What is a hydrostatic release unit?
A unit for inflating the liferaft
A unit which automatically releases all securing when abandoning the vessel
A unit which automatically releases the liferaft/lifeboat at a depth of approx 4 metres
An important part connected to the sea anchor
In case of a fire inside the Acetylene-line in the ac/ox gas welding equipment, what action is deemed necessary?
Close valves on Acetylene bottle(s).
Close Acetylene valve in the workshop.
Close the valves on both the Acetylene and the Oxygen bottles.
The temperature control system of the crankshaft bearings of the main engine indicates high temperature. What would be the correct action to be taken with regard to opening and checking of the crankcase?
Stop the engine immediately and keep the luboil pump running for at least 20 minutes before opening the crankcase?
Stop the engine and open crankcase down immediately for inspection.
Stop the engine immediately, stop the luboil pump, and inspect the crankcase after 5 minutes.
Reduce the RPM to a minimum and open the crankcase doors carefully.
Halons are decomposed in toxic products when they are applied at temperatures near
Instructions for "Preparation for welding or hot work in cargo tanks" is laid down by the Norwegian Maritime Directorate. Which of the following requirements regarding welding or hot work corresponds to these instructions?
An extract from the log book regarding the decision and the reason for it shall be sent to the Norwegian Maritime Directorate.
The safety delegate is responsible for all types of welding and hot work on board the ship.
If it is decided that work shall be carried out, the decision and the reason for it shall be entered in the ship-s log book.
Before welding or hot work is started, all persons taking part in the work shall meet.
Which of the following services is not provided by INMARSAT A
What comprises an INMARSAT-B subscriber number?
Nine digits, beginning with the country code associated with the country in which the vessel is registered.
Nine digits, beginning with a four (4).
Nine digits, beginning with a three (3).
Seven digits, beginning with a one (1).
What is the name of the reference manual, jointly produced by the International Maritime Organization and the International Civil Aviation Authority, which currently outlines the organization and management of search and rescue activities at sea?
The Search and Rescue (IMOSAR) Manual.
The Internation Maritime Search and Rescue (IMARSAR) Manual.
The International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual.
The Merchant Ship Search and Rescue (MERSAR) Manual.
Which of the following is a SART transponder frequency :
" On area A2 the function "" Transmission and reception of signals for locating "" is mainly based on:"
the use of SARSAT COSPAS Epirbs
the use of INMARSAT Epirbs
the use of SART transponders
What is a MSDS ?
The captain`s diary which contain all information regarding the crew. It should be posted in public areas so the crewmembers have access to the necessary information.
A publication which contain all information regarding the company`s requirement for the shipment of the product in question. It should be posted in public areas so the crewmembers have access to the necessary information.
A publication which contain all information regarding the cargo owner`s requirement for the shipment of the product in question. It should be posted in public areas so the crewmembers have access to the necessary information.
A publication which contain all information regarding the product in question and should be posted in public areas so all crewmembers have access to the necessary information.
What is true if a chemical has a odor value (ov) of 10 ppm and a threshold value (tlv) of 5 ppm.
You will smell it before it will do you any harm.
It`s safe to stay in a area with a consentration of 7 ppm.
You will get harmed by the fumes before you are able to smell it.
You will not be poisoned before the consentration reaches 10 ppm.
What should be applicable to tank cleaning operations by means of circulation products with low flash products (below 60° C) ?
It can be done without problems.
It can be done on stainless steel tanks only and if the tank cleaning hoses are grounded.
It can be done if the tankcleaning hoses are grounded.
It should be avoided, unless the tank atmosphere is inerted.
Which one of the listed tasks do not necessarily have to be included in onboard training and instruction of crew members? (SOLAS III/18.4 - 18.5)
Onboard training and instruction shall be given in addition to regular abandon ship drills
Onboard training shall be recorded in the ship's log book
Training in use of lifesaving appliances shall be given as soon as possible, but not later than two weeks after joining the ship
instructions may cover different parts of the lifesaving system, but all lifesaving appliances shall be covered within two months after joining the ship
A Cargo Ship Construction Certificate will be issued for :
A period not exceeding 12 months
A period not exceeding 48 months
A period not exceeding 6 months
A period not exceeding 24 months
You are taking fuel on your vessel in the US when you notice oil on the water around your vessel. You are to stop taking fuel and:
Notify the US Coast Guard
Notify the Corps of Engineers
Begin clean up operations
You are on a vessel 10 nautical miles off the coast of Nigeria, West Africa. Are you allowed to dump empty glass bottles overboard ?
Yes, glass bottles can be dumped overboard
Yes, the bottles can be dumped if they are ground so that the resulting particles can pass through a screen with 25 mm openings
No, glass bottles can not be dumped overboard
Yes, the bottles can be dumped if they are ground so that the resulting particles can pass through a screen with 50 mm openings
If you are ordering chain for use as 'Chain Stoppers' on mooring wires, the length of chain usually recommended for use in each stopper is:
If a shipping company wants to be attractive to clients, it must be able to provide?
Provide efficient and reliable service
In accordance with GMDSS rules, the frequency 2187.5 kHz is used for:
The ship-shore HF-telephone-channel 2228 consists of the frequencies 22081.0 kHz and 22777.0 kHz. In case of manual operation, one should tune the receiver on:
the common receiving frequency for the 22 mHz band
The ship-shore HF-telephone-channel 1615 consists of the frequencies 16402.0 kHz and 17284.0 kHz. In case of manual operation, one should tune the receiver on:
the common receiving frequency for the 16 MH2 band
Define the class of emission J3E :
Radiotelex and DSC - Phase modulation
Radiotelephony - Single sideband full carrier
Radiotelephony - Single sideband suppressed carrier
Radiotelex and DSC - Frequency shift keying of carrier with error correction
Which of the following are SARSAT COSPAS EPIRB frequencies :
*Which of the following information shall be specified by the muster list ?
the muster list has been prepared and approved by the Administration before the ship proceeds to sea
which officers are assigned to ensure that life-saving and fire-fighting appliances are maintained in good condition
the abandon ship signal consisting of two long blasts
the specific duties assigned to passengers that are in charge of a group of others
Give the meaning of this symbol:
lifebuoy with light and smoke
lifebuoy with light and water dye marker
lifebuoy with light and hand flare
lifebuoy with line and hand flare
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
location of embarkation ladder
lower embarkation ladder to water
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
What is the meaning of this symbol:
*How much lifeboat capacity should be provided on a conventional cargo ship of more than 85 meters in length ?
125% of the ship-s complement on each side
150% of the ship-s complement on each side
100% of the ship-s complement on each side
50% of the ship-s complement on each side
*In a distress situation and immediately after the distress signal has been sounded, what next action should be taken by the officer on duty ?
send distress signal to call for help
use the VHF radio telephone to ask ships in the vicinity to stand by
use the intercom to inform crew and passengers of the reason for the alarm
call the nearest coast radio station
Which one of the listed requirements regarding life-saving appliances corresponds to present regulations?
All prescribed life-saving appliances shall be made of non-combustible or fire retardant material
All prescribed life-saving appliances shall have marking in red colour
All prescribed life-saving appliances shall be of such a colour that they are in contrast to the surrounding colour
All prescribed life-saving appliances shall be fitted with the manufacturers name and Logo
Which of the following fittings shall be provided to all lifeboats:
permanent boarding arrangements on both sides to enable persons in the water to board the lifeboat
a non-skid finish on all surfaces on which persons might walk
a remotely operated steering arrangement
an electric power starting system for the propulsion engine with one rechargeable energy source
Which item among those below is included in the normal equipment of every lifeboat ?
a rustproof graduated drinking vessel
one life-jacket for each person
sea-charts and navigating equipment
What is the purpose of the "Bowsing tackle" (block and tackle) supplied at each end of the lifeboat?
It enables the boat to be secured to the embarkation deck so that the wire falls can be released for changing or end for ending
It is a general purpose tackle to be used in any type of emergency
It keeps the boat alongside the embarkation deck so that the tracing pennants can be released
It is designed to pull the boat alongside the embarkation deck after the tracing pennants have been released
*Give the meaning of the following symbol
Davit launched rescue boat
Give the meaning of the following symbol
Survival craft portable radio
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals
*Which of following items shall be included in an abandon ship drill?
Checking the distress signal rockets and other distress signals
Checking the lifeboat provisions and supplies
Checking that lifejackets are correctly donned
Checking that passenger's immersion suits are correctly donned
The Training Manual shall contain instructions and information on the life-saving appliances and the best method of survival. The training manual shall contain detailed explanations of crew duties in relation to emergency situations. Which of the following tasks or duties shall be included in the manual according to present regulations?
The use of the ship's line throwing apparatus.
The use of navigational equipment for survival crafts.
The use of surface to air visual signals to be used by survivors.
The use of escape routes and other escape methodes.
When you are taking an "ullage" on a cargo tank on an oil tanker, what are you actually doing?
Measuring the distance from the surface of the cargo to the ullage reference point
Measuring the distance from the bottom of the tank to the ullage reference point
Measuring the distance from the bottom of the tank to the surface of cargo
Measuring the distance from the surface of the cargo to the underside of the maindeck
Why is it important to have knowledge of assembling stations, even though you have no specific role during an emergency?
Enables you to correctly guide and direct passengers during an emergency.
It is where you can find all the life saving appliances.
Enables you to find your way around the ship.
Enables you to direct passengers to different shopping locations on board the ship.
A heat exchanger of the tube and shell type is used for cooling lubricating oil with seawater as the secondary fluid. Which of the options would indicate that the tube stack was becoming fouled (scaled or coked) rather than blocked?
An increased temperature difference between the seawater inlet and outlet and also between the lubricating oil inlet and outlet.
A reduced temperature difference between the seawater inlet and outlet and also between the lubricating oil inlet and outlet.
A reduced temperature difference between the seawater inlet and outlet and an increase in the temperature difference between the lubricating oil inlet and outlet.
An increase in the temperature difference between the seawater inlet and outlet and a reduced temperature difference between the lubricating oil inlet and outlet.
What would be a correct form of response to the question: What is the weather in your position?
The correct form of response would be: "The weather is fine"
The correct form of response would be: Wind northwesterly, force 5; visibility good; moderate sea and swell
The correct form of response would be: "The weather is satisfactory"
The correct form of response would be: "The weather is bad"
Who is responsible for the development of the Ship Security Plan?
The Port Facility Security Officer
The Classification Society.
The Company Security Officer
The Ship Security Officer
At what calendar interval is a "Special Survey" required?
At 20 years and every five years thereafter.
What is the full name of the International Convention dealing with stability of passenger ships?
The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea
International Safety Management code
Which type of temperature sensor is used in this temperature measuring system shown?
Platinum resistance sensor
What would the Master require of the Chief Officer?
The Master would require the Chief Officer to organise a lifeboat drill
The Master would require the Chief Officer to repair the lifeboat engine
The Master would require the Chief Officer to test the lifeboat engine
The Master would require the Chief Officer to replace the lifeboat painter
Does MARPOL apply to gas carriers?
What is often done prior to loading grain in cargo holds which are sweating?
Portable fans are used to dry the holds
Steelwork within the holds is covered with kraft paper
Steelwork within the hold is covered with plastic
Grain dust is blown into all parts of the hold via the grain elevator
Which of the following groups of chemical cargoes is particularly susceptible to polymerisation, especially through exposure to heat?
What is the value of GZ at angles of heel greater than 5 degrees?
KM - KG x Sin angle of list
KM - Corrected KG x Sin angle of list
KN - Corrected KG x Sin angle of list
KN - KG x Sin angle of list
Once a hatch is sealed, what prevents sparks from entering the hold of a Bulk Carrier?
Where and for what are rubber mats used on board a pure car carrier?
Under the loading ramp flap to prevent jetty damage
On the loading ramp to prevent damaging the ramp surface
Under the loading ramp flap to prevent vehicle damage
What cooling medium is normally used to cool the condenser of a fresh water generator?
To whom should the Master immediately report a shipboard incident involving the loss overboard of dangerous goods?
Vessels in the immediate vicinity
The nearest Coastal state
Although not a requirement of the IMDG Code, on a container vessel, why would carrying Calcium Hypochlorite under refrigeration be a benefit?
To maintain a continuous air flow through the cargo.
To prevent the cargo temperature increasing into the danger zone.
To ensure the cargo is shipped in a clean container.
To maintain a record of the temperature of the cargo.
What are you normally calling the compressor that collects the boil-off from the header connected to each cargo tank?
The fuel-feeding compressor.
The high-duty compressor.
The medium-duty compressor.
What is the definition of "dew point" of a vapour mixture?
The dew point is the temperature at which the vapour begins to condense as the temperature increases.
The dew point is the temperature at which the vapour begins to condense as the temperature decreases.
The dew point is the temperature at which the liquid begins to condense as the temperature decreases.
The dew point is the temperature at which the vapour begins to evaporate as the temperature decreases.
On a Container vessel, what should a crew member do if a tank container on deck is found with a leaking valve?
Wash away the leaking contents immediately
Report it immediately to the duty officer
If conditions permit, which is the best way to board a liferaft which is floating close to the ship?
Wearing a lifejacket, jump into the water close to the raft and then swim to it
Jump onto the raft itself
Jump into the water close to the raft, without a lifejacket, as this will make it easier to swim and board the liferaft
Use a rope ladder close to the raft to climb down and board
Maintenance is to be carried out on a diesel engine. How long after stopping the engine should the cooling water and lubricating oil be kept circulating in order to avoid any undue thermal stress from residual heat?
10 minutes is sufficient.
A power card taken from a diesel engine cylinder using a mechanical indicator has a flat top. Which of the possible actions given in the options is most likely to correct this irregularity on the power card?
Lengthen the cord for the indicator drum drive.
Lubricate the indicator piston and cylinder.
Shorten the cord for the indicator drum drive.
Change the indicator spring for one with a higher rating.
A bulk coal cargo is to be loaded and the moisture content is declared as 19 ; the transportable moisture limit of the cargo is declared as 15, what should the Master do?
Load the cargo as the moisture limits are within acceptable limits
Refuse to load the cargo unless the vessel is specially designed for the carriage of cargo which may liquefy
Load cargo and ventilate on passage to remove water
After a couple of hours of operation the failure alarm sounds for a heavy fuel oil purifier which is operating on a timed automatic sludge cycle. Upon investigation the purifier is found to be running slowly and when opened up the casing and sludge outlet is heavily fouled with sludge in contact with the bowl. From the options given what is the most likely cause of this problem?
The heavy fuel is unstable leading to excessive high viscosity sludge formation.
The dirty oil throughput is excessive.
The purifier bowl has not closed properly.
The clutch for the drive shaft is worn and slipping.
Check the items that can be a possible threat
"Piracy, Hijacking and Smuggling"
Cargo tampering and Stowaways
Where shall you be able to activate the ship security alert system on board ro-ro passenger ships?
From the navigation bridge and in at least one other location
Captain's- and Chief Officer's office
A refractory material is one that will retain its solid state even at very high temperatures, and furnace temperatures as high as 1650 °C have been recorded in marine boilers. What is the primary purpose of using a refractory?
They act as a heat sink, and ensure more even distribution of heat throughout the furnace.
All of the mentioned alternatives.
They are used to protect exposed parts of drum, which otherwise could become overheated.
To protect the furnace casing from overheating, burning and possible escape of gases into boiler room.
With the exception of some citrus fruits and bananas, fruit is usually pre-cooled to the required carriage temperature prior to loading on a reefer vessel. In order to protect the cold chain, and to maintain the temperature of the fruit, a minimum exposure time to ambient conditions during loading is necessary. What action should the deck officers take during loading to achieve this minimum exposure time?
Close the hatches and apply cooling to the cargo already loaded during any break in cargo operations that exceed 30 minutes.
Request that the stevedores work faster to minimise loading time.
Close the hatches for any break in cargo operations that exceed 60 minutes.
Close the hatches and apply cooling to the cargo already loaded during any overnight break in cargo operations.
A bulk cargo of steel coils is loaded and a number of the coils are noted by the Chief Officer to be rusted; what must the Master ensure?
Steel coils to be discharged
Clause the Bill of Lading with the reference numbers of the rusty coils and so make the Bill of Lading a "dirty" Bill.
No action needs to be taken.
Cargo temperatures measured on voyage
From where can one obtain information regarding the segregation of dangerous goods packed in cargo transport units?
The cargo securing manual
Special tables in the IMDG Code
Details in the bill of lading
Which one of the following liquefied gas cargoes is considered as presenting a toxic hazard according to the IMO Gas Codes?
Who is responsible for implementation of working environment work on board?
Both master and shipping company.
Medium and high speed diesel engines used for electrical generation duties on board ship have overspeed protection devices fitted to protect the engine in case the electrical generator trips while carrying high loads. Why are these devices necessary?
To stop the engine before any serious damage occurs due to excess inertial loads.
To stop the engine before any serious damage occurs to the electrical components due to excess voltage and frequency.
To stop the engine before any serious damage occurs due to rapidly changing thermal loads.
To stop the engine before any serious damage occurs due to rapidly changing cylinder pressures.
What does the Captain think about the Chief Mate's question?
He wants the OS to train as helmsman today, because they are sailing in open waters and there is not much traffic in the area
He does not want to train the OS as helmsman because there is too much traffic in the area
He does not want the OS to go on watchkeeping duties next week because they are sailing in open waters
He thinks, it is not a bad idea to sail in open waters because the traffic in sparse
The turbocharger on a diesel engine is surging and making occasional, loud "whoofing" noises. Which one of the options given is the most probable cause of this?
Engine on bridge control.
Rapid changes in engine load due to rough sea conditions.
Exhaust system recently cleaned.
Air leakage from scavenge receiver.
Whenever there is a major bleeding, the first priority should be to:
Take the pulse of the patient
Large slow speed diesel engines are usually of the crosshead type and have various arrangements to deliver lubricating oil directly to the crosshead bearings and guides to ensure adequate lubrication. Why are the crosshead bearings considered differently to the other bearing in this type of engine in respect of lubrication requirements?
The lubricating oil has further to travel to the crosshead bearing and so a separate arrangement is necessary
The crosshead bearing is more heavily loaded than other bearings in the engine so requires more oil to keep it cool.
The crosshead bearing is closer to the engine cylinder and therefore runs hotter.
The running surfaces oscillate relative to each other during operation rather than rotate and therefore full film hydrodynamic lubrication is not possible.
What would you do before giving a boiler a “bottom blow”
drop the water level a couple of inches below normal
increase the oil pressure
raise the water level a couple of inches above normal
increase the oil temperature
Why is the tightening of the timing chain important?
To reduce vibration in the chain.
To avoid high wear down of chain and chain wheel tooth and a potential breakdown.
To get the right timing on the engine.
To reduce the noise level
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.
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
According to the IMO Gas Codes, what are the maximum time intervals for sampling and analysing samples from the permanent installed gas detection system?
Many water tube boilers feature so called screen tubes. What is the purpose of these screen tubes?
To protect the superheater from direct exposure to the furnace.
To help remove any contaminants from the combustion gas that may foul other parts of the boiler.
To protect the boiler insulation from direct exposure to the furnace.
To provide a gas tight chamber for the furnace.
Two reference points for pressure exist, absolute zero and atmospheric pressure. What do you call pressures measured relative to atmospheric pressure?
In which of the following processes will the time constant be of minor importance
Which of the following cargo types is a general cargo vessel best suited ?
Containers and heavy project cargo
Pallets tinned foodstuffs and drums chemicals
Bulk grain and bulk cement
Fruit and vegetable cargoes
The demister unit is located close to the inert gas scrubber. What is the purpose of the demister?
To remove sulphur oxides.
To remove water from the IGS stream.
To what Proof Load is an 80T SWL derrick tested?