Which one of the listed requirements regarding lifeboat equipment correspond to present regulations? The normal equipment of every lifeboat shall include:
Helicopter rescue equipment
Sea charts and navigation equipment
The outside manually controlled lamp of a liferaft must be capable of working at minimum for a period of:
How many pyrotechnic signals to be in each lifeboat?
8 Rocket parachute flares / 2 hand flares / 6 buoyant smoke signals
10 Rocket parachute flares / 12 hand flares / 5 buoyant smoke signals
6 Rocket parachute flares / 6 hand Flares / 6 buoyant smoke signals
4 Rocket parachute flares / 6 hand flares / 2 buoyant smoke signals
What types of gases are not allowed as fire-extinguishing medium for fixed gas fire-extinguishing system aboard ships? (SOLAS II-2/5.1.1)
Halogenated hydrocarbon gases
On a fire patrol at night you see smoke coming from a closed cabin door. What action should you take first?
Activate the nearest fire alarm button and advise bridge of the location of the fire.
Take a look inside the cabin to see what the situation is.
Get the nearest fire extinguisher and then open the door to see what the situation is.
As most people are sleeping, call a friend and ask him to assist in putting out the fire.
Which of the following may cause a fire in the accommodation spaces?
All the mentioned alternatives
Overloading electric plugs
Covering electric heaters with blankets
*For how long does the fixed system of foam guarantee the application of foam on the deck of an oil tanker?
20 minutes if there is inert gas; 30 minutes if there is not
1hour 20 minutes if there is inert gas; 1 hour 30 minutes if there is not
With an Inmarsat-C installation there is the addressing-option “special”. Via this option:
you can send a message by express delivery
give one of Inmarsat’s “special accesscodes”
you can deliver a message via a special telegram
The proper operation of an Inmost C-terminal can be tested by:
Sending a message to MF DSC
Doing a “recommissioning test”
Which of the following INMARSAT services provides communications by telephone, telex, facsimile (f, and data?
What is false regarding the function :” Transmission and reception of signals for locating ”
On area A2 this function is based on the use of SART transponders
On all areas this function is based on the use of S band radars
On area A3 and A4 this function is based on the use of SARSAT COSPAS Epirb
On area A1 this function is based on the use of SART transponders
What does the "S" mean in the Hazard colum under summary of minimum requirements in the IBC ?
It means that the product is included in the code because of it`s safety hazards.
It means that the product is included in the code because of it`s sailing hazards.
It means that the product is included in the code because of it`s pollution hazards.
It means that the product is included in the code because of it`s smelling hazards.
In US waters "Oil Pollution Act of 1990" was activated in August 1993. What is the main issue for the introduction of the act?
To prevent oil spills in US waters?
To enforce owners to use equipment of higher standards that those of today?
To encourage owners to build double hull vessels for trading US waters?
To improve safety measures onboard?
In case of pollution in US waters, do you always have to notify the National Response Center (OPA-90)
Yes, within thirty (30) minutes
No, only the shipowner can notify NRC
No, not if the local US State Authority is correctly notified
Yes, within three (3) days
One of the following areas is NOT a Special Area as mentioned in MARPOL regulations regarding pollution by oil. Which is that area?
The Red Sea and The Gulf of Aden
The IMO Code requires protection against spillage of the most dangerous products (ethyl ether, antiknock lead compounds such as TML and TEL etc) by prescribing that:
They shall be carried in cargo tanks independent of the ships hull structure?
The cargo shall not have a height in any tank above that of the vessel-s waterline?
They shall be carried only in centre tanks having double bottoms?
They shall be carried in tanks surrounded by water ballast?
Give the meaning of the following symbol
It is important that the brake holding capacity of a self stowing winch drum should not exceed the breaking strength of the wire or rope wound onto it. A certain percentage of extra strength is therefore recommended for the wire or rope over the brake holding capacity of the winch. So, for a winch of brake holding capacity of 60 Tons you would order a wire of breaking strength:
Two vessels are meeting each other in confined waters. What would be the effects of interaction between the two vessels as they approach each other?
The bows of the ships will be sucked together
There will be no effects in these circumstances
Each vessel will experience an increase in speed
The bows of the ships will be pushed away from each other
If a ship requires 2 nautical miles to stop in the water from a "crash stop" when proceeding at full ahead in deep water. What will the stopping distance be in shallow water?
Similar distance to deep water
Whilst unmooring after a ship to ship transfer operation, experience shows that, for the manoeuvring vessel, casting off the forward moorings first and letting the bow swing out before casting off the final after moorings, and then steaming away is a satisfactory procedure. It is recommended however that the angle of disengagement when steaming away should initially be kept at:
Your vessel is moving in Panama Canal waters. When must a crew man capable of and ready to operate the anchors be on the forecastle?
When passing through the Gatun Lake
When passing through Gaillard cut
When anchoring in Gatun Lake only
When a Panama Canal pilot is onboard
If the OOW must leave the voyage plan, he should?
No special action necessary
Make a note in the log book
What is the meaning of this symbol:
Which one of the listed requirements regarding service and maintenance of life-saving appliances correspond to present regulations?
Maintenance and repair of all life saving equipments shall be carried out by the certified ship staff only
Instructions for onboard maintenance of life-saving appliances in accordance with the regulations shall be provided
Maintenance and repair of all the life-saving equipments will be carried out ashore in work shop only
At least one member of the crew shall hold a repairman certificate for life-saving equipment
*Which of the following fittings shall be provided to all lifeboats:
a tiller permanently linked to the rudder or removable if the lifeboat has a remote steering mechanism
permanent boarding arrangements on both sides to enable persons in the water to board the lifeboat
an electric power starting system for the propulsion engine with one rechargeable energy source
a remotely operated steering arrangement
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 among the following list is particularly required for a totally enclosed lifeboat ?
handrails for persons moving about the exterior of the lifeboat
windows on both sides can be closed watertight and opened for ventilationc
self-bailing arrangements
handrails inside for persons moving to their seats
What is the meaning of this symbol ?
The muster list shall specify details of general alarm signal and also actions to be taken by crew and passengers when the alarm is sounded. Which of the following actions do not necessarily have to be included in the muster list? The muster list shall:
specify substitutes for key persons who may become disabled
specify how the order to abandon ship will be given
be prepared and approved by the Administration before the ship proceeds to sea
specify which officers are assigned to ensure that life-saving and fire-fighting appliances are maintained in good condition
What is minimum equipment needed for entering a tank or void space that is not gas free or does not contain sufficient oxygen?
Good quality face mask and a safety line.
Coverall and safety shoes.
Self contained breathing apparatus in addition to normal safety equipment.
What kind of permits have to be obtained before starting hot work in tanks?
Hot work permit + Permit for entry.
Feed check valves for main and auxilliary purposes are normally of the double shut off type, as shown in the diagram. What is the main function of the non-return valve?
To allow overhaul of the screw down valve when the non-return valve is shut and the boiler is steaming.
To allow fine tuning of feed water flow to the boiler.
To prevent the steam and water in the boiler from discharging out by the feed line, if a feed line fracture or a joint in the line blows.
To increase the workload for staff when overhauling the boiler.
In the type of fluorescent lamp system shown in the illustration, the role of the starter is to perform which of the following?
To switch on current through the lamp, and to disconnect the ballast once the lamp has started..
To charge the ballast to a high inductive current, and then divert this current through the lamp.
To create a high starting current.
To pass current through the lamp heaters, and then interrupt the inductive striking current.
What would be the main effect on a refrigeration system of insufficient cooling water flow through the condenser?
Reduced delivery pressure
Increased delivery pressure
Increased icing up of the compressor suction line.
In a large, 2 stroke, main diesel engine cylinder lubricating oil is supplied directly through lubrication points cut into the cylinder liner. At what point during the cycle should the supply normally occur.
At mid-stroke of the piston.
As the piston rings pass the lubrication points.
Who is responsible for maintaining the vessel's structural strenght?
The Flag State Administration
The Shipping Company and the Classification Society
During a Crude Oil Washing operation, if measurement of the atmosphere within the tank indicated that the oxygen level had risen to above 8%, what action would you take?
Stop the washing operation as you have reached the required level. Pump out the remaining oil and then wash the tank with water.
Contuinue washing, but increase the delivery rate from the IG generator.
Stop the washing operation and do not resume until a level of less than 8% oxygen content by volume has again been acvhieved.
Take no action. It only becomes a critical situation if a level of greater than 11% oxygen content is measured.
Which of these is not covered in the chain register?
The engine room gantry crane
Where is the acceptable location to smoke while on duty, or working in a cargo deck stowed with containers?
The designated smoking area inside the accommodation or on deck?
Smoke close to an entrance to the cargo deck?
Carefully smoke outside the container stowage area?
There is no smoking allowed while on duty?
What does the IMSBC Code emphasise with reference to the exposure of personal to the dust created when carrying some bulk cargoes?
The code does not make any reference to this hazard
A high standard of personal hygiene
The responsibility of the Master to ensure that staff are wearing the correct clothing
The restricted loading of certain cargoes which may be excessively dusty
What are the main elements in a damage control plan?
A damage control plan is the same as an emergency plan
Arrangements for correction of list due to flooding within 15 minutes
Boundaries of the watertight compartments for decks and holds. Position of controls for opening and closing of watertight compartments. Arrangement for correction of list due to flooding.
Instructions and procedures for reporting damage to the Company
How many rescue boats should be provided on ro-ro passenger ships of 500 gross tons and above?
Two Fast Rescue Boats, one on each side of the ship
Two, and at least one of the rescue boats shall be a Fast Rescue Boat
None providing the ship has lifeboats
Pasta is often referred to as "al dente". What does this mean?
Coated with oil before boiling.
Tender, but slightly firm to the bite.
Served separately from other ingredients.
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
How should caterpillar crawlers stowed on hatch covers be secured?
By means of wire ropes secured to the hatch covers from all four sides of the unit
By means of wire ropes secured to the main deck from all four sides of the unit
By means of wire ropes secured to the hatch coamings
By means of wire ropes secured to the hatch covers and to the main deck from all four sides of the unit
What must be ensured at the commencement of cargo operations, on a general cargo vessel?
That all fire dampers serving the cargo holds, are closed
That all fire dampers serving the cargo holds, are open
That the carbon dioxide gas lines to each cargo hold contain a small amount of moisture
That the carbon dioxide gas lines to each cargo hold are clear
One or more pressure/vacuum-breaking devices shall be provided on the vent mains to prevent the cargo tanks from being subject to a positive and negative pressure. What is the normal pre-set point for negative pressure?
A negative pressure in excess of 500 mm water gauge.
A negative pressure in excess of 200 mm water gauge.
Depending on the test pressure of the cargo tank.
A negative pressure in excess of 700 mm water gauge.
When carrying high sulphur coal which areas of a cargo hold are prone to corrosion?
Steelwork with which dry cargo is in contact
Air and sounding pipes passing through the hold
Steelwork with which wet cargo is in contact
Which IMO publication deals specifically with the construction and equipment of liquefied gas carriers?
From the options, select the best description of the function of a buttress fitting on a container vessel.
To avoid excess load placed on the tank top.
To ensure an even distribution of weight throughout the stack.
To transfer forces from the container stow to the ships structure.
To maintain a uniform level stow across the tier of containers.
What type of heat exchanger is shown?
Ro-ro passenger ships shall either carry automatically self-righting liferafts or canopied reversible liferafts. What does it mean that a liferaft is automatically self-righting?
The liferaft will automatically turn back into an upright position when it is fully loaded with people
The liferaft will automatically turn back into an upright position when it is empty of people
It means the same as self-righting lifeboats
One person can manage to turn the liferaft back into an upright position
What are the requirements for the number of portable gas measurement instrument(s) on tankers?
At least one instrument for measuring %LEL and one instrument for measuring volume %
Sufficient number of instruments.
At least 2 portable instruments for measuring flammable vapours.
At least 1 portable instrument for measuring flammable vapours.
In a crisis, which crew behaviours are most reassuring to passengers?
keeping up with safety knowledge
enthusiasm, confidence, hospitality
enthusiasm, confidence, decisiveness
When is track line search normally used?
When the position of the search object is accurate
When a vessel or aircraft has disappeared without a trace
When the position of the search object is not accurate
When a direct communication between the search object and the search facility is available
An International oil pollution prevention certificate is required for:
All ships of 150 gross tons or more
Oil tankers 150 gross tons or more
Oil tankers on International voyages
In what kind of measuring equipment might we find a Bourdon-tube?
In a temperature transmitter.
In a pressure transmitter.
Did he study the contract in every detail before he signed it?
Of course he did, because he had to make sure that he could return home again.
No, he merely tried to be put ashore for medical treatment.
No, despite the fact that he promised to carry out several duties.
Yes, he wanted to see that everything was according to agreed terms.
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "BREADTH" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Breadth is given by C on the figure
Breadth is given by A on the figure
Breadth is given by B on the figure
Breadth is given by D on the figure
Where does the excess steam discharge to when the boiler safety valves operate due to the boiler pressure being too high.
The atmosphere via the atmospheric line
In a heat exchanger where seawater is used to cool fresh water, the seawater pressure should be maintained lower than the freshwater pressure to:
Minimize the load on the seawater pump
Eliminate scaling problems on seawater side
Prevent contamination if leaks are developed
Medium and high speed diesel engines used for marine propulsion normally require a reduction gearbox to be fitted in order to achieve suitable output speeds for the propeller. What device is normally required in the drive arrangement in order to avoid damage to the gearing due the torque variations of the diesel engine output?
A mechanical friction clutch.
What is the purpose of a fire wire?
A wire for pulling fire-hoses up to the top bridge
A wire for pulling burning ships off the pier
A wire for handling fire buckets
A wire for securing the Fire Tug alongside a burning ship
How to determine when the cool down is complete?
When from compressor to vapour manifold reach - 25 C.
When temperature monitor or liquid level gauges show a liquid presence in the bottom of the tank.
When vapour from HD compressor reach - 40 C.
When outlet from spray header reach - 10 C.
During maintenance work on a fuel tank the engine room ratings are removing scale in preparation for re-coating. One of the ratings suddenly notices the smell of fumes even though the atmosphere had been satisfactorily tested before the work started. What action should the ratings take?
Stop work until the smell disappears and then carry on removing the scale.
Leave the tank immediately and have the atmosphere retested.
Ask for another fan to be switched on to increase the ventilation in the tank.
Put on breathing apparatus and carry on with the task.
Which of the following statements concerning an accidental oil spill in US waters is true?
The person in charge must report the spill to the US Coast Guard
A warning broadcast must be made by radiotelephone (VHF)
The Corps of Engineers is responsible for the clean up of the oil spill
The Department of Interior is responsible for the clean up of the oil spill
Why do we have longtitudal bulkhead in a prismatic cargo tank
To reduce the free surface ”sloshing” on the cargo
To control the list of the ship
To load two grades of cargo in one tank
To increase the transverse strength of the cargo tank
When loaded to what depth can bulk carriers constructed after 1 July 1999 withstand flooding of any one cargo hold?
The Winter North Atlantic loadline
The main engine is running steady with an average exhaust gas temperature of approximately 350° C. What would be a typical alarml/slow down setting for the cylinder exhaust gas temperature deviation from the average?
Loading of a palletised cargo onto a conventional reefer vessel is almost complete. The final pallets are to be loaded into the hatch square pre-slung. Which of the options is the main reason for loading these final pallets pre-slung?
To allow the stevedores at the loading port to complete operations quickly.
To allow a quick start to cargo discharge without damaging any of the cargo.
So that the stevedores at the discharge port know which pallets to unload first.
To allow a tight stow at the completion of loading in the hatch square.
Which kind of cargo pumps are the most commonly used in cargo systems for gas carriers?
Hydraulic driven screw pumps.
Hydraulic driven submerged pumps.
Submerged electric motor pumps.
Electric driven screw pumps.
Some of the cargoes carried onboard liquefied gas carriers are classed as saturated hydrocarbons. What are the features of the common saturated hydrocarbon cargoes (e.g. propane and butane) that are carried on these vessels?
As liquids they are colourless, odourless and are chemically non-reactive.
As liquids they are yellowish brown in colour, odourless and are chemically reactive.
As liquids they are yellowish brown in colour, with a sweet odour, and are chemically non-reactive.
As liquids they are colourless, with a sweet odour, and are chemically reactive.
On a RoRo vessel, why are short lashings better than long lashings for ro-ro units?
Because ships' vibrations will not slacken short lashings
Because it is a cargo securing manual requirement
Because they're easily tightened and tensioned
Certain vessels are required to maintain oil record books according to the IMO. Is it compulsory that an oil record book is maintained onboard liquefied gas carriers?
Yes, all ships to which MARPOL 73/78 applies must have oil record book parts 1 and 2 onboard.
Yes, all ships to which MARPOL 73/78 applies must have an oil record book part 1 onboard
No, since MARPOL 73/78 only applies to oil tankers then it is not necessary for a liquefied gas carrier to have any oil record book onboard.
Yes, all ships to which MARPOL 73/78 applies must have an oil record book part 2 onboard.
On a RoRo vessel, where will escaping gasoline vapours settle in a cargo hold? If the forced ventilation system is shut down
Which of the following statements is incorrect with regard to IMDG Class 5 cargoes?
The goods must be stowed such that they can be easily jettisoned
The goods require protection against potential sources of ignition
The goods require protection against the accumulation of dangerous vapours
The goods require protection against contact with moisture and water
What should be done prior to loading cotton?
The cargo hold fire-fighting system should be thoroughly examined
Tank tops should be sheathed
The holds should be inspected for signs of previous cargo residues
The cargo hold ventilation system should be thoroughly examined
If you observe 2 vehicles having an accident on car deck during loading, what should you do?
Report immediately to the loading officer
Call the security officer
You have just completed discharge of a cargo of Iso-Butanol and are preparing for tank cleaning. The pumpman is going round the deck checking the cargo pump cofferdams for any leakage of hydraulic oil or cargo. What term is applied to this procedure?
Are all independent tanks self-supported?
Non cargo tanks are self-supported
Only independent tank type C is self-supported
Only spherical tank and cylindrical tanks are self-supported
All independent tanks are self-supported
Consider the situation sketched below. What can happen if the tugmaster is not careful?
The tug may be turned across your bow with the danger of being turned over.
The stern of the tug may be sucked into your bow.
The tug may be pushed away from the ship and thus unable to assist your vessel.
The tugmaster may loose control and ram your bow with possible damage to your ship.
After main power is restored, a timed sequential restart of motor-driven auxiliaries is necessary to avoid:
Overvoltage due to current surges
Generator overload due to many motors starting at simultaneously
Overloading creating earth faults
Over-frequency due to overspeed of generator
You are burning garbage containing plastics. What shall you do with the ashes from the vessel's incinerator?
Discharge the ashes to a shore facility
Discharge the ashes at sea providing you are more than 25 nautical miles offshore
Discharge at sea providing you are not in any river or estuary
Nothing, ashes from any substance which is incinerated can be discharged over board
Commonly used on an oil tanker, what is another name for a "Combustible Gas Indicator"?
How often should boiler water tests be carried out on a steam boiler?
If the general alarm is sounding and evacuation of the ship is required. What is the best way to ensure that all passengers are aware of the situation?
Crew with designated emergency duties should proceed to the muster station to count all passengers in his section. If somebody is missing, report to their superior.
Use Public Address system to inform the passengers. Inform all passengers to report to designated area for head count.
Inform the passengers through Public Address system. Crew with designated emergency duties should proceed to their cabin section and search all cabins. Guide and evacuate passengers. If the area is inaccessible report to their superior or the bridge.
Alarm signal and Public Address system will be effectively, including head count at muster point.
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term "BUOY LINE" are given. Which one is the correct one?
Buoy line is given by C on the figure
Buoy line is given by A on the figure
Buoy line is given by D on the figure
Buoy line is given by B on the figure
What type of buoy is this?
What does this signal indicate?
A fishing vessel whose nets have become entangled on an obstruction
A fishing vessel engaged in trawling
A vessel requiring medical assistance