Le test consiste en des questions aléatoires sur un sujet sélectionné.
How many rocket parachute flares are carried in each liferaft with SOLAS B pack?
Give the meaning of the following symbol
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals
*At what time must the required fixed fire detection and alarm systems with manually operated call points be in operation ?
In ports, if there is less than three responsible members of the crew on duty
*Where a fixed fire detection system does not include means of remotely identifying each detector individually, detectors are grouped in "sections". These sections may cover up to:
*What is the chapter of the SOLAS that regulates all themes related with such matters as fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction?
*What is the maximum length for a dead-end corridor on a cargo ship?
How does low expansion foam act as an extinguishing agent when dealing with oil fires?
By smothering and also by providing some cooling
The heat from the fire causes the foam to produce an inert gas which gradually extinguishes the fire
*Generally speaking, what is the value commonly recognised as the maximum concentration of CO allowed in the breathing air of a breathing apparatus?
On the galley stove, a pan containing oil catches fire, which of the following should NOT be used on this type of fire?
Cover the pan with a lid and switch off the heat source
Raise the alarm, close the galley doors and wait for the fire team to arrive
Cover the pan with a fire blanket and switch off the heat source
Use a water extinguisher to put out the fire
When a fire breaks out in the engine room, who is in charge of the fire fighting operations?
The first person to arrive at the scene
In discussing the properties of chemical cargoes, what is the "Odor Threshold" of a product?
The smallest concentration, expressed in parts per million by volume in air, that can be detected by smell by most people.
The maximum concentration of a vapour that can be tolerated without permanent damage to the nasalmembranes.
The temperature at which the vapour pressure a substance is greater than the prevailing atmospheric pressure and vapour is then released into the environment.
The average concentration of a substance to which a worker may be repeatedly exposed for a normal 8 hour working day, 40 days a week, without adverse health effects.
For which ships is the SOLAS convention applicable?
For passenger vessels only.
For all vessels except passenger vessels.
For tankers and other vessels carrying persistent oil as cargo.
How often are "abandon ship" drills required to be held on cargo vessels according to SOLAS?
MARPOL 73/78 - Annex V. Disposal of garbage. Your vessel is in the Red Sea (Special Area) and the Chief Cook is requesting to have some food waste burned in the incinerator. Due to problems with incinerator, you decide to have the waste ground in the Grinder (Lump size max. 25 mm) and disposed off into the sea. Is this prohibited, if not, how far from nearest land is this legal?
What should be observed concerning the vessel's stress?
The vessel's draft and trim?
Distribution of the containers?
Distribution and weight of the containers?
Weight of the containers?
The Decca navigation system is a:
Radio navigation system with four radio beacons placed in a Decca chain ashore.
Loran C radio navigation system with Loran C chain placed ashore.
Satellite navigation system.
What is the search pattern system called where 1 ship and 1 plane are involved ?
A vessel is towing with a total length of 1350 meters and expects strong wind from starboard side. The towing wire is connected 20 meters from the towing vessels stern rail. What is to be done?
Reduce the towing speed only
Secure the wire all way aft, to prevent wire moving out of center
You are sailing in shallow water with 15% Under Keel Clearance. Coming full astern from full ahead, how will your changed course compare to deep water?
Large change at first, then changing slightly
The heading will most likely change by a large amount
The heading will not change at all
The heading will change only slightly
Who is authorized to prescribe use of locomotives and canal deck-hands during transit of the Panama Canal?
The Cristobal or Balboa harbour masters respectively
Can the OOW be the sole lookout?
Only during day time when visibility, traffic etc make it safe
*Which of the following information shall be specified by the muster list ?
the muster list has been prepared and approved by the Administration before the ship proceeds to sea
substitutes for key persons who may become disabled
the abandon ship signal consisting of two long blasts
the specific duties assigned to passengers that are in charge of a group of others
Give the meaning of this symbol:
lifebuoy with light and hand flare
lifebuoy with line and hand flare
lifebuoy with light and smoke
lifebuoy light and anti-shark powder diffusion
Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every rescue boat ?
one daylight signalling mirror with instructions
two buoyant rescue quoits
four rocket parachute flares
Posters or signs shall be provided on or in the vicinity of survival craft and their launching controls. Which of the following requirements do not have to be included according to present regulations? (SOLAS III/9)
Illustrate the purpose of controls and the procedures of operating the appliance
Give relevant instructions and warnings
Give information on survival craft capacity
How many 'thermal protective aids' are required to be carried on passenger vessels with open lifeboats?
One for each person on board who is not provided with an immersion suit
Each lifeboat should carry the same number of thermal protective aids as the number of persons it is designed to carry
They are not required, providing the boat has a canvas canopy which can be rigged in cold weather
*Give the meaning of the following symbol
Lower rescue boat to water
Embarkation ladder to the rescue boat
*What is the meaning of this symbol ?
A ship is fitted with davit launched liferafts. How often should onboard training take place, including, when practicable, the inflation and lowering of a liferaft?
When is a ro-ro vessel likely to pitch heavily?
When wave lengths are roughly equal to twice the ship’s length
When wave lengths are roughly half the ship’s length
When the seas are from astern
When wave lengths are roughly equal to the ship’s length
A number of substances are carried as cargoes on liquefied gas carriers. Of those given in the options, which is the most reactive, and therefore least compatible, with other liquefied gas cargoes?
What diminishes the proper functioning of twistlocks?
Continued action of longitudinal forces
Continued use with over height containers
With respect to earthing (grounding) of signal cables. Which of the 4 alternatives is correct for a cable for analogue signals?
"If drugs or suspected drugs are found onboard your ship, follow the five C’s. Confirm, Clear, Cordon, Control and:"
Which of these is correct?
What is the substance added to a dough mixture to make it rise, during the baking of bread?
One of the categories of information that must be included in your SSP is:
Weaknesses in security measures
There has been an accident at the manifold and one of the crew has swallowed a quantity of unidentified chemical. What is the correct medical term for this?
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "ASTERN" are shown. Which one is the correct one?
Astern is defined as C on the figure
Astern is defined as D on the figure
Astern is defined as A on the figure
Astern is defined as B on the figure
What precaution is to be taken when the Engineer on Duty is entering an UMS-mode operated engine room due to an alarm or due to a scheduled routine check?
Switch the UMS selector switch to manual mode and engage the "dead man alarm"
Leave the UMS selector switch in UMS-mode
Switch the UMS selector switch to manual mode only
Any of the mentioned alternatives will meet the requirements.
On a Container vessel, when will a hatch pontoon's quick-acting cleat need replacement?
When the rubber washer is compressed and hardened
When the cleat has sprung open at sea
When the cleat retainer is rusty
When the cleat retainer is distorted
The piston rod of a large two stroke diesel engine has been damaged and is heavily scored in way of the piston rod gland (stuffing box). It has been decided that it is economically viable to recondition the rod at a shoreside facility. Select, from the options given, the most suitable repair method that should be used?
Recondition the rod by build up using electric arc welding and surface grinding.
Recondition the rod by machining away the score marks and fit undersize rings to the stuffing box.
Recondition the rod by surface grinding and build up using plasma spraying with metal similar to the original.
Recondition the rod by surface grinding and build up using chrome plating to give a harder running surface and avoid similar damage in the future.
In the context of oil tanker operations, what is "clingage"?
Oil residues remaining in the bottom of a cargo tank after tank-cleaning
The resistance to flow in a pipeline during the discharge of an oil cargo
Electrostatically charged bubbles of air and moisture suspended in an oil cargo after loading
Residues remaining on the inside of a pipeline, or on the internal structure of a cargo tank after an oil cargo has been discharged
If the high PPM alarm is actuated on an automatic O.W.S. What should happen?
Overboard discharge is stopped.
Overboard discharge continues.
The oil outlet valve opens.
What term is applied to the compensation payment by the charterer that is due when a vessel is unable to load / discharge her cargo within the allowed and contracted time?
Contractual penalty discount.
Some centrifugal cargo oil pumps are designed with an automatic stripping system, which allows the cargo oil tank to fully discharge its contents. By what principle does such a stripping system operate?
On the basis that, if cargo vapour can be stopped from entering the cargo pump suction inlet, the flow will continue without cavitation.
By automatically reducing the rate at which oil cargo enters the cargo pump, such that any vapour lifted along with the liquid does not cause a loss of suction.
By the optimum size and positioning of the suction inlet that feeds the automatic stripping system, which ensures that the cargo oil tank is discharged to the maximum possible extent.
On the principle that if the suction is fitted low enough in the cargo oil tank and a specified minimum trim is maintained, suction will be available until the tank is completely discharged.
What does the Chief Mate want the OS to do?
He wants the OS to turn the switch to start, just to be sure
He wants the OS to show him the switch identical to the one the 2nd Mate showed him
He wants the OS to show him where the switch that changes between automatic, manual, and emergency steering is
He wants the OS to show him how to handle the wheel
When checking the closed butt gap clearance of new piston rings prior to fitting onto the piston it is normal to try the rings in the liner so that the gap can be measured. From the options given select the best part of the liner to use to carry out these checks.
Near mid-height of the liner.
Near the bottom of the liner.
Near the top of the liner.
Just above the scavenge ports.
What causes cargo sweat on a Bulk Carrier?
Cold and moist air introduced into a warm cargo hold
Warm, dry air being introduced into the cargo hold
Warm air introduced into a cargo hold
Warm and moist air introduced into a cooler cargo hold
At what temperature would you expect to carry a fully refrigerated cargo of ammonia?
Master of every ship must provide:
Facilities to conduct training whenever required by the training officer
Proper rest to the crew after each training programme
the training during crews working hours only
A link between the shipboard training officer and the company training officer ashore
Skin contact with liquid methane can result in severe frostbite. Assuming a crewman's hands have been frostbitten due to exposure to liquid methane, which of the given options would be an appropriate initial first aid action?
Place the victim's hands in his bare armpits
Keep the victim's hands uncovered to allow the fresh air to warm and dry them.
Rub the victim's hands vigorously.
Place the victim's hands on or very close to a hot surface.
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "ASTERN" are shown. Which one is the correct one?
Astern is defined as B on the figure
Astern is defined as D on the figure
Astern is defined as C on the figure
Astern is defined as A on the figure
Which cleaning agents for machinery space are important to use due to the oily water separators function?
A non-emulsifying agent with self splitting emulsifiers.
On a RoRo vessel, where is the best place to find information on loading ramp limitations?
In the company's safety instructions
In the loading ramp manual
Where does the excess steam discharge to when the boiler safety valves operate due to the boiler pressure being too high.
The atmosphere via the atmospheric line
What must be ensured prior to loading heavy lift cargoes, on a general cargo vessel?
That the vessel is listed to the side opposite to which the load is to be lifted
That the vessel’s moorings are doubled
That the port authorities have been informed
That there are no free sufrace moments in tanks
What hazards are associated with the carriage of a bulk carriage of coal slurry?
This cargo is a low fire risk under normal conditions
This cargo may be liable to sweat and create excessive moisture
This cargo is liable to self heat and spontaneous combustion
This cargo may have a dangerous angle of repose
"Your ship security plan must include procedures for responding to security threats, auditing security activities and interfacing with the port facility."
How can you arrange for safe movement of passengers on ro-ro decks?
It is easy, only drivers are allowed to stay in the car during loading and unloading.
Passengers are responsible for their own safety while moving about ro-ro decks.
Passengers should be warned of vehicle movements when entering or crossing car or vehicle decks. They should preferably keep to walkways while moving about the ship.
Passengers should stay in their cars until loading is completed. They should keep to walkways when leaving the car.
"Part way through a profiling interview with a supplier, the package the individual is carrying arouses your suspicion. What do you do?"
Confront the individual and demand that he open the package.
Discreetly inform someone of your suspicions so he or she can get assistance.
Call for help on the radio.
Take the package and open it.
A U tube manometer is used to measure the pressure delivered by a ventilation fan. Following replacement of the fan by a larger unit with a higher delivery rate and pressure the liquid is blown out of the open end of the manometer. Which of the options given will allow the manometer to be used to measure the delivery pressure of the larger fan?
Connect the open end to the inlet trunking of the fan to measure the differential pressure rather than the delivery pressure.
Refill the manometer with a reduced the amount of liquid.
Refill the manometer with liquid with a higher density.
Refill the manometer with liquid with a higher viscosity
What makes cargo holds weather tight?
The hatch coaming compression bar
Firm contact between the hatch cover rubber seals and the hatch coaming compression bar
Steel-to-steel contact between hatch covers and coaming
Hatch cover rubber packing
Which of the following fresh fruits should be used first?
What do you call the wide rung on a pilot ladder that prevents the ladder from twisting?
The wide rung on a pilot ladder that prevents it from twisting is called a 'Wide step'
The wide rung on a pilot ladder that prevents it from twisting is called an 'Ani-twist rung'
The wide rung on a pilot ladder that prevents it from twisting is called a 'Long rung'
The wide rung on a pilot ladder that prevents it from twisting is called a 'Spreader'
TAN, total acid number is the:
Total content of organic acids in the oil.
Total content of organic and inorganic acids in the oil.
Amount of remaining alkalinity in the oil.
Total content of inorganic acids in the oil.
A general cargo ship is discharging and smoke is reported coming from a hold which is not being worked at present; what action must be taken ?
Sound general alarm, call shore fire services and check number of persons on board
Enter space to access problem
Boundary cool adjacent spaces
Open hatch cover and attack with fire hoses
How should chemicals and harmful substances be stored on board?
In a separate locker. The locker shall be clearly marked, locked and ventilated.
n the central store or in the engine room
In a locker preferably on boat deck. The locker shall be clearly marked.
In a gas-tight locker close to the bridge
Indicate the correct name for the part marked on the sketch:
What must be ensured prior to receiving iron ore?
Double bottom tank top plating must be tested for leaks
Cargo hold paintwork must be intact
Cargo hold bilge suctions and topside tank drop valves must be satisfactorily tested
Upper frame sections in the cargo holds must be inspected for cracks
On a Container vessel, what precautions should be taken when cashew nut shell liquid has spilled out of a container?
Avoid skin contact and inhalation of toxic fumes
Cool the container from as far away as possible
Approach the container wearing a chemical protection suit
Clean up the spillage wearing rubber boots and safety gloves
On a Container vessel, what is the function of a twistlock?
To secure manually operated hatch covers?
To secure winches from unintentional running?
To secure/lash containers?
A reefer vessel is to load a cargo of plantains and bananas. Due to space restrictions both have to be loaded into a common space. The usual delivery temperature for bananas is about 13 degrees Celsius and for plantains it is 7 degree Celsius. What would be the best delivery temperature for the mixture of these two fruits?
Adjust the set point of the delivery temperature to 7 C for 12 hour periods and 13 C for the intervening 12 hour periods.
7 C as plantains are more sensitive to the higher delivery temperature of the bananas.
10 C as this is the mean temperature of the two cargoes and they would both carry satisfactorily at this temperature.
13 C as plantains are less sensitive to the consequences of a higher delivery temperature.
When should a spreader be used for general cargo operations?
When the weight of a load needs to be evenly distributed by the lifting gear
When the length of a load is such that slinging it will create unacceptable bending moments
When the length of a load is such that slinging it will create sagging
When handling open-top containers
In a two stage compressor you will find pistons with different diameters (one is bigger than the other).Which one of the following statements is correct ?
The smallest diameter piston is the stage two piston
A big piston will give less oil content in the air.
A big piston will deliver dryer air into stage one.
The biggest diameter piston is the stage two piston.
On the air compressor's crankcase there is a small valve that lets off overpressure. What do we have to do if this valve is letting off pressure and oil moisture ?
Check the clearance in the bearings.
Increase the flow of cooling water.
Overhaul the compressor unit.
Block the valve because it pollutes the engine room (block off the valve).
When trying to reverse a large slow speed diesel engine in the astern direction it cannot be turned on air even though it will start in the ahead direction. What is the likely cause of this problem?
One of the cylinder air start valves has stuck open.
The reversing servo for the fuel pumps has stuck in the ahead position.
The start is blocked because the air distributor has not moved to the astern position.
The automatic valve for the air start system has jammed shut.
Which of these definitions is that of a "Marine Pollutant" under the IMDG Code?
Any substance which is deemed hazardous to the marine environment.
A substance which is subject to the provisions of Annex III of MARPOL 73/78, as amended.
A substance which, because of its tendency to degrade in seafood, or because of its hazard potential to the aquatic environment is subject to the provisions of Annex I of MARPOL 73/78, as amended, and carried by sea accordingly.
A substance which is subject to the provisions of Chapter V of SOLAS 1974, as amended.
On a RoRo vessel, who is responsible for discussing the cargo plan with duty crew members?
The ship's cargo or duty officer
Which is the "MOORING BUOY", in the figure?
The Mooring Buoy is indicated by D, in the figure
The Mooring Buoy is indicated by A, in the figure
The Mooring Buoy is indicated by C, in the figure
The Mooring Buoy is indicated by B, in the figure
What is the main reason for adding inhibitors to some liquefied gas cargoes such as ethylene oxide and vinyl chloride?
To reduce the boil-off rate of the cargo.
To prevent polymerisation of the cargo.
To control the temperature of the cargo.
To reduce the toxicity of the cargo.
On an enclosed car deck, may the drivers stay in their vehicles during the voyage?
It is up to the captain to decide
It depends on what type of vehicle they have
Two reference points for pressure exist, absolute zero and atmospheric pressure. What do you call pressures measured relative to absolute zero?
What is the objective of the international merchant fleet?
To transport and deliver goods as quickly as possible
To meet the requirements of goods to be transported
To earn money for the shipowners
To accommodate the seafarers- need for employment.
What does this two flag hoist signal indicate?
Keep clear I have divers down.
I require medical assistance.
I am in distress and require assistance.
Whilst underway, during the approach and in the process of double banking, or whilst transferring cargo whilst underway, the following signals from the IMO's Collision Regulations should be displayed (unless local regulations differ) by both ships:
Signals for vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre
Signals for vessels towing
No special signals required
Signals for a vessel not under command
During crude oil washing, the tank being washed is also to be stripped simultaneously. What is the requirement to the stripping capacity during crude oil washing?
The stripping capacity has to be 10% more than supplied liquid.
The stripping capacity has to be 25% more than supplied liquid.
Have to strip out the same amount being supplied through the cow machines.
The stripping capacity has to be 5% more than supplied liquid.
What is very important before starting a steam driven piston pump?
That all the valves on the suction side are open and on the delivery side are closed.
That all the valves on the delivery side are open before starting.
It doesn’t matter what is open first or last.
That the pump is running before any valves are opened.
During the ship to ship cargo transfer operation if any considerable amount of oil is spilt and trapped between both ships, where risk of ignition due to incendive sparks caused by metal to metal contact, such as fender support steel nets/chains and shipside do exist, you should:
Cover the spillage with a layer of foam.
Cast off from the other vessel immediately.
Tighten fender wires to minimise fender motion.
Do nothing, let the oil disperse by itself.