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Question 1 of 87

1

Which is TRUE concerning immersion suits and their use?

Select one of the following:

  • They provide sufficient flotation to do away with the necessity of wearing a life jacket.

  • A puncture in the suit will not appreciably reduce its value.

  • They should be tight fitting.

  • Only a light layer of clothing may be worn underneath.

Explanation

Question 2 of 87

1

You are underway when a fire breaks out in the forward part of your vessel. If possible, you should __________.

Select one of the following:

  • put the vessel's stern into the wind

  • abandon ship to windward

  • call for assistance

  • keep going at half speed

Explanation

Question 3 of 87

1

The required number and type of hand portable fire extinguishers to be carried in the vicinity of the radio room exit for a tank vessel on an international voyage is one __________.

Select one of the following:

  • C-II

  • B-I

  • B-II

  • C-I

Explanation

Question 4 of 87

1

Records of tests and inspections of a cargo vessel's fire extinguishing systems shall be kept on board __________.

Select one of the following:

  • until the vessel's Certificate of Inspection expires

  • for 1 year

  • for 2 years

  • until the next Coast Guard inspection

Explanation

Question 5 of 87

1

In areas where CO2 piping is installed, such piping may not be used for any other purpose except __________.

Select one of the following:

  • in connection with the fire-detecting system

  • in connection with the water sprinkler system

  • to ventilate the space

  • to run the emergency wiring to the space

Explanation

Question 6 of 87

1

What is the use of a flame screen ?

Select one of the following:

  • It permits the passage of vapor but not of flame.

  • It prevents the passage of flammable vapors.

  • It prevents inert gas from leaving a tank.

  • It permits vapors to exit but not enter a tank.

Explanation

Question 7 of 87

1

You notice oil on the water near your vessel while taking on fuel. You should first __________.

Select one of the following:

  • stop fueling

  • notify the senior deck officer

  • notify the terminal superintendent

  • determine whether your vessel is the source

Explanation

Question 8 of 87

1

The galley on your cargo vessel has an area of 232 square meters. What would fulfill the minimum requirements for fire protection?

Select one of the following:

  • One B-II extinguisher

  • One B-I extinguisher

  • One B-II and one C-II extinguisher

  • One B-V extinguisher

Explanation

Question 9 of 87

1

You are fighting a fire in a watertight compartment using hoses and seawater. Stability may be reduced because of_______.

Select one of the following:

  • increase in free surface which reduces the metacentric height

  • progressive downflooding

  • reduction of water in the storage tanks

  • reduction of KG to the minimum allowable

Explanation

Question 10 of 87

1

A fire is discovered in the forepeak of a vessel at sea. The wind is from ahead at 35 knots. You should __________.

Select one of the following:

  • change course and put the stern to the wind

  • remain on course and hold speed

  • change course to put the wind on either beam and increase speed

  • remain on course but slack the speed

Explanation

Question 11 of 87

1

When two fire hose teams are attacking a fire they should __________.

Select one of the following:

  • not attack the fire from opposite sides

  • use different fire hose pressures

  • use fire hoses of different sizes

  • not wear protective clothing

Explanation

Question 12 of 87

1

How can you indicate that your vessel is in distress?

Select one of the following:

  • Continuously sounding the fog horn

  • Displaying a large red flag

  • Displaying three black balls in a vertical line

  • Sounding four short blast and after two seconds sounding three more rapid blasts on the whistle

Explanation

Question 13 of 87

1

The object of plugging holes below the waterline on a MODU should be to _________.

Select one of the following:

  • reduce the entry of water as much as possible

  • eliminate all water entering through the hole

  • only plug holes in machinery or other vital spaces

  • plug the largest holes first

Explanation

Question 14 of 87

1

When more than six short blasts and one long blast of the ship's whistle, accompanied by the same signal on the general alarm bell is sounded, What is the signal for?

Select one of the following:

  • Abandonship/Boat Station

  • Fire and Emergency

  • Boat recall

  • Man overboard

Explanation

Question 15 of 87

1

Repairing damage to the hull of a MODU at, or above the waterline, reduces the threat of __________.

Select one of the following:

  • continued progressive flooding

  • free surface effects

  • capsizing the MODU

  • wind overturning moments

Explanation

Question 16 of 87

1

After being launched, what does a totally enclosed survival craft which has been afloat over a long period of time require?

Select one of the following:

  • Regular checks of bilge levels

  • Frequent opening of hatches to permit entry of fresh air

  • Use of ear plugs to dampen engine noise

  • Frequent flushing of the water spray system with freshwater

Explanation

Question 17 of 87

1

Which visual distress signal is acceptable for daylight use only?

Select one of the following:

  • Orange smoke signal

  • Handled red line

  • Self-contained rocket propelled red parachute flare

  • Red aerial pyrotechnic flare

Explanation

Question 18 of 87

1

What is the use of EPIRB during abandon ship ?

Select one of the following:

  • send radio homing signals to searching aircraft

  • hold the lifeboat's head up into the seas

  • generate orange smoke

  • seal leaks in rubber rafts

Explanation

Question 19 of 87

1

"A hole in the hull above the waterline may be temporarily patched with _________. I. pillows
II. blankets
III. Mattresses"

Select one of the following:

  • I, II and III

  • I only

  • II only

  • III only

Explanation

Question 20 of 87

1

What is the purpose of wire stretched between the lifeboat davit heads?

Select one of the following:

  • To support the manropes

  • Keep the movement of the davits at the same speed

  • Keep the davits from slipping when they are in the stowed position

  • Prevent vibration during lowering of the boat

Explanation

Question 21 of 87

1

How does the hand brake of a lifeboat winch being applied?

Select one of the following:

  • By dropping the counterweighted lever

  • Manually disengaged when hoisting a boat

  • Controlled by the centrifugal brake mechanism

  • automatically engaged if lowering speed is excessive

Explanation

Question 22 of 87

1

The person-in-charge shall insure that each rescue boat on a OSV is lowered to the water, launched, and operated at least once every _____________.

Select one of the following:

  • three months

  • month

  • two months

  • six months

Explanation

Question 23 of 87

1

Which of the following represents the emergency signal for a fire aboard ship?

Select one of the following:

  • Continuous blast of the ship’s whistle for a period of not less than 10 seconds, supplemented by the same signal on the general alarm.

  • More than six short blasts and one long blast on the whistle

  • Three short blast of the whistle supplemented by the same signal on the general alarm.

  • More than six short blasts and one long blast on the whistle supplemented by the same signal on the general alarm.

Explanation

Question 24 of 87

1

Where would you find the FCC authorization for transmitting on your rig's EPIRB?

Select one of the following:

  • On the Ship Station License.

  • On the side of the EPIRB transmitter.

  • In the radio log.

  • On the Certificate of Inspection.

Explanation

Question 25 of 87

1

All of the following are recognized distress signals under the Rules of the Road except__________.

Select one of the following:

  • a green star signal

  • orange-colored smoke

  • red flares

  • the repeated raising and lowering of outstretched arms

Explanation

Question 26 of 87

1

Class "B" EPIRB's transmit on frequencies that are monitored by ________.

Select one of the following:

  • private, commercial, and military aircraft

  • orbiting satellites in space

  • commercial radio stations

  • commercial fishing vessels

Explanation

Question 27 of 87

1

What is an approve signaling device required on inflatable liferafts from among the choices?

Select one of the following:

  • Orange smoke signal

  • Pistol

  • Air horn

  • Lantern

Explanation

Question 28 of 87

1

When you are firing a pyrotechnic distress signal, it should be aimed__________.

Select one of the following:

  • at about 60 degrees above the horizon

  • straight overhead

  • at the vessel whose attention you want to attract

  • into the wind

Explanation

Question 29 of 87

1

The master or person-in-charge of a MODU shall ensure that each deck from which lifeboats are launched is______________.

Select one of the following:

  • kept clear of any obstructions that would interfere with launching

  • surfaced with a nonskid texture

  • roped off to prevent unnecessary access

  • posted with a list of persons assigned to the lifeboat

Explanation

Question 30 of 87

1

What must be accurately determined to assess the potential for progressive flooding after your vessel has been damaged?

Select one of the following:

  • The integrity of the watertight boundaries.

  • The capacity of the water sprinkler system.

  • The operation of the machinery space bilge level alarms.

  • The strenght of the hull to withstand the progressive flooding

Explanation

Question 31 of 87

1

What is the important points to remember when operating davits?

Select one of the following:

  • The davits should always be hand cranked the last 12 inches into the final stowed position

  • The gripes should be released after the boat is moving

  • The boats are generally lowered by surging the falls around cruciform bits

  • The tricing pendant should be tripped prior to releasing the gripes

Explanation

Question 32 of 87

1

You are in a survival craft boadcasting a distress message. What information would be essential to your rescuers?

Select one of the following:

  • Your position by latitude and longitude.

  • The nature of the distress.

  • The time of day.

  • Your radio call sign.

Explanation

Question 33 of 87

1

Why are lifeboats usually double-ended?

Select one of the following:

  • They are more seaworthy and less likely to be swamped or broach to.

  • They can go forward and backward more easily.

  • They require less space for stowing aboard ship.

  • Appearance and traditional styling.

Explanation

Question 34 of 87

1

When should distress flares and rockets be used?

Select one of the following:

  • Only when there is a chance of them being sighted by rescue vessels.

  • They should be set off at half-hour intervals.

  • They should be set off at one-hour intervals.

  • Immediately upon abandoning the vessel.

Explanation

Question 35 of 87

1

Progressive flooding in the engine room may be minimized by securing watertight boundaries and what other measures?

Select one of the following:

  • Pumping out flooded compartments

  • Transferring reserve feed water

  • Dumping fuel oil

  • Evacuating the engine room

Explanation

Question 36 of 87

1

What is the signal for lowering the ship’s lifeboats which is sounded on the ship’s whistle?

Select one of the following:

  • One short blast

  • Two long blast

  • Three short blasts

  • One long blast

Explanation

Question 37 of 87

1

When you hear three short blasts on the ship’s whistle and the same signal on the general alarm bells, what does it signify?

Select one of the following:

  • You are dismissed from the drill

  • You are required to go to your liferaft

  • You should point to the man overboard

  • You should start the fire pump

Explanation

Question 38 of 87

1

If doublebottom fuel tank levels are found to have increased after a ships grounding, you should suspect ______________.

Select one of the following:

  • a puncture, crack, or hole in the skin of the vessel

  • a damaged pneumercator line

  • improper record keeping of fuel transfer activities

  • contamination of the contaminated steam supply system

Explanation

Question 39 of 87

1

A hole in the hull above the waterline may be temporarily patched with _________. I. pillows
II. blankets
III. Mattresses"

Select one of the following:

  • I, II and III

  • I only

  • II only

  • III only

Explanation

Question 40 of 87

1

Progressive flooding in the engine room may be minimized by securing watertight boundaries and _______.

Select one of the following:

  • pumping out flooded compartments

  • transferring reserve feed water

  • dumping fuel oil

  • evacuating the engine room

Explanation

Question 41 of 87

1

What must be accurately determined to assess the potential for progressive flooding after your vessel has been damaged?

Select one of the following:

  • The integrity of the watertight boundaries.

  • The capacity of the water sprinkler system.

  • The operation of the machinery space bilge level alarms.

  • The strength of the hull to withstand the progressive flooding

Explanation

Question 42 of 87

1

Which of the following is used to signal crew members to report at boat stations or for boat drill?

Select one of the following:

  • More than six short blasts followed by one long blast of the ships whistle.

  • A continuous blast of the ships whistle for a period of not less than 10 seconds.

  • One long blast followed by three short blasts of the ships whistle

  • Three short blasts of the ships whistle.

Explanation

Question 43 of 87

1

The fire alarm signal onboard United States flag merchant vessels is a continuous blast of the whistle for a period of not less than 10 seconds, supplemented by the continuous ringing of the general alarm bells for not less than 10 seconds. Where can this information be readily found aboard ship?

Select one of the following:

  • SOLAS Safety

  • Certificate of Inspection Station bill

  • Construction Certificate

  • Fire Alarm Zone Chart

Explanation

Question 44 of 87

1

When more than six short blasts and one long blast of the ship's whistle, accompanied by the same signal on the general alarm bell is sounded, the signal is for_______.

Select one of the following:

  • boat stations(abandon ship)

  • fire and emergency

  • boat recall

  • man overboard

Explanation

Question 45 of 87

1

The signal for lowering the ship’s lifeboats is sounded on the ship’s whistle as _________.

Select one of the following:

  • one short blast

  • two long blast

  • three short blasts

  • one long blast

Explanation

Question 46 of 87

1

The traditional signal to commence lowering lifeboats and liferafts is__________.

Select one of the following:

  • 1 short blast of the ships whistle

  • 3 short blast of the ships whistle

  • 3 long blast of the ships whistle

  • 1 long blast of the ships whistle

Explanation

Question 47 of 87

1

Which of the following represents the emergency signal for a fire aboard ship?

Select one of the following:

  • Continuous blast of the ship’s whistle for a period of not less than 10 seconds, supplemented by the same signal on the general alarm.

  • More than six short blasts and one long blast on the whistle

  • Three short blast of the whistle supplemented by the same signal on the general alarm.

  • More than six short blasts and one long blast on the whistle supplemented by the same signal on the general alarm.

Explanation

Question 48 of 87

1

When you hear three short blasts on the ship’s whistle and the same signal on the general alarm bells, you___________.

Select one of the following:

  • are dismissed from the drill

  • are required to go to your liferaft

  • should point to the man overboard

  • should start the fire pump

Explanation

Question 49 of 87

1

Repairing damage to the hull of a MODU at, or above the waterline, reduces the threat of __________.

Select one of the following:

  • continued progressive flooding

  • free surface effects

  • capsizing the MODU

  • wind overturning moments

Explanation

Question 50 of 87

1

The order of importance in addressing damage control on a MODU is _________.

Select one of the following:

  • control fire, control flooding, repair structural damage

  • control flooding, control fire, repair structural damage

  • restored vital services, control fire, control flooding

  • control fire, restore vital services, control flooding

Explanation

Question 51 of 87

1

When patching holes in the hull of a MODU, pillows, bedding and other soft materials can be used as _____________.

Select one of the following:

  • gaskets

  • caulking

  • strongbacks

  • wedges

Explanation

Question 52 of 87

1

The object of plugging holes below the waterline on a MODU should be to _________.

Select one of the following:

  • reduce the entry of water as much as possible

  • eliminate all water entering through the hole

  • only plug holes in machinery or other vital spaces

  • plug the largest holes first

Explanation

Question 53 of 87

1

When you are firing a pyrotechnic distress signal, it should be aimed__________.

Select one of the following:

  • at about 60 degrees above the horizon

  • straight overhead

  • at the vessel whose attention you want to attract

  • into the wind

Explanation

Question 54 of 87

1

When should distress flares and rockets be used?

Select one of the following:

  • Only when there is a chance of them being sighted by rescue vessels.

  • They should be set off at half-hour intervals.

  • They should be set off at one-hour intervals.

  • Immediately upon abandoning the vessel.

Explanation

Question 55 of 87

1

An approve signaling device required on inflatable liferafts include include a(n)__________.

Select one of the following:

  • orange smoke signal

  • pistol

  • air horn

  • lantern

Explanation

Question 56 of 87

1

Signaling devices required on inflatable liferafts include_____________.

Select one of the following:

  • red flares

  • a rocket shoulder rifle

  • an oil lantern

  • an air horn

Explanation

Question 57 of 87

1

Signaling devices required on inflatble life rafts include a(n) _____________.

Select one of the following:

  • orange smoke signal

  • pistol

  • air horn

  • lantern

Explanation

Question 58 of 87

1

All of the following are recognized distress signals under the Rules of the Road EXCEPT__________.

Select one of the following:

  • a green star signal

  • orange-colored smoke

  • red flares

  • the repeated raising and lowering of outstretched arms

Explanation

Question 59 of 87

1

A man aboard a vessel, signaling by raising and lowering his outstretched arms to each side, is indicating __________.

Select one of the following:

  • a distress signal

  • danger, stay away

  • all is clear, it is safe to pass

  • all is clear, it is safe to approach

Explanation

Question 60 of 87

1

When a vessel signals her distress by means of a gun or other explosive signal, the firing should be at intervals of approximately _____________.

Select one of the following:

  • 1 minute

  • 3 minute

  • 10 minutes

  • 1 hour

Explanation

Question 61 of 87

1

You can indicate that your vessel is in distress by____________.

Select one of the following:

  • continuously sounding the fog horn

  • displaying a large red flag

  • displaying three black balls in a vertical line

  • sounding four short blast and after two seconds sounding three more rapid blasts on the whistle

Explanation

Question 62 of 87

1

Which visual distress signal is acceptable for daylight use only?

Select one of the following:

  • Orange smoke signal

  • Handled red line

  • Self-contained rocket propelled red parachute flare

  • Red aerial pyrotechnic flare

Explanation

Question 63 of 87

1

What is the maximum length of time that distress flares are approved for?

Select one of the following:

  • 3 and ½ years

  • 2 years

  • 5 years

  • 1 and ½ years

Explanation

Question 64 of 87

1

By regulation, orange smoke distress signals will expire not more than how many months from the date of manufacture?

Select one of the following:

  • 42 months

  • 24 months

  • 36 months

  • 54 months

Explanation

Question 65 of 87

1

Each distress signal and self-activated smoke signal must be replaced not later than the marked date of manufacture?

Select one of the following:

  • 36

  • 12

  • 24

  • 42

Explanation

Question 66 of 87

1

Class "B" EPIRB's transmit on frequencies that are monitored by ________.

Select one of the following:

  • private, commercial, and military aircraft

  • orbiting satellites in space

  • commercial radio stations

  • commercial fishing vessels

Explanation

Question 67 of 87

1

Where would you find the FCC authorization for transmitting on your rig's EPIRB?

Select one of the following:

  • On the Ship Station License.

  • On the side of the EPIRB transmitter.

  • In the radio log.

  • On the Certificate of Inspection.

Explanation

Question 68 of 87

1

When should the emergency position-indicating radio beacon(EPIRB) be activated after abandoning?

Select one of the following:

  • Immediately

  • After one hour

  • Only when another vessel is in sight

  • Only after sunset

Explanation

Question 69 of 87

1

What should you do with your emergency position indicating radio beacon if you are in a liferaft during storm conditions?

Select one of the following:

  • Bring it inside the liferaft and leave it on.

  • Bring it inside the liferaft and turn it off until the storm passes.

  • Leave it outside the liferaft and leave it on.

  • Leave it outside the liferaft but turn it off.

Explanation

Question 70 of 87

1

You are in a survival craft boadcasting a distress message. What information would be essential to your rescuers?

Select one of the following:

  • Your position by latitude and longitude.

  • The nature of the distress.

  • The time of day.

  • Your radio call sign.

Explanation

Question 71 of 87

1

Which of the items in the lifeboat equipment listed would be the most suitable for night signaling to a ship on the horizon?

Select one of the following:

  • A red parachute flare

  • A red handheld flare

  • A flashlight

  • A lantern

Explanation

Question 72 of 87

1

If you have to abandon ship, the EPIRB can be used to ____________.

Select one of the following:

  • send radio homing signals to searching aircraft

  • hold the lifeboat's head up into the seas

  • generate orange smoke

  • seal leaks in rubber rafts

Explanation

Question 73 of 87

1

When operating gravity davits, ________________.

Select one of the following:

  • the davits should always be hand cranked the last 12 inches into the final stowed position

  • the gripes should be released after the boat is moving

  • the boats are generally lowered by surging the falls around cruciform bits

  • the tricing pendant should be tripped prior to releasing the gripes

Explanation

Question 74 of 87

1

The hand brake of a lifeboat winch is _____________.

Select one of the following:

  • applied by dropping the counterweighted lever

  • manually disengaged when hoisting a boat

  • controlled by the centrifugal brake mechanism

  • automatically engaged if lowering speed is excessive

Explanation

Question 75 of 87

1

It is important to test lifeboat davit limit switches on a regular basis to prevent ________.

Select one of the following:

  • the possibility of the davit wires parting when the lifeboat is being retrieved and stowed in its davit

  • damage to the winch motor

  • damage to the releasing gear

  • the lifeboat from being lowered at an unsafe speed

Explanation

Question 76 of 87

1

The purpose of the wire stretched between the lifeboat davit heads is to ____________.

Select one of the following:

  • support the manropes

  • keep the movement of the davits at the same speed

  • keep the davits from slipping when they are in the stowed position

  • prevent vibration during lowering of the boat

Explanation

Question 77 of 87

1

On a vessel with lifeboats on both side, the No.2 lifeboat would be located ________.

Select one of the following:

  • forward of lifeboat No. 4 on the port side

  • forward of lifeboat No. 4 on the starboard side

  • aft of lifeboat No. 1 on the starboard side

  • aft of lifeboat No. 5 on the starboard side

Explanation

Question 78 of 87

1

The person-in-charge shall insure that each rescue boat on a OSV is lowered to the water, launched, and operated at least once every _____________.

Select one of the following:

  • three months

  • month

  • two months

  • six months

Explanation

Question 79 of 87

1

The master or person-in-charge of a MODU shall insure that each deck from which lifeboats are launched is ______________.

Select one of the following:

  • kept clear of any obstructions that would interfere with launching

  • surfaced with a nonskid texture

  • roped off to prevent unnecessary access

  • posted with a list of persons assigned to the lifeboat

Explanation

Question 80 of 87

1

A self-righting survival craft will return to an upright position provided that all personnel ____________.

Select one of the following:

  • are seated with seatbelts on and doors shut

  • are seated with seatbelts on and doors open

  • are to shift to one side to right it

  • escape from the craft

Explanation

Question 81 of 87

1

The No. 3 lifeboat would be _____________.

Select one of the following:

  • aft of boat No.1 on the starboard side

  • next to boat No. 2 on the starboard side

  • aft of boat No.1 on the port side

  • aft of boat No. 2 on the port side

Explanation

Question 82 of 87

1

The No. 1 lifeboat on a ship would be found ___________.

Select one of the following:

  • on the starboard side

  • on the port side

  • aft of the forward lifeboat on the port side

  • aft of the forward lifeboat on the starboard side

Explanation

Question 83 of 87

1

The No. 2 lifeboat on a vessel would be found ___________.

Select one of the following:

  • on the port side

  • aft of No.1 lifeboat port side

  • aft of No. 1 lifeboat starboard side

  • on the starboard side

Explanation

Question 84 of 87

1

Prior to lowering the lifeboat, the most important item to check is the __________.

Select one of the following:

  • boat plug

  • cars

  • sail

  • life preservers

Explanation

Question 85 of 87

1

After being launched, a totally enclosed survival craft which has been afloat over a long period of time requires ___________.

Select one of the following:

  • regular checks of bilge levels

  • frequent opening of hatches to permit entry of fresh air

  • use of ear plugs to dampen engine noise

  • frequent flushing of the water spray system with freshwater

Explanation

Question 86 of 87

1

Why are lifeboats usually double-ended?

Select one of the following:

  • They are more seaworthy and less likely to be swamped or broach to.

  • They can go forward and backward more easily.

  • They require less space for stowing aboard ship.

  • Appearance and traditional styling.

Explanation

Question 87 of 87

1

For each passenger vessel, the minimum number of immersion suits to be carried for each lifeboat is at least ____________.

Select one of the following:

  • 3

  • 1

  • 2

  • 4

Explanation

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