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As regards the launching and recovery arrangements for rescue boats which is required among the following?
Launching shall be possible at the ship's headway speed up to 8 knots in heavy weather
The release mechanism shall be of an automatic type approved by the flag state Administration
Rapid recovery shall be possible with the boat's full complement of persons and equipment
Embarkation and launching arrangement shall be such that the rescue boat can be boarded and launched in less than 10 minutes
Which one of the following combustible materials involves a " class A " fire ?
Why do we have to have an International Shorecoupling onboard? To be able to ...
Connect the firelines ship/shore
Connect sloplines ship/shore
Connect the cargohoses to shore
Connect the bunkerhoses to ship/shore
On a fire patrol at night you see smoke coming from a closed cabin door. What action should you take first?
Activate the nearest fire alarm button and advise bridge of the location of the fire.
Take a look inside the cabin to see what the situation is.
Get the nearest fire extinguisher and then open the door to see what the situation is.
As most people are sleeping, call a friend and ask him to assist in putting out the fire.
*How many sources of power must a fire detection and fire alarm system be provided with?
At least two, one of which being a dedicated accumulator battery
At least three, one of which being a dedicated accumulator battery
What is the main advantage of a Positive Pressure Breathing apparatus?
The positive pressure makes it easier to breath when working hard.
It is less complicated and cheaper than the demand type BA set.
It ensures a constant supply of air.
If the face mask has a leak toxic fumes/smoke would still not enter the mask.
Which of the following types of fire extinguishers must be found in an engine room containing an internal combustion engine ?
All of the mentioned must be provided
At least one set of portable air-foam equipment
A sufficient number of foam type fire extinguisher of at least 45 litre capacity (or equivalent)
At least two portable foam extinguishers (or equivalent)
What is the capacity of the required portable fluid extinguishers
Not more than 13,5 litres and not less than 9 litres
Not more than 20 litres and not less than 12 litres
What is the main advantage of a positive pressure breathing apparatus?
It is less complicated and cheaper than a breathing apparatus of the demand type
It ensures a constant supply of air
The positive pressure makes it easier to breathe when working hard
If the face mask has a leak toxic fumes/smoke would still not enter the mask
What are the criteria that it must be automatic fire detection onboard a ship with heat/ smoke detectors and audio alarm?
All ships that is covered by the IMO safety conventions
All ships that are built after 1986
It is the owners option to have fire detection onboard
All ships that are built on or after 1986 in accordance with local rule and regulations
*Besides the official language of registration, what language is used in the fire control plans and booklets?
If circumstances permit, how should low expansion foam be applied to oil burning in the bilges of the engine room?
The foam should be directed towards the bulkhead behind the fire and allowed to spread out slowly over the fire
The foam should be applied to the centre of the fire
The foam should be directed at about 45 degrees upwards so that it can drop onto the fire
The applicator should be used in a sweeping motion to spread the foam over the surface
In the fire fighting of fires of a type C with dry chemical powder extinguishers, the application is performed
as soon as possible, to any point of the fire and in intermittent manner
the chemical powder doesn-t extinguish type C fires
in a continuous way so that the powder spray is in the same direction as the one of the flame
across the flame, sweeping it
By a vessel in distress a SART is used. This SART is seen on the screen of a:
To find Methylene Bromide in the IBC/BCH code, what do you need to look up on ?
The ABC-rules are an important part of the First Aiders know how. What does the First Aid ABC-rules stands for?
Airway Breathing Circulation
Anything But Continuation
What is definition on clean water?
Water with less than 15 ppm vitiation of oil
There isn’t any definition on clean water
Water with less than 45 ppm vitiation of oil
Water with less than 1 % vitiation of oil
Who is responsible for maintaining the vessel's structural strength?
The flag state administration.
The classification society.
Give the meaning of the following symbol
How do you consider the indicated speed for berthing?
It is up to the pilot to decide
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
location of embarkation ladder
lower embarkation ladder to water
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
muster station for families only
muster station for unaccompanied minors (UM)
You are starting to get low on water in the lifeboat. What should you do?
Mix sea water with 50% fresh water
*Which one of the given requirements regarding manning and supervision of survival craft corresponds to the SOLAS regulation?
Every lifeboat required to carry radio telegraph installation shall have a deck officer capable of operating the equipment assigned
There shall be at least 5 trained persons on board, mustering and assisting untrained persons
A deck officer or certificated person shall be placed in charge of each survival craft to be used
Every motorised survival craft shall have a certificated engineer assigned
*Give the meaning of the following symbol
Close rescue boat ventilation aperture
Secure liferaft canopy closing device
Secure doors in the ship's side plating
How much water would you allow per person as officer in charge of the lifeboat, following an abandon ship operation?
1litre immediately, followed by ? litre, if possible, per day (more in the tropics)
Nothing for the first 48 hours, then 1/4 litre, if possible, per day (more in the tropics)
Nothing for the first 24 hours, then 1 litre or more if possible per day (more in the tropics)
Nothing for the first 24 hours, then ? litre or more, if possible, per day (more in the tropics)
*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 the general cargo stowage requirements for cashew nut shell liquid in drums?
Stow away from foodstuffs
Stow away from paper products
You are the Officer on Watch on an oil tanker during a discharging operation. An alarm on the Inert Gas Plant indicates that no inert gas is being supplied to replace the discharging cargo. What will you do?
Continue discharging with the cargo pumps running at minimum speed.
Slow down and relieve the vacuum by opening the tanks lids.
Immediately stop the discharging.
Activate the inert fans and blow fresh air into the cargo tanks.
Fluctuation of high temperatures in a boiler furnace can lead to refractory lining failure in which the surface of the firebrick breaks away in layers. What is the term used to describe this type of failure.for this?
Which plan shows the position of the vertical and longitudinal centres of gravity for each cargo compartment on a Bulk Carrier?
What would be a typical setting for the overspeed trip to operate and shut down the engine on a medium speed diesel engine?
1% above engine rated speed
25% above engine rated speed
15% above engine rated speed
5% above engine rated speed
In a series installation of a purifier and a clarifier, what is the purpose of the clarifier
As a safety net, for improved cleaning of the fuel oil
You will probably have less alarms
In case the gravity disc is too small
To get round the problem of fluctuating temperature
What could result from carrying coal with a high sulphur content on a Bulk Carrier?
Evolution of methane gases
A possible shift of cargo
Corrosion of steelwork in the cargo holds if the cargo becomes wet
On a bulk carrier at the completion of loading and before closing hatch covers what must be done to track ways?
Track ways swept and checked clear of obstructions
When opening hatch covers on a General Cargo vessel, what would indicate that there was ingress of water into the cargo holds during the voyage?
Evenly-distributed rust spots around the cargo hold
Evenly-distributed rust spots on cargo
Bright rust streaks on hatch coamings
When securing a non-standardized portable tank on a RoRo vessel, what is a favourable securing angle that will prevent it from transverse sliding?
What is the correct location or working station for the deck watchman during cargo operations on an oil tanker?
In the cargo control room.
Available somewhere on the weather deck only.
Standing by in the crew mess.
On the cargo tank deck at all times.
Which of the following is considered as a possible source of ingress of seawater into the cargo holds?
Hatch covers and coamings
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
Cargo residues of certain chemical substances are permitted to be removed by ventilation. What criteria is applied in determining if a cargo can be cleaned in this way? (Always accepting that local port authorities may have over-riding regulations on ventilation).
That the cargo discharged has a vapour expansion coefficient of at least 1.025.
That the cargo discharged has a vapour pressure greater than 5 KPa at 20 degrees Celsius.
That the vessel's ventilation system is capable of delivering a minimum of 20 changes of atmosphere per hour within the compartment.
That the volume of the tank does not exceed 1750 cubic metres, that the maximum remaining residues are less than 75 litres and that ventilation is additionally possible directly down the pumpstack.
Which of the following detectors will you choose for detecting smoke from fire?
What is the meaning of the term "Steady as she goes" when acting as helmsman?
Reduce the number of helm movements used when steeriing a set course
Try to reduce the continuous swinging either side of the course when steering a compass course.
Keep the applied rudder constant until the next helm order.
While altering the ships head, the instruction "steady as she goes" means reduce the ships swing as rapidly as possible and steady on present course
During an unmanned period on a UMS vessel the "low water level" alarm for the jacket cooling water system expansion tank activates. What action would you take as duty engineer?
Answer the alarm and adjust the alarm set point for the water level in the expansion tank before resuming unmanned operation.
Answer the alarm then block the alarm function for later action and resume unmanned operation.
Answer the alarm then block the alarm and change to manned engineroom condition.
Answer the alarm, top up the tank and check the system for leakage before resuming unmanned operation.
Modern medium speed diesel engines normally have relatively short crankshafts with large diameter pins. How do these design features affect the reliability of crankshaft deflection readings?
The design of the crankshaft has very little effect on the readings when compared to the inaccuracies that arise due to human error.
Very short, stiff crankshafts do not deflect even when the engine is running so the readings are unaffected.
They increase the risk of inaccurate readings due to the 'stiff' shaft having very small natural sag which may therefore result in 'floating journals' in the static condition.
They reduce the risk of inaccurate readings as the large diameter pins result in a relatively heavy shaft which will reduce the risk of 'floating journals'.
If a cargo is heated, which of the following happens?
Its weight does not change, but its volume increases - it expands.
Its volume does not change, but its weight decreases - it gets lighter.
Its weight does not change, but its volume decreases - it contracts.
Its volume does not change, but its weight increases - it gets heavier.
A cargo of steel swarf and borings (waste steel material from industrial processes) carried on a Bulk Carrier, is particularly liable to what?
Cargo sweat and reduced c carbon dioxide levels
A rise in methane gas levels
Production of carbon monoxide and oxygen
Oxygen depletion in the cargo space and self-heating of the cargo
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "CENTRE LINE" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Centre line is given by D on the figure
Centre line is given by B on the figure
Centre line is given by A on the figure
Centre line is given by C on the figure
This circuit is widely used for rectification of AC into DC. Which of the diagrams is correct for the out- put voltage when the input voltage is sine-shaped as shown?
A 3-phase induction motor is rated at 200 A Full loadline current. Its initial direct- on-line starting current will be approximately:
What is ‘Standardized Cargo’?
Cargo for which the ship is provided with an approved securing system
Cargo that is shipped in standard dimensions
You have been tank-cleaning at sea and are about to arrive in port and go alongside the terminal for loading several grades of chemicals. Many of the lines (headers) have been open for drying and inspection, but will not be required for this particular operation. What should you do with them?
Fit and secure a blank flange to every line that is not required.
Leave the blank flanges off, but hang a label over each line that will not be required, stating "not to be used this port".
Leave the lines open, but tie-off (or otherwise secure) the manifold valves so that they can not be operated by accident.
Leave the lines open to prevent condensation building up inside.
Which statement is correct for a fire door class "A-60"?
Class "A-60" fire doors shall prevent the passage of smoke and flame and the average temperature of the unexposed side shall not rise more than 180 degrees Celsius within 60 minutes
Class "A-60" fire doors shall be capable of preventing the passage of flame for minimum 60 minutes
Class "A-60" fire doors must be closed within 60 seconds
It is a requirement to keep class "A-60" fire doors closed for minimum 60 minutes
What would be the most probable cause of the exhaust gas temperature from one cylinder of a diesel engine being lower than normal?
The opening pressure for the injection valve for the cylinder is set too high.
There is air in the fuel oil system.
The intake filter for turbo charger is partly fouled.
The camshaft chain is too slack.
From the options given, select the main reason why conventional mercury thermometers should not be used for taking pulp readings of a fruit cargo on a reefer vessel.
This type of thermometer is not sufficiently accurate.
This type of thermometer is difficult to calibrate.
This type of thermometer is not sufficiently portable.
The mercury may contaminate the fruit if the thermometer is broken while taking the readings.
What is the purpose of a hatch cover ventilator grill on a General Cargo vessel?
To act as a strength member inside the ventilation shaft
To prevent the ventilator fans from damage
To prevent moisture from entering the hold
To prevent sparks entering the cargo hold
A lubricating oil having a high viscosity index number would normally be used in which of the following situations?
When the machinery operates at a very high temperature.
When the machinery operates at a high load.
When the machinery operates at a very low temperature.
When the machinery operates over a wide temperature range.
This resistor has the value of 68 k ohm. Which colour code should be marked on the rings (assume ring d is the tolerance ring)?
a. red b. black c. yellow
a. blue b. grey c. orange
a. black b. red c. orange
a. violet b. green c. yellow
What is the purpose of the IGC code?
The purpose of the IGC code is to provide an standard for safe carriage of liquefied gases in bulk
The purpose of the IGC code is to protect the oil companies
The purpose of the IGC code is to provide an international standard for safe carriage of liquefied gases in bulk
The purpose of the IGC code is to provide safe carriage of liquefied gases in bulk
Why do we use stabilisers on passenger ships?
To adjust the trim of the vessel
To decrease the rolling angle of the vessel
To increase the intact stability
To decrease the dynamic stability
Modern large slow speed diesel engines operate with very efficient turbochargers. This has resulted in much later opening of the exhaust valve as less energy is needed to drive the turbocharger giving exhaust timing which is almost symmetrical about bottom dead centre. How has this affected the reversing operation of the engines?
It has no effect and the reversing requirements of the engine are still the same.
Only the air start distributor has to be repositioned prior to reversing the engine.
The engine can be reversed by simply repositioning the main camshaft.
Only the fuel and starting air timing needs to be changed to reverse the engine.
On a Container vessel, what should be done if a container with a damaged corner post is being loaded?
The container should be returned to shore immediately
A cargo damage report should be made for signing by stevedores
A log entry of the container number and stowage position should be made
A note should be made and the information handed over to the relieving watch keeper
What English term is given to the "growth" that develops on foodstuffs that have been imptoperly stored over a long period?
The image shows an arrangement of electronic components which is often used for a particular reason. What is this type of ciruit usually called?
How to determine when the cool down is complete?
When from compressor to vapour manifold reach - 25 C.
When temperature monitor or liquid level gauges show a liquid presence in the bottom of the tank.
When vapour from HD compressor reach - 40 C.
When outlet from spray header reach - 10 C.
What is the recommended method of identifying galley utensils, such as knives, chopping boards and containers, that are dedicated to the preparation of specific types of food?
All galley utensils can be used for the preparation of any foodstuffs, so there is no need to dedicate or identify them in any way.
By making only one person responsible for issuing all utensils and tools in the galley.
A standard colour coding system.
By storing them in individual drawers or lockers.
The compass binnacle on the ship has various specific functions, which of the following answers reflect its most important functions.
Provides a non-magnetic housing for the compass
All of the answers provided
Houses the soft iron correctors
Houses the corrective magnets
What are the three categories to which hazardous liquid chemicals are assigned under MARPOL Annex II?
During start up of a steam plant it is necessary to warm through the steam range prior to use. How should this warming through be carried out?
Open the bypass/warming through valve and then fully open the main stop valve over a period of two minutes to ensure the warming through is completed as quickly as possible.
Using the bypass/warming through line for the main stop valve and with all line drains open to ensure all condensate is removed.
With the line drains closed to avoid losing too much high quality water.
Crack open the main stop valve and keep the drains open.
The buoyancy forces upwards act at what part of the hull?
All over the underwater volume.
At the centre of gravity (G)
At the centre of buoyancy (B)
What is understood by the term "a Combination Carrier"?
A ship designed to carry either oil or solid bulk cargoes
A ship designed to carry bulk cargoes in alternate holds
A ship designed to carry all types of cargoes
The electric motor on one of your centrifugal pumps has for a period of time gradually been running at lower and lower Amp-load. The pump is still supplying water, but the pressure is reduced. Which of the below alternatives is probably the reason?
The pump is running at lower speed due to short circuit in the electric motor.
Inner diameter of impeller is bigger due to cavitations, or outer diameter reduced by erosion.
The pump has been more effective because the suction strainer has been removed.
The pump has suction from many places at the same time.
The water cooling space on the turbocharger is damaged and you have no spares. The cooling water must be closed. Which steps would you take to ensure least possible damage?
Make no modifications, but tell the duty engineer to pay special attention for abnormalities
Run the engine at a lower speed
Cool the turbocharger by means of air.
Dismantle the rotor and assemble the sealing plate
The Threshold Limit Value (TLV) refers to as parts to million (PPM) by volume of gas in air. What does the time weighted average of ppm indicates?
The average of exposure to a toxic substance per day.
The maximum exposure to a toxic substance per 8 hours working day.
The maximum exposure to a toxic substance per day.
The average exposure to a toxic substance per 8 hours working day.
What section of the Crew Agreement contains the “Contractual clauses”?
What necessary precautions should be taken before entering a tank or an enclosed space?
Use a breathing apparatus if the oxygen level is below 21%
Remember to have a colleague standing by to assist you if any problems
Bring a flashlight and put on safety shoes
Make sure that the tank/ enclosed space is gas free, ventilated and the oxygen content is measured. O2 content shall be 21% before entering the tank/ enclosed space
LNG carriers are usually designated as Type 2G vessels according to the IMO IGC code. In relation to the 'Ship's Survival Capability' what is the level of preventative measure for cargo escape required for this type of vessel according to the Code?
Maximum preventative measures.
Minimum preventative measures
Moderate preventative measures.
Significant preventative measures
The economizer is used for
Desuperheating of the steam
Heating of the feed-water
Lower the superheater temperature
On the air compressor's crankcase there is a small valve that lets off overpressure. What do we have to do if this valve is letting off pressure and oil moisture ?
Check the clearance in the bearings.
Increase the flow of cooling water.
Overhaul the compressor unit.
Block the valve because it pollutes the engine room (block off the valve).
When disconnecting the cargo hose after discharging, some oil is drained into the drip-tray under the manifold which already contains a small amount of dirty water. What is the correct way to dispose of this oil?
Drain it to a cargo tank.
Mix in an appropriate quanoity of dispersant chemicals and drain it overboard when in open water.
Drain it overboard when the vessel is 50 nautical miles off the coast.
Transfer it to the sloptank and later discharge it to a reception facility.
Which Security Levels requires the highest security alert?
When will a hatch pontoon’s side cleat need replacement?
When the cleat retainer is rusty
When the rubber washer is compressed and hardened
When the cleat retainer is distorted
When the cleat has sprung open at sea
What is the definition of sludge control?
The cargo tanks are to be washed that often so recidues do not accumulate in large quantities.
The sludge is controlled by use of special instruments.
This is done in port by a special sludge control squad.
Visual control of the sludge.
Some new maintenance routines are being planned and a risk assessment is necessary so that the required procedures can be entered into the ship's Safety Management manual. Which of the following should be the first step in this risk assessment process?
Identify the safety precautions that may be necessary to prevent injury or harm to personnel carrying out the routines.
Identify who may be harmed or injured in carrying out the maintenance routines.
Identify the hazards that may exist which may affect personnel involved with the maintenance routines.
Identify how much it will cost to implement the necessary precautions to prevent injury to personnel.
On a RoRo vessel, when checking cargo lashings during the voyage what must duty crew members pay special attention to?
The number of lashings per cargo unit
The tightness of lashings per cargo unit
The type of cargo lashing materials
Which type temperature sensors are shown on this picture?
When cross-flooding arrangements to correct unsymmetrical flooding and excessive heel angels in damaged condition are installed in passenger ships, what is the maximum angle of heel after flooding but before equalization?
What special design feature is attributed to pure car carriers?
A small GM when fully loaded
A very large windage area
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "ROLLER FAIRLEAD" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Roller fairlead is given by D on the figure
Roller fairlead is given by C on the figure
Roller fairlead is given by A on the figure
Roller fairlead is given by B on the figure
What is the objective of the international merchant fleet?
To transport and deliver goods as quickly as possible
To meet the requirements of goods to be transported
To earn money for the shipowners
To accommodate the seafarers- need for employment.