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Online testing: Test for seamans which work in Catering Service (CES v6.0)
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The test consists of 80 random questions.
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Total questions on this topic: 176
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When working on electrical equipment, we need to have it isolated. What does this mean?
We have created a physical separation between the electricity supply and the item to be worked on.
The equipment is switched off.
The equipment has a tag on it, where possible.
We have roped off the area around the equipment.
Why should knives never be left submerged in washing-up water?
Because you may cut your fingers.
Because the blades may be stained and rust coloured.
Because they may be lost when the sink is drained.
Because the knives may be blunt and need resharpening.
What will you serve seafarers who has been exposed to cold?
Warm nutritious drinks.
Pork and fat fish.
Brandy, whisky or other strong drinks.
Fruit and vegetables only.
Cooling of a third degree burn should be terminated after 15 minutes:
True.
False.
Welding and burning are among the factors which give the highest risk of fire on board ships. Precautions has to be taken to avoid this risk. Which of the following safety rules may be regarded as the most important?
The welder shall have been instructed in the use of the ship’s welding plant.
Electric welding plants shall be controlled by a responsible engineer before use.
Only holders of welding certificates shall be allowed to carry out welding on board ships.
Only use electrodes from a well-known manufacturer.
What does the abbreviation ABC mean in first aid?
Air, Breathing, Circulation.
Air, Burning, Critic.
Air, Breath, Concentration.
Abandon, Balance, Circulation.
Unfortunately an insect has become lodged in the ear. How to remove the insect?
Gently flood the casualty’s ear with terpid water so that the insect will float out.
By using rubber vacuum pump and suck the foreign body out.
By using a Q-tip and carefully try to get the insect out.
I don’t know.
What is the fat content of whole milk?
3,5-3,9 %.
4,3-4,9 %.
2-2,5 %.
0,5-1 %.
If there are signs of tendon damage, the tendon must be sutured by a surgeon before closing the wound. If so, put on a dressing until qualified treatment can be administered:
True.
False.
According to most authorities, what is the cause of most accidents at sea?
The human element.
Lack of training.
Flags of convenience.
Reduction in manning levels.
When treating an injury obtained by falling, it is of great importance to check the motor function in the extremities:
True.
False.
You can threat a person with heat exhaustion by giving him salt and water:
True.
False.
The responsibility for safety and security rests with everybody on board the vessel. General house-keeping rules should be followed. Which of the listed rules is the most important?
Keep your working area clean and tidy.
Always use gloves when using grinding machines.
Do not carry lighters or matches when working outdoors.
Keep tools within easy reach during work.
If Mouth-to-Mouth (M-T-M) ventilation by itself is unsuccessful and the casualty’s heart stops, or has stopped beating, you must perform External Chest Compression (ECC) in conjunction with M-T-M. What is the complete rate when performing ECC?
Complete 15 compressions at the rate of 80 compressions per minute.
Complete 25 compressions at the rate of 75 compressions per minute.
Complete 20 compressions at the rate of 60 compressions per minute.
I don’t know.
Head injury will lead to circulation failure:
True.
False.
Parts of the body can be used as splints:
True.
False.
How can accidents still happen, even when the correct procedures are followed?
If there are any “holes” or weaknesses in procedures, accidents can still happen in some circumstances.
Accidents can never happen if all the procedures are followed.
There are often a lot of very poor procedures around.
It is not worth trusting in procedures, you should always decide what is best yourself.
R-I-C-E treatment has no effect if postponed more than 4 hours after the injury took place:
True.
False.
Accidents happen for a reason. Based on what you have seen in this module, what would you say is the cause of most accidents at sea?
The actions that people take, the so-called “Human element”.
Faulty procedures.
We cannot avoid danger at sea.
Lack of training.
Symptoms of serious head injury are unconsciousness, low pulse rate and high blood pressure:
True.
False.
Heat-stroke can occur suddenly, causing unconsciousness within minutes. This may be signaled by the casualty feeling uneasy and ill.
True.
False.
When should equipment be cleaned?
Every time used.
Every week.
Every month.
Before starting to use it.
Internal bleeding will never lead to circulation failure:
True.
False.
The muster list shall show the duties assigned to crewmembers in relation to passengers in case of emergency. Which of the following duties do not necessarily have to be included in the muster list? The duties shall include:
Ensuring that every passenger is provided with an immersion suit or a thermal protective aid.
Assembling passengers at muster stations.
Ensuring that a supply of blankets is taken to the survival craft.
I don’t know.
If Mouth-to-Mouth (M-T-M) ventilation by itself is unsuccessful and the casualty’s heart stops, or has stopped beating, you must perform External Chest Compression (ECC) in conjunction with M-T-M. When performing ECC, where do you place your hand on the casualty’s body?
Place the heel of one hand, two finger breadths above the bottom of breastbone. Cover the hand with the heel of the other hand.
The correct position of your hands are of no importance.
Place the heel of your two hands on the top of the breastbone.
I don’t know.
The brain of hypothermic patients will consume less oxygen than usual:
True.
False.
A patient with a major burn is liable to develop circulation failure:
True.
False.
What is the correct temperature range for the vegetable room where most of the fruits and vegetables are stored?
4-5 °C.
10-11 °C.
7-8 °C.
1-2 °C.
Which of the following items is essential and should always be kept in stock?
White flour.
Fresh leeks.
Tinned mushrooms.
Beef entrecote.
When you are taking out provisions for the next day, you notice that the temperature in the meat freezer is only -8 °C. How would you react to such a situation?
Report it immediately to the Chief Engineer.
Wait until the next day to report it.
It’s not your problem.
Report it immediately to the Chief Officer.
Which of the following actions will most effectively prevent fire in a cabin?
Ensuring that all persons avoid smoking in bed.
Removing all ashtrays.
Request people to refrain from smoking.
Install fire detecting devices.
Open weave roller bandages are used to support joints:
True.
False.
Which of the following kinds of fish is least perishable in cold storage?
Herring.
Halibut.
Salmon.
King klip.
When we deal with food poisoning your aims are to encourage the casualty to rest, to seek medical advice or aid, and to give the casualty plenty of bland fluids to drink:
True.
False.
On the average, how much long life milk would a crew of 30 men use in the course of 30 days?
220 liter.
90 liter.
450 liter.
330 liter.
What kind of cleaning product would you use to remove spilled oil and fat in the galley and pantry?
Neutral to Alkaline solution.
Neutral to acid solution.
Hot water.
Whitespirit or other fat removers.
A patient who is shouting has an open airway:
True.
False.
A bandage is always applied to an open wound:
True.
False.
Spillage of corrosive chemicals is poisonous and can also result in burns:
True.
False.
The motor function and circulation distal to the fracture should always be assessed:
True.
False.
There is nothing more you can do to prevent food poisoning, than ensure that frozen poultry and meat are fully defrosted before it is cooked. Cook meat, poultry, fish, and eggs thoroughly to kill harmful bacteria. Never keep food lukewarm for long periods; bacteria can multiply without obvious signs of spoilage:
True.
False.
The respiration system, above all, reacts to carbon dioxide levels in the blood:
True.
False.
Cleaning has certain safety aspects, among other things which?
Fire is easily spread in dust and trash and wet floors may cause different accidents.
Cleaning has nothing to do with safety.
Polished floors are a safety risk.
Untidy rooms are a safety hazard.
Why do we clean?
Because if we don’t clean it will influence safety, economy, our own well-being and maintenance.
Because I like to clean and feel good after having done a good job.
Because we have to do it.
Because catering personnel is the first to discover dirt.
There are, at least, four distinct signs of fracture:
True.
False.
It is the increased pressure in the head that is fatal, not the bleeding itself:
True.
False.
A fractured spine will always imply unconsciousness:
True.
False.
Cardiac arrest leads to circulation failure:
True.
False.
Hindus are not allowed to eat one particular type of meat. Which one?
Beef.
Pork.
Lamb.
Chicken.
Cardiac arrest will always lead to unconsciousness:
True.
False.
The red blood cells are responsible for the transportation of oxygen:
True.
False.
According to the International Chamber of Shipping, what are the THREE key components to developing an effective safety culture? Select the THREE correct answers:
Answer
Damage to the spinal cord will always result in immediate neurological malfunction:
True.
False.
When an ambulance or more qualified personnel arrives at the scene, there is no need to tell them about the poisonous chemical inhaled since they will find out themselves:
True.
False.
What shall be done with left over food?
It shall be properly stored and prepared for another meal.
It shall be left in crockeries on the table for the next meal.
It shall be thrown over board to avoid any bad smell.
The value of the left over food shall be paid by the cook.
How shall you treat the dishwashing machine?
It shall be cleaned daily and oiled and inspected regularly.
It shall only be used for prewashing the crockery and cutlery.
It shall be treated with care and cleaned once a week.
I don’t know.
Shock is a manifestation of changes in which the circulation fails because either pressure or volume of circulating blood has fallen to a dangerous level. What is the skin colour of a pasient in shock?
Pale or grey.
Light blue.
Dark blue.
Green or purple.
A casualty with burns has less need for fluid:
True.
False.
There is always a remote possibility that a fish and meat freezer could break down. What product should you always keep enough of in stock?
Salt.
Vegetables.
Fruit.
Rice.
We have 3 circulatory systems for blood transportation:
True.
False.
What is the correct temperature for storing bananas?
13-14 °C.
4-5 °C.
17-18 °C.
8-9 °C.
Oxygen treatment is most important with injury to the head/neck/spine:
True.
False.
What does “general daily cleaning” mean?
Removing trash, dusting and light cleaning cabins, messrooms and WC.
Cleaning floors in cabins and messrooms.
Washing floors, chemical cleaning of furniture and carpets, polishing.
Dishwashing and laundry service.
Oxygen bottles should be handled with care and should be removed if they are exposed to heat:
True.
False.
You should terminate resuscitation after 15 minutes:
True.
False.
A chemical burn from fluid must be bandaged firmly to prevent fluid from covering greater parts of the skin:
True.
False.
In general cleaning it is recommended and suitable to use cleaning products which are:
Neutral.
Both alkaline and acid.
Alkaline.
Acid.
The training manual shall contain instructions and information in easily understood terms and illustrated whenever possible. Which one of the following objects do not have to be explained in detail in the manual according to present regulations?
The use of onboard communication systems.
With assistance of illustration, the use of radio life-saving appliances.
The use of drogues.
I don’t know.
What is the most serious damage to the tissue concerning damage by pressure?
Pain and discolouring.
Dirt in the wound.
Increasing pressure and developing oedema.
A large dose of muscle relaxing medicaments can cause respiratory problems due to the reduced activity in the respiratory muscles:
True.
False.
Which of the following kinds of fish is the most perishable in cold storage?
Herring.
King klip.
Halibut.
Red snapper.
Which of the following items is essential and should always be kept in stock?
White flour.
Tea biscuit.
Nescafe.
Tinned mushrooms.
A person suffering from a moderate to hard blow to the head, should always be under close observation in the early hours after the accident, considering possible development of edema in the head:
True.
False.
According to this module, why is the Galley a potentially dangerous place?
Because there is a greater risk of slips, trips and falls, and there are many other additional hazards.
Because galley staff do not usually wear the correct PPE.
Because galley staff are less aware of safety.
Because galley staff are not trained about safety in the same way as deck and engine room staff.
When using cleaning equipment, what is important before starting?
Knowing exactly how the equipments are working.
That the electric cord is long enough.
Conferring with the working-plan.
I don’t know.
A triangular bandage is always used in its triangular shape:
True.
False.
You will be at sea for 45 days with a crew of 30 men. How much tomatoe would you buy?
35 kg.
50 kg.
60 kg.
70 kg.
Dressing should always be larger than the wound they cover:
True.
False.
Bandages must be sterile before use:
True.
False.
In a lockout-tagout system, what is the main purpose of the lock and tag?
To prevent anyone else making equipment you are working on dangerous by trying to re-start or re-energise it.
To hold valves in the closed position, or isolators and switches in the open position.
So that the duty officer knows you are working on equipment.
To give you permission to work on equipment.
The «Catering Service» subject covers both theoretical and practical knowledge on safely working with electrical equipment. Proficiency in this area is a clear indicator of an employee's competence in their specific role on a vessel. Onboard catering service involves providing food and beverages to passengers or guests during their journey. This service can be offered across different modes of transportation, including airplanes, trains, buses, ships, and yachts. The range of catering options and services typically varies depending on the type of transportation and the length of the journey.
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