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When a satellite receives a “distress alert” from a Cospas-Sarsat EPIRB, the relay of the “distress alert” can be delayed because the satellite cannot immediately contact a:
LES before the satellite is actually seen by this ground station
LUT before the satellite is actually seen by this ground station
NCS before the satellite is actually seen by this ground station
MMSI is short form of:
Maritime Mobile Service Identity
Mobile Maritime Safety Information
Merchant Mariners Signal Identity
Merchant Marine Ship identity
With an increase in temperature the volume of flammable and combustible liquids :
Remains constant if pressure remains constant
The rudder is hard over, full ahead in deep water. How much lift force remains when the engine is stopped?
When Sen. Deck Off. of both vessels involved have decided which will be the last lines to be let go whilst unmooring, these lines should be made fast as follows on the ship accepting the lines.
By keeping the rope on the warping drum of a deck winch, fig. 3.
By turning up the rope on the bitts, fig. 1.
By putting the eye on the bitts, fig. 2.
By shackling the eye to a strongpoint, fig. 4.
Your vessel is transiting the Panama Canal. Which manning level is applicable?
Sufficiently manned with officers and crew to permit safe handling of vessel
A reduced crew is acceptable since the Panama Canal authorities are supplying transit crew
Manning level as per statutory requirements + 10% more to handle mooring equipment
Manning level as per (statutory requirements) masters discretion
To choose the HF-band, the time difference between 2 stations is:
When passenger ships are engaged on international voyages (except for short ones) musters of the passengers must be performed within
1week after their embarkation
24h after their embarkation
48h after their embarkation
immediately after their embarkation
When you are taking an "ullage" on a cargo tank on an oil tanker, what are you actually doing?
Measuring the distance from the surface of the cargo to the ullage reference point
Measuring the distance from the bottom of the tank to the ullage reference point
Measuring the distance from the bottom of the tank to the surface of cargo
Measuring the distance from the surface of the cargo to the underside of the maindeck
Part of the outer surface of a refrigeration compressor crankcase and the refrigerant return line near the compressor ice up heavily during normal operation. Which of the options given is the most likely cause of this problem?
The oil separator is not functioning correctly and is allowing lubricating oil to pass into the system.
The seawater flow control valve for the condenser is faulty allowing insufficient cooling water flow.
The superheat control setting for the thermostatic expansion valve is set too low.
The filter drier unit in the liquid line is partly blocked.
What precaution must be taken when painting on deck during cargo operations?
There must be an established means of communication between crew members and the duty officer
Cargo hold fan inlets near paint areas must be closed
There must be an established means of communication between crew members and the bosun
On a Container vessel, what is the function of double stacking cones?
To link adjacent container stacks together particularly those in line with buttresses
To link out-of-gauge container stacks together
To lock containers horizontally
To lock adjacent container stacks together
Who is responsible for ensuring your ship completes a security assessment?
Flag State Administration
Recognized Security Organization
Which international convention deals with maritime safety and safety equipment onboard ro-ro passenger vessels?
Car decks on board ro-ro passenger ships are nomally closed during sea passage. Why are passengers not allowed to be on the car-deck during sailing?
Vehicles and other cargo can shift when the ship is rolling. Persons may be trapped between vehicles or cargo.
f the car decks are empty, it will be easier for the crew to locate all passengers in case of an emergency
To prevent burglary and damage to cars
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.
Training manuals for Life Saving Appliances and Fire Fighting systems and equipment shall be provided in crew mess room, recreation room or in each crew cabin. The training manuals shall explain the following in detail:
General Emergency procedures
Emergency procedures including alarm signals, general instructions and safety practice onboard, specific information on equipment, operation of equipment
Alarm signals and donning of lifjackets
Manufacturer's specific information on equipment including maintenance procedures, operation of equipment
Some fresh shrimps have been peeled ready for serving; some salad leaves have been washed ready for the same meal. The meal will not be served for another four hours. What will you do with these ingredients in the meantime?
The shrimps and the salad will be placed in separate containers, covered and placed in the refrigerator until required.
The shrimps will be placed in the refrigerator and the sald placed in cold water, to keep it fresh.
The shrimps and the salad will be placed in separate containers, covered in foil and left on the bench until required.
The ingredients will be combined, seasoned and dressed, transferred to open serving dishes, then placed in the refrigerator until required.
What type of dynamic forces may cause indent in plating on forecastle deck and main deck in way of pillars inside forecastle?
Forces created by waves on the forecastle
Pressure forces caused by green water on deck
Slamming in way of flat bottom forward of light draught
Impact pressure forces in way of abrupt or flared bow
This circuit symbol is an amplifier system and its frequency response diagram. Which control function is the system performing?
Proportional + derivate (PD)
Proportional + integral (PI)
Proportional + integral + derivate (PID)
The ship is en route. When may passengers visit the bridge?
When the weather is nice and the sea is calm
Passengers are not allowed to visit the bridge while the ship is en route
During daytime if the traffic is smooth
How should steel coils be loaded at the start of cargo operations on a General Cargo Vessel?
From the centre of a cargo hold working towards the sides
From both sides of a cargo hold working towards the centre
From the centre of a cargo hold working towards one side then the other
Before commencement of any work aloft, you should carry out risk assessment of the worktask. What kind of extra personal protective equipment is required as a minimum to carry out the work?
Carry out the work without extra personal protective as long as no one sees what's going on
All personnel who are working aloft, where there is a risk of falling more than two metres, should wear a safety harness (or belt with shock absorber) attached to a lifeline.
As long as someone is supporting the ladder there is no need for extra personal protective equipment
What is the most common signal level from an I/P converter?
When we are measuring viscosity with a restricted flow viscometer, the preerred sensing device is:
Following replacement of a diesel alternator governor the machine is test run on load. It is found that as the load is gradually increased the voltage and the frequency gradually fall to an unacceptable level. The governor is a mechanical hydraulic type. Select from the options given the correct adjustment to make to correct the situation.
The governor load limit should be increased.
The governor droop should be increased.
The governor droop should be reduced.
The governor load limit should be reduced.
What do you understand by the term Slewing?
Making the grab bucket/hook move up and down.
Making the complete crane move port and starboard.
Making the crane jib move up and down.
Making the crane jib move from side to side.
For what purposes is nitrogen used in cargo tanks on a chemical tanker?
Cleanliness (provision of a clean atmosphere in the tank) and quantity (minimising any loss of cargo through evaporation).
Maintenance (nitrogen in the tank restricts moisture build-up and stops corrosion on the tank bulkheads).
Quality control (the nitrogen blanket ensures a uniform temperature throughout the product by stopping loss of heat at the surface).
Safety (atmosphere control) and purity (maintenance of quality of product by stopping contact with air).
What is important with regard to checking container lashings on deck?
The strength of lashing rods
The number and extent of lashings
The strength of twistlocks
The tightness of lashing rods and container locking arrangements
Which of these is addressed in the latest amendment (34-08) of the IMDG Code?
The classification of Marine Pollutants as environmentally hazardous substances
Mandatory training provisions
Marking requirements for Marine Pollutants
How is the size of a reefer vessel normally referenced?
By the Suez Canal tonnage.
By the cubic foot capacity.
On a Container vessel, how would you deal with a containerised scrap metal fire?
Cool the container using seawater
Allow the cargo to smoulder
Extinguish using seawater
The cargo tanks for liquefied gas carriers are grouped into 4 types depending on the survival capability requirements. Which of tank types is suited for the carriage of all cargoes listed in chapter 19 of the IMO IGC Code from a survival capability aspect?
What term is applied to the technique of removing a portion of fish from the bone?
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
What is the minimum value of the GM under the international Load Line Rules?
In the human body, breathing is controlled by
The respiratory centre in the brain
A cargo space is being prepared to load a refrigerated cargo. An inspection of the space has revealed some dark areas of mould on the bulkheads. Which of the given options is the best action to take in such circumstances?
Since the mould will be odourless it can be left in place.
The mould should be scraped off with a steel goose necked scraper.
The mould should be removed by scrubbing the area with clean water containing the correct concentration of an approved fungicide.
The mould should be painted over with an appropriate marine paint.
Four similar ship-types experience beam sea conditions. Which of them will first experience resonant rolling?
The ship with the widest beam
The ship with the smallest GM
The ship with the highest freeboard
The ship with the smallest beam
What standing instruction should be given to prevent a possible blackout on board a ro-ro vessel?
To check with the duty engineer prior to switching on motors or other machinery that take a heavy load
To check with the duty engineer prior to taking steps in correcting the vessel’s list
To use minimum deck lighting at night
To switch off lights in idle cargo holds
What is the most important factor in the master's ability to make good decisions in an emergency?
Input from company personnel
Planning of emergency procedures
Following safety regulations
A cargo of chilled meat is being loaded into the cargo space of a reefer vessel and the stow will extend 3.5 metres upwards into the coaming in way of the hatch square. Select, from the options given, the best method to adopt to achieve satisfactory carriage of this cargo.
Construct a false deck out of plywood sheets to reduce the load on the lower tiers.
Lay plywood sheets at approximately mid-height of the stow to reduce the load on the lower tiers.
Construct a false deck made of pallets to reduce the load on the lower tiers.
Ensure a tight stow to resist crushing of the lower cartons.
When is track line search normally used?
When the position of the search object is accurate
When a vessel or aircraft has disappeared without a trace
When the position of the search object is not accurate
When a direct communication between the search object and the search facility is available
Why is it important that all the system valves are closed after completing bilge or ballast pumping operations?
It isn't important how the valves are left after pumping operations are completed.
To make sure the valves do not seize in the open position.
To keep the pump housing full of fluid.
To avoid accidental intake of water into the engine room in case of valve or pipeline failure.
What are the disadvantages of large double bottom tanks on a double hull oil tanker?
The effect of free surface and reduction in the transverse metacentric height.
Suddenly developing a severe trim.
Potential hazards relating to damage to internal structure and pipelines.
Increased longitudinal bending moments.
By what means can we monitor and control the integrity of the hull?
Let experienced personnel close and secure doors and ramps
Automatic detection systems, television surveillance and patrolling
Documented operating procedures
The chief officer is responsible for monitoring the integrity of the hull and superstructure at all times
Which of these statements is incorrect with regard to Ro-Ro cargoes?
Stowage on deck is recommended when ventilation for a particular package is not required
Stowage on deck is recommended when constant supervision is required
Stowage on deck is recommended when there is a substantial risk of the formation of explosive gas mixtures
Stowage on deck is recommended when access to a particular package is required
To evaluate the condition of a heat exchanger the following measurements should be recorded:
In and outlet temperatures on one media
In and outlet temperatures, and flow rates for both media
In and outlet temperatures for both media
What is an unsaturated hydrocarbon?
Unsaturated hydrocarbons are colourless and odourless liquids and they are chemically reactive
Unsaturated hydrocarbons are colourless liquids with a sweetish odour, they are chemically non-reactive and have to be carried under high pressure
Unsaturated hydrocarbons are colourless and odourless liquids and they are chemically non-reactive
Unsaturated hydrocarbons are colourless liquids with a sweetish odour and they are chemically reactive
Which of these steps (in shut-down procedure) shall be executed last?
Shut down of inert gas blower
Close the gas pressure control valve
Close the flue gas uptake
Open ventilation valve to atmosphere
What does heaving result in?
Shearing of container twistlocks
Vertical accelerations acting along container corner posts
Longitudinal accelerations acting on hatch pontoons
When securing a non-standardized portable tank what is a favourable securing angle that will prevent it from tipping in the fore and aft direction?
You are assigned to accompany a cargo surveyor during tank inspection. A wall-wash is to take place in tank 3 centre. As the surveyor is preparing his equipment for this, you observe that a drop of sweat falls onto the funnel. What will you do?
Draw the surveyor's attention to it. Take note that he thoroughly cleans the funnel with the wall-wash solvent before collecting the laboratory sample. Report the matter to the Duty officer.
Ask the surveyor to wait in the tank alone while you take the funnel up to the accommodation and rinse it in clean, fresh water.
Immediately instruct the surveyor to leave the tank and collect a substitute set of equipment.
Nothing. The odd drop of sweat will not usually make any difference.
Who can carry out a Quadrennial Thorough Survey of cargo gear?
A classification society surveyor
A deck officer designated by the master
A conventional reefer vessel is to have its refrigerating capacity increased by fitting a 'power pack' consisting of a diesel engine and generator housed in a twenty foot container. Which of the options given would be the best location to stow the ‘power pack’?
On the main deck, close to the fresh air inlets.
On the main deck, close to the fresh air exhausts.
On the main deck, well clear of the fresh air exhausts.
On the main deck, well clear of any fresh air inlets.
When one ship is unmooring from another which is at anchor, the unmooring crew should be instructed to cast off lines:
As and when they think fit.
As and when the vessel remaining at anchor instructs them to do so.
As and when the manoeuvring vessel instructs them to do so.
As and when strain appears on individual ropes.
What is the main reason for crewmembers to practice search and rescue operations on ships in an emergency?
Passengers may not hear the alarm bells, and they may not know that they should proceed to mustering stations.
Passengers seek safety in mustering stations, or other common areas, where they think they can escape danger.
Passengers seek safety in their cabins, or in other places onboard, where they think they can escape danger.
Passengers may not hear the public address system, and they may not know that they should proceed to mustering stations.
Maintenance is to be carried out on a diesel engine. How long after stopping the engine should the cooling water and lubricating oil be kept circulating in order to avoid any undue thermal stress from residual heat?
10 minutes is sufficient.
When a ro-ro unit/cargo is damaged what should the duty officer do if he is not carrying a camera?
Sketch the damaged unit/cargo
Note the manufacturer's details
Make a damage report and rough sketch of the damage
Note the stowage location at which the damage occurred
What special requirements applies to fire alarm signalling systems in passenger ships
Same requirements for Fire alarm systems applies to all ships
Remote control of fire doors and reactivation of ventilation
Centralized in a continuously manned control station with remote control of fire doors, Indication of open or closed fire doors
Fail safe, Centralized in a continuously manned control station, Remote control of fire doors, Indication of open or closed fire doors, Reactivation of ventilation, Detector status, Back up powered
What name is given to the flow diagrams that appear in the Annex II Procedures and Arrangements Manual, which guide the user through the methods to be followed in cleaning a tank after containing a Noxious Liquid Substance?
Collection and Disposal Protocol.
Cleaning and Pumping Diagrams.
Cleaning and Disposal Procedures.
With a bulk ship in port, when would it be permissible to start painting over-side?
Within two hours of berthing
After obtaining permission from the port authority
Immediately after berthing
After obtaining permission from the master
What will immediately diminish the function of a dovetail fitting?
Signs of corrosion of the adjacent deck plating
Rust stains around the welded seam
Which of the following statements is generally true in relation to inert gas systems for LNG carriers?
Most LNG carriers use the boiler exhaust as the main source of inert gas for cargo spaces as well as interbarrier and hold spaces.
Most LNG carriers have Nitrogen generators capable of providing all of the inert gas requirements for cargo spaces as well as interbarrier and hold spaces.
Most LNG carriers have a combustion type inert gas generator for the cargo tanks and a Nitrogen supply or generator for interbarrier and hold spaces.
Most LNG carriers do not have inert gas facilities fitted onboard and rely on shoreside installations to provide inert gas as required.
Which of the function shown is this operational amplifier circuit performing?
What is name of the machine shown, used to heave on the ropes during mooring and unmooring?
Which regulations apply to bulk carriers carrying products that contain oil?
Regulations laid down by individual classification societies
From where on board can you find out the different types of protection equipment regarding where placed, how much, how many etc.?
What is the main effect on lubricating oil of operating for long periods at excessively high temperature?
It will change the flashpoint of the oil.
It will cause the oil to oxidise, reducing the viscosity.
It will cause the oil to oxidise, increasing the viscosity.
It will cause the oil to evaporate, increasing consumption.
On a RoRo vessel, why are short lashings better than long lashings for ro-ro units?
Because ships' vibrations will not slacken short lashings
Because it is a cargo securing manual requirement
Because they're easily tightened and tensioned
Witch statement about fire doors is true?
Should be kept closed at all time.
Should be kept open at all time.
When closed during an emergency, passengers may get hit and injured.
Fire doors have no specific function.
What will happen when you start a centrifugal pump with the delivery valve closed?
The starting load on the motor will cause overload.
The pump will lose suction.
The delivery pressure will be large causing the relief valve to open.
The starting load on the motor will be minimum.
What does the 1 Engineer want to have done?
He wants the feed water tank cleaned
He wants the feed water tank inspected
He wants the heating coils inspected
He wants the Fitter to Check the CO 2 equipment
What is ‘Design Load’?
The total weight of cargo
The total weight of cargo subject to athwartships and longitudinal accelerations
The total weight of cargo subject to vertical accelerations
Loads for which the ship’s decks and hatchcovers are designed
Very roughly, the gas mixture from Crude Oil can be represented by the pure hydrocarbon gas Propane for analysis and comparison purposes. What then is the approximate Lower Flammable Limit of Crude Oil when measured as a percentage volume in air?
During inspection and calibration of one unit, you observe the situation shown. The conclusion is clover leafing. The main engine uses high grade TBN cylinder oil. What do you have to do in order to reduce wear?
Contact engine maker for advice.
Increase the jacket cooling water temperature to avoid the sulfur dew point
Decrease jacket cooling water temperature to avoid heat stress
Increase cylinder oil consumption to neutralize the sulfur
What is understood by the term "Dew point" of the air?
The temperature at which condensation in the air forms into water droplets.
The temperature of the water vapour in a cloud.
The "Dew Point" is the point at the centre of an Anticyclone
All of the suggested answers
Does OPA90 apply to vessels engaged in carrying liquefied gas?
OPA90 applies only to oil tankers.
OPA90 applies only to non-American flag vessels.
Only if the vessel carry HC-products.
OPA90 applies to all ships.
When cleaning boiler burner nozzles that have just been in service the watch rating notices that the nozzle holes are partially blocked. Which of the methods given in the options is the preferred method to use in order to avoid damaging the nozzle holes?
Poke the holes clear with a welding rod which has been ground down to size.
Knock the nozzle repeatedly on the work bench to try and dislodge the blockage.
Use a standard drill bit in a hand drill to clear the blockage.
Use cleaning wires starting with a small gauge and gradually work up to the full size of the nozzle hole.
What is a "closed discharge" operation on an oil tanker?
A discharge operation which is commenced with all manifold and tank valves on the vessel initially set in the closed position
A discharge operation carried out without opening any lids or sighting ports and where gauging is performed either by a fixed system or by a portable system gaining access through a vapour-lock.
A cargo discharge which is performed to a shore tank directly adjacent to the berthed vessel and which is wholly controlled by a terminal operator
The pumping of tank washings, conducted through underwater discharge outlets only
Where do you find detailed information and specific technical requirements for fire safety systems?
Fire Safety Systems Code (FSS Code)
What is defined as ‘grain’, under international regulations?
Read the text in the diagram and answer this question: What should be given to prospective seafarers?
Approved training in survival techniques
Survival and protective clothing
On a Container vessel, with regard to raised deck sockets, what must be ensured prior to commencing cargo operations?
They must be clean and free of internal debris
They must be ready to secure the turnbuckles
They must be well painted
You are to load a cargo ofIsocyanate to tank 4CP and the cargo hose from shore is to be connected to a flange directly adjacent to the cargo pump, so that the manifold cross-over and deck cargo line are not used. What must you place underneath the connection?
Some sawdust or other absorbant material.
A label stating "portable connection".
During the survey of Long Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) equipment, which document must be available to the surveyor to demonstrate compliance with SOLAS?
The Certificate of Compliance with SOLAS V/19-1, bearing the serial number of the equipment installation.
A report giving the result of the Performance Test, issued by the manufacturer in compliance with the Flag State Authority requirements.
A report giving the result of the Conformance Test, issued by the Classification Society on behalf of the Flag State Authority.
A Statement of Installation and and Testing by the Approved Service Provider in compliance with SOLAS V/26-4.
What special design feature is attributed to pure car carriers?
A small GM when fully loaded
A very large windage area
Many LNG vessels have spherical cargo tanks. Which of the statements given in the options is the most accurate?
Using spherical tanks means double hulls are not required.
Using spherical tanks means that the cargo can be carried at pressures well above atmospheric.
Using spherical tanks allows more cargo to be carried as the tank is positioned above the deck.
Using spherical tanks means only a partial secondary barrier is required.
How often should boiler water tests be carried out on a steam boiler?
What is the function of a lashing plate?
A means of securing turnbuckles
A means of securing butteresses under-deck
A means of securing lashing chains
A means of securing the hatch covers
Why do we have to make sure that the plate pack is compressed to the right measurement A, after insertion of plates?
Should be compressed more every time after opening.
To prevent serious damages to the plates.