Тест по Ship to Ship transfer operations (CES v5.0)

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Which five of the following conditions have to be considered when a location for STS transfer operation that allows for drifting or steaming during transfer is being planned?

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The tidal current condition.; Sufficient sea room.; Safe distance to offshore installations.; The need to notify and obtain approval from coastal authority.; The availability of a safe zone free from small craft.

According to the requirements contained in, the MARPOL Annex I – STS Plan, the national and local authorities should be notified prior to the commencement of an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation. How much notice is required for such an operation?

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48 hours.

In relation to STS (ship to ship) transfer operation, select the three methods by which personal would be permitted to transfer between the ships? Select all applicable answers:

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By ship’s crane suitable for this task, using a certified personnel basket and an experienced crane operator.; By lightweight, insulated gangway fitted with rails, safety net and securing ropes.; By workboat transfer.

In relation to STS (ship to ship) transfer operations which two of the given options are considered as “organisers” as defined in the module?

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STS agency.; STS service provider.

In relation to STS (ship to ship) transfer operations who should fill in the STS Check List no. 1?

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Ship Owners/Operators.

In relation to STS (ship to ship) transfer operations when should the STS Check-List no. 5 be completed?

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Before unmooring.

In relation to STS (ship to ship) transfer operations when should the STS Check-List no. 3 completed and confirmed?

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Before run in and mooring commences.

In relation to STS (ship to ship) transfer operations when should the STS Check-List no. 4 be completed?

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When both ships are securely moored and before cargo transfer starts.

In relation to STS (ship to ship) transfer operations when should the STS Check-List no. 2 be completed and confirmed?

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Before operations commences.

In relation to STS (ship to ship) transfer operations, which of the given options identifies a common feature that is required for both a dedicated ship and an established ship?

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Both must have an experienced crew.

Select the option which best describes the preferred procedure to adopt when unmooring and un-berthing following an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation carried out with both vessels under way:

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Keep the wind and sea on the port side when unmooring, then bring the two ships to head into the wind in order to spread them apart.

Select the option which best describes the type of communication which is recommended between the two ships during STS (ship to ship) transfer operation?

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Intrinsically safe VHF/UHF plus visual/voice contact.

Select the three options that identify the intervals at which the fenders used in STS (ship to ship) transfer operation should normally be visually inspected:

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Prior to each transfer.; Annually.; After each transfer.

Select the three options which detail the factors that will influence a mooring plan for STS (ship to ship) transfer operations:

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Size of each ship and the difference between their sizes.; Expected difference in freeboard and displacement.; The efficiency of mooring line leads available.

Select the two options which best describe the patterns that are usually employed when positioning fenders on larger ships involved in STS (ship to ship) transfer operations?

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4 primary fenders rigged in one string at equal distance and 1 secondary fender fore and aft.; 4 primary fenders rigged in pairs clear from manifold areas and 1 secondary fore and aft.

Select the two options which identify the publications which contain the requirements and recommendations to be followed in order to plan and execute an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation?

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MARPOL Annex I, STS Transfer Guide (ICS/OCIMF).; International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals.

Select the two options which identify the test and maintenance requirements for cargo hoses carried on board for the use in STS (ship to ship) transfer operations:

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Pressure test on board every 6 months and a test record to be kept on board.; Regularly inspected for damages and deterioration and a record of inspections to be kept on board.

Select the two options which identify who has a responsibility for carrying out a risk assessment prior to an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation:

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Both ships Masters.; The person in overall advisory control.

Select from the given options the main reason indicated in the module as to why STS (ship to ship) transfer operations are carried out?

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A shortage of suitable terminals in the region means an STS (ship to ship) transfer area will allow effective distribution of part cargoes to local reception facilities.

Under which maritime law and regulation are STS (ship to ship) transfer operations covered?

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MARPOL Annex I.

What is a risk mitigation and contingency plan in relation to STS (ship to ship) transfer operation?

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It is a product of a risk assessment.

What should be the first action to be taken if a cargo leakage or spill is observed during an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation?

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Report to the officer in charge in order to stop the transfer in a controlled manner.

What speed is recommended for two ships manoeuvring alongside each other while underway as part of an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation?

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4 to 5 knots.

When an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation is being carried out at anchor, according to which of the publications given in the options is it required to maintain anchor watch?

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STCW.

When an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation is planned who is responsible for informing the local authority?

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The master of each ship.

When berthing alongside an anchored ship, in preparation for an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation, which ship will normally deploy the lines?

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The manoeuvring ship.

When two ships are manoeuvring alongside underway, in preparation for an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation, from which direction is it recommended to keep wind and sea?

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On the port bow of the constant heading ship.

When two ships are manoeuvring alongside underway, in preparation for an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation, what is the main reason for securing the forward head and spring lines first?

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Because the forward motion of the ships driving the water between them can push the bows apart.

Whenever possible STS (ship to ship) transfer operations should be carried out in daylight conditions, if, however, it is decided to carry out such operations at night which one of the given options is required in order to make such operation acceptable?

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Personnel involved must have suitable experience in night STS transfer operations and all parties must agree.

Which contingency plan should be activated in the event of an oil spill during an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation within the Dominican Republic EEZ?

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Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan (SOPEP).

Which daylight signal is required to be hoisted during the STS (ship to ship) transfer operations?

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Two black balls with a diamond shape in the middle.

Which factor would have a vital influence on the unmooring operation following an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation with one ship at anchor?

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A change of tide.

Which fender type is most commonly used as primary fender for STS (ship to ship) transfer operations?

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High pressure pneumatic.

Which four important factors need to be considered when selecting the correct fender type to be used for an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation?

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Berthing speed/berthing velocity.; Sea and swell conditions.; Size of ships involved.; Weather conditions.

Which one of the actions given in the options should be taken if communication is lost during an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation?

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Sound the emergency signal and suspend all operations if safe to do so. Transfer operations should not be resumed until communication is restored.

Which one of the actions given in the options should be taken if communication breakdown occurs during a closing up manoeuvre as part of an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation?

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The manoeuvre should be aborted if appropriate and safe to do so and further actions to be indicated by whistle signals according to COLREG recommendations.

Which ships used for STS (ship to ship) transfer operations are required to have closed fairleads within 35 meters fore and aft of the centre of the starboard manifold?

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All tankers over 160 000 dwt.

Who is normally “the person in overall advisory control” of an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation?

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An STS Superintendent or one of the ship’s Masters.

Who is responsible for the STS (ship to ship) transfer operation?

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Each master is responsible for his ship.

Who is responsible for the correct positioning of the fenders for an STS (ship to ship) transfer operation being carried out underway?

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The person in overall advisory control.

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