DECKWATCHKEEPING 1

Midterm Reviewer
First Semester SY 2018-2019

. In what condition of visibility may be danger signal be sounded.

a. in fog b. clear visibility c. zero visibility d. any condition of visibility
. You are backing out of a slip in international water and can be seen by an approaching vessel. Which of the following would
you give?
a. one prolonged blast b. three prolonged blast
c. three short blast d. one short, one prolonged and one short blast
. A person assigned to watch and observe any hazard to navigation by sight and hearing.
a. look-out b. officer c. Quarter master d. AB
. The necessity to comply with the use of radar in watch keeping is more mandated from what rule in colregs?
a. Rule 7 b. rule 9 c. Rule 24 d. Rule 34
. The sound signal for a vessel operating in astern propulsion is:
a. three prolonged blasts b. two short blasts c. three short blasts d. one short blasts
. What day shape would be exhibited by a vessel aground?
a. two black balls b. three black balls c. one black ball d. four black balls
. Which vessel may carry her sidelights and stern light in one combined lantern?
a. a 10 meter sailing vessel b. a 15 meter vessel propelled by sail and machine
c. a 10 meter power driven vessel d. all of the above
. The three all-round green lights exhibited at or near the foremast head and at each end of the foreyard, indicate that it is
dangerous for another vessel to approach within how many meters from this vessel:
a. 100 mtrs. b. 200 mtrs. c. 500 mtrs. d. 1000 mtrs.
. A vessel engaged in fishing must display a light in the direction of any gear extends outward more than 150 meters. The color
of this light is:
a. green b. yellow c. white d. red
. In the order of importance, which of the following comes first before taking over the watch?
a. adjust to night vision c. Check course and speed
b.. Inform officer of your presence d. Determine position of the vessel
. When does the plotting or systematic analysis of the radar display shall commence in order to be effective?
a. at an appropriate time c. When the target is visible on the minimum range
b. at ample time d. When the target tends to change course
. Which is statement is true concerning a vessel under oars?
a. she must show a stern light
b. she must show a fixed all round light
c. she is allowed to show the same lights as a sailing vessel
d. she must show a day shape of a black cone
. At sea you sight a vessel displaying a black conical shape, point downward. This would indicate:
a. vessel engaged in fishing b. a power driven vessel c. both a and b d. neither a and b
. Which vessel would exhibit sidelights when underway and not making way?
a. vessel not under command b. a vessel engaged in dredging
c. a pilot vessel d. a vessel trawling
. Two all-round red lights displayed in a vertical line are shown by a:
a. vessel being towed b. vessel aground c. vessel not under command d. vessel at anchor
. Which of the following vessels, when anchored at night would not be required to show anchor light?
a. a vessel engaged on pilotage duty b. a vessel dredging
c. a power driven vessel d. a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver
. What is the time interval between signals shall the fog signal be sounded?
a. not less than 1 min. b. not more than 1 min. c. not less than 2 min. d. not more than 2 min.
. Which vessel must exhibit forward and after masthead lights when underway?
a. a 20 mtrs. sailing vessel b. a 10 mtrs. vessel engaged in fishing
c. a 50 mtrs. power driven vessel d. all of the above
. You are fishing with gear out on the high seas while at anchor. What light would you show?
a. a white light forward and aft b. a red light over a white light
c. a white over a white light d. regular anchor light
. In what instance is the yellow light of the towing vessel is placed above the stern light?
a. the vessel being towed is an oil tanker b. the vessel being towed is a submarine
c. the towing vessel has run out of white bulb d. the vessel is towing astern
. A vessel being towed astern, where the length of the two exceeds 200 meters will exhibit:
a. a ball on each end of the tow b. two balls in a vertical light
c. a diamond shape where it can best be seen d. no day shape
. You are approaching a vessel dredging by day and see two balls in vertical line on the port side of the dredge. These shapes
mean:
a. You should pass on her port side. b. There is an obstruction on her port side.
c. She is not under command. d. She is moored.
. On what condition that the Master and OOW shall have due regards to the bridge equipment and navigational aids
available for use.
a. Vessel is in congested areas c. Hours of darkness
b. Entering the TSS d. Departure and arrival port
. The masthead light of a vessel less than 12 meters in length should be visible at:
a. 3 NM b. 1 NM c. 2 NM d. 4 NM
. In day time a 19 mtrs. vessel underway and fishing with nets or lines may indicate her occupation by displaying:
a. a black or white vertically stripped ball b. 2 black cones apex together
c. a basket d. a black ball
. What does Section I of Part B of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 pertain to?
a. Conduct of vessels in any condition of visibility c. Conduct of vessels insight of one another
b. Conduct of vessels in restricted visibility d. None of the above
. What will a vessel avoid to use if it can safely use the appropriate traffic lane within the adjacent traffic separation
scheme?
a. The inshore traffic zone
b. Traffic lane in the general direction of traffic flow.
c. Will not anchor at the traffic separation scheme.
d. Will not impede the safe passage of a power driven vessel using the TSS.
. To what type of vessel does the Rule 1 of the Intl. Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea is applicable?
a. General cargo ships b. Tanker ships c. Seagoing vessels d. All types of ships
. What rules under the COLREGS requires a compulsory use of radar?
a. Rule number 5 b. Rule number 6 c. Rule number 7 d. Rule number 9
. A pilot vessel on pilotage duty at night will show sidelights and a sternlight.
a. only when making way b. when at anchor
c. at any time when underway d. only when identifying lights
. Length of vessel, when aground are not required to exhibit the lights prescribed in Rule 30 d(1 & 11)
a. less than 7 meters b. less than 12 meters c. less than 50 meters d. 50 meters and more
. On what year does the international regulations for preventing collision at sea was created?
a. 1972 b. 1974 c. 1976 d. 1978
. According to rule 7 of collision regulation risk of collision exist if the bearing of the other vessel:
a. changes obviously c. Does not appreciably change
b. changes from time to time d. Both a and b

. What is the minimum sound signaling equipment required aboard a vessel 14 meters in length.
a. a bell only b. whistle only c. a bell and a whistle d. gong
. A vessel which does not normally engaged in towing preparations, is towing a vessel in distress, she:
a. must show the lights for a vessel towing
b. must show a yellow light above the sternlight
c. may show the lights for a vessel not under command
d. need not show the lights for a vessel engaged in towing, if it is impractical to do so
. Which statement is true concerning a towing vessel which is unable to deviate from her course?
a. By day, she should carry two black balls in a vertical line
b. By day, she should a black cylinder
c. By night, she would show the same lights as the vessel not under command
d. By day, she would show the same shapes as the vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver
. The following should be the action taken to avoid collision if the circumstances of the case admit contained in Rule
8(a) of the Intl. Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, except?
a. be positive
b. made in ample time
c. with due regard to the observance of good seamanship
d. none of the above
. The following are procedures for every vessel in determining risk of collision appropriate to the prevailing
circumstances and conditions as stipulated in Rule 7(a) of the Intl. Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, except:
a. taking bearing by the use of azimuth circle
b. using the binocular in observing the object
c. systematic plotting by means of RADAR/ARPA
d. conversing to the station
. Who will be aware of precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment relevant to international and port
regulations?
a. Master, Chief Engineer & Chief Officer c. Master, Officers & Ratings
b. Chief Engineer, Engine Officers & Engine Ratings d. Administration, Parties & Master
. On what year does the international regulations for preventing collision at sea was created?
a. 1972 b. 1974 c. 1976 d. 1978
. As OOW, how often will you carry out radar practice?
a. Radar practice should only be carried out on restricted visibility
b. Radar practice should be carried out as per approval of the Master
c. Radar practice can be carried out whenever is possible
d. Radar practice can be carried when communication between vessels is not possible
. Within the context of the Rules which of the following factors must be taken account when considering a vessel to be
constrained by her draught.
a. depth of water beneath the keel b. draft of the vessel
c. space available for maneuver d. length and draft of the vessel
. You are on restricted visibility and hear a fog signal forward of your beam. Nothing appears on your radar screen. The rules
requires you to:
a. stop your engines b. sound two prolonged blasts on your whistle
c. sound the danger signal d. slow down to bare steerage way
. You sight a vessel displaying two cones with their points apexes together is the vessel:
a. aground in international waters b. towing submerged object
c. engaged in fishing d. in distress and requires assistance
. You are under way in fog and hear a fog signal on your starboard quarter. You should:
a. stop your vessel b. change course to the left
c. alter course to starboard d. hold your course and speed
. A vessel approaching a bend or narrow channel should sound:
a. one prolonged blast b. one long blast c. one short blast d. one long and one short blast
. Three black balls in a vertical line means:
a. a vessel not under command b. a vessel aground
c. a vessel in distress d. a vessel trying to attract attention
. What is the minimum length of an anchored vessel which is required to show a white light both forward and aft.
a. 150 meters b. 100 meters c. 50 meters d. 200 meters
. What signal for a deep draft vessel displays from sunset to sunrise?
a. a black cylinder b. red over white over red in vertical line
c. two red light in vertical line d. three red light in vertical line
. When pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed ahead are rigidly connected in composite unit they shall exhibit the lights for.
a. P.D.V. b. Pushing vessel c. Towing vessel d. any of the above
. A vessel which is fishing is required to show sidelight and sternlight only when:
a. underway b. underway and making way c. anchored d. dead in the water
. Under rule 5, how often does a look-out shall be maintained?
a. as needed b. during your watch c. At all times d. At ample time
. Who is the master representative on the bridge?
a. pilot b. OOW c. 2nd mate d. Chief mate
. You are on watch and the master is on the bridge observing, how do you manage the situation?
a. turn over the watch to the master c. Continue to be responsible of your watch
b. have an alternate command with the master d. Consult the master for any decision made

. By night, you sight the lights of a vessel engaged in underwater operations. If an obstruction exists on the port side of the
vessel it will marked by:
a. a single red light b. two red lights in a vertical line
c a flood light d. any visible light
. To prevent such pollution to the environment, master, officers and ratings shall take all possible;
a. precaution b. information c. Action d. Proper action
. The following are the requirements to check for voyage planning except one:
a. updated info about hazards to navigation c. Nautical publication
b. adequate and appropriate chart d. Signal pennants
. Who shall require that watch schedule be posted where they can be easily accessible?
a. Master b. Chief Officer c. Administration d. Owner
. Aside from the vessel mentioned in Rule 2 of the Intl. Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea being exonerated,
who else does it refers to?
a. Master b. Administration c. OOW d. all of the above
. Which among the following does not identify a “vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver”?
a. A vessel engaged in picking up navigational mark, submarine cable or pipeline
b. A vessel engaged in mine clearance operation
c. A vessel engaged in dredging, surveying or underwater operation
d. A vessel engaged in towing operation but can deviate from their course
. When are you going to use the RADAR?
a. during Sunset to sunrise c. Sunrise to sunset
b. At all times d. During restricted visibility
. Vessel constrained by her draught must exhibit where they can best be seen.
a. two all-round red lights in a vertical line b. three all-round red lights in a vertical line
c. three all-round white lights in a vertical line d. none of the above
. A power driven vessel shows the same lights as a:
a. vessel towing astern
b. sailing vessel
c. pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed are rigidly connected in a composite unit
d. vessel engaged in towing, when not underway
. You are a vessel 30 meters in length. What is the range of visibility of your green all around light if shown?
a. 2 miles b. 3 miles c. 5 miles d. 6 miles
. A sailing vessel which is also propelled by machinery must exhibit:
a. a basket b. two cones apexes together c. cone apex upward d. cone apex downward
. A lantern combining the two sidelights of a vessel may be shown on a:
a. 20 mtr. Sailing vessel underway b. 25 mtr. Power driven vessel trolling
c. 15 mtr. sailing vessel d. 25 mtr. pilot vessel
. A vessel engaged in trawling will show identification lights:
a. a green over a white light b. a white over a red light
c. a red over a white light d. two red lights in a vertical line
. As defined in the Navigation Rules, a masthead light shows through an arc of how may deg.?
a. 112.5° b. 90° c. 225° d. 360°
. The masthead light may be located at other than fore and aft centerline of a vessel:
a. less than 20 mtr. in length b. less than 12 mtr. in length
c. engaged in fishing d. which separate carried on the outward
. The three black balls in a vertical line where they can best be seen is to be shown by the vessel:
a. anchored b. aground c. constrained by her draft d. none of the above
. A vessel proceeding under sail and when also being propelled by machinery shall exhibit where it can best be seen.
a. the basket b. the conical shape apex upward
c. the conical shape apex downward d. none of the above
. The two all-round red lights in vertical line, exhibited by the vessel engaged in dredging is to indicate:
a. the side on which the obstruction exist b. the side on which another vessel my pass
c. the side on which the outlaying gear extend 150 mtrs horizontal d. none of the above
. Vessel is towing two barges astern. The length of the tow from the stern of towing vessel to the stern of the large barge is 250
mts. How many masthead lights should be displayed on the towboat at night.
a. 2 b. 3 c. 1 d. 4
. How would you expound the phrase “deemed to be in sight of one another”?
a. That the other vessel can be identify from the other
b. That the other vessel can be detected on the radar
c. That the other vessel can be observed visually from the other
d. All of the above
. If you’re ask why you are taking compass bearing of an approaching vessel frequently, what will be your possible
answer?
a. To determine its distance c. To early determine risk of collision
b. To monitor movement of vessel d. To maintain contact
. When was the Rules of the Intl. Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea was applicable internationally?
a. September 1, 1972 b. September 1, 1989 c. September 2, 1989 d. September 2, 1972
. What is the action of an OOW when risk of collision is detected from a target?
a. Call the Master and wait for the decision
b. Use the engine to avoid collision
c. Sound a danger signal in the whistle
d. Take early and positive action at ample time to avoid collision
. What is the reason to call the Master?
a. Failure to sight land c. Difficulty in maintaining course
b. In doubt d. All of the above
. During restricted visibility encountered by the OOW, what action is the least inappropriate?
a. Inform the Master c. Navigation lights switch on and use radar
b. Post a proper lookout d. Apply safe speed
. For the purpose of Rule 3(b) of the Intl. Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, what does the term “power
driven vessel” means?
a. A vessel propelled by an outboard motor
b. A vessel under sail provided propelling machinery is fitted and being use
c. A vessel under sail provided propelling machinery is fitted but not in use
d. All of the above
. To whom operation of any special rules made by the Government or State shall not interfere with the Intl. Rules with
respect to additional station, signal lights or shapes or whistle?
a. ships of war c. vessels proceeding under convoy
b. vessels engaged in fishing as a fleet d. all of the above
. The following are necessary actions to avoid collision as stipulated in Rule 8(e) of the Intl. Regulations for Preventing
Collisions at Sea, except:
a. allow more time to assess the situation
b. shall slacken her speed
c. take her all way off by stopping or reversing her propulsion
d. none of the above
. In maintaining a proper lookout, the Master should take into account all relevant factors, except:
a. Sound signaling apparatus c. Visibility
b. Steering control d. Dense of traffic
. In what weather condition is sounding of fog signals and safe speed is being ready for use?
a. Poor visibility b. Restricted visibility c. Foggy weather d. None of the above
. Every vessel shall proceed at safe speed appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions, except?
a. To take proper and effective action to avoid collision
b. So that she could be stop within a distance
c. So that there is ample time to analyse the situation
d. So that she can be easily taken all way off
. What shall a power driven vessel so far as practicable avoid when using the traffic separation scheme?
a. Navigate with the general direction of traffic flow.
b. Shall cross on a heading as nearly as practicable at right angles.
c. Crossing traffic lanes while navigating within the traffic separation scheme.
d. Join or leave from either side at small angle to the general flow of traffic.
. The following are procedures for power driven vessel proceeding when using the traffic separation scheme, except?
a. Keep clear of a traffic separation line or separation zone.
b. Proceed in the appropriate traffic lane in the general flow of traffic.
c. Join or leave a traffic lane at the termination of the lane.
d. If joining or leaving from either side shall do so at a great angle to the general direction of traffic flow.
. What is the action of an OOW when risk of collision is detected from a target?
a. Call the Master and wait for the decision
b. Use the engine to avoid collision
c. Sound a danger signal in the whistle
d. Take early and positive action at ample time to avoid collision
. What is the time interval between signals shall the fog signal be sounded?
a. not less than 1 min. b. not more than 1 min. c. not less than 2 min. d. not more than 2 min.
. Which of the following vessel/s enroute whose passage should not be impeded ?
a. restricted in her ability to maneuver
b. constrained by her draught
c. fishing vessels engaged in fishing as a fleet
d. vessels proceeding under convoy