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Installation: CES version: CES 5.3.3

Name: Test date: 01.06.2018
User ID: Test type: STCW
Time used: 1
Nationality: Department: Deck
Academy: Level: Management
Batch: Vessel type: General cargo vessel
Show only wrong answers with negative score: No

Question asked (sqz8hGgQ):

What does the abbreviation SOLAS mean?
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International Convention for the Safety of Lives at Sea

Question asked (6ILuu7Tc):

Where is the Safety Certificates for ships to be kept?
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In the Captain's office

Question asked (OCC6e41D):

If the wind speed on a vessel doubles, by approximately how much will the force from it
rise?
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The force will be Quadrupled

Question asked (YxVgMRu$):

According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions and the illustrated
lights, what type of vessel is this and from what direction is it viewed?
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This is a vessel engaged in fishing other than trawling, making way through the water,
with outlying gear extending more than 150m in the direction of the all-round white light.
Looking at its port side

Question asked (BXDKoTHd):

According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions and the illustrated
lights, what type of vessel is this?
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This vessel is not under command and is not making way through the water

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Question asked (1u7rwFs3):

The ship is approaching shallow water where the Under Keel Clearance will reduce to
about 0.25 of the ship's draught. Which of the following answers most accurately
summarizes the aspects to be considered when deciding a suitable speed?
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Don't know
Correct answer:
All of the suggested answers

Question asked (Dq9NxLlu):

'Own-ship' is to leave a crowded anchorage heading in the 'way out' direction as
illustrated. The ship has a right-handed propeller and conventional rudder. What would be
the safest manoeuvre?
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Back out dead slow then full astern, transverse thrust should cant the bow to starboard. If
the ship steers astern use port rudder

Question asked (xUBPJcK3):

When a pilot is in attendance for navigation in a compulsory pilotage area, should the
Master discuss the vessel's passage plan with them?
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Yes - this is very much part of the Master/Pilot information exchange

Question asked (642q4KRp):

Which of the connections you are shown, are the dedicated shore connection (MARPOL-
connection) for discharging of sewage ?
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4

Question asked (QS2q9laV):

Which of the following would be considered pollution, when discharged overboard, under
the US water pollution laws?
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All of the mentioned

Question asked (gvJ#TYoc):

Your vessel is not in distress and not taking part in a distress operation. How would you
impose radio silence on vessels which are interfering the distress traffic?
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Don't know

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Correct answer:
Seelonce Distress

Question asked (9SxXBh0b):

On a voyage from cold to hot climate countries, the ventilation of cargo holds of a General
cargo ship should:
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Not be carried out at all.

Question asked (P#z$7AvN):

How often are "abandon ship" drills required to be held on cargo vessels according to
SOLAS?
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Once every month.

Question asked (s7YiBzRo):

Which of the following requirements regarding on board stability data corresponds to
present regulations? (NSCL 4/12.1)
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Don't know
Correct answer:
A calculation example showing the use of "KG" limitation curves.

Question asked (ibszd6q3):

Your vessel has been involved in a minor collision. What will your actions be following the
collision?
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Correct answer:
All of the answers are correct

Question asked (LBjLdyuq):

What is the probable cause of an error in the position shown on a GPS receiver set into
'2D' fixing?
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Incorrect height of the antenna set into the receiver

Question asked (sFi#2uXw):

The compulsory testing of a prescribed EPIRB is to be done:
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Once a month

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Question asked (hKr635Br):

For calling a coast-station by VHF one should preferably use:
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A working channel of the nearest shore-station of that coast-station

Question asked (RrsiDiQ3):

Inmarsat Telex Service code ‘33’ can be used:
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When technical problems are experienced with the Inmarsat-terminal

Question asked (pz9grtM5):

The log-in of an Inmarsat-C installation is important:
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To inform the NCS that one is available for messages offered

Question asked (b4WVnIiO):

On board an accident happened. Urgent radio-medical advice is needed. We choose the
category:
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Urgency

Question asked (W9lfgn0a):

When may a call for radio medical advice be preceded by the urgency-signal:
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In urgent cases

Question asked (2cSP1vYK):

The safety message announces that a station:
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Will relay a message concerning an important navigational or meteorological warning

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Question asked (hY63yTv6):

The good operation in any location, whether the NAVTEX is working properly or not, can
be checked using:
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Correct answer:
A testing program built in for this purpose

Question asked (asbN9ym7):

The whip-antenna of the MF transceiver was lost in bad weather. The MF-transceiver can
be used again:
Selected answer (score 0):
Don't know
Correct answer:
If the whip-antenna is replaced by an antenna of about the same length as the original
one

Question asked (G$dHW5ZT):

How many total frequencies are available for DSC distress alerting?
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Seven (7).

Question asked (lc2pk9VV):

How many maintenance methods must be provided by ships sailing in area A1 and A2
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1

Question asked (RpSyy80n):

At what minimum height above sea level must a SART transponder be mounted?
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1 metre

Question asked (sczXnxmQ):

Messages sent via INMARSAT C are charged:
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On the number of kilobits of information transmitted per block of 256 bits

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Question asked (OqfsTiN0):

The normal mode of operation for each coast station shall be indicated in:
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The ITU List of Coast Station

Question asked (HIeo5Sic):

In what language/languages must the fire control plans or booklets (or copies of these) be
written?
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Correct answer:
In the Flag State official language with copies in English or French

Question asked (o1Xg7Ow4):

How many Radar Transponders (SART) are required to be carried onboard a ship for use
in survival crafts?
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One on each side of the ship

Question asked (c4D2V70F):

Give the meaning of the following symbol
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Radar transponder

Question asked (3I1v4cKT):

What is most important for crew members when preparing for emergencies?
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That people are well trained

Question asked (ZzGtqz$I):

Which one of the listed requirements regarding abandon ship drills corresponds to
present SOLAS regulation?
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Each lifeboat shall be launched, and maneuvered in the water with its assigned crew at
least once every three months during an abandon ship drill

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Question asked (u$yG6uL6):

If a DSC distress alert is received on board your ship, what is the first action that should
be taken?
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Listen for a distress message on the appropriate radio frequency for five minutes

Question asked (murev$g0):

With respect to the ISM, what training in additional to lifeboat and fire drills must be
carried out?
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Familiarization, and other drills identified as necessary by the ship

Question asked (3FuALwqc):

Every inflatable liferaft , inflatable lifejacket and hydrostatic release units shall be
serviced:
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Every 12 months.

Question asked (hf3FUJg2):

During test and/or maintenance work of the CO2 system affecting the release system,
precautions to ensure that the gas is not released into the engine room due to a mistake
are to be ensured. What precautions should be taken?
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The main supply line to be blanked off prior to the work.

Question asked (zjOaixNL):

Your vessel has been involved in a collision and has developed a list. After sounding the
general alarm and informing others of the situation, what other immediate steps should be
taken?
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Correct answer:
All of the options

Question asked (Zl6Gwh5V):

"Which of these precautionary measures can reduce the threat of piracy, if
implemented?"
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Sail at full speed.

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Question asked (ZlptND0J):

Which of these actions should you take it your ship is successfully boarded by armed
pirates?
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Assure your captors that you’re not planning an attack to overthrow them.

Question asked (ow20V8hz):

On General Cargo ships, cargoes such as logs, fish meal, scrap metal and bales of
cotton commonly tend to cause:
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Oxygen depletion in the cargo holds.

Question asked (5cq$SlQw):

The carriage of bagged Ammonium Nitrate in cargo holds of a General Cargo vessel is
associated with:
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Risk of explosion

Question asked (glMJ7MKD):

When loading heavy lift cargoes on a general cargo vessel, positive stability can be
maintained by:
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Completely filling the ship's double bottom tanks and continuously monitoring the loading
operation.

Question asked (fVxniTjT):

It is important for hatch coaming compression bars to be maintained in good order on a
General Cargo Vessel so that:
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Hatches can be properly sealed.

Question asked (DDkv8Ygs):

What immediate action should be taken if a ship unexpectedly runs aground and stops?
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Stop engine(s)

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Question asked (U$BwFGlK):

When using an echo sounder in fresh water, the sounding indicated has a small error,
what is the cause of this?
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The density of the water

Question asked (0PU9A4Z3):

Additional lashings on general cargoes must be considered when:
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Heavy weather is anticipated for the planned voyage.

Question asked (9cfge$30):

On a General Cargo vessel, a 16T derrick should be tested to a proof load of:
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20T

Question asked (26hUfWUC):

If a master initially responds to a distress but then, in special circumstances, decides not
to proceed, who must they tell?
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Correct answer:
Inform the Search and Rescue Mission Coordinator(SMC) of their decision and enter the
reason in the vessel's logbook

Question asked (IL$0dNmR):

Under most circumstances, how will communication be carried out between a ship and a
SAR helicopter?
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On VHF Ch 16

Question asked (17CQZYhD):

As per IMDG Code, the main criteria for drawing up classes for safe handling of
hazardous substancesis on the basis of:
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The type of hazard they present.

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Question asked (BayQgCAi):

One particular group of hazardous goods that is highlighted by the IMDG Code as
potentially being the most dangerous for carriage is:
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Organic peroxides.

Question asked (GeLyxh#$):

During the survey of Long Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) equipment, which
document must be available to the surveyor to demonstrate compliance with SOLAS?
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A report giving the result of the Conformance Test issued by an Application Service
Provider on behalf of an Administration

Question asked (bu6DpC5h):

Under what convention is the master to ensure that a ship is seaworthy and in a fit state
to safely carry a shipper's cargo?
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The Hague-Visby Rules.

Question asked (xOrkV8ip):

During an audit, adherence to the company cargo handling procedures can best be
demonstrated:
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By being able to provide comprehensive and verifiable documentary records of cargo
operations.

Question asked (WXI1pnUv):

If W = Displacement, L = length, B = Breadth, D = depth of vessel, Cb = Block Coefficient,
Cw = Coefficient of Waterplane, RD = Relative Density, then:
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W = L x B x D x CB / RD

Question asked ($t64JE9V):

It is the Master's responsibility to ensure that:
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concerned personnel carry out the on-board traing progamme effectively

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Question asked (sqtgsuxs):

To maintain good relationship among the crew on board a vessel, one must be:
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Understanding, Co-operative, and have respect from both sides

Question asked (vnU5MEGJ):

What type of dynamic forces may cause indent in plating on forecastle deck and main
deck in way of pillars inside forecastle?
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Pressure forces caused by green water on deck

Question asked (nC3uu0yi):

When hot rolled steel coils are loaded on General Cargo ships, it may be correct to state
that:
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They must not be exposed to salt water contamination.

Question asked (w$x9koGx):

The ship’s lifting plant must be proof load tested and all parts thoroughly examined at intervals not exceeding:
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5 years

Question asked (L43w6jFn):

A General Cargo vessel has a 50 tonne SWL heavy lift derrick and a load of 48 tonnes is to be loaded. The lifting gear of slings and
spreader bar weighs 4 tonnes. In this case, it would be correct to state that:
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The load cannot be loaded because the combined weight of the load and the lifting gear will exceed the SWL by two tonnes.

Question asked (XSMN1iy8):

Proper guidance on the stowage and securing of general cargo may be obtained by
referring to:
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IMO Code of practice for stowage and securing of cargoes.

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Question asked (GdKDrHqS):

During a pre-loading survey on board a General Cargo ship, the most efficient method of testing the weather tightness of the hatch covers
is considered to be:
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Ultra sonic test.

Question asked (uBBiFMbn):

For a General Cargo ship to load Dangerous Goods in packaged form, it must have on
board a:
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Document of Compliance for carriage of dangerous goods.

Question asked (3S18z10h):

A greater number of lashings may generally be required to secure cargo forward on deck
compared with amidships under deck of a General Cargo Vessel, because:
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The dynamic stresses on the lashing are much greater in the forward areas of the vessel.

Question asked (FNTDlMyC):

The minimum information to that must be provided be given on a dangerous goods
declaration on a General Cargo Vessel should be:
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IMO Class, UN Number, Gross weight, number of units of cargo, Proper Shipping Name.

Question asked (2Hg9x8No):

A general cargo vessel is loading to its Summer Marks. Upon completion of loading, the
final level of the water would be at:
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The top of the summer load line mark.

Question asked (uvgLwwhy):

Who can contact the Designated Person with their safety concerns?
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All crewmembers

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