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According to European standards (E.N.) fire can be classified…
Foams may be classified according to their expansion rate in:
Welding and use of open flames on board tankers in operation are subject to regulation laid down by the Norwegian Maritime Directorate (Norwegian Ship Control Legislation - NSCL). Which of the listed requirements regarding washing and gas freeing before hot work in cargo tanks corresponds to these regulations? (NSCL 22/1294/6).
For ships provided with inert gas system minor welding work may be permitted.
In case of major work the fire main shall be under pressure.
The ventilation system shall have a capacity of at least two changes of air per hour for work in enclosed spaces. Suitable fire extinguishing equipment shall always be available during hot work.
During loading and discharging of liquified gases and cargo with a flashpoint below 60° C the use of open flames in machinery and boiler spaces must not take place.
*How long may the signal of a detector be left unacknowledged before it begins to ring automatically in every crew accommodation spaces, service spaces, control stations and machinery spaces of category A?
What is the requirement for stopping arrangements for power-ventilated accommodation spaces, cargo compartments, machinery spaces, service spaces and control stations (ships other than passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers)? (SOLAS II-2/16.10)
Must be capable of being stopped from an easily accessible position outside the space being served
To be remote by controlled from central fire control panel
Only manually operated stopping arrangement allowed
Automatic closure controlled by the ship's fixed fire-detection and alarm system
*For how long should a waterborne fire protected lifeboat be capable of protecting its full complement when subjected to a continuous oil fire enveloping it ?
*As a general rule, where are pressure containers for the gas of a fixed fire-extinguishing system stored?
In the space which is to be protected
Outside the space which is to be protected
In addition to personal equipment a fireman's outfit also comprise breathing apparatus and a fireproof lifeline. How many complete sets of fireman's outfit is to be carried by all ships? (SOLAS II-2/17.3)
OPA-90 is referring to a Qualified Individual (QI)
An individual certified by USCG to handle oil spills
QI is representing the USCG
QI is an authorised individual, situated in the US, and contracted by the owner or operator of the vessel
QI is the owner’s contingency leader
Severe pains in the chest occur when the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart, become too narrow for sufficient oxygenated blood to reach the muscles of the heart. Normally these attacks only last a few minutes, and the pain stops if the casualty rests. What kind of medicine to be taken when an Angina Pectoris attack occurs?
What is the purpose of the function "Anticlutter"sea on the radar?
Reduce disturbance from electrical equipment.
Give the meaning of the following symbol
CO2 portable fire extinguisher
Who should be informed first when receiving a distress signal from another ship/vessel?
The nearest coastal radio station
Two lines sent out and pretensioned equally have the same length, same breaking strength and same directional load. However, one is made of wire (which has a full load elastic elongation of about 1.5 % of its length) and the other made of nylon (which has a full load elongation of about 30 % of its length). If a sudden gust of wind increases the load on the lines, this increased load will be shared as follows:
Wire takes 55 % of the extra load. Rope takes 45 % of the extra load
By the wire and rope equally
Wire takes 45 % of the extra load. Rope takes 55 % of the extra load
Wire takes 95 % of the extra load. Rope takes 5 % of the extra load
What is the correct understanding of the term "a ship with good Directional Stability"?
A ship which when the rudder is left amidships, it will continue on approximately a straight course
A ship where the amount of positive transverse stability (GM) will vary with the direction of the ship's head.
A ship which will maintain its course unless large rudder angles are applied.
A ship which when a rudder angle is applied and the ship starts to swing, will continue to swing even after the rudder is returned to amidships
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.
In making VHF communication or test transmission you must:
Warn all ships in the vicinity
With DSC use, first broadcast the carrier wave for at least three seconds
First tap on the mike several times, but not more than 10 times
Identify yourself with your call sign and/or ship's name
The range of a VHF-set is mainly determined by:
the length of the antenna
the time in UTC, as regards propagation
Satellite communication is usually provided by :
Which class of emission is used for VHF radio telephony transmissions ?
How many maintenance methods must be provided by ships sailing in area A1 and A2
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
muster station to davit launched liferaft
*How many lifebuoys can you expect to find on board a cargo ship of 190 metres in length (including those of the quick-release system) ?
at least 8 distributed on both sides of the ship
at least 12 distributed on both sides of the ship
at least 14 distributed on both sides of the ship
at least 10 distributed on both sides of the ship
Which one of the listed requirements regarding inflatable liferafts corresponds to present regulations? Every liferaft shall be so constructed that:
in the event of capsizing it will automatically attain a position providing an above water escape
when floating in the inverted position it can be righted by one person
it's canopy has viewing ports in all directions
have at least two entrances
Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every rescue boat ?
watertight receptacles containing water for each person
a painter attached to the release device and placed at the forward end of the boat
one set of fishing tackle
Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every lifeboat ?
one life-jacket for each person
sea-charts and navigating equipment
What is the meaning of this symbol ?
Lower rescue boat to water
How much lifeboat capacity should be provided on a conventional cargo ship of more than 85 meters in length?
50% of the ships complement on each side
100% of the ships complement on each side
150% of the ships complement on each side
125% of the ships complement on each side
*Which of following items shall be included in an abandon ship drill?
Checking passenger's immersion suits
Checking the distress signal rockets and other distress signals
instruction in the use of radio life-saving appliances
Checking the lifeboat provisions and supplies
What are we seeing here?
A sailing vessel, at anchor.
A sailing vessel of less than 10 metres in length, displaying the mandatory combined lantern inlieu of sailing lights, seen head-on.
A sailing vessel less than 20 metres in length, displaying the optional combined lantern in lieu of standard sailing lights, seen head-on.
A sailing vessel, seen from astern, where the edges of her sidelights are both visible.
If a vessel is rolling heavily in a seaway and has negative GM and a small Angle of Loll, describe how the vessel will roll.
Roll unevenly flopping over between the Angle of Loll on each side.
Roll evenly either side of the upright position.
Roll evenly each side of the Angle of Loll.
Roll between the Angle of Loll on each side.
What is the punishment for any shipmaster who in distress or other danger abandons the ship without this being necessary?
Shall be liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding three years.
Shall be liable to fines or imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months.
Shall be liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year.
Shall be liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding two years.
On the figure there are four (4) possible definitions of the term "AIR DRAUGHT" given. Which one is the correct one?
Air draught is given by C on the figure
Air draught is given by D on the figure
Air draught is given by B on the figure
Air draught is given by A on the figure
Does OPA90 apply to vessels engaged in carrying liquefied gas?
Only if the carrier carry HC-products.
OPA90 apply to all ships.
OPA90 apply only to oil tankers.
OPA90 apply only to non-American flag vessel.
Which of the following are designated as "Special Areas" in respect of the control of the discharge of Noxious Liquid Substances under MARPOL?
The Mediterranean Sea, Baltic Sea, Black Sea, Red Sea, "Gulfs" Area, Gulf of Aden, Oman Area of the Arabian Sea, Southern South African Waters, Antarctic and North-West European Waters.
The Wider Caribbean Region including the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea, Southern South African Waters and North-West European Waters.
The Baltic Sea, the Black Sea and Antarctic.
Where do you find detailed information and specific technical requirements for life-saving appliances?
Life-Saving Apliance Code (LSA Code)
After washing cargo holds why are cargo residues often found on the tank top when hatches are opened at the load port?
Because the washing of cargo holds was not thorough
Because of poor drainage into the bilges
Because of cargo residues falling down due to ship’s vibrations during the ballast passage
Due to failure of the bilge eductors
Where do ships encounter pirates?
Ships encounter pirates off the Indian coastline
Ships encounter pirates off West Africa
Ships encounter pirates in the North Pacific ocean
Ships encounter pirates in the South Atlantic ocean
Indicate the correct name for the part marked on the sketch:
Which type of reliquefaction plant can have the cooling coil placed directly in the vapour space of the cargo tank?
The single-stage direct cycle reliquefaction plant.
The two-stage direct cycle reliquefaction plant.
One type of the indirect cycle reliquefaction plants.
The cascade direct cycle reliquefaction plant.
What is the expected state of the refrigerant immediately before the expansion valve in a vapour - compression refrigeration system?
A conventional reefer vessel is fitted with hydraulically operated hatches in the 'tween decks. Complete the following statement from the options given. "Careful maintenance of the hydraulic system is important….
..to ensure that the lids can be opened fully and secured.
..to ensure that the hatch lids operate at the correct speed.
..to ensure that there are no oil leaks which may contaminate the cargo.
..to ensure that the planned maintenance system is up to date.
What must be ensured at the commencement of cargo operations, on a general cargo vessel?
That all fire dampers serving the cargo holds, are closed
That all fire dampers serving the cargo holds, are open
That the carbon dioxide gas lines to each cargo hold contain a small amount of moisture
That the carbon dioxide gas lines to each cargo hold are clear
According to ISGOTT, flue gas that is produced by the burning of a fuel oil that has a high sulphur content will typically contain which of the following amounts of sulphur dioxide?
Which of the following is most likely to influence changes to emergency plans and procedures?
The safety requirements of the USCG
The design and layout of the ship
When preparing a cargo tank on a liquefied gas carrier for loading cargo following inspection of the tank a number of different steps are required. What is the first step required after such an inspection?
What is the potential effect on a steam boiler of having calcium based compounds present in boiler water and proper water treatment is not carried out?
It will cause corrosion and scale deposits in the boiler..
It will form passive layers on the metal surfaces in the boiler..
It will reduce the TDS in the boiler..
No negative effects are likely.
What name is given to the flat, flexible, round-tipped knife, used to remove baked food from trays and for spreading fillings?
What is the main fire fighting medium for tank deck on gas and chemical carriers?
There is not any main medium for tank deck fire fighting on gas and chemical carriers
Foam is the main medium for tank deck fire fighting on gas and chemical carriers
Freshwater is the main medium for tank deck fire fighting on gas and chemical carriers
Chemical powder is the main medium for tank deck fire fighting on gas and chemical carriers
Which of these tasks are performed as part of the SSA?
Implement measures to address weaknesses in ship security.
Train shipboard personnel in their security duties.
Assess the likelihood and potential consequences of security incidents.
Assign security duties to ship personnel.
You are on a power driven vessel underway in open water. This vessel is sighted directly ahead. The distance is closing slowly. What action will you take under the International Collision Regulations and why?
This is a vessel engaged in towing and I am seeing the stern light of the tow. The tug is not however showing any lights indicating she is restricted in her ability to manoeuvre. I will however display good seamanship and keep out of her way.
I will keep out of her way. I am the overtaking vessel and am obliged to keep clear under rule 13.
I will maintain my course and speed. The other vessel is being overtaken and is therefore obliged to keep out of the way by rule 13.
The vessel is on a steady bearing and the distance is closing. I will therefore take avoiding action, altering course to starboard and sounding one short blast under rules 14 and 16.
If a cargo has a literweight 0f 1.5 kg/l at 15° and a correction factor of 0,001, what is the literweight at 20° C ?
During the hose testing of hatch covers what is the maximum distance from which a jet of water must be directed onto each part of every hatch cover joint?
Who is normally deciding which search pattern to use?
From the options given, select the type of cleaner that is most suitable for washing down a refrigerated cargo space.
A cleaner which contains a powerful bleaching agent.
A cleaner which has a fresh smell such as the smell of pine.
A cleaner containing a powder scouring agent.
Why is a vessel entering dry dock normally slightly trimmed by stern?
To minimise the loss of stability.
To position the vessel easily over the blocks.
To allow drainage of water off the docks.
To allow better manoeuvring when entering into the dry-dock.
Which of the following contain gluten?
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
What is a "ladle"?
Part of a Steward's uniform.
A Mediterranean vegetable.
What is a "Bollard"?
A Bollard is a very heavy rope
A Bollard is a rope made up of several strands
A Bollard is a thick steel post to which mooring lines are secured
A Bollard is a loop in a rope
What determines the size of the "sump" in a chemical tanker's cargo tank?
It must be below 1/3000th of the total volume of the tank.
The foot of the pump must fit inside it with a minimum of 20 cm clearance all round from the pump casing.
When combined with the estimated residues on the bulkheads and in the associated pipelines, the quantity of residues remaining in the sump must be below the maximum quantity remaining after discharge as permitted by law.
The flow of residues into the sump must be greater than or equal to the pumping capacity of the pump when operated at stripping speed (calculated as 12% of nominal speed against 3 bar head pressure), with not more than 1.5 degrees adverse list or 0.1 degree trim.
Furniture in stairways and corridors shall be kept to a minimum on board passenger ships, why?
Escape routes must be clear of obstructions and also due to fire protection
It is not allowed to sit in stairways and corridors
Passengers will most probably sleep in stairways and corridors if they are furnished
What do you understand by: Rig the accommodation ladder in combination with the pilot ladder?
Rig the accommodation ladder in combination with the pilot ladder means: lower the gangway and rig the pilot ladder from the gangway
Rig the accommodation ladder in combination with the pilot ladder means: lower the accommodation ladder and rig the pilot ladder right next to it
Rig the accommodation ladder in combination with the pilot ladder means: lower the gangway
Rig the accommodation ladder in combination with the pilot ladder means: lower the gangway and rig the pilot ladder forward of the accommodation
A vessel is carrying a refrigerated cargo under controlled atmosphere (CA). From the options given, select the most appropriate degree of opening of the air change vents when operating CA.
You are about to commence tank-cleaning after discharging a cargo of Olefins. What should happen with "ball" type valves in the pipeline system during cleaning?
They should be operated (opened and closed) to ensure all surfaces are flushed and drain plugs should be temporarily removed.
They should remain fully open throughout to ensure washing water does not back up against the valve.
The bolts in the flanges either side of such valves should be slackened off to ensure residues are flushed clear of the surfaces of the valve casing.
They should only be opened when it is necessary to discharge washing water.
What governs the disposal of dry bulk cargo residues at sea?
The Code of Safe Practice for Solid Bulk Cargoes
What is of utmost concern during a loaded passage in winter across the North Atlantic
The added weight of icing on container stacks
Temperature differential between air and seawater, that may affect the shell plating
While getting tools ready and preparing for overhaul work on the main engine the engine room rating notices that the electrical extension is damaged. A small section of the cables outer insulation is split although the inner insulation appears ok. What action should the rating take?
Carry on using the extension after wrapping insulation tape over the damaged section as it is only minor damage.
Just use the extension as it is since the damage is only to the outer insulation and the inner insulation appears ok.
Cut off the end of the cable including the damaged section and refit the plug to the end of the remaining cable before using the extension.
Label the damaged extension as unfit for use and return it to the store for testing and get a replacement extension.
Debriefing of an emergency drill:
focuses attention on the debriefer's feedback
expands the experience of all personnel
encourages crewmembers to focus on their duties
is most effective when held at a safety meeting
A thermistor which provides feedback for a thermal control system is suspected to have failed. Assuming there is no available replacement, which of the following methods may be used to prove it has failed?
Connect a mV source in parallel with the thermocouple connections.
Connect a mA source in parallel with the thermocouple connections.
Disconnect the thermocouple lead from the conttroller and replace with a mA source.
Disconnect the thermocouple lead from the controller and replace with a mV source.
What is the name by which the regulations which prevent and control pollution from ships are known?
The International Shipping Pollution Laws.
A ship is sub-divided by thermal and structural boundaries to:
Contain and extinct any fire in the space of origin
Divide the officers and crew living quarters
Separate the air conditioned and non air conditioned spaces in the accomodation
Separate crew living quarters from machinery spaces
Hydrocarbons belongs to a chemical group named:?
After starting a freon compressor, how long should you wait before opening the oil separator return valve?
Open the valve immediately.
After the separator shell has warmed up.
What information is required on passengers prior to departure?
All persons on board shall be counted and details of persons who have declared a need for special care or assistance in emergency situations shall be recorded and communicated to the Master
The safety officer shall count the number of passengers
Details and number of persons who have declared a need for special care or assistance in emergency situations shall be recorded and communicated to the Master
It is sufficient to count the number of passengers prior to departure
What English name is given to a sauce or relish made of chopped fruit and vegetables with spices and herbs, commonly used as a complement to cold meats?
Which is the preferred state to have the main turbine in while shutdown for a short stay in port?
Left with autospin operating to give periodic turning.
Gland steam left on to keep the rotor and casing warm and with turning gear switched off but engaged to 'lock' the rotor in position.
Turning with the turning gear and gland steam on.
All steam shut off with turning gear switched off but engaged to 'lock' the rotor in position.
With regard to radar, what would be a correct form of response to the question: What range scale are you using?
The correct form of response would be: "I am using the 12 mile range scale"
The correct form of response would be: "I am using the 3 cm radar"
The correct form of response would be: "I am using the largest range scale"
The correct form of response would be: "I am using the 10 cm radar"
What does the term 'stoichiometric mixture' mean when used in relation to combustion of hydrocarbon fuels?
A ideal mixture of fuel and air in which all of the fuel in the mixture is consumed during combustion.
An ideal mixture of fuel and air in which all of the fuel in the mixture is consumed during combustion with a minimum of excess air.
An ideal mixture of fuel and air in which all of the fuel and oxygen in the mixture are consumed during combustion.
A ideal mixture of fuel and air in which all of the oxygen in the air in the mixture is consumed during combustion.
Which of the following policies will best prevent germs and contamination being introduced into the galley area?
Post a notice outside the galley asking people to wash their hands before entering the galley area.
Require personnel from other departments to be checked by a member of the galley staff before allowing them to enter.
Prohibit unauthorised persons from the galley area when food is being prepared or served.
Prohibit unauthorised persons from the galley area at all times.
Large bulk carriers are more likely to suffer from cracks in structure in which of the following parts of the vessel?
In number 1 and number 2 holds
Around hatch corners and upper ballast tanks amidships
On bottom plating in the after part of the vessel
During a stay in port, what shall always be ready at the gangway?
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.
Which of the following pump types is not considered to be self priming?
What is the term used to refer to the valve that prevents backflow of water from the boiler to the feed water system?
Passenger ships shall either carry automatically self-righting liferafts or canopied reversible liferafts. What does it mean that a liferaft is automatically self-righting?
The liferaft will automatically turn back into an upright position when it is fully loaded with people
One person can manage to turn the liferaft back into an upright position
It means the same as self-righting lifeboats
The liferaft will automatically turn back into an upright position when it is empty of people
You are in charge of discharging and crude oil washing a crude oil carrier. What is the maximum allowed oxygen level in a tank during crude oil washing? (IMO Reg)
You are in charge of loading a product tanker equipped with segregated ballast tanks, SBT.How can you find out if there is a leakage between the cargo and ballast system?
Use the Oil Discharge Monitoring Equipment (ODME)
Use an oil/water interface detector
Check the surface of the ballast for oil after the ballast tanks have been filled
Check the cargo tanks for water prior to loading
On a crude oil tanker what precaution, if any, should be taken when using the slop tank as the source of oil supply for crude oil washing, to prevent the possibility of an electric charge being built up?
Providing the tank being washed has an oxygen content of less than 5% no additional precautions are necessary.
Discharge the slop tank completely first then refill it from a cargo tank from which a layer of 1metre has already been discharged.
Discharge a layer of at least 1metre from the tank before using it for COW.
Discharge a layer of at least 2 metre from the tank before using it for COW.
Inert gas should be supplied with an oxygen content of less than: