474 What action should be taken immediately in the event of 1 Notify the terminal and stop loading.

an oil tank spill when loading?

47 What action would you take if a defect developed while 2 Stop and report the defect.
using any lifting gear?
397 What are "Cross Curves of Stability" used for onboard a 1 Obtaining Statical Stability curves at known
ship? Displacements.
398 What are "Hydrostatic Curves" used for in ship 2 Mainly for trim calculations for predicting end
calculations? draughts.
202 What are "man ropes" used for? 1 As a handle on a gangway or accommodation
ladder.
203 What are blocks? 3 A pulley wheel or wheels in a wooden or
metal frame.
204 What are canvas awnings used for? 1 To give shelter from the tropical sun.
205 What are derricks mainly used for? 1 Loading and unloading cargo.
206 What are flexible steel wires ropes used for? 2 Cargo runners.
207 What are non-flexible steel wire ropes used for? 3 Stays and shrouds.
399 What are the "effects" of free surface? 3 It cause a loss of GM, thereby creating a
possibly dangerous situation.
208 What are the "Stresses" that effect a ship? 1 Mainly tensile, compressive and bending
stresses.
345 What are the dangers with flooding on the car deck of a 1 a few centimetres creates a colossal free
RO/RO ferry? surface effect, causing a large loss of stability
(GM) and, as a direct consequence, the
vessel may capsize.
475 What can happen when there is a wind blowing during 1 The wind can carry vapours and deposit
cargo operations on a tanker? gases around the superstructure.
2 Gases may enter the accommodation
including the galley.
3 Gases may enter machinery spaces.

114 What causes "Sagging" in a loaded vessel? 4 Leaving peak tanks empty, and then loading
tanks/holds near to amidships.
400 What causes a "Free Surface Effect?" 1 The movement of liquid in slack tanks due to
a ship's motion.
209 What causes blistering on paintwork? 2 Moisture beneath the paint.
476 What causes petroleum or other crude oil products to 2 Ambient temperature above the liquid's
emit gases or vapours? vapour point.
401 What causes ships to experience "Stresses?" 3 Stresses to a ship are mainly caused when
it is subjected to forces from wind, waves and
loads.
210 What causes static electricity? 3 Electricity that is caused by friction.
211 What corrective action would you take if, when spraying a 2 Add more base paint to the mixture that is
bulkhead, the paint developed into runs? being sprayed.
402 What do the intersecting horizontal lines signify in the 2 They show the actual angle of trim.
diagram?
212 What do the letters "GRT" mean? 1 Gross Registered Tonnage.
213 What do the letters "LBP", stand for in relation to a ship? 3 Length Between Perpendiculars.
214 What do the letters "LCF" mean in relation to stability? 3 Longitudinal Centre of Flotation.
215 What do the letters "LOA", stand for in relation to a ship? 2 Length Over All.
216 What do the letters "MCTC" stand for? 2 The Moment to Change Trim one Centimetre.
217 What do the letters ML in the attached diagram mean & 3 It is the longitudinal metacentre and is used
what is it used for ? when calculations involving trim are
considered.
218 What do you call the effect of the movement of liquid in a 3 Free surface effect.
slack tank?
219 What do you understand by the term "proof load" as 1 proof load is the tonnage which is applied
applied to derricks during the testing of the dericks capacity
220 What does "Breadth Moulded" mean in relation to a ship? 3 The maximum breadth measured from inside
the shell plating P to S.
221 What does "Permeability" mean? 3 The relationship between the volume of a
compartment and the volume available for
water if bilged.
115 What does fresh water allowance or "FWA " mean? 4 The amount the vessel may submerge it's
maximum salt water draft by, when loading in
fresh water.
403 What does the diagram show, and what does it mean? 2 The block coefficient of fineness, which is the
ratio between the underwater volume, and
volume of circumscribing block.
116 What does the letter " T " stand for in the diagram? 2 The Trim of the vessel.
222 What does the maintenance of lifeboat davits consist of? 4 Testing, painting and greasing.
404 What does the term "LCB" mean? 4 Longitudinal Centre of Buoyancy.
117 What does the term "Trim" mean? 3 The difference between the draught at the
forward perpendicular and the draught at the
after perpendicular.
48 What does this sign mean? 4 Secure hatches.
89 What does this sign mean? 2 Corrosive.
90 What does this sign mean? 1 An oxidizing agent.
91 What does this sign mean? 2 Non flammable compressed gas.
223 What does this sign mean? 1 Survival craft pyrotechnics.
224 What does this sign mean? 4 Start air supply.
118 What effect does "Freeboard" have on a vessel's 2 As freeboard increases, the range of stability
dynamical stability? also increases, and this in turn leads to
greater dynamical stability.
119 What effect does "Hogging," have on a vessel's draught? 1 It makes the amidships draft appear less than
it should be.
405 What formula do you use to determine the "GM" from an 1 GM = w by distance by length of plumbline
Inclining Experiment? divided by W by deflection of the plumbline.
735 What general precautions should you observe when 2 Packages should be stowed in a protective
loading dangerous goods? location.
3 Post signs and enforce No Smoking

4 Combustible material to be kept away from

ignition sources.
736 What general precautions should you observe when 1 Reject any damaged or leaking packages.
loading dangerous goods?
3 Post signs and enforce No Smoking

4 Combustible material to be kept away from

ignition sources.
737 What general precautions should you observe when 1 Reject any damaged or leaking packages.
loading dangerous goods?
2 Packages should be stowed in a protective
location.
4 Combustible material to be kept away from
ignition sources.
406 What happens to cause a vessel to be in a state of 4 When the centre of gravity rises above the
"Unstable Equilibrium?" metacentre.
120 What happens when a vessel passes between water of 1 If a ship goes from salt water to fresh water,
different densities? there will be a bodily sinkage plus a small
change of trim.
121 What happens when a weight is loaded off the ship's 2 When loading or discharging a weight off the
centre line? centreline, the shift of G must be resolved
into both vertical & horizontal components.
49 What important information is stamped on all cargo 2 The S.W.L.
blocks?
407 What is a "Metacentre?" 2 It is the intersecting point between the vertical
lines through the centre of buoyancy in the
initial and slightly listed positions.
225 What is "cold work"? 2 Work that can cause sparks when using a
hammer/scraper or other such tools.
226 What is "Deadweight"? 2 The difference between the vessel's loaded
and light displacements. It is the weight that a
ship carries.
408 What is "dynamical stability?" 3 It is the measure of the work that is done
when the vessel is inclined by external forces.
92 What is "flashpoint"? 2 The lowest temperature required to form a
flammable mixture.
227 What is "hot work"? 1 Welding or cutting with a torch.
409 What is "initial stability?" 2 It is the stability of the vessel in her initial
position, and is expressed by metacentric
height.
410 What is "Pressure" in the context of stability? 4 Pressure is force per unit area.
228 What is "relative or specific gravity?" 2 The density of a substance, compared to the
density of fresh water.
411 What is "reserve buoyancy" in relation to a vessel? 4 The watertight volume above the waterline.
733 What is "spontaneous combustion"? 2 A heat producing chemical reaction within the
material itself without any exposure to an
external source of ignition.
412 What is "Statical Stability?" 4 It is the ability of a vessel to return to her
initial or upright position, after having been
forcibly inclined.
413 What is "the moment of a couple?" 2 It is the product of one of the forces forming
the couple, and the lever of the couple.
93 What is "toxicity"? 1 The amount of poisonous substances in a
material.
414 What is a GZ curve used to determine? 3 Stability
415 What is a "Bending Moment" in a ship? 3 A beam bends by placing weights on either
side of it. The "Moment" is calculated by
multiplying the weight applied by the
respective distance.
416 What is a "flammable mixture"? 4 A mixture that has vapour and oxygen from
the air in sufficient quantities to ignite.
417 What is a "Moment", in terms of stability? 1 It is the product of force and distance.
418 What is a "Prismatic co-efficient?" 4 Volume of Displacement / (midship area x
LBP). Also = Cb / Cm.
419 What is a "Pro-metacentre?" 1 This expresses KM as moving away off the
centreline at large angles of heel.
229 What is a "rope stopper" used for? 2 Taking the strain of a mooring while moving
rope to the bitts.
420 What is a "Shear Force" in a ship? 3 A vertical force at the point at which a load is
being carried, with the force being the
difference between upward and downward
thrust.
421 What is a "Ship's Rolling Period?" 1 It is the time in seconds taken by a vessel to
complete a roll i.e port to starboard and back
to port.
50 What is a "union purchase"? 3 When using two derricks, rigged one over the
side and one over the cargo hold.
230 What is a back splice used for? 3 To prevent end strands from un-laying.
231 What is a gangway used for? 3 To allow safe access to the vessel
232 What is a gantline? 1 A rope attached to a bosun's chair or stage.
233 What is a hydrometer used for? 4 For determining the density of a liquid.
337 What is a jumbo derrick used for? 3 For lifting extra heavy weights.
234 What is a permit to work? 2 A complete check on preparedness prior to
start of work.
235 What is a reef knot best used for? 3 Joining ropes of equal texture and size.
236 What is a runner used for? 3 For hoisting or lowering cargo on a derrick.
237 What is a sheepshank knot best used for? 2 Shortening a rope without cutting.
238 What is a short splice used for? 1 To make a continuous rope from two ropes.
239 What is a stay used for? 1 To support a mast or samson post.
730 What is a substance's flashpoint? 1 It is the lowest temperature at which the
substance gives off sufficient vapours, such
that when a lighted taper is applied near the
surface, a flash across the surface of the
substance will occur.
240 What is a wooden fid used for? 3 To open a rope to allow tucking.
422 What is an "Angle of List?" 2 A fixed angle of heel caused by a transverse
imbalance of internal forces within the ship.
423 What is an "Angle of Loll?" 4 It is the list angle at which a vessel with
negative stability comes to rest.
424 What is meant by "Synchronism or Resonance?" 4 This a dangerous condition that occurs when
the ship's still water period and the apparent
wave period are equal.
734 What is MFAG? 1 Medical First Aid Guide, a supplement
booklet to the IMDG Code
477 What is not usually a concern when you load a single hull 2 initial stability
tanker
241 What is special about a snatch block? 3 It has a hinged cheek to allow placing a fall or
runner without reeving.
242 What is the "Breadth Extreme?" 1 The maximum breadth measured from
outside the shell plating P to S.
51 What is the "cargo sweat" 1 cargo sweat occurs when vessel is going
from cold climate to hot climate and
ventilating hatches at the wrong time
425 What is the "Centre of Buoyancy of a ship?" 2 The geometrical centre of underwater volume
& the point through which the force of
buoyancy may be considered to act upwards.
426 What is the "Centre of Flotation or Tipping Centre" of a 4 It is the geometrical centre of the waterplane
vessel? and also the point about which the vessel
trims.
427 What is the "Centre of Gravity", of an object? 1 It is the point at which the whole weight of the
object may be regarded as acting.
428 What is the "Centre of Pressure?" 1 It is the point where the total thrust of the
pressure could be considered to act.
122 What is the "Change of Trim?" 2 It is the difference between the original trim
and the final trim.
243 What is the "critical time," in a drydocking operation? 1 Just before the ship takes the blocks at the
stern.
244 What is the "Depth Moulded" in relation to a ship? 1 The vertical distance from the top of keel to
the uppermost continuous deck at side.
429 What is the "formula " for calculating the righting moment 4 It is the GZ multiplied by the displacement in
of a ship? tonnes.
430 What is the "Principle of Suspended Weights?" 1 When a weight is suspended from a ship's
derrick, its centre of gravity is considered as
being at the derrick head.
431 What is the "Range of Stability" on a statical stability 3 Angles of heel where all GZ levers are
curve? positive.
245 What is the "Ship's Displacement in Tonnes?" 3 The actual entire weight of the ship.
123 What is the "True Mean Draught?" 1 The draught at the Centre of Flotation is
considered as the True Mean Draught or the
draught the vessel would lie in even keel
conditions.
246 What is the "Volume of Displacement?" 1 The volume of water needed to fill the
moulded hole, if the ship was lifted from the
water.
247 What is the "Wave Period?" 3 It is the time in seconds between successive
wave crests or troughs, passing a fixed point.
248 What is the advantage of a chain block? 2 Its low gearing can easily lift a heavy weight.
124 What is the aft draft? 3 7 metres 50 centimeters.
432 What is the BM for a box-shaped vessel in terms of 1 Breadth squared / 12xdraught.
breadth and draught?
433 What is the definition of transverse metacenter? 2 The point to which G may rise and still permit
the vessel to possess positive stability.
434 What is the difference between on ordinary list of the 3 in listing condition the vessel is in stable
vessel and loll of the vessel, equilibrum and in lolling condition the vessel
is in neutral equilibrum
125 What is the draft aft? 2 7.5m
126 What is the effect on draft caused by a vessel heeling or 3 The draft is increased by the difference in the
listing? heeled draft measured by a straight line in
tangent with the keel, and the draft before
heeling.
435 What is the equilibrium state of the vessel in this 2 It is in a state of unstable equilibrium.
diagram?
436 What is the equilibrium state of the vessel in this 3 It is in a state of "Stable Equilibrium".
diagram?
437 What is the equilibrium state of the vessel in this 1 The vessel is in a state of neutral equilibrium.
diagram?
249 What is the formula to calculate the "Volume of 3 L by B by d by Cb.
Displacement?"
127 What is the forward draft? 4 7 metres 70 centimeters.
128 What is the forward draft? 2 7 metres 85 centimetres.
129 What is the forward draft? 2 7 metres 40 centimetres.
438 What is the horizontal distance between the forces of 4 Righting Lever
Buoyancy and Gravity, acting on a vessel when heeled
by wind or waves, called?
94 What is the IMDG Code? 3 The International Maritime Dangerous Goods
Code
439 What is the intact volume of a vessel above the waterline 3 Reserve Buoyancy
called?
250 What is the length of 1 shackle of anchor cable? 1 15 fathoms or 27.5 metres.
440 What is the minimum allowable value for GM? 3 0.15m
441 What is the minimum allowable value for GZ? 3 0.2m
251 What is the minimum rest period needed to maintain 2 Not less than ten hours in any 24 hour period.
health and avoid fatigue?
252 What is the primary function of the ship's windlass? 3 Heaving the anchor cable.
253 What is the principle of Archimedes? 3 That every floating body displaces it's own
weight of the liquid in which it floats.
442 What is the purpose of performing an Inclining 4 It is done to find out the "GM" of a vessel,
Experiment or Stability Test? plus the Ship's Lightweight, and VCG & LCG
at this Lightweight.
52 What is the purpose of wheel A in this picture? 2 To tip the hatch cover into a vertical position
when opened.
254 What kind of joining shackle is shown here? 1 A kenter shackle.
255 What knot is used to secure a boatswain's chair to a 2 Double sheet bend.
gantline?
53 What part of the hatch cover is in circle A? 1 A wedge type cleat.
54 What part of the ship is shown by letter B? 4 The hatch coaming.
256 What protective equipment must be issued to each 3 Safety hat, work gloves, safety shoes.
deckhand for everyday use?
334 What should you be concerned with when loading and 2 The size, weight, and center of gravity of
securing vehicles aboard a Ro-Ro vessel? vehicle/cargo unit
257 What should you use to tighten a bottlescrew? 3 A marlin spike.
478 What sort of flashlights (or torches) can be used on a 3 Intrinsically safe flashlights.
tanker?
479 What spaces on board a tanker must be declared safe 1 Pump rooms.
before entry?
80 What tests can be done to a hatch cover to check it is 1 A chalk test of the hatch coaming against the
watertight? rubber.
2 When hatches are secured - a hose test.

4 Ultrasonic testing.

480 What type of vessel is most likely to be fitted with a Ring 2 Product Carrier
Main cargo system?
258 What type of paint should be applied to aluminium? 3 Zinc-chromate paint.
259 What type of stopper should be used to hold a 3 Polypropylene.
polypropylene mooring rope?
260 What type of wire rope is used for lifeboat falls? 4 6x36 stranded with fibre core.
443 What will happen when cargo is shifted from the main 1 The GM will increase
deck into the lower hold of a vessel?
444 What will NOT decrease the stability of a vessel? 4 Lowering a weight suspended by a boom
onto the deck
130 When a ship is floating in a dock water with density other 2 the TPC corrected for dock water
than salt water the TPC used for calculation of a loaded
weight is
3 there is no difference as the error in
calculation is to small

445 When a vessel is in neutral equilibrium, the GM will be.... 3 zero

446 When a vessel is inclined at a small angle the center of 2 move toward the low side
buoyancy will
447 When a wind force causes a vessel to heel to a static 2 righting moment equals the wind-heeling
angle, the moment
261 When boarding a pilot at night, what else must the vessel 1 A searchlight or cluster light rigged in such a
provide ? manner to clearly illuminate the ship side and
pilot ladder.
55 When calculating the stresses of a bulk carrier the "port 1 the"port values" higher than "sea values"
values" compared with "sea values" can be
335 When carrying refrigerated cargo, while on passage the 4 checking temperature regularly.
most important monitoring is .......
348 When considering the location for stowing a heavy cargo 1 lower accelerations occur in the midship
item, the typical distribution of accelerations on the ship sections and below the weather deck
should be kept in mind that
262 When crew members are working in confined spaces that 2 continuously.
have been cleared of hazardous materials, ventilation
should be provided......
56 When deck cargo is loaded it is important to...... 2 maintain access to moorings.
79 When does cargo sweat occur? 1 When a vessel passes from a cool climate to
a warmer one
2 When temperature of the hold will be below
the dew point of the outside air.
78 When does ship's sweat occur? 3 When the temperature of the outside air is
below the dew point of the air in the hold.
4 This situation is likely to occur when a vessel
passes from a warm to a colder climate.
263 When dry-docking 1 loss of stability commence as soon as the
ship touch the blocks
264 When engaged in deck maintenance work or mooring 2 Leather palm gloves.
operations, what sort of gloves should be worn?
95 When is a liquid considered to be "volatile"? 3 When its flashpoint is below 60 degree C
(140 degree F).
347 When lashing vehicles, what percentage of breaking 3 0.5
strain should the lashings not exceed?
265 When leaving paint spraying equipment for a long period, 3 washed clean with thinners and left full of
the gun should be..... paraffin.
57 When loading bulk grain cargo, in order to prepare an 4 all of the above
accurate stability calculation, the following information
must be ascertained
58 When loading bulk grain cargo, in order to prepare an 4 all of the above
accurate stability calculation, the following information
must be ascertained
59 When loading vehicles as cargo, the fuel tanks should 3 carrying a minimum of fuel.
be......
266 When making a towing spring what must you ensure? 2 That the eye splice in the synthetic rope has
a thimble.
267 When must you wear a safety harness? 2 When working aloft or over the side of the
ship.
268 When must you wear breathing apparatus? 1 When entering a space suspected to be
deficient in oxygen.
60 When operating union purchase cargo lifts...... 1 angles between married runners should
never exceed 120°.
61 When planning to load a coal bulk cargo, you should...... 1 treat it as potentially dangerous.
62 When planning to load an iron ore bulk cargo...... 3 there may be a need to brace the adjacent
structure.
269 When preparing a cargo hold to receive general cargo, 3 That dunnage is laid across the tank top.
what must you ensure?
270 When preparing an anchor, what will the bosun do before 1 Remove the wire lashings and the cement
the vessel arrives at an anchorage? covers to the chain lockers.
336 When rigging a Jumbo Derrick for a heavy lift, which of 1 To put winches in double gear
the following is standard practice?
271 When sewing or repairing canvas, what must you ensure 3 That it is pulled over bees wax.
doing with seaming twine (thread)?
272 When should doors, side scuttles, gangway doors, cargo 2 Before leaving the port.
ports and other openings which are to be kept watertight
at sea be closed at the start of the voyage?
273 When should the atmosphere of an enclosed space be 2 Before and during entry.
tested?
274 When storing ropes for a sea passage, what must you 4 All of these.
ensure?
481 When taking ullages, how do you ensure against inhaling 3 Stand facing across the wind.
vapours or gases?
63 When the inboard end of a gangway is resting on the 2 A bulwark ladder properly secured and
bulwark, what else must be provided? fenced.
275 When the vessel is at anchor in fog, what is the lookout 4 Check the anchor cable at frequent intervals
required to do? for any sign that the ship may be dragging.
131 When the vessel pass from sea water to fresh water the 1 change by forward
trim of the vessel
276 When tightening a nut, what tool is it best to use? 2 The correct size ring spanner.
64 When timber deck cargo has been loaded, the stowage 4 there is solid stowage to prevent water from
should be such that..... flowing on deck.
65 When using a union purchase, where do you secure the 4 From the head of the derrick to the side away
preventer guys? from the load.
66 When using midship holds for timming of a large vessel is 2 prudent to substract a small quantity of cargo
for the trimming tonnage to allow for sag
which increase during trimming
67 When working in a cargo hold during cargo operations, 3 That you keep under the coamings as much
what must you ensure? as possible.
68 When working in a lower hold with the hatch closed, what 1 That there are plenty of portable or cluster
must you ensure? lights.
277 When working over the ship's side on staging, what other 3 A life jacket.
equipment besides a safety harness should be worn?
278 When working with air-less paint spraying equipment 4 The pressure of the paint is not high enough
which of the following is NOT true? to cause wounding.
279 When working with air-less paint spraying equipment, 1 The spray gun need not be earthed
which of the following is NOT true? electrically.
280 When would you need to keep a particularly close watch 3 When there are no discharging operations
on the gangway and moorings? with large tidal range.
281 When would you use a fid? 1 When splicing a mooring line
282 When you have released tugs, to whom do you report 2 The ship's master.
when the tugs are cleared?
283 Where are non-slip paints applied? 1 Weather decks.
284 Where could you obtain information on a type of cargo if 2 IMO publications, Thomas Stowage and other
you lack any experience of the commodity reputable publications
285 Where is "self polishing" paint used? 3 On the ship's hull below the waterline.
286 Where is anti-fouling paint applied? 4 The ship's bottom.
287 Where is bituminous paint applied? 1 Ballast tanks.
288 Where is cement wash applied? 3 Fresh water tanks.
69 Where is disposal of wooden dunnage allowed? 3 Outside 25 miles offshore.
289 Where is the best place onboard to rig a pilot ladder? 1 On deck and as close to midships as
possible.
290 Where is top-side paint applied? 1 The ship's hull above the load water line.
291 Which abbreviation refers to the horizontal distance 1 LBP
between perpendiculars taken at the forward-most and
the after-most points on a small passenger vessel's
waterline at her deepest operating draft?
132 Which action will affect the trim of a vessel? 3 Moving a weight forward
448 Which action will best increase the transverse stability of 1 Ballasting the double bottom tanks
a merchant vessel at sea?
482 Which cargo is considered volatile? 4 iso-Propylamine
292 Which deckhands are not permitted to work aloft? 3 Those under 18 years who have less than 1
year experience.
449 Which factor has the greatest effect on the value of the 1 The width of the tank
free surface correction?
338 Which factor(s) should be considered when loading 4 all of the above
vehicles or trailers aboard Ro-Ro vessels?
483 Which is the MOST important consideration for a large 3 The stress on the hull
tanker vessel?
450 Which letters signify the metacentric height on the 3 The metacentric height is represented by the
diagram? letters "GM ".
731 Which of below can be considered segregation methods? 1 Separated from - separate compartment / on
deck 6 metres apart.
2 Separated by a complete hold or
compartment / on deck 12 metres horizontal
separation.
3 Separated longitudinally by an intervening
hold - 24 metres separation if on deck.
339 Which of the following actions are stated in the correct 2 Lower the stern ramp, raise/open stern door,
order prior to loading or discharging cargo in a ro-ro turn on ventilation for cargo holds
vessel
293 Which of the following blocks is not used for cargo work? 4 Fall block.
70 Which of the following cargoes would be most likely to be 4 Molasses
discharged using positive displacement reciprocating
cargo pumps?
294 Which of the following combine with steel to form rust? 4 Water and oxygen.
295 Which of the following does not apply to electrically 2 The machinery has to warm up before it can
powered deck machinery and cables? be used.
296 Which of the following does NOT contribute to the 2 The eccentric rollers.
watertight integrity of the hatch?
297 Which of the following does not have to be carried out on 2 Removing any air from the system before it is
steam powered deck machinery? use.
298 Which of the following faults would you consider less 3 No hydrant cap fitted.
serious on a fire hydrant?
299 Which of the following is not classed as pollution 4 Scupper covers.
prevention equipment?
300 Which of the following is NOT important if you are 1 The manufacturer.
replacing a worn shackle?
301 Which of the following is not required when a pilot is 3 A lifeboat swung out on standby.
boarding?
302 Which of the following is NOT true of watertight doors? 2 Doors should be tested for operation every
day.
71 Which of the following maintenance features does not 1 Overhauling the gooseneck.
apply to deck cranes?
303 Which of the following must be present for rusting to 4 Oxygen, water and iron.
occur?
304 Which of the following need not be tested weekly? 4 Liferafts.
72 Which of the following needs a brake that is activated if 2 Cargo winches.
the power fails?
305 Which of the following paints would be used inside the 1 Emulsion paint.
accommodation?
73 Which of the following parts of a MacGregor hatch 3 Runners.
require the most maintenance?
306 Which of the following properties is not true of gloss 4 It is anti-fouling.
paint?
340 Which of the following refrigerated cargoes is not 2 Butter
compatible for carriage in the same conditions as the
others listed?
341 Which of the following should be marked on all heavy 3 Safe Working Load.
lifting gear?
342 Which of the following statement(s) is/are TRUE 4 all of the above
regarding lashing requirements to secure vehicles aboard
Ro-Ro vessels?
307 Which of the following tools would be best for removing 4 A pneumatic chipping hammer.
rust from large flat areas?
308 Which of the following types of paint is used on the ship's 3 Anti-fouling paint.
bottom?
309 Which of the following would be best for painting large 4 A paint sprayer.
areas?
484 Which of the following would not introduce gas into a gas 4 When the tank lid is opened.
free cargo tank?
310 Which of the following would you use to remove salt and 4 Detergent and fresh water.
dirt from a painted surface?
311 Which of the following, when mixed together with a 3 A binder and drying agent.
pigment and a solvent, make up a basic paint?
312 Which of these gases would carry this sign? 4 Argon.
313 Which of these is a natural fibre suitable for making 4 Sisal
ropes?
74 Which of these is an adequate means of access to cargo 4 A permanent fitted ladder.
holds?
75 Which of these is an advantage of derricks over cranes? 4 There are less working parts so simpler to
maintain.
314 Which of these is not likely to cause a spark? 4 Dropping a rubber mallet down a cargo hatch.
315 Which of these items of safety equipment must be worn 2 Safety goggles.
during anchoring operations?
316 Which of these maintenance tasks, carried out on 3 Checking brake lining wear.
winches is considered the most important?
317 Which of these rigging methods is capable of lifting the 3 Doubling gear.
heaviest load without exceeding the SWL of the derrick or
its associated gear?
318 Which of these rope types is the most dangerous to work 3 Nylon.
with?
319 Which of these should not be done when preparing steel 4 Wash with high-pressure sea water.
for painting?
320 Which of these statements is not correct? 4 Kerosene is good for cleaning the skin.
321 Which of these types of rope can be expected to be 2 Nylon.
strongest?
322 Which of these would not need to be done prior to arrival 4 Rig the gangway and lower it to about 15cms
at a berth? above the waterline.
76 Which one of the following is not a primary purpose for 3 To provide cargo segregation
using dunnage?
485 Which operation may cause the pressure in an inert tank 2 Discharging
to fall below the prescribed limits?
451 Which statement about free surface is TRUE? 4 Pocketing occurs at small angles of
inclination when a tank is 98% full.
486 Which statement about inert gas pressures in a cargo 2 Gas pressures should be maintained at the
tank is TRUE? highest permissible level throughout the
discharging process
452 Which statement about the free surface effect is true 2 it decreases at increased angles of heel due
to pocketing when a tank is 90% full
343 Which statement concerning the lashings of containers 1 Stack weights should be less when using a
with solid bar or wire rope lashings is TRUE? solid bar lashing as compared to a wire
lashing
453 Which vessels are considered most prone to poor 1 Timber-carrying vessels, and Fishing vessels
stability? in Arctic waters.
96 While loading dangerous goods, a package is dropped. 4 Advise the Master
Despite damaging the packaging the product can be
clearly seen and is not damaged. What should be done?
97 While loading dangerous goods, the documentation is 3 obtain full documentation before loading.
incomplete regarding stowage and classification details.
The deck officer should......
487 Who certifies that a space is gas-free and safe for hot or 3 A responsible officer.
cold work?
488 Why do tanker vessels engaged in Tank Cleaning 1 prevent intergrade contamination, permit
subsequent gas freeing for entry, provide
additional ballast space and remove solid
residues and sludge
489 Why is gas-freeing rarely required for LPG cargo tanks? 4 The cargo tanks are used for one type of
cargo only
323 Why is it necessary to whip strand ends of spliced ropes? 1 To prevent the strands from unraveling.
133 With a forward draught of 8.00m and an aft draught of 3 The vessel is hogged.
9.00m, the amidships draught reads 8.30m. What state is
the vessel in?
324 With approaching heavy weather, name 3 things that 3 Check: all hatches/tank tops are properly
must be done on the main deck? secured - all scuppers are clear - ventilation
pipes closed
325 With approaching heavy weather, name three things that 3 Tighten brakes - secure cables with wires -
must be done with the windlass? take windlass out of gear.
326 With approaching heavy weather, what precautions must 3 Check and tighten all lashings.
be taken with lifeboats ?
346 With reference to RO/RO passenger ferries, on what 2 At 5 year intervals and, if discrepancies are
occasion is a lightweight survey conducted and what are noted, then an inclining experiment.
the subsequent requirements that would result in an
inclining experiment?