*Which one of the following methods can be adopted for the internal divisional bulkheading of the accommodation and service spaces of a cargo ship?
All these methods can be adopted
Fitting of an automatic sprinkler extinguishing system, with no restriction on the type of all internal divisional bulkheading
Construction of all internal divisional bulkheading of "B" or "C" class divisions, without the installation of an automatic sprinkler extinguishing system
Fitting of a fixed fire detection system in all spaces in which a fire might be expected to originate, with no restriction on the type of internal bulkheading, except that in no case must the area of any space bounded by an "A" or "B" class division exceed 50 m2.
*Which of the following statements applies to fire doors in main vertical zone bulkheads and stairway enclosures in passenger ships?
They shall be of the self closing type
They shall be capable of closing with an angle of up to 3, 5° opposing closure
They shall be capable of being closed from a control station
All the mentioned alternatives
*In general, which of the following is the maximum length of a main vertical zone?
*Which of the following appliances must compulsorily be found in any ro-ro cargo space intended for the carriage of motor vehicles with fuel in their tanks for their own propulsion?
One chemical powder extinguisher for each 10 vehicles the space is intended to carry
A receptacle containing sand, sawdust impregnated with soda or other approved dry material in such quantity as may be required by the Administration
At least one portable foam applicator unit
One chemical powder extinguisher for each 20 vehicles the space is intended to carry
You are on night time duty as navigating officer on a ship under way, when a fire in the crew's accommodation is reported. What is the first action you would take?
Sound the fire alarm signal
Send the seaman on watch down to inspect and report the situation
Run to the scene as fast as possible and start fighting the fire by all available means
How does low expansion foam act as an extinguishing agent when dealing with oil fires?
By smothering and also by providing some cooling
The heat from the fire causes the foam to produce an inert gas which gradually extinguishes the fire
*Which of the following is an haloganated hydrocarbon that can be found onboard existing ships as an extinguishing agent for a fixed system?
A drip tray containing oil is on fire. The only fire fighting equipment available is water hose with spray jet/spray nozzle. How, if at all, should you attempt to put out this fire using water?
The water can be applied in a fine spray starting from the front in a sweeping motion.
Water should be applied to the oil in a single jet only.
Water should not be used on any type of oil fire.
Water should be applied in a jet to the back of the fire.
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.
On what frequency is the radio telephony two tone alarm normally sent?
The ID of an Inmarsat B station on board starts with:
If fax messages or data messages are sent from and to an Inmarsat-A terminal it is recommended to use:
In case a message witch is destined for a telex-subscriber ashore is sent via an Inmarsat-C installation on board:
there is always a direct connection with the shore-subscriber
there is never a direct connection with the shore-subscriber
there is depending on the chosen priority, a direct connection with the shore-subscriber
On board a DSC-call is to be made in case of an OBS. Choose the category:
The following information must be given on the SART:
Date of replacement of the battries
The date of replacement of the hydrostatic release unit
The time indication 171906z means in maritime radio communication:
1719 hours UTC on the 6th of the month
1906 hours UTC on the 17th of the month
a and b are wrong because UTC must be GMT
The word CHANNEL is spelled conform the international phonetic alphabet:
Charlie, Hotel, Alfa, November, November, Echo, Lima
Cornelis, Hotel, Alfa, November, November, Edison, Lodewijk
Charlie, Hotel, Able, November, November, Echo, Liverpool
You are at the mainfold with the cargo surveyor, drawing samples at the start-up of cargo. A sample of 2-Ethyl Hexanol is off colour. The surveyor instructs you to open the manifold valve and start loading. What will you do?
Tip the sample into the drip tray and draw more samples until it clears. A maximum of ten litres may be drawn and dumped before it is considered a problem.
Open the manifold valve as requested but make a note in the log-book regarding the off-colour sample.
Keep the manifoild closed, report the situation to the Chief Officer.
Open the necessary tank loading valves and then open the manifold valve. With this product, the colour will soon clear.
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.
When carring a cargo in a tank which not requires any heating, what should be done with the heating coils prior loading ?
The should be blown completely dry by the use of air or nitrogen.
The coils should be blanked.
The should be blown completely dry by the use of air or nitrogen and then blanked.
The coils should be filled with water and blanked.
*What is the procedure for testing a fire detection system?
Check that the actual detector is giving appropriate signals to the control panel and that all electric connections are in good order
When testing detectors by suitable equipment (smoke and heat) check that the sensor(s) of the self controlling system (e.g. flashing control light) is(/are) functioning
Check the detector with heat and/or smoke in accordance with the instruction given in its guidance book
All the mentioned alternatives
When double banking whilst underway, it is preferable for one vessel to maintain steerage way in a constant direction while the other manoeuvres alongside it. During this period it is recommended that:
The wind and sea should be from abeam
The wind and sea should be calm
The wind and sea should be from astern or nearly astern
The wind and sea should be from ahead or nearly ahead
" On area A4 the function "" Transmission and reception of signals for locating "" is mainly based on:"
the use of SART transponders
the use of SARSAT COSPAS Epirbs
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:
VHF channel 17 is used for:
Port operations/ traffic assistance
The wave length of a radio signal in the ether is mainly determined by:
On board you have to switch from transmitting to receiving and vice versa. The shore station can transmit and receive simultaneously. You are working with two different frequencies. This method is called:
Which of the following information shall be specified by the muster list ?
the specific duties assigned to passengers that are in charge of a group of others
the abandon ship signal consisting of two long blasts
the muster list has been prepared and approved by the Administration before the ship proceeds to sea
how the order to abandon ship will be given
An alarm signal consisting of seven short blast followed by one prolonged blast is sounded by the ship's whistle and alarm bells. What are you to do?
Report on the bridge (deck crew) or engine room (engine crew) for further orders
Go to your lifeboat station
Go to (or remain in) your cabin and await further orders
Why should there be checklists or work permits for hazardous operations?
To locate crew members in case of emergencie
So we know who to blame when something goes wrong
To make sure the job is done under controlled conditions
Because it is required by USCG (US Coast Guard)
What is the requirement regarding number of slop tanks on oil tankers of 70,000 tons and above delivered after 31 December 1979?
Shall be provided with at least 2 slop tanks.
Shall be provided with slop tank.
No requirement regarding number of slop tanks.
Shall be provided with sufficient number of slop tanks.
In oil tanker operations, what is understood by the term "Load On Top"?
Loading part of an oil cargo in one port, then loading the same type of cargo "on top" in a subsequent port.
Loading a new compatible cargo "on top" of the oil and water residues from a previous cargo in the sloptanks
Loading an oil cargo into the tanks tanks through hoses inserted through the tank hatches and lashed in position
Loading part of an oil cargo in one port, then loading a different type of cargo "on top" in the next loadport
What is a digital signal?
A signal indicating Revolutions per minute (RPM)
A signal used by multimeters to measure resistance.
The reading of a multimeter when indicating voltage, current or resistance.
A signal with discrete levels such as 0 = "low" and 1 = "High"
UFL and LFL are commonly used expressions. What do they signify?
Expressions have no meaning.
Unstable Flash Level / Lower Flash Level?
Upper Fixed Level / Lower Fixed Level?
Upper Flammable Level / Lower Flammable Level of explosive atmosphere?
How do You want to operate the purifier to obtain the best separation result?
By high flow and low temperature.
Flow and temperature have no influence on the result.
By high flow and high temperature.
Separation with correct temperature and low flow rate.
What is the definition of "vapour"?
It is the weight per unit volume in vacuum
A gas which the molecules escaping from the free surface.
A gas which vapours of different ingredients will exist independently.
A gas which can be liquefied at the temperature concerned.
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "QUAY" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Quay is given by C on the figure
Quay is given by A on the figure
Quay is given by D on the figure
Quay is given by B on the figure
When data are to be transferred over telephone lines, we often utilize modem at each end. Which of the following adapter cards (parts) will you use for interfacing a modem to a computer?
When first using cleaning agent in the machinery space, the crew should:
Confirm that it won't form an emulsion
Confirm that it will form an emulsion
What are the people probably doing in the picture?
The people are fighting a fire
The people are playing with water
The people are hosing down the cargo hold to clean it.
The people are pressure testing the hull plating
Your vessel has gone aground on a rising tide on a shallow patch charted as a sand bank. The sea is calm with minimum swell and there is little wind. What immediate actions should be taken?
Immediately put the engines astern and attempt to take the vessel off the bank
Inform the nearest Coast Radio Station of the grounding; issue a Navigational Warning and display the "aground" signal
Display the Aground signal and sound round all tanks and bottom compartments to determine if there are any damaged compartments or ingress of water.
Display the "aground" signal and look round the outside of the vessel to determine if there are any signs of pollution
Your ship has its main entry door from the maindeck on the starboard side, a few metres back from the front of the accommodation. It is also the closest emergency exit from the ship's offices and the crew mess-room in the event of an emergency. You are about to commence loading cargo. There are no significant security concerns. What should happen to the door?
It can be open, provided the wind is blowing away from the accommodation.
It should be closed and locked.
It should be closed, but not locked.
It should be open in case an emergency occurs.
What are “contractual clauses”?
Terms and conditions of work employment with the ship owner
Details of amount of time allowed for shore leave
Terms relating to the amount of food and water allowed per person on board
Part ALC 1d of the crew agreement, giving details of specific terms and conditions for seafarers
You are going to inspect a fresh water tank together with one of the Engineers. Is it safe enough to open the manhole and enter the tank (it is only fresh water) or do you have to take extra precautions before entering?
Use a breathing apparatus if the oxygen level is below 21%
Bring a flashlight and put on safety shoes
Make sure that the tank/ enclosed space is gas free, ventilated and the oxygen content is measured. O2 content shall be 21% before entering the tank/ enclosed space
Remember to have a colleague standing by to assist you if any problems
On a Bulk Carrier, which of these cargoes is susceptible to liquefaction due to compression and/or vibration?
How often shall the oxygen analyser be calibrated?
Every time the plant is shut-down
Prior to every plant start-up, following an 8 hour stop
How would you ventilate your cargo holds when sailing from cold climate to hot climate?
No ventilation should be done?
Ventilate at intervals during the night?
Ventilate at intervals during the day?
Apart from longitudinal, transverse and vertical accelerations what else must be taken into account when calculating the external forces acting on a cargo unit?
Vertical and transverse forces by wind pressure
Longitudinal and vertical forces by wind pressure
Longitudinal forces by sea sloshing
Longitudinal and transverse forces by wind pressure
A high pressure, oil fired steam boiler operates with an automatic combustion control system for start, stop and modulation of the burners. Which feature of the combustion control system is intended to minimise the risk of blowback during normal operation?
Pre-purge of the furnace prior to burner ignition.
Automatic retraction of the burner after shut off.
Post-purge of the furnace following burner shut off.
Burner shut down in the event of flame failure.
Where shall you be able to activate the ship security alert system on board ro-ro passenger ships?
Captain's- and Chief Officer's office
From the navigation bridge and in at least one other location
On a Container vessel, what is the function of a buttress?
To support the lowest tier of containers in a non-cellular cargo hold
When used at the base of container stacks its prevents the tank top plating from being pierced
To support container stacks in a non-cellular cargo hold
To support the lowest tier of containers in a con-bulker's cargo hold
The diode shown performs which function?
Reference the transistor to +15V.
Provide an overload route for transistor current.
Allow Op Amp to top up +15V rail.
Return inductive current to supply at switch off.
Why are cargo hold bilges washed with chloride of lime?
To assist with draining the bilges
To disinfect the bilges and remove odours
To assist with drying the bilges
To protect against corrosion
How many separate means of escape are provided from each fire zone above the bulkhead deck?
What does a low angle of repose indicate with respect to a bulk cargoes?
The cargo is stable in all situations
The cargo Is liable to self-heat
The cargo is more liable to shift than cargo with a high angle of repose
The cargo is unlikely to shift
Emergency instructions in appropriate languages shall be posted in passenger cabins. Which information shall as a minimum be included in the emergency instructions?
Where to find thermal protective aids
Escape routes and alarm signals
The method of donning life-jackets, escape routes and alarm signals
What is the minimum number of independently driven fire pumps that must be provided on passenger ships of 4000 tons gross tonnage and upwards?
What gives the condenser pressure in a 1 stage direct cooling plant?
One, two and three stage piston compressors.
One, two and three stage screw compressors.
Piston, screw and centrifugal type compressors.
Oil free screw and centrifugal type compressors.
Some large slow speed diesel engines have jack bolt arrangements for retaining the main bearing top keep in place rather than the more conventional stud bolts. How does this arrangement affect the maintenance and checking procedures for the tie rods on the engine?
It has no effect since the tie rods and jacking bolts have completely separate functions.
The tie rods should be fully tensioned before the jacking bolts are loaded to avoid overload of the bearing caps and frame structure.
The tie rods and jacking bolts must be tightened simultaneously to avoid excess load on either component.
The jacking bolts should be fully loaded before the tie rods are tensioned to avoid excess loads on the tie rods.
What are we calling materials with same molecule formula, but the properties are different because the atom structure is different?
A ship is navigating in the Caribbean in August when it receives the warning of a Hurricane. To determine the centre of the storm the Master uses "Buys Ballot's Law" and faces the wind. On what side of the Master would the low pressure area be located?
This is not a suitable method to use with a Hurricane.
If a public announcement is made during an emergency you should?
Just ignore it and continue working.
Listen carefully and consider if this information is of any value for you personally.
Listen carefully and pass on information to passenger who may not have heard it or understood it.
What distinguishes vapour connections (headers) from liquid cargo connections on a ship's manifold?
Liquid and cargo connections actually appear the same, but the ship's personnel always attach a small board to the applicable flange, identifying the cargo to be loaded and indicating whether it is for the liquid or vapour hose.
Vapour connections are painted yellow with green end bands, are marked with the words "not for liquid" and have a small hole capable of receiving a stud on the flange face at the six o'clock position.
Liquid connections are always marked with the corresponding tank number, while vapour connections are marked with the letter "V".
Vapour connections are painted yellow with red end bands, are marked with the word "vapour" (or "vapor") and have a small stud located on the flange face at the twelve o'clock position.
To what Proof Load is a 30T SWL derrick tested?
The centre cargo tanks on your ship are made of stainless steel, while the wing tanks are made of mild steel with a zinc coating. Your ship is to load some Sulphuric Acid. Which tanks will it be loaded in?
It can not be loaded into any of the tanks on the ship.
Only the stainless steel centre tanks.
Only the zinc coated wing tanks.
Both the stainless steel centre tanks and the zinc coated wing tanks.
Before a solid bulk cargo is loaded, the Master and shore representative must agree a loading plan which covers which of the following aspects?
Maximum permissible forces and moments on the ship
Quantity and rate of loading the cargo
All of the items specified in the possible answers
When we are measuring level of liquids with a conductivity level indicator, the name of the sensing device is:
Many liquefied gas carriers are fitted with inert gas generators to supply inert gas to ensure the atmospheres of various onboard spaces are non-flammable. How is cargo vapour from these spaces prevented from back-flowing into the inert gas generator and creating an explosion risk?
The deck IG main is always manually blanked off when the IG system is not running.
There are at least two mechanical non-return devices fitted to the deck IG main.
There is always a deck water seal fitted to the IG main.
The pressure at the generator outlet is always greater than that of the IG main.
A steel spear thermometer is to be used to check the pulp temperatures of a cargo of chilled beef which is vacuum wrapped in plastic and packed in cardboard cartons. Which of the given options is the most appropriate method of using the thermometer to get the pulp temperatures of this high value commodity?
Remove the carton lid and drive the thermometer directly into one of the pieces of beef through the plastic wrapping.
Drive the thermometer directly through the carton and the plastic wrapping into the beef.
Remove the lid of the carton and place the thermometer so that it is completely covered between two of the plastic wrapped pieces of beef.
Drive the thermometer through the cardboard but avoid piercing the plastic wrappings.
A situation exists where a cargo of palletised fruit is being loaded to capacity on a conventional reefer vessel. In order to load all of the available cargo it is proposed to break down some of the pallets and place the loose cartons on top of the pallets; there is just enough space to accommodate this below the deckhead. From the options given which is the most suitable action to take?
Reject the plan as the extra handling will incur greater stevedoring costs.
Reject the plan as the charter is to carry only palletised cargo.
Reject the plan as the reduced gap at the top of the stow will restrict the return air flow.
Accept the plan in order to carry all of the cargo.
What does the cargo capacity of a car carrier depend upon?
The number of vehicles it can carry
The size of vehicles for which it is designed
The weight of vehicles it can carry
The volume of vehicles to be loaded
On a conventional reefer vessel the 'tween decks and lower hold are provided with scuppers leading into the hold bilges. The scuppers normally designed with a U-bend or non-return bend. Complete the following statement from the options given. "Prior to loading a cargo of hard frozen products the U-bend should be…
…filled with clean fresh water."
…filled with clean sea water."
Debriefing of an emergency drill:
focuses attention on the debriefer's feedback
expands the experience of all personnel
encourages crewmembers to focus on their duties
is most effective when held at a safety meeting
LNG cargoes are carried at temperatures well below ambient conditions. Which of the statements given in the options best describes how the low temperatures which are necessary are maintained during a normal loaded voyage?
The cargo tanks are fully insulated.
Most LNG carriers are fitted with reliquefaction plants.
The cargo tank pressures are maintained below atmospheric conditions.
The cargo tanks on LNG carriers are made of very thick metal.
Which of the following is a warning sign of a faulty hydraulic hatch cover system?
The presence of dust and cargo particles around the piston gland
A fall in the hydraulic header tank level
Noisy hatch cover operations
When securing cars on a RoRo vessel, what is the preferred lashing angle in any direction from the lashing point?
Records relating to breaches of security and changes in security level must be secured against unauthorized access and available for review by contracting governments.
What can be done to effectively reduce the rate of ice accretion on containers during loaded sea passage?
Have the crew remove the ice
A unit of alcohol is equal to which of the following measures?
A half pint (284 ml) of lager / light beer or a small glass (125 ml) of wine
A pint (568 ml) of lager / light beer or a large glass (275 ml) of wine
A large glass (275 ml) of wine or a measure (30 ml) of spirit
A measure (30 ml) of spirit, if taken with a glass of water
During cargo operations, involving perishable cargoes, deck officers should be aware that the cargo is subject to the effects of the weather and ambient conditions. From the options given, select the one which is likely to cause the most rapid temperature change in a refrigerated commodity.
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.
On a Container vessel, with regard to raised deck sockets, what must be ensured prior to commencing cargo operations?
They must be clean and free of internal debris
They must be ready to secure the turnbuckles
They must be well painted
Liquefied gas is, by IMO, divided into different groups. What is the criterion for this division?
The boiling point, chemical bindings, toxicity and flammability.
The nitrogen and hydrocarbon content.
Which of these statements about profiling is correct?
Check the ID of all visitors and some crew prior to boarding.
Pay less attention to body language and behaviour and more attention to answers to questions.
Use only open-ended questions.
Verify that answers to questions match up with what’s already known about the person being questioned.
How to prevent liquid from getting into the cargo compressor?
By checking the pressure in the vapour line between the cargo tank and the cargo compressor.
By using a liquid condenser on the vapour line between the cargo tank and the compressor.
By checking the temperature on the vapour line between the cargo tank and the cargo compressor.
By using a liquid receiver on the vapour line between the cargo tank and the cargo compressor.
When it is midsummer in northern Europe, what time of the year is it in South Africa?
When must lifting plant on a General Cargo vessel be proof load tested?
Only after initial installation of equipment
When equipment is new, every five years and after repairs or major modifications
Every four years and after repairs and modifications
In which ships are one water fog applicator required for each pair of breathing apparatus? (SOLAS II-2/17.3.2)
Passenger ships fitted with car decks
Passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers
Passenger ships have a normal requirement of 1 lifejacket per person + 10% for children. In addition to this, how many lifejackets have to be provided on deck or at the muster stations?