What is false regarding the function :” Transmission and reception of maritime safety information”
On area A2 this function is based on the use of NAVTEX
On area A1 this function is based on the use of VHF NBDP telex
On area A4 this function is based on the use of HF NBDP telex
On area A3 this function is based on the use of INMARSAT C SAFETYNET
What is the correct statement conserning the literweight of flammable products ?
The literweight will be the same regardless of temperature.
Higher temperature leads to higher literweight.
Higher temperature leads to lower literweight.
Lower temperature leads to lower literweight.
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.
What is correct UTC in this example? Approx. Pos: N49°51' W35°23', zone +2, Local Time 0900.
How can you minimize the squat effect?
Decrease the speed as much as practicable
Maintain your course and speed
Increase speed if the ship is not already on full ahead
Do a zig-zag manoeuvre to reduce speed
When a ship is steaming along a course line, what is the importance of determining the set and rate of drift due to wind and current?
All of the suggested answers
To appreciate the possible extent of drift and dangers in the event of engine failure
To determine the time required to reach the next alteration of course point.
To determine the correction required to the course steered to maintain the planned passage.
Which of the alternative methods of using a tug when escorting your ship through narrow waters do you think is the most effective if you lose steering power?
The tug-s bow against my stern, made fast with lines. By moving the tug to either side of my stern, this will help to steer the ship (figure 4).
Running free alongside, ready to be made fast (figure 2)
Made fast forward on either shoulder, ready to push (figure 3)
Made fast in a line at the bow (figure 1)
Is piracy an increasing or decreasing problem?
Piracy has remained constant for the last 50 years
As per SOLAS regulations, the general emergency alarm system must be tested:
You are inerting a cargo tank on an oil tanker, prior to gas-freeing for entry. What is the maximum oxygen content permitted in the inert gas main during this operation, as required by SOLAS 1974?
What is the main responsibility of a bridge lookout at night?
Inform the bridge of any new lights when they appear over the horizon or any other items observed which may affect the ship
Inform bridge of changing weather patterns
Inform bridge of any lights when they appear over the horizon
Inform bridge of any other ships observed, which appear to be getting closer to your own ship
Which equipment is utilised to control the liquid level in the cargo tanks?
In the cargo tanks we use deep stick to control the liquid level
In the cargo tanks we use sounding tape to control the liquid level
In the cargo tanks we use either float or radar type gauge to control the liquid level
In the cargo tanks we use float type gauge to control the liquid level
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.
On a Container vessel, what is the function of double stacking cones?
To link adjacent container stacks together particularly those in line with buttresses
To link out-of-gauge container stacks together
To lock containers horizontally
To lock adjacent container stacks together
A deep tank on a General Cargo ship has been cleaned after discharge of palm oil; what needs to be done to prepare the space for dry cargo?
Ladders checked, CO2 lines closed and temperature probes removed
Suction line blanked off, heating coils fitted and bilge system closed off
Heating coils removed, bilge suctions and CO2 lines opened and tested
Ballast lines opened up, ladders removed and air vents closed
What is the necessary protection when you are rust chipping with air tools?
Gloggles and ear protectors
Protective clothing, safety shoes, earmuffs
Gloves, goggles, earmuffs
Protective clothing, safety shoes, gloves, goggles, earmuffs.
Some 4-stroke engines are fitted with a rotorcap on the cylinder head valves. For what reason?
Rotate the inlet valve during operation.
To prevent the valve spindel to stick..
Distribute the exhaust gas or the air inlet better to improve combustion.
Improve the scaling surface function, increase the service time of the exhaust valve in the engine.
A loaded bulk carrier experiences heavy ice accretion on deck forward, what are the major concerns of the changes in stability?
Excessive trim by the stern
Reduction of speed and additional fuel consumption
Reduction of metacentric height (GM) and loss of freeboard forward
Increase in metacentric height (GM)
Under U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations when is a Vertical Tandem Lift possible?
When two intermodal containers one on top of the other are connected by semi-automatic twistlocks
When three intermodal containers in a stack are connected by fully-automatic twistlocks
When two intermodal containers one on top of the other are connected by fully-automatic twistlocks
When three intermodal containers in a stack are connected by semi-automatic twistlocks
What is meant by a two stage compressor ?
Two stage air compressors have the capabillity to compress air in stage one and dry the air in stage two.
The compressed air goes back from stage two and into stage one to get extra pressure before it goes into the starting air bottles.
The two stage air compressor take some air from the surraundings to stage one and compress and some air from the surraundings to stage two and compress.
Air from stage one goes through discharge valves in stage one and through suction valves into stage two. In stage two it will be compressed to high pressure air.
To control bleeding, a tourniquet should be applied:
Only when all other means have failed
Whenever it is possible to stop bleeding
Only on Radio medical advice
Whenever you have to transport the casualty
When loading LNG into prismatic type cargo tanks it is sometimes prohibited to leave any of the tanks between 10 to 80% full at completion of loading. What is the main reason that it is recommended to avoid this prohibited partly filled range?
The free surface effect might result in excessive sloshing loads.
It will increase the rate at which boil off gas will be produced.
It would be an uneconomical use of cargo capacity.
It will increase the vapour space and therefore increase the risk of flammable mixtures developing.
"If drugs or suspected drugs are found onboard your ship, follow the five C’s. Confirm, Clear, Cordon, Control and:"
What English name is given to all the plates, cups, saucers, serving dishes, etc?
What precautions should be taken for the deck covering in a steering gear room?
Lay removable wooden duckboards.
Apply a liberal coating of non-slip paint.
Any of the listed alternatives.
Lay removable open-grill metal duckboards.
On a RoRo vessel, which of the ships trading certificates details the type and location that dangerous goods are allowed to be stowed onboard
The Cargo Ship Safety construction certificate
Safety Equipment certificate
Certificate of compliance for the carriage of Dangerous goods
Which type of temperature sensor is used in this temperature measuring system shown?
Platinum resistance sensor
How would pirates attacking a ship be communicated to another ship?
"My ship is under attack by pirates"
"My ship was under attack by pirates"
"My ship will be under attack by pirates"
When an air compressor is going to be started it is important that the compressor is started with the "blow off" valves open. Why?
To ensure that the electric motor will not have a too low torque during start.
To ensure that we do not have any water assembly in the cylinders when the compressor start.
To be sure that all pressure valves in the HP line to the starting bottle are open.
To ensure that the compressor does not have any back pressure due to a leak suction valve in stage one.
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
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
Which types of compressors are used as cargo compressors onboard gas carriers?
One, two and three stage piston compressors.
One, two and three stage screw compressors.
Oil free screw and piston compressors.
Piston, screw and centrifugal type compressors.
When preparing a cargo tank on a liquefied gas carrier for loading cargo following inspection of the tank a number of different steps are required. What is the first step required after such an inspection?
What is extracted rape seed meal, soya bean meal, cotton seed meal and sunflower seed meal?
Why do all gas carriers have deepwell or submersible cargo pumps?
The use of electric motors.
It is not permitted to have cargo pomp-room below the upper deck.
To avoid having cargo pipes in cargo tanks.
It is cheaper and less complicated than pump-room.
Bulk Coal cargoes may produce methane and carbon monoxide gas; what are the main features of these two gasses?
Methane and carbon monoxide gasses are flammable and lighter than air
Methane and carbon monoxide gasses are non-flammable and lighter than air
Methane and carbon monoxide gasses are non flammable but toxic
Methane and carbon monoxide are heavier than air and flammable
The circuit symbol is a widely used system for converting AC voltage to DC voltage. In this case the input voltage is a sine-wave. Which of the shown diagrams is correct for the output voltage V(out.)
How is the prime mover load normally kept to a minimum when starting up an electric driven reciprocating type air compressor?
By using an unloading device to keep the compressor delivery valves open until the machine is up to speed.
By using an unloading device to keep the compressor suction valves open until the machine is up to speed.
By keeping the second stage drain valve open until the machine is up to speed.
By keeping the main discharge valve closed until the machine is up to speed.
This block diagram illustrates an elementary control system. What is the common name for this type of system?
Open loop feed back system
Closed loop feed back system
If a cargo has a literweight 0f 1.5 kg/l at 15° and a correction factor of 0,001, what is the literweight at 20° C ?
How many lifejackets are required in a passenger cabin?
Twice the number of beds in the cabin
Same number as beds in the cabin
Non, they will be handed out at the muster station
Methane/air mixtures in the range of 5.3 - 14% are flammable and have an auto ignition temperature of approximately 595 degrees C. What is meant by the term 'auto ignition temperature'?
It is the lowest temperature at which flammable gases are given off by the mixture.
It is the lowest temperature at which the mixture will ignite when a flame is applied to it.
It is the lowest temperature of the source of ignition required to ignite a flammable mixture.
It is the temperature at which the mixture will spontaneously ignite and continue to burn without an external source of ignition.
What is the result of a large metacentric height?
The center of gravity will move upwards.
The ship will have a long roll period.
Bending moment will increase.
The ship will roll violently.
What type of vessel is this?
Vessel not under command and not making way
Vessel at anchor carrying out special operations
Which of the following cuts of beef is taken from the shoulder?
When conducting a risk assessment for a shipboard work activity, what are the two elements to be considered?
The chance of an incident re-occuring and the potential effects of an loss.
The available manpower and their experience in this type of work.
The potential severity of harm and the likelihood that harm will occur.
The time available to complete the task and the resources to hand.
What should a duty crew member do if he observes stevedores smoking in ‘no smoking’ areas?
Immediately inform the stevedore foreman and duty officer
Immediately inform the chief officer
Immediately inform the master
Wait to inform the relieving duty crew member
According to MARPOL there are requirements regarding minimum amidships draught for crude oil tankers in ballast condition. What is the formula for calculating minimum draught amidships?
Why is it important to have an efficient fire patrol system on board passenger ships?
To ensure that an outbreak of fire may be prompltly detected
To control that passengers adhere to smoking regulations on board
To verify that the automatic fire-detection system is working properly
To show passengers in public areas we are on duty 24 hrs
In RoRo Cargo Planning What should be considered for the location of stowage of a heavy loads such as transformer, locomotive or work boats?
The discharge port rotation
Requests from the stevedore
The stability of the vessel, access to the location and the SWL of the stowage location
On a RoRo vessel, what should be done when cargoes that transmit stack loads are to be loaded onto the vessel's decks or hatch covers?
Weld additional steel plates to the deck and/or hatch covers where stack loads are transmitted
Load the cargo under-deck instead
Stow the cargo on timbers of sufficient thickness so as to distribute the stack load
Which of the tools given in the options is the best one to select for cutting a new external thread on the end of a steel pipe?
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
During inspection of the 'tween deck space of a reefer vessel it is observed that there is a gas tight seal fitted to the lids at the floor of the space. Which of the assumptions given in the options can be correctly made about the 'tween deck space, based on this observation?
It is separate from the space above.
It is separate from the space below.
It is common with the space below.
It is common with all spaces in the hatch.
What is the maximum period between the sampling/testing of the moisture content of a solid bulk cargo and the loading of that cargo into a bulk carrier?
It must always be conducted immediately before loading
A test is not required each time of loading
Testing must be carried out on a random sampling basis.
A maximum for seven (7) days, when there has been no change in the moisture content due to rain or snow
What is the duct keel on a general cargo ship?
The duct keel is the keel plate running along the fore and aft line of the ship.
The duct keel is the keel plate on smaller ships which extends out from the hull.
The Duct Keel is the vertical access duct down from the deck to the keel plate to provide access into the double bottom.
The duct keel is a longitudinal box shaped strength member running along the centreline of the ship and through which piping etc can be placed.
How can the pressure be regulated during start up of a positive displacement pump such as a gear pump?
By throttling the discharge valve
By throttling the suction valve.
Positive displacement pumps operate at constant pressure and cannot be regulated.
Adjustment of the pressure relief valve to recirculate part of the flow.
A large vessel develops a sudden sheer when it stops moving through the water, having been steaming through a shallow water channel for several miles. The sheer may be strong and unexpected and is due to what reason?
The shallow water reduces the effectiveness of the rudder and when the vessel stops any applied rudder will become suddenly more effective.
The vessel stopping shifts the pivot point forward and creates a turning moment and results in the ship swinging towards the bank.
The hydrodynamic interaction effects from the banks of the shallow water channel acts on the stern causing the vessel to sheer strongly
The large volume of water dragged behind the vessel continues to move forward and cause a strong turning moment on the stern of the vessel
One of the purposes to MARPOL Annex I is to:
Ensure that the ships certificates are valid.
The tanker is en-route and meets certain discharging conditions.
Prevent operational oil pollution by providing ships with discharge criteria and other guidelines to follow.
Prevent sea-going incident involving tankers.
With a bulk ship in port, when would it be permissible to start painting over-side?
Within two hours of berthing
After obtaining permission from the port authority
Immediately after berthing
After obtaining permission from the master
Why is it necessary to have routine testing of the cooling water?
To trace leakage in the cooling water system.
To detect the presence of contaminants in the water that may be injurious to the cooling system.
To ensure that the proper residuals of treatment chemicals, as specified, are maintained all time.
What is the punishment for a master or any other person in authority on board a ship if he or she treats a person carried on the ship in an improper manner or fails to prevent his being so treated by other persons onboard?
Shall bi liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 9 months.
Shall bi liable to fines.
Shall bi liable to fines or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months.
Shall bi liable to fines or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 12 months.
Where should a mid-bay guide be positioned?
At the base of cell guides
On the tank top between two 20’ container bays
Between 20’ container bays on deck
On the tank top at the ends of 40’ container bays
What governs the disposal of dry bulk cargo residues at sea?
The Code of Safe Practice for Solid Bulk Cargoes
An inspection in the amidships area of the weather deck of a Panamax container vessel has revealed cracks in the hatch coamings. Which part of the vessel should now urgently be inspected.
Transverse bulkhead beneath the bridge front.
Longitudinals in the double bottom tanks in the amidships half length of the vessel.
Transverse bulkhead immediately aft of the engine room.
Stiffening in the forepeak tank at approximately water line level.
On a Container vessel, which of the following statements is incorrect with regard to IMDG Class 2 cargoes?
These goods require protection from heat
These goods require protection against the accumulation of dangerous vapours
These goods require protection against moisture
These goods need to be stowed in a protected location
In a diesel engine lubrication system the circulating pump pump normally takes suction from the oil sump tank. Where does the oil pass to directly after the pump?
When should additional lashings on general cargoes be considered?
When heavy weather is anticipated for the planned voyage
When passing through the Tropical Zone in winter months
When passing through the Summer Zone in winter months
With the onset of heavy weather
During a routine check of one of the auxiliary engines in an UMS operated engine room, a minor leakage on a high pressure fuel pipe was observed. What would be an appropriate action and/or precaution to be taken? (Assume normal operation; 2 sets operating and 1 set standby)
Any of the mentioned alternatives will meet the requirement.
Have a motorman on watch for the rest of the night, especially instructed to watch the engine
Change the operation to the third generator set, leaving the original set as stand-by awaiting possibility to repair the failure.
Change operation to the third generator set, preparing the original set for repair of the failure and switching to manual mode until repair is carried out.
When an engine is working normally, the lubricating oil return temperatures are moderate and the running temperatures of the moving parts are also moderate. Lubricating oil is not a volatile liquid and the temperature inside the crankcase is insufficiently high to cause concentration of vapor. What would be the flash point of the lubricating oil?
A positive displacement type flow meter is defective and cannot be repaired. It is to be replaced with a new instrument which uses a Venturi type sensor. Which of the pneumatic relays given in the options will be required in order for this type of instrument to function correctly?
Square root extractor relay.
A new cylindrical brass bearing sleeve for a pump shaft is found to be a few millimetres too long for the housing and needs to be adjusted to the correct length. Which will be the best method to use to reduce the length of the sleeve to the correct dimension?
Remove the excess length using the ship's lathe.
Grind off the excess on a pedestal grinder for quickness.
Cut off the excess with a mechanical hacksaw.
Manually hacksaw off the excess and dress the end with a file.
After discharge of a bulk cargo by grabs, tank tops and lower hopper side plating must be checked for ?
Damage and possible leaks
In a PID controller we have possibility to change the setting of the Proportional band (P), the Reset time (1) and the Rate time (D). Please indicate which curve shows the typical response to a change in input, if the setting of the proportional band is too wide.
Refrigerated cargoes are generally easy to secure for a sea passage when compared to some bulk, timber and project type cargoes. The cargo must be stowed so that it will not shift during the voyage and so that a good air flow can be maintained through the cargo. Which one of the given options is most likely to result in this required outcome and a successful carriage?
A tight uniform stow but with vertical gaps in the cargo for air flow.
The stow is unimportant as it is only the temperature in the hold which determines whether or not the cargo is carried successfully.
A tight uniform stow which forces air through the cargo.
What is the purpose of the discharge booster pump?
To increase the manifold pressure.
To maintain the cargo temperature.
To compensate for friction losses in the discharge line.
On a RoRo vessel, which of these stowage situations produces high friction that does not allow movement of the cargo?
A single tier of dunnage placed between vehicles and steel decks
Steel plates placed between vehicles and steel decks
Vehicles in direct contact with steel decks
Two tiers of dunnage placed between vehicles and steel decks
What is understood by the term "Dew point" of the air?
The temperature at which condensation in the air forms into water droplets.
The temperature of the water vapour in a cloud.
The "Dew Point" is the point at the centre of an Anticyclone
All of the suggested answers
The cargo manifold working platform surface should be made of:
A draw card obtained from a cylinder of a large 2 stroke diesel engine shows that both cylinder compression and maximum pressures are low. Cards from other cylinders indicate normal operation. What is the likely cause of this problem?
Faulty cylinder component (piston rings, liner, etc.)
Excessive cooling of the charge air..
Faulty high pressure fuel pump.
What should be the first action to be taken in the event of the water level disappearing out of the boiler water level gauge glass?
Secure all of the burners.
Close the feed-water stop valve.
Close the main steam stop valve.
There has been an accident at the manifold and one of the crew has swallowed a quantity of unidentified liquid chemical. What is the correct medical term for this?
During a walk around of a stow of refrigerated containers, one of the containers is noted to be quiet and has a red light showing on the control panel. Select, from the options given, the most likely cause of this condition.
The red light indicates that there is power to the container.
The red light indicates that an air change is in progress.
The red light indicates that there is a fault with the container's refrigeration unit.
The red light indicates that there is no power to the container.
The brine used to salting or curing meat contains nitrites. What effect do the nitrites have on the meat?
They increase the preservation time of the meat more than rolling in solid salt crystals
They add a more natural salt taste to the meat than obtained by seasoning after cooking
They make the meat take on a reddish colour after preparation
In most colour coding systems for kitchen knives, what colour is used only for knives used in the preparation of raw fish?
In respect of exposure to vapours from oil cargoes, how is the value of "Short Term Exposure Limit" determined?
The airborne concentration of a toxic substance averaged over any 25 minute period, usually expressed in ppm.
The airborne concentration of a toxic substance averaged over any 30 minute period, usually expressed in ppm.
The airborne concentration of a toxic substance averaged over any 10 minute period, usually expressed in ppm.
The airborne concentration of a toxic substance averaged over any 15 minute period, usually expressed in ppm.
At what interval does the IMO adopt an amendment to the IMDG Code?
A bulk carrier is loading to summer loadline marks ; to which part of the loadline marks does the vessel load in salt water (R.D.1025)?
The bottom of the summer mark
The top of the summer mark
How many rocket parachute flares are carried in each lifeboat?
Which of the following actions should be done before throwing this type of inflatable liferaft over the side?
Take the top off the container to enable raft to inflate once in the water. If all clear, throw raft over side
Disconnect the painter and launch it, checking that all is clear below
Check that the painter is made fast to a secure point and that the sea below is clear
Inflate it on deck and then launch it if clear below