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When requisitioning stores and provisions, how can shipping companies secure practical cooperation from their suppliers?
By requiring them to provide, wherever possible, packaging best suited to subsequent handling and disposal by the vessel.
By making it a condition of contract that the supplier receives and disposes of all garbage that a ship lands in the port of supply.
By requiring that no plastic is used in any goods and provisions supplied to the vessel.
Which of the following items of equipment should be fitted alongside the dedicated hand-washing basin in the galley? Select all applicable answers.
Which of the following are reasons, why cotton is the most suitable material for a galley uniform? Select all applicable answers.
What should be on the deck immediately outside the door to a walk-in refrigerator or freezer space?
Fire-resistant coir matting.
An area marked with yellow diagonal lines.
At which times should a person engaged in food preparation wash his/her hands? Select all applicable answers.
Does a joint which has been filled with a stuffing mix take longer or shorter to cook, than one of equivalent weight which has not been stuffed?
It makes no difference – they will take the same time to cook.
Can you use an egg if the shell is cracked?
Why is it not possible to wash all crockery and glassware in a dishwasher?
Because not all crockery and glassware is dishwasher proof.
Because health and safety regulations specify that items over 12′ (30 cm) in diameter must be washed by hand.
Because coloured glass and crockery will not survive the high washing temperature.
Because crockery that has previously contained seafood or chicken must be scrubbed by hand to ensure it is clear of infectious residues.
Is it acceptable practice, on the grounds of minimizing wastage, to cook a portion of rice, keep it warm for service, then refrigerate any unused part and reheat it at a later stage?
Which of the following should be checked in the galley and associated areas at the end of the working day? Select all applicable answers.
What should be done with electrical equipment, prior to washing down the galley?
The units should be switched on to ensure that they dry off in the shortest possible time.
Electrical equipment should be removed, or covered in plastic sheeting.
All power to the galley range and other electrical equipment should be switched off and isolated before washing down.
No washing down should be carried out in areas containing electrical equipment.
Which of the following are precautions necessary before cleaning electrical equipment in the galley? Select all applicable answers.
In which of the following publications and notices may guidance on food hygiene be found? Select all applicable answers.
Which of the following are precautions necessary before using electrical equipment in the galley? Select all applicable answers.
Which Annex to the International Convention on the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, commonly known as MARPOL 73/78, deals specifically with prevention of pollution by garbage from ships?
Under Annex V of MARPOL 73/78, at what distance from shore may a vessel inside a Special Area dispose of paper, rags and glass bottles, that have been ground down or comminuted into the sea?
Disposal to sea is prohibited.
What kind of saw is used to cut bone near the surface?
Under Annex V of MARPOL 73/78, at what distance from shore may a vessel outside a Special Area dispose of paper, rags and glass bottles, that have been ground down or comminuted into the sea?
Disposal to sea is prohibited.
If a permanently-mounted electrical mixer breaks down, what should the catering staff do about it?
They should immediately order a replacement unit for delivery in the next port.
The catering staff are fully responsible at all times for any repairs necessary to galley equipment and should therefore make it serviceable again at the earliest opportunity.
They should report the defect through the proper channels, isolate the equipment from the power supply and place a safety notice on the unit.
How might you safely and practically prevent spillage from pans on a galley range in bad weather? Select all applicable answers.
In order to meet the definition of “comminuted waste” under Annex V to MARPOL 73/78, what size of mesh must the particles be able to pass through?
A steward reaches into a sink of soapy water to release the plug and cuts his hand on a knife lying in the bottom. Which of the following policies would you have been most effective in avoiding this accident, while still following a practical and hygienic approach to the cleanliness of the equipment?
Every person washes their own knives.
Detergent is not used when washing knives.
There is a dedicated sink for washing knives.
Heavy-duty kitchen gloves are used when washing knives and other utensils.
During an inspection or audit, which of the following may an inspector check with respect to an incinerator? Select all applicable answers.
A cargo ship comes into port in the United States. Who would routinely perform a sanitary inspection?
The Food and Drug Administration inspector.
The Port Facility Safety Officer.
Which ship’s are required to carry a Garbage Management Plan?
All ship’s of 400 gross tonnages and above, and every ship certified to carry 15 persons or mire.
All ship’s of 500 tonnes or more, and with a keel laid after 1st January.
All ship’s with a crew of 15 persons or more.
All passenger ship’s not fitted with an approved incinerator device.
Which of the following are designated as “Special Areas” under Annex V of MARPOL 73/78?
The United States Centres for Disease Control and Prevention run a program designed to protect passenger and crew health by minimizing the risk of gastrointestinal illness aboard cruise ships. What is it called?
The Vessel Sanitation Program.
The Cruise Ship Health Monitoring System.
The Cruise Industry Best Practise in Passenger Health Scheme.
The Homeland Security (Food Terrorism) Program.
Why should trousers worn in the galley be loose fitting around the lower legs?
To lessen injury if hot liquids are accidentally spilled.
Because that is the fashion style adopted by all seafaring cooks.
Because ventilating the lower legs will lessen the chance of cramp.
Because ventilating the lower legs will lessen the chance of heat rash.
At what recommended temperature should frozen fish be stored?
You have just joined a large container ship as cook for the first time. What will you do in respect of the alarms and other safety devices, fitted to the walk-in refrigerators and freezers? Select all applicable answers.
Which of the following conditions must be applied to left-over cooked meat from an evening meal if it is to be re-used in a pie dish for the following mid-day meal? Select all applicable answers.
Which of the following are required in an entry in the Garbage Record Book? Select all applicable answers.
Which of the following kinds of food are good sources of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids? Select all applicable answers.
How should long handles on pans on a galley stove be positioned?
They should be turned inwards, so that they are not accidentally caught by people walking past.
They should be turned outwards, so that they are most accessible in an emergency.
How should wooden cutting boards be arranged after washing?
They should be stacked in such a way, that air circulates over all surfaces during drying.
They should be roughly wiped with a drying cloth and stacked one on top of another.
They should be placed in a dishwasher, which is programmed on the “accelerated drying” cycle.
Wooden cutting boards should only ever be scraped, sprayed with sanitizer spray and wiped dry; they should never be washed with water.
What should you do if you normally work in the galley or messroom and find you are suffering from diarrhoea? Select all applicable answers.
What is the recommended maximum salt intake per person per day?
What are the three principles on which many Garbage Management Plans are based?
Will the entries in a Garbage Record Book only ever be used to convict a vessel’s Master and crew in the event of a pollution incident?
No, a Garbage Record Book can be used to demonstrate, that a vessel is complying with requirements and can be used to eliminate a vessel from an inquiry or absolve her of blame in the event of a suspected pollution incident.
A Garbage Record Book cannot be used either to convict or protect a vessels Master and crew in relation to alleged pollution.
Yes – a Garbage Record Book is only admissible as prosecuting evidence.
What types of fire should extinguishers fitted in a galley primarily be capable of dealing with? Select all applicable answers.
Which of the following food or food constituents are considered to be unhealthy when consumed on a regular basis?
In specific relation to MARPOL 73/78 can a Port State Control officer board and inspect a foreign-flagged vessel?
Why are rolled joints more at risk from bacterial infection?
Because the bacteria, which may originally have been present on the outside surface of the meat will be transferred to the inside when the joint is rolled.
Because meat of a lesser quality is generally used for rolled joints.
Because the temperature necessary to kill all bacteria cannot be achieved in the middle of a rolled joint.
Because rolled joints are normally pre-prepared on shore and quality control cannot always be guaranteed from a supplier.
Which international regulations deal specifically with the prevention of pollution by garbage from ships?
Annex V to MARPOL 73/78 refers to a specific area of waste management. Which of the following is it?
The handling of those types of food, domestic and operational waste generated during the normal running of a vessel and liable to be disposed of continuously or periodically.
The standards on packing, marking, labelling, documentation, stowage, quantity limitations, exceptions and notifications for preventing pollution by harmful substances.
The processing of those types of operational waste generated as a result of cargo and ballast operations.
You accidentally cut the end of your finger whilst preparing food in the galley. It bleeds but stops after a few minutes. Should you report it?
What did the report on “food terrorism” issued by the World Health Organisation in 2003 suggest might be inserted into foodstuffs by terrorists as a means of deliberately harming civilians?
Chemical or biological agents.
Which of the following types of knife must never be used for cutting?
What precautions should you take before washing down the galley at the end of the day?
Remove all electrical equipment from the galley, or cover it in plastic sheeting.
Check that the water supply is clean and fresh to minimize the risk of electrical shock.
All power to the galley range and other electrical equipment should be switched off and isolated.
All electrical equipment should be switched on to ensure, that they dry off in the shortest possible time.
Which of the following should be part of your standard hand-washing technique prior to handling food? Select all applicable answers.
How many portions of fruit and vegetables are recommended per day for the average adult?
What is the recommended procedure for defrosting frozen fish?
Remove all wrapping. Place in an oven at 180 °C for fifteen minutes. Turn once during thawing.
Remove all wrapping. Place on a suitable tray to contain water, defrost uncovered at room temperature. The fish may rest alongside other foods being defrosted at the same time.
Do not remove any wrapping. Place on a suitable tray to contain water, defrost in a refrigerator or cold room at 8-10 °C. Ensure the fish is kept well away from other uncooked food.
Which of the following are forms of food poisoning?
Under Annex V of MARPOL 73/78, at what distance from shore may a vessel inside a Special Area dispose of inert ash, comminuted (slurry) into the sea?
Disposal to sea is prohibited.
What kind of saw is used to cut bone that is deep and well covered by meat?
How long is it estimated that it will take a tin can to degrade in the sea?
Select two reasons from the list below, that best explain why you should not wear your ordinary clothing in the galley:
What is the best way to avoid the risk of someone cutting their fingers by reaching into a sink of soapy water, where there are knives lying? Select the most hygienic and practical answer.
For every person to wash their own knives.
Do not use detergent when washing knives.
Have a dedicated sink for washing knives.
Have a dedicated time for washing knives.
At what temperature must products made with fresh or mock cream be stored until required for service?
What is the commonest form of food poisoning worldwide?
Staphylococcal enterotoxin.
What is the best policy to follow, in order to prevent people walking into the galley and possibly introducing germs and other forms of contamination into the area?
Prohibit unauthorized persons from the galley and storeroom areas at all times.
Obtain copies of medical certificates from the Master or Administrative Officer, so that you know if other people are healthy.
Only admit other persons before and after meal times.
Require all visitors to the galley to wash their hands on entering.
After cooking, at what minimum temperature must rice be maintained during service?
Which of the following are key elements of a Garbage Management Plan? Select all applicable answers.
In most colour coding systems for kitchen knives, what colour is used to indicate the knife is to be used only for the preparation of raw meat?
The cook on this ship had been under pressure from the Catering Superintendent and the Captain regarding the amount of food wasted over the month, and the overtime hours of the catering department. In order to save both time and food, he decided to cook a large portion of rice, keep it warm for service during the evening meal, then refrigerate the leftover rice and reheat the next day for the lunchtime meal. Is what he did acceptable? Select the most correct answer.
No, what he did is extremely dangerous and could have led to food poisoning throughout the crew.
Yes, but he would have to ensure, that the rice was reheated to a temperature of at least 43 °C.
For preference and if possible how should the amount of garbage be estimated for the purposes of the entries in the Garbage Record Book?
Metric tonnes overall per operation.
Cubic metres by category.
Number of standard garbage bags.
Which of the following food or food constituents are considered to be healthy when consumed on a regular basis?
What kind of footwear is acceptable for working in the galley and storerooms?
Heavy-duty, with a non-slip sole and reinforced toecap, covering the foot fully.
Comfortable, casual, soft leather and low cut.
Easily removed, well ventilated, flip-flop or sandal style.
Smooth-soled, open-backed clogs.
In most colour coding systems for kitchen knives, what colour is used to indicate the knife is to be used only for the preparation of raw fish?
Some fresh prawns have been peeled in preparation for a cocktail dish. Some fresh salad has been cleaned and prepared to accompany it. The dish is not required for another four hours. What will you do with these ingredients in the meantime?
The prawns and the salad will be placed in separate containers, covered and refrigerated until required.
The prawns will be refrigerated and the salad left in cold water to keep it fresh.
The prawns and salad will be placed in separate dishes, covered in tin foil and left on the workbench until required.
The ingredients will be placed together in a dish, covered and refrigerated until required.
With which particular form of food poisoning are cream filled confectionary products associated?
Staphylococcal enterotoxin.
Norwalk gastrointestinal virus.
You are an assistant cook working on a large ferry. You have a boil on your wrist which has become infected. What must you do? Select all applicable answers.
Which of the following safety features may be incorporated in the design of walk-in refrigerator or freezer, to counter the risk of personnel getting trapped inside? Select all applicable answers.
Some raw chicken has been cut into strips for an hors d’oeuvre dish. To accompany it, some fresh salad has been cleaned and prepared. The dish is not required until the evening. Can the meat and salad be stored together in the same dish in a refrigerator until required?
In the case study of the coaster that went to sea with stores left around in the galley, which of the following could the cook/steward be said to be guilty of? Select all applicable answers.
How could your menus best contribute to reducing the number of dental problems amongst the crew?
By limiting the use and supply of sugar-rich and starch-containing foods and beverages.
By increasing the use of red meat in the menus on a daily basis.
By ensuring that a minimum of 1,5 grammes of salt is consumed per person per day.
By ensuring that at least two portions of vegetables are available with every main meal.
Should the Master obtain a receipt or certificate for garbage landed to a port reception facility and why?
Yes, because it confirms and cross-references with the corresponding entry in the Garbage Record Book.
No, it is not necessary to obtain a receipt, or make an entry in a Garbage Record Book when garbage is landed to an official Port Reception Facility.
No, because the entry in the Garbage Record Book gives all the necessary information.
Yes, because it is a requirement under the ISPS Code.
What is the traditional seaman’s saying that suggests the procedure to adopt when carrying stores?
“One hand for the ship and one for yourself”.
“One hand for the ship and one for the stores”.
“One hand for the Captain and one for the Cook”.
“Keep your hands to yourself”.
You are the Cook on a cargo vessel. On which of the following occasions would you wash your hands? Select all applicable answers.
How long must a Garbage Record Book be kept on-board?
Until the vessel is sold, changes flag or is scrapped.
5 years from the date of the first entry.
1 year from the date of the last entry.
2 years from the date of the last entry.