Anyone of the crew who is assigned to watch duties in port has a number of important tasks to carry out. Which one of the listed tasks should be included in the watchman’s duties?
Check the moorings for correct tightness and ensure the gangway remains safe and secure.
Check the safe and secure handling of cargo.
Check the number of persons joining and leaving the vessel.
Check there is always a shore watchman on the jetty.
What kind of safety equipment must be worn during anchoring?
All of the mentioned equipment.
Safety helmet, safety shoes.
Boiler suit, working gloves.
When must personal protective equipment be worn:
When making the vessel fast.
At all times when identified as a control method with risk assessment.
Is it always possible to use the word “ship” instead of the word “boat”?
A boat can only be used for vessels under 50 metres in length.
Normally a small vessel is called a “boat” rather than a “ship”, otherwise it is not important.
Either can be used anytime.
What is the correct understanding of the term “gangway”?
Portable bridge arrangement between ship and shore, when alongside.
The ladder arrangement to allow walking access down the ship’s side into a boat alongside the vessel.
The access arrangements on an oil tanker between the bow and the after accommodation.
The access arrangements between the decks on the ship.
What is the main characteristic of the weak link in a float-free arrangement for inflatable liferafts?
Be of sufficient strength to permit to pull the painter from the container and the inflation of the liferaft.
Be of sufficient strength to break at a depth of at least 4 m and release the liferaft from its berth.
Be of such a strength to be cut by any person with a jack-knife.
Be of sufficient strength to keep the liferaft alongside the ship when dragged at a maximum speed of 3 knots.
When you join a new ship, how are you informed about safety rules, alarm instructions and your own duties in case of an emergency?
By muster lists exhibited in conspicuous places.
By folder distributed to each crewmember.
By alarm instructions in all crew cabins.
By oral instructions by the Captain.
If the relief for the bridge lookout does not appear at the end of the watch, when required, what should be the actions of the existing lookout?
The lookout should go down the accommodation to see where the relief is and make him/her go to the lookout position.
Inform the Officer of the Watch that you are going to call your relief.
He should inform the Officer of the Watch and wait for instructions.
What signal, if any, is specified in SOLAS as the “Abandon ship” signal?
The “Abandon ship” signal is not specified, only the general emergency alarm signal is stated.
Six short blasts, followed by one long blast.
Seven short blasts followed by one long blast.
The process of settling of slops on an oil tanker is:
Allowing the oil and water to separate out.
Allowing any waxy layers to settle below the residual oil.
Allowing the mixture to rest once it has been pumped into the slop tank, so that any static charge disperses.
Allowing any sediment to separate out and drop to the bottom of the tank.
Which of the following actions will most effectively prevent fire in a cabin?
Ensuring that all persons avoid smoking in bed.
Request people to refrain from smoking.
Install fire detecting devices.
A lifejacket has sufficient buoyancy and stability to lift the mouth of an unconscious person at a minimum of:
120 mm above the water (in calm water).
40 mm above the water (in calm water).
160 mm above the water (in calm water).
180 mm above the water (in calm water).
What is the name of the device used for continually checking ballast water as it is pumped overboard?
Oil Detection Monitoring Equipment (ODME).
Ballast Supervising Monitor (BSM).
Ballast Handling Monitor (BHM).
Which of the following is part of the spill response equipment inventory?
Dry chemical powders extinguish fire by:
Inhibition, smothering and/or opacification.
Cooling and/or inhibition.
Unfeeding, cooling and/or smothering.
Cooling and/or smothering.
An inert gas system is used during a Crude Oil Washing operation:
To build up internal pressure and so increase the pumping rate.
To protect the condition of the steel structure of the tank.
To ensure a safe atmosphere in the cargo tank throughout the operation.
Proteinic foams have the feature of being:
Of low expansion, not easily contaminated by hydrocarbons.
Of high expansion, not easily contaminated by hydrocarbons.
Of high expansion, made of tense-active compounds.
Of low expansion, viscous and solid, easily contaminated by hydrocarbons.
What is the minimum volume of air contained in the cylinders of a SOLAS compliant self-contained compressed-air operated breathing apparatus (SCABA)?
Which of the following features is required for an anti-exposure suit?
Is fitted with a light and a whistle.
Is marked with the name of the vessel to which the appliance belongs.
Is made of such a material that it cannot be torn.
Can be continuously worn without impeding every duties to be performed by the wearer when in normal watch on the bridge.
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?
Go to your lifeboat station (muster station).
Report on the bridge (deck crew) or engine control room (engine crew) for further orders.
Go to (or remain in) your cabin and wait for further orders.
What do you understand by the term “Slewing”?
Turning or rotating a crane boom.
Hoisting or lowering a load.
Raising or lowering a crane boom.
Making a (travelling) crane move along its rails.
Apart from steering the helmsman should also:
Regularly check the speed.
Regularly check the gyro against the magnetic compass.
How is a EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) activated?
Most EPIRBs are remotely activated from the ship.
The EPIRB is always transmitting and does not need to be activated.
Most EPIRBs are automatically activated when they enter the water.
Most EPIRBs must be manually switched on.
The duty engineer of a UMS ship is approached by a member of the ship’s staff, seeking permission to hang wet working clothes in the engine room to dry. He should:
Not allow the clothes to be hung anywhere in the unmanned machinery spaces.
Allow the clothes to be hung over rail next to the warm FO service tanks.
Allow the clothes to be hung over a rail anywhere.
Allow the clothes to be hung over a rail provided there is no electrical equipment directly below.
This is a standard item of equipment on an oil tanker, but what does the abbreviation “ODME” stand for?
Oil Detection Master Equaliser.
Oil Depletion Miscibility Equipment.
Oil Discharge Monitoring Equipment.
Overboard Detection and Measuring Equipment.
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Portable foam applicator.
Portable fire extinguisher.
A person wearing a thermal protective aid shall be able:
To wear a lifejacket inside.
To climb up and down a vertical ladder.
To jump into the water from a height of 4,5 m.
Wearing a lifejacket, jump into the water close to the raft and then swim to it.
Oily rags and metal turnings:
Are a fire hazard because they are liable to spontaneous combustion.
Are not a fire hazard unless ignited.
Are not a fire hazard at all.
Are a fire hazard because they generate their own oxygen when ignited and are therefore difficult to extinguish.
What does the abbreviation “OBO” stand for?
Commonly used on an oil tanker, what does an “Explosimeter” measure?
The composition of hydrocarbon gas/air mixtures in a tank atmosphere.
The amount of H2S gas in a tank atmosphere.
The level of oxygen present within a tank.
The relative amounts of nitrogen and combustible gases within a tank.
When handling slops on an oil tanker, what is meant by “settling”?
Allowing the oil and water to separate out.
Allowing any waxy layers to settle below the residual oil.
Allowing the mixture to rest once it has been pumped into the slop tank, so that any static charge disperses.
Allowing any sediment to separate out and drop to the bottom of the tank.
You are carrying out a search in a smoke filled room, wearing a breathing apparatus. How would you conduct this search?
Carry out a right or left hand search and proceed carefully, feeling the area in front with the foot and using the back of the free hand to check the area around.
As soon as you enter carry out a right or left hand search by placing the appropriate hand onto the bulkhead and then follow the bulkhead round as quickly as possible.
Proceed to the approximate centre of the room and then carry out the search on a circular pattern.
Proceed straight ahead to the far bulkhead and then carry out a left or right hand search as appropriate.
Which of these types of information is considered sensitive?
Ship schematic and HR policies.
Planned maintenance schedule and emergency response procedures.
Voyage itinerary and departure and arrival times.
Way points and training records.
What is the main fire fighting medium used for the cargo area of an oil tanker?
Before extinction of an electric fire we need:
To disconnect the power source.
To know the voltage and wear rubber gloves.
To confine the area involved in the fire.
To put out the fire without taking any special measures.
What class of fire is a smouldering fire of wood, textiles, paper and other carbonaceous materials?
Why should there be checklists or work permits for hazardous operations?
To make sure the job is done under controlled conditions.
So we know who to blame when something goes wrong.
To locate crew members in case of emergency.
Because it is required by USCG (US Coast Guard).
Is it always possible to use the word “ship” instead of the word “boat”?
A boat can only be used for vessels under 50 metres in length.
Either can be used anytime.
Normally a small vessel is called a “boat” rather than a “ship”, otherwise it is not important.
What items of clothing should be avoided during mooring operations?
Loose necklaces and chains round the neck.
All of the items specified in the alternative answers.
Boiler suits with wide loose sleeves.
Rings on the fingers or thumbs.
As a general rule, what is the minimum flash point of an oil used as a liquid fuel on board?
Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Secondary means of escape.
What do you call the wide rung on a pilot ladder that prevents the ladder from twisting?
The wide rung on a pilot ladder that prevents it from twisting is called a “Spreader”.
The wide rung on a pilot ladder that prevents it from twisting is called a “Wide step”.
The wide rung on a pilot ladder that prevents it from twisting is called a “Ani-twist rung”.
The wide rung on a pilot ladder that prevents it from twisting is called a “Long rung”.
In the diagram, which letter is indicating the position “MIDSHIPS”?
Midships is indicated by B, in the figure.
Midships is indicated by A, in the figure.
Midships is indicated by C, in the figure.
Midships is indicated by D, in the figure.
What is name of the machine shown, used to heave on the ropes during mooring and unmooring?
How should you, as helmsman, give feedback to the OOW (officer on watch) that his orders are understood?
You don’t have to give any feedback.
What is the purpose of the Ship Security Plan?
Protect your ship from risks posed by security threats or incidents.
Outline the organizational structure for the ship.
Outline specific measures for your ship to move from security level 1 to 2 and from 2 to 3.
On the figure there are four possible definitions of the term “STARBOARD BOW” given. Which one is the correct one?
Starboard bow is given by B on the figure.
Starboard bow is given by A on the figure.
Starboard bow is given by C on the figure.
Starboard bow is given by D on the figure.
What is understood by the term “Boat Drill”?
“Boat Drill” is an exercise to launch the lifeboats and move the boats clear of the ship.
“Boat Drill” is an exercise in the practical and safe methods to secure a boat alongside the ship.
“Boat Drill” means the practical training in the various aspects of getting all the people onboard safely off the ship, in the event of abandoning ship.
“Boat Drill” means an exercise in the safe methods of handling a lifeboat in heavy seas.
What is meant by the term “keeping a proper lookout” as applied to the bridge lookout?
Keeping a visual lookout all round the ship and also actively listening out for audio signals.
Keeping a very visual lookout ahead and abeam of the ship.
Continually visually scanning the horizon all round the ship.
Keeping a visual lookout all round the vessel.
What is the minimum distance between the helmet and the head of the wearer supposed to be?
Which is the “CAPSTAN”, in the figure?
The Capstan is indicated by D in the figure.
The Capstan is indicated by A in the figure.
The Capstan is indicated by B in the figure.
The Capstan is indicated by C in the figure.
On the figure 4 possible definitions of the term “AIR DRAUGHT” are given. Which one is the correct one?
Air draught is given by C on the figure.
Air draught is given by B on the figure.
Air draught is given by A on the figure.
Air draught is given by D on the figure.
When is it good practice to check the pressure-vacuum valves?
After cargo transfer operations.
Before the next dry-docking.
During cargo transfer operations.
If cicrumstances permit, how should low expansion foam be applied to oil burning near a bulkhead of the engine room?
The foam should be aimed at the bulkhead behind the fire and allowed to spread out slowly over the fire.
The foam should be aimed at about 45 degrees upwards so that it can drop onto the fire.
The foam should be applied to the centre of the fire.
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 in a jet to the back of the fire.
Water should be applied to the oil in a single jet only.
Water should not be used on any type of oil fire.
What is the normal name of the special wire/rope on board the ship used to make a tug fast?
A person wearing an adult lifejacket shall be able:
To dive half a meter under the water surface.
To jump from any height into the water without being injured or damaging the lifejacket.
To swim half a mile distance and board a survival craft.
To swim a short distance through the water and board a survival craft.
How is a EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) activated?
Most EPIRBs are automatically activated when they enter the water.
Most EPIRBs are remotely activated from the ship.
The EPIRBs is always transmitting and does not need to be activated.
What is the absolutely main purpose with fighting a fire on board?
Prior to entering a cargo hold to check the cargo condition stowed in it, you must ensure that:
The necessary permits, based on valid atmospheric and other applicable tests, are issued and valid for entry.
Written instructions from the Chief Officer on what to check in the holdare signed by all persons entering the space.
A list of the items stowed in the applicable hold, extracted from the Cargo manifest, must be available for reference during the checks.
Emergency equipment at the after end of the main deck is in place.
What should you know about the emergency stops on deck?
Where they are located and how to operate them.
How to disconnect or over-ride them for routine work.
I do not need to know anything about the emergency stops. It’s only the officers who operate them.
Where the re-sets are and how to re-set them.
What is commonly recognised as the main hazard associated with unprotected entry into an enclosed space within the cargo area on an oil tanker?
The atmosphere within the space may potentially contain too little oxygen or it may contain toxic vapours.
There may be restrictions on access and mobility within the space.
There are no significant hazards associated with entry into closed spaces on tankers.
On the figure there are four (4) possible definitions of the term “BOLLARD” given. Which one is the correct one?
Bollard is given by C on the figure.
Bollard is given by D on the figure.
Bollard is given by B on the figure.
Bollard is given by A on the figure.
How many rocket parachute flares are carried in each liferaft with SOLAS B pack?
What precautions must be taken before entering an enclosed space?
Gas readings taken, and when deemed to be all right, personnel issued with rescue harnesses.
Rescue harness in place, oxygen level measured, communications set up, crewmember in vicinity.
Space thoroughly ventilated, oxygen and gas readings taken, communication set up, permit to work completed, crewmember standing by, with rescue gear.
In the human body, breathing is controlled by:
The respiratory centre in the brain.
Which of the following is false when a casualty is bleeding?
Cover the wound with a cloth.
Encourage patient to lie quite and re-assure.
What should be carried out before entering the pump room?
Always carry a walkie talkie with you into the pump room and call for help immediately if you start feeling dizzy.
Notify the Chief Officer or officer on duty.
Notify the Chief Officer or officer on duty and run the ventillation for at least 15 minutes.
Run the ventilation for at least 15 minutes.
What kind of foot wear should be used when working on deck and in the engine room?
Safety shoes or safety boots.
An inflatable lifejacket will inflate:
Either automatically on immersion or by mouth.
Automatically on immersion.
Either automatically on immersion or by a single manual motion or by mouth.
Either automatically on immersion or by a single manual motion.
When is it good practice to check the pressure-vacuum valves?
After cargo transfer operations.
Before the next dry-docking.
On the figure there are four (4) possible definitions of the term “BREADTH” given. Which one is the correct one?
Breadth is given by A on the figure.
Breadth is given by C on the figure.
Breadth is given by B on the figure.
Breadth is given by D on the figure.
What is the inherent danger in welding/cutting in piping containing freon?
Development of explosive gases.
Development of nitrous gases.
Depletion of oxygen in the air.
Depletion of the ozone layer.
What is the correct understanding of the term “Bottlescrew”?
A bottlescrew is a metal threaded sleeve which adjust the length and tension on rigging or stays.
A bottlescrew is the special wire rope used to lash containers.
A bottlescrew is the threaded screw used to open large bottles.
A bottlescrew is the connection ring on this ships deck used to connect lashings and rigging.
A floating liferaft is capable of withstanding repeated jumps on to it from a height of at least:
What is the role of a tug in a port?
A tug assists the ships to moor and unmoor.
A tug is the normal vessel used by the pilot to board a ship.
A tug provides transport for the port personnel.
A tug is used to assist the fishing boats when they enter the port.
What do you understand by the term “Let go the tug”?
To cast off the lines that secure the tug to the ship.
To tell the tug master to go away.
To cut the lines securing the tug to the ship.
To take no notice of the tug.
An evacuation-slide must be capable:
Of being deployed by one person.
Of being deployed by two persons.
Of being deployed by two person or remotely controlled from the bridge.
Of being deployed by one person or remotely controlled from the bridge.
On oil tankers, what is generally used to control the safety of the atmosphere in the cargo tanks?
What are the duties of the bridge lookout during the night, when the vessel is in the middle of the ocean?
The lookout must keep a lookout all-round the ship and report anything sighted, or heard, to the Officer of the Watch.
The lookout must keep a lookout ahead of the vessel and report anything sighted to the Officer of the Watch.
The lookout should remain on the bridge wing to be at hand to deliver messages as required by the Officer of the Watch.