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In the IMDG EmS column, what does the first EmS code refer to?

The relevant spillage schedule of a particular substance.

The relevant fire schedule of a particular substance.

The properties of a particular substance.

The relevant sub-class of “Explosives” of a particular substance.

In general, what would extinguish corrosive substances on fire? Select all applicable answers:

Foam.

Water.

Dry powder.

Any extinguishing medium.

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To what substances does the term “Subsidiary Risk” apply? Select all applicable answers:

Substances that pose more than one hazard characteristic.

Substances that have a main and secondary hazard.

Substances that pose a risk.

Substances that ignite spontaneously.

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Which of the following options could be considered as a dangerous cargo chemical fire? Select all applicable answers:

Burning sodium.

Burning magnesium.

Burning potassium.

Burning paper.

Burning wood.

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A dangerous cargo has a flash point of 35 °C. Which option best describes the meaning of this statement?

The cargo will produce vapours at 35 °C.

At 35 °C the cargo will produce vapours that will ignite in air when in contact with an open flame.

At 35 °C the cargo will produce vapours that will automatically ignite in air.

Above 35 °C the cargo will produce vapours that will automatically ignite in air.

Below 35 °C the cargo will produce vapours that will automatically ignite in air.

What is the advantage of using the water screen over a conventional fire hose when fighting container fires? Select all applicable answers:

It can deliver water in a vertical range, of up to twenty meters.

It is made of more robust material than a fire hose.

It is guaranteed to extinguish container fires.

It allows fire-fighters to keep well clear of burning containers.

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With reference to the fire triangle, when would a fire occur?

When there is more heat and less oxygen.

When there is more oxygen and less heat.

When fuel is heated in a closed tank.

When heat, fuel and oxygen are present in the right combination.

In general, how would a rise in temperature affect hazardous chemicals? Select all applicable answers:

By heating the carrying containers.

By building up vapour pressures inside drums, or packages.

By de-stabilising chemical wastes.

By causing sparks – a source of ignition.

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Where would you expect to find fire-fighting requirements for ships carrying dangerous goods?

In SOLAS chapter II-2.

In SOLAS chapter III.

In SOLAS chapter VII.

In MARPOL chapter II.

When cooling a burning container of organic peroxides, what precaution should be exercised?

Stay as far away as possible.

Penetrate the container sidewalls.

Flood the container.

Have another fire-fighting team on stand-by.

When fighting container fires what is the purpose of flooding empty tanks adjacent to or inside a cargo hold on fire, with seawater?

To prevent the spread of fire.

To cool down essential structures.

To cool down burning containers.

To prevent the ship from being damaged.

What are the disadvantages of using portable fire extinguishers when fighting container fires? Select all applicable answers:

They are not suitable for extinguishing all types of burning cargoes.

They provide only limited amounts of fire-fighting substances.

They cannot be used to penetrate a container’s sidewalls.

They are used for fighting fires on deck only.

They do not perform well, when in close vicinity of a fire.

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With what would you extinguish a calcium hypochlorite container fire?

Water.

Dry chemicals.

Dry powder.

Foam.

What are some of the major shipboard fire-fighting concerns on modern ships? Select all applicable answers:

Ships not being properly equipped with fire-fighting means.

Not knowing how much water is safe to deal with a particular fire.

Being unable to penetrate a container, to extinguish burning cargo.

Crews not properly equipped to fight container fires.

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With regard to fighting a fire in a container, containing dangerous goods, what information is provided in the IMDG dangerous goods list? Select all applicable answers:

UN number of the cargo.

The proper shipping name of cargo.

The cargo emergency response procedures.

The cargo trade name.

Emergency telephone numbers of shore-based fire-fighters.

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Once a container catches fire how would you expect the fire to spread, without the flames being affected by wind?

Downwards.

Sideways.

Upwards.

In all directions.

When should a container not be accepted on board?

When you can see that there is leakage of content.

When there is no accompanying container certificate.

When you can see that the seal is damaged.

When you see indentations on the container.

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Why is it necessary to wear self-contained breathing apparatus prior to entering a cargo hold? Select all applicable answers:

Because of the company’s safety procedures.

Because undeclared containers may have been shipped in hazardous condition.

Because there could be methyl bromide gases present.

Because phosphine gas could be present.

Because excessive carbon dioxide gas could be present.

Because of the ISM Code requirements.

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Which of the following is recommended for tackling small fires involving flammable solids? Select all applicable answers:

Using water extinguishers.

Using steam.

Using foam extinguishers.

Using sand.

Using neutralising powders.

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What information would you need to enter the IMDG dangerous goods list? Select all applicable answers:

The “Not Otherwise Specified” (NOS) name of a particular substance.

The proper shipping name of a particular substance.

The UN number of a particular substance.

The trade name of a particular substance.

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What is a combustion triangle? Select all applicable answers:

A heat-fuel-oxygen triangle.

A fire triangle.

A model to understand the ingredients necessary for most fires.

A model to understand the ingredients necessary for container fires.

A model to understand the ingredients necessary for shipboard fires.

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When a corrosive substance decomposes to produce toxic gases, what remark will you find in the Dangerous Goods List?

When involved in a fire, decomposes at high temperature.

When involved in a fire, evolves toxic gases.

When involved in a fire, corrosive to mild steel.

When involved in a fire, a health hazard.

By what is a dangerous substance listed in the IMDG Dangerous Goods List?

Proper Shipping Name (PSN).

Trade name.

PSN and subsidiary name.

Abbreviated trade name.

When mixed with which of these substances can an oxidising agent spontaneously ignite? Select all applicable answers:

Flour.

Sawdust.

Oils.

Sugar.

Swarf.

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Which criteria are used together for assigning packaging groups to flammable liquids? Select all applicable answers:

Nature of hazard.

Boiling point.

Flashpoint.

Viscosity.

Element of risk.

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Under SOLAS, what is the requirement for cargo manifests, for ships carrying dangerous goods? Select all applicable answers:

There must be a special list that sets forth the dangerous goods on board.

The list must show the location of dangerous goods on board.

There must be a manifest that sets forth the dangerous goods on board.

The manifest must show the location of dangerous goods on board.

A detailed stowage plan may be carried.

Ships must carry a special list, manifest and a detailed stowage plan of dangerous goods on board.

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Why are fumigated units classified as dangerous goods? Select all applicable answers:

They have not been ventilated.

Harmful concentrations of gases remain within them.

Their doors have not been opened.

They contain pesticides.

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What should you remember when fighting chemical fires? Select all applicable answers:

Liquid chemicals may turn to gas.

Solid chemicals may turn to liquid or gas.

Many chemicals provide their own oxygen.

Heated chemicals leaking from a container could ignite cargoes in the containers below.

Chemical fires are very difficult to control.

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What are the advantages of the more robust types of water mist lances? Select all applicable answers:

They can penetrate steel containers.

They can reach the heart of the fire.

They supplement the use of fire hoses.

They can replace fire hoses.

They provide a form of protection to fire-fighters.

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In the EmS column of the IMDG Code, what is F-B?

Non-water-reactive flammable liquids.

Water-reactive substances.

Explosive substances and articles.

Oxidising substances with explosive potential.

A flammable liquid, which is also toxic, appears on a shipper’s declaration as class 3 (sub risk class 6.1). What would be the main concern to fire-fighters? Select all applicable answers:

The flammability of the substance.

Fire-fighting procedures associated with IMDG class 3 goods.

The toxicity of the substance.

Fire-fighting procedures associated with IMDG class 6 goods.

Fire-fighting procedures associated with IMDG classes 3 and 6 goods.

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What are flammable solids liable to? Select all applicable answers:

Deterioration.

Emitting hydrogen.

Spontaneous combustion.

Emitting flammable gases.

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What are the concerns when using carbon dioxide gas, for extinguishing under-deck fires aboard mega carriers? Select all applicable answers:

The supply of carbon dioxide gas is severely limited.

Carbon dioxide may be ineffective in extinguishing under-deck fires.

Large amounts of carbon dioxide gas are required.

The gas may leak via the hatch seals.

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What are the limitations of a lashing bridge, with respect to container fire-fighting operations?

It does not allow fire-fighters access to both ends of reefer containers.

It does not allow fire-fighters access to both ends of forty-eight foot containers.

It does not allow fire-fighters access to both ends of forty-foot containers.

It does not allow fire-fighters access to both ends of twenty-foot containers.

What is the correct fire-fighting procedure associated with burning Anhydrous Ammonia? Select all applicable answers:

Restrict cargo ventilation.

Lightly spray the exterior surfaces of burning containers with water.

Ventilate the fire.

Use dry chemical fire extinguishers.

Use self-contained breathing apparatus.

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Which of the following options could be considered to be elements of a fire triangle? Select all applicable answers:

Heat.

Fuel.

Oxidising agent.

Oxygen.

Combustible material.

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What determines “Class”, with respect to the carriage of dangerous cargo?

The nature of the cargo.

The property of the cargo as determined by scientific tests.

The susceptibility of a substance to catching fire.

The hazard, or most predominant hazard, the cargo presents during carriage.

Why is the EmS column in the IMDG dangerous goods list, important?

It contains codes referring to emergency fire schedules in the EmS Guide.

It contains codes referring to emergency medical procedures in the EmS Guide.

It provides specific information on fighting dangerous cargo fires.

It provides information on general emergency procedures for container fires.

What is the correct fire-fighting procedure associated with burning Ammonium Nitrate? Select all applicable answers:

Spray the exterior surfaces of burning containers with water.

Use thermal protective wear.

Approach the containers from downwind.

Approach the containers from upwind.

Use self-contained breathing apparatus.

Flood burning containers with water.

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Under burning cargo has been positively identified, what must you do? Select all applicable answers:

Cool adjacent containers.

Maintain a safe distance from the container on fire.

Fight the fire from as close as possible.

Use at least two fire-fighting teams.

Await master’s orders.

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For ships carrying poisonous substances, what does the IMDG Code provide? Select all applicable answers:

Fire-fighters should wear protective clothing.

Fire-fighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus.

Fire-fighters should stay as far as possible from such substances.

Fire-fighters should spray burning containers with water.

Fire-fighters should allow a fire to be extinguished on its own.

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In the IMDG Code, what class of cargoes are liable to spontaneous combustion?

Class 3.

Class 4.2.

Class 5.1.

Class 5.2.

A container of scrap metal catches fire. What should be your first reaction?

Open the container vents.

Seal the container vents.

Cool the container.

Flood the container with water.

If water ingresses into a container of drums, containing chemical wastes, what could be a source of ignition? Select all applicable answers:

Sparking.

Heat.

Friction between the cargo and packaging.

Contact between the cargo and the drum wall.

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What hazards are associated with the carriage of Ammonium Nitrate? Select all applicable answers:

It decomposes, emitting flammable vapours.

It starts heating uncontrollably.

It can burn vigorously or explode.

At certain temperatures it emits toxic fumes.

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What hazards are associated with the carriage of Calcium Hypochlorite? Select all applicable answers:

The cargo can explode.

The cargo can decompose and emit heat.

The cargo can emit both heat and oxygen affecting other containers.

A cargo fire cannot be extinguished.

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When fighting container fires, what precautions should be taken? Select all applicable answers:

Oil tanks adjacent to a cargo hold on fire, should be drained.

Fire-fighters should keep count of those involved in fire-fighting operations.

Proper communication must be ensured at all times.

When affected by heat, fire-fighters must pull back.

At least two escape routes must be available when fighting under-deck fires.

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What are the disadvantages of using mobile high expansion foam generators when fighting container fires? Select all applicable answers:

Foam cannot reach the heart of a container fire.

Foam is not very efficient in cooling the boundaries of enclosed spaces on fire.

Foam cannot effectively flood large spaces.

Foam generators must be attended to at all times.

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In the IMDG Code, how has the potential for harm to personnel, the environment or equipment been assessed? Select all applicable answers:

In terms of the chemical properties of dangerous goods.

In terms of the physical properties of dangerous goods.

In terms of the reactivity of dangerous goods.

In terms of the corrosiveness of dangerous goods.

In terms of the toxicity of dangerous goods.

In terms of the flammability of dangerous goods.

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What must a fire-fighter wear prior to entering an enclosed space? Select all applicable answers:

Proper footwear.

Safety helmet.

Self-contained breathing apparatus.

Protective clothing.

A gas mask.

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What general precautions should be exercised so as to minimise a fire risk on board ship? Select all applicable answers:

Never commence fire-fighting operations without master’s orders.

Never carry out repairs in any compartment containing explosives.

Special care should be exercised when carrying out repairs in adjacent compartments.

Never carry out welding in cargo spaces, unless in an emergency.

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What mobile fire-fighting equipment could be used to aid fire-fighting operations on board? Select all applicable answers:

Water curtains.

Hi-ex generators.

Water mist lances.

Portable water monitors.

Deluge systems.

Відповісти

Into how many hazard divisions are explosives sub-divided?

Three.

Four.

Five.

Six.

What are the additional fire safety measures for ships carrying dangerous goods? Select all applicable answers:

Segregation of dangerous goods.

Separation of dangerous goods from sources of ignition.

Provisions for appropriate personal protective equipment.

Provisions for fire protection systems to protect the ship from added fire hazards.

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Where would you expect to find the “Class” of a particular dangerous cargo? Select all applicable answers:

In the ship’s stowage plan.

In the Dangerous Goods Manifest.

In the IMDG Code.

In the IMDG Dangerous Goods List.

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What needs to be displayed on a fumigated container? Select all applicable answers:

The IMDG fumigation warning sign.

The name of the fumigant.

The date the fumigant was applied.

The name of the shipper.

The name of the consignee.

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Choose the combination of actions given in the options by which you are most likely to extinguish a reefer container electrical fire? Select all applicable answers:

By turning off the electrical supply to the container.

Using, preferably, a portable dry powder fire extinguisher.

Using a foam fire extinguisher.

Using a chemical fire extinguisher.

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A ship’s response to a container fire will be carried out in accordance with the shipboard emergency plan. Where will you find more detailed procedures for fighting container fires?

SOPEP manual.

SOLAS 74.

IMDG EmS Guide.

Ship’s fire plan.

What information would you find in the introduction to the EmS Guide? Select all applicable answers:

Preparations to minimise and/or reduce a fire risk on board.

Steps to identify the dangerous good(s) and their properties in the event of a fire.

Steps to be taken to cool and exclude oxygen when fighting a fire.

Significant steps to be taken when responding to a dangerous goods fire.

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With regard to containers, what general precautions should be exercised? Select all applicable answers:

Rusty containers should be rejected.

Damaged or leaking containers should be rejected.

Reefer container power cables should be in good condition.

Container sides must not permit the passage of vapours.

Відповісти

With respect to oxidising substances, what makes fire-fighting difficult? Select all applicable answers:

The emission of oxygen.

The supply of oxygen.

The likelihood of an explosion.

The rapid spread of fire.

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With respect to detection systems, for ships carrying dangerous goods, what do the SOLAS regulations state? Select all applicable answers:

Cargo spaces must be fitted with a fixed fire detection and fire alarm system.

Cargo spaces may be fitted with a sample extraction smoke detection system.

A sample extraction smoke detection system must prevent the leakage of toxic fumes into occupied areas.

Ro-Ro spaces must be fitted with a fixed fire detection and fire alarm system.

Ro-Ro spaces may be fitted with a sample extraction smoke detection system.

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What are self-igniting substances? Select all applicable answers:

Substances that ignite by applying an external flame or spark.

Substances that ignite without applying an external flame.

Substances that ignite without applying a spark.

Materials that ignite without applying a spark.

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What dangers are associated with the carriage of empty tank containers? Select all applicable answers:

They are not properly labelled.

They are not always empty and have been found to contain cargo residues.

An empty container could produce dangerous air-vapour mixtures.

When stowed close to a burning container there could be a high risk of explosion.

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Which class of dangerous goods is associated with the term “Flashpoint”?

Flammable Solids.

Flammable or inflammable liquids.

Explosives.

Oxidising substances.

What is a proper shipping name? Select all applicable answers:

A name provided by a shipper.

The technical name of a product listed in column 2 of the IMDG.

A Not Otherwise Specified name.

An abbreviated trade name.

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Why are escaping gases from containerised cargoes, dangerous? Select all applicable answers:

Because, if conditions are favourable, they may cause an explosion.

Because they may give rise to explosive mixtures with air.

Because they give no warning of an outbreak of fire.

Because they pressurise the container walls.

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What precautions are recommended when carrying Calcium Hypochlorite? Select all applicable answers:

Containers should be stowed on-deck.

Containers should be stowed clear of living quarters.

Containers should be stowed on-deck, away from sources of heat.

Containers should be stowed under-deck.

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Where would you find a list of certain substances forbidden for transport?

In Chapter 6 of SOLAS 74.

In Chapter 3.3 of the IMDG Code.

In the appendix to the ISM Code.

In the United Nations Convention on Law of the Sea.

What would you expect could happen if water ingresses into a container of drums containing chemicals? Select all applicable answers:

There could be a reaction between the water and the cargo.

Hydrogen gas could be produced.

There could be an explosion.

There would not be a build-up of pressure.

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What is the greatest risk in the handling and transport of goods of class 1? Select all applicable answers:

The cargo being carried in package form.

Fire from a source external to the goods.

Explosions.

Hazards to personnel.

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By what other names is Calcium Hypochlorite shipped? Select all applicable answers:

B-K Powder.

Bleaching powder.

Calcium hypochloride.

Calcium oxychloride.

Chloride of lime.

Chlorinated lime.

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What are the advantages of using mobile high expansion foam generators when fighting container fires? Select all applicable answers:

Foam can reach the heart of a container fire.

Foam can be used in a hold, where a ship’s hatch covers have been damaged.

Large spaces can be flooded in a relatively short time.

Some types of high expansion foam generator can be left unattended at the scene of fire.

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What is the danger associated with carrying radioactive substances in sound plastic bags? Select all applicable answers:

The contents of the bags could react with the plastic.

The bags could allow diffusion of contents.

Static electricity could be produced.

The plastic packaging will catch fire.

What personal injuries can burning anhydrouns ammonia cause? Select all applicable answers:

Severe burns, upon contact.

Loss of eyesight.

Severe damage to respiratory membranes.

Numbness.

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With respect to container fire-fighting operations on board, what is the concern regarding megaships? Select all applicable answers:

There are fixed innovation systems on board.

The fixed innovation systems make fire-fighting operations easier.

The larger crews also make fire-fighting operations easier.

As these ships become bigger, their crews become smaller.

Fire-fighting operations are extremely labour-intensive.

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Once a container catches fire, what could happen to the container above it? Select all applicable answers:

It would be affected by heat.

It would lose strength.

It could collapse.

Its cargo could catch fire.

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With reference to the text, what are oxidising substances sensitive to? Select all applicable answers:

Chemical Reactions.

Impact.

Spontaneous ignition.

Rise in temperature.

Decomposition under certain conditions.

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What are some of the major shipboard concerns when fighting container fires? Select all applicable answers:

Deciding upon a safe distance from which to fight a fire.

Not knowing whether there are stowaways in containers.

The possibility of a sudden flare-up of under-deck fires.

Communications.

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In the IMDG EmS column, what does an underlined EmS code indicate? Select all applicable answers:

A hazardous substance.

Hazardous material.

A substance for which additional advice is given in the emergency response procedures.

A material for which additional advice is given in the emergency response procedures.

An article for which additional advice is given in the emergency response procedures.

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