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If the radar is set onto the Relative Motion Display, what would an echo of a target with no trail indicate? Note this the trail of the echo and not a vector.
The target is on the same course and speed as own ship.
The target is stopped and making no way through the water
The target is on a constant bearing and getting closer to own ship.
The target is on a collision course with own ship.
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
Who should be informed first when receiving a distress signal from another ship/vessel?
The nearest coastal radio station
Please name correctly the most common rudders as shown below? UNBALANCED, BALANCED, SEMI-BALANCED, UNDERHUNG BALANCED
When ship to ship operations are being carried out at anchor, anchor watch duties are as follows irrespective of which ships anchor is down:
Anchor watch responsibility rests with the offtake vessel.
Anchor watch responsibility rests with the discharging vessel (which, we shall assume, has its anchor down).
Anchor watch responsibility rests with both vessels, each with its own watch.
Anchor watch not kept as duty officer will be on deck.
Which part of the human body out of the list given after is not considered to allow maximum heat exchange with the surrounding fluid (air/water)?
Which of the following precautions should be taken when work is to be carried out on the radar scanner unit on the mast?
Only the electrical fuses for the radar undergoing repairs needs to be removed, allowing the ship to retain a workable radar
Only the electrical fuses for the scanner motor needs to be removed.
A "Not to be used" sign on all radars and fuses for the complete radar systems to be removed
A sign needs to be attached to all the radars warning the bridge officers of repairs and the fact the radars are "Not to be Used"
The heat required to raise the temperature of 1 kg of any particular substance 1°C is called:
Heat transfer coefficient
What would be a typical set point for emergency shut down of a large slow speed diesel engine due to "lubricating oil inlet to camshaft" low pressure?
What is the minimum number of independently driven fire pumps that must be provided on passenger ships of 4000 tons gross tonnage and upwards?
On a General Cargo vessel, how should steel coils be stowed?
With their cores aligned athwartships
With their cores aligned alternately fore and aft and athwartships
With their cores aligned vertically
With their cores aligned fore and aft
You have recently discharged a cargo of Isoprene and the tank has now been cleaned. There is still a strong smell of Isoprene vapour from deck. Can you save some time and use a mask fitted with an "Inorganic Gases and Vapours" filter to enter the tank for mopping and inspection?
No. Filter masks are not permitted for enclosed space entry where the oxygen content of the atmosphere may be insufficient to sustain life.
No. Entry into a tank which previously contained Isoprene requires the use of a filter for "Organic Gases and Vapours".
Yes, provided mechanical ventilation continues whilst you are inside the tank.
During inspection of the cylinder cover from a medium speed diesel engine cylinder it is noted that cracks have occurred between the two exhaust valve pockets and the fuel injector pocket. Select from the given options the most probable cause of this type of failure.
Fuel impingement on the cover due to distorted injector nozzle holes.
Excessive thermal stress due to insufficient cooling of the cylinder cover.
Excessive maximum pressure in the cylinder due to engine overload.
Excessive tightening of the fuel injector in the pocket.
What requires close attention during portable car deck inspections?
Abrasions over the decks' surfaces
Signs of cracks in way of deck supports
On a container vessel, why would it be difficult to extinguish a fire in a container containing chemicals?
Because water, if used, will always cause a chemical fire to flare up
Because containers containing chemicals are always inaccessible
Because heat is often produced due to chemical reactions within the cargo
Because chemical fires always spread instantaneously to other containers
What is the main purpose of the reliquefaction plant fitted to many liquefied gas carriers?
It is used to change the cargo vapour back to liquid keep the cargo cooled.
It is used to discharge the cargo when the cargo pumps don't work.
It is used to cool down the cargo tanks before loading.
It is used to change the liquid cargo to vapour to heat the cargo if it is too cold.
In the event of a severe scavenge fire, which of the following is most likely to be seriously damaged?
Piston rod and stuffing box.
What are the basic cargo stowage requirements for a small consignment of household cleaning products when loaded on a General Cargo Vessel?
Stow away from any other chemicals
Stow away from foodstuffs
Stow next to bagged grains
An earth fault exists on the blue line of a 100 A bilge pump circuit. A second earth fault occurs on the yellow line of a 10 A ventilation fan circuit. Both systems are supplied from the ship's 440V supply. The likely outcome is that:
An open circuit occurs between earth fault and both motors trip out
A short circuit occurs between earth faults and the ventilation fan fuse blows
Both motors trip out on overload
A short circuit occurs between earth fault and the bilge pump fuse blows
The temperature of a refrigerated cargo is controlled by the temperature of the air being blown through the cargo hold which is often referred to as the DAT. What does the term DAT stand for?
Deviation Air Temperature.
Delivered Atmosphere Temperature.
Delivery Air Temperature.
On a RoRo vessel, what is the Maximum Securing Load of reusable use wire ropes?
30% of the breaking strength
40% of the breaking strength
25% of the breaking strength
How are the various zones and spaces on an LNG carrier normally designated in relation to having cargo vapour hazard?
Gas-hazardous and Gas-safe.
Gas-dangerous and Gas-safe.
Gassed-up and Gassed-down.
How would pirates attacking a ship be communicated to another ship?
"My ship is under attack by pirates"
"My ship was under attack by pirates"
"My ship will be under attack by pirates"
What is the most likely cause of the clean oil outlet pressure being higher than normal when operating a centrifuge as a fuel oil separator?
Valve in the outlet line incorrectly positioned.
High fuel oil temperature.
Does MARPOL apply to gas carriers?
What action should be taken if machinery does not function properly?
If machinery does not function properly, its condition should be noted and plans for further action developed together with the Chief Engineer
If machinery does not function properly, the operational parameteres should be verified and the machinery stopped
If machinery does not function properly, it should be serviced immediately
If machinery does not function properly, the Chief Engineer should be consulted
Use of …… and …… is strictly prohibited onthe ro-ro deck, signs shall be displayed
Personal Protective Equipment and Mobile telephones
For what are bridge indicators required on board a ro-ro vessel?
All shell doors which, if left open, could lead to major flooding
All hinged doors in watertight bulkheads
All sliding doors in watertight bulkheads
What is a low location lighting system?
A light system powered by battery or fluorescent signs mounted at deck level indicating the way to the nearest exit
A system displaying the escape route from all cabins by light points in the ceiling, powered by battery
An illumination system for all corridors in cabin areas
An emergency illumination system that illuminates all deck areas to a minimum
On a Container vessel, when will a full container experience a force of 100% of its weight?
When the ship is rolling and pitching
When the ship is pitching
A producer is attempting to reduce costs by packing his fruit in cheap, poor quality cardboard cartons. Which of the given options would be the most likely outcome of using inferior quality cartons for packaging of perishable cargo for carriage in a refrigerated vessel?
The cartons may tear when being handled by the stevedores.
The cartons are more likely to be water damaged by a rain shower.
The lower rows of cartons in the stow will collapse and cause crush damage to the cargo.
The cartons will be a poor advert for the producer.
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 requirement for the atmosphere in the hold spaces surrounding cargo tanks that require a secondary barrier when carrying LPG cargoes?
The hold spaces must be filled with cargo vapour whenever there is cargo in the cargo tanks.
The hold spaces must be kept in an inert condition at all times even when the cargo tanks are empty.
The hold spaces must be kept in an inert condition whenever there is cargo in the cargo tanks.
The hold spaces must be filled with clean dry air at all times.
When cargo discharge reaches stripping levels on an oil tanker, it is necessary to reduce the inert gas pressure. Why is this?
To avoid over-capacity in the IG generator.
To avoid locking the cargo pump impeller.
To comply with MARPOL Annex VI.
On a Container vessel, what prevents the installation of double stacking cones?
A homogenous container load
Limitations in ship design
Restrictions in the cargo securing manual
A conventional reefer vessel is loading cargo of palletised fruit under controlled atmosphere (CA). Which of the given options is it essential that the deck officer confirms at completion of loading and before applying CA to the cargo?
All of the cargo hatches are sealed properly.
All of the cargo hatches are closed properly.
All personnel are out of the cargo holds.
That there is a tight stow in the cargo hatches.
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "AHEAD" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Ahead is given by C on the figure
Ahead is given by B on the figure
Ahead is given by A on the figure
Ahead is given by D on the figure
What is the maximum stowage height for containers on deck of a General Cargo Vessel, if the vessel is not specifically designed for the carriage of containers?
The maximum height is two containers
There is no limit apart from point load limitations
The maximum height is one container
Containers must not be carried on deck
Electric arc welding is to be carried out in the machinery spaces other than the workshop. Which of the alternatives below would be the correct procedure for the connection of the "return" cable to the welding set?
Weld a stud bolt close to the work piece and connect the return cable to this.
Connect the return clamp direct to the work piece and welding set via a cable of suitable length.
Any of the listed alternatives.
Have a short length of cable permanently connected to the ships structure close to the welding set.
During inspection of a medium speed diesel engine piston of the composite type it is found that the steel crown is loose at its connection to the alloy skirt. Further inspection reveals damage to the surfaces and evidence of metal particles where the two parts are connected. Select, from the options given, the likely cause of this type of damage.
Fatigue due to excess compression at the joint between the components.
Crushing due to over tightening of the piston crown retaining bolts.
Shear of the metal surfaces due to excessive load on the engine.
Fretting due to loss of compression at the joint between the components.
Is it required to have full secondary barrier on spherical Type "B" tanks?
Yes, and the secondary barrier must be able to contain tank leakage for a period of 15 days.
Yes, if the tank is not crack propagation resistant.
Yes, it is required to have full secondary barrier.
Only partial secondary barrier required.
On a General Cargo Vessel, what do Tonnes per Centimeter Immersion (TPC), Moment to Change Trim by one Centimeter (MCTC) and Longitudinal Centre of Floatation (LCF) have in common?
They vary with small angles of heel
These vary with the gross tonnage of the vessel
They vary with changes in displacement
They remain unaffected by changes in displacement
What would be the likely cause if the shaft of a centrifugal pump shows excessive wear in way of the stuffing box?
The discharge pressure of the pump is too high.
Wrong direction of rotation of the pump.
Over tightening of the gland packing.
Incorrect material used in construction of the shaft.
Ships officers must use a thermometer to take and record the pulp temperature of commodities being loaded onto a reefer vessel. From the given options, select the most important attribute of such a thermometer.
It must be correctly calibrated.
It must be economic to purchase.
What should the duty crew member do if he observes stevedores smoking in ‘no smoking’ areas?
Immediately inform the stevedore foreman and duty officer
Wait to inform the relieving duty crew member
Tell the stevedore to stop smoking
On a RoRo vessel, why is it necessary to maintain safety markings/luminous paint on pillars in ro-ro decks?
To comply with the company's standing instructions
Because it is a port state control requirement
To comply with the ship's Planned Maintenance Schedule
To prevent damage during cargo operations
On a Container vessel, what do the letters 'PP' mean within the IMDG Code?
How is the pressure in the cargo containment system of a conventional LNG carrier controlled during normal operation?
By using the boil-off gas as fuel for the ships propulsion plant.
The gas vapour is evacuated to the atmosphere via the vent-line.
The gas vapour is taken from the vapour header and passed through the demister and into the LD Compressor and evacuated to the atmosphere via the vent mast.
On a RoRo vessel, what should be done first when cargo has shifted at sea on a RoRo vessel and re-lashing is not possible?
Take action to improve stability
Go Faster to outrun the problem
Alter course and/or speed to reduce the accelerations and prevent further damage
What is the name of the portable walkway or access between ship and shore?
In bulk carrier design what constitutes the main structural strength element?
The deck plating and shell frames
The transverse watertight bulkheads
A motor is protected by a thermal overcurrent relay. After tripping on overload it will not be possible to reset the overcurrent relay immediately because the:
Oil dash-pot has to be reset.
Bimetallic strips need time to cool down
Starter isolator automatically applies an interlock.
Line contactor spring has to be reset
In accordance with SOLAS and other international regulations, certain important machinery functions, such as operation and control of the steering gear and propulsion machinery, must be tested at specified times. When should these tests be carried out?
Only following maintenance.
Only at stand by engines.
Prior to arrival and departure from port and following maintenance.
What do we measure with an explosimeter?
With an explosimeter we measure 0-20/0-100 % LEL hydrocarbons.
With an explosimeter we measure 0-21 % Oxygen content.
With an explosimeter we measure 0-2 % volume hydrocarbons.
With an explosimeter we measure 0-20/0-100 % volume hydrocarbons.
Which preparations and precautions are necessary before "hot work" commences onboard ship?
Just inform the Chief Engineer that the work is going to be carried out
Sound the general alarm before commencing work.
Notify all persons onboard at least 24 hours in advance of the work commencing.
Follow all ISM procedures relating to hot work including permit to work and hotwork permit requirements.
Found in a commonly-used piece of equipment aboard an oil tanker, what does a "pellistor" do?
It is the common term applied to the metal, ceramic or other heat-resisting material which can cool even an intense flame below the temperature required for ignition, as utilised in a flame arrester
It is the reactive element in an oil / water interface detector
It is an electrical sensor unit fitted in a flammable gas detector for measuring hydrocarbon vapours and air mixtures to determine whether the mixture is within the flammable range
It is the electrical sensor which detects low pressure in an Inert Gas generating control system
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.
Too low exhaust temperature in one cylinder becomes because of:
Water leakage in the cylinder.
Faulty fuel injection pump.
Too low admission on the fuel injection pump.
Training is required when new equipment is installed on board the ship. What kind of training should be provided and for whom?
Every crewmember is responsible for their own training. Safety Officer should be contacted if any questions.
Theoretical and practical training should be provided for all personell involved in operation of the new equipment
No training is required for experienced seafarers
Theoretical and practical training should be provided for the head of department. Operation Manual for shall be available in crew mess room so that personnel involved in operation of the equipment can familiarise themselves with the new equipment.
What actions should the Officer of the Watch take when the ship's steering gear fails?
Stop engines and display the NUC signal
All of the suggested answers
Call the Master and advise him of the situation
Request the engine room to check the steering gear
When would the cargo tanks of an LNG carrier normally be inerted?
Immediately after every cargo discharge operation.
Immediately before any of the ship's personnel enter the cargo tanks.
Before gas freeing for maintenance and inspection and after completion of the maintenance and inspection.
Immediately before every cargo loading operation.
On a Container vessel, when preparing to lift hatch pontoons why is it necessary to secure all loose material on it?
Because this is an international requirement
So that loose equipment does not fall into the cargo hold
So that pontoons are not fouled by loose material whilst being lifted
To facilitate the gantry crane operator
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
An inspection in the amidships area of the weather deck of a Panamax container vessel has revealed cracks in the hatch coamings. Which part of the vessel should now urgently be inspected.
Transverse bulkhead beneath the bridge front.
Longitudinals in the double bottom tanks in the amidships half length of the vessel.
Transverse bulkhead immediately aft of the engine room.
Stiffening in the forepeak tank at approximately water line level.
Personnel on board ro-ro passenger vessels must undergo training courses before they can be part of the safe manning and assigned to emergency duties on board. What is minimum training requirement for all personnel?
No Training Course is required as long as the personnel have relevant experience
Basic Safety Training Course and Company Specific Familiarisation Course
Basic Safety Training Course and Crowd & Crisis Management Training Course
Basic Safety Training Corse
What precautions should be taken, in addition to shutting the main air start valve, if work is to be carried out inside the main diesel engine crankcase?
Engage the turning gear and close every valve on the starting air receivers.
Engage the turning gear and put a notice at each engine control position.
Engage the turning gear, stop the starting air compressors and drain the air receivers.
Keep a man posted in the control room to stop anyone who tries to start the engine.
In terms of food temperature, what is considered to be the "danger zone" at which bacteria can flourish?
Above 63 degrees Celsius.
Between 15.6 and 37.8 degrees Celsius.
Between 5 and 63 degrees Celsius.
Why are all passenger ships divided into vertical ’zones’?
Vertical zones are separated with fire doors which will be closed automatically when the fire alarm start.
All vertical zones are separated with watertight doors, which will be closed in the case of a grounding, etc.
Vertical zones are fire zones which can be divided from each other with fire doors. In case of fire, all fire doors in front and aft of the fire will be closed to prevent spreading of smoke/fire.
There is one fire team in each zone.
How might a leak from a cargo tank on an oil tanker be readily detected during the voyage?
By regularly monitoring the vessel's trim on the cargo computer - any cargo that leaks will run to the end of a compartment, resulting in an increase in trim.
By occasionally opening a selected tank and manually measuring the cargo ullage, then comparing it to the 'after loading' reading.
By regularly monitoring void and ballast spaces, such as by testing them for hydrocarbon content and sounding them.
By frequently monitoring cargo level equipment readouts and comparing them to the load port departure readings.
What is the BC Code?
The Code of Safe Practice for Bulk Carriers
The Break-bulk Cargo Code
The Code of Safe Practice for Solid Bulk Cargoes
The gyro compass can suffer from a compass error and may need to be allowed for, when steering a course in a dangerous navigational area. What is the probable cause of the error?
An uncorrected course and speed error.
Fluctuations in the electrical supply to the compass.
When selecting switchgear to work with High Voltage it is important to use an appropriate arcing medium. What is meant by arcing medium?
The way in which the contacts separate as the switchgear operates.
Equipment which communicates information about the arcing.
A material which assists a welding process.
The gas or vapour which will minimise creation of an electric arc as contacts open.
Due to the safety of the ship its crew and passengers it is only permitted to ……… in designated areas onboard
ead magazines and newspapers
What would be the correct form of response to the question: What is the visibility in your position?
The correct form of response would be: Visibility is poor
The correct form of response would be: Visibility is okay
The correct form of response would be: Visibility in my position is two hundred meters
The correct form of response would be: Visibility is medium
Which is the "STARBOARD BOW", in the figure?
The Starboard bow is indicated by D, in the figure
The Starboard bow is indicated by C, in the figure
The Starboard bow is indicated by A, in the figure
The Starboard bow is indicated by B, in the figure
What would be a typical value for the set point for shut down of a large 2-stroke diesel engine due to thrust bearing high temperature?
What is the normal name of the special wire/rope on board the ship used to make a tug fast?
A plate type heat exchanger in a central cooling system has seawater leaking around the edges of some of the titanium plates. After inspection and reassembly following the manufacturer's instructions the problem still exists. What action, from the options given, should be taken to rectify the problem?
Fit new gaskets to the each of the plates.
Keep tightening the plate stack until the leakage stops.
Reduce the pressure of the sea water.
Scrap the plates and replace with a new plate stack.
A galley hot plate uses a Nichrome / Magnesium Oxide heating element and is to be tested before being put into service for the first time. An insulation resistance test yields a reading of 0.3 M Ohm. Which action should be taken?
Wash the element in a degreasing agent. Then retest and if ok put it into service.
Put the element into service.
Apply reduced voltage to the element for a few minutes. Then retest and if ok put into service.
Which of the following has the highest fat content?
How many categories of Seed Cake are there in the Code of Safe Practice for Solid Bulk Cargoes (BC Code)?
Which would be the most suitable point in the system to obtain a representative of diesel engine lubricating oil for analysis?
From the lubricating system pipeline on the discharge side of the circulating pump.
From the lubricating oil filter drain.
From the lubricating oil cooler drain.
From the lubricating oil purifier outlet.
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "BRIDGE" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Bridge is given by B on the figure
Bridge is given by C on the figure
Bridge is given by D on the figure
Bridge is given by A on the figure
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.
You are in charge of loading a crude oil cargo at a terminal which employs a Vapour Emission Control System (VECS). What should you do if the flow of gas to shore reaches the maximum declared capacity of the system?
Open the mast riser vents to relieve the excess pressure and bring the flow within the declared range.
Communicate with the terminal and request a controlled reduction in the loading rate until the flow again comes within range.
Reset the lifting pressure level on the Pressure / Vacuum valves to allow them to release more vapour to atmosphere.
Say nothing and hope nobody notices, so that loading is completed as soon as possible. .
Most perishable cargoes are presented for shipment pre-cooled to the correct carriage temperature. If the cargo is not pre-cooled or has warmed up due to the cold chain being broken it can result in increased metabolic rates. Which of the given options would be the most difficult to deal with if such a situation occurred during a sea passage?
The water produced by the cargo.
The heat produced by the cargo.
The carbon dioxide produced by the cargo.
The trace gases produced by the cargo.
On which type of gas carrier can spherical tanks be used for the cargo system?
Spherical cargo tanks can be used for fully refrigerated, semi-pressurised/semi-refrigerated and fully pressurised gas carriers.
Spherical cargo tanks are only used for fully pressurised gas carriers
Spherical cargo tanks are only used only for semi-refrigerated gas carriers
Spherical cargo tanks are only used for fully refrigerated and semi-refrigerated/semi-pressurised gas carriers
How many carbon atoms are there in solid materials?
From 5 to 16 carbon atoms.
Which of these are indications that a parcel is suspicious?
The parcel came from Joe in the safety department and arrived quicker than expected.
"The parcel is wrapped in clean, brown paper and is addressed to a crewmember from his wife."
"The parcel is addressed to no one in particular, arrives unexpectedly and seems heavy for its size."
The parcel smells like chocolate.
When talking about cargo operations on an oil tanker, what is "topping off"?
Commencing discharge from another tank, to retain suction, when stripping a tank
Completing the loading of a tank to the required ullage
Filling a cargo tank to its maximum level without causing an overflow
Slow pumping a cargo tank at the commencement of discharge, to achieve a safe ullage, before starting discharge from other tanks