Test online CES 5.1 for 3rd-Eng/4rd-Eng

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1

Among working conditions listed below which one is required for every propulsion engine of lifeboats?

Correct answer:

Propeller disengaged and ahead or astern propulsion

Your Answer:

Self-starting and launch procedure simultaneous
2

Which one of the listed requirements regarding the stowage of a survival craft corresponds to present SOLAS regulations? Each survival craft shall *be stowed:

Your answer is correct:

In a secure and sheltered position and protected from damage by fire or explosion
3

Which one of the listed requirements regarding lifeboat propulsion do not correspond to present regulations?

Your answer is correct:

The engine shall be provided with an electric power starting system with rechargeable energy batteries
4

Which one of the listed requirements regarding partially enclosed lifeboats do not correspond to present regulations? The canopy between rigid covers shall be so arranged that:

Your answer is correct:

it has windows to admit sufficient daylight inside the lifeboat with the canopy closed
5

Give the meaning of the following symbol

Your answer is correct:

Line throwing appliance
6

What is the minimum number of channels required for the portable two-way VHF's for survival craft?

Your answer is correct:

Channels 6, 13 & 16
7

A class "D" fire involves what type of material?

Your answer is correct:

Metals
8

Which fire-fighting equipment is most efficient and with least side effects in case of a large fire in the engine room?

Your answer is correct:

Central gas extinguishing system and/or waterfog.
9

*Which of the following is an haloganated hydrocarbon that can be found onboard existing ships as an extinguishing agent for a fixed system?

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1301
10

*At what time must an automatic sprinkler fire-extinguishing system be capable of immediate operation?

Your answer is correct:

At all times
11

When a fire breaks out in the accommodation, cargo holds or on deck, who is in charge of the fire fighting operations?

Correct answer:

The person who is designated in the muster list

Your Answer:

The chief officer
12

The display of the DSC-controller on board is showing the following lines: TX call:Selectiveto: 02114200 Category: RoutineUSB:telephony DSC Tx 2189.5 kHz save>send< This DSC-message must be transmitted in the mode:

Your answer is correct:

F1B
13

By a vessel in distress a SART is used. This SART is seen on the screen of a:

Your answer is correct:

3 cm radar
14

By the term “Stand by” the operator of a coast-station means that one should:

Your answer is correct:

Wait until the coast-station calls again
15

When cleaning cargo tanks with portable machines, how is the machine grounded?

Your answer is correct:

The water supply hoses contain internal wires that act as conductors
16

Notification logging procedures .(OPA-90)

Your answer is correct:

Every report or message must be logged including time and date
17

You are on ship A. What would you do before meeting ship B?

Your answer is correct:

Stop the engine before meeting, and apply engine during meeting
18

You are in confined waters. Is there any danger in the situation sketched below if you should lose engine power?

Your answer is correct:

Your ship will sheer to starboard rather quickly with the possible consequence of grounding
19

A ship is equipped with a right-handed fixed pitch propeller, which when going from Full Ahead to Full Astern will make the ship sheer to starboard. Can anything be done to reduce this change in heading?

Your answer is correct:

The rudder can be put to Hard to Port to reduce the water flow to the right side of the propeller
20

Should recommended route information be used in conjunction with weather routing?

Your answer is correct:

Yes
21

Which of the following is the correct minimum carriage requirement for a ship of more than 300 gross tons and operating in area A:

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1VHF RT + DSC+ DSC watch receiver – 1 or 2 SART – 1 NAVTEX or 1 EGC receiver – 2 or 3 VHF portable – 1 EPIRB – 1 MF RT + DSC+ DSC watch receiver
22

What VHF-channel is according to the rules of the GMDSS, appointed for mutual radiotraffic between ships at sea (with the exception of co-ordination of shipping movements and other kinds of communication …………… to safety:

Your answer is correct:

channel 06
23

What should not be found on the muster list ?

Your answer is correct:

the name of each inoccupants (passengers included, if any)
24

In a distress situation and immediately after the distress signal has been sounded, what is the next action to be taken by the Chief Officer on duty?

Your answer is correct:

Use the intercom to inform crew and passengers of the reason for the alarm
25

According to SOLAS, every persons assigned to crew the rescue boat or assigned to the marine evacuation system party shall be provided with:

Your answer is correct:

an immersion suit or an anti-exposure suit
26

Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every lifeboat ?

Correct answer:

two buoyant smoke signals

Your Answer:

sea-charts and navigating equipment
27

Which one of the listed requirements regarding rescue boats do not correspond to present regulations? Rescue boats shall:

Correct answer:

have self-bailing arrangements

Your Answer:

have permanent arrangement for towing
28

Which of the following actions should be done before throwing this type of inflatable liferaft over the side?

Your answer is correct:

Check that the painter is made fast to a secure point and that the sea below is clear
29

Who is the leader of the lifeboat drill (abandon ship drill)?

Your answer is correct:

The appointed lifeboat commander.
30

*How much water per person is provided in a liferaft not equipped with a desalting apparatus?

Correct answer:

1.5 litre

Your Answer:

3 litres
31

Which of the following detailed explanations should be mentioned in the Training Manual ?

Your answer is correct:

The use of all survival equipment
32

A bulk carrier is loading to complete on summer draught of 10.00m when in salt water; the vessel is loading in river water; The dock water allowance is 80mm ; the maximum draught when loading is completed is??

Your answer is correct:

10.08 metres
33

Which of the given options characterizes a 2-stroke diesel engine ?

Your answer is correct:

A 2 stroke engine completes a full cycle every revolution.
34

Why do blunt knives cause accidents?

Your answer is correct:

Because they require more pressure to be used and are more likely to slip.
35

The majority of medium speed main propulsion installations incorporate a reduction gearbox between the engine and the propeller shaft. Why is this arrangement usually required?

Your answer is correct:

So that the propeller operates in a relatively efficient speed range.
36

You are burning garbage containing plastics. What shall you do with the ashes from the vessel's incinerator?

Your answer is correct:

Discharge the ashes to a shore facility
37

Which of the following parameters will result in oscillation

Your answer is correct:

Too high amplification
38

To minimise the risk of damage what type of tools should be used to clean boiler burner tips?

Correct answer:

Brass tools.

Your Answer:

Steel tools.
39

What is the purpose of the girders in the tank?

Your answer is correct:

They support the stiffeners and also take up some of the sea force.
40

The ship is en route. When may passengers visit the bridge?

Your answer is correct:

Passengers are not allowed to visit the bridge while the ship is en route
41

Shortly after starting up a fuel oil purifier oil is seen to be trickling out of the sludge outlet. Which of the options given is the most likely cause of this problem?

Your answer is correct:

Damaged bowl seal.
42

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?

Your answer is correct:

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.
43

What is the time limit for abandonment of passenger ships?

Your answer is correct:

30 minutes from the time the abandon ship signal is given
44

On a Container vessel, who is responsible for the safe lashing and securing of containers?

Your answer is correct:

The master
45

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?

Your answer is correct:

Attempt to diplomatically avoid taking any actions that would put the ship or crew into danger and call the Chief Officer for assistance.
46

What is the definition of an "independent" cargo tank?

Correct answer:

One which is not contiguous with, or part of the hull structure.

Your Answer:

One which is not subject to the requirements of the IBC Code in respect of the loading and carriage of hazardous liquid cargoes.
47

On what criteria is the Threshold Limit Value (TWA) based?

Your answer is correct:

The time-weighted concentration of a substance to which a worker may be repeatedly exposed for a normal 8 hour working day and 40 hour week without adverse health effects.
48

What is the meaning of the term "Steady as she goes" when acting as helmsman?

Your answer is correct:

While altering the ships head, the instruction "steady as she goes" means reduce the ships swing as rapidly as possible and steady on present course
49

What is the purpose of a draught survey before and after loading on a Bulk Carrier?

Your answer is correct:

To ascertain the actual weight of cargo loaded
50

A high speed diesel engine operates with a monobloc inline high pressure fuel pump consisting of a number of helical type pump units contained in a single housing. From the options given select the method which is the most common one available for adjusting the fuel timing onboard where no specialist setting up equipment is available.

Your answer is correct:

Adjustment of the drive coupling to the driven coupling for the HP fuel pump using reference marks to No 1 cylinder TDC.
51

Why do all gas carriers have deepwell or submersible cargo pumps?

Your answer is correct:

It is not permitted to have cargo pomp-room below the upper deck.
52

When cargo discharge reaches stripping levels on an oil tanker, it is necessary to reduce the inert gas pressure. Why is this?

Your answer is correct:

To minimise blowback.
53

What should you do in case of any fire breaks out?

Your answer is correct:

Alert the bridge, Rescue human life, Extinguish if possible by use of available fire fighting-fighting appliances, Secure the area/ damage control
54

A 3-phase induction motor is rated at 200 A Full loadline current. Its initial direct- on-line starting current will be approximately:

Your answer is correct:

1000 A
55

The ship's crew are supervising the stevedores loading a non-palletized, break bulk cargo of fruit packed in cartons onto a conventional reefer vessel. Select the best type of stow to achieve good carriage conditions for the cargo from the options given.

Your answer is correct:

A tight stow leaving no space between the cartons so that the cold air is forced through the fruit in the cartons.
56

Which of the following is not designed to hold chain lashings?

Your answer is correct:

Crinkle bars
57

What extra precautions should be taken by the officers and crew if some of the passengers are disabled, i.e. using wheelchair, cane, blind etc.?

Your answer is correct:

All passengers that will require extra assistance, also in case of an emergency situation/ evacuation, must be registered in order to allocate crew to assist them if needed.
58

Emergency instructions in appropriate languages shall be posted in passenger cabins. Which information shall as a minimum be included in the emergency instructions?

Your answer is correct:

The method of donning life-jackets, escape routes and alarm signals
59

What determines the size of the "sump" in a chemical tanker's cargo tank?

Your answer is correct:

When combined with the estimated residues on the bulkheads and in the associated pipelines, the quantity of residues remaining in the sump must be below the maximum quantity remaining after discharge as permitted by law.
60

A 2 term controller is used to control the fuel oil temperature for a thermal oil system used for heating services. The control is very unstable with the measured value hunting constantly. Select the most probable cause of this problem from the options given.

Your answer is correct:

Integral action reset time is set too fast.
61

Conventional reefer vessels are usually designed with fine lines and large flared bows. Consequently, in adverse weather conditions, especially from forward of the beam, the navigating officers need to be mainly aware of which of the given options?

Your answer is correct:

This type of vessel is prone to large hull deflections which may result in structural damage.
62

What name is given to the technique of combining a light mixture with a heavier one, without beating or stirring, but lifting gently from underneath with a spatula or spoon, in an "over and over" circular motion?

Your answer is correct:

Folding.
63

To what Proof Load is a 30T SWL derrick tested?

Your answer is correct:

35T
64

Which of the following is an acceptable method of controlling the cargo tank pressure when loading a liquefied gas carrier?

Your answer is correct:

Through a vapour return to shore connection.
65

On a RoRo vessel, what should be done if a non dangerous goods ro-ro unit is found stowed in an incorrect location?

Your answer is correct:

Mark the unit and amend the stowage plan whilst informing the Master and company
66

A piston ring set for a trunk piston engine often includes a slotted ring tensioned by an internal spring. What is the purpose of this type of piston ring?

Your answer is correct:

It is an oil control ring.
67

You have made a turning circle at full speed in deep water. You are now going to make one with initial speed, slow ahead. Do you think the diameter will differ from that of initial full ahead?

Your answer is correct:

The diameter will be the same whatever initial speed we have when starting the turn
68

Which of the following is the purpose behind holding a pre-cargo transfer meeting before discharging a number of chemical grades?

Your answer is correct:

To ensure that all personnel involved are aware of the details of the proposed cargo operation, the services required and the safety considerations.
69

In terms of an oil tanker fitted with two slop tanks, how are they commonly referred to?

Your answer is correct:

Primary slop tank and secondary slop tank
70

What must be done before dock workers and stevedores are allowed on board a General Cargo vessel?

Your answer is correct:

Identification and passes must checked and number of persons on board recorded
71

Where would you look for a summary of important safety and handling information on a cargo loaded on your ship?

Your answer is correct:

The Material Safety Data Sheet
72

Which one of the following liquefied gas cargoes is considered as presenting a toxic hazard according to the IMO Gas Codes?

Your answer is correct:

Ammonia.
73

What effect would a blocked steam connection to a boiler water level gauge glass have on the visible water level in the glass?

Your answer is correct:

The level in the glass would be higher than the actual level in the boiler
74

An attempt is made to remove a ball bearing from a pump shaft using a hydraulic cylinder type bearing puller. It is noticed that the puller legs are starting to bend but there is no sign of the bearing moving. What action should be taken?

Your answer is correct:

Remove the puller and try and warm up the bearing and cool down the shaft a little before trying the puller again.
75

Which Code applies to the design, construction, equipment and operation of ships certified to carry Noxious Liquid Substances in bulk constructed on or after 1st July 1986?

Your answer is correct:

The International Bulk Chemical Code (the IBC Code).
76

The Chief Engineer tells you to carry out Hot work on deck. What kind of permit do you need?

Your answer is correct:

Hot work permit
77

Reefer vessels form part of the 'cold chain' in the transport of perishable goods from the producer to the consumer. There are times when hatches have to remain open in less than perfect conditions, for example strong winds. There are steps that can be taken however to mitigate the effects of this on cargo that has already been loaded. Which of the options given could be considered to be the most important measure to counter the effect of such conditions?

Your answer is correct:

Cover the stow with a Tenasco (heavy plastic) sheet where possible to protect it from the wind.
78

On a RoRo vessel, who is responsible for discussing the cargo plan with duty crew members?

Your answer is correct:

The ship's cargo or duty officer
79

The circuit shows a full-wave bridge rectifier. Which electronic component will you connect between 'a' and 'b' in order to obtain reduced ripple voltage to the load RL.

Your answer is correct:

Capacitor
80

One of the Main Engine cooling pumps is down for maintenance. The rest of the cooling pumps are operating near full capacity with minimum margins on the maximum temperature limit. What should be the correct action to take with regard to UMS operation?

Your answer is correct:

Operate the engine room on manual mode until the maintenance is completed and the cooling pump is operational and switched to stand-by mode.
81

The engines have failed and will require at least 24 hours to be available as a reliable means of propulsion. Your vessel is about 20 miles off the coast in a tidal area. What are the initial steps that should be taken to ensure the safety of the ship?

Your answer is correct:

Display NUC lights and investigate the tidal flow over the next 24 hours and the probable drift of the vessel.
82

When a crew member maintains a good standard of individual cleanliness and avoids contact with sources of contamination, which of the following is he said to observing?

Your answer is correct:

Personal hygiene.
83

Which person is qualified to carry out a five yearly thorough survey of cargo gear on a General Cargo vessel?

Your answer is correct:

A classification society surveyor
84

Give the meaning of the following symbol

Correct answer:

Space protected by foam

Your Answer:

Fire pump
85

Why is it so important to suck back as much freon liquid as possible from the evaporators, before You stop the compressor?

Your answer is correct:

To avoid liquid coming back to the compressor during start up.
86

Which separator operation conditions should be avoided?

Your answer is correct:

Dry running of the pump, high temperature of the contents and various flowrate.
87

The exhaust gas temperature is too high in all cylinders because of:

Your answer is correct:

Charge air pressure is too low.
88

If abnormal vibration occurs, what will You do?

Your answer is correct:

Stop the purifier immediately.
89

Some 4-stroke engines are fitted with a rotorcap on the cylinder head valves. For what reason?

Your answer is correct:

Improve the scaling surface function, increase the service time of the exhaust valve in the engine.
90

Do you think increased temperature of the mixture would improve the separation of oil and water?

Your answer is correct:

Yes