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On a cargo ship, where should we find the hydrants ?
At such locations that no part of the ship normally accessible to the crew while the ship is being navigating is located more than 20 meters away from a hydrant
At such locations that at least two jets not emanating from the same hydrant may reach any part of the ship normally accessible to the crew while the ship is being navigating, each of these jets coming from a single length of hose.
At such locations that no part of the ship normally accessible to the crew while the ship is being navigating is located more than 40 meters away from a hydrant
At such locations that at least two jets not emanating from the same hydrant may reach any part of the ship normally accessible to the crew while the ship is being navigating, one of these jets coming from a single length of hose (the other jet may come from a connection of several lengths of hoses)
The button or switch “dimmer” of a mariphone serves:
To regulate the transmitting power
By the term “Stand by” the operator of a coast-station means that one should:
Wait until the coast-station calls again
Switch back to the calling channel
Give the position of the ship
What corrections must be applied to the echo sounder reading to compare the depth of water with the depth printed on the chart?
The distance between the pulse Transmitter and Receiver
Allowance for the ships speed
You are Sen.Off.Deck on vessel "A" and your cargo is iron ore. The vessel is in narrow waters and you have been in a collision with vessel "B" causing your vessel to take in water. How will you act to save the vessel and the cargo?
Call main office for help
Navigate the vessel on ground as soon as possible
Try to discharge the incoming water
You have just joined a chemical tanker. Where would you find a description of the ship's cargo handling equipment and details of procedures for cargo unloading, tank stripping, tank cleaning, discharge of residues and ballasting and deballasting?
The Cargo Handling Logbook.
The applicable equipment manufacturer's maintenance and operation manuals.
The Annex II Procedures and Arrangements Manual
Why do we use stabilisers on passenger ships?
To decrease the rolling angle of the vessel
To adjust the trim of the vessel
To increase the intact stability
To decrease the dynamic stability
For which duties are gear and screw pumps normally employed?
Main sea water circulation systems.
Fuel and lubricating oil services.
Jacket cooling water circulation for diesel engines.
During a Crude Oil Washing operation, if measurement of the atmosphere within the tank indicated that the oxygen level had risen to above 8%, what action would you take?
Stop the washing operation as you have reached the required level. Pump out the remaining oil and then wash the tank with water.
Contuinue washing, but increase the delivery rate from the IG generator.
Stop the washing operation and do not resume until a level of less than 8% oxygen content by volume has again been acvhieved.
Take no action. It only becomes a critical situation if a level of greater than 11% oxygen content is measured.
What measures regarding ship stability should be taken in order to make passenger ships able to withstand critical damage?
Damaged stability to be increased by weight redistribution.
Damaged stability to be increased by use of water ballast
Avoid overloading the ship
Maintain sufficient intact stability
What does the Chief Officer want the 1st Engineer to do?
The Chief Officer wants to speak to the 1st Engineer
The Chief Officer wants the 1st Engineer to empty side tank No. 2
The Chief Officer wants the 1st Engineer to put the hydraulic hand pump in bilge No. 5
The Chief Officer wants the 1st Engineer to empty the starboard bilge in hold No. 5
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
In a typical shipboard de-humidifier plant as may be found on a modern chemical tanker, operating on a "rotating bed" principle, what names are given to the two parts of the rotating bed?
The "live sector" and the "reserve sector".
The "process sector" and the "reactivation sector".
The "active sector" and the "dormant sector".
The "inbound sector" and "outbound sector".
What is the purpose of refractory linings in an oil fired steam boiler furnace?
To support the steam drum.
To ignite the burner during automatic operation.
To prevent excessive furnace heat losses and protect tubes and other fittings from overheating.
To give added strength to the furnace.
The temperature of the feed water for an auxiliary boiler is automatically controlled by a pneumatically actuated steam valve at the inlet to the pre-heater. It is noticed that during high demand the temperature falls by an unacceptable amount and takes a long time to return to the set temperature even though the steam supply pressure remains constant. Select from the options given the most likely cause of this.
The controller proportional band is set too wide.
The controller proportional band is set too wide and the reset time is set too long.
The controller reset time is set too long.
The control air pressure regulator is set too low.
What is the purpose of the "forcing vaporizer"?
To provide gas for burning in the boiler.
For initial heating in the insulating spaces.
Discharge cargo without vapour return from shore.
To displace inert gas from cargo tanks.
Whenever ro-ro/car decks are unattended the following applies:
Fire detection systems should be switched on, Deck and engine crew should be trained in the use of the drencher systems and their operation, Continous monitoring of ro-ro/car decks by Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) or regular fire patrols should also be in place, All fire doors should be kept closed on ro-ro/car decks when the vessel is at sea
Fire detection systems should be switched on, Continous monitoring of ro-ro/car decks by Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) or regular fire patrols should also be in place, All fire doors should be kept closed on ro-ro/car decks when the vessel is at sea
Continous monitoring of ro-ro/car decks by Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
Fire detection systems should be switched on, All fire doors should be kept closed on ro-ro/car decks when the vessel is at sea
Air bags (dunnage bags) are widely used for securing palletised refrigerated cargoes. In the case of a fruit cargo, which of the given options should the user be aware of?
Over inflation can crush and damage the soft tissue of the fruit.
Over inflation can distort the pallet stack.
Over inflation can distort the air bag.
Over inflation can damage the ship's structure including the insulation.
Where are cargo hold water level detectors required to be fitted on bulk carriers?
At the port and starboard midship sections of each cargo hold
At the forward end of each cargo hold
At the after end of each cargo hold
A steward reaches into a sink filled with soapy water to remove the plug. He cuts his hand on a carving knife lying in the bottom. What policy will best eliminate the chance of this kind of accident happening again while still maintaining hygiene standards?
Everymember of the galley staff is made responsible for washing their own knives.
Heavy duty gloves are to be worn when working at the sink.
Detergent shall not be used if knives are to be washed.
There is a dedicated sink for washing knives.
You are proceeding up a river, with berths on both banks. You see this flag hoist on a vessel moored on a berth ahead. What does it mean?
Caution! I have an anchor down.
You should proceed at slow speed when passing me.
I am about to depart the berth.
The stowage factor of a consignment of car parts is given by shippers as 3.00 cubic metres/metric tonne; what space will be required to load 100 tonnes of this type of cargo on a General Cargo Vessel?
Wich type of compressors are used as cargo compressor onboard liquified gas carriers?
One, two and three stage piston compressors.
Piston, screw and centrifugal type compressors.
One, two and three stage screw compressors.
Oil free screw and piston compressors.
Pump rooms on oil tankers shall be provided with a fixed fire-extinguishing system. Which of the following systems is in accordance with present regulations? (SOLAS II-2/63)
Fixed pressure water spraying system
Fixed high expansion foam system
Fixed CO2 fire-extinguisher system
Fixed powder fire-extinguishing system
The Company should ensure that the ship's personnel are able to communicate effectively in the execution of their duties related to the Safety Managment System. What does it really mean?
English language should be the working language on board the ship
All personnel on board shall be familiar with the Safety Management System. The individual seafarer shall know procedures specifically related to their rank and duties onboard.
The officers and crew should read the entire Safety Management System and memorize the content.
Everyone should know the name of the Designated Person in the Company
Is it allowed to have animals on the car deck during a voyage?
Yes, if they are safely placed in a suitable vehicle
Only if the weather conditions permit
It is up to the captain to decide
Which of the following is a summary of the features of a "controlled tank venting system" as may be found on a chemical tanker?
PV valves are fitted to limit the pressure or vacuum in the tank; no shut-off valves may be fitted either above or below the PV valves; provision may be made to by-pass the PV valves under certain operating conditions; such a system shall consist of a primary and secondary means of allowing full flow of vapour, except that the secondary system may be replaced by pressure sensors fitted within the tank.
The system permits vapour recovery via a collection manifold which may be connected to a shore reception facility.
PV valves are fitted to limit the pressure or vacuum within the tank; the PV valves shall be capable of being isolated or by-passed; the system shall be supplemented by pressure sensors within the cargo tank.
The system is fitted to a tank used for cargoes having a flash point not exceeding 60 degrees Celsius and is fitted with a device to prevent the passage of flame into the cargo tank.
LPG carriers rely heavily on the compressors fitted as part of the reliquefaction plant. Screw and reciprocating types are widely used. Which type of reciprocating compressor is most common as a cargo compressor?
Double acting, single stage, oil free compressor.
Double acting, single stage, oil lubricated piston compressor.
Double acting, two stage, oil free compressor.
Single acting, single stage, oil free piston compressor.
What do you understand by: Hydrographic vessel in position…….wide berth requested?
This means: the hydrographic vessel is providing a wide berth
This means: the hydrographic vessel wishes to go alongside a wide berth
This means: the hydrographic vessel is very wide
This means: keep well clear of the hydrographic vessel in position………
Indicate the correct name for the part marked on the sketch:
On a RoRo vessel, what additional securing arrangements should be used when loading a vehicle on an incline or fixed Ramp
Double the normal lashings should be used
The Vehicle should also be chocked under its wheels
Cargo heaters are frequently used when discharging refrigerated LPG cargoes into pressurised shore tanks. What would be a typical "heating range" required from a heater for discharge of fully refrigerated propane?
During a visual inspection of a cargo of bananas a crewman notices that the fruit in one of the cartons is yellow. Select, from the options given, the best action to take in these circumstances.
Put the carton with any other similar cartons together in the cargo space.
Remove the carton from the cargo space if possible.
Move the carton to the battery room/cooler room.
It is not necessary to take any action as this is only one carton in amongst thousands of others so it won't make any difference.
What does the acronym MARVS stand for in relation to liquefied gas carriers?
Maximum Allowed Relief Valve Setting.
Maximum Actual Relief Valve Setting.
Minimum Allowed Relief Valve Setting.
Maximum Automatic Relief Valve Setting.
A ro-ro unit weighing 2mt is to be loaded athwartships and lashed by belts of SWL 0.6mt. How many lashing belts should be used to secure the unit?
On a container vessel what effects would exposure to anhydrous ammonia in moderate concentrations have?
Choking and possible loss of eyesight
Which publication, other than SOLAS, contains information regarding the personal safety equipment that must be carried onboard liquefied gas carriers?
Fully pressurised ships are fitted with type "C" tanks. What is the normal design pressure?
Design pressure of about 12 barg
Design pressure of about 2 barg
Design pressure of about 15 barg
Design pressure of about 18 barg.
When calibrating an pressure transducer we have to adjust both SPAN and ZERO. Please indicate in which order these adjustments should be done.
The order of adjustment is of no importance.
First Span adjustment and then Zero adjustment. After that Span setting should be checked gain.
First Span adjustment and then Zero adjustment. After that Span setting should be checked again.
First Zero adjustment and the Span adjustment. Then Zero should be rechecked.
Which vitamin is to be found only in foods from the animal kingdom?
What type of vessel is this?
Vessel not under command and not making way
Vessel at anchor carrying out special operations
What does not apply to the carriage of timer deck cargoes?
The International Tonnage Convention
The Code of Safe Practice for Stowage and Securing of Cargoes
The International Convention on Loadlines
Hydrogen Sulphide in crude oil and certain other oil products is most obviously associated with problems of vapour inhalation, but which of the following is also a serious problem associated with this component, particularly in high concentrations?
What is the purpose of fixed stacking cones?
To prevent the horizontal movement of 20’containers at tank top level
To prevent the horizontal movement of 40’containers at tank top level
To lock 20’containers in 40’ cell guides
To prevent movement of 20’and 40’ containers at deck level
Some cargoes carried on liquefied gas carriers are toxic and are given a Threshold Limit Value (TLV) as a time weighted average (TWA). What does the TLV-TWA usually indicate?
It indicates the maximum vapour concentration that a person can be exposed to for 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week.
It indicates the maximum vapour concentration that a person can be exposed to for one hour.
It indicates the absolute maximum vapour concentration that a person may be exposed to at any time.
It indicates the maximum vapour concentration that a person can be exposed to before breathing apparatus is required.
Which of the following is the minimum acceptable value of insulation resistance for High Voltage equipment?
Why are a greater number of lashings required to secure cargo forward on deck compared with amidships under deck of a General Cargo Vessel?
Because the dynamic stresses on the lashing are much greater
Because the roll period is greater forward
Because heavier cargo is stowed forward
Because the dynamic stresses on the lashing are much less
Which of the methods given in the options will give the most accurate test of the accuracy of a bourdon tube type pressure gauge with a range of 0 to 20 bar?
Check the gauge on a deadweight tester.
Use the fuel injector test pump to check the readings against the test rig master gauge.
Check the readings against the output gauge from a pressure regulator by connecting it to a regulated test supply.
Compare it with the reading from a similar gauge connected to the same pressure source.
Why is it recommended that a person who handles food stuffs should avoid using perfume and scented anti-perspirant body sprays?
Because the heat of the galley may react with the chemicals in the perfume, causing the user to scratch persistently.
Because there is a possibility that the scent can transfer to the food during handling.
Because the strong vapours could mask the sense of smell and taste of the cook, leading to an incorrect level of seasoning being added to the food during cooking.
Because the heat in the galley can cause the alcohol in the perfume or body spray to evaporate and the user may become intoxicated.
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.
Only search vehicle compartments where you suspect objects may be hidden.
What is the minimum number of lifebuoys that shall be provided with self-igniting lights an self-activating smoke signals?
50% of the total number of lifebuoys
Oil analysis results show a high level of tin. What could be the cause of this?
Too high lub.oil temperature.
What is the correct method to use for fitting a rolling contact bearing, such as a ball bearing, onto a parallel shaft?
Use emery cloth on the inner ring (contact surface) of the bearing.
Use a hammer and a pipe with the same diameter as the inner bearing ring and knock the bearing onto the shaft.
Gently heat the bearing in an oil bath and use a bearing puller to draw it onto the shaft..
Use emery cloth on the bearing surface on the shaft.
Many conventional reefer vessels are built with wooden gratings that support the cargo above the steel deck of the vessel. These gratings are typically carried on 50mm x 100mm wooden bearers. From the options given, select the most important consideration in relation to these wooden bearers.
The bearers must all be placed running in the same direction in the hatch.
Only wood of the quality of the existing bearers should be used.
The bearers should, as far as practicable, be placed clear of the vent holes in the gratings.
Only knot free, straight wood should be used.
How will you act if you are helmsman and after making a turn to port you receive the order: “Steady as she goes”
Put the rudder midship and wait until she stops
Give counter rudder to stop her and keep the course
Read off the compass and keep her steady on the course
Put the rudder all the way to starboard to stop the turn
In a low pressure auxiliary boiler, if after testing the water, You found the P. alkalinity to be 50 PPM CaCO3, what action would You take?
Blow down the boiler and reduce dosage.
During routine checking of alarm functions of main and auxiliary equipment, some setpoints are canceled due to a mistake. What is the appropriate routine to ensure correct setpoints are set?
Ask your colleague if he remembers the correct setpoint
Check from previous records for correct values
Consult with the instruction manual for the equipment in question for correct values.
Select a setpoint based on present condition allowing for a reasonable safety margin.
What causes deterioration of a hatch cover hydraulic system?
Repeated hatch cover operations
Ice accretion on piston jackets
Dust and cargo particles around the piston seals
On a General Cargo vessel, what action should be taken when the discharge equipment such as chain slings to be used by stevedores, are considered unsuitable by ships staff?
Provide ships equipment to discharge
Inform stevedores of concern and protest by letter
Continue discharge as planned and inform Designated Person Ashore(DPA)
Which approved publication should be used by a seafarer to help overcome any misunderstanding in communications?
The Oxford Concise Dictionary
The (ICS) Bridge Procedures Guide
Standard Marine Navigational Vocabulary
The (IMO) Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP) booklet
When considering how to deal with cargo residues during hatch cleaning at sea on a Bulk Carrier, what is the most careful consideration?
There are no restrictions on discharge of cargo residues to sea
Follow actions of previous crews
Consult MARPOL handbook and the vessels Safety Management System (SMS) for guidance
Check procedures and Arrangements manual
In what way can de-humidified air be made more efficient for the drying of cargo tanks?
By adding 10% by volume inert gas to it.
At what time should lashings be released?
As soon as the weather conditions are favourable, lashings can be released.
Lashings should not be released for unloading before the ship is secured at the berth, without the Master's express permission.
The crew can release lashings prior to arrival to avoid any delays.
Lashings should be released when the ship enters enclosed waters.
What could be the cause of a refrigeration compressor running continuously even though normal temperatures for the cold rooms have been reached?
Low-pressure cut-out is stuck in closed position.
High-pressure cut-out is stuck in open position.
The differential pressure switch for the lubricating oil pressure cut-out is stuck in the closed position.
Solenoid valve before the expansion valve stuck in closed position.
What is the correct understanding of the term "Isobar"?
An "Isobar" is the line showing the direction of the predicted path of a hurricane.
An "Isobar" is a line joining places of equal pressure.
An "Isobar" is a line joining places of equal temperature
An "Isobar" is the line of the cold front in a frontal depression
A number of standard 20 foot containers are to be loaded on the deck of a General Cargo ship by No 3 hatch; what are the main checks to be made ?
Containers weight recorded and secured with chains
Containers stowed with doors forward, customs and security seals checked intact
Containers stowed with doors aft, customs and security seals checked intact and clear access to lashings
Containers stowed with doors forward, customs and security seals checked intact; access to lashings unimportant
In ship's stability what is understood by the term "In stable equilibrium"?
The term "stable equilibrium" means when the cargo loaded in each hold is the maximum that hold can carry.
Stable equilibrium means the vessel is floating upright and has a positive GM
The term "stable equilibrium" means that the vessel complies fully with the International Loadline Rules
Stable equilibrium means the buoyancy force upwards and the force of weight downwards are equal and G and B are in the same vertical line
What may be the cause of black smoke from the funnel?
The fuel oil has not been adequately heated.
Incomplete combustion owing to wrong mixture of air and oil.
The fuel oil is of inferior quality.
An electrically operated turning machine is used during repairs while the engine is running.
In a single side skin bulk carrier of 155m in length constructed in 2000 and carrying cargo of density 1010 kg/cu.m., which cargo hold can withstand flooding?
On a RoRo vessel, what must be ensured so that vehicles are not damaged on the loading ramp?
The ramp angle must not exceed its safe working limit
The ramp surface must be free of oil
Safety signs must be posted at the ramp
One man must always stand-by the ramp
What is this?
The identification stamp placed in the passport of a stowaway by an Immigration Officer to indicate that his or her nationality is "unknown".
The "Unitary Nomenclature" symbol placed alongside the name of a dangerous cargo in shipping documents to indicate that it appears on the list of approved international shipping names.
The United Nations stamp used for endorsing international shipping certificates.
The United Nations Packaging symbol used for Dangerous Goods.
What name is given to the part of the discharging operation on an oil tanker when the last remaining contents of a tank or line are being pumped out?
What does a "compactor" do?
It compresses and forms raw meat into burgers, patties and other pre-formed shapes prior to packing and freezing.
It disposes of waste material through high-temperature combustion.
It crushes and compresses garbage, such as food packaging, into a more manageable shape and form prior to disposal.
It crushes and grinds food waste into small particles that can be washed overboard as "grey water".
After a discharge of a cargo of bananas there are a large number of cartons of condemned fruit left on deck. The vessel is not in a special area and is more than 100 miles from land. Select from the options given the most appropriate action to take to dispose of the condemned fruit.
Keep the fruit onboard for crew consumption.
Keep the condemned cargo onboard until it can be landed at a suitable reception facility.
Remove and retain any plastic packaging before dumping the condemned cargo overboard.
Dump the entire condemned cargo, including packaging, overboard and make a note in the Garbage Disposal Log
Why is it important to recognize the language of the passengers?
Enables you to communicate with them during normal operation.
Enables you to inform all passengers about arrival time.
So that you are able to address all their needs.
Enables you to communicate with them during normal operation and in an emergency.
What is ‘Reserve Buoyancy’?
The buoyancy provided by all enclosed spaces above the waterline
The residual buoyancy at an angle of loll
The residual buoyancy at the maximum righting lever
The buoyancy provided by all spaces above the waterline
Which of these statements is correct?
Cargo residues are not Marine Pollutants under the IMDG Code
Cargo dissolved in bilge water is considered cargo residue
Cargo dissolved in bilge water is not considered cargo residue
Cargo residues are Marine Pollutants under the IMDG Code
What would be the most probable cause if the exhaust gas from a diesel engine looked a bit blue in colour?
Clogged charge air cooler.
Engine burning too much lubricating oil.
What should be observed concerning a ship's water tight integrity?
That all emergency exit doors are locked and secured
That all water tight ramps and doors are locked and secured at sea
The ramp is in stowed position
Is it recommended to adjust the spring tension on the fuel valves during operation to achieve:
Exhaust temperatures in line (equal temperatures)
To improve the fuel atomizing.
It is necessary, prior to loading a refrigerated cargo on a conventional reefer vessel, to prove that the hold bilges are clear and that the bilge system is functioning correctly. Which of the cargo types given in the options would be expected to produce the most water during a voyage?
A cargo of fruit loaded at field temperature.
A cargo of fruit loaded pre-cooled.
A cargo of hard frozen perishable goods.
Are we allowed to load ammonia on inert gas?
We are not allowed to load ammonia on inert gas except when the inert gas is dry enough
We are not allowed to load ammonia on inert gas
We are allowed to load ammonia on inert gas if the inert gas has dew point less than 0oC
Ammonia can be loaded as long as the cargo tank is liquid free of last cargo
In discussing the properties of oil cargoes, which of the following are examples of Aromatic Hydrocarbons?
Benzene, Toluene and Xylene.
Hydrogen Sulphide and Carbon Monoxide.
Carbon Dioxide and Hydrogen Peroxide.
Propane, Butane and Pentane.
How often should boiler water tests be carried out on a steam boiler?
What factors do you consider as important before mooring a vessel?
Use of proper Personal Protective Equipment
Use of proper Personal Protective Equipment, Mooring stations should have effective hazard markings/ hazard highlighting, Stay clear of mooring ropes/wires, Be aware of Snap-back Zone, Proper procedures
Use of proper Personal Protective Equipment, Well maintained mooring equipment, Make sure the area is tidy and clean, Mooring stations should have effective hazard markings/ hazard highlighting, Stay clear of mooring ropes/wires, Be aware of Snap-back Zone, Proper procedures, Effective communication
Use of proper Personal Protective Equipment and be aware of Snap-back Zone
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "BUOY LINE" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Buoy line is given by B on the figure
Buoy line is given by D on the figure
Buoy line is given by C on the figure
Buoy line is given by A on the figure
What does the Chief Mate want to have done?
He wants tight lashings and two extra chains on one container
He wants to take the lashings and the extra chains to the containers
He wants to make tight lashings on the extra chains
He wants all the lashings tightened and two extra chains fastened to each container
What is a hydrostatic release unit?
An important part connected to the sea-anchor.
A unit which automatically release all securing when abandon the vessel.
A unit which automatically releases the liferaft/lifeboat at a depth of approx 4 metres.
A unit for inflating the liferaft.
Which of the following actions should be done before throwing this type of inflatable liferaft over the side?
Take the top off the container to enable raft to inflate once in the water. If all clear, throw raft over side
Disconnect the painter and launch it, checking that all is clear below
Check that the painter is made fast to a secure point and that the sea below is clear
Inflate it on deck and then launch it if clear below