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Which of these statements is NOT correct with reference to skin care?. Contact with oil on the skin can cause dermatitis. Oil and gasoline on the skin can cause skin cancer. Oil can block skin pores and cause rashes. Kerosene is good for cleaning the skin.

Which of the following is not a "Special Area" according to MARPOL 73/78 Annex I?. Caribbean Sea area. Red Sea area. Baltic Sea area. Mediterranean Sea area including the Black Sea.

If you have to abandon ship what type of clothing is best?. Put on extra clothing, preferably with a waterproof layer on top. Clothing makes no difference as long as you don't wear heavy boots!. It makes no difference what you wear. Dress lightly so that you can move about.

You are working close to someone who is welding. You should avoid..... using any electric tools. looking at the welding arc. touching the person. touching any metal surface.

Why must you always take extra care when working close to an air compressor?. The electric motor may be "live". The relief valves are programmed to open at regular intervals. It may start automatically without warning. The unloading gear may lift, releasing high pressure air.

To what degree are gas detector tubes accurate?. +/- 5%. +/- 30%. +/- 20%. Totally accurate.

Where is H2S not normally found in nature?. oil wells. marshland. open fields. stagnant water.

Which MARPOL Annex deals with garbage and waste disposal from ships?. Annex V. Annex II. Annex IV. Annex I.

What is "hot work"?. When a work area is so hot that an air blower is needed. Work which is so strenuous that it becomes dangerous. When a tank temperature goes above 45ºC. Welding or cutting with a torch.

In dealing with a main engine failure, the Officer of the Bridge Watch must follow the emergency response as detailed in the company's manual. This may include the actions listed. Which one does NOT belong?. Inform the Master immediately. Check the traffic position. Release the smoke signal. Switch steering to manual and get a helmsman on the bridge.

What is the International Civil Aviation Search and Rescue Manual? (IAMSAR Manual). The company's emergency response manual as required by the SOLAS regulations on Search and Rescue Operations. The IAMSAR manual gives details to merchant vessels on voluntary participation in weather forecasting on a world-wide basis. A manual published by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to provide guidance during emergencies. A manual issued by the Class Society to give guidance to Masters for remaining in compliance with SOLAS and MARPOL requirements.

The Garbage Record Book must be open for inspection at all times and kept for a minimum of... six months. two years. one year. five years.

What would you expect to find near this sign?. Escape shute. Liferafts. Emergency radio. Embarkation ladders.

What does this sign mean?. Children's lifejacket. Put on your lifejacket. Life jackets are located to the left. Proceed to embarkation station.

If you are operating under Knowledge-based behaviour which of the following would NOT be applicable?. The conscious brain is not involved. Makes use of prior experience. Requires a lot of mental resources. Frequent mistakes occur.

Before entering an enclosed space, the portable gas detector being used to check the atmosphere gives an unstable reading. What should you do?. Replace the sensor, re-calibrate the instrument, and take the readings again. Dispose the detector and try with a new one. Put the instrument back in the store and try again with another detector. Assume the reading is good enough and proceed with the entry.

When engaged in deck maintenance work or mooring operations, what sort of gloves should. Light cotton gloves. Heat resistant welders' gloves. Rubber or synthetic gloves. Leather palm gloves.

What reason is given for the failure of the first officer and flight engineer to intervene when the captain of the plane made errors which led to the collision?. The crew had been drinking at a party the previous evening. The captain's autocratic style prevented them from stopping the accident. The incident was unavoidable as accidents will inevitably happen in the high risk transport industry. The flight crew were tired at the time of take-off.

All oily water discharge must be monitored to ensure that the oil content is not greater than the permitted limit, this is... 50 parts per million. 10 parts per million. 25 parts per million. 15 parts per million.

What does this sign indicate?. A passenger holding area. A crew messroom. A muster station. A lifeboat embarkation point.

What should you always assume when a crew member collapses in a confined space?. The person has suffered a heart attack. The atmosphere within the space is unsafe for humans. That you must go and rescue the person immediately. The person has been overcome by exhaustion.

Where on board ship are you not likely to be in danger from H2S (Hydrogen Sulphide)?. Working in the galley. Near vents and air ducts. In and near sewage holding tanks. Working in locker rooms.

Outside Special Areas, how many nautical miles from the nearest land can oil or oily mixtures be discharged from an oil tanker?. 75. 35. 15. 50.

In an emergency, you can enter an enclosed space as long as the oxygen level is: 0.19. 0.15. 0.21. 0.24.

What is the maximum number of people that should be permitted inside the lifeboat when it is being raised after a drill?. 5. 3. 8. 1.

In addition to a commitment to safety and a well trained and experienced crew, what is the key factor in helping to reduce accidents?. The most up-to-date electronic equipment in the Engine Room and on the Navigation Bridge. Tours of duty not exceeding six months duration. A management style appropriate to today's technology. Use of a single language on board.

What is the international signal for "man overboard"?. Repeated raising and lowering of arms. Three long blasts on the whistle. Three long blasts followed by three short blasts on the whistle. Three short blasts on the whistle.

MARPOL Annex VI concerning Air Pollution from ships specifies a global cap on the sulphur content of fuel oils, the proposed figure is…. 0.045. 0.015. 0.05. 0.025.

Bullying and harassment can be a result of which factor or factors?. Boring conditions onboard. Living at sea. Shipboard policy. Prejudice.

What does this sign mean?. This way to emergency exit. Embarkation ladder. This way down. Escape shute.

The disposal of plastics at sea is... allowed as long as they have passed through a comminutor. allowed as long as the ship is no less than 12 nautical miles from the coast. allowed anywhere outside the designated Special Areas. strictly prohibited.

Those on shore and those at sea must work together, in synergy, to achieve their objectives. What sentence best describes the meaning of the word "synergy"?. It means a management style where each person gets on with the job and does not interfere with the work of others on board or on shore. It means ship and shore staff working as a team. It means working in a way which ensures that the whole result is better than simply adding together the results of the ship and shore teams. It means working for an organization which respects the efforts of each individual crewmember.

Tanks which have been closed for some time, even when they are clean, are very dangerous to enter Why?. Bacteria in the tank can generate poisonous gases. Traces of past cargoes build up a toxic atmosphere. Rusting uses up the oxygen in the tank. Any of the other answers may apply.

When preparing to use breathing aparatus, which of the actions listed is not a requirement. The face mask must be checked and adjusted to ensure it is airtight. The audible low pressure alarm should be checked. The pressure gauge must be checked. The total length of any air hose should not exceed 36 metres.

When you are operating a grinding wheel, you should always use... a tool holder. goggles or an eye shield. gloves. a cooling water spray.

When must you wear breathing apparatus?. All of the other answers apply. When cleaning holds after a grain cargo. When entering a space suspected to be deficient in oxygen. When spray painting or grit blasting.

Before you lift a load, what is the most important thing you should do?. Put on a pair of gloves. Put on safety shoes. Make sure you can manage it alone; if not, get help. Take care of any sharp edges or greasy surfaces which could cause you to lose your grip.

If you have rescued a shipmate who has inhaled H2S (Hydrogen Sulphide), and they are breathing, what should you do?. Administer oxygen immediately. Call the bridge for assitance. Leave the victim alone. Carry him to the ships hospital.

What life saving appliance is pictured here?. A lifejacket. A rescue boat. A liferaft. A lifeboat.

How would you send tools down a hold or tank?. Carry in your hand. Throw down one-by-one. Carry in your pockets. Lower in a bag or bucket.

Which of the spaces listed does not require an enclosed space entry permit?. Ballast tanks. The galley cold store. Double bottom tanks. Cofferdams.

What must you wear when using a portable electric grinder?. A respirator. Ear muffs. Rubber gloves. Safety goggles.

What action would you take if a defect developed while using any lifting gear?. Proceed very carefully. Report the defect at the end of the working day. Return the equipment and use a replacement. Stop and report the defect.

Why should a CO2 extinguisher be used with caution in confined areas?. It may explode when exposed to heat. It will displace the air and reduce the amount of oxygen available. It will not operate effectively in confined areas. It will increase the oxygen present in the confined area to a dangerous level.

The term "segregated ballast" means... a ballast system completely separated from the fuel oil system. none of the above. a ballast system completely separated from the cargo oil system. a ballast system completely separated from the cargo and fuel oil systems.

If the accommodation is filling with smoke and fumes, you should: look for the nearest fire extinguisher, and take immediate fire fighting action. get out of the space without delay; if necessary by crawling on hands and knees. search for others who may be in urgent need of assistance. switch off any electrical appliances before making an escape from the area.

Which of these is a safe means of access to cargo holds?. A permanent fitted ladder. A long aluminium ladder. A rope ladder. A mechanical hoist.

When is it OK to take alcohol to excess?. Alone in your cabin after watch. At no time. At birthday celebrations. At weekends if a day worker.

What should you use to remove paint from your hands?. White spirit or turpentine. Tallow or a greasy material. Patented paint stripper. Industrial hand cleaner.

Whatever type of behaviour you are operating under, you will be prone to error. What is meant by perceptual confusion?. An error (slip) which arises because, in a routine set of actions, you believe the task doesn't require a lot of attention. An error which arises because you take the easy way out. An error which arises because the company procedures manual describes an action incorrectly. An error which you make frequently because you believe your action to be correct.

Before entering an enclosed space for maintenance, the portable gas detector being used to check the atmosphere gives an unstable reading. What should you do?. Put the instrument back into the store and try again with another detector. Assume the reading is good enough and proceed with the entry. Replace the sensor, re-calibrate the instrument, and take the readings again. Dispose the detector and try with a new one.

Under STCW regulations, what must each new crew member do before commencing. Read all posted notices/regulations carefully. Report to the master for signing on the ship's articles. Locate his working area and working clothes. Be familiar with safety procedures.

Dangerously protruding objects should be highlighted by which of the following colour combinations?. Orange and white. Red and white. Yellow and black. Blue and green.

Which side of the vessel is the "lee side"?. The side of the vessel sheltered from the wind. The starboard side. The side of the vessel exposed to the wind. The port side.

One of the gases, important for life, in the air that we breathe is called..... chlorine. acetylene. hydrogen. oxygen.

Used engine oil may be properly disposed of by.... discharging it into the dockside oil waste station. draining it into the bilges. pumping it over the side. dumping it into a fuel oil tank.

Which do you think is the single most important action of those listed, from the point of view of safety?. That a competent person considers all the facts and decides how safe the space is. That the Master is informed. That the company head office is consulted before a decision is made. That the back-up team has been well-trained.

For which of the emergencies listed should regular drills be held?. All of the above. Enclosed space rescue. Man overboard. Abandon ship.

How many members of a lifeboat crew must know how to start the engine?. 1. All of them. 2. 4.

When an enclosed space entry is proposed, what is the most important consideration?. That the back-up team has been well trained. That the Master should be informed. That the company head office is consulted before a decision is taken. That a competent person must consider all the facts and decide how safe the space.

The most important task of the person supervising the entry is to ensure that: the person entering has first passed a drug and alcohol test. the weather conditions are suitable for the task in hand. a fully equipped back-up team is ready to provide assistance if required. the person entering has had sufficient rest.

What kind of rubbish are you permitted to throw overboard in port?. Anything which is not oily or greasy. Anything which sinks. Nothing at all. Food scraps from the galley.

Which colour is generally used on labels and elsewhere to suggest safe conditions?. Yellow. Blue. Black. Green.

In a distress situation, how many times or for how long should the emergency alarm signal. 3 minutes. Until the emergency is over. Until all crew members and passengers have reported to their respective muster stations. 3 times.

What kind of liferaft is shown in this sign?. A disposable liferaft. A liferaft at the bow. A davit launched liferaft. A rigid liferaft.

You are about to cross the deck when a load of pipes is lifted by a crane. What should you. Wait until the load is completely clear of your path. Call to stop the lift, then cross the deck. Put on your safety helmet and walk across carefully. Cross the deck quickly, watching it in case it falls.

When tightening a nut, what tool is it best to use?. An adjustable wrench. A stilson or pipe grip. The correct sized ring spanner. The correct sized open spanner.

People should be protected from the rotating parts of machinery by.... vents. lighting. guards. reflective tape.

The "Human Element" is a complex multi-dimensional issue that affects both maritime safety and marine environmental protection. Which definition in your view best describes the meaning of the words "human element"?. The entire spectrum of human activities performed by ship's crews, shore based management, regulatory bodies and other relevant parties. The human errors we make and which lead to maritime disasters. A structured approach for the proper consideration of human element issues. The findings from marine incident investigations.

Where would you find details of your tasks and duties in case of an emergency?. On posters at the lifeboat station. In notices posted in messrooms, recreation rooms, etc. In the muster list. In notices posted in the crew's cabins.

What is the smell, referred to in the video, that is often associated with hydrogen sulphide?. bad eggs. garlic. vinegar. sweet perfume.

While working on a very hot day, you begin to feel bad and stop sweating. What should you do?. Put on light cotton clothing and go back to work when you feel rested. Drink plenty of iced water. Stop working, inform your supervisor or an officer, and report to the ship's hospital for treatment. Have a short rest, then go back to work.

Which of these items of safety equipment must be worn during anchoring operations?. Safety goggles. A life jacket. A respirator. Rubber gloves.

Which of these levels of H2S can be lethal?. 100ppm. All the above. 300ppm. 700ppm.

By law every crew member must take part in at least one abandon ship and one fire drill. 6 months. week. month. voyage.

Above what concentration does H2S (Hydrogen Sulphide) begin to deaden the sense of smell?. 100ppm. 700ppm. 500ppm. 50ppm.

In order to prevent injury when handling mooring lines, always make sure your feet are..... spread out as far as possible so the line can pass between them. out of the bight of the line. one in front of the other. as close together as possible.

When you are working on staging, what should you wear to protect yourself from a fall?. A safety helmet. Knee and elbow pads. Safety shoes and gloves. A safety harness and lifeline.

How would you send a cluster light down into a cargo hold?. Drop it down to an assistant. Carry it down over your shoulder. Lower it on a line. By the electric cable.

Where can a ship dispose of waste plastic at sea?. Beyond 25 miles offshore. Disposal of plastics is not allowed anywhere at sea. Outside special areas. Anywhere outside the 3 mile limit.

What should you do first if you see a man fall overboard?. Inform the officer of the watch. Dive into the sea after him to attempt a rescue. Alert other crewmembers and try to keep him or the lifebuoy in sight. Release the nearest lifebuoy on the side he has fallen.

When must you wear a safety harness?. When working in the lower hold. When at mooring stations. When working aloft or over the side of the ship. When opening hatches.

Ships may only discharge processed bilge water from machinery spaces into the sea if. The ship is proceeding en route. The ship is sailing within a special area. The oil content of the effluent without dilution does not exceed 100 ppm. The ship has in operation equipment as required by Regulation 16(5) of Annex I to MARPOL.

An example of classic bullying behaviour is: leaving you to make your own mistakes. giving you more work than your colleagues. Reporting your serious mistakes to the office. telling you what you are doing wrong.

If you are operating under Rule-based behaviour which of the following would NOT be applicable?. Based on sets of rules in the long-term memory. Frequent mistakes occur. Requires a high level of conscious action. Errors usually due to application of the wrong rule or wrong application of a good rule.

What type of extinguisher is most suitable for dealing with fires involving carbonaceous materials?. Water. CO2 (Carbon Dioxide). Foam. Dry powder.

What is a good way to prevent stress building up even at times of intense activity?. Take the day off. Have a good argument to get the stress out of your system. Humour and conviviality. Report that you are not feeling well.

The first stage in organising a drill is: briefing. preparation. observation. Compare how previous drill of same type worked.

When is a "permit to work" required?. All of the other answers apply. For all work out of the sight of an officer. Before starting hazardous jobs. For all work where a person is alone.

If you see or suspect an injury to a person and think it may be caused by H2S (Hydrogen Sulphide) what should you do first?. Check the instructions on the Permit to Work. Raise the alarm. Enter the space to assess the situation more fully. Increase the ventilation to the area.

When working over the ship's side on staging, what other equipment besides a safety harness should be worn ?. Box type or wrap around goggles. No other equipment is necessary. A life jacket. Waterproof overalls.

"short term" loss of memeory can be a problem as most people have an immediate memory span for a limited number of items. Is that number?. around 5 items. around 3 items. around 10 items. around 7 items.

What should you do when you hear the ship's emergency signal?. Report to your muster station. Ignore the signal unless you have been told there will be a drill. Telephone the bridge for advice. Put on warm clothes and your lifejacket.

What is a SITREP?. It is the Mission Co-ordinator for Search and Rescue operations. It is the Maritime Search and Rescue Recognition Code. It is a Standard Format for Search and Rescue Situation Report. It is the International Search and Rescue Response Programme.

What precaution should you take when you are painting in a confined compartment?. Ventilate the compartment well, before and during your work. Close the compartment to keep dirt or dust from sticking to the paint. Any of the other answers may apply. Heat the compartment to dry the paint quickly.

Which standard regarding watch-keeping is addressed by both the STCW Convention and the STCW Code, in the respective sections titled "fitness for duty"?. Training in crisis management. Minimum requirements for certification. The promotion of the participation of woman in the maritime industry. Enforced rest periods and the arrangement of watch systems.

Which statement does NOT belong in the list? When the officer on the bridge has been informed of a severe fire on board, they should carry out the following actions. Close ventilation, automatic fire doors and watertight doors. Sound the emergency alarm. Give the abandon ship signal. Notify all concerned of the seat of the fire.

Before you start painting an electric motor, you should... ask the electrician to isolate it. make sure the coupling guard is in place. wedge a steel bar under the coupling to ensure that it cannot start unexpectedly. switch it off.

MARPOL Annex V came into effect from the 1st July 1997, for new ships, and from 1st July 1998 for all other vessels. It affects ships…. carrying 12 or more passengers. of 1500 tonnes and above. of 400 tonnes and above. of 150 tonnes and above.

If you noticed that a piece of equipment is broken, what should you do?. Pretend that you have not noticed that anything is broken. Try to fix it yourself. Get another AB to help you fix it. Report it to the officer on watch.

What is the recommended way of reacting to bullying or harassment?. Ask to be transferred to another ship. Assist the bully if the person being bullied seems to deserve it. Confront the bully directly, or report the behaviour. Ignore it.

What is the accuracy of the normal personal gas monitor?. 1. +/- 50%. +/- 5%. +/-15%.

Which colour is generally used on labels and elsewhere, to show hazards and dangers?. Black. Yellow. Green. Red.

According to HELMEPA, how many years does it take for a tin can to disintegrate in the. 1 month. 1 year. 10 years. 100 years.

If you are operating under Skill-based behaviour which of the following would NOT be applicable?. The conscious brain is not involved. Requires a lot of mental resources. Occasional errors due to slips and lapses. Usually the commonest type of behaviour on the bridge.

Where on board would you look for the muster list?. The muster list must be displayed in your cabin, and you must sign it to show you have understood the instructions on it. The muster list must be given to you immediately after joining your ship. The muster list should be displayed at the boarding gangway. Muster lists must be put up in prominent places throughout the ship, including the navigation bridge, engine room and crew accommodation spaces.

What is a "hot work" permit?. A permit allowing engineers to fire up the main boiler. A permit allowing seafarers to work on deck under direct sunlight. A permit issued to ensure correct procedures are followed when hot work is being carried out. A permit allowing galley staff to start up the galley equipment.

What would be your most important reaction on discovering a fire?. Closing doors and windows to remove the air supply. Tackle the fire with the nearest fire extinguisher. Report it by raising the alarm. Find the seat of the fire.

A Bridge Watch-keeper sees a faint green light to port and believes this is the light of a distant ship. However, it turns out to be the light on a nearby yacht! What is the classification of such an error?. Representation error. Stress induced error. Perceptual error. Planning error.

Which of the following behaviours is acceptable?. Frequent abuse. Occasional loss of temper. Spreading abusive rumours about ship mates. Repeated sarcasm.

The entries in the Oil Record Book must be... in any language comprehensible by the Port State Control officers. in the language of the crew and in English or French. in the language of the Captain and in English or French. in the official language of the Flag state and in English or French.

The sea accounts for approximately what percentage of the earth's surface?. 0.5. 0.3. 0.6. 0.7.

What is the advantage of a bridge management style which encourages a "team work" approach where everyone is aware of what is going on, where everyone contributes and feels free to speak up if something is not right?. Mistakes can normally be corrected before they become disasters. It allows the Master or Officer in Charge of the Watch to relax. This style saves time and money and places the ship operator in a competitive position in the market place. Navigation requires an autocratic command structure. The team work approach does not apply to such conditions.

If you see or suspect an injury to someone in an enclosed space, what should you do first?. Increase the ventilation. Check the instructions on the Permit to Work. Enter the space to assess the situation more fully. Raise the alarm.

What is the "muster list"?. A list which specifies victualling requirements for the forthcoming voyage. A crew list prepared prior to arrival in port giving full details of all persons on board. A list which specifies the environmental protection and emergency duties of the senior officers on board ship. A list that specifies details of the general emergency alarm, action to be taken by the crew, & specifies how the order to abandon ship will be given.

What is a ship's contingency plan?. The plan for maintenance and repair of safety equipment. The plan for safety preparedness. The plan for the next voyage. The loading plan for hazardous cargo.

What is attached to the lifebuoy in the sign?. A smoke float and light. A smoke float and E.P.I.R.B. A light and E.P.I.R.B. A light and die marker.

Which MARPOL Annex deals with the Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Oil?. Annex IV. Annex I. Annex II. Annex V.

At what concentration of H2S should breathing apparatus be worn?. 20ppm. 100ppm. 5ppm. 15ppm.