1. Bollard is a
- A. Air pipe
- B. Steel block
- C. Stanchion
- D. For making fast mooring ropes/wires.
Answer: D — For making fast mooring ropes/wires.
A bollard is a short, sturdy post, typically made of cast iron or steel, fixed on a quay or ship. It serves as a strong point for securing mooring ropes and wires.
2. In Mooring term "Make Fast" means
- A. Do mooring operations faster.
- B. Start heaving the anchor faster
- C. Use the chain stopper
- D. Make fast the hawser on the bitts
Answer: D — Make fast the hawser on the bitts
In mooring terminology, 'make fast' means to secure a mooring line or wire firmly to a bitt or other securing point. It indicates that the line is properly tensioned and fastened.
3. When the tug is pulling the ship, the ship's crew should
- A. Tie a rope stopper to the tugs rope
- B. Keep well clear of the tug’s rope
- C. Keep slacking the rope as the weight comes on it
- D. Stand close to the bollard where the rope is secured
Answer: B — Keep well clear of the tug’s rope
When a tug is pulling a ship, there is significant tension on the lines. Crew members should maintain a safe distance from the towline and any associated equipment to avoid injury from potential snap-backs.
4. In dry dock the anchor cable is
- A. Interchanged in the middle
- B. Changed end to end
- C. Renewed at both ends
- D. Renewed at one end
Answer: B — Changed end to end
In dry dock, it is common practice to turn the anchor cable end-for-end. This procedure allows for even wear distribution and inspection of both ends of the chain, extending its service life.
5. A merchant ship anchors in the anchorage waiting area when her
- A. Hatch cover has to be chipped and painted
- B. Berth is not vacant
- C. Aft draft has to be reduced
- D. Fresh water tank has to be cleaned
Answer: B — Berth is not vacant
A merchant ship anchors in an anchorage area primarily when its assigned berth is occupied by another vessel or unavailable for other reasons. This allows the ship to wait safely until the berth becomes vacant.
6. Cellular container vessel have several lift on lift off hatch cover to
- A. Minimize stress on the trackway
- B. Carry more containers on deck
- C. Prevent water from entering into the cargo hold
- D. Reduce the weight of each hatch cover
Answer: B — Carry more containers on deck
Cellular container vessels have specialized hatch covers that are designed to carry additional containers on top. These 'lift-on, lift-off' covers are structurally designed to support the weight of containers, thus increasing cargo capacity.
7. Sounding pipe cap is opened with a
- A. Box spanner
- B. T' spanner
- C. Ring spanner
- D. Wheel spanner
Answer: B — T' spanner
Sounding pipe caps are typically secured with a T-spanner. This specialized tool allows for a firm grip to open or close the cap, which is often designed to be watertight.
8. Prior to loading cargo the hatch covers should be
- A. Painted
- B. Greased
- C. Visually checked
- D. Hose tested
Answer: D — Hose tested
Before loading cargo, hatch covers must undergo a hose test. This is a crucial watertightness test to ensure that no water will enter the cargo holds during the voyage, protecting the cargo from damage.
9. The union purschase is rigged with a
- A. Mooring wire
- B. Seizing wire
- C. Bowsing wire
- D. Preventer wire
Answer: D — Preventer wire
A preventer wire is used in a union purchase rig to prevent the derrick from swinging sideways, thereby increasing stability and safety during cargo operations. It acts as a secondary support to the primary guys.
10. The strum box is located in the
- A. Mast house
- B. Hold bilges
- C. Galley
- D. Fore peak store
Answer: B — Hold bilges
The strum box is a coarse strainer fitted at the suction side of the bilge pumping system. It prevents large debris from entering the pump and pipelines, thereby protecting the pump from damage and blockages in the hold bilges.
11. The rubber packing in the hatch cover is used to make it
- A. Water tight
- B. Resistant to ships motion
- C. Weather tight
- D. Airtight
Answer: C — Weather tight
The rubber packing in the hatch cover is designed to create a seal that is both watertight and airtight when the covers are closed and secured. This is essential for protecting the cargo from sea spray and weather conditions.
12. Lift on lift off hatches are used on
- A. Cellular container ships
- B. General cargo ships
- C. Gear less bulk carriers
- D. Car carriers
Answer: A — Cellular container ships
Lift-on/lift-off hatches are typically used on cellular container ships because they are designed to be stacked and moved by specialized container cranes. This method facilitates efficient loading and unloading of standardized container units.
13. Sounding of tanks and bilges are taken
- A. Monthly
- B. Daily
- C. Weekly
- D. Fortnightly
Answer: B — Daily
Sounding of tanks and bilges should be taken daily. This regular monitoring is crucial for maintaining situational awareness of the vessel's stability, ballast status, and potential water ingress, which is vital for safe operation.
14. The lower the angle of the boom of the derrick or crane
- A. Lesser will be the hoisting rate
- B. Greater will be the lifting capacity
- C. Lesser will be the lifting capacity
- D. Greater will be the hoisting rate
Answer: C — Lesser will be the lifting capacity
The lower the angle of the boom of a derrick or crane relative to the horizontal, the lesser will be its lifting capacity. This is due to the increased load on the hoisting wires and the reduced mechanical advantage.
15. Hatches are secured by
- A. Eccentric rollers
- B. Wire lashing
- C. Chain lashing
- D. Quick acting cleats
Answer: D — Quick acting cleats
Hatches are secured by quick-acting cleats, which are leverage-based devices that quickly clamp the hatch covers down onto the coaming. This ensures a secure and tight closure against weather and sea.
16. The crane jib is raised and lowered with the
- A. Standing block
- B. Moving block
- C. Topping block
- D. Running block
Answer: C — Topping block
The crane jib is raised and lowered using the topping lift, which is a wire rope system connected to the top of the jib. This allows for precise control over the jib's angle and height during lifting operations.
17. Before going out to sea all hatch covers should be
- A. Battened down
- B. Kept chapterly open
- C. Battened down chapterly
- D. Closed but not battened down
Answer: A — Battened down
Before going to sea, all hatch covers must be securely battened down. This action ensures watertight integrity, protecting the cargo from any potential water ingress during the voyage, which is a critical safety requirement.
18. Can hooks are used for loading
- A. Pipes
- B. Gunny bags
- C. Drums
- D. Machinery cases
Answer: C — Drums
Can hooks are specialized lifting attachments used for handling drums. They provide a secure grip around the circumference of the drum, allowing for safe and efficient hoisting.
19. Preventer guy is used when the derrick is working as a
- A. Union purchase
- B. Jumbo derrick
- C. Swinging derrick
- D. Stulcken derrick
Answer: A — Union purchase
A preventer guy is a critical component used when the derrick is rigged for a union purchase. It provides additional stability and control, preventing excessive swinging of the cargo block and ensuring safe operation.
20. A cruise liner carries
- A. Grain cargo
- B. Stowaways
- C. Passengers
- D. Ro Ro cargo
Answer: C — Passengers
A cruise liner's primary function is to carry passengers for leisure and travel. Unlike cargo vessels, its main payload consists of people enjoying a voyage.
21. Access to cargo holds is through
- A. Fore castle
- B. Booby hatch
- C. Engine room
- D. Accommodation
Answer: B — Booby hatch
Access to cargo holds is typically gained through a 'booby hatch', which is a small hatchway providing entry from the deck into the upper part of the hold. This is a standard access point for personnel and equipment.
22. Details of the SWL of the shackles and blocks used for the derrick are given in the
- A. Ships chaptericulars
- B. Capacity plan
- C. General Arrangement plan
- D. Rigging plan
Answer: D — Rigging plan
The rigging plan details the configuration of cargo gear, including derricks and cranes, and specifies the Safe Working Load (SWL) for all associated components like blocks and shackles. This document is essential for safe lifting operations.
23. Machinery cases loaded in the cargo hold should be lashed with
- A. Twist locks
- B. Wire and turnbuckles
- C. Heaving lines
- D. Nets
Answer: B — Wire and turnbuckles
Machinery cases loaded in cargo holds must be securely lashed using wire ropes and turnbuckles. This method provides the necessary tension and strength to prevent movement during the ship's motion at sea.
24. Side guys are used on
- A. Derricks
- B. Gantry cranes
- C. Chain blocks
- D. Cranes
Answer: A — Derricks
Side guys are primarily used with derricks to control their athwartship movement and provide lateral stability. They are essential for positioning the derrick accurately over the cargo.
25. Bottle screw is used for
- A. Dunnage
- B. Putting screws
- C. Tightening man ropes
- D. Tightening wire ropes
Answer: D — Tightening wire ropes
A bottle screw, also known as a turnbuckle, is used to adjust and tighten wire ropes. By rotating the central body, it shortens the wire rope assembly, providing adjustable tension.
26. Safe working load of cargo gear is the
- A. Minimum weight which can be lifted safely
- B. Minimum stress or weight required to break it
- C. Total weight required to stretch the wire
- D. Maximum weight which can be lifted safely
Answer: D — Maximum weight which can be lifted safely
The Safe Working Load (SWL) of cargo gear is the maximum weight that can be lifted safely under normal operating conditions. Exceeding this limit can lead to failure of the equipment and potential accidents.
27. The crane controls are placed in the
- A. Master’s cabin
- B. Owner’s cabin
- C. Stevedore’s cabin
- D. Driver’s cabin
Answer: D — Driver’s cabin
Crane controls are located in the driver's cabin, often referred to as the operator's cabin or crane house. This provides the crane operator with a clear view of the lifting operation and direct control over the machinery.
