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Which one of the listed requirements regarding the stowage of rescue boats corresponds to present SOLAS regulations. Rescue boats shall be *stowed:
Wherever space is available
In a state of readiness for launching in not more than two minutes
Stowed in a dedicated and covered area
So that neither the rescue boat nor its launching arrangements will interfere with any survival craft at any other launching station
Which one of the listed requirements regarding the launching and recovery arrangements for rescue boats corresponds to present SOLAS regulations?
Launching shall be possible at the ship's headway speed up to 5 knots in heavy weather.
The release mechanism shall be of an automatic type approved by the flag state Administration.
Embarkation and launching arrangement shall be such that the rescue boat can be boarded and launched in less than 5 minutes.
Rapid recovery shall be possible with the boat's full complement of persons and equipment.
A lifejacket or immersion suit light has a luminous intensity of, and is capable of working at minimum for a period of:
2 candelas (about 1,7 mile range at normal meteorological sight), 8 hours
2 candelas (about 1,7 mile range at normal meteorological sight), 4 hours
0,75 candelas (about 0,6 mile range at normal meteorological sight), 8 hours
0,75 candelas (about 0,6 mile range at normal meteorological sight), 4 hours
A lifebuoy light is capable of working at minimum for a period of, and has a luminous intensity of:
4 h, 1 candela (about 1,0 mile range at normal meteorological sight)
2 h, 2 candelas (about 1,7 mile range at normal meteorological sight)
4 h, 2 candelas (about 1,7 mile range at normal meteorological sight
2 h, 1 candela (about 1,0 mile range at normal meteorological sight)
*Is it compulsory for a cargo ship to be divided into main vertical zones?
Yes, it is, but they need not be bounded by class "A-60" bulkheads
It depends on the gross tonnage of the vessel
What is the name given to a devastating explosion that may occur when a rigid container containing a liquefied gas is exposed to a very high *temperature?
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.
*B Class divisions in ships are constructed so that they are capable of preventing the passage of flame to the end of a standard fire test held for:
*Which of the following preventive actions are required by the International Maritime Dangerous Guide Code?
Actions relating to the classification of the dangerous goods
Actions realting to the segregation of the dangerous goods
All these actions are required
Actions relating to the packing of the dangerous goods
In pumprooms and pipe tunnels "flameproof" electric light fittings are generally fitted. This means that:
Gas may enter, but even if an explosion takes place the fittings is so strong that the explosion will be contained within it and will not be blow out?
Even if fire occurs, it will not consume the fitting?
The electrical supply will disconnect automatically in cases of fire?
The fitting is completely gastight and no gas can enter into contact with the bulb and electric connections?
Fixed pressure water-spraying fire-extinguishing systems are widely employed in all kinds of vessels, mainly passenger ships and ro-ro ships, with a high degree of success. The aim of these systems is to put out a fire but they may also be very useful even if they only ensure
the control of temperatures of surrounding areas
the structural protection of the vessel
the confinement of a fire
*When should a crew member joining a ship for the first time be given some training and instructions in the use of the ship's fire-fighting appliances ?
As soon as possible but not later than 24 hours after he joins the ship
As soon as possible but not later than 2 weeks after he joins the ship
As soon as possible but not later than 2 days after he joins the ship
Which element must be removed to extinguish a fire?
Either of the mentioned elements
At the and of a radio telex-connection, when a ‘store and forward' –message has been transmitted, the coast-station at least gives a:
Time (in UTC) whereupon the telex for the subscriber is delivered.
Approximate time when telex will be delivered
Code in letters which will be repeated when the telex has been delivered to the subscriber
Select the correct send and receive frequencies for sending a DSC ‘distress alert’ in the MF band:
TX: 2189.5 kHz RX: 2177.0 kHz
TX: 500.0 KHz RX: 518.0 KHz
TX: 2187.5 kHz RX: 2187.5 kHz
TX: 2177.0 kHz RX: 2177.0 kHz
Can a nitrogen blanket be maintained on a cargo containing an inhibitor which is "oxygen dependent"?
No, if this is done the lifetime of the inhibitor will rapidly expire.
Yes, provided the blanket only reduces the oxygen content in the ullage space to a minimum of 8% oxygen, which will still be enough for the inhibitor to function properly.
When cleaning cargo tanks with portable machines, how is the machine grounded?
The water jets impinging on the vessel-s structure form a pathway to ground.
Bonding wires are secured from the machine to a convenient location on deck.
The water supply hoses contain internal wires that act as conductors
The machines must maintain physical contact with the deck at the Butterworth opening.
How can a new officer, just boarding a ship, ensure that he knows the location and operation of all navigational and safety equipment and take account of the operating limitations of such equipment?
By using the equipment on regular watchkeeping duties
By following the standard company Induction procedures for a bridge watchkeeping officer
By asking other officers and practicing with the use of the equipment
The certificate of competency will ensure the officer has suitable competence in operating the bridge equipment
The bridge wheelman has not reported for duty and there is a suspected "Man Overboard" situation on your vessel. The ship has been searched and there is one seaman missing? The vessel turns round and retraces the course back, calling for assistance from other vessels in the vicinity. What should be the focal point for any search pattern to be established?
The focus of the search should be from the present position as he probably went overboard when proceeding to the bridge for his watch.
Determine when the seaman was last sighted and concentrate the search round the course line between the last sighting and present position, taking into account any prevailing current.
The last sighted position should be the focal point of any search pattern and all ships should keep a good lookout in that vicinity, moving outwards to the present position.
Determine the drift and leeway of own ship and take this deviation from track into account on the return course. The search should focus around this return track back to the last sighted position
You are drifting in open sea with a loaded VLCC, and you observe that the drift is SSE. Will the drift direction be the same for ballast condition?
In ballast condition the drift will be more to the east
No, drifting in ballast condition may be quite different
Loaded or ballast conditions have no effect on the drift
When connecting a tugboat, what speed do you think is best for your vessel to maintain during this operation?
A tug may be connected at any convenient speed
The speed should be less than 5 knots, normally 3 - 5 knots
The speed should be more than 7 knots
It is best to stop the vessel completely before connecting
Consider the situation sketched below. How will you distribute the power of the tugs when you want to move the ship sideways without any yaw?
Equal power on both tugs while checking the gyro
Full power on the aft tug, reduce on the forward tug
Full power on the aft tug, stop on the forward tug
Full power on the forward tug, the stern tug should hold back
*On-board training in the use of davit-launched liferafts (including inflation and lowering whenever practicable) must take place
An alarm signal consisting of seven short blast followed by one prolonged blast is sounded by the ship's whistle and alarm bells. What are you to do?
Report on the bridge (deck crew) or engine room (engine crew) for further orders
Go to your lifeboat station
Go to (or remain in) your cabin and await further orders
For how long should a tank be ventilated when people are working inside?
For as long as it is deemed necessary by the chief officer.
Until the tank is gas free.
For as long as people are working in the tank.
Which electronic component does this graphical symbol represent?
Silicon controlled rectifier
What is the most likely reason for vibration and noise at the suction side of a centrifugal pump when it is running?
Pump suction valve fully open.
Water hammer in the pump casing.
Fluid friction in the suction line.
Collapsing vapour bubbles due to cavitation.
The crane on a General Cargo Ship is designed for Grab Service with a hoisting load of 16 tonnes including grab weight. Grab weight: 8 tons, Grab cubic: 10 m3. You are going to discharge a cargo of dry minerals having a stowage factor of between 0.7 - 0
What would indicate that the cargo holds are not properly sealed?
When dew point temperatures inside cargo holds are the same as when the cargoes were loaded
When dew point temperatures inside cargo holds remain the same despite cargo hold ventilation
When dew point temperatures inside and outside the cargo holds are closely matched
When dew point temperatures inside and outside the cargo holds are substantially different
The speed of ship's generator is regulated by the governor. A 10% reduction in generator speed occurs due to a faulty governor. The likely consequence for all motors powered from this generator is to:
Increase motor speed by about 10%
Reduce motor volt drop by about 10%
Increase motor power by about 10%
Reduce motor speed by about 10%
What should not be done when a container of liquid ammonia is on fire?
Cool the container with water
Use a dry chemical fire extinguisher or carbon dioxide gas
Use self-contained breathing apparatus
On the figure there are four possible definitions of the term "STARBOARD BOW" given. Which one is the correct one?
Starboard bow is given by D on the figure
Starboard bow is given by C on the figure
Starboard bow is given by B on the figure
Starboard bow is given by A on the figure
Before leaving the machinery spaces of a UMS vessel whose engine room is protected by a fixed CO2 installation, should the duty engineer:
Ensure all doors are in closed position.
Lock all of the entry exit doors to prevent entry by unauthorised personnel.
Hook the main entry/exit doors in the open position to speed up entry in the event of an alarm.
Leave the doors in whatever position they are in.
On a cellular container vessel, what would make a cargo hold not ready to accept containers?
Indented tank top plating
What is the best method to use to remove heavy scale and fouling from the plates of a heat exchanger?
Use wire-brush, metal scrapers and chipping guns.
Use high-pressure cleaner with abrasive additives.
Soak the plates in a recommended cleaning solution and then use a soft brush or pressure cleaner.
What would you do before giving a boiler a “bottom blow”
Increase the oil temperature
Drop the water level a couple of inches below normal
Increase the oil pressure
Raise the water level a couple of inches above normal
A heavy piece of machinery is loaded on deck of a container vessel, stowed across several flatrack containers. Select the most appropriate lashing method.
All lashings to be taken to the hatch top.
Some lashings direct to the flat rack and some to the hatch top, coaming and pillars.
All lashings to be taken to the flatrack lashing points.
All lashings to be taken to the hatch coamings, pillars and lashing bridges.
Too high exhaust temperature in one cylinder becomes because of:
Leakage in the inlet valves.
Poor cylinder condition – blow by –including leaking exhaust valves.
Too low admission on fuel injection pump.
The amount of cylinder lubricating oil feed to the cylinder is too small.
Approximately how many days will fresh cucumbers usually last in cold storage?
The Master arrives on the bridge obviously under the influence of alcohol and states he is taking over the "con" of the ship. What actions should the Officer of the Watch (OOW) take in this situation?
Tell the Master you do not think this is a good idea and retain control of the watch.
Watch the actions made by the Master and if not dangerous, wait until the Master becomes more capable to take control or leaves the bridge
Tell the Master you consider him incapable of taking over the responsibility of the watch and that he should retire to his cabin and sleep it off.
Attempt to diplomatically avoid taking any actions that would put the ship or crew into danger and call the Chief Officer for assistance.
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
A spare cylinder head for the generator needs to be lifted from its storage cradle to the generator flat. Because of its location the engine room crane cannot be positioned directly above it. What method should be used to bring the cylinder head into position?
Attach the crane hook to the lifting gear for the cylinder head and drag it across the deck until it is directly under the crane.
Use crow bars to lever the cylinder cover across the deck until it is in position below the crane.
Use a block and tackle to drag the head across to a position beneath the crane.
Rig chain blocks to lift the cylinder head from its cradle and then transfer it gradually over to the crane hook by working the chain blocks.
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
Why is it important to issue “Note of Protest”?
To protect the interest of owners
To protect both owners and charterers
To protect the interest of the crew
To protect the charterers
What is the minimum value of the GM under the international Load Line Rules?
In the figure, which letter indicates what is known as "mooring bits"?
The mooring bits are indicated by B, in the figure
The mooring bits are indicated by C, in the figure
The mooring bits are indicated by D, in the figure
The mooring bits are indicated by A, in the figure
Which of the following type of crude oil requires special consideration in terms of carriage and cleaning?
Once a vehicle has been stowed on board what should duty crew members ensure?
That the duty officer is notified of the vehicle’s position
That a photograph is taken of any damages
That the vehicle is lashed immediately
That there is no sign of tampering with internal accessories
A high pressure boiler is operating with all parameters normal except that the firing rate is high and the superheater temperature is high. Which of the options given is the likely cause of this condition?
The generating and screen tubes are fouled.
The de-superheater control is not operating correctly.
Insufficient combustion air is being supplied.
The superheater tubes are fouled.
The threads on the drain plug for the bronze end cover of a sea water cooled heat exchanger have been badly damaged during maintenance. There is no spare brass plug available. What is the best solution for repairing the heat exchanger?
Use a steel plug with the same thread as the original to replace it.
Wrap the threads in thread tape and coat it with jointing compound before refitting it.
Hammer in a wooden tapered plug as a temporary repair.
Make a new brass plug on the lathe to fit the drain hole.
A bilge strainer is blocking up during bilge pumping operations which is causing delays as the pump frequently loses suction and has to be primed. What action should be taken to remedy the situation?
Remove the strainer plate and drill larger holes in it and replace it in the housing to avoid blockages.
Clean the strainer more frequently and clean out the bilge well at the first opportunity.
Remove the strainer plate from the housing to avoid blockage and loss of suction.
Use a portable pump to avoid blockage of the strainer.
If conditions permit, which is the best way to board a liferaft which is floating close to the ship?
Wearing a lifejacket, jump into the water close to the raft and then swim to it
Jump onto the raft itself
Jump into the water close to the raft, without a lifejacket, as this will make it easier to swim and board the liferaft
Use a rope ladder close to the raft to climb down and board
According to MARPOL there are requirements regarding minimum amidships draught for crude oil tankers in ballast condition. What is the formula for calculating minimum draught amidships?
What is shown on the new ‘Marine Pollutant’ label under the IMDG Code?
A dead tree and dead fish
Dead fish and dead sea birds
When a new crewmember joins a ship for the first time, on-board training and instructions in the use of the ship's life-saving appliances, including survival craft equipment and in the use of the ship's fire extinguishing appliances shall be given as soon as possible. What is the maximum timeframe for completion of this training?
Dunnage is extensively used when general cargo is being loaded; select from the options three main reasons for its use ?
To spread loads, to assist in ventilation and to heighten the centre of gravity of the cargo
To heighten position of stow, to allow ventilation and to provide securing points
To prevent water from entering the cargo hold, to lower Kg of cargo and to assist stevedores
To spread loads, to assist in securing and to allow good ventilation
When should a master agree to load a cargo of concentrates?
When he is fully satisfied that the actual moisture content of the cargo is less than the Transportable Moisture Limit (TML)
After a laboratory analysis of the cargo has been carried out
As soon as the cargo holds have been passed for loading
Once the actual moisture content of the cargo has been declared by the shipper
On a Container vessel, where should containers with untreated fishmeal cargo be carried?
On deck away from sunlight
Separated from class 4.2 containers
What is the main difference between a THERMOSTAT and a TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTER, if any?
The temperature transmitter is a digital component while the thermostat is an analogue component.
The thermostat has one or more contacts (open or closed) depending on the temperature/setting. The temperature transmitter converts a temperature signal to an electric signal.
The thermostat gives out an analogue signal depending on the switch setting. The temperature transmitter gives out a binary signal depending on the temperature.
The maximum cylinder pressure is lower than normal due to:
Fouling in the turbocharger.
Fuel oil filters are clogged.
Fuel oil with poor combustion properties.
What is the meaning of “remote mode” related to a slave controller?
The slave controller can be tuned by a hand carried remote controller
The slave controller can be in any mode of operation
The slave controller can be tuned from the engine control room
The slave controller receives the set-point from the output signal of the master controller
A 250V contactor has been fitted to a 220V supply. Which of the following symptoms might be observed?
Contactor chattering (vibrating)
Which of these weapons are widely available and commonly used by criminals and terrorists to further their aims?
What advice would a harbour pilot give the Master?
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to have the steering gear tested
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to single up to one line and back spring, fore and aft
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to request port control for permission to leave the berth
A harbour pilot would advise the Master to ensure that the crew is on stand-by
The wire mesh guards for the fans of refrigerated containers sometimes have coloured ribbons tied to them. Which of the options is the reason for fitting these ribbons?
To indicate if the fan is running too slowly.
To indicate that the fan is running in the correct direction.
To indicate to the crew that the fan is running as a safety consideration.
To indicate that the fan is running at the correct speed.
Many liquefied gas carriers are fitted with inert gas generators to supply inert gas to ensure the atmospheres of various onboard spaces are non-flammable. How is cargo vapour from these spaces prevented from back-flowing into the inert gas generator and creating an explosion risk?
The deck IG main is always manually blanked off when the IG system is not running.
There are at least two mechanical non-return devices fitted to the deck IG main.
There is always a deck water seal fitted to the IG main.
The pressure at the generator outlet is always greater than that of the IG main.
What would indicate the onset of Parametric Rolling?
When the wave encounter period approaches the natural roll period of the ship
When twice the wave encounter period approaches the natural roll period of the ship
When wave heights experienced from either quarter exceed 6 meters
When wave heights experienced from the bows exceed 6 meters
What does the cargo capacity of a car carrier depend upon?
The number of vehicles it can carry
The size of vehicles for which it is designed
The weight of vehicles it can carry
The volume of vehicles to be loaded
A bulk cargo of steel coils is loaded and a number of the coils are noted by the Chief Officer to be rusted; what must the Master ensure?
Steel coils to be discharged
Clause the Bill of Lading with the reference numbers of the rusty coils and so make the Bill of Lading a "dirty" Bill.
No action needs to be taken.
Cargo temperatures measured on voyage
How can you best demonstrate in an audit that you follow company cargo handling procedures?
By providing a summary of out-turn figures for the auditor.
By requesting that an audit takes place during cargo operations.
By being able to provide comprehensive and verifiable documentary records of cargo operations.
By providing a summary of incident and lost time figures for the auditor that reflects a successful and trouble-free system on board.
According to ISGOTT, which of the following indicates the approximate density ratio of undiluted gas, in relation to air, from a typical crude oil?
0.8 times that of the air (assuming atmospheric pressure above 1000 mb).
1.8 times that of the air.
1.5 times that of the air.
What are the properties of IMDG Class 4 (Flammable Solids) cargoes?
These cargoes emit flammable gases
These cargoes are liable to spontaneous combustion
These cargoes are liable to spontaneous combustion or when in contact with water emit flammable gases
These cargoes emit toxic gases
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
You are going to enter a tank to lift out some sediments. What kind of permits need to be issued before entering?
Hot Work Permit and Cold Work Permit.
Enclosed Space Entry Permit and Cold Work Permit.
Enclosed Space Entry Permit and Hot Work Permit.
Enclosed Space Entry Permit only
To maintain good relationship among the crew on board a vessel, one must be:
Polite and diplomatic while talking to crew members
Strict and authoritative while giving orders
Understanding, Co-operative, and have respect from both sides
A system for continuous monitoring of the concentration of hydrocarbon gas shall be fitted in cargo pump-rooms. A continuous alarm shall be automatically effected when the hydrocarbon gas concentration reaches a pre-set level. What are the criteria for pre-setting the alarm level?
No higher than 10% of LEL.
No higher than 15% of LEL.
No higher than 5% of LEL.
No higher than 20% of LEL.
When a solid cargo that does not present a hazard is offered for shipment but is not listed in the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code, what information must the competent authority at the load port present to the Master?
Cargo handling instructions
The cargo characteristics
The required conditions of carriage
In most colour coding systems for kitchen knives, what colour is used to indicate those used only for preparing raw meat?
Assign men to search men and women to search women unless a device such as a metal detector is used.
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).
Where shall you be able to activate the ship security alert system on board passenger ships?
From the navigation bridge and in at least one other location
Captain's- and Chief Officer's office
What is the time limit for abandonment of ro-ro passenger ships?
2 hours from the time the abandon ship signal is given
15 minutes from the time the abandon ship signal is given
30 minutes from the time the abandon ship signal is given
What is the Maximum Securing Load (MSL) for a wire rope lashing connected to an eye plate by means of a shackle?
The MSL of the shackle and eye plate
The MSL of the wire rope and shackle
The Minimum Securing Load of either the wire rope or shackle or eye plate
The MSL of the wire rope and eye plate
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
What basic information do we get from the pump's flow-head curve?
We get information about the NPSH.
We get information about the pump's suction head.
We get information about the pump's back pressure.
We get information about the pump's lifting height and liquid flow.
After discharge of a cargo of bananas there are a lot of cartons of condemned fruit on the deck. The vessel is not in a special area and is more than 100 miles from land. Select from the given options the best way to dispose of the condemned fruit.
Remove and retain all of the packaging including any inner plastic bags and dispose of the condemned fruit overboard.
Keep the cargo onboard until the vessel enters a port with suitable disposal facilities.
Dispose of the complete cartons of condemned fruit overboard and make an entry into the Garbage Disposal Log.
Keep the fruit for crew consumption and dispose of the packaging.
What is the most frequent used insulation on cargo tanks?
The cargo tanks of liquefied gas carriers are usually insulated. Why is it necessary to insulate these tanks?
To protect the cargo tank from collision damage.
To minimise heat transfer to the cargo and to avoid excessively low hull temperatures.
To prevent static electricity build up in the cargo tanks.
To reduce the volume of the hold space.
What is the mean of mean draught?
Forward mean draught + after mean draught divided by 2
6 (forward mean draught + after mean draught) divided by 8
Forward mean draught + after mean draught + midship mean draught divided by 2
Forward mean draught + after mean draught + midship mean draught divided by 6