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Home Online tests CES Ro-Ro Cargo Deck Support Test online for seamans about Deck department, Support level, RoRo Cargo Vessel (CES v6.0)
Online testing: Test online for seamans about Deck department, Support level, RoRo Cargo Vessel (CES v6.0)
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The test consists of 80 random questions.
Total questions on this topic: 132
Total questions on this topic: 132
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On the figure there are four (4) possible definitions of the term “BREADTH” given. Which one is the correct one?
Breadth is defined as “A” on the figure.
Breadth is defined as “B” on the figure.
Breadth is defined as “C” on the figure.
Breadth is defined as “D” on the figure.
Noise level called “the injurious area” starts at:
50 dB.
100 dB.
400 dB.
1 283 dB.
On a RoRo vessel, which of the following is likely to tip over in heavy weather?
Vehicles.
Flatbed trailers.
Cargoes with high centres of gravity.
Cargoes with low centres of gravity.
What is the main responsibility of a bridge lookout at night?
Inform the bridge of any new lights when they appear over the horizon or any other items observed which may affect the ship.
A Inform bridge of changing weather patterns.
Inform bridge of any lights when they appear over the horizon.
Inform bridge of any other ships observed, which appear to be getting closer to your own ship.
What is the meaning of the term “Steady as she goes” when acting as helmsman?
It means the helmsman has to try and keep the vessel heading as it is.
Keep the applied rudder constant until the next helm order.
Reduce the number of helm movements used when steering a set course.
It means keep the rudder amidships until another order is given.
To what should you pay very close attention, when inspecting portable car decks?
Cracks in way of deck supports.
Abrasions over the deck surface.
General condition of the portable deck.
Safety markings on the portable deck.
When mustered to an abandon ship drill, what is the first thing you do when entering the muster station?
Pick up a life jacket.
Report your presence.
Wait for orders.
Wait for the order to put on your life jacket.
On RoRo passenger ferries, the passengers are not normally allowed to be on the car-deck during sailing. What is the reason for this rule?
In case of an emergency situation, the car deck can be difficulty to find the way around, and cars can shift position caused by ships movement.
The ships movement can make the cars slide/move and a person can be trapped between two cars.
If the car deck are empty, it will be easier for the crew to locate all passengers in case of an emergency.
To prevent damage and burglary to the cars.
Before extinction of an electric fire we need:
To know the voltage and wear rubber gloves.
To confine the area involved in the fire.
To disconnect the power source.
To put out the fire without taking any special measures.
When acting as helmsman, what should be the method of responding to an order?
When receiving an order, the order should be repeated back to the person who gave it.
The order needs to be acted upon and this will indicate you understood what was said.
When acting as wheelman and given a helm order you should always say “Yes sir”.
The response to an order should be to acknowledge that order and then carry out what you were told to do.
On a RoRo vessel, what should a duty crew member do immediately upon observing funnel soot emissions?
Inform the Chief Officer.
Inform the Master.
Inform the duty engineer.
Inform the duty officer.
On a RoRo vessel, which is the correct method of securing a lashing belt to a vehicle?
Using a ratchet.
By means of a hook facing away from the deck.
Using a knot.
By means of a hook facing the deck.
On a RoRo vessel, which of the following is not designed to hold chain lashings?
Crinkle bars.
Eye plates.
Clover leaf lashing sockets.
“D” rings.
What is a deck lift vehicle?
As detailed in the instructions provided by the manufacturer or shipper.
Pass lashings over the body of the vehicles.
Pass lashings over the body of the vehicles.
Secure the front and rear bumpers.
What is the normal name of the waterproof suit shown in the picture?
Fluorescent orange suit.
Wet suit.
Life suit.
Survival suit.
On a RoRo vessel, what danger is associated with loaded container tractors passing over large fittings on the loading ramp or on the vessel’s decks?
The container jumping the trailer.
Damage to the trailer tyres.
Damage to the container cargo.
Damage to the ship’s fittings.
On a RoRo vessel carrying no more than 36 passengers, what is the minimum capacity of the ventilation system protecting standard cargo spaces intended for carriage of motor vehicles with fuel in their tanks for their own propulsion.
12 air changes per hour.
6 air changes per hour.
20 air changes per hour.
2 air changes per hour.
Where and for what are rubber mats used on board a pure RoRo car carrier?
Under the loading ramp flap to prevent vehicle damage.
Under the loading ramp flap to prevent jetty damage.
Under the loading ramp flap to prevent ramp damage.
Under the loading ramp flap to prevent jetty damage.
Welding and flame cutting are among the factors which give the highest risk of fire on board ships. Precaution has to be taken to avoid this risk. Which of the following safety rules may be regarded as the most important?
Electric welding plants shall be controlled by a responsible engineer before use.
The welder shall have been instructed in the use of the ships welding plant.
Only holders of welding certificates shall be allowed to carry out welding on board ships.
Only use electrodes from a well-known manufacturer.
If you detect a fire on board the ship, dependent on the situation, which of the following actions is the first to be taken?
Raise the fire alarm.
Try to kill the fire immediately by use of fire-extinguishers or other adequate appliances.
Call the officer on duty.
Check all nearby compartments for survivors.
During restricted visibility, you are posted as bridge lookout and you hear 1 long blast at intervals of about 2 minutes on your port bow. What will you report to the OOW (officer on watch)?
Power driven vessel under way and making way on the port bow.
A vessel at anchor on port bow.
Fog signal of one long blast heard on the port bow.
Power-driven vessel making no way on port bow.
In the human body, breathing is controlled by:
The bronchia.
The lungs.
Movement of heart.
The respiratory centre in the brain.
On a RoRo vessel, what danger is associated with loaded container tractors passing over large fittings on the loading ramp on the vessel’s decks?
The container jumping the trailer.
Damage to the container cargo.
Damage to the trailer tyres.
Damage to the ship’s fittings.
The general background colour to be used on warning signs that indicate emergency or first-aid features, or indicate a safe condition would be:
Green.
Yellow.
Red.
Blue.
Which of these are indicators that an individual may be a drug smuggler?
The individual wears bulky or out of season clothing.
The individual spends his or her free time hanging out with others.
The individual makes small local purchases.
The individual is disinterested in the ship’s cargo.
What is the main fixed fire-fighting system on a car deck?
Water sprinkling.
Halon.
CO2.
Dry powder.
Normally ventilation fans in enclosed RoRo spaces must be run continuously whenever vehicles are on board. Why?
An increased number of air changes may be required when vehicles are being loaded or unloaded, or where flammable gases or liquids are stowed in closed RoRo spaces.
The manufacturer of the fans recommends continuous operation to reduce maintenance cost.
It is better to run the fans continuously instead of testing the atmosphere.
It is easier for the crew, they don’t have to think about starting and stopping of fans.
What do you understand by the order: “Move the pilot ladder to the other side”?
To change the position of the pilot ladder from the main deck to the fore deck.
To rig another pilot ladder.
To shift the pilot ladder to the opposite side of the ship.
To move the pilot ladder further along nearer to the bow.
What is understood by the term “take the helm”?
Change the place where the lookout is standing.
Take over the steering of the ship.
Take over heaving of a rope.
Take a message to another officer.
What material should boiler suits be made of?
Cotton.
Nylon.
Wool.
Asbestos.
An alarm signal consisting of seven short blast followed by one prolonged blast is sounded by the ship’s whistle and alarm bells. What are you to do?
Go to your lifeboat station.
A Report on the bridge (deck crew) or engine room (engine crew) for further orders.
Go to (or remain in) your cabin and await further orders.
Go to your fire station.
Which is the “Windlass”, in the figure?
The Windlass is indicated by “B”, in the figure.
The Windlass is indicated by “C”, in the figure.
The Windlass is indicated by “D”, in the figure.
The Windlass is indicated by “A”, in the figure.
On a RoRo vessel, why should there be no more than two lashings secured to any one point on a ro-ro unit?
Because the vehicle securing point is likely to break in heavy weather.
Because the securing forces will not be evenly distributed.
Because the vehicle itself is likely to tip over during heavy weather.
Because the securing forces will not be evenly distributed.
On a RoRo vessel, to what should a heavy vehicle be secured on a car deck?
Clover leaves.
Crinkle bars.
Lashing holes.
“D” rings.
“Overshoot” is an expression related to a ship’s steering ability. What is the correct understanding of this expression?
It is the way a ship turns when putting the helm in a hard over position.
It is the amount a ship moves forward after the engines are stopped.
It is the way a ship continues to turn when the helm is put amidships.
It is how many degrees of the compass a ship continues to turn after applying counter-rudder.
For which of the following groups of substances or materials is the use of water as an extinguishing agent dangerous?
Alcohol paraffin.
Sodium hydrosulphite, potassium hydroxide, magnesium.
Wood, rubber, oil.
Gas-oil, oily rags, synthetic textiles.
During the loading of cars and vans on a RoRo vessel, what must be verified by the vessels crew when the vehicle is in its stowage position.
All of the following answers.
The Hand Brake is on.
Any damage has been reported to the duty officer or stevedore depending on your company procedures.
On a RoRo vessel, what should be done if the surface of the loading ramp is oily?
Immediately clean the oil-affected area(s).
Wash the oil-affected area(s) using a fire hose.
Allow cargo operations to continue in the usual manner.
Mention some important thoughts for what you have to do when you recognise that fire break out onboard:
Report to bridge or duty officer, actuate the fire alarm, call the persons around the fire and join the fire squad.
Report to bridge or duty officer, actuate the fire alarm, organise and commence fighting the fire.
Go to the lifeboat start the motor then call the duty officer and commence fight the fire.
Commence fighting the fire, call the persons around the fire and join the fire squad.
Which one of these ropes is very slippery, sinks in water and very stretchy when under tension?
Steel wire.
Nylon.
Manila.
Polypropylene.
Normally ventilation fans in enclosed RoRo spaces must be run continuously whenever vehicles are on board. Why?
An increased number of air changes may be required when vehicles are being loaded or unloaded, or where flammable gases or liquids are stowed in closed RoRo spaces.
It is better to run the fans continuously instead of testing the atmosphere.
The manufacturer of the fans recommends continuous operation to reduce maintenance cost.
It is easier for the crew, they don’t have to think about starting and stopping of fans.
On a RoRo vessel, why is it necessary to maintain safety markings/luminous paint on pillars in ro-ro decks?
Because it is a port state control requirement.
To comply with the ship’s Planned Maintenance Schedule.
To comply with the company’s standing instructions.
To prevent damage during cargo operations.
An airway should be used when:
The patient is breathing on his own but is doing so with great difficulty.
The patient is not breathing or is otherwise unable to maintain a clear passage.
The patient is unconscious.
Patient has injury in the mouth.
Why are handrails in Ro-Ro decks painted?
To highlight deck walkways.
To facilitate cargo operations during the hours of darkness.
To prevent personal injury.
To prevent contact with vehicles.
On a RoRo vessel, which of these stowage situations produces high friction that does not allow movemement of the cargo?
Vehicles in direct contact with steel decks.
Two tiers of dunnage placed between vehicles and steel decks.
A single tier of dunnage placed between vehicles and steel decks.
Steel plates placed between vehicles and steel decks.
Which is the “Windlass”, in the figure?
The Windlass is indicated by “B”, in the figure.
The Windlass is indicated by “C”, in the figure.
The Windlass is indicated by “D”, in the figure.
The Windlass is indicated by “A”, in the figure.
On a RoRo vessel, what additional securing arrangements should be used when loading a vehicle on an incline or fixed ramp.
The vehicle should also be chocking under its wheels.
Double the normal lashings should be used.
None.
Double the normal lashings should be used.
What is the main duty of the “Standby Watch keeper” when they are not on the bridge?
Remain available and in contact with the bridge team.
Return to the cabin and catch up with some sleep.
Tidy up the accommodation and clear the mess room.
Patrol the ship and report anything unusual to the bridge.
If you have to carry out hot work close to a smoke detector in the engine room, what precautions should be taken?
No special precautions except for having a watch man and a fire extinguisher available.
Disconnect the smoke detector.
Notify Master, Deck officer and Engineer in charge.The loop for this special sensor to be switched off and take normal precautions for hot work.
Notify the deck officer in charge that a fire alarm may occur.
During RoRo cargo operations, what must be monitored at all times where the ramps are concerned to prevent damage to the cargo.
The controls are left unsecured at all times.
The ramp is correctly painted.
The angle of the loading ramp is not to steep and that the ramp has not lifted of the jetty.
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
C class fire door self closing.
A class fire door self closing.
B class fire door self closing.
D class fire door self closing.
For what could a ro-ro vessel be held responsible by a port authority?
Ramp damage to the jetty.
Stevedore damages to vehicles.
Vehicle emissions.
Visitors not wearing appropriate identification.
Prior to entering a cargo hold to check the cargo condition stowed in it, you must ensure that:
The necessary permits, based on valid atmospheric and other applicable tests, are issued and valid for entry.
Emergency equipment at the after end of the main deck is in place.
A list of the items stowed in the applicable hold, extracted from the Cargo manifest, must be available for reference during the checks.
Written instructions from the Chief Officer on what to check in the holdare signed by all persons entering the space.
If conditions permit, which is the best way to board a liferaft which is floating close to the ship?
Use a rope ladder close to the raft to climb down and board.
Wearing a lifejacket, jump into the water close to the raft and then swim to it.
Jump onto the raft itself.
Jump into the water close to the raft, without lifejacket, as this will make it easier to swim and board the liferaft.
With regard to the characteristics of a mafi trailer what must be ensured prior to unfastening this unit on board?
That after unfastening it will not move.
That cargo on the trailer is not damaged.
That the cargo details have been checked.
That there is sufficient room for it to be driven away.
Which publication should be consulted for details on the separation of Dangerous cargos on RoRo vessels?
The Cargo Securing Manual.
SOLAS.
IMDG Code.
On a RoRo vessel, what should be used to secure cars with aluminium tyre rims?
A car sling.
Wooden wheel chocks only.
Steel chains.
8 mm diameter steel wire rope.
On a RoRo vessel, when loading Double Stacked containers on Maffi trailers how many twist locks should have used between the 2 containers?
One at each end 2 in total.
One on every corner 4 in total.
Three in total 2 at the door end 1 at the opposite end.
How should you, as helmsman, give feedback to the OOW (officer on watch) that his orders are understood?
By saying “OK”.
By saying “Yes Sir”.
By repeating the order.
You don’t have to give any feedback.
What is the flash point of an oil or liquefied gas?
The flash point for an oil or liquefied gas is the temperature at which it is possible to ignite the vapour above the liquid.
The flash point is the temperature needed to have a oil or liquefied gas pumpable.
The flash point is the temperature the oil or liquefied gas need for self ignition.
The flash point is the mixture of oxygen and hydro carbons needed to have an oil or liquefied gas to burn.
A road trailer is marked as follows: SWL 70t; Tare wt. 6t. What is the gross weight of the trailer when carrying it maximum payload?
76 tons.
70 tons.
63 tons.
420 tons.
What safety clothing should be worn during an anchoring operation?
All of the equipment mentioned in the alternative answers.
Boiler suit, working gloves.
Safety goggles.
Safety helmet, safety shoes.
Under what circumstances should gangway nets be rigged under the gangway?
Whenever the gangway is rigged between ship and shore.
A gangway net is only required to be rigged when required by the port regulations.
When instructed by the Master or the Chief Officer.
Whenever the ship is moving slightly back and forth along the quay due to wind and current.
On a RoRo vessel, why is it considered good practice to have a duty crew member standing by the loading ramp?
To supervise the stevedores.
To supervise the rate of loading.
To record the nature and extent of any pre-loading damage to cargo.
To guide RoRo units onto the vessel.
What do you understand by: “Rig the accommodation ladder in combination with the pilot ladder”?
Lower the accommodation ladder and rig the pilot ladder right next to it.
Lower the gangway and rig the pilot ladder from the gangway.
Lower the gangway.
Lower the gangway and rig the pilot ladder forward of the accommodation.
How would an enclosed space be defined?
One in which the atmosphere may have a deficiency of oxygen or may have a toxic gas.
A pumproom on a tanker.
A cargo tank.
One which has not be ventilated for some time.
On a RoRo vessel, what is a low-bed RoRo unit that is towed onto a ship called?
Mafi trailer.
Trailer.
Flatrack.
Flatbed.
What is the greatest interest of the “help” position?
It lessens the survivor’s fatigue.
It lessens the survivor’s heat escape.
It lessens the survivor’s stress.
It prevents the survivor’s blood from collecting in the lower part of his body.
What might safely be used to prevent a load swinging when lifted by a crane?
A cargo net.
Short, jerky movements on the ship’s controls.
Personnel underneath the load, holding onto it and restricted its movement.
Guide or tag lines, tended from a safe location.
On the figure there are four (4) possible definitions of the term “ASTERN” shown. Which one is the correct one?
Astern is defined as “D” on the figure.
Astern is defined as “C” on the figure.
Astern is defined as “B” on the figure.
Astern is defined as “A” on the figure.
Is it allowed to have animals on the car deck during a voyage?
Only if the weather conditions permit.
Yes, if they are safely placed in a suitable vehicle.
It is up to the captain to decide.
No.
What will you do when all the fresh water in the survival craft is finished or about to finish?
Start collecting rain water.
Drink sea water.
Drink only 1 liter of sea water per day.
Use sea water to keep your body wet.
On a RoRo vessel, what is important with regard to a loading ramp resting on a jetty?
It must not foul the ship’s mooring ropes.
Visitors must not be allowed access to the vessel via the ramp.
The ramp’s position must be maintained.
The position of mats between the ramp flap and jetty must be maintained at all times.
In the fire fighting of fires of a type C with dry chemical powder extinguishers, the application is performed:
In a continuous way so that the powder spray is in the same direction as the one of the flame.
As soon as possible, to any point of the fire and in intermittent manner.
The chemical powder doesn’t extinguish type C fires.
Across the flame, sweeping it.
What is the meaning of the abbreviation “SWL” as stamped on lifting gear around the ship?
Single Winch Load.
Safe Working Load.
Single Working Load.
Safe Winch Load.
Where on board a RoRo ship will cargoes experience the greatest accelerations?
At the intersection of the athwartships and vertical axes of the ship.
In the highest stowage positions to each side of the ship.
At the intersection of the fore and aft and athwartships axes of the ship.
At the intersection of the fore and aft and vertical axes of the ship.
Car decks on board RoRo passenger ships are normally closed during sea passage. Why are passengers not allowed to be on the car-deck during sailing?
To prevent burglary and damage to cars.
If the car decks are empty, it will be easier for the crew to locate all passengers in case of an emergency.
Vehicles and other cargo can shift when the ship is rolling. Persons may be trapped between vehicles or cargo.
In case of an emergency situation it can be difficult for passengers to escape. Vehicles, lorries, trailers and other cargo are maybe lashed and it is a substantial chance for passengers to get injured. Vehicles and other cargo might also shift when the ship is rolling.
On the diagram provided, there are four (4) possible directions indicating the term “AHEAD”. Which one is the correct?
Ahead is indicated by “A”, in the figure.
Ahead is indicated by “B”, in the figure.
Ahead is indicated by “C”, in the figure.
Ahead is indicated by “D”, in the figure.
On a RoRo vessel, what is lashing equipment used for?
To prevent the cargo from shifting during the voyage.
To stop cargo from being stolen.
Adding additional weight to the cargo.
To stop cargo from being stolen.
How many buoyant smoke signals are carried in each liferaft with SOLAS A pack?
2.
4.
6.
Nil.
The current test includes Seagull CES questions on the topic of «Deck, Support, RoRo». These questions are designed to verify the competence of specialists in preventing accidents related to transport safety and can also be used for self-assessment.
The «Support» subject covers both theoretical and practical knowledge essential for advanced training on any type of vessel. Mastery of this information is a direct indicator of an employee's competence in their role on a RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) Cargo Vessel. Individuals in the Deck Support department on a RoRo Cargo Vessel are responsible for various tasks that ensure the vessel's efficient and safe operation. They play a crucial role in cargo handling, assisting with the loading and unloading of vehicles and other cargo. Additionally, Deck Support personnel help maintain the deck area, keeping it clean, organized, and safe for the transportation of both rolling and static cargo. They also actively participate in emergency response drills to ensure the vessel meets safety standards.
- Version: 5.2.8, 6.0.
- Test type: STCW.
- Department: Deck.
- Level: Support.
- Vessel type: RoRo Cargo Vessel.
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