Le test comprend 80 questions aléatoires.
Total de questions sur ce sujet : 196
If your chemical tanker is equipped with high velocity venting valves, at what minimum height above the weather deck or catwalk should they be installed?
To maintain good relationship among the crew on board a vessel, one must be:
Give authority to others.
Polite and diplomatic while talking to crew members.
Understanding, Co-operative, and have respect from both sides.
Strict and authoritative while giving orders.
It is the Master’s responsibility to ensure that:
Concerned personnel carry out the onboard training programme effectively.
Life jackets are worn during every training.
All information regarding the onboard training is given to the ship manager.
Safety equipment is not used during the training.
When loading oil in oil tankers, why are you only allowed to load maximum 98 % of the tank capacity?
Due to temperature expansion.
Danger to vessel stability and strength.
The “dew point” of a liquid chemical can be defined as:
The temperature at which dry-ice melts in Acetone.
The temperature at which a condensable component is saturated with respect to a gas, as in operational terms is seen at the point when moisture no longer detectable in air.
The temperature at which a saturated as exhibits condensation.
The temperature at which a gas is saturated with respect to a condensable component, as in operational terms is seen at the point when air is saturated with moisture.
A message is send by the Inmarsat-C set. The land earth station will:
Only send a positive delivery notification (PDN) to the sender if the sender requested, so in the send menu.
Automatically send a positive delivery notification (PDN) to the sender.
Never send a positive delivery notification (PDN) to the sender. The addressed will have to confirm the message through the ground-station and request for further information, if desired.
The minimum permissible distance measured horizontally between the ship’s shell plating and the outer side bulkhead of the first cargo compartment on a type II chemical tanker is:
Not less than moulded breadth/15.
Not less than moulded breadth/5.
Onboard training should be organised in such a way that:
It is an integral part of the overall training plan.
Each crew member is trained individually.
It does not contravene with the rest hours of the crew.
Regular “updating” of a ships position in an Inmarsat-C installation is necessary:
To have the correct position in case of accidents.
To keep to the correct Inmarsat region.
To enter the correct data to the disk antenna.
To inform the satellite of ships position.
A distress alert has accidentally been sent with the Inmarsat-C installation. One should now:
Make contact with an RCC.
Wait until an RCC reports.
What rules and regulations are regulating the watch keeping routines in the engine room?
Both STCW and Class rules.
International Standard for Training and Watch keeping (STCW).
How often shall crew members participate in fire drills?
When a character in the NAVTEX message sent is not received in the proper way:
A closely resembling character will be printed.
Any other character will be printed.
The message will not be printed at all until, with repeated transmission, it can be automatically compared and corrected.
Nothing or a special character will be printed.
What is the probable cause of an error in position of the ship obtained from the GPS system?
Incorrect height of the antenna.
A three dimensional instead of a two dimensional position output.
Abnormal sun spot activity causing unusual radiation effects.
All of the suggested answers.
What is the minimum number of channels required for the portable two-way VHF’s for survival craft?
In which of these circumstances can your ship request a DoS?
Your ship is conducting activities with a port or ship that is not required to implement an approved security plan.
There is a heightened security risk for your ship and a port facility.
Your ship is operating at a lower security level than the ship or port it is interfacing with.
Your ship has added a new port to its of ports of call.
What type of dynamic forces may cause indent in plating on forecastle deck and main deck in way of pillars inside forecastle?
Impact pressure forces in way of abrupt or flared bow.
Forces created by waves on the forecastle.
Slamming in way of flat bottom forward of light draught.
Pressure forces caused by green water on deck.
What is the maximum quantity of cargo permitted to be carried in a single tank on a type I chemical tanker?
Which of the following groups of chemical cargoes is particularly susceptible to polymerisation, especially through exposure to heat?
A MF/HF-DSC multi-frequency call attempt may:
Be repeated after 1 to 1 and a half minutes.
Be repeated after 3 and a half to 4 and a half minutes.
On board an accident happened. Urgent radio-medical advice is needed. We choose the category:
Chemical tankers of 20 000 tonnes DWT or above, with a keel laid on or after 1st July 1986, when carrying flammable products with a flashpoint not exceeding 60 °C, such as those listed in chapters 17 and 18 of the International Bulk Chemical Code, are exempt from the requirement to be fitted with and use an inert gas plant provided certain conditions are met. Which of the following is a summary of those conditions?
The cargo tank does not exceed 3 000 cubic metres capacity/each tank washing machine nozzle does not exceed 17,5 cubic metres per hour delivery rate/the total wash water input to the tank from all tank washing machines does not exceed 110 cubic metres per hour.
The cargo tank does not exceed 1 250 cubic metres capacity/each tank washing machine nozzle does not exceed 12,5 cubic metres per hour delivery rate/the total wash water input to the tank from all tank washing machines does not exceed 90 cubic metres per hour.
Who are responsible for safe working conditions onboard?
The officer of the watch.
Master, Chief Engineer & Chief Officer.
Your chemical tanker is fitted with sumbersible deepwell cargo pumps. When stripping a tank, if excessive air is allowed to be drawn into the suction line, which of the following may occur?
The pump will “race” and there will be a loss of suction.
The cargo pump impeller will stop rotating.
The back pressure will increase.
Control of the operation will be lost and the tank will rapidly empty.
Which of the following channels and modes should be used when initiating a distress alert transmission?
Channel 13 Radiotelephony and channel 16 DSC.
Channel 6 Radiotelephony.
“Passivation” is a restorative process periodically applied to stainless steel tanks on a chemical tanker. What effect does this process have on the steel surface?
It restores and reforms the passive Chromium Hydroxide surface layer.
It restricts active corrosion on the surface steel.
It causes a chemical reaction, which produces a new inert Chromium Oxide layer on the surface of the steel.
It restores the surface steel to an even and smooth finish, thereby encouraging drainage during discharge.
Inmarsat Telex Service code “33” can be used:
When technical problems are experienced with the Inmarsat-terminal.
To ask for maritime enquiries.
When the coast-station is disfunctional.
What type of search pattern is recommended in the IAMSAR Manual as most effective when the location of the search object is known within relatively close limits?
Part way through a profiling interview with a supplier, the package the individuals is carrying arouses your suspicion. What do you do?
Discreetly inform someone of your suspicions so he or she can get assistance.
Confront the individual and demand that he open the package.
Call for help on the radio.
Take the package and open it.
On area A2 the function “Transmission and reception of on scene communications” is mainly based on:
The use of MF and/or VHF R/T.
The use of SART transponder.
What is false regarding the function “Transmission and reception of on scene communications”.
On area A4 this function is based on the use of HF R/T.
On area A1 this function is based on the use of VHF R/T.
On area A3 this function is based on the use of VHF or/and MF R/T.
The use of SART transponder.
You are close to the entrance to a port in thick fog. You hear the following signal. What does it mean?
That there is a vessel at anchor in the vicinity. She is less than 100 metres in length.
That there is a vessel at anchor in the vicinity. She is more than 100 metres in length.
That there is a vessel aground in the vicinity.
A cofferdam, a pumproom or an empty tank, located between cargo tanks containing cargoes or cargo residues which might react with each other in a hazardous manner, are all acceptable methods of segregation in chemical tanker stowage according to the IBC Code. For this purpose, it may also be acceptable to have:
A common bulkhead, provided it overlaps for less than 15 % of the length of the bulkhead on the larger tank.
A common bulkhead, provided it is at least 10 mm thick.
An intervening cargo tank containing a mutually compatible cargo or cargo residues.
A cruciform joint, separating two tanks diagonally.
With what system is a NAVTEX-message transmitted?
If all indications are that a cargo has been received without damages, irregularities or short shipment and the phrase “apparent good order and condition” is entered on the Bill of Lading, then this Bill is this said to be:
An endorsed Bill of Lading.
A Due Title Bill of Lading.
A Bill of Lading completed for shipment.
The carriage of a new Noxious Liquid Substance not yet listed in the IBC Code may be considered possible, provided it is achieved through a “tri-partite” agreement between:
The Flag State of the Shipper/the Flag State of the Charterer/the Flag State of the Receiver.
The IMO/the Port State of the Shipper/the Port State of the Receiver.
The Port State of the Shipper/the Flag State of the Carrier/the Port State of the Receiver.
The Shipper/the Receiver/the Operator or Charterer.
Not less than one and a half times its specified maximum working pressure, but not more than two-fifths of its bursting pressure.
Not less than one and a half times its specified maximum working pressure, but not more than two-fifths of its bursting pressure.
2 times its designed working pressure, but not more than three-fifths of its nominal bursting pressure.
Not less than one and a half times its nominal bursting pressure, but not more than four-fifths of its specified maximum working pressure.
Not more than one and a half times its specified maximum working pressure, but not less than two-fifths of its bursting pressure.
A DSC distress alert is received. The message states that communication by radiotelex is preferred. One preferably uses:
You are witness to a collision between two other ships close to your vessel. What immediate action should you take?
Nothing, just standby and wait to see if any assistance is required.
Send out a distress message on their behalf.
Contact one or both vessels involved in the incident and offer assistance.
Inform the local coast radio station of the incident and submit your name as a witness.
Onboard training should be organised in such a way that:
It is an integral part of the overall training plan.
Each crew member is trained individually.
It does not contravene with the rest hours of the crew.
When a Master takes the leadership in approaching a problem, must his first action be a decision that will directly solve the problem?
Not necessary, he shall use all available resources. He should resist the temptation to step in and do it all by himself.
Yes, take full control. Do not delegate to other officers, to avoid mistake.
No, he should observe the situation, and let the other senior officers solve the situation.
Yes, with his experience, it is most likely that he has the best solution.
Your vessel is involved in a collision with another vessel. What should you as Master tell the Master on the other vessel?
Explain your actions prior to the collision and request details of actions taken by the other vessel which resulted in the collision.
Name of vessel; IMO number; Port of registry; Port of destination of your vessel.
That their actions were totally wrong and it is their fault.
There should be no communication with the other vessel.
The mode J2B is used:
For urgent message transmitting and receiving.
For radiotelex-traffic in the MF/HF band between the ship and shore stations.
For telephone traffic in the MF/HF bands between ship and shore stations.
“Passivation” is a restorative process periodically applied to stainless steel tanks on a chemical tanker. What effect does this process have on the steel surface?
It restores and reforms the passive Chromium Hydroxide surface layer.
It restricts active corrosion on the surface steel.
It restores the surface steel to an even and smooth finish, thereby encouraging drainage during discharge.
You are to carry a cargo of Phenol across the North Atlantic in winter time. What precaution will you take with the double bottom tank located under the cargo tank containing the Phenol?
It should be empty, to avoid cold water contacted the structure around the product because Phenol has a relatively high melting point.
It should be continuously vented to avoid the build up of condensation on the structure around the product.
It is not necessary to take any additional precautions with the double bottom tank because it is part of an entirely separate pumping system.
It should be inerted, because Phenol has a very low Flash Point.
On area A3 the function “Transmission and reception of on scene communications” is mainly based on:
The use of MF and/or VHF R/T.
The use of HF DSC and/or Inmarsat-C.
The use of MF and/or HF R/T.
In the event of an accidental or other exceptional discharge into the sea of a Noxious Liquid Substance or mixture containing such a substance, an entry shall be made in the Cargo Record Book, which shall include:
Date of occurrence Position (latitude and longitude) Estimated quantity and category(ies) Extract from Master’s Log Book detailing the incident.
Time of occurence Approximate quantity, substance(s) and Category(ies) Circumstances of discharge or escape and general remarks.
Position at start and stop of accidental discharge Time at start and stop of accidental discharge Reason for accidental discharge Name of Person in Charge of operation at time of accidental discharge.
On all UMS operated vessels and also on most other vessels the engine room is equipped with fire detectors. What requirements of testing and checking of the detectors are to be observed?
When testing detectors by suitable equipment (smoke and heat) check that the sensors self controlling system, e. g. a flashing control light etc. is functioning.
Check that the actual detector is giving appropriate signals to the central control unit and that all electric connections are in good order.
Check the detector with heat and/or smoke (in accordance with instructions in its manual).
All the mentioned alternatives.
You can reduce the need for security guards in certain areas by installing:
Testing a SART is permitted:
Only at sea, outside territorial waters.
Only in a port or harbour.
At sea, outside territorial waters, and in a port or harbour.
What is the purpose of the “SQUELCH” on a VHF transmitter/receiver?
Reduce the “noise” in the background.
Increase the range of the transmitter.
Increase the sound signal of the receiver.
Switch to another channel.
Which VHF channel should be used for intership navigation safety communications?
What are the three volumes of the IAMSAR Manual?
A – Command and Control B – Communications C – Rescue Procedures.
I – Planning and Preparation II – Rescue III – Reference.
I – Organization and Management II – Mission Co-ordination III – Mobile Facilities.
I – Organization II – Communications III – Rescue Procedures.
Which of the following requirements regarding life-buoys correspond to present regulations? (SOLAS III/7.1).
All life-buoys shall be placed in holders with quick-release arrangement.
Not less than half the total number of lifebuoys shall be provided with self-igniting lights.
At least one lifebuoy shall be placed within the vicinity of the stern.
At least one life-buoy on each side of the ship shall be fitted with a buoyant lifeline.
To maintain good relationship among the crew on board a vessel, one must be:
Understanding, Co-operative, and have respect from both sides.
Strict and authoritative while giving orders.
Give authority to others.
Polite and diplomatic while talking to crew members.
For security purposes, the IMDG Code should be read in conjunction with the:
IMO NVIC 24 and 46 CFR 2.05.
Chapter V of SOLAS and Annex II of MARPOL.
Chapter XI-2 of SOLAS and Part A of the ISPS Code.
Part B of the ISPS Code and Chapter II of the Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Act.
As a result of being in collision with your vessel, the other vessel is involved is on fire. What are your responsibilities?
The other vessel is in distress and if possible I will render assistance.
You should continue on with the voyage if your damage is not serious.
There is no statutory requirement to provide assistance as the actions of that vessel were the primary cause of the collision.
Your vessel should manoeuvre close to the other vessel and aid the fire-fighting operation.
Who is responsible for maintaining the vessel’s structural strength?
The Flag State Administration.
The Shipping Company and the Classification Society.
Which of the following requirements regarding on board stability data corresponds to present regulations? (NSCL 4/12.1).
Drawings and calculations documenting the stability of the ship, both in intact and all possible damage condition.
A calculation example showing the use of “KG” limitation curves.
A calculation example showing use of “GM” limitation curves.
Stability data produced by stability calculation instruments.
What is the minimum permissible distance measured horizontally between the ship’s shell plating and the outer side bulkhead of the first cargo compartment on a Type II chemical tanker?
Not less than moulded breadth/5.
Not less than moulded breadth/15.
Ballast introduced into a cargo tank on a chemical tanker which has been washed to such an extent that the ballast contains less than 1 ppm of the substance previously carried may be discharged into the sea without regard to the discharge rate, ship’s speed and discharge outlet location, but under certain conditions, which require:
Provided the ship is underway and a sample of the ballast water has been drawn from the tank and is stored on board, there are no additional conditions to be imposed on such a discharge.
That the vessel is not less than 50 miles from the nearest land and is proceeding on route.
That the vessel is not less than 12 miles from the nearest land and is in water that is not less than 25 metres deep.
That the discharge is passed through the Oil Discharge Monitoring Equipment and a visual watch is maintained on the vessel’s wake.
The time indication 121310z means in maritime radio communication:
12th day, 13:10 hours UTC.
12th month, 13:10 hours UTC.
12th day, 13:10 hours local time.
12th month, 13th day, 10:00 hour local time.
A tug is connected to the bow of a vessel. Will the force exerted by it be the same at any ahead speed?
No, on the bow the tug uses power to run with the vessel, which reduces the available power on the towline.
No, when the ahead speed of the ship increases the force exerted by the tug will also increase.
Yes, the force would normally be expected to be the same at any speed of the ship.
The battery of a SART:
Must be replaced before the expiry date is exceeded.
Must be re-charged weekly.
Charged condition must be checked weekly.
What signal may be given by sound and by light to indicate that a vessel fails to understand the intentions or actions of another vessel, or is in doubt that sufficient action is being taken by the other to avoid collision?
One prolonged blast (flash), followed by five or more short and rapid blasts (flashes).
Five short and rapid blasts (flashes).
Three short and rapid blasts (flashes).
Five prolonged blasts (flashes).
What action should be taken by the Officer of the Watch if someone reports a fire to them?
Send the bridge look-out down to investigate.
Stop engines and inform the engine room.
The steps of the embarkation ladder used must be spaced apart by a distance of:
Equally spaced, not less than 200 mm or more than 280 mm.
Equally spaced, not less than 300 mm or more than 380 mm.
For how long is the health certificate valid for a seafarer in foreign trade?
During helicopter evacuation of an injured man, what course should the ship steer?
As instructed by the helicopter pilot.
With the wind fine on the bow opposite to the helicopter operating area.
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals.
When should a crew member joining a ship for the first time be given some training and instructions in the use of the ship’s fire-fighting appliances?
As soon as possible but not later than 2 weeks after he joins the ship.
As soon as possible but not later than 24 hours after he joins the ship.
As soon as possible but not later than 2 days after he joins the ship.
At least, how often shall life boats be launched with their assigned operating crew aboard and manoeuvred in the water according to SOLAS?
Which of the following is a definition of “dew point”?
The temperature at which a gas is saturated with respect to a condensable component, as in operational terms is seen at the point when air is saturated with moisture.
The temperature at which a saturated gas exhibits condensation.
The temperature at which dry-ice melts in Acetone.
With what system is a NAVTEX-message transmitted?
While navigating using a paper chart marked WGS84 the OOW plots the ships position by four different methods and they all give slightly different positions. Which of the following would be considered the most accurate.
Radar ranges from two radar destinctive headlands.
Bearing and distance from a navigation buoy close to the vessel.
Gyro compass bearings from two lighthouses.
As per IMDG Code, the term “separated from” can be defined as:
In different compartments or holds when stowed “under deck”. Provided an intervening deck is resistant to fire and liquid, a vertical separation may be accepted as equivalent. For “on deck” stowage, this segregation means a distance of at least 6 metres.
Either in a vertical or horizontal separation: if the intervening decks are not resistant to fire and liquid, then only in a longitudinal separation is acceptable. For “on deck” stowage, this means a distance of at least 12 metres. This distance also applies to one package stowed “on deck” and another in an upper compartment.
With an intervening compartment, being both a vertical and horizontal separation. Provided an intervening deck is resistant to liquid and fire, a vertical separation of 6 metres is acceptable. For “on deck” stowage, this segregation means a distance of at least 12 metres irrespective of compartment divisions.
Effectively segregated so that the incompatible goods cannot interact dangerously in the event of an accident, but may be transported in the same compartment or hold or on deck, provided a horizontal separation, projected vertically, of 3 metres is obtained.
Notification logging procedures (OPA-90).
Every report or message must be logged including time and date.
Only initial reports to be logged.
Only verbal reports for documentation.
Only communication with USCG.
A satellite receives the transmissions of the 406 MHz Cospas-Sarsat EPIRB. The transmissions of the EPIRB will be:
Always passed on to a LUT.
Exclusively passed on to a LUT only between 70° N and 70° S.
Exclusively passed on to a LUT if the satellite sees both the EPIRB and the LUT.
Which word will precede a routine message?
No specific word will precede a routine message.
In a Type “1” chemical tanker (one that is certified to carry the most hazardous chemicals) the maximum amount of cargo contained in any one tank must not exceed: