USCG Safety Questions: Master's License
1: Your vessel is on an even keel. The MT1 of your vessel is
1000 ft-tons. How many tons of cargo must be loaded in
number 4 hold which is 100 feet abaft the tipping center, if
she is to have a 2 foot drag?
A: 90 tons
B: 100 tons
C: 130 tons
D: 240 tons
2: An airplane wants a vessel to change course and proceed
towards a vessel in distress. The actions of the aircraft
to convey this message will NOT include _______________.
A: circling the vessel at least once
B: heading in the direction of the distress location
C: flashing the navigation lights on and off
D: crossing ahead and rocking the wings
3: To turn over an inflatable life raft that is upside down,
you should pull on the _____________.
A: canopy
B: manropes
C: sea painter
D: righting strap
4: A green signal, floating in the air from a parachute, about
300 feet above the water, indicates that a submarine _____.
A: has fired a torpedo during a drill
B: will be coming to the surface
C: is on the bottom in distress
D: is in distress and will try to surface
5: Pollution of the waterways may result from the discharge of
_________.
A: sewage
B: the galley trash can
C: an oily mixture of one part per million
D: All of the above
6: Records of tests and inspections of a cargo vessel's fire
extinguishing systems shall be kept on board __________.
A: for 1 year
B: for 2 years
C: until the next Coast Guard inspection
D: until the vessel's Certificate of Inspection expires
7: You have been carrying a liquid with flammable limits of 1%
to 7% mixture with air. If your instructions say that no
one shall enter the tank if the vapor concentration
is over 15% of the LEL, what is the maximum allowable
percentage of vapors for men to enter?
A: .15%
B: .85%
C: 1.05%
D: 7.00%
8: You are alone and administering CPR to an adult victim. How
many chest compressions and how many inflations should you
administer in each sequence?
A: 5 compressions then 1 inflation
B: 15 compressions then 2 inflations
C: 20 compressions then 3 inflations
D: 30 compressions then 4 inflations
9: The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at
Sea contain the requirements for ________________________.
A: signals that must be sounded when being towed in restricted
visibility
B: minimum hawser lengths when being towed
C: lights that must be displayed on anchor buoys
D: mooring procedures for support vessels when transferring
cargo
10: What is the definition of transverse metacenter?
A: The distance between the actual center of gravity and the
maximum center of gravity that will still allow a positive
stability.
B: The point to which G may rise and still permit the vessel to
possess positive stability.
C: The sum of the center of buoyancy and the center of gravity.
D: The transverse shift of the center of buoyancy as a vessel
rolls.
11: A patient in shock should NOT be placed in which position?
A: On their side if unconscious
B: Head down and feet up, no injuries to face or head
C: Flat on their back with head and feet at the same level
D: Arms above their head
12: The purpose of inert gas systems aboard tank vessels is to
_____.
A: allow sufficient oxygen in the tank to sustain life
B: prevent outside air from entering the tank
C: provide more discharge pressure
D: comply with pollution regulations
13: If your life raft is to leeward of a fire on the water, you
should FIRST _________________.
A: cut the line to the sea anchor
B: paddle away from the fire
C: splash water over the liferaft to cool it
D: get out of the raft and swim to safety
14: A yellow signal floating in the air from a small parachute,
about 300 feet above the water, would indicate that a
submarine ___________.
A: has fired a torpedo during a drill
B: is about to rise to periscope depth
C: is on the bottom in distress
D: is disabled and unable to surface
15: In reference to accidental oil pollution, the most critical
time during bunkering is when _______________.
A: you first start to receive fuel
B: hoses are being blown down
C: final topping off is occurring
D: hoses are being disconnected
17: The atmosphere in a tank is too rich when it is _____.
A: incapable of supporting combustion because the hydrocarbon
vapor content makes the atmosphere below the LFL (Lower
Flammable Level)
B: capable of supporting combustion
C: in a noncombustible state which can be relied on to occur
naturally on a regular basis
D: incapable of supporting combustion because the hydrocarbon
vapor content makes the atmosphere above the UFL (Upper
Flammable Limit)
18: When administering mouth to mouth resuscitation to an adult,
you should breathe at the rate of how many breaths per
minute?
19: The operator of the ship's radiotelephone, if the
radiotelephone is carried voluntarily, must hold at least a
____________________.
A: mate's license
B: restricted radiotelephone operator permit
C: second-class radio operator's license
D: seaman's document
20: If the vertical center of gravity (VCG) of a ship rises 1.7
feet, the righting arm (GZ) for the various angles of
inclination will _____________________.
A: decrease
B: increase
C: remain unchanged
D: be changed by the amount of GG' x cosine of the angle
21: Coast Guard regulations require that all of the following
emergencies be covered at the periodic drills on a fishing
vessel EXCEPT ________.
A: minimizing the affects of unintentional flooding
B: fire on board
C: rescuing an individual from the water
D: emergency towing
22: An inert gas system installed on a tanker is designed to
_________.
A: aid in the stripping and cleaning of cargo tanks
B: increase the rate of discharge of cargo
C: force toxic and explosive fumes from a cargo tank to vent to
the outside atmosphere
D: lower the oxygen levels inside cargo tanks, making explosion
nearly impossible
23: Your ship is sinking rapidly. A container containing an
inflatable liferaft has bobbed to the surface upon
functioning of the hydrostatic release. Which action should
you take?
A: Cut the painter line so it will not pull the liferaft
container down.
B: Swim away from the container so you will not be in danger as
it goes down.
C: Take no action because the painter will cause the liferaft
to inflate and open the container.
D: Manually open the container and inflate the liferaft with
the hand pump.
24: Which single-letter sound signal may be made only in
compliance with the International Rules of the Road?
25: You are on a 30,000 DWT tankship engaged in trade to another
country signatory to MARPOL 73/78. Which statement is TRUE?
A: The Certificate of Inspection is prima facie evidence of
compliance with MARPOL 73/78.
B: The IOPP Certificate is valid for 4 years.
C: An IOPP Certificate is invalid if the ship carries cargoes
outside the classes authorized thereon.
D: AN IOPP Certificate is renewed at each inspection for
certification.
26: The galley on your cargo vessel has an area of 2,500 square
feet. What would fulfill the requirements for fire
protection?
A: One B-I extinguisher
B: One B-II extinguisher
C: One B-II and one C-II extinguisher
D: One B-V extinguisher
27: The atmosphere in a tank is too lean if it is _____.
A: incapable of supporting combustion because the hydrocarbon
content is below the LFL (Lower Flammable Limit)
B: capable of supporting combustion because the hydrocarbon
content is above the UFL (Upper Flammable Limit)
C: capable of supporting a fire once started
D: not safe for ballasting
28: The rescuer can best provide an airtight seal during
mouth-to-mouth resuscitation by pinching the victim's
nostrils and _____________.
A: cupping a hand around the patient's mouth
B: keeping the head elevated
C: applying his mouth tightly over the victim's mouth
D: holding the jaw down firmly
29: In order to discharge a CO2 portable fire extinguisher, the
operator must FIRST __________.
A: invert the CO2 extinguisher
B: squeeze the two trigger handles together
C: remove the locking pin
D: open the discharge valve
30: Transverse stability calculations require the use of _____.
A: hog or sag calculations or tables
B: hydrostatic curves
C: general arrangement plans
D: cross-sectional views of the vessel
31: All of the following are part of the fire triangle EXCEPT
_________.
A: electricity
B: fuel
C: oxygen
D: heat
32: Every U.S. crude oil tankship with a keel laying date on or
after 1/1/75, shall be equipped with an inert gas system if
the tonnage is more than _______________.
A: 100,000 DWT (long tons)
B: 100,000 DWT (metric tons)
C: 50,000 DWT (long tons)
D: 50,000 DWT (metric tons)
33: Inflatable liferafts are less maneuverable than lifeboats
due to their ________.
A: shape
B: shallow draft
C: large sail area
D: All of the above
34: Which single-letter sound signal may only be made in
compliance with the Rules of the Road?
A: D
B: E
C: S
D: All of the above
35: Which statement is TRUE of a gasoline spill?
A: It is visible for a shorter time than a fuel oil spill.
B: It is not covered by the pollution laws.
C: It does little harm to marine life.
D: It will sink more rapidly than crude oil.
36: The number and type of hand portable fire extinguishers
required outside and in the vicinity of the paint locker
exit is ________.
A: one A-I
B: two A-IIs
C: one B-II
D: one C-II
37: What is the generally accepted method of determining whether
the atmosphere within a cargo tank is explosive, too rich,
or too lean to support combustion?
A: Use the open flame test on a small sample that has been
taken from the tank.
B: Send a gas sample ashore for laboratory analysis.
C: Enter the tank with a teledyne oxygen analyzer.
D: Use an MSA, Davis, or equivalent explosimeter.
38: When applying chest compressions on an adult victim during
CPR, the sternum should be depressed about _____________.
A: 1/2 inch or less
B: 1/2 to 1 inch
C: 1 to 1-1/2 inches
D: 1-1/2 to 2 inches
39: A flame screen __________.
A: permits the passage of vapor but not of flame
B: prevents the passage of flammable vapors
C: prevents inert gas from leaving a tank
D: permits vapors to exit but not enter a tank
40: Regardless of local requirements/regulations, when in a
U.S. port, all oil spills must be reported to ___________.
A: Environmental Protection Agency
B: Minerals Management Service
C: National Response Center (USCG)
D: All of the Above
41: Before using a fixed CO2 system to fight an engine room
fire, you must __________.
A: secure the engine room ventilation
B: secure the machinery in the engine room
C: evacuate all engine room personnel
D: All of the above
42: Using an inert gas system on a tank vessel has which
advantage(s)?
A: Provides for faster loading
B: Lowers oxygen content in the tank
C: Provides better fuel economy
D: All of the above
43: If an inflatable life raft is overturned, it may be righted
by ________.
A: filling the stabilizers on one side with water
B: releasing the CO2 cylinder
C: pushing up from under one end
D: standing on the inflating cylinder and pulling on the straps
on the underside of the raft
44: The spread of fire is prevented by _____________.
A: heating surfaces adjacent to the fire
B: removing combustibles from the endangered area
C: increasing the oxygen supply
D: All of the above
45: Which statement is TRUE concerning small oil spills?
A: They usually disappear quickly.
B: They usually stay in a small area.
C: They may cause serious pollution as the effect tends to be
cumulative.
D: A small spill is not dangerous to sea life in the area.
46: 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 ______.
A: B-I
B: B-II
C: C-I
D: C-II
47: What is used to test a tank for oxygen content?
A: Combustible gas indicator
B: Vapor indicator
C: Atmosphere analyzer kit
D: None of the above
48: You are administering chest compressions during CPR. Where
on the victim's body should the pressure be applied?
A: Lower half of the sternum
B: Tip of the sternum
C: Top half of the sternum
D: Left chest over the heart
49: You are fighting a fire in the electrical switchboard in the
engine room. You should secure the power, then __________.
A: use a portable foam extinguisher
B: use a low-velocity fog adapter with the fire hose
C: use a portable CO2 extinguisher
D: determine the cause of the fire
50: What is not usually a concern when loading a single-hulled
tanker?
A: Bending moments
B: Initial stability
C: Draft
D: Trim
51: On cargo and miscellaneous vessels what is NOT a required
part of the fireman's outfit?
A: Self-contained breathing apparatus with a lifeline attached
B: Combustible gas indicator
C: Rigid helmet, boots, and gloves
D: Flame safety lamp
52: Which statement is TRUE concerning inert gas systems on tank
vessels?
A: Flue gases from the ship's boilers are used in some systems.
B: The gas is helium.
C: Using the system accelerates the rusting of the tanks.
D: All of the above
53: If an inflatable liferaft inflates upside down, you can
right it by _________________.
A: pushing up on one side
B: standing on the CO2 bottle, holding the bottom straps, and
throwing your weight backwards
C: getting at least three or four men to push down on the side
containing the CO2 cylinder
D: doing nothing; it will right itself after the canopy
supports inflate
54: On surface type offshore drilling units, each lifeboat and
life raft must be capable of being launched to the water at
the minimum operating draft when the unit has an adverse
trim up to ___________.
A: 20²
B: 15²
C: 10²
D: 5²
55: Most minor spills of oil products are caused by __________.
A: equipment failure
B: human error
C: major casualties
D: unforeseeable circumstances
56: The required number and type of hand portable fire
extinguishers for staterooms on cargo vessels is _________.
A: one A-I
B: one B-I
C: one C-I
D: none required
57: The minimum concentration of a vapor in air which can form
an explosive mixture is called the ______________.
A: auto-ignition point
B: flash point
C: lower explosive limit (LEL)
D: threshold limit value (TLV)
58: Changing rescuers while carrying out artificial respiration
should be done _______________.
A: without losing the rhythm of respiration
B: only with the help of two other people
C: by not stopping the respiration for more than 5 minutes
D: at ten-minute intervals
59: Where on your vessel shall the recharge for each
self-contained breathing apparatus be carried?
A: Emergency gear locker
B: Bridge or pilothouse area
C: Where they can be readily found
D: The same location as the equipment it reactivates
60: Your vessel rolls slowly and sluggishly. This indicates
that the vessel _____.
A: has offcenter weights
B: is taking on water
C: has a greater draft forward than aft
D: has poor stability
61: You are towing a 1000 gross ton gasoline tank barge. The
barge is NOT gas free. Regulations say that the cargo tank
hatches, ullage holes, and Butterworth plates on the barge
may remain open without flame screens _______________.
A: without restriction
B: only while in areas of good weather
C: when under the supervision of a senior crew member on duty
D: only when the barge is empty
62: The deck water seal of the inert gas system ______________.
A: cools the inert gas and prevents soot from entering the
cargo tanks
B: acts as an emergency shutdown when inlet pressures exceed
the safe working pressure
C: prevents the backflow of hydrocarbon gasses into
nonhazardous areas
D: relieves sudden large overpressures in the system
63: You have abandoned ship and are in an inflatable raft that
has just inflated. You hear a continuous hissing coming
from a fitting in a buoyancy tube. What is the cause of
this?
A: The saltwater is activating the batteries of the marker
lights on the canopy.
B: The inflation pump is in automatic operation to keep the
tubes fully inflated.
C: A deflation plug is partially open allowing the escape of
CO2.
D: Excess inflation pressure is bleeding off and should soon
stop.
64: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 338 tons
B: 309 tons
C: 281 tons
D: 263 tons
65: The most serious effect of trapped air in a diesel engine
jacket water cooling system is that it ________________.
A: accelerates errosion
B: reduces the effectiveness of chromate additives
C: can form pockets of high chemical concentrates
D: accelerates formation of sludge deposits
66: The galley on your cargo vessel has an area of 2,900 square
feet. What will fulfill the requirements for fire
protection?
A: One B-I extinguisher
B: One B-II extinguisher
C: One B-II and one C-II extinguisher
D: One B-V extinguisher
67: The explosive range of petroleum vapors mixed with air is
________.
A: 0% to 1%
B: 1% to 10%
C: 10% to 15%
D: 12% to 20%
68: The MOST important element in administering CPR is ________.
A: having the proper equipment for the process
B: starting the treatment quickly
C: administering of oxygen
D: treating for traumatic shock
69: Fire hose couplings _________________.
A: are made of bronze, brass, or soft alloy metals
B: should be painted red in order to identify hose lengths
C: are specially hardened to prevent crushing
D: should be greased frequently
70: What represents the center of gravity?
71: Each hand portable fire extinguisher must be marked with
_____________.
A: the name of the vessel on which it is located
B: the date that it was installed
C: the names of the individuals qualified to use it
D: an identification number
72: To disengage a survival craft suspended from the cable above
the water, you must pull the safety pin and __________.
A: pull the hook release handle
B: pull the hook release handle and use the ratchet bar
C: use the ratchet bar and depress the retainer
D: pull the hook release handle and depress the retainer
73: A life raft which has inflated bottom-up on the water
___________.
A: should be righted by standing on the carbon dioxide
cylinder, holding the righting straps, and leaning backwards
B: should be righted by standing on the life line, holding the
righting straps, and leaning backwards
C: will right itself when the canopy tubes inflate
D: must be cleared of the buoyant equipment before it will
right itself
74: Outlets in gasoline fuel lines are ______________.
A: prohibited
B: permitted for draining fuel from lines
C: permitted for drawing fuel samples
D: permitted for bleeding air from lines
75: If you must abandon a rig in VERY HEAVY SEAS, in a survival
craft, when should you remove the safety pin and pull the
hook release?
A: Immediately upon launching
B: One to three feet before first wave contact
C: Upon first wave contact
D: Only when waterborne
76: The required number and type of hand portable fire
extinguishers required for a galley having an area of 3,500
square feet is ____________.
A: one B-II
B: one C-II
C: two B-II's or C-II's
D: two A-II's or B-II's
77: Normally, the percentage of oxygen in air is ______________.
A: 16%
B: 18%
C: 21%
D: 25%
78: Before CPR is started, you should _____________.
A: establish an open airway
B: treat any bleeding wounds
C: insure the victim is conscious
D: make the victim comfortable
79: A squeeze-grip type carbon dioxide portable fire
extinguisher has been partially discharged. It should be
_________.
A: labeled empty and recharged as soon as possible
B: replaced in its proper location if weight loss is no more
than 25%
C: replaced in its proper location regardless of weight
D: replaced in its proper location if weight loss is no more
than 15%
80: What represents the metacentric height?
81: Which extinguishing agent is most likely to allow reflash as
a result of not cooling the fuel below its ignition
temperature?
A: CO2
B: Water stream
C: Water spray
D: Foam
82: You are fighting a class "B" fire with a portable
dry chemical extinguisher. The discharge should be directed
__________.
A: to bank off a bulkhead onto the fire
B: at the seat of the fire, starting at the near edge
C: over the top of the fire
D: at the main body of the fire
83: If more than one raft is manned after the vessel has sunk,
you should ________.
A: go in a different direction in search of land
B: spread out to increase the possibility of a search aircraft
finding you
C: reduce the number of rafts by getting as many people as
possible into as few rafts as possible
D: tie the rafts together and try to stay in a single group
84: After using a C02 portable extinguisher, it should be _____.
A: put back in service if some C02 remains
B: hydrostatically tested
C: retagged
D: recharged
85: To prevent the spread of fire by convection you should ____.
A: shut off all electrical power
B: remove combustibles from direct exposure
C: cool the bulkhead around the fire
D: close all openings to the area
86: On an inspection of your tankship you notice that there are
no portable fire extinguishers in the pumproom. To comply
with regulations, you _____________________.
A: need not be concerned since no portable extinguishers are
required in the pumproom
B: should arrange to have a B-II extinguisher placed in the
vicinity of the exit
C: should arrange to have a B-II extinguisher placed in the
lower pumproom
D: may substitute sand for the required extinguishers
87: Which type of portable lighting may be used to enter a
compartment on a tank barge which is NOT gas-free?
A: A three-cell flashlight
B: An explosion-proof, self-contained, battery-fed lamp
C: A spark resistant and flame retardant lamp
D: None of the above
88: You are attempting to administer CPR to a victim. When you
blow into his mouth it is apparent that no air is getting
into the lungs. What should you do?
A: Blow harder to force the air past the tongue.
B: Raise the victim's head higher than his feet.
C: Press on the victim's lungs so that air pressure will blow
out any obstruction.
D: Re-tip the head and try again.
89: To determine what navigation lights and dayshapes must be
displayed on mobile offshore drilling units under tow,
you should check the _____.
A: American Bureau of Shipping classification rules
B: International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
C: Safety of Life at Sea Convention
D: Minerals Management Service rules
90: Refer to illustration D001SA. Which represents the righting
arm?
A: GM
B: GZ
C: BM
D: Angle MGZ
91: Except in rare cases, it is impossible to extinguish a
shipboard fire by ____________.
A: removing the fuel
B: interrupting the chain reaction
C: removing the oxygen
D: removing the heat
92: The liquid mud tanks on your vessel measure 24'L by 16'B by
8'D. The vessel's displacement in fresh water is 864 tons
and the specific gravity of the mud is 1.47. What is the
reduction in GM due to 2 of these tanks being slack?
A: .32 foot
B: .80 foot
C: .96 foot
D: 1.12 feet
93: If, for any reason, it is necessary to abandon ship while
far out at sea, it is important that the crew members should
________.
A: separate from each other as this will increase the chances
of being rescued
B: get away from the area because sharks will be attracted to
the vessel
C: immediately head for the nearest land
D: remain together in the area because rescuers will start
searching at the vessel's last known position
94: If you desired to communicate with another station that your
navigation lights were not functioning, you would send
_______________.
A: PB
B: PD1
C: MJ
D: LN1
95: A spark arrestor _____.
A: keeps sparks from falling into an open tank
B: secures covers on ullage openings
C: prevents sparks from getting out of an engine's exhaust
system
D: grounds static electricity
96: A B-III foam extinguisher contains ___________________.
A: 2-1/2 gallons of foam
B: 8 gallons of foam
C: 10 gallons of foam
D: 12 gallons of foam
97: The only portable electrical equipment permitted in a
compartment which is not gas free is a lamp that is
___________________.
A: battery fed
B: self-contained
C: approved explosion proof
D: All of the above
98: Two people are administering CPR to a victim. How many
times per minute should the chest be compressed?
99: Annex V to MARPOL 73/78 contains requirements pertaining to
the discharge into the marine environment of ______________.
A: oil
B: garbage
C: noxious liquid substances
D: None of the above
100: When a vessel has positive stability, the distance between
the line of force through B and the line of force through G
is called the _____.
A: metacentric height
B: righting arm
C: righting moment
D: metacentric radius
101: On a vessel of 10,000 tons displacement, compute the
reduction in metacentric height due to free surface in a
hold having free water on the tank top. The hold is 40 feet
long and 50 feet wide. The reduction in metacentric height
is ___________________.
A: 1.1 feet
B: 1.2 feet
C: 1.3 feet
D: 1.5 feet
102: You are underway when a fire breaks out in the forward part
of your vessel. If possible, you should __________________.
A: put the vessel's stern into the wind
B: abandon ship to windward
C: call for assistance
D: keep going at half speed
103: You have just abandoned ship and boarded a raft. After the
raft is completely inflated you hear a whistling noise
coming from a safety valve. You should _____.
A: not become alarmed unless it continues for a long period of
time
B: plug the safety valve
C: unscrew the deflation plugs
D: remove the safety valve and replace it with a soft patch
104: In the International Code of Signals, the code signal
meaning "I require immediate assistance" is _________.
105: The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at
Sea contain the requirements for ____________________.
A: lights that must be displayed on anchor buoys
B: the display of load line markings
C: minimum horsepower for tugs involved in rig moves
D: lighting of mobile offshore drilling units being towed
106: A B-II fire extinguisher has a minimum capacity of ________.
A: 3 gallons of foam
B: 20 pounds of CO2
C: 10 pounds of dry chemical
D: All of the above
107: What best describes for how long a gas-free test is good?
A: For as long as is indicated on the gas-free certificate
B: For the instant that it is made
C: Until valves in line with the tank or compartment are
reopened
D: Until changes in temperature or pressure affect the vapor
content in the space
108: Antiseptics are used principally to ___________.
A: speed healing
B: prevent infection
C: reduce inflammation
D: increase blood circulation
109: Your vessel has a displacement of 10,000 tons. It is 350
feet long and has a beam of 55 feet. You have timed it's
full rolling period to be 15.0 seconds. What is your
vessel's approximate GM?
A: 1.18 feet
B: 1.83 feet
C: 2.60 feet
D: 3.36 feet
110: A vertical shift of weight to a position above the vessel's
center of gravity will ___________________.
A: increase reserve buoyancy
B: decrease the righting moments
C: decrease KG
D: increase KM
111: In the event of a fire, the doors to a stairtower must be
closed to prevent the spread of fire by ___________.
A: convection
B: conduction
C: radiation
D: ventilation
112: Your small vessel is broken down and rolling in heavy seas.
You can reduce the possibility of capsizing by ____________.
A: rigging a sea anchor
B: constantly shifting the rudder
C: moving all personnel forward and low
D: moving all personnel aft
113: You hear air escaping from the liferaft just after it has
inflated. You should _____.
A: quickly hunt for the hole before the raft deflates
B: check the sea anchor line attachment for a tear if the seas
are rough
C: check the painter line attachment for a tear caused by the
initial opening
D: not panic since the safety valves allow excess pressure to
escape
114: If you are in urgent need of a helicopter, which signal code
should you send?
116: What is classified as a B-II fire extinguisher?
A: A 2-1/2 gallon soda acid and water
B: A 1-1/4 gallon foam
C: A 2-1/2 gallon foam
D: A 20 pound dry chemical
117: Combustible gas indicators operate by drawing an air sample
into the instrument ______________________________.
A: over an electrically heated platinum filament
B: where it is mixed with nitrogen
C: where it is ignited by a sparking device
D: where its specific gravity is measured
118: A tourniquet should be used to control bleeding ONLY _____.
A: with puncture wounds
B: when all other means have failed
C: when the victim is unconscious
D: to prevent bleeding from minor wounds
119: What would be considered a vessel under the International
Rules of the Road?
A: A jack-up rig under tow
B: A semisubmersible drilling rig under tow
C: A semisubmersible drilling rig drifting after breaking
a tow line
D: All of the above
120: The point to which your vessel's center of gravity (G) may
rise and still permit the vessel to have positive stability
is called the ___________.
A: metacentric point
B: metacenter
C: metacentric radius
D: tipping center
121: Your vessel has a displacement of 24,500 tons. It is 529
feet long and has a beam of 71 feet. You have timed your
full charge rolling period to be 25.0 seconds. What is your
vessel's approximate GM?
A: 1.25 feet
B: 1.56 feet
C: 1.98 feet
D: 2.43 feet
122: A negative metacentric height _____________.
A: will always cause a vessel to capsize
B: should always be immediately corrected
C: always results from off-center weights
D: All of the above are correct
123: If you are forced to abandon ship in a lifeboat, you should
________.
A: remain in the immediate vicinity
B: head for the nearest land
C: head for the closest sea-lanes
D: vote on what to do, so all hands will have a part in the
decision
124: You wish to communicate information that the swell in
your area is 8-10 feet in height and from the northeast.
This swell, as defined in the code, would be described as
____________.
A: rough
B: moderate
C: high
D: confused
125: Addition of weight to a vessel will ALWAYS _____.
A: reduce reserve buoyancy
B: increase righting moments
C: increase GM
D: All of the above
126: Which portable fire extinguisher is classified as a type
B-III extinguisher?
A: 12 gallon soda acid
B: 20 gallon foam
C: 30 pound carbon dioxide
D: 20 pound dry chemical
127: Before welding in a tank that has carried petroleum
products, the tank must be certified by ___________________.
A: the Coast Guard
B: the American Bureau of Shipping
C: the shipyard fire department
D: a certified marine chemist
128: A seaman has a small, gaping laceration of the arm that
is not bleeding excessively. What can be done as an
alternative to suturing to close the wound?
A: Wrap a tight bandage around the wound.
B: Apply a compression bandage.
C: Use temporary stitches of sail twine.
D: Apply butterfly strips, then a sterile dressing.
129: A life float on a fishing vessel must be equipped with
____________.
A: a righting line
B: red hand flares
C: pendants
D: drinking water
130: When making a turn (course change) on most merchant ships,
the vessel will heel outwards if __________________________.
A: the vessel has very little draft
B: G is above the center of lateral resistance
C: G is below the center of lateral resistance
D: the vessel is deeply laden
131: A vessel is floating at a mean draft of 16 feet. At this
draft, the displacement is 8,000 tons. The length of the
vessel is 475 ft., beam is 55 ft., TPI is 45. Calculate KM.
(See P-value, K-value table in the blue pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 18.8 feet
B: 20.9 feet
C: 22.7 feet
D: 32.0 feet
132: The most serious effect of air trapped in a diesel engine
jacket water cooling system is that it ______________.
A: causes colloid suspension in the cooling water
B: reduces the capability of the lubrication system
C: can form pockets which block the flow of coolant through
the system
D: leads to the scuffing of cylinder walls
133: You have abandoned ship and are in charge of a life raft.
How much water per day should you permit each occupant
to drink after the first 24 hours?
A: 1 can
B: 1 pint
C: 1 quart
D: 1 gallon
134: What is the International Code signal for a decimal point
between figures using flashing light?
A: AAA
B: TTTT
C: EEEEE
D: AS
135: Which statement concerning an accidental oil spill in the
navigable waters of the U.S. is FALSE?
A: The person in charge must report the spill to the Coast
Guard.
B: Failure to report the spill may result in a fine.
C: The company can be fined for the spill.
D: The Corps of Engineers is responsible for the clean up of
the spill.
136: Which item is NOT required to be marked with the vessel's
name?
A: Hand-portable fire extinguisher
B: Life preserver
C: Fire hose
D: Lifeboat oar
137: The officer responsible for the sanitary condition of the
engineering department is the ____________________.
A: Master
B: Chief Mate
C: Chief Engineer
D: First Assistant
138: A person reports to you with a fishhook in his thumb.
To remove it you should _____.
A: pull it out with pliers
B: cut the skin from around the hook
C: push the barb through, cut it off, then remove the hook
D: have a surgeon remove it
139: When fighting a fire in an enclosed space, the hose team
should crouch as low as possible to __________.
A: protect themselves from smoke
B: obtain the best available air
C: allow the heat and steam to pass overhead
D: All of the above
140: Which statement is TRUE of a stiff vessel?
A: She will have a large metacentric height.
B: Her period of roll will be large due to her large
metacentric height.
C: She will have an unusually high center of gravity.
D: She will pitch heavily.
141: Which emergency is required to be covered at the required
periodic drills on a fishing vessel?
A: Recovering an individual from the water
B: Steering casualty
C: Emergency towing
D: Loss of propulsion power
142: You are in the Baltic Sea which is a special area listed in
ANNEX V of MARPOL. How many miles from land must you be to
discharge ground rags, glass, and bottles into the sea?
A: 3
B: 12
C: 25
D: Must be retained aboard
143: You have abandoned ship in tropical waters. Which
procedure(s) should be used during a prolonged period in a
raft?
A: Wet clothes during the day to decrease perspiration.
B: Get plenty of rest.
C: Keep the entrance curtains open.
D: All of the above
144: The unit of duration of a dash in Morse Code is _____.
A: one and one-half times the length of a dot
B: twice the length of a dot
C: three times the length of a dot
D: four times the length of a dot
145: Which statement concerning an accidental oil spill in the
navigable waters of the U.S. is TRUE?
A: The Corps of Engineers is responsible for the clean up of
the spill.
B: The Department of Interior is responsible for the clean up
of the spill.
C: A warning broadcast must be made by radiotelephone.
D: The person in charge must report the spill to the Coast
Guard.
146: A shipmate suffers a heart attack and stops breathing.
You must _____.
A: administer oxygen
B: immediately check his pulse and start CPR
C: make the victim comfortable in a bunk
D: immediately give a stimulant, by force if necesssary
147: Your vessel is on a voyage of three months duration. The
number of sanitary inspections required is _______.
A: one
B: three
C: six
D: twelve
148: First aid treatment for small cuts and open wounds is to
_____.
A: lay the patient down and cover the wound when the bleeding
stops
B: stop the bleeding, clean, medicate, and cover the wound
C: apply an ice pack to the wound and cover it when the
bleeding stops
D: apply a hot towel to purge the wound, then medicate and
cover it
149: A signal indicating zone time is preceded with the letter
________.
150: A vessel would be referred to as "tender" when the weight of
the cargo is _________________________.
A: evenly distributed vertically and the double bottoms are
full
B: concentrated low and the double bottoms are empty
C: concentrated low and the double bottoms are full
D: concentrated high and the double bottoms are empty
151: You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. On
board is the cargo listed. What is the height above the
main deck of the center of gravity of the cargo?
A: 1.50 feet
B: 1.96 feet
C: 2.21 feet
D: 2.78 feet
152: What is the function of the bypass valve on the
self-contained breathing apparatus?
A: The valve opens in excessive heat to release the oxygen in
the bottle and prevent the bottle from exploding.
B: In the event of a malfunction in the equipment, the valve
can be operated manually to give the wearer air.
C: When pressure in the apparatus exceeds 7 psi above
atmospheric pressure, the valve opens to release pressure.
D: The valve reduces the high pressure in the bottle to about 3
psi above atmospheric pressure.
153: If you reach shore in a life raft, the first thing to do is
_________.
A: drag the raft ashore and lash it down for a shelter
B: find some wood for a fire
C: get the provisions out of the raft
D: set the raft back out to sea so someone may spot it
154: The standard rate of signalling by flashing light is ______.
A: twenty letters per minute
B: thirty letters per minute
C: forty letters per minute
D: fifty letters per minute
155: When oil is accidentally discharged into the water, what
should you do after reporting the discharge?
A: Contain the oil and remove as much of it as possible from
the water.
B: Throw chemical agents on the water to disperse the oil.
C: Throw sand on the water to sink the oil.
D: Obtain your permit from the Corps of Engineers
156: The Coast Guard determines how many passengers are permitted
on a "T-Boat" by applying the __________.
A: "Length of Rail" criteria, allowing 30 inches of rail space
along the vessel's sides and transom for each passenger
B: "Deck Area" criteria that permits one passenger for every
10 square feet of deck space available for passenger use
C: "Fixed Seating" criteria that allocates 18 inches of space
for each passenger to rest his/her buttocks upon
D: Any or a combination of the above criteria
157: On a tankship, sanitary inspections of the crew's quarters
are the responsibility of the _______________________.
A: Master and Second Mate
B: Master and Chief Engineer
C: Master and union delegate
D: Master and Chief Mate
158: A person has suffered a laceration of the arm. Severe
bleeding has been controlled by using a sterile dressing and
direct pressure. What should you do next?
A: Apply a tourniquet to prevent the bleeding from restarting.
B: Apply a pressure bandage over the dressing.
C: Remove any small foreign matter and apply antiseptic.
D: Administer fluids to assist the body in replacing the lost
blood.
159: The class A EPIRB transmits a signal ____________.
A: that follows the curvature of the earth
B: that can be picked up by SARSAT satellite
C: that activates an alarm on board nearby aircraft
D: to alert shore stations and then transmits a homing signal
160: A vessel is tender if cargo weight is ___________.
A: concentrated high and the double bottoms empty
B: concentrated low and the double bottoms empty
C: evenly distributed vertically with the double bottoms full
D: concentrated and with the double bottoms full
161: You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. On
board is the cargo listed. What is the height above the
main deck of the center of gravity of the cargo?
A: 2.15 feet
B: 1.83 feet
C: 1.64 feet
D: 1.19 feet
162: The function of the bypass valve on the self-contained
breathing apparatus is to ____________.
A: control the pressure of the oxygen as it enters the body
B: allow the wearer to manually give himself oxygen
C: release excess heat which would otherwise cause the bottle
to explode
D: allow exhaled gases to pass outside the bottle
163: You are at sea in an inflatable liferaft. In high
latitutes, the greatest danger is _____.
A: asphyxiation due to keeping the canopy closed
B: hypothermia caused by cold temperature
C: collapse of the raft due to cold temperatures
D: starvation
164: You have called another vessel by flashing light and he has
answered your call properly. You now send your call sign
"DE KLIS". He should respond with _____.
A: TTTT
B: his own call letters
C: DE KLIS
D: R
165: Which statement is FALSE regarding Halon as a fire
extinguishing agent?
A: It is more effective than CO2.
B: It leaves no residue.
C: It is noncorrosive.
D: It is always non-toxic.
166: On cargo vessels, which fire extinguisher is considered
semi-portable?
A: A-II
B: C-II
C: B-III
D: All of the above
167: One method of controlling rats on vessels is by
rat-proofing. Rat-proofing is accomplished by _____________.
A: installing rat guards on the mooring lines when in port
B: keeping foods protected and avoiding the accumulation of
garbage
C: eliminating possible living spaces for rats when the ship is
constructed
D: trapping and/or poisoning the rats
168: In all but the most severe cases, bleeding from a wound
should be controlled by ___________.
A: applying direct pressure to the wound
B: submerging the wound in lukewarm water
C: cooling the wound with ice
D: applying a tourniquet
169: The signal T 0735 means _____.
A: The Greenwich mean time is 0735
B: The zone time is 0735
C: The latitude is 7ø 35'
D: The longitude is 7ø 35'
170: In order to minimize the effects of a tender vessel, when
carrying a cargo of lumber, you should ____________________.
A: maximize your deck load
B: distribute lumber so that those stowing most compactly per
unit of weight are in the upper holds
C: place the heaviest woods in the lower holds
D: keep the vessel's frame spaces free from lumber
171: You are underway when a fire breaks out in the forward part
of your vessel. If possible you should ____________________.
A: call for assistance
B: abandon ship to windward
C: put the vessel's stern into the wind
D: keep going at half speed
172: As Master of an inspected small passenger vessel, you have a
question regarding a proposed modification to a watertight
bulkhead. In which subchapter of title 46 of the Code of
Federal Regulations would you find the answer?
A: Subchapter B
B: Subchapter S
C: Subchapter T
D: Subchapter F
173: While adrift in an inflatable life raft in hot, tropical
weather _____.
A: the canopy should be deflated so that it will not block
cooling breezes
B: the pressure valve may be periodically opened to prevent
excessive air pressure
C: deflating the floor panels may help to cool personnel
D: the entrance curtains should never be opened
174: If you sent out a signal on 12 March 1980, the date would be
indicated by ____________.
A: D120380
B: D801203
C: D031280
D: D800312
175: According to 46 CFR Subchapter T, a stability test may be
dispensed with if the __________.
A: Coast Guard has the approved stability test results of a
sister vessel
B: projected cost is unreasonable
C: Coast Guard does not have a qualified inspector available
D: vessel is of a proven design
176: On tank vessels, fully charged fire extinguishers are
considered semi-portable when they have a gross weight of
more than _______________.
A: 55 pounds
B: 75 pounds
C: 95 pounds
D: 125 pounds
177: Before taking drinking water on board in the U.S. or its
possessions, the responsible person from the vessel should
determine that the source _____________.
A: is used by a city
B: has been treated with chlorine
C: is approved by the Public Health Service
D: is not from surface water
178: Bleeding from a vein may be ordinarily controlled by ______.
A: applying direct pressure to the wound
B: heavy application of a disinfectant
C: pouring ice water directly onto the wound
D: pinching the wound closed
179: A vessel is floating at a mean draft of 14 feet. At this
draft, the displacement is 6000 tons. The length of the
vessel is 450 feet, beam is 50 feet, and the TPI is 45.
What is the KM? (See the P-K table in the blue pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 19.5 feet
B: 21.4 feet
C: 23.7 feet
D: 25.2 feet
180: Which is TRUE of a "stiff" vessel?
A: It has a small GM.
B: It pitches heavily.
C: It has an unusually high center of gravity.
D: Its period of roll is short.
181: Gas masks __________.
A: should be worn while fighting a fire
B: can be used in atmospheres deficient in oxygen
C: filter contaminants from air that is to be breathed
D: may be substituted for a self-contained breathing apparatus
182: Which abbreviation refers to the horizontal distance
between the forward-most and the after-most points on a
vessel's waterline?
A: LWL
B: LOA
C: LOD
D: LLL
183: Which statement is TRUE concerning an inflatable life raft?
A: The floor may be inflated for insulation from cold water.
B: Crew members can jump into the raft without damaging it.
C: The raft may be boarded before it is fully inflated.
D: All of the above
184: When signalling by flashing light, the signal "C" should be
used to indicate a(n) _____.
A: affirmative statement
B: question
C: change from affirmative to negative
D: request for the identity signal of the receiving stations
185: Which substance is NOT considered to be "Oil" under the
pollution prevention regulations?
A: Petroleum and fuel oil
B: Sludge
C: Oil mixed with dredge spoil
D: Oil refuse and oil mixed with wastes
186: Fire hose stations shall be marked in red letters and
figures such as "Fire Station No. 1", "2", "3", etc. The
height of the letters and figures must be at least ________.
A: 1/2 inch
B: 1 inch
C: 1-1/2 inches
D: 2 inches
187: What represents poor sanitary procedures?
A: Keep and use a separate filling hose for potable (drinking)
water.
B: Locate potable (drinking) water tanks as low as possible in
the bilge.
C: Eliminate enclosed spaces in which trash, food particles,
dirt may gather.
D: After washing dishes with soap and warm water, sterilize
them in water of at least 170ø F (76.7ø C).
188: The preferred method of controlling external bleeding is by
_______.
A: direct pressure on the wound
B: elevating the wounded area
C: pressure on a pressure point
D: a tourniquet above the wound
189: The purpose of the inclining experiment is to ________.
A: determine the location of the metacenter
B: determine the lightweight center of gravity location
C: verify the hydrostatic data
D: verify data in the vessel's operating manual
190: Which technique could be used to give a more comfortable
roll to a stiff vessel?
A: Concentrate weights in the upper tween-deck wings
B: Add weight near the centerline of the lower hold
C: Move weights lower in the ship
D: Ballast the peak tanks
191: Where will you find the requirements for the lights that
must be displayed on a mobile offshore drilling unit that is
being towed?
A: Notice to Mariners
B: COLREGS
C: Coast Pilot
D: Light List
192: When two fire hose teams are attacking a fire they should
__________.
A: use different fire hose pressures
B: use fire hoses of different sizes
C: not attack the fire from opposite sides
D: not wear protective clothing
193: Most totally enclosed lifeboats are equipped with which of
the following?
A: Tanks for the storage of drinking water
B: Ballast tanks to prevent the boat from capsizing
C: A hydraulic start diesel engine
D: Auxiliary mechanical propulsion (Fleming gear)
194: Which signal given by flashing light changes a
statement into a question?
195: As soon as the officer in charge of the vessel has taken
steps to stop the discharge of oil or oily mixture into a
U.S. harbor, what must he do FIRST?
A: Rig a boom for recovery.
B: Call the Coast Guard.
C: Alert the fire department.
D: Inform the Environmental Protection Agency.
196: The term "gross tonnage" refers to ___________.
A: the weight of the vessel measured in long tons
B: the weight of a vesel with all tanks full
C: the weight of a grossly overloaded vessel
D: the vessel's approximate volume including all enclosed
spaces less certain exempt spaces
197: Normally, potable water systems are connected directly to
the ______.
A: fire-main system
B: feed-water system
C: freshwater sanitary system
D: domestic water tank
198: A person suffering from possible broken bones and internal
injuries should __________.
A: be assisted in walking around
B: be examined then walked to a bunk
C: not be moved but made comfortable until medical assistance
arrives
D: not be allowed to lie down where injured but moved to a
chair or bunk
199: You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. On
board is the cargo listed. What is the height above the
main deck of the center of gravity of the cargo?
A: 3.6 feet
B: 4.2 feet
C: 4.4 feet
D: 4.9 feet
200: Which statement is TRUE of a tender vessel?
A: It has a large GM.
B: Its period of roll is long.
C: It has a very low center of gravity.
D: It has a good transverse stability.
201: Your vessel is equipped with totally enclosed lifeboats.
Which statement is TRUE when the boat is enveloped in
flames?
A: The ventilators will automatically close by the action of
fusible links.
B: The motor takes its air supply from outside the lifeboat to
prevent asphyxiation of the crew.
C: A water spray system to cool the outside of the boat is
operated by a high-volume manual pump.
D: An air tank will provide about ten minutes of air for the
survivors and the engine.
202: The lifeline which is part of a fireman's outfit must
be __________.
A: made of steel or bronze wire rope
B: corrosion resistant
C: not less than 50 feet in length
D: All of the above
203: The number 2 lifeboat on a tanker would be _________.
A: forwardmost on the port side
B: forwardmost on the starboard side
C: abaft #1 lifeboat port side
D: abaft #1 lifeboat starboard side
204: When signalling by flashing light, a correctly received
repetition of a signal is acknowledged by the signal _____.
205: When a vessel violates the oil pollution laws, who may be
held responsible?
A: Master only
B: Owners only
C: Licensed officers only
D: Any individual connected with the vessel involved in the
operation
206: Oceangoing dry bulk cargo vessels over 1000 GT must have
approved combination-type fire nozzles at all _____________.
A: fire stations aboard the vessel, except for those in open
deck areas that serve only cargo holds
B: interior fire stations
C: fire stations near a space with flammable liquids
D: engine room fire stations
207: Which chemical is used to treat water in order to ensure its
safety for drinking?
A: Nitrogen
B: Chlorine
C: Carbon
D: Oxygen
208: What is the primary purpose of a splint applied in first
aid?
A: Control bleeding
B: Reduce pain
C: Immobilize a fracture
D: Reset the bone
209: The number 2 lifeboat on a tanker would be found _________.
A: on the port side
B: on the starboard side
C: abaft #1 lifeboat on the port side
D: abaft #1 lifeboat on the starboard side
210: Metacentric height is an indication of a vessel's stability
_______________.
A: for all angles of inclination
B: for large angles of inclination
C: for small angles of inclination
D: in no case
211: The oxygen indicator is an instrument that measures
the __________.
A: amount of oxygen in the atmosphere of a confined space
B: amount of combustible gas as a percentage of the lower
explosive limit in a confined space
C: concentration of CO2 as a percentage of oxygen in a confined
space
D: None of the above
212: In the navigable waters of the United States, Annex V to
MARPOL 73/78 is NOT applicable to a(n) _____________.
A: recreational yacht
B: uninspected towing vessel
C: uninspected passenger vessel under 100 GT
D: U.S. government vessel in non-commercial service
213: Most lifeboats are equipped with ___________________.
A: unbalanced rudders
B: balanced rudders
C: contraguide rudders
D: straight rudders
214: In a message sent by flashing light, what group of letters
will direct the receiver of a message to repeat the
transmission back to the sender?
A: REPEAT
B: RPT
C: RPB
D: UD AA
216: What is the total number of approved low-velocity spray
("water-fog") applicators required aboard a tankship?
217: Which item do you NOT have to provide for the Coast
Guard representative at the time of a stability test?
A: A stability letter.
B: Tank sounding tables and draft mark locations.
C: Capacity plans showing the vertical and longitudinal
centers of gravity of stowage spaces and tanks.
D: General arrangement plans of decks; holds and inner bottoms.
218: A compound fracture is a fracture in which _______________.
A: more than one bone is broken
B: the same bone is broken in more than one place
C: there is never any internal bleeding
D: the bone may be visible
219: For the purposes of the International Rules of the Road, a
non-self-propelled mobile offshore drilling unit under tow
is considered to be a ______________________.
A: non-displacement vessel
B: limited vessel
C: power-driven vessel
D: vessel
220: Metacentric height is a measure of _______________________.
A: initial stability only
B: stability through all angles
C: maximum righting arm
D: All of the above
221: Which statement about the free surface effect is TRUE?
A: It increases in direct proportion to the length of the tank
times the breadth squared.
B: It decreases at increased angles of heel due to pocketing
when a tank is 90% full.
C: It decreases in direct proportion to increasing specific
gravity of the liquid in the tank.
D: In practice, the correction is considered to be a virtual
reduction of KG.
222: On surface type offshore drilling units, each lifeboat and
life raft must be capable of being launched to the water at
the minimum operating draft when the unit has an adverse
list up to _________.
A: 20²
B: 15²
C: 10²
D: 5²
223: The steering oar in a lifeboat is ____________.
A: shorter than the others
B: used for the stroke oar
C: used by the forward man in the boat to direct the bow
D: longer than the others and should be lashed to the stern
224: If there is a possibility of confusion, which signal should
be used to send the group "TRUE BEARING 045 DEGREES"?
A: 045
B: B045
C: B045T
D: A045
225: The Federal Water Pollution Control Act requires the person
in charge of a vessel to immediately notify the Coast Guard
as soon as he knows of any oil discharge. Failure to
notify the Coast Guard can lead to a fine of
________________.
A: $500 or 30 days in jail, or both
B: $1,000 or 60 days in jail, or both
C: $10,000 or 1 year in jail, or both
D: $50,000 or 5 years in jail, or both
226: How many low-velocity spray applicators are required on the
weather decks of a tankship?
A: One
B: Two
C: Three
D: Four
227: The Emergency Position Indicating Radiobeacon on a cargo
vessel must be stowed ____________________.
A: in an inside passageway
B: in an approved bracket
C: so that it is accessible from the bridge of the vessel
D: so that it will float free if the vessel sinks
228: Which is the most serious type of fracture?
A: Compound
B: Greenstick
C: Closed
D: Crack
229: Fuel oil tank vents are fitted with a screen which will
stop ________.
A: oil from flowing out of the tank vent
B: air from entering the tank vent
C: vapors from leaving the tank vent
D: flames on deck from entering the tank vent
230: Initial stability of a vessel may be improved by __________.
A: removing loose water
B: adding weight low in the vessel
C: closing crossover valves between partly filled double
bottom tanks
D: All of the above
231: The Coast Guard inspection required before a Certificate of
Ispection can be issued is conducted________________.
A: when deemed necessary by the Regional Inspection Center
B: after you apply in writing to the nearest Officer in Charge
of Marine Inspection(OCMI)
C: at random from a Coast Guard patrol boat
D: after a formal complaint is filed with the OCMI
232: You are tending the lifeline of a person who has entered
a compartment wearing a breathing apparatus. How many tugs
of the lifeline mean "Are you all right"?
A: One
B: Two
C: Three
D: Four
233: Most enclosed lifeboats will right themselves after
capsizing IF the ___________________.
A: lower ballast tanks are filled with water
B: fuel tanks are not less than half full
C: passengers are strapped to their seats
D: sea anchor is deployed to windward
234: What is the meaning of the flashing light signal "D0910"?
A: Date September 10
B: Date October 9
C: Distance 910 miles
D: Longitude 9ø10'
235: If you fail to notify the Coast Guard of an oil spill, you
may be fined up to ________________.
A: $500
B: $1,000
C: $5,000
D: $10,000
236: What is the maximum number of sleeping accommodations a
barge may have before it is required to have fire pumps,
hydrants, hose, and nozzles installed?
237: Where must a Class A EPIRB be stowed?
A: Under lock and key
B: Where it can float free
C: In the engine room
D: In the pilothouse
238: Unless there is danger of further injury, a person with a
compound fracture should not be moved until bleeding is
controlled and ____.
A: the bone has been set
B: the fracture is immobilized
C: radio advice has been obtained
D: the wound has been washed
239: Which statement about the free surface correction is TRUE?
A: It is added to GM at light drafts and subtracted at deep
drafts.
B: It is increased if the slack tank is not on the centerline.
C: It is decreased if the slack tank is below the KG of the
vessel.
D: The correction decreases as the draft increases due to
loading dry cargo.
240: According to 46 CFR Subchapter T the definition of a ferry
includes vessels that ________.
A: operate in other than ocean or coastwise service
B: have provisions only for deck passengers, vehicles, or both
C: operate on a short run on a frequent schedule between two
points over the most direct water route
D: All of the above
241: The signal L1210 means the ______.
A: latitude is 12ø10'
B: longitude is 12ø10'
C: GMT is 1210
D: zone time is 1210
242: You are in a tank wearing the self-contained breathing
apparatus and you desire to return topside. How many tugs
of the lifeline mean to take up the slack?
A: One
B: Two
C: Three
D: Four
243: Which statement concerning storm oil is CORRECT?
A: It has a moderate effect in surf.
B: It is most effective in shallow water.
C: It reduces friction between wind and water.
D: Mineral oil is the most effective type.
244: A vessel is flying the signal "BJ-1" from her starboard
halyard. The signal means "_____."
A: an aircraft is ditched in position indicated
B: the aircraft is still afloat
C: there is no danger of explosion
D: an aircraft is circling over an accident
245: Storage batteries should be charged in a well ventilated
area because __________.
A: they generate heat
B: they emit hydrogen
C: of the toxic fumes they emit
D: they recharge faster in a well ventilated space
246: On a vessel of 125,000 GT on an international voyage, how
many international shore connections must be provided?
247: During a stability test on a small passenger vessel ______.
A: the vessel must be moored snugly
B: each tank must be partially full to show it does not leak
C: all dunnage, tools, and extraneous items are secured
D: water under vessel must be deep enough to prevent grounding
248: You are treating a shipmate with a compound fracture of the
lower arm. Which action should you take?
A: Apply a tourniquet to control bleeding then align the bones
and splint.
B: Apply traction to the hand to keep the bones in line,
splint, and apply a pressure dressing.
C: Force the ends of the bones back into line, treat the
bleeding, and splint.
D: Apply a bulky, sterile, pressure dressing to control
bleeding, then apply a temporary splint, and place the
victim in bed.
249: Large quantities of gas in the shale shaker area may be an
indication of ____________.
A: a break in the riser system
B: low formation pressure
C: a break in the drill string
D: high formation pressure
250: Which will be a result of removing on-deck containers?
A: KG will increase
B: Metacentric height will increase
C: KB will increase
D: Reserve buoyancy will decrease
251: Free communication effect is in direct proportion to _____.
A: length and width of space
B: length of space only
C: width of space only
D: neither length nor width
252: What, when removed, will result in the extinguishment of a
fire?
A: Nitrogen
B: Sodium
C: Oxygen
D: Carbon dioxide
253: In order to benefit from the use of storm oil in heavy seas,
the storm oil should be spread _____________.
A: around the rudder and screws
B: completely around the vessel
C: to leeward of the vessel
D: to windward of the vessel
254: If you wanted to ask a nearby vessel if he had a doctor on
board, you would hoist the flag signal _____________.
A: AM
B: AL
C: AN 1
D: MA
255: You are towing a 1000 gross ton gasoline tank barge.
Regulations say that cargo tank hatches, ullage holes, and
Butterworth plates may remain open without flame screens
ONLY ______________.
A: if the barge is towed on a hawser astern
B: if an approved type B-II fire extinguisher is provided
C: when the open tanks are gas free
D: for periods not to exceed five minutes
256: What is the minimum number of fire pumps required on a cargo
vessel of 2,000 GT?
257: Which vessel greater than 100 GT is NOT required to have an
EPIRB.
A: A sailing vessel
B: A fishing vessel
C: A non self-propelled vessel
D: A towing vessel
258: In any major injury to a person, first aid includes the
treatment for the injury and ______________.
A: application of CPR
B: removal of any foreign objects
C: administration of oxygen
D: for traumatic shock
259: What does NOT affect the value of the free surface
correction?
A: Width of the tank
B: Length of the tank
C: Registered tonnage
D: Specific gravity of the liquid in the tank
260: A 12-foot, 2-1/2 inch, low-velocity fog applicator is
designed to produce a minimum fog pattern diameter of _____.
A: 65 feet
B: 25 feet
C: 22 feet
D: 8 feet
261: A person who willfully violates safety regulations may be
fined up to $(SA)5,000 and ___________.
A: imprisoned for up to a year
B: imprisoned for up to five years
C: forbidden to work in the fishing industry
D: no other penalty may be applied
262: Which fire detection system is actuated by sensing a heat
rise in a compartment?
A: Manual fire detection system
B: Automatic fire detection system
C: Smoke detection system
D: Watchman's supervisory system
263: Which oil is not suitable for use as storm oil?
A: Fish oil
B: Vegetable oil
C: Mineral oil
D: Animal oil
264: While using the International Code of Signals, if the
receiving station can distinguish the flag signal of the
transmitting station, but cannot understand the meaning of
it, the station can hoist the flag signal ____.
265: The term "discharge", as it applies to the pollution
regulations, means _____________________.
A: spilling
B: leaking
C: dumping
D: All of the above
266: What is the minimum number of fire pumps required on a cargo
vessel of 900 GT?
267: Which type EPIRB must each ocean-going ship carry?
A: Class A
B: Class B
C: Class C
D: Catergory I
268: What is NOT a treatment for traumatic shock?
A: Keep the patient warm but not hot.
B: Have the injured person lie down.
C: Massage the arms and legs to restore circulation.
D: Relieve the pain of the injury.
269: To remedy a leaking fire hose connection at the hydrant,
secure the valve and ______________.
A: replace the gasket in the male coupling
B: reduce fire pump pressure
C: replace the gasket in the female coupling
D: rethread the male coupling
270: When cargo is shifted from the lower hold to the main deck
the ___________.
A: center of gravity will move upwards
B: GM will increase
C: center of buoyancy will move downward
D: All of the above
271: A fishing vessel casualty must be reported to the Coast
Guard if it involves _______________.
A: loss of life
B: an injury requiring only first aid
C: $(SA)10,000 in property damage
D: loss of equipment which doesn't reduce the vessel's
maneuverability
272: Fire alarm system thermostats are actuated by __________.
A: smoke sensors
B: the difference in thermal expansion of two dissimilar
metals
C: pressure loss due to air being heated
D: an electric eye which actuates when smoke interferes with
the beam
273: Which type of oil is best for use as storm oil?
A: Fish oil
B: Crude oil
C: Lube oil
D: Mineral oil
274: The flag hoist 62.2 would be sent as pennant 6, pennant 2,
________.
A: answering pennant, first substitute
B: answering pennant, second substitute
C: space, second substitute
D: answering pennant, third substitute
275: When cleaning up an oil spill in U.S. waters you must
obtain the approval of the Federal On-Scene Coordinator
before using ___________.
A: skimmers
B: straw
C: chemical agents
D: sawdust
276: For a cargo vessel of 1,000 GT or over, on an international
voyage, the required minimum pitot tube pressure from the
two highest outlets when two fire pumps are operating
simultaneously is approximately _______.
A: 35 psi
B: 50 psi
C: 70 psi
D: 100 psi
277: The vessel's Emergency Position Indicating Radiobeacon
(EPIRB) must be tested _______________.
A: weekly
B: monthly
C: every 2 months
D: every 3 months
278: What is a treatment for traumatic shock?
A: Administer CPR.
B: Administer fluids.
C: Open clothing to allow cooling of the body.
D: Keep the victim in a sitting position.
279: The purpose of storm oil in a sea anchor is to ____________.
A: weigh down the anchor
B: lubricate the anchor
C: repel dangerous fish
D: smooth the sea
280: In the regulations that apply to small passenger vessels an
"open boat" is a vessel ____________________.
A: that is used for charter fishing or tours and is open to
the public
B: on which gambling and consumption of alcoholic beverages is
permitted
C: that is docked and open for visitors
D: that is not protected from entry of water by means of a
complete weathertight deck
281: The gross weight of a fully charged CO2 bottle in a fixed
CO2 system is 220 lbs. When the bottle is empty it weighs
110 lbs. What is the minimum acceptable gross weight of the
CO2 bottle before it should be recharged by the
manufacturer?
A: 200 lbs
B: 205 lbs
C: 210 lbs
D: 220 lbs
282: The difference in water spray pattern between the
high-velocity tip and low-velocity applicator used with the
all-purpose nozzle is due to _________.
A: a difference in water pressure
B: the method of breaking up the water stream
C: the length of the applicator
D: All of the above
283: Spreading oil on the open sea has the effect of ___________.
A: diminishing the height of the seas
B: lengthening the distance between successive crests
C: increasing the height of the seas
D: preventing the wave crests from breaking
284: What is the correct interpretation of the flag hoist
G, 4, 2, 1, first substitute.
A: G421G
B: G4214
C: G421G421
D: G4211
285: The use of sinking and dispersing chemical agents for
removal of surface oil is __________.
A: the most common method used in the United States
B: too expensive for common use
C: generally safe to sea life
D: authorized only with prior approval of the Federal On-Scene
Coordinator
286: On cargo vessels, the discharge of the required quantity of
carbon dioxide into any "tight" space shall be completed
within ___________.
A: 1 minute
B: 2 minutes
C: 4 minutes
D: 6 minutes
287: The Master shall insure that the Emergency Position
Indicating Radiobeacon (EPIRB) is _______________________.
A: secured inside the wheelhouse
B: tested annually
C: tested monthly
D: secured in the emergency locker
288: A negative metacentric height ______________.
A: will always cause a vessel to capsize
B: always results from off-center weights
C: should always be immediately corrected
D: All of the above are correct
289: You are at the helm of a sailing vessel under sail on the
starboard tack, close hauled, and you are instructed to
"head up". You should ___________________.
A: turn the wheel to port if you are steering with a wheel
B: push the tiller to starboard if you are steering with a
tiller
C: turn the rudder to starboard
D: All of the above are correct
290: What will happen when cargo is shifted from the main deck
into the lower hold of a vessel?
A: The GM will increase.
B: The metacenter will move upward.
C: The center of buoyancy will move upward.
D: All of the above
291: A Certificate of Inspection issued to a small passenger
vessel describes ____________.
A: the mimimum fire extinguishing equipment, lifejackets,
survival and rescue craft she must carry
B: the name of the managing operator
C: any special conditions or restrictions on her operation
D: All the above
292: High-velocity fog _________________.
A: is a finer, more diffuse water spray than low-velocity fog
B: requires that the water pressure be no greater than 60 psi
C: produces an effective fog pattern no more than 6 feet beyond
the nozzle
D: extinguishes a fire by absorbing heat and reducing the
supply of oxygen
293: Which statement is TRUE concerning life jackets which are
severely damaged?
A: They should be replaced.
B: They must be tested for buoyancy before being continued in
use.
C: They can be repaired by a reliable seamstress.
D: They can be used for children.
294: If a receiving station cannot distinguish a signal sent by
flag hoist it should _______________.
A: hoist ZQ
B: hoist ZL
C: keep the answering pennant at the dip
D: raise and lower the answering pennant
295: The most common type of containment device(s) for spilled
oil on the water is(are) ____________________.
A: straw
B: booms
C: skimmers
D: chemical dispersants
296: In weighing CO2 cylinders, they must be recharged if weight
loss exceeds _____________________.
A: 10% of weight of full bottle
B: 15% of weight of full bottle
C: 20% of weight of charge
D: 10% of weight of charge
297: Which information is NOT required to be posted in or near
the wheelhouse?
A: Stopping time and distance from full speed while maintaining
course with minimum rudder
B: A diagram of advance and transfer for turns of 30ø, 60ø, 90ø
and 120ø at full speed with maximum rudder and constant
power
C: For vessels with a fixed propeller, a table of shaft RPMs
for a representative range of speeds
D: Operating instructions for change-over procedures for remote
steering gear systems
298: Which is NOT a symptom of traumatic shock?
A: Slow, deep breathing
B: Pale, cold skin
C: Weak, rapid pulse
D: Restlessness and anxiety
299: Which of the following statements relating to AMVER
(Automated Mutual-assistance Vessel Rescue) is TRUE?
A: An AMVER participant is under greater obligation to render
assistance to a vessel in distress than a non-participant.
B: There is no cost to the ship or owner for messages sent
within the AMVER system.
C: An AMVER participant is not relieved of the obligation to
give 24 hour advance notice to the U.S. Coast Guard before
entering a U.S. port from offshore.
D: The AMVER system does not reduce the time lost for vessels
responding to calls for assistance.
300: In the small passenger vessel regulations a coastwise route
is defined as one that is __________.
A: not more than 50 statute miles from shore in the
Gulf of Mexico
B: on ocean waters more than 200 nautical miles from
shore in the Gulf of Alaska
C: not more than 20 statute miles from the nearest safe
harbor in the Pacific Ocean
D: not more than 20 nautical miles offshore in the any ocean
301: Which factor has the greatest effect on the value of the
free surface correction?
A: The width of the tank
B: The length of the tank
C: The draft of the vessel
D: The specific gravity of the liquid in the tank
302: If you are fighting a fire below the main deck of your
vessel, which action is most important concerning the
stability of the vessel?
A: Shutting off electricity to damaged cables
B: Pumping fire-fighting water overboard
C: Maneuvering the vessel so the fire is on the lee side
D: Removing burned debris from the cargo hold
303: Plastic material may be thrown overboard from a vessel which
is _______________________.
A: 25 miles from shore
B: 12 miles from shore
C: 3 miles from shore
D: None of the above are correct.
304: What is the correct interpretation of the flag hoist
F 2 1 3 second substitute?
A: F2131
B: F2132
C: F213213
D: F213F213
305: Which method of oil cleanup is usually NOT allowed?
A: Employing a boom
B: Using suction equipment
C: Chemical agents
D: Skimmers
306: In areas where CO2 piping is installed, such piping may not
be used for any other purpose EXCEPT _________.
A: in connection with the fire-detecting system
B: in connection with the water sprinkler system
C: to ventilate the space
D: to run the emergency wiring to the space
307: Your ship is returning to New Orleans from a foreign voyage
and carrying a bulk cargo of anhydrous ammonia. You must
notify the Captain of the Port, New Orleans, ______________.
A: at least 24 hours before entering port
B: if you are not participating in the USMER system
C: only if you have a hazardous condition aboard
D: only if your arrival will vary more than six hours from your
ETA reported to AMVER
308: A person being treated for shock should be wrapped in warm
coverings to _______________.
A: increase body heat
B: preserve body heat
C: avoid self-inflicted wounds caused by spastic movement
D: protect the person from injury during transportation
309: Life jackets should be marked with the ________________.
A: maximum weight allowed
B: stowage space assigned
C: vessel's home port
D: vessel's name
310: A vessel's light draft displacement is 7400 tons. The
center of gravity at this draft is 21.5 ft. above the keel.
The following weights are loaded: (WT. #1-450 tons, VCG
#1-17.4 ft.; WT. #2-220 tons, VCG #2-11.6 ft.; WT. #3-65
tons, VCG #3-7.0 ft.). The new CG above the keel is ______.
A: 14.7 feet
B: 17.8 feet
C: 18.7 feet
D: 20.9 feet
311: Spontaneous ignition can result from __________________.
A: an unprotected drop-light bulb
B: careless disposal or storage of material
C: smoking in bed
D: worn electrical wires on power tools
312: The spray of water in low-velocity fog will have ________.
A: greater range than high-velocity fog
B: lesser range than high-velocity fog
C: about the same range as high-velocity fog
D: greater range than a solid stream
313: Kapok life jackets should NOT be _________.
A: stowed near open flame or where smoking is permitted
B: used as seats, pillows, or foot rests
C: left on open decks
D: All of the above
314: The flag hoist 1.33 would be sent as _____.
A: 1, answer pennant, 3, first substitute
B: 1, answer pennant, 3, second substitute
C: 1, answer pennant, 3, third substitute
D: N, 1, answer pennant, 3
315: The maximum number of passengers a "T"-Boat may carry ____.
A: is stated on the vessel's Certificate of Inspection
B: is the number authorized in the Navigation Rules
C: depends on the number of lifejackets you carry
D: is the number authorized by your license
316: The space containing the cylinders for the carbon
dioxide(C02) fire extinguishing system must be designed to
preclude an anticipated ambient temperature over _______.
A: 80ø F
B: 95ø F
C: 130ø F
D: 150ø F
317: Your vessel will be entering the navigable waters of the
United States. You are required by regulations to ______.
A: test the primary and secondary steering systems no more than
8 hours before entering
B: correct the charts of the area to be transited using the
Notice(s) to Mariners or foreign equivalent reasonably
available
C: have a copy of Radio Navigational Aids
D: check the magnetic compass for the correct deviation
318: The best treatment for preventing traumatic shock after an
accident is to ___________.
A: have the victim exercise to increase circulation
B: keep the victim from electrical equipment
C: keep the victim warm and dry while lying down
D: apply ice packs and avoid excitement
319: Foam is effective in combating which class(es) of fire?
A: A
B: B
C: A and B
D: B and C
320: As the displacement of a vessel increases, the detrimental
effect of free surface ________________.
A: increases
B: decreases
C: remains the same
D: may increase or decrease depending on the fineness of the
vessel's form
321: A signal indicating Greenwich mean time would be preceded
with ______.
A: a code hoist to indicate Greenwich mean time to follow
B: the letter G
C: the letters GT
D: the letter Z
322: A definite advantage of using water as a fire extinguishing
agent is its characteristic of _______________.
A: alternate expansion and contraction as water in a liquid
state becomes a vapor
B: absorption of smoke and gases as water is converted from a
liquid to a vapor
C: rapid contraction as water is converted from a liquid to a
vapor
D: rapid expansion as water absorbs heat and changes to steam
323: You must make a written application to obtain or renew your
"T-Boat's" Certificate of Inspection _____________.
A: on form CG-835
B: at the shipyard where you are hauled out
C: on form CG-3752
D: everytime your boat is hauled out
324: The national distress, safety, and calling frequency is
channel _____.
325: For the purposes of cargo oil containment, the fixed
container under the manifold of an eight-inch loading line
must hold a minimum of ___.
A: three barrels
B: four barrels
C: six barrels
D: eight barrels
326: CO2 cylinders, which protect the small space in which they
are stored must _______________.
A: NOT contain more than 200 pounds of CO2
B: be automatically operated by a heat actuator
C: have an audible alarm
D: All of the above
327: The maneuvering information required to be posted in the
wheelhouse must be based on certain conditions. Which of the
following is NOT one of these conditions?
A: The hull must be clean.
B: There must be calm weather-wind 10 knots or less and a calm
sea.
C: There must be no current.
D: The depth of the water must be at least one and one-half
times the draft.
328: A man has suffered a burn on the arm. There is extensive
damage to the skin with charring present. How is this
injury classified using standard medical terminology?
A: Dermal burn
B: Third-degree burn
C: Major burn
D: Lethal burn
329: Which statement about the free surface effect is TRUE?
A: It has the same affect on initial stability whether the tank
is 75% full or 25% full.
B: The free surface effect usually increases at angles of heel
above 25ø.
C: The effect increases if the tank is off the centerline.
D: The effect can be reduced by shifting weights vertically.
330: Many vessels are provided with flume tanks, which also
have a dump tank located under the flume tanks. In the
event the ship is damaged, you could dump the flume tanks
into the dump tank which would _______.
A: reduce the free surface effect and raise the KG
B: not have any effect on free surface and raise the KG
C: reduce the free surface effect and lower the KG
D: not have any effect on free surface and lower the KG
331: One of the limitations of foam as an extinguishing agent is
that foam ______________.
A: cannot be made with salt water
B: is heavier than oil and sinks below its surface
C: is corrosive and a hazard to fire fighters
D: conducts electricity
332: When using a high-velocity fog stream in a passageway, the
possibility of a blow back must be guarded against. Blow
back is most likely to occur when _________________.
A: pressure builds up in the nozzle which causes a surge of
water
B: the only opening in a passageway is the one from which the
nozzle is being advanced
C: pressure in the fire hose drops below 100 psi
D: a bulkhead collapses due to heat and pressure
333: Which statement is TRUE concerning life jackets?
A: Buoyant vests may be substituted for life jackets.
B: Life preservers are designed to turn an unconscious person's
face clear of the water.
C: Life preservers must always be worn with the same side
facing outwards to float properly.
D: Lightly stained or faded life jackets will fail in the
water and should not be used.
334: When are the best times to send the radiotelegraph
auto-alarm distress signal?
A: From 15 to 18 minutes past the hour and 45 to 48 minutes
past the hour
B: From on the hour to 3 minutes past the hour and 30 to 33
minutes past the hour
C: From 18 to 45 minutes past the hour and from 48 minutes past
the hour to the hour
D: From 3 to 30 minutes past the hour and 33 minutes past the
hour to the hour
335: Your vessel is carrying 24,000 barrels of oil for discharge.
The cargo hoses have an inside diameter of eight inches.
The container around each loading manifold must hold ______.
A: three barrels
B: four barrels
C: six barrels
D: eight barrels
336: Carbon dioxide cylinders which protect machinery spaces,
paint lockers and tanks may be located within those spaces
when the amount of carbon dioxide does not exceed _________.
A: 150 lbs
B: 300 lbs
C: 450 lbs
D: 600 lbs
337: You are sailing the navigable waters of the United States.
You must have a currently corrected copy (or extract) of
the _____.
A: List of Lights
B: Tide Tables
C: Sailing Directions
D: Pollution prevention regulations
338: A man has a burn on his arm. There is reddening of the
skin, blistering, and swelling. Using standard medical
terminology this is a ______________.
A: major burn
B: secondary burn
C: second-degree burn
D: blister burn
339: If a firefighting situation calls for low-velocity fog you
would ________________.
A: order the engine room to reduce pressure on the fire pump
B: put the lever on an all-purpose fire nozzle all the way
forward
C: attach a low-velocity fog applicator with the nozzle shut
down
D: put the lever on an all-purpose fire nozzle all the way back
340: Which statement about the free surface correction is
TRUE?
A: It is added to the uncorrected GM to arrive at the corrected
available GM.
B: It is obtained by dividing the free surface moments by 12
times the volume of displacement.
C: It is obtained by dividing the total free surface by
the total vertical moments.
D: It is subtracted from the total longitudinal moments before
dividing by displacement to find LCG.
341: The Master or other vessel representative must contact the
nearest Coast Guard Marine Safety Office within five days of
a(n) _________.
A: grounding
B: injury which requires first aid
C: accident which requires $(SA)2500 of repairs
D: All of the above are correct.
342: Every injury aboard a commercial fishing industry vessel
must be reported to the __________.
A: Coast Guard
B: vessel owner or owner's agent
C: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
D: National Fisheries Service
343: An emergency sea anchor may be constructed by using _____.
A: a boat bucket
B: an air tank filled with water
C: an oar and canvas weighted down
D: All of the above
344: The signal that actuates the radio auto-alarms on a vessel
is a series of _____________________.
A: 6 dashes sent in one minute
B: 6 dashes sent in two minutes
C: 12 dashes sent in one minute
D: 12 dashes sent in two minutes
345: A 150-GT vessel (built in 1960) is loading diesel fuel. What
is the minimum capacity of the drip pans required for
placement under or around each fuel tank vent, overflow, and
fill pipe?
A: 1 gallon
B: 5 gallons
C: 1 barrel
D: 2 barrels
346: The supply of carbon dioxide used in the fixed extinguishing
system aboard a cargo vessel MUST be at least sufficient for
___________________.
A: all the spaces of a vessel
B: all cargo spaces
C: the engine room and largest cargo space
D: the space requiring the largest amount
347: The danger of a charged hose left unattended on deck with
the nozzle open is ______________.
A: the hose could burst
B: the nozzle end will whip about causing damage or injury
C: water damage to vessel's cargo or structure
D: personnel might trip over the hose
348: A man has suffered a burn on the arm. There is a reddening
of the skin but no other apparent damage. Using standard
MEDICAL terminology, this is a ____________________.
A: Minor burn
B: Superficial burn
C: Extremity burn
D: First-degree burn
349: A marine radar system for surface navigation must be fitted
on all ocean or coastwise vessels of over _______.
A: 1,400 GT
B: 1,500 GT
C: 1,600 GT
D: 1,700 GT
350: The most detrimental effect on initial stability is a result
of liquids ____________.
A: flowing from side to side within the vessel
B: flowing from fore to aft within a vessel
C: flowing in and out of a holed wing tank
D: pocketing in a slack tank as a vessel heels
351: What is the meaning of the signal "G1325"?
A: The GMT is 1325.
B: The latitude is 13ø25'.
C: The zone time is 1325.
D: The longitude is 13ø25'.
352: What is an advantage of water fog over a straight stream of
water in fighting an oil fire?
A: It has a smothering effect on the fire.
B: It removes combustible vapors from the air.
C: It gives more protection to fire fighting personnel.
D: All of the above
353: When a sea anchor is used in landing in a heavy surf,
headway is checked by _________________.
A: slacking the tripping line and towing the apex end forward
B: slacking the tripping line and towing the mouth forward by
the holding line
C: towing with the tripping line and the holding line slack
D: towing the apex end forward with the tripping line
354: The distress message of a ship should include considerable
information which might facilitate the rescue. This
information should ________________.
A: ALWAYS be included in the initial distress message
B: be sent to a Coast Guard station FIRST
C: be transmitted as a series of short messages, if time
allows
D: include the vessel's draft
355: The center of flotation of a vessel is the point in the
waterplane _____________.
A: about which the vessel lists and trims
B: which coincides with the center of buoyancy
C: which, in the absence of external forces, is always
vertically aligned with the center of gravity
D: which is shown in the hydrostatic tables as VCB
356: The number of pounds of carbon dioxide required for each
cargo space on a cargo vessel is equal to _____________.
A: the gross volume of the space in cubic feet divided by 100
B: one pound of CO2 per cubic foot of space
C: one pound of CO2 per square foot of deck area
D: the gross volume of the space in cubic feet divided by 30
357: The operator of a vessel's radiotelephone must hold at least
a ___________________.
A: third class radiotelegraph operator certificate
B: restricted radiotelephone operator permit
C: general radiotelephone operator license
D: mates license
358: When treating a person for third-degree burns, you should
___________.
A: submerge the burn area in cold water
B: make the person stand up and walk to increase circulation
C: cover the burns with thick, sterile dressings
D: break blisters and remove dead tissue
359: A vessel is floating in saltwater at a mean draft of 14
feet. The length of the vessel is 450 feet, beam 50 feet,
TPI 45. The BM is 16.34 feet. What is the vessel's
displacement in tons?
A: 4,500 tons P .70 K .042
B: 6,000 tons P .75 K .048
C: 7,560 tons P .80 K .055
D: 7,900 tons P .85 K .062
360: The greatest effect on stability occurs from loose liquids
flowing _________.
A: from side to side in the tanks of the vessel
B: from fore to aft in the tanks of a vessel
C: in and out of a vessel that is holed in a wing tank
D: in and out of a vessel that is holed in a peak tank
361: What can be used to measure the percentage of oxygen inside
a chain locker?
A: Flame safety lamp
B: Combustible gas indicator
C: Oxygen indicator
D: H2S meter
362: Water fog from an all-purpose nozzle may be used to _______.
A: fight an electrical fire
B: fight a magnesium fire
C: eliminate smoke from a compartment
D: All of the above
363: You are in a lifeboat in a heavy sea. Your boat is dead in
the water and unable to make way. To prevent broaching, you
should _______.
A: take no action, broaching is recommended in a heavy sea
B: put out the sea anchor
C: put out the sea painter
D: fill the bottom of the boat with about one foot of
water to make it ride better
364: What is the international distress frequency for
radiotelegraph?
A: 156.8 mHz
B: 2182 kHz
C: 500 kHz
D: 300 kHz
365: What is the minimum fuel-oil discharge-containment needed
for a 150 gross ton vessel constructed on January 7, 1976?
A: At least 5 gallons
B: At least 1 barrel
C: At least 2 barrels
D: At least 3 barrels
366: You have determined that a cargo space on a freight vessel
is 45 feet by 36 feet by 62 feet. How many pounds of carbon
dioxide is required for this space?
A: 1674
B: 2511
C: 3348
D: 5022
367: A ship's radiotelephone station license is issued by the
________.
A: U.S. Coast Guard
B: Federal Communications Commission
C: Radio Technical Commission for Marine Services
D: Maritime Mobile Service Commission
368: The FIRST concern in treating a person with extensive burns
is _____.
A: reducing disfigurement
B: preventing infection
C: treating for shock
D: reducing swelling
369: A cargo vessel of 9,000 tons displacement is carrying a
slack deep tank of molasses (SG 1.4). The tank measures 20
feet long and 30 feet wide. What will be the reduction in
metacentric height due to free surface, with the vessel
floating in sea water (SG 1.026)?
A: .142 ft.
B: .177 ft.
C: .195 ft.
D: .212 ft.
370: What is the principal danger from the liquid in a half full
tank onboard a vessel?
A: Corrosion from the shifting liquid
B: Rupturing of bulkheads from the shifting liquid
C: Loss of stability from free surface effect
D: Holing of the tank bottom from the weight of the shifting
liquid
371: On a vessel of 12,500 tons displacement, compute the
reduction in metacentric height due to free surface in a
hold having free water in the tank tops. The hold is 35
feet long and 50 feet wide. The reduction in metacentric
height is ___________.
A: .14 ft
B: .45 ft
C: .55 ft
D: .83 ft
372: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 189 tons
B: 174 tons
C: 158 tons
D: No loading required
373: Your vessel is broken down and rolling in heavy seas. You
can reduce the possibility of capsizing by _______________.
A: shifting the rudder constantly
B: moving all personnel forward and low
C: moving all personnel aft
D: rigging a sea anchor
374: A vessel operating outside of coastal waters must carry an
automatically activated Emergency Position Indicating Radio
Beacon (EPIRB) if she __________.
A: does not have berthing facilities
B: has berthing and galley facilities
C: is a workboat and her mothership carries an EPIRB
D: None of the above are correct.
375: Fueling results in the collection of waste oil in drip pans
and containers. Which is an approved method of disposing of
the waste oil?
A: Draining it overboard when the vessel gets underway
B: Placing it in proper disposal facilities
C: Adding sinking agents and discharging it into the water
D: Mixing it with dispersants before draining it overboard
376: Valves on steam-smothering lines to cargo tanks shall be set
with _____________________.
A: the master control valve shut and valves to individual cargo
tanks shut
B: the master control valve open and valves to individual cargo
tanks shut
C: the master control valve shut and valves to individual cargo
tanks open
D: all valves open
377: The regulations governing the frequencies of the
bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone are issued by the ________.
A: Department of Transportation
B: Federal Communications Commission
C: U.S. Coast Guard
D: Department of Defense
378: The FIRST treatment for a surface burn is to _____________.
A: wash the burned area with a warm soap and water solution
B: flood, bathe, or immerse the burned area in cold water
C: cover the burned area with talcum powder and bandag it
cover the burned area with talcum powder and bandage it
tightly
D: leave the burned area exposed to the atmosphere
379: Plastic material may be discharged overboard from a vessel
if it is _____________________.
A: 3 miles from shore
B: 12 miles from shore
C: 25 miles from shore
D: Nowhere while afloat
380: You are fighting a fire in a cargo hold on your vessel.
Which action is most important concerning the stability of
the vessel?
A: Shutting off electricity to damaged cables
B: Draining fire-fighting water and pumping it overboard
C: Maneuvering the vessel so the fire is on the lee side
D: Removing burned debris from the cargo hold
381: What is the meaning of the signal "G0325"?
A: The distance is 325 miles.
B: The longitude is 3ø25'.
C: The course is 325ø.
D: Change course to 325ø.
382: A damaged "T-Boat" that is unable to meet the requirements
of its Certificate of Inspection but is able to travel to a
shipyard under its own power should ____________.
A: make the trip only after obtaining a "Permit to Proceed to
Another Port for Repair", Form CG-948
B: get underway as soon as possible
C: hire a tug and pilot instead
D: request an Expiration Certificate if the vessel displays a
tendency to sink
383: The purpose of the tripping line on a sea anchor is to ____.
A: aid in casting off
B: direct the drift of the vessel
C: aid in its recovery
D: maintain maximum resistance to broaching
384: The radiotelegraphy groups indicating distress,
urgency, and safety, respectively are _____________.
A: SOS, ZZZ, XXX
B: SOS, UUU, SSS
C: SOS, XXX, TTT
D: SOS, TTT, UUU
385: If you are operating a non-ocean going 200 GT vessel,
how much of the accumulated oily waste must you be able
to retain on board?
A: 25%
B: 50%
C: 75%
D: 100%
386: On vessels subject to 46 CFR Subchapter T, Certification
Expiration Date Stickers ___________.
A: are issued along with a valid Certificate of
Inspection(COI) to indicate the date the COI expires
B: must be readily visible to each passenger prior to boarding
and to patrolling Coast Guard law enforcement personnel
C: must be placed on glass or other smooth surfaces where they
may be removed without damage to the vessel
D: All of the above
387: If your vessel is equipped with a radiotelephone, what must
also be aboard?
A: Certificate of Inspection
B: List of ship stations
C: Copy of ship to shore channels
D: Radio station license
388: A victim has suffered a second-degree burn to a small area
of the lower arm. What is the proper treatment for this
injury?
A: Immerse the arm in cold water for 1 to 2 hours, apply burn
ointment, and bandage.
B: Open any blisters with a sterile needle, apply burn ointment
and bandage.
C: Apply burn ointment, remove any foreign material and insure
that nothing is in contact with the burn.
D: Immerse the arm in cold water for 1 to 2 hours, open any
blister and apply burn ointment.
389: On a vessel of 9,000 tons displacement, compute the
reduction in metacentric height due to free surface in a
hold having free water on the tank tops. The hold is 20
feet long and 30 feet wide. The reduction in metacentric
height is __________.
A: .09 feet
B: .12 feet
C: .14 feet
D: .16 feet
390: A tank which carries liquid is dangerous to the stability of
a vessel when it is _____________________.
A: low in the vessel
B: completely empty
C: completely full
D: slack
391: Foam is a very effective smothering agent and _____________.
A: it provides cooling as a secondary effect
B: works well on extinguishing electrical fires
C: can be used to combat combustible metal fires
D: All of the above
392: What should be used to remove corrosion from the swivel on
the female coupling of a fire hose?
A: Bearing grease and a wire brush
B: Talc and fine sandpaper
C: Fish oil and a soft brush
D: Fresh water, soap, and a stiff brush
393: A sea anchor is _____________________.
A: a heavy anchor with an extra long line used to anchor in
deep water
B: a cone shaped bag used to slow down the wind drift effect
C: a padeye to which the sea painter is made fast
D: made of wood if it is of an approved type
394: If you are transmitting a distress message by radiotelephone
you should _____________.
A: use English language
B: always use the International Code
C: preface it by the word "interco"
D: follow the transmission with the radio alarm signal
395: You are operating a 1,000 GT non-ocean going tankship.
It must be equipped with _________________.
A: two pumps for discharging oily bilge slops
B: a fixed piping system for bilge slops with one outlet on
each side of the weather deck
C: a means on the weather deck to stop each pump used to
discharge oily waste
D: None of the above
396: Deck foam systems, designed to protect cargo areas on tank
vessels built after January 1, 1975, must have a supply of
foam-producing material to operate the system at its
designed rate of foam production for _________________.
A: 15 minutes without recharging
B: 20 minutes without recharging
C: 25 minutes without recharging
D: 30 minutes without recharging
397: The Departure Report, required by vessels participating in
AMVER, must be sent ___________.
A: as soon as practicable on leaving port
B: prior to departure
C: within 24 hours of departure
D: within 12 hours of departure
398: For small, first-degree burns the quickest method to relieve
pain is to __________.
A: immerse the burn in cold water
B: administer aspirin
C: apply petroleum jelly
D: apply a bandage to exclude air
399: What is the minimum number of people required to safely
handle a 2-1/2 inch fire hose?
400: Whenever a "T-Boat" is hauled out for repairs or
alterations affecting its safety you must ______________.
A: provide a complete set of plans to the Commandant
for review
B: notify the cognizant OCMI
C: schedule a full safety equipment inspection
D: Both B and C
401: On a vessel of 12,000 tons displacement, what is the
reduction in metacentric height due to free surface when a
tank 60 feet long and 60 feet wide is partially filled with
water?
A: 2.30 feet
B: 2.43 feet
C: 2.48 feet
D: 2.57 feet
402: To lubricate the swivel or remove corrosion from a fire hose
coupling, you should use _________________.
A: glycerine
B: graphite
C: kerosene
D: fresh water and soap
403: Due to the shape of the sea anchor, the best way to haul it
back aboard is by _________________.
A: hauling in on the anchor line as you would any anchor
B: getting all hands to assist
C: its trip line
D: cutting the line, as you cannot haul it back in
404: The radiotelegraph alarm signal is ______________.
A: SOS sent three times
B: ten one-second dashes with a four-second interval between
them
C: twelve four-second dashes with a one-second interval between
them
D: twelve one-second dashes with a short interval between them
405: A vessel in ocean service that does not have an approved
means of processing oily bilge slops or oily ballast must
have ________.
A: a fixed piping system for ballast discharge to a reception
facility
B: a discharge outlet for the ballast system on each side of
the weather deck
C: one portable adapter for a shore connection to the ballast
line
D: All of the above
406: A SOLAS passenger ship safety certificate is
required on all _____________________.
A: T-Boats carrying more than 49 passengers for hire
B: T-Boats that carry more than 12 passengers on an
international voyage
C: T-Boats carrying more than 150 passengers for hire
D: large excursion vessels on lakes, bays, sounds, and
river routes
407: Any person maintaining a listening watch on a
bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone must be able to ___________.
A: speak English
B: repair the unit
C: send Morse Code
D: speak a language the vessel's crew will understand
408: If a person is unconscious from electric shock, you should
first remove him from the electrical source and then ______.
A: administer ammonia smelling salts
B: check for serious burns on the body
C: determine if he is breathing
D: massage vigorously to restore circulation
409: What is the reduction in metacentric height due to free
surface when a tank 60 feet long and 30 feet wide is
partially filled with salt water, and is fitted with a
centerline bulkhead? (The vessel has a displacement of
10,000 tons.)
A: 0.1 foot
B: 0.8 foot
C: 1.0 foot
D: 1.2 feet
410: The effect of free surface on initial stability depends upon
______.
A: the amount of liquid in the compartment
B: the dimensions of the liquid surface and the vessel's
displacement
C: only the length of the compartment
D: the vertical position of the liquid in the vessel
411: Under Annex V to MARPOL 73/78, garbage discharged from
vessels that are located between 3 and 12 nautical miles
from nearest land must be ground to less than ________.
A: 1"
B: 1-1/4"
C: 1-1/2"
D: 2"
412: To get low-velocity fog from an all-purpose nozzle, you
would _______.
A: attach the bronze nozzle tip to the fog outlet of the
nozzle
B: attach an applicator to the nozzle in place of the bronze
nozzle tip
C: attach an applicator to the solid stream outlet on the
nozzle
D: simply move the handle to the vertical position on the
nozzle
413: Paint and oil lockers on small passenger vessels
must be constructed of or lined with ___________.
A: steel or equivalent material
B: fiberglass
C: sheetrock, asbestos, or other material that retards the
spread of fire
D: marine plywood
414: A vessel in distress should send by radio telephone the two
tone alarm signal followed immediately by the ___________.
A: distress position
B: spoken words "Mayday, Mayday, Mayday"
C: ship's name
D: ship's call letters
415: What must ocean going vessels of 100 GT be fitted with for
oily mixtures?
A: A fixed system to discharge the slops overboard
B: A fixed system to discharge oily mixtures to a reception
facility
C: A portable system to discharge the slops overboard
D: A portable system to discharge oily mixtures to a reception
facility
416: Under the regulations for cargo vessels, which statement is
TRUE concerning fireman's outfits?
A: If a vessel carries two outfits, they may be stored in the
same location.
B: Each fireman's outfit shall contain a flame safety lamp of
an approved type.
C: Each fireman's outfit shall contain a fresh-air breathing
apparatus.
D: All of the above
417: By regulation, you MUST keep a record of the use of your
radiotelephone for at least __________.
A: one month
B: four months
C: six months
D: one year
418: Treatments of heat exhaustion consist of _____.
A: moving to a shaded area and laying down
B: bathing with rubbing alcohol
C: placing the patient in a tub of cold water
D: All of the above
419: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 23'-03", AFT 27'-00"
B: FWD 23'-07", AFT 26'-07"
C: FWD 24'-01", AFT 26'-02"
D: FWD 24'-06", AFT 25'-10"
420: The most important figure in calculating the free surface
constant of a tank carrying liquids is _______________.
A: depth
B: length
C: displacement
D: breadth
421: After the initial AMVER Position Report, sent by a vessel
sailing foreign, subsequent Position Reports must be sent no
less frequently than every ______________.
A: 24 hours
B: 36 hours
C: 48 hours
D: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
422: The all-purpose nozzle will produce a fog spray when you
__________.
A: pull the nozzle handle all the way back toward the operator
B: pull the nozzle handle back to a position where the handle
is perpendicular to the plane of the nozzle
C: push the nozzle handle forward as far as it will go
D: insert a fog applicator between the fire hose and nozzle
423: When you stream a sea anchor, you should make sure that the
holding line is _____________.
A: long enough to cause the pull to be more horizontal than
downward
B: long enough to reach bottom
C: short enough to cause the pull to be downward
D: short enough to avoid tangling
424: What would be used to call all stations in your vicinity by
radiotelephone?
A: Calling all stations
B: Charlie Quebec
C: Alpha Alpha
D: Kilo
425: If you must pump bilges while a vessel is in port, you
should pump only ____________.
A: if discharge is led to a shore tank or barge
B: during the hours of darkness
C: on the outgoing tide
D: as much as is necessary
426: A 2,000 GT tankship is required to carry _______________.
A: emergency outfits only on an international voyage
B: one oxygen breathing apparatus with enough lifeline to reach
from the open deck to any part of the tanks
C: two self-contained breathing apparati
D: two canister type gas masks if such vessel is authorized to
carry grade A, B, C or D liquids
427: Radio station logs involving communications during a
disaster shall be kept by the station licensee for at least
____________.
A: 4 years from date of entry
B: 3 years from date of entry
C: 2 years from date of entry
D: 1 year from date of entry
428: Physical exertion on the part of a person who has fallen
into cold water would _____.
A: be the best thing to try if there was no rescue in sight
B: increase survival time in the water
C: increase the rate of heat loss from the body
D: not affect the heat loss from the body
429: You are at sea and not in a special area as defined in ANNEX
V of MARPOL. How many nautical miles from land must you be
to discharge ground garbage that will pass through a
one-inch (25 mm) screen into the sea?
A: 3 nm
B: 6 nm
C: 12 nm
D: 25 nm
430: The effects of free surface on a vessel's initial stability
do NOT depend upon the __________________.
A: volume of displacement of the vessel
B: dimensions of the surface of the liquid
C: amount of liquid in slack tanks
D: specific gravity of the liquid in the tank
431: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of: FWD
28'-04", AFT 31'-10". Cargo was loaded and discharged as
shown. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 29'-01", AFT 31'-04"
B: FWD 29'-05", AFT 31'-00"
C: FWD 29'-08", AFT 30'-09"
D: FWD 29'-11", AFT 30'-07"
432: One advantage of the "all-purpose nozzle" is that it ______.
A: can fit any size hose
B: converts a stream of water into a fog
C: increases the amount of water reaching the fire
D: can spray two streams of water at the same time
433: If passengers are on board when an abandon ship drill is
carried out, they should _____________________.
A: take part
B: watch
C: go to their quarters
D: stay out of the way and do what they want
434: You are underway in the Gulf of Mexico when you hear a
distress message over the VHF radio. The position of the
sender is about 20 miles south of Galveston, TX, and you are
about 80 miles ESE of Galveston. What action should you
take?
A: Immediately acknowledge receipt of the distress message
B: Defer acknowledgment for a short interval so that a coast
station may acknowledge receipt
C: Do not acknowledge receipt until other ships nearer to the
distress have acknowledged
D: Do not acknowledge receipt because you are too far away to
take action
435: If an emergency pump control is used as the emergency
shutdown on a tank vessel, it must ___________________.
A: stop the flow of oil at the main deck manifold
B: prevent the oil from leaving the shore facility
C: prevent the oil from siphoning through the pump
D: None of the above
436: Which item is NOT included in the fireman's outfit on a
cargo vessel?
A: Fire ax
B: Flashlight
C: rigid helmet
D: Fresh air breathing apparatus
437: On small passenger vessels bunks installed in overnight
passenger accommodation spaces _____________.
A: must be no less than 74" long and 24" wide with 24" of
clear space above
B: must not be located more than 3 high, fitted with a suitable
aid to access bunks more than 5' above deck
with suitable aids to access bunks more than 5' above deck
C: must be immediately adjacent to an aisle leading to a means
of escape
D: All of the above
438: A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of both
feet. You should _____.
A: immerse the feet in warm water
B: warm the feet with a heat lamp
C: warm the feet at room temperature
D: rub the feet
439: Fixed CO2 systems would not be used on crew's quarters or
_______.
A: the paint locker
B: spaces open to the atmosphere
C: cargo holds
D: the engine room
440: You are making a heavy lift with the jumbo boom. Your
vessel displaces 8390 T. The 40 ton weight is on the pier
and its center is 55' to starboard of the centerline. The
head of the boom is 110' above the base line and the center
of gravity of the lift when stowed on deck will be 45' above
the base line. As the jumbo boom takes the strain the ship
lists to 3.5². What is the GM with the cargo stowed?
A: 4.58 feet
B: 4.27 feet
C: 3.93 feet
D: 3.68 feet
441: Your vessel is broken down and rolling in heavy seas. You
can reduce the possibility of capsizing by ________________.
A: moving all personnel aft
B: constantly shifting the rudder
C: rigging a sea anchor
D: moving all personnel forward and low
442: On the all-purpose nozzle, the position of the valve when
the handle is all the way forward is _____________.
A: shut
B: fog
C: solid stream
D: spray
443: What does "EPIRB" stand for?
A: Emergency Position Indicating Radar Buoy
B: Electronic Pulse Indicating Radiobeacon
C: Emergency Position Indicating Radiobeacon
D: None of the above
444: A call between any two ship stations on an intership working
frequency shall have a maximum duration of _______________.
A: 2 minutes
B: 3 minutes
C: 4 minutes
D: 5 minutes
445: To serve as a person in charge of transfer operations on
board a self-propelled tank vessel, an individual must
_________________.
A: hold a valid officer's license for inspected vessels
B: be a certificated tankerman
C: be 30 years old
D: have a letter from the company stating his qualification
446: The number of fire axes required to be carried on a cargo
vessel of 14,000 GT and on an international voyage is
______.
447: According to the "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone
Act", what is NOT required in the radiotelephone log?
A: Distress and alarm signals transmitted or intercepted
B: Times of beginning and end of watch period
C: Routine navigational traffic
D: Daily statement about the condition of the required
radiotelephone equipment
448: Treatment of frostbite includes _____.
A: rubbing affected area with ice or snow
B: rubbing affected area briskly to restore circulation
C: wrapping area tightly in warm cloths
D: warming exposed parts rapidly
449: On a vessel of 9,000 tons displacement there are two slack
deep tanks of palm oil (SG .86). Each tank is 40 feet long
and 30 feet wide. What is the reduction in metacentric
height due to free surface with the vessel in sea water (SG
A: .27 ft
B: .48 ft
C: .57 ft
D: .74 ft
450: Which type of portable fire extinguisher is best suited for
putting out a Class D fire?
A: Dry chemical
B: CO2
C: Foam
D: Dry powder
451: On surface type offshore drilling units, each lifeboat and
life raft must be capable of being launched to the water at
the minimum operating draft when the unit has an adverse
list up to ___________.
A: 5ø
B: 10ø
C: 15ø
D: 20ø
452: When the handle of an all-purpose nozzle is in the forward
position, the nozzle will _________________.
A: produce high-velocity fog
B: produce low-velocity fog
C: produce a straight stream
D: shut off the water
453: You must shift a weight from the upper tween deck to
the lower hold. This shift will ________.
A: make the vessel more tender
B: make the vessel stiffer
C: increase the rolling period
D: decrease the metacentric height
454: Marine Operators, when calling a ship on VHF-FM
radiotelephone, normally call on channel ______.
455: Fuel for use on a vessel (300 GT or more constructed
before July 1, 1974) may be carried in independent tanks
forward of a collision bulkhead if the _________________.
A: tanks were designated, installed, or constructed for fuel
oil carrying before July 1, 1974
B: tank is 18 inches inboard of the hull structure
C: shell of the tank is of the same thickness or greater than
that of the vessel's hull
D: fuel has a flash point above 180ø F
456: On a vessel of 900 GT, the minimum number of fire axes
required is ___________.
457: According to the "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone
Act", your radiotelephone log must contain _______________.
A: a record of all routine calls
B: a record of your transmissions only
C: the home address of the vessel's Master or owner
D: a summary of all distress calls and messages
458: Which procedure should be followed when individuals are
rescued in cold climates and suffer from hypothermia?
A: Give them brandy.
B: Get them to a hot room.
C: Immerse them in a warm bath (105øF, 40øC).
D: Cover them with an electric blanket set for maximum
temperature.
459: What is the minimum number of people required to safely
handle a 1-1/2 inch fire hose?
460: A vessel of not more than 65 feet in length must have a
collision bulkhead if it carries more than __________.
A: 6 passengers
B: 12 passengers
C: 36 passengers
D: 49 passengers
461: Which statement about transmitting distress messages by
radiotelephone is INCORRECT?
A: It is advisable to follow a distress message on 2182 kHz by
two dashes of 10 to 15 seconds duration.
B: Channel 16 (156.8 mHz) may be used for distress messages.
C: If no answer is received on the designated distress
frequencies, repeat the distress call on any frequency
available.
D: Distress messages should first be transmitted on 2182 kHz.
462: When the handle of an all-purpose nozzle is in the vertical
position and without an applicator, the all-purpose nozzle
will _______.
A: produce high-velocity fog
B: produce low-velocity fog
C: produce a straight stream
D: shut off the water
463: When water-cooled engines are installed on small
passenger vessels, the cooling system ________.
A: pump must operate whenever the engine is operating
B: must have a suitable hull strainer in the raw water intake
C: may use a closed fresh water system
D: All of the above
464: You are making a telephone call ship-to-shore using the
VHF-FM service. You can tell that the working channel is
busy if you hear ___________.
A: speech
B: signalling tones
C: a busy signal
D: All of the above
465: A cargo hose is marked with the _________________.
A: maximum working pressure
B: bursting pressure
C: safety relief valve setting
D: maximum temperature
466: Deficient oxygen content inside a chain locker can be
detected with ______________________.
A: litmus paper
B: a combustible gas indicator
C: an oxygen breathing apparatus
D: an oxygen indicator
467: Which is the required location of the radiotelephone station
aboard a vessel to which the "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge
Radiotelephone Act" applies?
A: On the bridge or in the wheelhouse
B: In a separate radio compartment
C: Adjacent to the main power source
D: As high as possible on the vessel
468: The most effective warming treatment for a crew member
suffering from hypothermia is _____.
A: running or jumping to create heat
B: lying in the sun
C: a warm water bath
D: mouth-to-mouth resuscitation
469: A low-velocity fog applicator attached to a 2-1/2 inch
all-purpose nozzle is required to produce a fog pattern
diameter of at LEAST _________________.
A: 8 feet (2.4 m)
B: 22 feet (6.7 m)
C: 25 feet (7.6 m)
D: 65 feet (19.8 m)
470: A squeeze-grip type carbon-dioxide portable fire-
extinguisher has been partially discharged. It should be
_________.
A: replaced in its proper location if weight loss is no more
than 15%
B: labeled empty and recharged as soon as possible
C: replaced in its proper location regardless of weight
D: replaced in its proper location if weight loss is no more
than 25%
471: How many lifeboats MUST be carried on a mobile offshore
drilling unit with more than 30 people aboard?
472: When the handle of an all-purpose nozzle is pulled all the
way back, it will ________________.
A: produce high-velocity fog
B: produce low-velocity fog
C: produce a straight stream
D: shut off the water
473: Each small passenger vessel that operates on the high seas,
or beyond 3 miles from the coastline of the Great Lakes must
have a Category 1 406 MHz EPIRB that ___________.
A: is in good operating condition and is stowed near its
charger
B: will float free and clear of a sinking vessel and
automatically activate
C: is protected against all physical hazards
D: All of the above
474: You are making ship-to-shore telephone calls on VHF. You
should use the ___________.
A: VHF-FM service
B: coastal harbor service
C: high seas service
D: emergency broadcast service
475: The minimum bursting pressure for each cargo hose assembly
must be at least _____.
A: 300 psi
B: 400 psi
C: 500 psi
D: 600 psi
476: What type of gaging is required for a cargo of formic acid?
A: Open
B: Restricted
C: Closed
D: None of the above
477: The radiotelephone required by the "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge
Radiotelephone Act" is for the exclusive use of ___________.
A: the Master or person in charge of the vessel
B: a person designated by the Master
C: a person on board to pilot the vessel
D: All of the above
478: A crew member is unconscious and the face is flushed. You
should _____________.
A: lay the crew member down with the head and shoulders
slightly raised
B: administer a liquid stimulant
C: lay the crew member down with the head lower than the feet
D: attempt to stand the crew member upright to restore
consciousness
480: A tanker's mean draft is 32'-5". At this draft, the TPI is
178. The mean draft after loading 1200 tons will be
__________.
A: 33'
B: 33'-4"
C: 33'-8"
D: 33'-11"
481: How should the letter "D" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: DUKE
B: DA VID
C: DOG
D: DELL TAH
482: The high-velocity fog tip used with the all-purpose fire
fighting nozzle should always be _________________.
A: attached by a chain
B: coated with heavy grease to prevent corrosion
C: painted red for identity as emergency equipment
D: stored in the clip at each fire station
483: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 4184 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
27.8 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 25.8 feet
B: KG 26.6 feet
C: KG 27.2 feet
D: KG 28.0 feet
484: A message warning of a tropical storm should be sent as a(n)
______.
A: routine message
B: urgent message
C: distress message
D: safety message
485: The maximum allowable working pressure for each oil transfer
hose assembly must be at least _________.
A: 100 psi
B: 150 psi
C: 200 psi
D: 250 psi
486: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD28'-04", AFT 30'-11". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final
drafts.
A: FWD 29'-01", AFT 30'-10"
B: FWD 29'-03", AFT 30'-08"
C: FWD 29'-07", AFT 30'-08"
D: FWD 29'-08", AFT 30'-06"
487: Which statement is TRUE concerning radiotelephones on board
towing vessels?
A: There cannot be a radiotelephone located anywhere except in
the wheelhouse.
B: The officer in charge of the wheelhouse is considered to
have the radiotelephone watch.
C: Only distress messages may be transmitted over channel 13.
D: Only the Master of the vessel is allowed to speak over the
radiotelephone.
488: A rescuer can most easily determine whether or not an adult
victim has a pulse by checking the pulse at the ___________.
A: carotid artery in the neck
B: femoral artery in the groin
C: brachial artery in the arm
D: radial artery in the wrist
489: An extinguisher with 15 lbs. of CO2 or 10 lbs. of dry
chemical is a size _________________.
490: Which statement relating to AMVER (Automated
Mutual-assistance Vessel Rescue) is TRUE?
A: There is no cost to the ship or owner for messages sent
within the AMVER system.
B: An AMVER participant is under greater obligation to render
assistance to a vessel in distress than a non-participant.
C: An AMVER participant is not relieved of the obligation to
give 24 hour advance notice to the U.S. Coast Guard before
entering a U.S. port from offshore.
D: The AMVER system does not reduce the time lost for vessels
responding to calls for assistance.
491: Before starting to hoist provisions, which should be
checked?
A: Hoist rope is not kinked
B: Multiple part lines are not twisted around each other
C: The hook is centrally located over the load
D: All of the above
492: The spray of water produced by using the high-velocity fog
position on an all-purpose nozzle will have _______________.
A: greater range than low-velocity fog
B: lesser range than low-velocity fog
C: about the same range as low-velocity fog
D: greater range than a solid stream
493: Why are lifeboats usually double-enders?
A: They are more seaworthy and less likely to be swamped or
broach to.
B: They can go forward and backward more easily.
C: They require less space for stowing aboard ship.
D: There is no particular reason for this.
494: A message giving warning of a hurricane should have which
prefix when sent by radiotelephone?
A: Pan-Pan (3 times)
B: Securite Securite Securite
C: TTT TTT TTT
D: No special prefix
495: No vessel may use or carry an oil transfer hose larger than
3 inches unless it meets certain requirements. Which of the
following is NOT among those requirements?
A: Metallic reinforcement
B: A bursting pressure greater than 600 psi
C: A working pressure greater than 150 psi
D: Identification markings
496: The lifeboat releasing gear lever should be marked with the
words ____________.
A: "DANGER, DO NOT TOUCH"
B: "DANGER, BOAT MAY DROP"
C: "DANGER, LEVER RELEASES BOAT"
D: "DANGER, LEVER DROPS BOAT"
497: The Coast Guard broadcasts routine weather reports on
channels _________.
A: 13 or 14
B: 16 or 17
C: 21A or 22A
D: 44 or 45
498: An unconscious person should NOT be _____________.
A: placed in a position with the head lower than the body
B: given an inhalation stimulant
C: given something to drink
D: treated for injuries until conscious
499: In setting the valves on a steam-smothering system on a tank
vessel, the master control valve to cargo tanks should be
___________________.
A: open and individual tank valves open
B: open and the individual tank valves closed
C: closed and the individual tank valves closed
D: closed and the individual tank valves open
500: Safety shackles are fitted with ________________.
A: a threaded bolt
B: a round pin, with a cotter pin
C: a threaded bolt, locknuts, and cotter pins
D: round pins and locknuts
501: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1292 tons
B: 1248 tons
C: 1211 tons
D: 1172 tons
502: Penetrations and openings in watertight bulkheads in a small
passenger vessel less than 100 gross tons must ____________.
A: be kept as high and as far inboard as possible
B: not contain sluice valves that allow water to flow freely
from one watertight compartment to another
C: have some means to make them watertight
D: All of the above
503: Your vessel has lifeboats on both sides. Lifeboat No. 2 is
located ______________.
A: forward of lifeboat No. 4 on the starboard side
B: forward of lifeboat No. 4 on the port side
C: aft of lifeboat No. 1 on the starboard side
D: All of the above
504: If you wished to transmit a message by voice concerning the
safety of navigation, you would preface it by the word
__________.
A: Mayday
B: Pan-pan
C: Securite
D: Safety
505: Which vessel is NOT required to have a Pollution Placard
posted on board?
A: 15-foot passenger vessel
B: 75-foot towing vessel
C: 50-foot cabin cruiser used for pleasure only
D: 150-foot unmanned tank barge
506: The capacity of any liferaft on board a vessel can be
determined by ___________________.
A: examining the Certificate of Inspection
B: examining the plate on the outside of the raft container
C: referring to the station bill
D: referring to the shipping articles
507: While underway, if you are required to have a
radiotelephone, you must maintain a continuous listening
watch on channel _____.
A: 6 (156.3 MHz)
B: 12 (156.6 MHz)
C: 14 (156.7 MHz)
D: 16 (156.8 MHz)
508: Which should NOT be a treatment for a person who has
received a head injury and is groggy or unconscious?
A: Give a stimulant.
B: Elevate his head.
C: Stop severe bleeding.
D: Treat for shock.
509: Placing a lashing across a hook to prevent a fitting from
slipping out of the hook is called ____________________.
A: faking
B: flemishing down
C: mousing
D: worming
510: A new crew member, who has not received any safety
instructions or participated in any drills, reports on
board. The Master must provide a safety orientation
__________________.
A: within one week
B: within 24 hours
C: on reporting day if it occurs within normal work hours
D: before sailing
511: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 696 tons
B: 520 tons
C: 473 tons
D: 444 tons
512: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of: FWD
28'-08", AFT 29'-05". Cargo was loaded and discharged as
shown. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 28'-10", AFT 29'-04"
B: FWD 29'-02", AFT 29'-07"
C: FWD 29'-04", AFT 29'-04"
D: FWD 29'-05", AFT 29'-08"
513: Number 3 lifeboat would be ___________.
A: the forward boat on the starboard side
B: behind boat number 1 on the port side
C: behind boat number 1 on the starboard side
D: behind boat number 2 on the port side
514: You hear on the radiotelephone the word "Securite" spoken
three times. This indicates that ___________.
A: a message about the safety of navigation will follow
B: a message of an urgent nature about the safety of a ship
will follow
C: the sender is in distress and requests immediate assistance
D: you should secure your radiotelephone
515: Which statement is TRUE concerning the placard entitled
"Discharge of Oil Prohibited"?
A: It is required on all vessels.
B: It may be located in a conspicuous place in the wheelhouse.
C: It may be located at the bilge and ballast pump control
station.
D: All of the above
516: Which toxic gas is a product of incomplete combustion, and
is often present when a fire burns in a closed compartment?
A: Carbon dioxide
B: Hydrogen sulfide
C: Carbon monoxide
D: Nitric oxide
517: The VHF radiotelephone calling/safety/distress frequency is
_______.
A: 156.8 MHz (channel 16)
B: 156.7 MHz (channel 14)
C: 156.65 MHz (channel 13)
D: 156.6 MHz (channel 12)
518: A person who gets battery acid in an eye should IMMEDIATELY
wash the eye with ________.
A: boric acid solution
B: water
C: baking soda solution
D: ammonia
519: A vessel must have at least two fireman's outfits aboard if
she ___________.
A: is documented
B: is over 100 gross tons
C: is under foreign articles
D: has more than 49 people aboard
520: What is the displacement of a barge which measures 85' x 46'
x 13' and is floating in salt water with a draft of ten
feet?
A: 1117 tons
B: 1452 tons
C: 500 tons
D: 17.5 tons
521: On a vessel of 6,000 tons displacement there are two slack
tanks of carbon tetrachloride (SG 1.6). Each tank is 40 feet
long and 25 feet wide. What is the reduction in
metacentric height due to free surface with the vessel in
sea water (SG 1.025)?
A: .39 ft
B: .77 ft
C: .88 ft
D: .95 ft
522: A spanner is a ___________________.
A: cross connection line between two main fire lines
B: special wrench for tightening couplings in a fire hose line
C: tackle rigged to support a fire hose
D: None of the above
523: The bottom row of plating next to the keel of a lifeboat is
known as the _____________.
A: sheer strake
B: bilge strake
C: garboard strake
D: keel rib
524: The radiotelephone safety message urgently concerned with
safety of a person would be prefixed by the word _________.
A: Mayday
B: Pan
C: Safety
D: Interco
525: What would you consult to determine the number of persons
required on duty while loading a cargo of leaded gasoline on
your tanker?
A: 46 CFR Part 15 (Manning)
B: Certificate of Inspection
C: Oil Transfer Procedures Manual
D: IOPP Certificate
526: Motor-propelled lifeboats are required to have sufficient
fuel to operate continuously at 6 knots for how many hours?
527: The VHF radiotelephone frequency designated to be used only
to transmit or receive information pertaining to the safe
navigation of a vessel is _____.
A: 156.8 MHz (channel 16)
B: 156.7 MHz (channel 14)
C: 156.65 MHz (channel 13)
D: 156.6 MHz (channel 12)
528: If a person gets something in his or her eye and you see
that it is not embedded, you can _____.
A: get them to rub their eye until the object is gone
B: remove it with a match or toothpick
C: remove it with a piece of dry sterile cotton
D: remove it with a moist, cotton-tipped applicator
529: You are ordering ship's stores. Which statement is TRUE?
A: Up to five gallons of a flammable liquid may be stowed in
the engine room.
B: All stores of line, rags, linens and other similar type
stores must be certified by UL as being fire retardant.
C: Cylinders containing compressed gasses must be constructed
and tested in accordance with the Bureau of Standards.
D: All distress flares when received must be stored in the
portable magazine chest.
530: The TPI curve, one of the hydrostatic curves in a vessel's
plans, gives the number of tons ____________.
A: necessary to change the angle of list 1ø at a given draft
B: necessary to change trim 1 inch at a given draft
C: pressure per square inch on the vessel's hull at a given
draft
D: necessary to further immerse the vessel 1 inch at a given
draft
531: A CO2 portable extinguisher is annually checked by _____.
A: reading the gage pressure
B: weighing the extinguisher
C: discharging a small amount of CO2
D: seeing if the seal has been broken
532: Fire hose should be washed with _________________.
A: salt water and a wire brush
B: caustic soap
C: mild soap and fresh water
D: a holystone
533: What is the purpose of limber holes?
A: To allow for air circulation
B: To allow for stress and strain in rough waters
C: To allow water in the boat to drain overboard
D: To allow water in the bilge to get to the boat drain
534: Your vessel has been damaged and is taking on water, but you
do not require immediate assistance. You would preface a
message advising other vessels of your situation with _____.
A: Mayday-Mayday-Mayday
B: Pan-Pan (3 times)
C: Securite-Securite-Securite
D: SOS-SOS-SOS
535: What is NOT required to be contained in the oil transfer
procedures?
A: A line diagram of the vessel's oil transfer piping
B: The number of persons on duty during oil transfer
operations
C: Any special procedures for topping off tanks
D: The location and capacity of all fuel and cargo tanks on the
vessel
536: A fully loaded motor-propelled lifeboat must be capable of
attaining a speed of at least _____________.
A: 3 knots in smooth water
B: 6 knots in smooth water
C: 3 knots in rough water
D: 6 knots in rough water
537: What frequency has the FCC designated for the use of
bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone communications?
A: 156.275 MHz channel 65
B: 156.650 MHz channel 13
C: 157.000 MHz channel 28
D: 157.000 MHz channel 20
538: A victim is coughing and wheezing from a partial
obstruction of the airway. An observer should ___________.
A: perform the Heimlich maneuver
B: immediately start CPR
C: give back blows and something to drink
D: allow the person to continue coughing and dislodge the
obstruction on his own
539: On a vessel of 10,000 tons displacement, compute the
reduction in metacentric height due to free surface in a
hold having free water on tank tops. The hold is 50 feet
long and 50 feet wide. The reduction in metacentric height
is _______.
A: 1.2 feet
B: 1.1 feet
C: 1.3 feet
D: 1.5 feet
540: Of the following, the most important consideration for a
tank vessel is ________.
A: GM
B: the vertical center of gravity
C: the longitudinal center of gravity
D: the stress on the hull
541: The signal "AS" when used in signaling by the International
Code of Signals means "________________".
A: Over
B: Finished with transmission
C: Wait
D: Repeat this signal
542: Before inserting a low-velocity fog applicator into an
all-purpose nozzle, you must ____. (See illustration D004SA)
A: install the high-velocity nozzle tip
B: move the handle to position 2
C: move the handle to position 1
D: remove the high-velocity nozzle tip
543: Aluminum lifeboats are subject to damage by electrolytic
corrosion (the aluminum being eaten away). In working
around boats of aluminum you must be very careful _______.
A: to keep the boats covered at all times
B: not to leave steel or iron tools lying in or near these
boats
C: to keep an electric charge on the hull at all times
D: to rinse these boats regularly with salt water
544: In radiotelephone communications, the prefix PAN-PAN
indicates that ___________.
A: a ship is threatened by grave and imminent danger and
requests immediate assistance
B: a calling station has an urgent message about the safety of
a person
C: the message following the prefix will be about the safety of
navigation
D: the message following is a meteorological warning
545: The oil transfer procedures aboard a tanker transferring oil
are NOT required to contain _______________.
A: the name of each person designated as the person in charge
of transfer
B: a line diagram of the vessel's oil transfer piping
C: special procedures for topping off tanks
D: a description of the deck discharge containment system
546: Which statement is TRUE concerning a motor lifeboat?
A: It is propelled by engine or hand-propelling gear.
B: It has a sufficient fuel capacity, if motorized, for 24
hours of operation.
C: It must be able to maintain a loaded speed of 6 knots.
D: All of the above
547: Channel 13 (156.65 MHz), the designated bridge-to-bridge
channel, may NOT be used to _____.
A: exchange navigational information between vessels
B: exchange navigational information between a vessel and a
shore station
C: conduct necessary tests
D: exchange operating schedules with company dispatcher
548: A shipmate chokes suddenly, cannot speak, and starts to turn
blue. You should _______________.
A: perform the Heimlich maneuver
B: make the victim lie down with the feet elevated to get blood
to the brain
C: immediately administer CPR
D: do nothing until the victim becomes unconscious
549: If a vessel takes a sudden, severe list or trim from an
unknown cause, you should FIRST _________________.
A: determine the cause before taking countermeasures
B: assume the shift is due to off-center loading
C: counterflood
D: assume the cause is environmental forces
550: The normal tendency for a loaded tanker is to ____________.
A: hog
B: sag
C: have a permanent list
D: be very tender
551: A shaft alley divides a vessel's cargo hold into two tanks,
each 20 ft. wide by 60 ft. long. Each tank is filled with
saltwater below the level of the shaft alley. The vessel's
displacement is 7,000 tons. What is the reduction in GM due
to free surface effect?
A: .29 feet
B: .33 feet
C: .38 feet
D: .42 feet
552: When water pressure of 100 psi is used in conjunction with
an inline proportioner for the production of the mechanical
foam, a 5-gallon can of liquid foam will last _____________.
A: 1-1/2 minutes
B: 2-1/2 minutes
C: 5 minutes
D: 15 minutes
553: Which statement is TRUE concerning lifeboat gripes?
A: They must be released by freeing a safety shackle.
B: They should not be released until the boat is in lowering
position.
C: They may be adjusted by a turnbuckle.
D: They are normally used only with radial davits.
554: When using the International Code of Signals to communicate,
the end of a radiotelephone transmission is indicated by the
signal ____________.
555: The transfer procedures for oil products are required to be
posted ___.
A: in the pilothouse
B: in the officer's lounge
C: in the upper pumproom flat
D: where they can be easily seen or readily available
556: All lifeboats, rescue boats, and rigid-type life rafts shall
be stripped, cleaned, and thoroughly overhauled at least
once every _______.
A: 6 months
B: year
C: 18 months
D: two years
557: Under the "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Act"
the frequency for bridge-to-bridge communications is 156.65
MHz or channel ____.
558: A small passenger vessel operating on exposed or
partiallly protected waters may not have a port
light below the weather deck unless ___________.
A: its sill is at least 30 inches above the deepest
load waterline
B: it opens and has a solid, inside, hinged cover
C: it is made of thick transparent plastic
D: it is sealed shut
559: The maximum draft of the SS AMERICAN MARINER cannot exceed
28'-08" in order to cross a bar. The present drafts are:
FWD 28'-00", AFT 29'-00". Use the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the minimum
amount of sea water to ballast the forepeak to achieve this
condition.
A: 44.4 tons
B: 58.0 tons
C: 76.7 tons
D: 116.0 tons
560: On small passenger vessels each inlet or discharge pipe
penetrating the hull less than six inches above the
deepest load waterline _________.
A: must have a check valve to prevent water from entering
B: except for engine exhausts must have a means to prevent
water from entering the vessel if the pipe fails
C: must be fitted with a gate valve
D: must be sealed
561: The 12-foot low-velocity fog applicator ________________.
A: has a spray pattern 12 feet in diameter
B: can be used in conjunction with both 1-1/2 inch and 2-1/2
inch all-purpose nozzles
C: has a 90ø bend at its discharge end
D: has a screw thread end which connects to the all-purpose
nozzle
562: One gallon of high expansion foam solution will produce
____.
A: 8 to 10 gallons of foam
B: 25 to 50 gallons of foam
C: 100 to 200 gallons of foam
D: 500 to 1000 gallons of foam
563: Which item is of the most use in getting a lifeboat away
from a moving ship?
A: The falls
B: Sea painter
C: Boat painter
D: Boat hook
564: If you receive the signal over radiotelephone of "Romeo Papa
Tango" while using the International Code of Signals, you
should ____.
A: report to the caller
B: repeat your last transmission
C: continue since he received your last transmission
D: end the transmission
565: Small oil spills on deck can be kept from going overboard by
________.
A: driving wooden plugs into the vents
B: closing the lids on the vents
C: plugging the scuppers
D: plugging the sounding pipes
566: Lifeboats must be lowered into the water at least once every
_________________.
A: 3 months
B: 8 months
C: year
D: 2 years
567: On small passenger vessels if an item of lifesaving
equipment is not required but is installed __________.
A: both the equipment and its installation must be approved by
the Commandant
B: it must be removed from the vessel as excess equipment
C: it may remain aboard the vessel as excess equipment
regardless of its condition
D: it must be destroyed in the presence of a marine inspector
568: On a small passenger vessel, if an inlet or discharge pipe
is not accessible, its shut off valve ____________.
A: must be operable from the weather deck
B: may be operable from any accessible location above the
bulkhead deck
C: must be labelled at its operating point to show its
identity and direction of closing
D: All of the above
569: A shaft alley divides a vessel's cargo hold into two tanks,
each 25 ft. wide by 50 ft. long. Each tank is filled with
salt water below the level of the shaft alley. The vessel's
displacement is 6,000 tons. What is the reduction in GM due
to free surface effect?
A: .56 foot
B: .58 foot
C: .62 foot
D: .66 foot
570: On a vessel of 5,000 tons displacement there are two slack
tanks of acid (SG 1.8). Each tank is 30 feet long and 20
feet wide. What is the reduction in metacentric height due
to free surface with the vessel in sea water (SG 1.025)?
A: .11 ft
B: .21 ft
C: .40 ft
D: .82 ft
571: To increase the extent of flooding your vessel can suffer
without sinking, you could _______________________.
A: ballast the vessel
B: increase reserve buoyancy
C: lower the center of gravity
D: raise the center of gravity
572: Your tankship has 40 gallons of 6% foam concentrate
aboard. Approximately how much foam solution can be produced
from this supply?
A: 200 gallons
B: 420 gallons
C: 667 gallons
D: 986 gallons
573: The sea painter of a lifeboat should be led ______________.
A: forward and outside of all obstructions
B: forward and inside of all obstructions
C: up and down from the main deck
D: to the foremost point on the ship
574: You are calling another vessel by radiotelephone using the
International Code of Signals. He responds with the words
"Alpha Sierra". This indicates that _____________.
A: he cannot accept traffic immediately
B: you should proceed with your message
C: you should send your message in International Code
D: you should send your message in plain language
575: Pollution regulations require that each scupper in an
enclosed deck area have a _____________________.
A: wooden plug
B: soft rubber plug
C: two-piece soft patch
D: mechanical means of closing
576: Each lifeboat must be lowered and maneuvered in the water at
least once every ________________.
A: 2 months
B: 3 months
C: 4 months
D: 5 months
577: All towing vessels of 26 feet or longer while navigating are
required to carry which item?
A: At least two lifeboats
B: A radiotelephone
C: A loran receiver
D: None of the above
578: When fighting fires in spaces containing bottles of LPG
(liquefied petroleum gas), you should __________________.
A: attempt to isolate the fire from the LPG
B: cool the bottles or remove them from the fire area
C: see that the valves on all LPG bottles are closed
D: place insulating material over the bottles
579: The letter R followed by one or more numbers indicates
_______________.
A: a vessel's identity
B: bearing
C: visibility
D: distance
580: Freeboard is measured from the upper edge of the __________.
A: bulwark
B: deck line
C: gunwale bar
D: sheer strake
581: You are ordering ships' stores that are NOT consumer
commodities. Which statement is TRUE?
A: All flammable liquids must be stowed in the paint locker
or specially constructed integral tanks.
B: The label of a hazardous ships' store must include
instructions for safe stowage.
C: Replacement CO2 cylinders for the fixed fire fighting system
must have been tested within 8 years of receipt.
D: Cartridges for the line throwing appliance must be stored in
the portable magazine chest after receipt.
582: Extra chemicals for producing chemical foam should be stored
________.
A: in a freezer
B: in a cool dry place
C: at a temperature not less than 80ø F
D: in open bins
583: The minimum length of a boat painter for a lifeboat in ocean
service is _____________.
A: 60 fathoms
B: the distance from the main deck to the light waterline
C: twice the distance from the main deck to the light waterline
or 50 feet whichever is greater
D: two times the distance from the boat deck to the light
waterline or 50 feet whichever is greater
584: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD28'-08", AFT 29'-05". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final
drafts.
A: FWD 28'-09", AFT 29'-00"
B: FWD 28'-07", AFT 29'-01"
C: FWD 28'-05", AFT 29'-08"
D: FWD 28'-04", AFT 29'-05"
585: How long must a "Declaration of Inspection" be kept on
board?
A: One week
B: Two weeks
C: One month
D: Three months
586: On small passenger vessels, which material must not be used
in a valve or fitting for a hull penetration?
A: Cast bronze
B: Plastic
C: Cast iron
D: Stainless steel
587: Which vessel is NOT required to have a radiotelephone?
A: A 34-foot vessel engaged in towing
B: A dredge operating in a channel
C: A vessel of 100 GT carrying 50 passengers for hire
D: A 12-meter private yacht
588: At night while the ship is tied up to the dock, a fire
breaks out in a cargo hatch. After sounding the alarm, what
should the person on watch do?
A: Begin fighting the fire immediately.
B: Await further orders from the Master.
C: Let go the lines to let the vessel drift to an anchorage.
D: Send a person to summon the shore authorities.
589: Fires are grouped into what categories?
A: Class A, B, C, and D
B: Type 1, 2, 3, and 4
C: Combustible solids, liquids, and gases
D: Flammable solids, liquids, and gases
590: The distance between the waterline of a vessel and the main
deck is called _________________.
A: draft
B: freeboard
C: buoyancy
D: camber
591: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
09'-00", AFT 15'-11". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 2.82 feet
B: 2.97 feet
C: 3.15 feet
D: 3.24 feet
592: A foam-type portable fire extinguisher would be most useful
in combating a fire in ___________________.
A: solid materials such as wood or bales of fiber
B: flammable liquids
C: a piece of electrical equipment
D: combustible metallic solids
593: The sea painter is secured in the lifeboat by _____________.
A: a turn around a forward thwart with a toggle pin thru the
eye
B: a knot around a thwart
C: an eye splice placed over one of the hooks of the releasing
gear
D: All of the above
595: How long shall the operator of a vessel employed in the
transferring of oil to other vessels keep the Declaration of
Inspection of those transfers?
A: 1 week from date of signature
B: 2 weeks from date of signature
C: 1 month from date of signature
D: 6 months from date of signature
596: The Master of a cargo or tank vessel shall be responsible
that each lifeboat, except those free-fall launched, is
lowered to the water with crew and maneuvered at least once
every _____________.
A: week
B: month
C: three months
D: year
597: The "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Act" applies to
__________.
A: every towing vessel of 16 feet or over in length while
navigating
B: every vessel of 50 GT and upward, carrying one or more
persons for hire
C: all aircraft operating on the water
D: every power-driven vessel of 20 meters and upward while
navigating
598: A fire must be ventilated ______.
A: when using an indirect attack on the fire such as flooding
with water
B: to prevent the gases of combustion from surrounding the
firefighters
C: to minimize heat buildup in adjacent compartments
D: if compressed gas cylinders are stowed in the compartment on
fire
599: When starting CPR on a drowning victim, you should ________.
A: start chest compressions before the victim is removed from
the water
B: drain water from the lungs before ventilating
C: begin mouth-to-mouth ventilations in the water if possible
D: do not tilt the head back since it may cause vomiting
600: The amount of freeboard which a ship possesses has a
tremendous effect on its _______________.
A: initial stability
B: free surface
C: stability at large angles of inclination
D: permeability
601: Under the International Code, the signal "CQ" is NOT used
for signalling by _______________.
A: flag hoist
B: radiotelephony
C: radiotelegraphy
D: flashing light
602: What does "EPIRB" stand for?
A: Emergency Position Indicating Radar Buoy
B: Electronic Pulse Indicating Radiobeacon
C: Emergency Position Indicating Radiobeacon
D: None of the above
603: The painter which is to be attached to the thwart of a
lifeboat should _________________.
A: be fitted at the end with an approved safety shackle
B: have a long eye splice at the end, and a shackle and pin
should be attached to the painter with a lanyard
C: have a long eye splice at the end, and a hardwood toggle
should be attached to the thwart with a lanyard
D: be fitted with a swivel and quick-releasing pelican hook
604: To prevent loss of stability from free communication
flooding you should ____________.
A: close the cross-connection valve between the off-center
tanks
B: completely flood high center tanks
C: ballast double bottom wing tanks
D: close any opening to the sea in an off-center tank
605: The owner of a vessel subject to the pollution regulations
shall keep a written record available for inspection by the
Captain of the Port, of ________.
A: the name of each person currently designated as a person in
charge
B: the date and result of the most recent test on the system
relief valves
C: the date and location of each inspection of the bilge
overboard discharge valves
D: All of the above
606: When lifeboat winches with grooved drums are fitted on a
vessel the lead sheaves to the drums shall be located to
provide fleet angles of not more than _________________.
A: 4ø
B: 8ø
C: 12ø
D: 16ø
607: The "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Act" applies to
which towboat?
A: A 100 GT towboat, 24 feet in length
B: A 90-foot towboat tied to the pier
C: A 60-foot towboat towing by pushing ahead
D: A 400 GT towboat anchored
608: A fire of escaping liquefied flammable gas is best
extinguished by __________________.
A: cooling the gas below the ignition point
B: cutting off the supply of oxygen
C: stopping the flow of gas
D: interrupting the chain reaction
609: Which small passenger vessel(s) is/are NOT required to
carry a Category 1 406 MHz EPIRB?
A: A coastwise vesssel whose route does not take it more than
three miles from shore
B: A vessel operating on lakes, bays, sounds, and rivers
C: A vessel operating within three miles from the coastline of
the Great Lakes
D: All of the above
610: The amount of freeboard which a ship possesses has a
tremendous effect on its ____________.
A: initial stability
B: free surface
C: permeability
D: stability at large angles of inclination
611: The maximum mean draft to which a vessel may be safely
loaded is called ______.
A: mean draft
B: calculated draft
C: deep draft
D: load line draft
612: The service life of distress signals must be not more than
________________.
A: forty-two months from the date of manufacture
B: six months from the date of the last inspection
C: 12 months from the date of manufacture
D: three years from the date of purchase
613: The length of the steering oar in a lifeboat is __________.
A: shorter than the rowing oars
B: the same length as the rowing oars
C: longer than the rowing oars
D: unrelated to the length of the rowing oars
614: Your vessel is damaged and listing to port. There is ashort
rolling period around the angle of list. The portside
freeboard is reduced to 1 foot. There is no trim andthe
weather is calm. You should FIRST _____.
A: press up a slack double bottom tank on the port side
B: fill an empty centerline double bottom tank
C: pump out a slack marine portable tank located on the
portside amidships
D: jettison the anchors and anchor cables
615: The owner or operator of each vessel subject to the
pollution regulations is NOT required to keep written
records of _______.
A: the name of each person designated as a person in charge
B: the date and results of the most recent equipment inspection
C: cargoes carried and dates delivered, including destinations
D: dates and locations of valve inspections
616: Winch drums for lifeboat falls shall have a diameter at the
base of the groove equal to at least
_______________________.
A: 6 times the diameter of the wire rope
B: 8 times the diameter of the wire rope
C: 12 times the diameter of the wire rope
D: 16 times the diameter of the wire rope
617: For the purposes of distress signalling, small passenger
vessels that operate on runs of more than 30 minutes
duration on lakes, bays and sounds, and river routes must
carry _______.
A: A radiotelephone
B: Three hand red flare distress signals, and three hand
orange smoke distress signals
C: A "Very" pistol and flare kit
D: An approved noise-making device
618: You are on watch at night in port and discover a fire in #1
hatch. Which action should you take FIRST?
A: Advise the Chief Mate and Master.
B: Release carbon dioxide into the hatch.
C: Sound the general alarm.
D: Lead a fire hose to the hatch.
619: A fire in the galley ALWAYS poses the additional threat of
______.
A: contaminating food with extinguishing agent
B: spreading through the engineering space
C: causing loss of stability
D: a grease fire in the ventilation system
620: A vessel's LCG is determined by _________________.
A: dividing the total longitudinal moment summations by
displacement
B: dividing the total vertical moment summations by
displacement
C: multiplying the MT1 by the longitudinal moments
D: subtracting LCF from LCB
621: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine about
to surface because of an emergency on board is __________.
A: white
B: green
C: yellow
D: red
622: Most enclosed lifeboats will right themselves after
capsizing IF the _________.
A: lower ballast tanks are filled with water
B: passengers are strapped to their seats
C: sea anchor is deployed to windward
D: fuel tanks are not less than half full
623: How many lifeboats MUST be carried on a mobile offshore
drilling unit with more than 30 people aboard?
624: Each EPIRB and SART for lifeboats shall be tested _______.
A: weekly
B: every 2 weeks
C: monthly
D: every 3 months
625: When the Captain of the Port or Officer in Charge, Marine
Inspection issues an order of suspension to the operator of
a vessel concerning oil transfer operations, it ___________.
A: shall be effective immediately
B: includes a statement of each condition requiring immediate
action to prevent discharge of oil
C: must be renewed every 24 hours to remain in effect
D: All of the above
627: Distress flares and smoke signals for small passenger
vessels _________.
A: are not required aboard vessels on runs of less than 30
minutes duration
B: must be Coast Guard approved and stowed in a portable,
watertight container
C: must be marked with an expiration date not more than 42
months from the date of manufacture
D: All of the above
628: The most likely location for a liquid cargo fire to occur on
a tanker would be ________________.
A: in the midships house
B: at the main deck manifold
C: at the vent header
D: in the pumproom
629: Sign(s) of respiratory arrest requiring artificial
respiration is(are) _____.
A: vomiting
B: blue color and lack of breathing
C: irregular breathing
D: unconsciousness
630: Reserve buoyancy is _______________.
A: also called GM
B: the void portion of the ship below the waterline which is
enclosed and watertight
C: affected by the number of transverse watertight bulkheads
D: the watertight portion of a vessel above the waterline
631: You are at the helm of a ketch-rigged sailing vessel under
sail on the starboard tack, close hauled, with all
appropriate sails set and properly trimmed. You are
instructed to "bear off quickly". To utilize your sails to
assist with the turn, you should _______________.
A: slack the mizzen sheet
B: trim the mizzen vang
C: slack the jib sheet
D: trim the main outhaul
632: Portable foam type fire extinguishers are most effective
on _______.
A: mattress fires
B: oil fires
C: wood fires
D: All of the above
633: A sweep oar is an oar that is _________.
A: generally shorter than the others and is used to steer with
B: is longer than the others and is used as the stroke oar
C: is raised in the bow of the boat for the steersman to steer
by
D: longer than the others used for steering
634: You are fighting a fire in a watertight compartment using
hoses and salt water. Stability may be reduced because of
_______________.
A: progressive downflooding
B: reduction of water in the storage tanks
C: increase in free surface which reduces the metacentric
height
D: reduction of KG to the minimum allowable
635: The person in charge on the vessel and the person in charge
at the facility must hold a meeting before starting the
transfer of oil. Who must decide to start the transfer?
A: The person in charge on the vessel
B: The person in charge at the facility
C: Both persons in charge
D: The person in charge of either place that is doing the
pumping
636: What is required by regulations concerning the stowage of
lifeboats on cargo vessels?
A: Each lifeboat must have a launching appliance.
B: Launching appliances must be of the gravity type.
C: There may not be more than two launching appliances on the
same deck.
D: All of the above
637: The date and time kept in the radiotelephone log shall
commence at _____.
A: midnight
B: noon
C: beginning of the watch
D: any convenient time
638: You are on watch at sea, at night, when the ordinary seaman
reports a fire in number five upper tween deck. Which of the
following should NOT be done immediately?
A: Sound the general alarm
B: Secure mechanical cargo hold ventilation
C: Call for water on deck
D: Release carbon dioxide into the affected compartment
639: A fire hose with a nozzle attached must be connected to each
hydrant except when exposed to heavy weather or when the
______________.
A: fire hose might be damaged by cargo operations
B: vessel is in port
C: fire-main system is not charged
D: fire pumps are used for purposes other than supplying water
to the fire main
640: The volume of watertight spaces of a vessel above its
waterline is the vessel's _______________.
A: free surface
B: marginal stability
C: reserve buoyancy
D: freeboard
641: You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. On
board is the cargo listed. What is the height above the
main deck of the center of gravity of the cargo?
A: 1.76 feet
B: 1.97 feet
C: 2.21 feet
D: 2.32 feet
642: As an extinguishing agent, foam _____.
A: conducts electricity
B: should be directed at the base of the fire
C: is most effective on burning gases which are flowing
D: extinguishes by cooling oil fires below ignition temperature
643: The steering oar in a lifeboat is usually referred to as the
_________.
A: bumpkin oar
B: stroke oar
C: sweep oar
D: becket oar
644: The difference between the forward and aft drafts is ______.
A: list
B: heel
C: trim
D: flotation
645: A tug should not come alongside a tank vessel in way of its
cargo tanks while it is loading grade A, B, or C cargo
without the permission of the ______.
A: the cognizant OCMI
B: superintendent of the shoreside facility
C: local fire department
D: officer in charge of the vessel which is loading
647: Under the "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Act", the
maximum power of all transmitters used shall be not more
than ________.
A: 25 watts
B: 50 watts
C: 75 watts
D: 100 watts
648: Ring life buoys used aboard a small passenger vessels are
required to be what color?
A: White
B: White or international orange
C: Orange
D: Any highly visible color easily seen from the air
649: The lifeline of a life float or buoyant apparatus
shall____________.
A: be at least 3/8 inch diameter and properly secured around
the sides and ends of the device
B: be festooned in bights not longer than three feet long
C: have a seine float in each bight unless the line is an
inherently buoyant material
D: All of the above
650: Which is an indication of reserve buoyancy?
A: Metacentric height
B: Righting moment
C: Rolling period
D: Freeboard
651: Small passenger vessels not limited to service during
daylight hours must carry __________.
A: a radar maintained in good operating condition
B: a collision bulkhead
C: a white 20 point anchor light
D: at least one floating water light
652: How does foam extinguish an oil fire?
A: By cooling the oil below the ignition temperature
B: By removing the fuel source from the fire
C: By excluding the oxygen from the fire
D: By increasing the weight of the oil
653: A tank vessel transferring non-flammable hazardous cargo in
bulk must display warning signs. These signs must ________.
A: be visible from both sides and from forward and aft
B: indicate "NO SMOKING"
C: be displayed only while transferring cargo and fast to a
dock
D: use black lettering on a white background
654: Which of the following statements about transmitting
distress messages by radiotelephone is INCORRECT?
A: Distress messages should first be transmitted on 2182 kHz.
B: Channel 16 (156.8 mHz) may be used for distress messages.
C: If no answer is received on the designated distress
frequencies, repeat the distress call on any frequency
available.
D: It is advisable to follow a distress message on 2182 kHz by
two dashes of 10 to 15 seconds duration.
655: The spread of fire is NOT prevented by _____________.
A: shutting off the oxygen supply
B: cooling surfaces adjacent to the fire
C: removing combustibles from the endangered area
D: removing smoke and toxic gases by ensuring adequate
ventilation
656: The governor brake shall be capable of controlling the speed
of lowering a fully equipped lifeboat with its complement
of persons on board at _________________.
A: safe speed only specified
B: not less than 120 feet per minute
C: not more than 120 feet per minute
D: not more than 90 feet per minute
657: What is the normal operating power for ship-to-ship
communications on channel 13?
A: 1 watt or less
B: 5 watts
C: 10 watts
D: 20 watts
658: The ventilation system of your ship has fire dampers
restrained by fusible links. Which statement is TRUE?
A: A fusible link will automatically open after a fire is
extinguished and reset the damper.
B: Fusible links must be replaced at every inspection for
certification.
C: Fusible links are tested by applying a source of heat to
them.
D: Fusible links must be replaced if a damper is activated.
659: A vessel carries three slack tanks of gasoline (SG .68).
The vessel's displacement is 8,000 tons. Each tank is 50
ft. long and 20 ft. wide. What is the reduction in GM due
to free surface with the vessel floating in sea water
(SG 1.026)?
A: .20 feet
B: .24 feet
C: .28 feet
D: .30 feet
660: Reserve buoyancy is _________________.
A: the watertight part of a vessel above the waterline
B: the void portion of the ship below the waterline which is
enclosed and watertight
C: transverse watertight bulkheads
D: a measure of metacentric height
661: The Master of a fishing vessel must ensure that each crew
member participates in at least one fire drill every
________________.
A: day
B: week
C: month
D: 3 months
662: Foam extinguishes a fire mainly by _________________.
A: cooling
B: chemical action
C: smothering
D: inerting the air
663: Stretchers are fitted in lifeboats to provide a __________.
A: place for people to lie down
B: means for rigging the sail
C: place for rowers to brace their feet
D: suitable means for water to drain below the footings
664: Your vessel is in distress and you have made radiotelephone
contact with a U.S. Coast Guard vessel. The Coast Guard
vessel requests that you give him a long count. This
indicates that _______________.
A: your radio transmitter is not working properly
B: the Coast Guard vessel is testing its receiver
C: the Coast Guard vessel is taking a radio direction finder
bearing on your vessel
D: the Coast Guard vessel is requesting your position in
latitude and longitude
665: Who may serve as the "person in charge" of loading and
discharge operations aboard a tankship?
A: Only licensed officers
B: Certificated tankerman
C: The pumpman
D: The bosun
667: Failure to comply with, or enforce, the provisions of the
"Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Act" can result in
a ______.
A: $500 civil penalty charged against the person in charge
of the vessel
B: $1500 civil penalty charged against the person in
charge of the vessel
C: $500 criminal penalty charged against the Master
D: $1500 criminal penalty charged against the Master
668: The midships house of your break bulk ship is constructed
with an interior stairtower from the main deck to the
bridge. Under what circumstances may the doors from each
deck to the stairtower be kept open when underway?
A: They are to be kept closed at all times.
B: They may be kept open if the ventilation or air conditioning
system is shut down.
C: They may be kept open if they can be automatically closed
from the bridge.
D: They can be kept open if the station bill has personnel
designated to close them in case of fire.
669: You are ordering ships' stores. Which statement is TRUE?
A: Aerosol cans of engine starting fluid must be stowed in
either the paint locker or portable magazine after receipt.
B: Drugs and medicines must be stowed in accordance with the
directives of the Food and Drug Administration.
C: Flammable ship's stores must be certified for use on
inspected vessels by Underwriter's Laboratories.
D: Properly labeled consumer commodities need not be labeled
in accordance with Title 46 CFR.
670: Which action will affect the trim of a vessel?
A: Moving high weights lower
B: Adding weight at the tipping center
C: Moving a weight forward
D: All of the above
671: When signaling a course using the International Code of
Signals, the signal _____________.
A: must be followed by "T", "M" or "C" to indicate if it is
true, magnetic or compass
B: should be preceded by the letters CSE
C: should include the compass deviation if a compass course is
signalled
D: always indicates a true course unless indicated otherwise
in the message
672: A foam-type portable fire extinguisher is most useful in
fighting a fire in _____________.
A: generators
B: oil drums
C: the bridge controls
D: combustible metals
673: The grab rail of a metal lifeboat is normally located _____.
A: along the turn of the bilge
B: along each side of the keel
C: near the top of the gunwale
D: at the bow and at the stern
674: A distress frequency used on radiotelephone is ____________.
A: 400 kilohertz
B: 2182 kilohertz
C: 2728 kilohertz
D: 8221 kilohertz
675: Who completes the Declaration of Inspection before loading a
tank vessel?
A: The U.S. Coast Guard
B: The manager of the shore facility
C: The person(s) designated in-charge
D: The American Bureau of Shipping
676: Your vessel has 3 lifeboats on each side. The middle boat
on the starboard side is designated as boat number _______.
A: 2
B: 2 STARBOARD
C: 3
D: 4
677: A vessel which violates the "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge
Radiotelephone Act" may be fined up to _________.
A: $100
B: $500
C: $1000
D: $1500
678: Fire may be spread by which means?
A: Conduction of heat to adjacent surfaces
B: Direct radiation
C: Convection
D: All of the above
679: All of the following are part of the fire triangle EXCEPT
_____________.
A: heat
B: oxygen
C: electricity
D: fuel
680: The ship's tanks most effective for trimming are the ______.
A: deeps
B: domestics
C: peaks
D: settlers
681: Size III, IV, and V extinguishers are considered ________.
A: hand portable
B: all purpose
C: fixed extinguishers
D: semi-portable
682: How are lifelines attached to a life float?
A: By serving
B: By splicing one end of the line around the apparatus
C: Securely attached around the outside in bights no
longer than three feet
D: With an approved safety hook or shackle
683: The purpose of air tanks in a lifeboat is to __________.
A: make the boat float higher
B: provide a stowage place for provisions
C: add strength to the boat
D: keep the boat afloat if flooded
684: The Coast Guard emergency radiotelephone frequency is
______.
A: 2132 kilohertz
B: 2182 kilohertz
C: 2670 kilohertz
D: 2750 kilohertz
685: The operator of each vessel engaged in a vessel-to-vessel
oil transfer operation must keep a signed copy of the
declaration of inspection for ___________.
A: 10 days
B: 1 month
C: 6 months
D: 1 year
686: You should be most concerned about a possible explosion or
fire in fuel tanks ___________.
A: during fueling when the fuel first strikes the tank bottom
B: during fueling when the fuel strikes fuel already in the
tank
C: when underway as the fuel is moved by wave action
D: shortly after fueling when fuel vapors gather
687: The Master or person in charge of a vessel subject to the
"Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Act" who fails to
comply with the Act or the regulations thereunder may be
fined not more than _______.
A: $2,000
B: $1,500
C: $1,000
D: $500
688: Which may ignite fuel vapors?
A: Static electricity
B: An open and running motor
C: Loose wiring
D: All of the above
689: After a person has been revived by artificial respiration,
he should be _____.
A: walked around until he is back to normal
B: given several shots of whiskey
C: kept lying down and warm
D: allowed to do as he wishes
690: Those ship's tanks that are particularly important for
trimming the ship are the __________.
A: domestics
B: settlers
C: deeps
D: peaks
691: According to the Code of Federal Regulations, on vessels
other than river ferryboats and river vessels, how are
periodic lifeboat weight tests required to be conducted?
A: The lifeboat is lowered to near the water, loaded with the
allowed capacity, lowered into the water until afloat, then
released from the falls.
B: The lifeboat is loaded with the allowed capacity, lowered
into the water until afloat, then released from the falls.
C: The lifeboat is lowered into the water until afloat, loaded
with the allowed capacity, then released from the falls.
D: The lifeboat is lowered to near the water, loaded with the
allowed capacity, then released from the falls.
692: Why should foam be banked off a bulkhead when extinguishing
an oil fire?
A: To coat the surrounding bulkheads with foam in case the fire
spreads
B: To cool the bulkhead closest to the fire
C: To prevent any oil on the bulkheads from igniting
D: To prevent agitation of the oil and spreading the fire
693: You are operating a fire hose with an applicator attached.
If you put the handle of the nozzle in the vertical position
you will _____.
A: produce high-velocity fog
B: produce low-velocity fog
C: produce a straight stream
D: shut off the water
694: What is the international distress frequency for
radiotelephones?
A: 500 kHz
B: 1347 kHz
C: 2182 kHz
D: 2738 kHz
695: The Declaration of Inspection made before oil transfer
operations must be signed by the _____________________.
A: Master of the vessel
B: Captain of the Port
C: person(s) in charge
D: All of the above
696: For each person it is certified to carry, a lifeboat on an
oceangoing passenger vessel must be provided with all of
the following EXCEPT ____.
A: 3 litres of water
B: 1 unit of provisions
C: 1 seasickness kit
D: 1 life preserver
697: A violation of the "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone
Act" may result in a _______.
A: civil penalty of $500 against the Master or person in
charge of a vessel
B: civil penalty of $1,000 against the vessel itself
C: suspension and/or revocation of an operator's FCC license
D: All of the above
698: The spread of fire is prevented by ______________________.
A: cooling surfaces adjacent to the fire
B: removing combustibles from the endangered area
C: shutting off the oxygen supply
D: All of the above
699: What is the minimum length of a life floats paddle on a
small passenger vessel?
A: Three feet
B: Four feet
C: Five feet
D: Six feet
700: Intact buoyancy is a term used to describe ________________.
A: the volume of all intact spaces above the waterline
B: an intact space below the surface of a flooded area
C: an intact space which can be flooded without causing a ship
to sink
D: the space at which all the vertical upward forces of
buoyancy are considered to be concentrated
701: Which statement about free surface is TRUE?
A: A partially filled space with 40% surface permeability
will have greater free surface effect than one with 60%
surface permeability.
B: Pocketing increases the loss of GM due to free surface
effect.
C: Cargo with a specific gravity of 1.05 has less free surface
effect than a cargo with a specific gravity of 0.98.
D: Pocketing occurs at small angles of inclination when a tank
is 98% full.
702: Which statement about firefighting foam is TRUE?
A: Foam conducts electricity.
B: To be most effective, foam should be directed at the base of
the fire.
C: Foam is most effective on burning liquids which are flowing.
D: Foam can ONLY be used to extinguish class A fires.
703: How many life preservers are provided in each lifeboat?
A: None
B: Two
C: One for each person the boat is certified to carry
D: Only work vests are provided
704: Which radiotelephone transmission may be sent over channel
A: Distress signal MAYDAY
B: Call to a particular station
C: A meteorological warning
D: All of the above
705: Your vessel is at a dock taking bunkers through a pipe laid
down on the dock. If oil begins to flow out of a tank vent,
what should you do FIRST?
A: Open the intake valve to an adjacent tank.
B: Set out drip pans and sawdust and begin to mop up the spill.
C: Signal the shore control point to shut down.
D: Close the valve on the tank vent line.
706: The painter on a life float or buoyant apparatus shall
_____________.
A: have a minimum breaking strength of 3,000 lbs. if the
capacity of the lifesaving gear is 50 persons or greater
B: be resistant to ultraviolet sunlight deterioration
C: be stowed to pay out freely if the vessel sinks
D: All of the above
707: If your bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone ceases to operate,
you must ___________________.
A: immediately anchor your vessel and arrange for repairs to
the system
B: moor your vessel at the nearest dock available and arrange
for repairs to the system
C: arrange for the repair of the system to be completed within
48 hours
D: exercise due diligence to restore the system at the earliest
practicable time
708: Removing which will extinguish a fire?
A: Nitrogen
B: Carbon dioxide
C: Sodium
D: Oxygen
709: What is the reduction in metacentric height due to free
surface when a tank 60 ft. wide and 60 ft. long is partially
filled with saltwater? (The vessel's displacement is 10,000
tons.)
A: 3.00 feet
B: 3.09 feet
C: 3.15 feet
D: 3.20 feet
710: Buoyancy is a measure of the ship's ____________________.
A: ability to float
B: deadweight
C: freeboard
D: midships strength
711: When administering artificial respiration to an adult, the
breathing cycle should be repeated about __________________.
A: 12 to 15 times per minute
B: 18 to 20 times per minute
C: 20 to 25 times per minute
D: as fast as possible
712: Which statement is TRUE concerning the application of foam
on an oil fire?
A: It cools the surface of the liquid.
B: It gives protection to fire fighting personnel against the
heat of the fire.
C: It forms a smothering blanket on the surface of the oil.
D: It should be used at the same time a solid stream of water
is being applied.
713: Preventer bars are fitted on lifeboat releasing gear to
prevent _____.
A: the falls from unhooking if the releasing gear is operated
accidentally
B: operation of the release lever until the boat is waterborne
C: the falls from rehooking after they have been released
D: accidental unhooking when the falls become slack
714: A Coast Guard radiotelephone message about an aid to
navigation that is off station is preceded by the word ____.
A: "PAN-PAN"
B: "MAYDAY"
C: "SOS"
D: "SECURITY"
715: Your vessel is taking on fuel when a small leak develops in
the hose. You order the pumping stopped. Before you resume
pumping, you should ___________.
A: notify the terminal superintendent
B: place a large drip pan under the leak and plug the scuppers
C: repair the hose with a patch
D: replace the hose
716: The required amount of water for each person in a lifeboat
on an oceangoing vessel is _____________.
A: 1 litre
B: 2 litres
C: 3 litres
D: 4 litres
717: If your radiotelephone fails while underway, __________.
A: you must visually signal oncoming vessels
B: you must immediately tie up in the nearest port until the
radiotelephone is repaired
C: you must anchor until the radiotelephone is repaired
D: the loss of the radiotelephone must be considered in
navigating the vessel
718: Painters fitted to life floats and buoyant apparatus with a
capacity of 49 or less persons must _____________.
A: be of manila rope or equivalent, not less than two inches
in circumference and not less than four fathoms long
B: be 100 feet long and have a breaking strength of at least
1500 lbs.
C: be at least 100 feet long and have a breaking strength of
3,000 lbs.
D: be made of 90 feet of 3/8" nylon
719: A fire hose has a _______________.
A: male coupling at both ends
B: female coupling at both ends
C: female coupling at the nozzle end and a male coupling at the
hydrant end
D: male coupling at the nozzle end and a female coupling at the
hydrant end
720: The center of volume of the immersed portion of the hull is
called the ________________________.
A: center of buoyancy
B: center of flotation
C: center of gravity
D: tipping center
721: Forces within a vessel have caused a difference between the
starboard and port drafts. This difference is called _____.
A: list
B: heel
C: trim
D: flotation
722: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 23'-03", AFT 27'-00"
B: FWD 23'-07", AFT 26'-07"
C: FWD 24'-01", AFT 26'-02"
D: FWD 24'-06", AFT 25'-10"
723: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine to
indicate an emergency condition within the submarine is
__________.
A: red
B: white
C: yellow
D: green
724: Messages concerning weather conditions transmitted by
radiotelephone are preceded by ___________.
A: MAYDAY
B: PAN-PAN
C: SECURITE
D: SOS
725: You notice oil on the water near your vessel while taking on
fuel. You should FIRST ______________.
A: stop fueling
B: notify the senior deck officer
C: notify the terminal superintendent
D: determine whether your vessel is the source
726: On an oceangoing vessel, for each person a lifeboat
(without desalting kits) is certified to carry, the boat
must be supplied with ______________.
A: 2 pounds of condensed milk
B: a signaling whistle
C: 3 litres of water
D: a life preserver
727: Under the "Vessel Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Act",
failure of a vessel's radiotelephone equipment _______.
A: constitutes a violation of the Act
B: obligates the operator to moor or anchor the vessel
immediately
C: requires immediate, emergency repairs
D: does not, in itself, constitute a violation of the Act
728: When water is used to fight a fire on board a ship, the
effect of the weight of the water must be taken into
account. How much sea water will increase the weight
displacement by one ton?
A: 64 cubic feet
B: 35 cubic feet
C: 100 gallons
D: 500 liters
729: At what rate would you render mouth to mouth or mouth to
nose artificial respiration to an adult?
A: 4 to 6 times per minute
B: 12 to 15 times per minute
C: 20 to 30 times per minute
D: At least 30 times per minute
730: The percentage of the total surface area or volume of a
flooded compartment that can be occupied by water caused by
damage is known as ________________________.
A: one compartment standard
B: center of flotation
C: permeability
D: form gain
731: If Annex V to MARPOL 73/78 applies to your vessel, you will
not be able to discharge __________ anywhere at sea.
A: plastic
B: metal
C: glass
D: paper
732: Which statement(s) is(are) TRUE concerning the use of dry
chemical extinguishers?
A: You should direct the spray at the base of the fire.
B: You should direct the spray directly into the fire.
C: You should direct the spray at a vertical bulkhead and allow
it to flow over the fire.
D: All of the above
733: Lifeboat hatchets should be _____________.
A: kept in a locker
B: secured at each end of the boat with a lanyard
C: kept next to the boat coxswain
D: kept in the emergency locker on the ship and brought to the
lifeboat when needed
734: On small passenger vessels painters fitted to life floats
shall be at least _________________.
A: 20.0 meters (65.5 feet)in length
B: 30.5 meters (100 feet)in length
C: 10 fathoms (60 feet)in length
D: 90 feet (27.5 meters)in length
735: You are fueling your vessel when you notice oil in the water
around your vessel. You should immediately stop fueling
and _______________.
A: begin cleanup operations
B: notify the U. S. Coast Guard
C: leave the area
D: notify the Corps of Engineers
736: How many litres of water per person must be carried in
lifeboats on a tankship sailing a coastwise route?
A: None
B: One
C: Two
D: Three
737: When using the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR's) for Tank
Vessels, you see T/O and B/C. What do the T and B
tell you?
A: The waters in which vessels may operate
B: Special construction limitations
C: Grades of cargo which may be carried
D: Type of vessel to which the regulation applies
738: There is a fire aft aboard your vessel. To help fight the
fire, you should ___________________.
A: put the wind off either beam
B: head the bow into the wind and decrease speed
C: put the stern into the wind and increase speed
D: put the stern into the wind and decrease speed
739: A 7,000 ton displacement tankship carries two slack tanks of
alcohol with a S.G. of 0.8. Each tank is 50 ft. long and
30 ft. wide. What is the reduction in GM due to free
surface with the vessel floating in sea water, S.G. is
A: .36 ft
B: .46 ft
C: .72 ft
D: .82 ft
740: What is NOT a motion of the vessel?
A: Pitch
B: Roll
C: Trim
D: Yaw
741: You are ordering ship's stores. Which statement is TRUE?
A: Stores such as line, rags, mattresses, linens, etc. must be
treated to be fire retardant.
B: Stores certified for use on uninspected vessels may be
identified by the certification number used by Underwriter's
Laboratories.
C: A portable container of a flammable liquid used as fuel
for portable auxiliary equipment must be stowed in a paint
locker or at a designated open location.
D: Acetylene may be in a ship's storeroom in quantities not
exceeding 6000 cubic feet.
742: An advantage of an ABC dry chemical over a carbon dioxide
extinguisher is _________________.
A: lack of toxicity
B: the multipurpose extinguishing ability
C: burn-back protection
D: cooling ability
743: In order for the automatic lifeboat drain to operate
properly _______.
A: the cap should be removed to drain the boat when it is
waterborne
B: the cage must be free of rubbish or the ball may not seat
properly
C: there is an automatic ball check located in a siphon tube
D: the small lever to release the rubber ball float must be
turned counterclockwise
744: You are using VHF channel 16 (156.8 mHz) or 2182 kHz. You
need help but are not in danger. You should use the urgent
signal ______.
A: "ASSISTANCE NEEDED"
B: "PAN-PAN"
C: "MAYDAY"
D: "SECURITE"
745: You detect oil around your tank vessel while discharging.
The FIRST thing to do is _____________.
A: try to find out where the oil is coming from
B: call the Master
C: have the pumpman check the discharge piping
D: shut down operations
746: The quantity of fuel required to be carried in a motor
lifeboat is _______________________.
A: the quantity needed for 24 hours continuous operation
B: the quantity needed for 48 hours continuous operation
C: 55 gallons
D: 90 gallons
747: Which statement about the use of portable electric lights in
petroleum product tanks is TRUE?
A: The fixture must be explosion-proof and the line must have a
ground wire.
B: They can be used only when the compartment is gas free.
C: They must be explosion-proof, self-contained, battery-fed
lamps.
D: No portable electric equipment of any type is allowed.
748: A fire has broken out on the stern of your vessel. You
should maneuver your vessel so the wind ________.
A: blows the fire back toward the vessel
B: comes over the bow
C: comes over the stern
D: comes over either beam
749: Small passenger vessels on rivers routes in cold water must
be provided with lifefloats of an aggregate capacity to
accommodate ____________.
A: at least 50% of all persons on board or meet certain
construction standards
B: 100% of the crew and 50% of all passengers allowed to be
carried
C: not less than 50% of all passengers on board at the time
D: All persons on board (100% of all passengers and crew)
750: The center of flotation of a vessel is _________.
A: the center of volume of the immersed portion of the vessel
B: the center of gravity of the water plane
C: that point at which all the vertical downward forces of
weight are considered to be concentrated
D: that point at which all the vertical upward forces of
buoyancy are considered to be concentrated
751: Under the International Code of Signals how are geographical
locations such as New York City transmitted?
A: A commonly used abbreviation such as NYC is used.
B: The name is spelled out.
C: The geographical coordinates are used.
D: The radio station call sign for the nearest marine radio
station is used.
752: Which statement describes the primary process by which fires
are extinguished by dry chemical?
A: The stream of dry chemical powder cools the fire.
B: The dry chemical powder attacks the fuel and oxygen chain
reaction.
C: The powder forms a solid coating over the surface.
D: The dry chemical smothers the fire.
753: How should signal flares be used after you have abandoned
ship and are adrift in a life raft?
A: Immediately use all the signals at once.
B: Use all the signals during the first night.
C: Employ a signal every hour after abandoning ship until they
are gone.
D: Use them only when you are aware of a ship or plane in
the area.
754: "PAN-PAN" repeated three times over the radiotelephone
indicates which type of message will follow?
A: Distress
B: Safety
C: All clear
D: Urgency
755: While your vessel is taking on fuel you notice oil on the
water around the vessel. What should you do FIRST?
A: Stop the fueling.
B: Notify the Coast Guard.
C: Notify the terminal superintendent.
D: Determine the source of the oil.
756: A motor lifeboat shall carry sufficient fuel to operate
continuously for a period of _______.
A: 12 hours
B: 18 hours
C: 24 hours
D: 36 hours
757: Which tank vessel must carry a signaling lamp?
A: A 1,000 GT tanker on a coastwise voyage
B: A 200 GT tanker on an international voyage
C: A 300 GT tanker on an intercoastal voyage
D: All of the above
758: A fire is discovered in the forepeak of a vessel at sea.
The wind is from ahead at 35 knots. You should ___________.
A: remain on course and hold speed
B: change course and put the stern to the wind
C: change course to put the wind on either beam and increase
speed
D: remain on course but slack the speed
759: Determine the free surface correction for a fuel oil tank 30
ft. long by 40 ft. wide by 15 ft. deep, with a free surface
constant of 3794. The vessel is displacing 7,000 tons in
saltwater.
A: 0.35 foot
B: 0.54 foot
C: 0.65 foot
D: 1.38 feet
760: A suitable rescue boat is required ___________.
A: on all "T-Boats" more than 65 feet in length
B: on all "T-Boats" regardless of length
C: only on "K-Boats"
D: None of the above
761: Which when removed, will result in the extinguishment of a
fire?
A: Oxygen
B: Carbon dioxide
C: Sodium
D: Nitrogen
762: The most effective extinguishing action of dry chemical is
_______.
A: breaking the chain reaction
B: the CO2 that is formed by heat
C: smothering
D: shielding of radiant heat
763: Which item of lifeboat equipment would be most suitable for
night signalling to a ship on the horizon?
A: A red parachute flare
B: A red hand-held flare
C: A flashlight
D: A lantern
764: Which word is an international distress signal when
transmitted by radiotelephone?
A: Securite
B: Mayday
C: Breaker
D: Pan
765: Hoses used for cargo transfer operations must be tested abd
inspected at specified intervals by ____________.
A: a representative of the Captain of the Port
B: the operator of the vessel or facility
C: a representative of the National Cargo Bureau
D: a representative of the American Bureau of Shipping
767: On every vessel, distress signals must be stowed
____________.
A: on or near the navigating bridge
B: on the flying bridge not closer than 15 feet to any
bulkhead
C: above the freeboard deck away from heat
D: in an enclosed space below the freeboard deck away from
heat
768: Which statement is TRUE concerning carbon dioxide?
A: It is heavier than air.
B: It is an inert gas.
C: It is used on class B and C fires.
D: All of the above are true.
769: A life float on a fishing vessel must be equipped with
____________.
A: a painter
B: red smoke flares
C: a jacknife
D: a signal mirror
770: A vessel is described as a two compartment vessel when it
______.
A: has no more than two compartments
B: has two compartments in addition to the engine room
C: will sink if any two compartments are flooded
D: will float if any two adjacent compartments are flooded
771: You are approaching another vessel and see that she has the
signal flag "F" hoisted. What should you do?
A: Continue on your present course since the vessel is
signalling for a pilot.
B: Attempt to call the vessel on VHF radiotelephone because she
is disabled.
C: Stop your vessel instantly.
D: Change course to keep clear of the vessel because she is
maneuvering with difficulty.
772: What do the small passenger vessel regulations require
when installing a hydraulic accumulator or other unfired
pressure vessel?
A: It be operated at one and one half times normal operating
pressure for ten minutes.
B: Safety and/or relief valves settings be checked at two and
one half times normal operating pressures.
C: It be installed to the satisfaction of the cognizant OCMI
D: All of the above
773: When using the lifeboat compass, you must be careful to
_______.
A: set it on the centerline of the boat
B: apply the correction for compass error
C: keep metal objects away from it
D: All of the above
774: If you send a flag hoist of MAJ 8, what information are you
conveying?
A: The least depth of water in the channel is 8 meters.
B: Derelict dangerous to navigation to the north.
C: Navigation is closed. You should navigate with caution.
D: I have a male age 8 years.
775: During the annual inspection by the owner, each nonmetallic
oil transfer hose larger than 3 inches inside diameter must
not burst, bulge, leak, or abnormally distort under static
liquid pressure at least as great as _________________.
A: 100 pounds
B: the pressure of the relief valve setting
C: the pressure applied by the shoreside pump
D: 1-1/2 times the maximum allowable working pressure
776: When dry chemical extinguishers are used to put out class B
fires, there is a danger of reflash because dry
chemical_________.
A: is not an effective agent on Class B fires
B: does little or no cooling
C: dissipates quickly
D: is rapidly absorbed by the liquid
777: On small passenger vessels a gasoline engine must
be fitted with _____________.
A: A means of backfire flame control
B: A lubricating oil pressure gauge and a tachometer
C: Jacket water discharge temperature gauges
D: All of the above
778: An aluminum powder fire is classified as class ___.
779: A bulk freighter 680 ft. in length, 60 ft. beam, with a
waterplane coefficient of .84, is floating in salt water at
a draft of 21'. How many long tons would it take to
increase the mean draft by 1"?
A: 64.3 tons
B: 69.6 tons
C: 81.6 tons
D: 116 tons
780: The change in trim of a vessel may be found by ____________.
A: dividing the trim moments by MT1
B: subtracting the LCF from the LCB
C: looking at the Hydrostatic Properties Table for the draft of
the vessel
D: dividing longitudinal moments by the displacement
781: How is the external flotation bladder of an immersion suit
inflated?
A: It is inflated by a small CO2 bottle that is automatically
tripped when the front zipper is at the top of the zipper
track.
B: It is inflated by a small CO2 bottle that is manually
tripped.
C: It is inflated by blowing through an inflation tube.
D: It inflates by sea water bleeding into the flotation bladder
and reacting with a chemical therein.
782: On small passenger vessels what device must you
install under carburetors, other than the downdraft
type, to allow ready removal of fuel leakage?
A: A drip collector
B: A funnel and a tin can
C: A sponge
D: Suitable absorbent material
783: A person referring to the stern sheets of a lifeboat is
speaking of __________.
A: the line attached to the tack of the lugsail
B: the emergency rudder
C: a canvas awning
D: the aftermost seating
784: While communicating with a shore station concerning an
injured female, your message should indicate the subject's
age is 32. Which code would your message contain?
A: MAO 32
B: MAJ 32
C: MAL 32
D: MAK 32
785: 33 CFR 156 deals with matters concerning ____________.
A: oil and hazardous material transfer operations
B: vessel construction and design
C: operation of nautical schoolships
D: lifesaving and firefighting equipment
786: Which statement is TRUE concerning distress signals in a
lifeboat?
A: Hand held flares and orange smoke signals are required.
B: If hand-held rocket-propelled parachute flares are provided,
they are the only distress signals required.
C: Two hand-held smoke signals shall be provided.
D: A Very pistol with twelve flares is required.
787: To determine which grades of cargo a tank vessel is
permitted to carry you should _____.
A: refer to the vessel's Certificate of Inspection
B: examine the cargo tanks and fittings
C: ask the terminal supervisor or his representative
D: check the loading order
788: Fires of which class would most likely occur in the engine
room of a vessel?
A: Classes A and B
B: Classes B and C
C: Classes C and D
D: Classes A and D
789: An inflatable life raft equipped with a SOLAS B pack must be
stowed __________.
A: so as to float free
B: with the vessel's emergency equipment
C: near the wheelhouse
D: as far forward as possible
790: Which would NOT provide extra buoyancy for a vessel with no
sheer?
A: Lighter draft
B: Raised fo'c'sle head
C: Raised poop
D: Higher bulwark
791: During a training exercise a submarine indicating that a
torpedo has been fired will send up smoke from a float. The
smoke's color will be _____.
A: black
B: red
C: orange
D: yellow
792: What is an advantage of a dry chemical extinguisher as
compared to a carbon dioxide extinguisher?
A: It has a greater duration.
B: It provides a heat shield for the operator.
C: It is nontoxic.
D: It offers lasting, effective protection against burn-back.
793: Which of the following represents the maximum percent of
oxygen, by volume, required to be achieved by a ship's
inert gas system, prior to the commencement of crude oil
tank washing?
A: 6%
B: 8%
C: 10%
D: 12%
794: An oiler was badly burned and you are communicating with a
passenger ship that has a doctor and hospital on board. You
want to rendezvous in a certain position so the oiler can be
evacuated for medical treatment. Which code should your
message contain?
A: MAF
B: MAB
C: MAA
D: MAE
795: The authority to grant an alternate procedure for oil
transfer operations rests with the ___________________.
A: nearest Coast Guard office
B: Officer-in-Charge, Marine Inspection
C: Area Commander
D: Captain of the Port
796: When discharging a portable CO2 fire extinguisher, you
should NOT hold the horn of the extinguisher because the
horn ______.
A: becomes extremely hot
B: becomes extremely cold
C: could come off in your hands
D: is placed directly in the flames
797: Which statement about the hospital space on a cargo ship is
TRUE?
A: The hospital may be used for disciplinary confinement if it
is not being used for treatment.
B: The hospital space must have both a bathtub and shower.
C: A hospital is required on all vessels with a crew of 12 or
more if it makes overnight voyages.
D: If a ship has a crew of forty-five who do not have their
own room, the hospital must have four berths.
798: A fire starts in a switchboard due to a short circuit. This
is which class of fire?
799: Lines or gear NOT in use should be __________________.
A: conspicuously marked
B: stowed anywhere
C: left on deck
D: secured or stowed out of the way
800: The "trimming arm" of a vessel is the horizontal distance
between the _______________.
A: LCB and LCF
B: LCF and LCB
C: forward perpendicular and LCG
D: LCB and LCG
801: No person on board any vessel to which Annex V to MARPOL
73/78 applies may discharge garbage of any type when ______.
A: less than 12 nautical miles from the United States
B: less than 12 nautical miles from nearest land
C: in the navigable waters of the United States
D: less than 25 nautical miles from nearest land
802: A portable dry chemical fire extinguisher discharges by
_________.
A: gravity when the extinguisher is turned upside down
B: pressure from a small CO2 cartridge on the extinguisher
C: air pressure from the hand pump attached to the
extinguisher
D: pressure from the reaction when water is mixed with the
chemical
803: The abandon ship signal on the ship's whistle is ______.
A: 6 short blasts and 1 long blast
B: more than 6 short blasts
C: more than 6 short blasts and 1 long blast
D: 1 long blast of at least 10 seconds
804: You have an AB who has become violently ill, and you are
requesting urgent medical advice. Your message should
contain which code?
A: MAB
B: MAD
C: MAA
D: MAF
805: Application for a waiver of any requirements of the
regulations for oil transfer operations must be submitted to
the _____________.
A: District Commander
B: Commandant
C: Captain of the Port
D: nearest Coast Guard office
806: On small passenger vessels electrical equipment
in spaces that contain gasoline powered machinery
must be ______________.
A: explosion-proof
B: intrinsically safe
C: ignition protected for use in a gasoline atmosphere
D: All of the above
807: The space containing carbon dioxide cylinders shall be
properly ventilated and designed to prevent an ambient
temperature in excess of ___________________.
A: 75ø F
B: 100ø F
C: 130ø F
D: 165ø F
808: A fire in a pile of canvas is classified as class ___.
809: If the patient vomits during mouth-to mouth resuscitation,
the rescuer should FIRST _____________.
A: ignore it and continue mouth-to-mouth ventilation
B: pause for a moment until the patient appears quiet again,
then resume ventilation mouth-to-mouth
C: switch to mouth-to-nose ventilation
D: turn the patient's body to the side, sweep out the mouth and
resume mouth-to-mouth ventilation
810: When a vessel's LCG is aft of her LCB, the vessel will ____.
A: trim by the stern
B: trim by the head
C: be on an even keel
D: be tender
811: Your vessel is broken down and rolling in heavy seas. You
can reduce the possibility of capsizing by ________________.
A: constantly shifting the rudder
B: rigging a sea anchor
C: moving all personnel aft
D: moving all personnel forward and low
812: You are fighting a class "B" fire with a portable dry
chemical extinguisher. The discharge should be directed
____________________.
A: at the seat of the fire, starting at the near edge
B: to bank off a bulkhead onto the fire
C: over the top of the fire
D: at the main body of the fire
813: You hear the general alarm and ship's whistle sound
for over 10 seconds. Traditionally, this is the signal for
_____.
A: abandon ship
B: dismissal from fire and emergency stations
C: fire and emergency
D: man overboard
814: In the International Code of signals, a group of three
letters indicates _________________.
A: urgency or an emergency
B: the vessel's national identity signal
C: a group from the general signal code
D: a group from the medical signal code
815: Applications for waivers of any requirements of the
regulations for oil transfer operations must be submitted
_______________________.
A: the day before the operations
B: 5 days before the operations
C: 10 days before the operations
D: 30 days before the operations
816: You are crude oil washing on a tanker with an inert gas
system. What percentage of oxygen must the inert gas system
produce and deliver to the tanks?
817: An accommodation ladder or other equally safe and convenient
means must be provided for a pilot whenever the distance
from the sea level is more than _______.
A: 20 feet
B: 30 feet
C: 40 feet
D: 50 feet
818: A fire in a transformer terminal would be classified as
class ____.
819: Providing you are not in a special area, such as the
Mediterranean or Red Sea, how many nautical miles from land
must you be to throw wooden dunnage into the sea?
A: 25 nm
B: 12 nm
C: 6 nm
D: 3 nm
820: The two points that act together to trim a ship are the
________.
A: LCF and LCB
B: LCG and LCB
C: metacenter and LCG
D: VCG and LCG
821: Bleeding from a vein is _________________________.
A: dark red and has a steady flow
B: bright red and slow
C: bright red and spurting
D: dark red and spurting
822: When electrical equipment is involved in a fire, the stream
of dry chemicals should be _____________________.
A: aimed at the source of the flames
B: fogged above the equipment
C: shot off a flat surface onto the flames
D: used to shield against electrical shock
823: Traditionally,the signal for fire aboard ship is ________.
A: more than 6 short blasts and 1 long blast on the whistle,
and the same signal on the general alarm
B: continuous sounding of the ship's whistle and the general
alarm for at least 10 seconds
C: 1 short blast on the whistle
D: continuous blowing of the ship's whistle for a period of 10
seconds
824: You receive a medical message that contains the code MSJ.
This means "_____."
A: Place patient in hot bath
B: The wound should be stitched
C: You should pass a stomach tube
D: The wound should not be stitched
825: ABYC equipment standards are published by the ___________.
A: Association of Boat and Yacht Classifiers
B: American Boat and Yacht Council
C: American Boat and Yacht Convention 1991
D: American Boat and Yacht Club
826: The number of flashlights required as lifeboat equipment on
a seagoing barge is _________.
A: none
B: one
C: two
D: three
827: A small passenger vessel's Official Number must be
marked___________.
A: in block type Arabic numerals not less than 3 inches high
B: or mounted so that any alteration, removal, or replacement
would be obvious
C: on some clearly visible interior structural hull part
D: All of the above
828: A fire in a pile of dunnage would be classified as class __.
829: A fire starting by spontaneous combustion can be expected in
which condition?
A: Paints, varnish, or other liquid flammables are stowed in a
dry stores locker.
B: Inert cargoes such as pig iron are loaded in a wet
condition.
C: Oily rags are stowed in a metal pail.
D: Clean mattresses are stored in contact with an electric
light bulb.
830: Your vessel has a midships engine room and the cargo is
concentrated in the end holds. The vessel is _____________.
A: sagging with tensile stress on main deck
B: sagging with compressive stress on main deck
C: hogging with tensile stress on main deck
D: hogging with compressive stress on main deck
831: The spread of fire is prevented by _______________.
A: heating surfaces adjacent to the fire
B: leaving combustibles in the endangered area
C: shutting off the oxygen supply
D: All of the above
832: Which statement is TRUE concerning the use of a dry chemical
extinguisher?
A: You should direct the stream at the base of the fire.
B: You should direct the stream directly into the fire.
C: You should direct the stream at a vertical bulkhead and
allow it to flow over the fire.
D: All of the above
833: While reading the muster list you see that "3 short blasts
on the whistle and 3 short rings on the general alarm
bells" is the signal for ___________________.
A: abandon ship
B: dismissal from fire and emergency stations
C: fire and emergency
D: man overboard
834: After sending a message describing the symptoms of an ill
crew member, you receive a message containing the code MRL.
This means "_______".
A: Apply ice-cold compress and renew every 4 hours
B: Commence artificial respiration immediately
C: Give enema
D: Pass catheter into bladder
835: No person may serve as the person in charge of both the
vessel and the facility during oil transfer operations
unless _____________.
A: there is ready access between the two
B: the vessel and facility are immediately adjacent
C: the person in charge has a rapid means of transportation
between the two
D: the Captain of the Port authorizes such procedure
836: What size bilge pump is required for a lifeboat which has a
capacity of 675 cubic feet?
837: The largest crew a cargo vessel may carry without having a
hospital space is _____.
838: A class C fire would be burning _________________.
A: fuel oil
B: wood
C: celluloid
D: electrical insulation
839: A small passenger vessel's Official Number must be
marked___________.
A: in block type Arabic numerals not less than 1-1/2 inch high
B: or mounted so its alteration, removal, or replacement would
be obvious
C: on some clearly visible exterior structural hull part
D: All of the above
840: If a vessel is sagging, what kind of stress is placed on the
sheer strake?
A: Compression
B: Tension
C: Thrust
D: Racking
841: Blood flowing from a cut artery appears _____________.
A: dark red with a steady flow
B: bright red with a steady flow
C: bright red and in spurts
D: dark red and in spurts
842: As compared to carbon dioxide, dry chemical has which
advantage?
A: Cleaner
B: Effective on metal fires
C: Greater range
D: More cooling effect
843: The signal given to commence lowering the lifeboats is
_______.
A: 3 short blasts of the ship's whistle
B: 1 short blast of the ship's whistle
C: 3 long blasts of the ship's whistle
D: 1 long blast of the ship's whistle
844: If a crew member that was ill has died, which code should
your message contain?
A: MPO
B: MPR
C: MPK
D: MPJ
845: Each pressure gage used in an oil transfer operation must be
accurate to within _____________.
A: 1 percent
B: 3 percent
C: 5 percent
D: 10 percent
846: If a lifeboat is stowed 40 feet above the light water draft
and 200 feet from the bow, how long must the sea painter be?
A: 80 feet
B: 120 feet
C: Sufficiently long enough to reach the water when the vessel
has an adverse list of 15ø
D: One third the length from the bow to where the lifeboat is
stowed
847: When testing a Class A EPIRB you will know the EPIRB is
working properly if you hear on 99.5 Mhz FM or any vacant
frequency on a nearby AM radio_____________.
A: a distinctive signal
B: the Morse Code signal for SOS
C: a computerized voice announcement of Mayday
D: your vessel's International Radio Call Sign
848: The class of fire on which a blanketing effect is essential
is class ___.
849: You are testing the external inflation bladder on an
immersion suit and find it has a very slow leak. Which
action should be taken?
A: Replace the suit.
B: Replace the inflation bladder.
C: Take it out of service and repair in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions.
D: Some leakage should be expected and a topping off tube is
provided; no other action is necessary.
850: When a vessel is stationary and in a hogging condition, the
main deck is under _______________________.
A: compression stress
B: tension stress
C: shear stress
D: racking stress
851: The preferred agent used in fighting a helicopter crash fire
is ____.
A: CO2
B: dry chemical
C: water
D: foam
852: Which statement concerning the application of dry chemical
powder is FALSE?
A: At temperatures of less than 32² F, the extinguisher must be
recharged more often.
B: When possible, the fire should be attacked from windward.
C: The stream should be directed at the base of the fire.
D: Directing the stream into burning flammable liquid may cause
splashing.
853: When whistle signals are used for launching lifeboats, one
short blast means _______________________.
A: "use the float-free method only"
B: "lower all boats"
C: "raise all boats"
D: "drill is over, secure all boats"
854: If an ill crew member is beginning to show signs of
improvement, what code should your message contain?
A: MVP
B: MPH
C: MPF
D: MSO
855: The term, "cargo tank length", as used in part 157 of the
Pollution Regulations, means the _______________.
A: length of any individual cargo space, from bulkhead to
bulkhead
B: greatest distance between two opposite cargo tank bulkheads
C: diagonal measurement of a cargo tank
D: length from the forward bulkhead of the forwardmost cargo
tanks to the after bulkhead of the aftermost cargo tanks
856: Which statement about immersion suits is TRUE?
A: Immersion suits should be worn during routine work on deck
to provide maximum protection.
B: After purchasing, the suit should be removed from its
storage bag and hung on a hanger where readily accessible.
C: Immersion suits must have a PFD light attached to the front
shoulder area.
D: Small leaks or tears may be repaired using the repair kit
packed with the suit.
857: Who must ensure that the emergency lighting and power
systems on cargo vessels are operated at least weekly?
A: Master
B: Chief Engineer
C: Deck officer assigned
D: Engineering officer assigned
858: A fire in trash and paper waste is classified as class ____.
860: A ship's forward draft is 22'-04" and its after draft is
24'-00". The draft amidships is 23'-04". This indicates a
concentration of weight _____________________.
A: at the bow
B: in the lower holds
C: amidships
D: at the ends
861: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 26'-09", AFT 28'-00"
B: FWD 27'-00", AFT 27'-10"
C: FWD 27'-03", AFT 27'-07"
D: FWD 27'-06", AFT 27'-04"
862: Dry chemical extinguishers extinguish class B fires to the
greatest extent by _______.
A: cooling
B: smothering
C: oxygen dilution
D: breaking the chain reaction
863: A tank 36 ft. by 36 ft. by 6 ft. is filled with water to a
depth of 5 ft. If a bulkhead is placed in the center of the
tank running fore-and-aft along the 36-foot axis, how will
the value of the moment of inertia of the free surface be
affected?
A: The moment of inertia would remain unchanged.
B: The moment of inertia would be 1/4 it's original value.
C: The moment of inertia would be 1/2 the original value.
D: None of the above
864: A crew member suddenly becomes blind in both eyes. Which
code should your message contain?
A: MNJ
B: MNM
C: MNO
D: MNI
865: On board a small passenger vessel, fuel tank vents
should ___________.
A: be connected at the highest point in the tank
B: terminate in a U-bend fitted with a single corrosion
resistant wire screen of at least 30x30 mesh
C: be installed with an upward gradient to prevent fuel from
being trapped in the line
D: All of the above
866: The number of rowing oars that must be carried in a
motor-propelled open lifeboat on a cargo vessel is
__________________.
A: determined by the Master
B: specified by the Coast Guard
C: specified by the manufacturer
D: None
867: Cargo vessels being navigated, and fitted with emergency
lighting and power systems, shall have their emergency
systems tested at least once _________.
A: a month
B: in each week
C: in every 6 months
D: in every 12 months
868: Burning wood is which class of fire?
869: As a last resort, a tourniquet can be used to ________.
A: hold a victim in a stretcher
B: stop uncontrolled bleeding
C: hold a large bandage in place
D: restrain a delirious victim
870: The forward draft of your ship is 27'-11" and the after
draft is 29'-03". The draft amidships is 28'-05". Your
vessel is __________.
A: hogged
B: sagged
C: listed
D: trimmed by the head
871: The bilge pump on a fishing vessel _________________.
A: must be fixed if the vessel exceeds 12 meters in length
B: may be used as a fire pump
C: must be portable if there are more than 4 watertight
compartments
D: must be capable of pumping at least 450 gpm
872: The safety discs on carbon dioxide cylinders are set to
release at 2,700 psi. Under normal circumstances this
pressure will be reached at a temperature of ______________.
A: 70ø F
B: 100ø F
C: 125ø F
D: 135ø F
873: On small passenger vessels which parts of a water-cooled
gasoline or diesel engine must be water-jacketed and cooled?
A: The engine's head
B: The block
C: The exhaust manifold
D: All of the above
874: If you were being assisted by an icebreaker and he sent you
the single letter "Q", he would be telling you ____________.
A: that he has his engines in reverse
B: that he is shortening the distance between vessels
C: to shorten the distance between vessels
D: that his vessel is healthy
875: How many bolts are required in a temporarily connected
standard ANSI coupling?
876: Which person may command a lifeboat in ocean services
A: Licensed deck officer
B: Able seaman
C: Certificated person
D: All of the above
877: A marine chemist issues gas free certificates and is
certified by the ___________.
A: Mine Safety Appliance Association
B: American Chemical Society
C: Marine Chemists Association
D: National Fire Protection Association
878: A fire in a pile of linen is a class ___.
879: To operate a portable CO2 extinguisher continuously in the
discharge mode __________________.
A: slip the "D yoke" ring in the lower handle over the upper
handle
B: reinsert the locking pin
C: open the discharge valve
D: invert the CO2 extinguisher
880: A ship's forward draft is 22'-04" and its after draft is
23'-00". The draft amidships is 23'-04". This indicates a
concentration of weight _________________.
A: at the bow
B: in the lower holds
C: amidships
D: at the ends
881: You should FIRST treat a simple fracture by _______________.
A: attempting to set the fracture
B: preventing further movement of the bone
C: applying a tourniquet
D: alternately applying hot and cold compresses
882: Fire in an engine compartment is best extinguished with
carbon dioxide gas (CO2) and by _____________.
A: closing the compartment except for the ventilators
B: completely closing the compartment
C: leaving the compartment open to the air
D: increasing the air flow to the compartment by blowers
883: On a vessel of 15,000 tons displacement, compute the
reduction in metacentric height due to free surface in a
hold having free water in the tank tops. The hold is 50
feet long and 60 feet wide. The reduction in metacentric
height is __________.
A: 1.54 feet
B: 1.59 feet
C: 1.63 feet
D: 1.71 feet
884: The single letter G, sent by an icebreaker to an assisted
vessel, means ______________.
A: "I require a pilot"
B: "Longitude follows"
C: "I am going ahead; follow me"
D: "Do not follow me"
885: Which type of marine sanitation device (MSD) is used solely
for the storage of sewage and flushwater at ambient air
pressure and temperature?
A: Type I
B: Type II
C: Type III
D: Type IV
886: What is the minimum number of deck officers, able seaman or
certificated persons required for a lifeboat on a vessel in
ocean services
A: Two
B: Three
C: Four
D: Five
887: Carbon dioxide as a fire fighting agent has which advantage
over other agents?
A: It causes minimal damage.
B: It is safer for personnel.
C: It is cheaper.
D: It is most effective on a per unit basis.
888: An oil fire is classified as class _________.
889: Small quantities of flammable liquids needed at a work site
should be _____________________.
A: used only under the supervision and direction of a ship's
officer
B: tightly capped and stowed with other tools near the job site
when securing at the end of the day
C: used only when a pressurized fire hose is laid out ready for
immediate use
D: in a metal container with a tight cap
890: All of the following can be determined by use of a
stabilogauge EXCEPT _________________.
A: metacentric height
B: mean draft
C: moment to trim one inch
D: deadweight
891: On small passenger vessels, cooling water for the exhaust
lines from an internal combustion engine must be
______________.
A: obtained from the engine's cooling water system or from a
separate engine-driven pump
B: chemically treated to prevent corrosion
C: flushed and changed periodically
D: obtained from a fresh water storage tank or an expansion
tank
892: While you are working in a space, the fixed CO2 system is
accidentally activated. You should _______________.
A: secure the applicators to preserve the charge in the
cylinders
B: continue with your work as there is nothing you can do to
stop the flow of CO2
C: retreat to fresh air and ventilate the compartment before
returning
D: make sure all doors and vents are secured
893: On a vessel of 12,000 tons displacement, a tank 60 feet
long, 50 feet wide, and 20 feet deep is half filled with
fresh water (SG 1.000) while the vessel is floating in
saltwater (SG 1.026) What is the reduction in metacentric
height due to free surface?
A: 0.97 ft.
B: 1.01 ft.
C: 1.35 ft.
D: 1.44 ft.
894: Signals between an icebreaker and an assisted vessel may NOT
be given by _____________.
A: whistle
B: flag hoist
C: radiotelephone
D: radiotelegraph
895: Air-cooled gasoline auxiliary engines are allowed on
vessels not more than 65 feet in length, carrying not
more than 12 passengers if ____________.
A: it is not practicable to supply water to the engine
B: they have a self-contained fuel system and are
installed on an open deck
C: they are rated at not more than 4.5 horsepower
D: All of the above
896: Your cargo vessel's Certification of Inspection expires 30
April 1992. One of your inflatable life rafts was last
serviced in January 1992. The raft must be reinspected no
later than ___________.
A: April 1992
B: July 1992
C: January 1993
D: April 1993
897: Which statement is TRUE concerning carbon dioxide?
A: It is lighter than air.
B: It is an inert gas.
C: It is used mostly on class A fires.
D: All of the above
898: A galley grease fire would be classified as which class of
fire?
899: EXCEPT when suffering from a head or chest injury a patient
in shock should be placed in which position?
A: Head up and feet down
B: Head down and feet up
C: Flat on back with head and feet elevated
D: Arms above the head
900: All of the following can be determined by use of a
stabilogauge EXCEPT ___________________.
A: mean draft
B: trim
C: displacement
D: deadweight
901: A squeeze-grip type carbon dioxide portable fire
extinguisher has been partially discharged. It should be
__________.
A: replaced in its proper location if weight loss is no more
than 15%
B: replaced in its proper location if weight loss is no more
than 25%
C: labeled empty and recharged as soon as possible
D: labeled empty and replaced in its proper location regardless
of weight
902: Your vessel is equipped with a fixed CO2 system and a fire
main system. In the event of an electrical fire in the
engine room what is the correct procedure for fighting the
fire?
A: Use the CO2 system and evacuate the engine room.
B: Use the fire main system and evacuate the engine room.
C: Evacuate the engine room and use the CO2 system.
D: Evacuate the engine room and use the fire main system.
903: On a vessel displacing 8,000 tons, what is the reduction in
metacentric height due to free surface when a tank 45 feet
long and 45 feet wide is partly filled with salt water?
A: 1.22 feet
B: 1.16 feet
C: 1.13 feet
D: 1.10 feet
904: If you are on the beach and are signalling to a small boat
in distress that your present location is dangerous and they
should land to the left, you would _______________.
A: fire a green star to the left
B: send the letter K by light and point to the left
C: place an orange signal to your left as you signal with a
white light
D: send the code signal S followed by L
905: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine coming
to periscope depth is __________.
A: white
B: green
C: yellow
D: red
906: Inflatable life rafts shall be serviced at an approved
servicing facility every 12 months or not later than the
next vessel inspection for certification. However, the
total elapsed time between servicing cannot exceed ________.
A: 12 months
B: 15 months
C: 17 months
D: 18 months
907: An advantage of a dry chemical over a carbon dioxide fire
extinguisher is its ________________.
A: greater range
B: effectiveness on all types of fires
C: cleanliness
D: All of the above
908: If ignited, which material would be a class B fire?
A: Magnesium
B: Paper
C: Wood
D: Diesel Oil
909: Which part of the inert gas system is designed to relieve
sudden large overpressures that exceed the capacity of
the mechanical P/V valves?
A: Pressure control valve
B: Deck water seal
C: Liquid filled P/V breaker
D: Isolation valve
910: When using a stabilogauge, unless the density correction is
applied, the center of gravity of a loaded compartment is
assumed to be located _________________________________.
A: on the deck of the compartment
B: at one-third the height of the compartment
C: at the geometric center of the compartment
D: at one-half the height of the compartment
911: You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. On
board is the cargo listed. What is the height above the
main deck of the center of gravity of the cargo?
A: 3.75 feet
B: 3.02 feet
C: 2.22 feet
D: 0.83 foot
912: A "fifteen-pound" CO2 extinguisher is so called because
________.
A: there are fifteen pounds of CO2 in the container
B: the container, when full, weighs fifteen pounds
C: the pressure at the discharge nozzle is l5 psi
D: the empty container weighs fifteen pounds
913: On a vessel of 8,000 tons displacement, compute the
reduction in metacentric height due to free surface in a
hold having free water in the tank tops. The hold is 40
feet long and 20 feet wide. The reduction in metacentric
height is __________.
A: 0.1 ft
B: 0.3 ft
C: 0.5 ft
D: 0.9 ft
914: What is the lifesaving signal for "You are seen - Assistance
will be given as soon as possible"?
A: Red star rocket
B: Orange smoke signal
C: Green star rocket
D: Vertical motion of a flag
915: Which is/are required for engine exhaust
pipe installations on small passenger vessels?
A: Protection where people or equipment can contact the pipe.
B: Piping must be arranged so that water backflow cannot reach
the engine exhaust ports
C: Dry exhaust pipe ending at the transom should be located
as far outboard as possible
D: All of the above
916: Who should inspect and test an inflatable life raft?
A: The Chief Mate
B: The manufacturer or authorized representative
C: Shipyard personnel
D: A certificated lifeboatman
917: Foam-type portable fire extinguishers are most useful in
combating fires involving ____________________.
A: solid materials such as wood or bales of fiber
B: inflammable liquids
C: electrical equipment
D: metallic solids
918: Fires which occur in energized electrical equipment, such
as switchboard insulation, are class ___.
919: After an accident the victim may go into shock and die. What
should be done to help prevent shock?
A: Slightly elevate the head and feet.
B: Keep the person awake.
C: Keep the person lying down and at a comfortable temperature.
D: Give the person a stimulant to increase blood flow.
920: If a vessel lists to port, the center of buoyancy will ____.
A: move to port
B: move to starboard
C: move directly down
D: stay in the same position
921: You can determine that a CO2 fire extinguisher is fully
charged by _______.
A: looking at the gage
B: checking the nameplate data
C: weighing by hand
D: weighing on a properly calibrated scale
922: An upright vessel has negative GM. GM becomes positive at
the angle of loll because the ___________.
A: free surface effects are reduced due to pocketing
B: KG is reduced as the vessel seeks the angle of loll
C: effective beam is increased causing BM to increase
D: underwater volume of the hull is increased
923: You are at sea on a vessel whose beam is 60 feet and full
period of roll is 20 seconds. What is the estimated
metacentric height of the vessel?
A: 1.3 ft
B: 1.5 ft
C: 1.7 ft
D: 1.9 ft
924: What is the lifesaving signal for "You are seen -
assistance will be given as soon as possible"?
A: 3 white star signals
B: Horizontal motion with a white flag
C: Vertical motion of a white light
D: Code letter "K" by blinker light
925: The center of flotation of a vessel is the geometric center
of the _______.
A: underwater volume
B: above water volume
C: amidships section
D: waterplane area
926: Inflatable life rafts must be overhauled and inspected at a
U.S. Coast Guard approved service facility every ______.
A: six months
B: twelve months
C: eighteen months
D: twenty-four months
927: The extinguishing agent most effective for combating wood
fires is ________.
A: water
B: carbon dioxide
C: foam
D: dry chemical
928: A fire in the Loran gear would be of what class?
929: According to Annex V to MARPOL 73/78, garbage containing
plastic is permitted to be disposed of by ____________.
A: incinerating offshore
B: discharging when at least 12 nautical miles from nearest
land
C: grinding to less than 1" and discharging at least 12
nautical miles from nearest land
D: grinding to less than 1" and discharging at least 25
nautical miles from nearest land
930: Semi-portable extinguishers used on inspected vessels are
sizes _____.
A: II, III, and IV
B: I, II, and III
C: III, IV, and V
D: IV and V
931: The major cause of shock in burn victims is the ________.
A: high level of pain
B: emotional stress
C: increase in body temperature and pulse rate
D: massive loss of fluid through the burned area
932: Portable CO2 fire extinguishers should NOT be used to inert
a space containing flammable liquids due to the danger of
_________.
A: the CO2 being inhaled by personnel
B: reflash of burning liquids
C: vapor condensation on the extinguisher
D: the discharge causing a static spark
933: You are at sea on a vessel whose beam is 40 feet and
the full rolling period is 20 seconds. What is the
estimated metacentric height of the vessel?
A: 0.3 ft.
B: 0.5 ft.
C: 0.8 ft.
D: 1.1 ft.
934: The signal used with shore lifesaving equipment to indicate,
"Affirmative" is _______.
A: vertical motion of the arms
B: code signal "C" sent by light or sound signaling apparatus
C: firing of a red star signal
D: None of the above
935: If an airplane circles a vessel 3 times, crosses the
vessel's course close ahead while rocking the wings, and
heads off in a certain direction, what does this indicate?
A: The plane is in distress and will have to ditch.
B: The plane is going to drop a package and wishes the vessel
to recover it.
C: Someone is in distress in that direction and the vessel
should follow and assist.
D: There is danger ahead and the best course is indicated by
the direction of the aircraft.
936: If your vessel is equipped with inflatable liferafts, how
should they be maintained?
A: Have your crew check them annually.
B: They do not need any maintenance.
C: Have them sent ashore to an approved maintenance facility
annually.
D: Have them serviced by the shipyard annually.
937: On a class "B" fire, which portable fire extinguisher would
be the LEAST desirable?
A: Carbon dioxide
B: Water (stored pressure)
C: Dry chemical
D: Foam
938: A magnesium fire is classified as class ___.
939: CO2 cylinders forming part of a fixed fire extinguishing
system must be pressure tested at least every _____________.
A: year
B: 2 years
C: 6 years
D: 12 years
940: When a vessel is inclined by an external force, the ______.
A: shape of the vessel's underwater hull remains the same
B: vessel's center of gravity shifts to the center of the
vessel's underwater hull
C: vessel's center of buoyancy shifts to the center of the
vessel's underwater hull
D: vessel's mean draft increases
941: You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. On
board is the cargo listed. What is the height above the
main deck of the center of gravity of the cargo?
A: 0.96 foot
B: 1.45 feet
C: 1.96 feet
D: 2.96 feet
942: A fifteen-pound CO2 extinguisher ___________________.
A: contains 15 pounds of CO2
B: weighs 15 pounds when full of CO2
C: has 15 pounds of pressure at the nozzle
D: weighs 15 pounds when empty
943: You are at sea on a vessel that has a beam of 60 feet, and
you calculate the period of roll to be 25 seconds. What is
the vessel's metacentric height?
A: 0.8 ft
B: 1.1 ft
C: 1.4 ft
D: 1.6 ft
944: The lifesaving signal indicating "You are seen - assistance
will be given as soon as possible" is the _____.
A: vertical motion of white flags
B: vertical motion of a white light or flare
C: firing of a green star signal
D: None of the above
945: The color of rockets, shells, or rocket parachute flares
used to indicate that the vessel is in distress and requires
immediate assistance is ______________.
A: white
B: green
C: red
D: yellow
946: What material is allowed in construction of the hull of a
vessel with an integral diesel fuel tank ?
A: Steel or aluminum
B: Sandwich style fibreglass with a natural rubber core
C: Copper-nickel or copper silicon alloys
D: Any or all of the above
947: When fighting an oil or gasoline fire in the bilge, which of
the following should NOT be used?
A: Foam
B: Solid stream water nozzle
C: All-purpose nozzle
D: Carbon dioxide
948: Fires in combustible metals, such as sodium or magnesium,
are classified as class ________.
950: Your vessel has taken a slight list from off-center loading
of material on deck. The _____.
A: list should be easily removed
B: mean draft is affected
C: vessel may flop
D: vessel is trimmed
951: If a crewman suffers a second-degree burn on the arm, you
should ____________________.
A: drain any blisters
B: apply antiseptic ointment
C: scrub the arm thoroughly to prevent infection
D: immerse the arm in cold water
952: Which is the proper method of determining whether a portable
CO2 fire extinguisher needs recharging?
A: Check the tag to see when the extinguisher was last charged.
B: Release a small amount of CO2; if the CO2 discharges, the
extinguisher is acceptable.
C: Weigh the extinguisher and compare the weight against that
stamped on the valve.
D: Recharge the extinguisher at least once each year.
953: You are at sea on a vessel that has a beam of 50 feet, and
you calculate the period of roll to be 22 seconds. What is
the vessel's metacentric height?
A: 0.8 ft
B: 1.0 ft
C: 1.2 ft
D: 1.4 ft
954: Which is the lifesaving signal for, "This is the best place
to land"?
A: Red star rocket
B: Orange smoke signal
C: Green star rocket
D: Horizontal motion of a flag
955: If another station sent you the signal "KG", he would be
_________.
A: telling you to stay clear
B: telling you he has flooded a hold
C: asking you if you needed a tug
D: telling you he found an aircraft wreckage
956: Inflatable life rafts on vessels on an international voyage
must be able to carry between __________________.
A: 2 and 12 people
B: 3 and 20 people
C: 6 and 25 people
D: 6 and 30 people
957: An engine compartment gasoline fire requires which
type of extinguisher?
A: Carbon dioxide
B: Dry chemical
C: Foam
D: All of the above
958: Which substance might be subject to spontaneous combustion?
A: Coal
B: Scrap rubber
C: Leather
D: All of the above
959: You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. On
board is the cargo listed. What is the height above the
main deck of the center of gravity of the cargo?
A: 2.32 feet
B: 2.21 feet
C: 1.97 feet
D: 1.76 feet
960: Your vessel has just finished bunkering and has a small list
due to improper distribution of the fuel oil. This list
will cause _____.
A: a decrease in reserve buoyancy
B: a decrease in the maximum draft
C: the vessel to flop to port and starboard
D: None of the above
961: Safety is increased if _____________________.
A: extra line and wire are laid out on deck for emergency use
B: all lashings are made up, and the decks are clean and clear
C: power tools are kept plugged in for immediate use
D: spare parts are kept on deck for ready access
962: A carbon dioxide fire extinguisher should be recharged ____.
A: at least annually
B: whenever it is below its required weight
C: only if the extinguisher has been used
D: before every safety inspection
963: Your vessel has a displacement of 19,800 tons. It is 464
feet long, and has a beam of 64 feet. You have timed its
full rolling period to be 21.0 seconds. What is your
vessel's approximate GM?
A: 1.1 ft
B: 1.3 ft
C: 1.6 ft
D: 1.8 ft
964: Which signal is used by a rescue unit to indicate, "Avast
hauling"?
A: Firing of a green star signal
B: Firing of a red star signal
C: An orange smoke signal
D: Three white star rockets fired at one-minute intervals
965: What statement about immersion suits is TRUE?
A: Immersion suits should be worn while performing routine work
on deck.
B: No stowage container for immersion suits may be capable of
being locked.
C: During the annual maintenance, the front zipper should be
lubricated using light machine oil or mineral oil.
D: Any tear or leak will render the suit unserviceable and it
must be replaced.
966: On vessels on an international voyage, each inflatable
life raft shall have a carrying capacity of not less than
__________.
A: 50 percent of all persons on board
B: 75 percent of all persons on board
C: 6 nor more than 25 persons
D: 10 nor more than 30 persons
967: Gasoline fuel tanks on small passenger vessels must be
installed ____________.
A: independent of the hull
B: on a level higher than the engine
C: in a cool and insulated place
D: so the fuel line to the engine leads from a shut-off valve
at the bottom of the tank
968: Which condition is necessary for a substance to burn?
A: The temperature of the substance must be equal to or above
its fire point.
B: The air must contain oxygen in sufficient quantity.
C: The mixture of vapors with air must be within the "explosive
range."
D: All of the above
969: That center around which a vessel trims is called the
_______.
A: tipping center
B: center of buoyancy
C: center of gravity
D: turning center
970: During cargo operations, your vessel develops a list due to
the center of gravity rising above the transverse
metacenter. To correct the list, you should _____.
A: shift weight to the high side
B: shift weight to the centerline
C: add weight in the lower holds or double bottoms
D: remove weight from the lower holds or double bottoms
971: When should you first have any food or water after boarding
a lifeboat or life raft?
A: After 12 hours
B: After 24 hours
C: Within 48 hours
D: Some food and water should be consumed immediately and then
not until 48 hours later
972: Which statement concerning carbon dioxide is FALSE?
A: It displaces the oxygen in the air.
B: It cannot be seen.
C: It cannot be smelled.
D: It is safe to use near personnel in a confined space.
973: You are on a vessel that has a metacentric height of 1.0
foot and a beam of 40 feet. What can you expect the rolling
period of the vessel to be?
A: 15.2 seconds
B: 15.9 seconds
C: 17.0 seconds
D: 17.6 seconds
974: On board small passenger vessels the minimum fill pipe size
for a gasoline or diesel tank is ____________.
A: 2 1/2 inches nominal pipe size
B: 1 1/2 inches nominal pipe size
C: Not specified by the Regulations
D: Large enough so it does not cause backpressure and fuel
spillage
975: The waiting signal in code for all forms of signaling is
_______.
976: Inflatable liferafts carried on passenger vessels must be
annually ____________.
A: overhauled by the ship's crew
B: sent to the Coast Guard for servicing
C: sent to the steamship company shore repair facility
D: sent to a Coast Guard approved service facility
977: Which type of fire is the foam (stored-pressure type) fire
extinguisher effective on?
A: Classes A & B
B: Classes A & C
C: Classes B & C
D: All of the above
978: You have carbon tetrachloride as part of the cargo. If a
fire breaks out in the general area, what is the major
danger from the carbon tetrachloride?
A: It will explode if exposed to a flame.
B: Phosgene gas may be formed if it comes in contact with hot
metal.
C: It will burn rapidly once ignited.
D: You cannot use water to fight the fire because it will react
with the carbon tetrachloride.
979: When should you first have any food or water after boarding
a lifeboat or life raft?
A: After 12 hours
B: After 24 hours
C: Within 48 hours
D: Some food and water should be consumed immediately and then
not until 48 hours later.
980: Assuming an even transverse distribution of weight in a
vessel, which condition could cause a list?
A: Empty double-bottoms and lower holds, and a heavy deck cargo
B: Flooding the forepeak to correct the vessel's trim
C: Having KG smaller than KM
D: Having a small positive righting arm
981: Oily rags stored in a pile that is open to the atmosphere
are a hazard because they may ___________________.
A: deteriorate and give off noxious gasses
B: spontaneously heat and catch fire
C: attract lice and other vermin and serve as a breeding
ground
D: None of the above
982: In continuous operation, the effective range of the 15 pound
CO2 extinguisher is limited to _______________.
A: 2 to 4 feet
B: 3 to 8 feet
C: 9 to 12 feet
D: 10 to 15 feet
983: Your vessel has a metacentric height of 1.12 feet and a beam
of 60 feet. Your average rolling period will be _____.
A: 20 seconds
B: 23 seconds
C: 25 seconds
D: 35 seconds
984: The lifesaving signal indicated by a horizontal motion of a
white light or white flare means ___________________.
A: "Landing here highly dangerous"
B: "Negative"
C: "Avast hauling"
D: Any of the above
985: What should be used to send the group BEARING 074ø TRUE?
A: A074T
B: B074
C: B074T
D: A074
986: According to Coast Guard Regulations (CFR 33), the shipboard
Oil Pollution Emergency Plan must include __________.
A: all information ordinarily provided in the Oil Record Book
B: an explanation and purpose of the plan
C: a one-line schematic of the plan to be implemented
D: the operating instructions for any and all oily-water
separators installed aboard the vessel
987: Which extinguishing agent will cool down a heated bulkhead
in the least amount of time?
A: Water stream
B: Water fog
C: Steam
D: Dry chemical
988: Which portable fire extinguisher should be used on a class C
fire on board a vessel?
A: Carbon dioxide
B: Water (stored pressure)
C: Foam
D: Carbon tetrachloride
989: First-, second-, and third-degree burns are classified
according to the _____________________.
A: area of the body burned
B: source of heat causing the burn
C: layers of skin affected
D: size of the burned area
990: If your vessel will list with equal readiness to either
side, the list is most likely caused by ____.
A: negative GM
B: off-center weight
C: pocketing of free surface
D: excessive freeboard
991: Fire extinguishing agents used on Class C fires must be
________.
A: able to absorb heat
B: water based
C: nonconducting
D: nontoxic
992: On small passenger vessels gasoline tanks must be _______.
A: electrically bonded to a common ground
B: fitted with vertical baffle plates if the tank is longer
than 30 inches in any horizontal dimension
C: built without flanged-up top edges
D: All of the above
993: If your vessel has a GM of one foot and a breadth of 50
feet, what will be your full rolling period?
A: 11 seconds
B: 15 seconds
C: 20 seconds
D: 22 seconds
994: The signal to guide vessels in distress, which indicates,
"This is the best place to land" is the ________________.
A: horizontal motion of a white flag
B: letter K in Morse code given by light
C: code flag S as a hoist
D: firing of a white star signal
995: If you receive a message "A243" by any method of signaling,
it would be referring to _________________.
A: bearing
B: altitude
C: diving
D: speed
996: What is the penalty for failure to enforce, or comply with,
the vessel bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone regulations?
A: Civil penalty of no more than $500
B: Civil penalty of no more than $5,000
C: $5,000 fine and imprisonment for not more than one year, or
both
D: $1,000 fine or imprisonment for not more than two years
997: Which fire-fighting agent is most effective at removing
heat?
A: Water spray
B: Foam
C: Carbon dioxide
D: Dry chemical
998: Fire extinguishers of sizes III, IV, and V are designated as
________.
A: portable
B: semi-portable
C: fixed
D: disposable
999: A documented vessel operating over 50 miles offshore must
carry an inflatable life raft with a __________.
A: SOLAS A pack
B: SOLAS B pack
C: coastal pack
D: small vessel pack
1000: A vessel continually lists to one side and has a normal
rolling period. Which statement is TRUE?
A: The vessel has negative GM.
B: The center of gravity is on the centerline.
C: The list can be corrected by reducing KM.
D: The vessel has asymmetrical weight distribution.
1001: Which statement about entering into a tank which has been
sealed for a long time is TRUE?
A: The tank should be tested only once to ensure the oxygen
content is at least 14% before entry.
B: The tank must be tested at frequent intervals to ensure that
hazardous gasses have not regenerated.
C: The tank need not be tested for oxygen content if it is
ventilated for more than 24 hours.
D: If the oxygen content tests at less than 12% you should
wear an approved gas mask.
1002: How do you operate a portable CO2 fire extinguisher?
A: Point the horn down.
B: Turn cylinder upside-down.
C: Break the rupture disc.
D: Pull pin, squeeze grip.
1003: You are on a vessel that has a metacentric height of 4 feet,
and a beam of 50 feet. What can you expect the rolling
period of the vessel to be?
A: 10.0 seconds
B: 10.5 seconds
C: 11.0 seconds
D: 11.5 seconds
1004: The lifesaving signal used to indicate, "Landing here highly
dangerous" is _________________.
A: firing of a white star signal
B: firing of a red star signal
C: vertical motion of a red light
D: code letter "K" given by light or sound signaling apparatus
1005: Which signal should be used to send the group "Distance 750
nautical miles"?
A: D750
B: D750N
C: R750
D: R750N
1006: An immersion suit must be equipped with a(n) ____________.
A: air bottle for breathing
B: whistle and light
C: whistle, light, and reflective tape
D: whistle, light, and sea dye marker
1007: What is the BEST conductor of electricity?
A: Carbon dioxide
B: Distilled water
C: Fresh water
D: Salt water
1008: A minor heat burn of the eye should be treated by _________.
A: gently flooding with water
B: warming the eye with moist warm packs
C: laying the person flat on his back
D: mineral oil drops directly on the eye
1009: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
09'-00", AFT 15'-11.5". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1.80 feet
B: 1.89 feet
C: 1.98 feet
D: 2.05 feet
1010: Which action will best increase the transverse stability of
a merchant vessel at sea?
A: Ballasting the double bottom tanks
B: Deballasting the deep tanks
C: Positioning a heavy lift cargo on the main deck
D: Raising the cargo booms to the upright position
1011: Which vessel(s) is(are) required to comply with the vessel
bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone regulations while
navigating?
A: All towing vessels 25 feet or less in length
B: All passenger vessels of 50 gross tons or less, carrying one
or more passengers
C: Power-driven vessels 20 meters in length or longer
D: An intermittently manned floating plant under the control of
a dredge
1012: The discharge from a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher should
be directed __________________.
A: at the base of the flames
B: at the center of the flames
C: to the lee side of the flames
D: over the tops of the flames
1013: If it is impractical to use the fill line to sound the fuel
tank, then the tank should be fitted with _________.
(Small Passenger Vessel Regulations)
A: a separate sounding tube or an installed marine type fuel
gauge
B: An extra five gallon tank for reserve fuel
C: A good air vent of sufficient diameter
D: A glass tube to visually observe the fuel
1014: Which signal would be used by a shore rescue unit to
indicate "Landing here highly dangerous"?
A: The firing of a white star signal
B: Horizontal motion with a white flag
C: Vertical motion of a white light
D: Code letter "K" by blinker light
1015: Which group should be used to send the signal Longitude
109ø34' West?
A: D 0934
B: LO 10934 W
C: G 0934
D: L 10934
1016: What is the maximum length of time that distress flares are
approved for?
A: 1 and 1/2 years
B: 2 years
C: 3 and 1/2 years
D: 5 years
1017: The extinguishing agent most likely to allow reignition of a
fire is _____________________.
A: carbon dioxide
B: foam
C: water fog
D: water stream
1019: You are operating 10 miles offshore with three people
aboard. What kind of survival craft must you carry?
A: An inflatable life raft with a coastal pack
B: A life float
C: An inflatable buoyant apparatus
D: No survival craft is required.
1020: Which vessels must comply with the vessel bridge-to-bridge
radiotelephone regulations while navigating?
A: Towing vessels 25 feet in length or less
B: Passenger vessels of 100 gross tons or greater, carrying
one or more passengers for hire
C: Power-driven vessels 12 meters or less in length
D: All of the above
1021: Which vessel(s) is(are) required to comply with the vessel
bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone regulations while
navigating?
A: Towing vessel 25 feet or less in length
B: Passenger vessel of 50 GT or less, carrying one or more
passengers for hire
C: Power-driven vessels 12 meters or less in length, operating
on inland waters
D: Dredges engaged in operations likely to restrict navigation
of other vessels in or near a channel or fairway
1022: When fighting a fire on a bulkhead using a portable carbon
dioxide extinguisher, the stream should be directed at the
________.
A: base of the flames, moving the horn from side to side,
following the flames upward as they diminish
B: top of the flaming area, moving the horn from side to side,
following the flames downward as they diminish
C: center of the flaming area, moving the horn vertically from
top to bottom
D: bottom of the flaming area, moving the horn vertically to
the top following the flames upward as they diminish
1023: Providing you are not in a special area, such as the
Mediterranean or Red Sea, how many nautical miles from land
must you be to throw packing materials that will float into
the sea?
A: 3 nm
B: 6 nm
C: 12 nm
D: 25 nm
1024: The firing of a red star signal may mean __________________.
A: "This is the best place to land"
B: "You are seen - assistance will be given as soon as
possible"
C: "Tail block is made fast"
D: "Slack away"
1025: Which group should be used to send the signal "Latitude
73ø25' North"?
A: G17325N
B: L7325N
C: LA7325N
D: N7325
1026: A life raft with a capacity of 8 people used in ocean
service is required by regulations to carry ________.
A: 8 litres of fresh water
B: 8 units of provisions
C: 12 litres of fresh water
D: 24 units of provisions
1027: What is the most important characteristic of the
extinguishing agent in fighting a class "C" fire?
A: Weight
B: Temperature
C: Electrical nonconductivity
D: Cost
1028: Symptoms of heat stroke are _____.
A: cold and moist skin, high body temperature
B: cold and dry skin, low body temperature
C: hot and moist skin, high body temperature
D: hot and dry skin, high body temperature
1029: Which vessel(s) is(are) required to comply with the vessel
bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone regulations while
navigating?
A: Towing vessel 26 feet in length or greater
B: Passenger vessels of 100 gross tons or greater, carrying
one or more passengers for hire
C: Power-driven vessels 20 meters in length or greater
D: All of the above
1030: Which vessel(s) is(are) required to comply with the "Vessel
Bridge-to-Bridge Radiotelephone Regulations" while
navigating?
A: Towing vessels 25 feet or less in length, engaged in towing
operations
B: Passenger vessel 50 gross tons or less, carrying passengers
for hire
C: Dredges engaged in operations likely to restrict navigation
of other vessels in or near a channel or fairway
D: An intermittently manned floating plant under the control of
a dredge
1031: What is the major function of the deck water seal in an
inert gas system?
A: Relieve excessive overpressures in the system.
B: Isolate hazardous from nonhazardous areas.
C: Prevent the flow of inert gas into closed tanks.
D: Remove any leftover water or soot after the gas has
been scrubbed.
1032: When used to fight fire, carbon dioxide _____.
A: is effective if used promptly on an oil fire
B: has a greater cooling effect than water
C: is lighter than air
D: is harmless to cargo and crew
1033: Your vessel has been in a collision. After assessing the
damage, you begin down flooding. This will cause the KB to
do what?
A: Fall
B: Remain stationary
C: Rise
D: Shift to the high side
1034: Which vessels must comply with the vessel bridge-to-bridge
radiotelephone regulations while navigating?
A: All towing vessels 26 feet in length or greater
B: All passenger vessels less than 100 gross tons
C: All power-driven vessels 12 meters or less in length
D: All of the above
1035: The letter G, when sent with a complement, may be followed
by ______.
A: two numerals
B: two letters
C: three or four numerals
D: four or five numerals
1036: Life preservers must be marked with the _________________.
A: stowage space assigned
B: vessel's name
C: vessel's home port
D: maximum weight allowed
1037: What is the minimum size power-driven vessel, not engaged in
towing, required to comply with the vessel bridge-to-bridge
radiotelephone regulations?
A: 50 meters
B: 25 meters
C: 20 meters
D: 12 meters
1038: You are piloting a vessel, which is required to have a
radiotelephone, on the navigable waters of the United
States. You must _____.
A: maintain a listening watch and communicate in English
B: use the bridge-to-bridge VHF-FM designated frequency only to
exchange navigational information or necessary tests
C: have on board an operator who holds a restricted
radiotelephone operator permit or higher license, as well as
a FCC ship station license
D: All of the above
1039: On board small passenger vessels, fill lines and sounding
pipes of gasoline tanks must extend directly _____________.
A: to within one-half of their diameter from the bottom of
the tank
B: To within one-half foot from the bottom of the tank
C: To the tank top
D: Midway between the top and bottom of the tank
1040: General requirements for a vessel's radiotelephone station
log are that _______________________.
A: logs must be kept in an orderly manner
B: erasures are not allowed
C: it must identify the vessel's name and official number
D: All of the above
1041: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 2685 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
27.4 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 25.4 feet
B: KG 26.0 feet
C: KG 26.6 feet
D: KG 27.2 feet
1042: Which danger exists to people when CO2 is discharged into a
small enclosed space?
A: Damaged eardrums
B: Electric shock
C: Frostbite
D: Respiratory arrest
1043: Your vessel is damaged and on an even keel. There is no
trim. The freeboard is reduced to less than 1 foot. The
rolling period is very long, and the vessel is sluggish in
returning from a roll. Which action would you take FIRST to
improve stability?
A: In calm seas lower the lifeboats to the water and keep them
alongside.
B: Rig the jumbo boom and use it to jettison heavy deck cargo.
C: Press up a centerline double bottom that is now filled to
15% capacity.
D: Pump out the peak tanks simultaneously.
1044: What is the lifesaving signal for, "You are seen -
assistance will be given as soon as possible"?
A: Green star rocket
B: Red star rocket
C: Orange smoke signal
D: Horizontal motion of a flag
1045: Which group would be used to send the signal Greenwich mean
time 11:35 pm?
A: GMT 1135PM
B: T 2335 GMT
C: Z 2335
D: G 2335
1046: On small passenger vessels a gasoline tank vent
pipe must ___________.
A: have a cross sectional area not less than that of 3/4" OD
tubing
B: be connected to the tank at its highest point
C: terminate in a U-bend as high above the weather deck as
practicable
D: All of the above
1047: The main advantage of a steady stream of water on a class
"A" fire is that it _________________.
A: breaks up and cools the fire
B: protects the firefighting crew
C: removes the oxygen
D: washes the fire away
1048: The angle of maximum righting arm corresponds approximately
to the angle of _________________.
A: deck edge immersion
B: the load line
C: downflooding
D: loll
1049: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
09'-00", AFT 15'-11". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 2.62 feet
B: 2.82 feet
C: 2.97 feet
D: 3.15 feet
1050: A gasoline fuel tank vent on a small passenger vessel
should terminate ___________.
A: As close to the deck plates as possible
B: Below the waterline to eliminate the accumulation of
explosive vapors
C: Midway between the fuel tank and the engine
D: On the hull exterior as high above the waterline as
practicable and remote from any hull opening
1051: The fresh air intake of the inert gas system _____,
A: prevents the flue gas from falling below 3% content of
oxygen
B: allows the inert gas piping to be used for gas freeing the
tanks
C: opens when there is excessive vacuum on the deck water seal
D: enables outside air to mix with and cool hot flue gasses
1052: The danger associated with using carbon dioxide in an
enclosed space is ______________.
A: frostbite
B: skin burns
C: asphyxiation
D: an explosive reaction
1053: Your vessel is damaged and listing to port. The rolling
period is long, and the vessel will occasionally assume a
starboard list. Which action should you take FIRST?
A: Fill an empty double bottom tank on the starboard side
B: Transfer all possible movable weights from port to starboard
C: Pump out ballast from the port and starboard double bottom
tanks
D: Press up a slack centerline double bottom tank
1054: By day, the signal meaning, "This is the best place to land"
is a _________________.
A: vertical motion of a red flag
B: vertical motion of a white flag or the arms
C: white smoke signal
D: white star rocket
1055: The signal K4 sent by any method means _____________.
A: a distance of 4 miles
B: a speed of 4 knots
C: the wind is from the south
D: "I wish to communicate with you by sound signals"
1056: U.S.C.G. approved buoyant work vests are considered to be
items of safety equipment and may be worn by members of the
crew ________.
A: in lieu of life preservers during fire drills
B: in lieu of life preservers during boat drills
C: in lieu of life preservers during an actual emergency
D: when carrying out duties near a weather deck's edge
1057: The primary method by which water fog puts out fires is by
______.
A: removing the oxygen
B: cooling the fire below the ignition temperature
C: removing combustible material
D: diluting combustible vapors
1058: Which statement describes the relationship between flash
point and auto-ignition temperature?
A: Both are higher than normal burning temperatures.
B: The flash point is always higher.
C: The ignition temperature is always higher.
D: They are not necessarily related.
1059: Provided every effort is made to preserve body moisture
content by avoiding perspiration, how long is it normally
possible to survive without water?
A: Up to 3 days
B: 8 to 14 days
C: 15 to 20 days
D: 25 to 30 days
1060: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 26'-06", AFT 28'-10"
B: FWD 26'-10", AFT 28'-05"
C: FWD 27'-00", AFT 28'-03"
D: FWD 27'-03", AFT 28'-00"
1061: What are the symptoms of sun stroke?
A: Temperature falls below normal, pulse is rapid and feeble,
skin is cold and clammy.
B: Temperature is high, pulse is strong and rapid, skin is hot
and dry.
C: Temperature is high, pulse is slow and feeble, skin is
clammy.
D: Temperature falls below normal, pulse is rapid, skin is
clammy.
1062: Weight is considered during the periodic required inspection
and servicing of _______________.
A: CO2 (carbon dioxide) fire extinguishers
B: foam fire extinguishers
C: water (stored pressure) fire extinguishers
D: All of the above
1063: Gasoline tank vent lines on board small passenger vessels
must be fitted with removable flame screens _____________.
A: and 30 square inches of louvers
B: three inches in diameter with a check valve to prevent
water from entering in heavy weather
C: three inches in circumference inside the fill pipe
D: consisting of a single screen of at least 30 X 30 mesh,
corrosion resistant wire
1064: By day, the horizontal motion of a white flag, or arms
extended horizontally, by a person on the beach indicates
_____________.
A: "Haul away"
B: "Tail block is made fast"
C: "Negative"
D: "Affirmative"
1065: Upon hearing the abandon ship signal, you put on your
life jacket and report to your station. After the cover is
removed you board your open lifeboat boat. The FIRST thing
to do is to _______.
A: release the gripes
B: release tricing pendants
C: put the cap on the drain
D: lift the brake handle
1066: Coast Guard approved buoyant work vests __________________.
A: may be substituted for 10 percent of the required life
preservers
B: should be stowed adjacent to lifeboats and emergency
stations
C: may be used by boat crews and line handlers during lifeboat
drills
D: should be used when carrying out duties near a weather
deck's edge
1067: A large oil fire on the deck of a ship can be fought most
effectively with _____________.
A: dry chemical
B: foam
C: high-velocity fog
D: Water (cartridge-operated)
1068: The "flammable limits" of an atmosphere are the ___________.
A: two temperatures between which an atmosphere will self
ignite
B: upper and lower percentage of vapor concentrations in an
atmosphere which will burn if an ignition source is present
C: upper and lower pressures between which an atmosphere will
not burn
D: two temperatures between which an atmosphere will burn if an
ignition source is present
1069: After the initial AMVER Position Report, sent by a vessel
sailing foreign, subsequent Position Reports must be sent no
less frequently than every _____________.
A: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
B: 48 hours
C: 36 hours
D: 24 hours
1070: On small passenger vessels, fuel lines may be made of _____.
A: plastic, rubber, or seamless steel tubing
B: stainless steel, iron, or brass
C: copper, plastic, stainless steel, or galvanized iron
D: annealed tubing of copper, nickel-copper, or copper nickel
1071: Aboard small passenger vessels, which material may be used
for diesel fuel line installations but not for gasoline fuel
lines?
A: Annealed copper tubing
B: Nickel-copper tubing
C: Copper-nickel tubing
D: Seamless steel pipe or tubing
1072: A combustible gas indicator will NOT operate correctly when
the _________.
A: hydrocarbon content of the atmosphere exceeds the U.E.L
B: atmosphere is deficient in oxygen
C: distance between the operator and the compartment to be
tested is greater than 50 feet
D: All of the above
1073: Your vessel is damaged and partially flooded. It is
listing 12ø to port and trimmed 8 feet down by the head. It
has a long, slow, sluggish roll. Which action should you
take FIRST?
A: Press up an after, slack, centerline double bottom tank
B: Pump out the forepeak tank
C: Jettison the anchors and anchor cables
D: Jettison deck cargo from the port side
1074: Which one of the following signals is made at night by a
lifesaving station to indicate "Landing here highly
dangerous"?
A: Horizontal motion of a white light or flare
B: Vertical motion of a white light or flare
C: White star rocket
D: Vertical motion of a red light or flare
1075: Prior to lowering the lifeboat, the most important item to
check is the _______________.
A: oars
B: sail
C: boat plug
D: life preservers
1076: The life jackets on all vessels shall be _________.
A: inspected weekly
B: worn at all times
C: readily available
D: tested yearly
1077: A vessel's KG is determined by _____.
A: dividing the total longitudinal moment summation by
displacement
B: dividing the total vertical moment summation by displacement
C: multiplying the MT1 by the longitudinal moments
D: subtracting LCF from LCB
1078: The explosive range of petroleum vapors mixed with air is
______.
A: 0% to 1% by volume
B: 1% to 6% by volume
C: 6% to 12% by volume
D: 12% to 20% by volume
1079: What alarm is NOT found on an inert gas system?
A: Low oxygen alarm
B: Low pressure alarm
C: Scrubber high water level alarm
D: Deck seal low water alarm
1080: A vessel to which Annex V to MARPOL 73/78 applies is located
in a MARPOL designated special area, 14 nautical miles from
nearest land. What type of garbage is permitted to be
discharged?
A: Paper products
B: Glass ground to less than 1"
C: Metal ground to less than 1"
D: Food waste
1081: All of the following are part of the fire triangle EXCEPT
_________.
A: heat
B: oxygen
C: fuel
D: electricity
1082: Which statement is TRUE concerning combustible gas
indicators?
A: One sample of air is adequate to test a tank.
B: They do not work properly where there is a lack of oxygen.
C: They will detect a lack of oxygen.
D: They are calibrated to read the percentage chance of
explosion.
1083: On board small passenger vessels, fittings used in a
gasoline supply line must be ___.
A: made of non-ferrous metal, and be a flare or non-bite
flareless type
B: an interlocking type
C: a silver-soldered type
D: an asbestos covered type
1084: On small passenger vessels, what type of devices are
required at both the tank and engine connections of all
internal combustion engine fuel lines?
A: Clean out plates
B: Fuel gauges
C: Drain valves
D: Shut-off valves
1085: When lowering lifeboats in heavy seas, a good practice is to
rig frapping lines ____________________________.
A: on only the forward falls
B: on only the after falls
C: with a lead of about 45 degrees to the boat
D: from the falls to the main deck of the vessel
1086: Required lifesaving equipment on existing vessels may be
continued in use on the vessel if ____________________.
A: kept on board no more than 2 years
B: inspected and serviced every 6 months
C: destroyed if more than 5 years old
D: maintained in good and serviceable condition
1087: A combination or all-purpose nozzle produces ___________.
A: low-velocity fog only
B: a solid stream only
C: a solid stream and foam
D: a solid stream and fog
1088: The flash point of a liquid means the temperature
________.
A: at which a liquid will give off inflammable vapors
B: at which a liquid will burn steadily
C: at which a liquid will explode
D: that a liquid must reach before it will flow readily
1089: During counterflooding to correct a severe list aggravated
by an off-center load, your vessel suddenly takes a list or
trim to the opposite side. You should ________________.
A: continue counterflooding in the same direction
B: continue counterflooding, but in the opposite direction
C: immediately stop counterflooding
D: deballast from the low side
1090: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
09'-00", AFT 15'-11.5". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1.80 feet
B: 1.89 feet
C: 1.98 feet
D: 2.05 feet
1091: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
09'-00", AFT 15'-11.5". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 2.49 feet
B: 2.38 feet
C: 2.27 feet
D: 2.05 feet
1092: Which statement is TRUE concerning a combustible gas
indicator?
A: Several seconds will elapse between the taking of a sample
and the reading appearing on the dial.
B: The instrument will operate in any atmosphere.
C: Toxicity of the atmosphere is measured by the instrument.
D: All of the above
1093: On small passenger vessels, which device(s) must be
fitted to a fuel line's tank connection?
A: A fuel strainer
B: A shut-off valve
C: A tubular glass gauge to indicate the fuel level
D: All of the above
1094: A small craft advisory forecasts winds of up to what speed?
A: 16 kts.
B: 24 kts.
C: 33 kts.
D: 48 kts.
1095: When launching a lifeboat, frapping lines should be rigged
_____.
A: before the gripes are released
B: before the boat is moved from the davits
C: at the embarkation deck
D: after the boat is in the water
1096: What is the minimum number of ring life buoys required
on board a 275-foot self-propelled cargo vessel engaged in
coastwise trade, operating 15 miles off the east coast of
the United States?
1097: Foam extinguishes a fire by ________________.
A: shutting off the air supply
B: cooling the fuel to below ignition temperature
C: dispersing the fuel
D: removing the source of ignition
1098: Which statement is TRUE concerning the "flash point" of a
substance?
A: It is lower than the ignition temperature.
B: It is the temperature at which a substance will
spontaneously ignite.
C: It is the temperature at which a substance, when ignited,
will continue to burn.
D: It is the temperature at which the released vapors will fall
within the explosive range.
1099: On small passenger vessels, shut-off valves must be
installed on both gasoline and diesel fuel supply lines
_____________.
A: at the tank and the engine end of the fuel line
B: outside the engineroom on the fill and vent lines
C: only at the tank end of the fuel line
D: only at the engine end of the fuel line
1100: The maximum speed of lowering for a lifeboat on gravity
davits is controlled by the _________.
A: limit switches
B: emergency disconnect switch
C: governor brake
D: position of the counterweight on the brake handle
1101: A crew member has suffered frostbite to the toes of the
right foot. Which is NOT an acceptable first aid measure?
A: Rub the toes briskly.
B: Elevate the foot slightly.
C: Rewarm rapidly.
D: Give aspirin or other medication for pain if necessary.
1102: While using a combustible gas indicator, if the hydrocarbon
content of the atmosphere exceeds the U.E.L., the needle of
the indicator will ___________________________.
A: remain at zero without moving
B: move to the maximum reading and stay there
C: move halfway up the scale
D: move to the maximum reading and immediately return to zero
1103: A vessel is "listed" when it is ______________________.
A: inclined due to an off-center weight
B: inclined due to the wind
C: down by the head
D: down by the stern
1104: When there is a small craft advisory winds are predicted up
to ______.
A: 15 knots
B: 24 knots
C: 33 knots
D: 42 knots
1105: In launching a lifeboat, when should the tricing pendants be
released?
A: Before the boat is lowered from the stowage position
B: As soon as the boat-fall blocks clear the davit head
C: After the limit switch is activated
D: After all people have been embarked
1106: On small passenger vessels, when may a flexible hose
be used in gasoline or diesel fuel lines?
A: In diesel installations only
B: In gasoline installations only
C: In both diesel and gasoline installations
D: In neither diesel nor gasoline installations
1107: In the production of chemical foam by a continuous-type
generator __________________.
A: the maximum water pressure to be used is 50 psi
B: the speed of foam production is slower at lower water
temperatures
C: each pound of foam powder produces about 800 gallons of
chemical foam
D: fresh water only should be used
1108: The vapor pressure of a substance ______________.
A: increases with the temperature
B: decreases as temperature increases
C: is not affected by temperature
D: may increase or decrease as the temperature rises
1109: On small passenger vessels, drains or outlets for
drawing off diesel fuel from water traps or strainers must
____________.
A: be located at the lowest portion of the tank
B: have only a gravity-forced flow
C: be extended to an external area of the hull
D: are permitted
1110: Limit switches on gravity davits should be tested by ______.
A: the engineers, from a panel in the engine room
B: shutting off the current to the winch
C: pushing the switch lever arm while the winch is running
D: All of the above
1111: On small passenger vessels, outlets in fuel lines are
permitted ___________.
A: to tap fuel for cleaning parts and engine wash down
B: for inspection purposes only
C: to bleed fuel lines
D: under no circumstances in gasoline installations
1112: A combustible gas indicator meter is calibrated to read the
percentage of ___________________.
A: vapor to oxygen
B: the flammable limit concentration
C: the autoignition concentration
D: the lower explosive limit concentration
1113: Releasing oil from the sea anchor of a lifeboat may
________.
A: keep the propeller from being fouled
B: increase propeller speed
C: help calm the waves in the vicinity of the craft
D: increase the holding power of the sea anchor
1114: The National Weather Service differentiates between small
craft, gale, whole gale, and hurricane warnings by the
_____.
A: amount of rain forecasted
B: wave heights forecasted
C: amount of cloud cover forecasted
D: wind speed forecasted
1115: When launching a lifeboat, the tricing pennants should be
released _________________.
A: before the boat is lowered from the stowed position
B: as the boat-fall blocks break clear of the davit head
C: before the boat is lowered from the embarkation level
D: after the boat is released into the water
1116: Line throwing apparatus aboard ship must contain ________.
A: two rockets, one of which shall be the buoyant type
B: three rockets, one of which shall be the buoyant type
C: four rockets, two of which shall be the buoyant type
D: five rockets, two of which shall be the buoyant type
1117: Production of mechanical foam by a portable in-line foam
proportioner _______________.
A: increases the size of foam bubbles formed
B: increases the rate of foam production
C: improves the extinguishing properties of foam
D: gives the nozzleman more freedom of movement, since it can
be placed anywhere in the hose line
1118: The volatility of a flammable liquid is indicated by it's
________________.
A: ignition temperature
B: flash point
C: flammable range
D: conversion index
1119: A fill pipe for a gasoline tank on board a small
passenger vessel must be ________.
A: arranged so neither liquid gasoline nor its vapors can
overflow or escape inside the vessel
B: terminated on the weather deck and extend to within one-half
of its diameter from the bottom of the tank
C: fitted with a suitably marked watertight deckplate or screw
cap
D: All of the above
1120: You will find a limit switch on a __________.
A: life raft cradle
B: radial davit
C: sheath-screw davit
D: gravity davit
1121: In illustration DO11SA, number 1 operates the __________.
A: releasing gear
B: McCluny hook
C: sea painter
D: Fleming gear
1122: A combustible gas indicator will operate correctly ONLY when
the ________.
A: hydrocarbon content of the atmosphere is less than the
U.E.L.
B: atmosphere is deficient in oxygen
C: compartment to be tested is free of CO2
D: All of the above
1123: On small passenger vessels, all spaces containing
gasoline-powered machinery or gasoline storage
tanks must be ventilated with _____________.
A: mechanical air supply fans and natural exhaust
B: natural air supply and mechanical exhaust fans
C: cowls and scoops which can be closed during foul weather
D: air conditioning to control moisture
1124: Spaces containing gasoline-powered machinery or
gasoline storage tanks on small passenger vessels
should have ventilator ducts that extend to the bilges
because _____________.
A: air is heavier than gas fumes
B: oil and water mix there
C: it prevents air from entering or leaving the space
D: Gasoline vapors are heavier than air, tend to settle in
the bilges, and creat an explosion hazard
1125: What is the best procedure for picking up a lifeboat at sea
while utilizing the lifeboat's sea painter?
A: Place the lifeboat ahead and to windward of your vessel with
the wind about broad on the bow of your ship.
B: Place the lifeboat ahead and to leeward of your ship with
the wind about broad on the bow of your ship.
C: Place your ship to windward of the lifeboat with the wind on
the quarter to allow your ship to drift down to the
lifeboat.
D: Place the lifeboat ahead and to windward of your ship with
the wind about broad on the quarter of your ship.
1126: Aboard small passenger vessels which type(s) of ventilation
must be provided for enclosed spaces containing gasoline
engines or gasoline fuel tanks?
A: Natural supply and mechanical exhaust
B: At least one opening to the exterior of the hull
C: Mechanical supply and natural exhaust
D: Any of the above
1127: Compared to the amount of concentrated foam liquid used, the
amount of low expansion mechanical foam produced is _______.
A: 97 times greater
B: 94 times greater
C: 10 times greater
D: 2 times greater
1128: Most small passenger vessels have an auxiliary steering
arrangement. According to the regulations, which is
acceptable as a substitute for the auxiliary steering
system?
A: A threefold purchase, rove to advantage
B: A spare rudder, stowed so it can be readily mounted
C: A suitable hand tiller, approved by the OCMI
D: All of the above
1129: What is NOT a function of the scrubber of an inert gas
system?
A: Cool the inert gas
B: Remove particulate matter like soot
C: Maintain pressure in the tanks
D: Remove chemical impurities
1130: What is the purpose of the limit switch on gravity davits?
A: To cut off the power when the davits hit the track safety
stops
B: To stop the davits from going too fast
C: To cut off the power when the davits are about 12 inches or
more from the track safety stops
D: None of the above
1131: If you observe any situation which presents a safety or
pollution hazard during fuel transfer operations, what
action should you take FIRST?
A: Close the valves at the transfer manifold
B: Notify the person in charge of the shore facility
C: Shut down the transfer operation
D: Sound the fire alarm
1132: According to 46 CFR Subchapter T, how long should exhaust
blowers be operated in enclosed spaces containing gasoline
powered machinery before starting the engine?
A: For at least four to five minutes
B: Long enough to achieve a minimum of two complete air changes
C: Long enough to achieve at least one complete change of air
D: No fixed amount, but the blower should run until you
don't smell any gas
1133: If you must enter water on which there is an oil fire, you
should _______________.
A: protect your life preserver by holding it above your head
B: enter the water on the windward side of the vessel
C: keep both hands in front of your face to break the water
surface when diving head first
D: wear very light clothing
1134: On board small passenger vessels, ducts for compartments
which contain gasoline powered machinery or gasoline storage
tanks ________________.
A: must not allow any appreciable vapor flow except through
their normal openings
B: must be of rigid, permanent construction
C: must lead as directly as possible and be properly fastened
and supported
D: All of the above
1135: Which statement about the bilge piping system of "T-Boats"
that are more than 26 feet in length is NOT correct?
A: Each watertight compartment must have its own bilge suction
line or pump
B: Each space's bilge suction connection to a manifold must
have stop and check valves, or a stop-check valve
C: All bilge piping must be at least 2" inside-diameter brass
pipe
D: Bilge suction strainers must have an open area not less
than three times the area of the bilge pipe
1136: The breaking strength of the service lines of the rockets
used with line throwing appliances is ________________.
A: 300 lbs
B: 500 lbs
C: 1000 lbs
D: 1500 lbs
1137: One gallon of low expansion foam solution will produce about
_________.
A: 10 gallons of foam
B: 25 gallons of foam
C: 100 gallons of foam
D: 500 gallons of foam
1138: What is LEAST likely to cause ignition of fuel vapors?
A: Static electricity
B: An open running electric motor
C: Loose wiring
D: Explosion proof lights
1139: You are at the helm of a sloop-rigged sailing vessel under
sail on the port tack, on a beam reach, with all
appropriate sails set and properly trimmed. You are
instructed to "head up quickly". To utilize your sails to
assist with the turn, you should ___________________.
A: slack the main sheet
B: slack the main outhaul
C: trim the foreguy
D: slack the jib sheet
1140: Limit switches are used on which davits?
A: Sheath-screw davits
B: Gravity davits
C: Radial davits
D: Quadrantal davits
1141: You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. On
board is the cargo listed. What is the height above the
main deck of the center of gravity of the cargo?
A: 2.15 feet
B: 2.05 feet
C: 1.85 feet
D: 1.52 feet
1142: While testing a cargo tank, your oxygen indicator reads 25%
oxygen in the tank. You would then _______.
A: enter the tank safely
B: suspect the accuracy of the reading
C: ventilate the tank
D: test for nitrogen
1143: For pumping the bilges, a 54 foot long "T-Boat", which is
not a ferry, but is certificated to carry 30 passengers,
must be fitted with at least ____________________.
A: one fixed power pump and one portable hand pump
B: one fixed hand pump and one portable hand pump
C: two portable hand pumps
D: either "A" or "B"
1144: Aboard a 60 foot long small passenger vessel (other than a
ferry) which is certificated to carry 33 persons, the
minimum capacity required per bilge pump is ____________.
A: 10 gallons per minute
B: 19 gallons per minute
C: 38 gallons per minute
D: 50 gallons per minute
1145: When hoisting a boat on gravity type davits using an
electric motor driven winch, the davit arms should be
brought up __________.
A: to their final position with the winch operating at slow
speed
B: to the bar stop, and then hand cranked to their final
position
C: until just before they make contact with the limit switch,
and then hand cranked to their final position
D: to the embarkation deck, and then hand cranked to their
final position
1146: Which vessel is NOT required to carry a rocket-type line
throwing appliance?
A: An oceangoing vessel of 140 GT
B: A coastwise vessel of 550 GT
C: An river-going vessel of 760 GT
D: All of the above
1147: In addition to a portable hand-operated bilge pump, a 55
foot long ferry must have a fixed power operated bilge pump
capable of pumping at least ___________.
A: 5 GPM
B: 10 GPM
C: 25 GPM
D: 50 GPM
1148: Spontaneous combustion is most likely to occur in _________.
A: rags soaked in linseed oil
B: overloaded electrical circuits
C: dirty swabs and cleaning gear
D: partially loaded fuel tanks
1149: If the metacentric height is small, a vessel will ________.
A: be tender
B: have a quick and rapid motion
C: be stiff
D: yaw
1150: After the boat is at the top of the davit heads, the davit
arms begin moving up the tracks and are stopped by the ____.
A: hoist man
B: limit switch
C: brake handle
D: preventer bar
1151: Treatment of sunstroke consists principally of _____.
A: cooling, removing to shaded area, and lying down
B: bathing with rubbing alcohol
C: drinking ice water
D: All of the above
1152: Hand tillers are only accepted as an auxiliary means of
steering if __________.
A: they are at least 6 feet long
B: they are not operated through a reduction gear
C: they are found satisfactory by the cognizant OCMI
D: Both A and C above
1153: According to 46 CFR Subchapter T, rigid plastic and other
non-metallic piping materials __________.
A: may replace metal pipe or tubing in any installation
B: may not be used on inspected vessels
C: may only be used in non-vital systems
D: are preferable to steel pipe
1154: On a small passenger vessel, backfire flame arrestors are
installed on a/an __________.
A: oil fired turbine or reciprocating steam engine
B: turbocharged diesel engine
C: natural gas (propane) engine
D: gasoline powered engine
1155: When picking up a lifeboat at sea with way on the ship, the
sea painter should be secured ______________________.
A: well forward in the lifeboat
B: about amidships in the lifeboat
C: well aft in the lifeboat
D: only after the falls have been attached
1156: Which statement is TRUE concerning the testing of the
line-throwing appliance?
A: It shall be fired at least once in every three months.
B: A drill in its use shall be held once in every 3 months.
C: Drills shall be held quarterly and it shall be fired
annually.
D: No drills are required.
1157: When using the combustible gas indicator, a special filter
for filtering the incoming sample must be used if the
atmosphere being tested contains vapors of ______________.
A: sour crude
B: leaded gasoline
C: CO2
D: chlorine
1158: Spontaneous combustion is caused by __________________.
A: an outside heat source heating a substance until it ignites
B: conduction of heat through a wall of material to the
substance
C: chemical action within a substance
D: All of the above
1159: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 3315 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
27.0 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 26.2 feet
B: KG 27.4 feet
C: KG 28.6 feet
D: KG 30.1 feet
1160: Frapping lines ___________.
A: secure the lifeboat in the davits when in the stowed
position
B: bring the lifeboat close alongside the rail in the
embarkation position
C: give the occupants a safety line when the boat is being
lowered from the embarkation level
D: reduce the swinging of the lifeboat at the embarkation level
1161: You are approaching another vessel and see that she has the
signal flag "A" hoisted. What should you do?
A: Give the vessel a wide berth as she is carrying dangerous
goods.
B: Attempt to call the vessel on VHF radiotelephone because she
is disabled.
C: Stop your vessel instantly.
D: Slow your vessel and keep well clear because she has a diver
down.
1162: Which instrument is suitable for determining the presence of
explosive concentrations of fuel oil vapors in tanks?
A: A flame safety lamp
B: A combustible gas indicator
C: A liquid cargo meter
D: All of the above
1163: Individual wires, used in systems greater than
50 volts, ___________________.
A: should be supported at 24 inch intervals with plastic tie
wraps
B: should never be located in a tank
C: must be installed in conduit
D: All of the above
1164: A drill must be conducted in the use of the line throwing
appliance at least once in every _________________.
A: 2 months
B: 3 months
C: 4 monhs
D: 5 months
1165: When in command of a lifeboat under oars, the command
"Backwater" means to _______________________.
A: lift oars to vertical position, trim blades fore and aft
with handles resting on footings
B: complete the stroke, come to "Oars", raise oars smartly to
vertical, rest handles on footing, trim blades fore and
aft
C: row in astern motion
D: complete stroke, stop rowing, dip blade about halfway into
water, hold water to stop the way on the boat
1166: What is NOT a requirement for testing the line throwing
appliance on a vessel?
A: The appliance should be tested every three months.
B: A regular service line should be used when testing.
C: A regular projectile should be used when testing.
D: An entry about the test must be made in the Official
Log Book.
1167: A pumproom is suspected of accumulating gases after a
ventilation machinery breakdown. Where should the
combustible gas indicator case be placed when testing the
pumproom atmosphere for combustible gases?
A: In the lower level of the pumproom
B: In the middle level of the pumproom
C: In the upper level of the pumproom
D: On the deck outside the pumproom
1168: What is the maximum oxygen content below which flaming
combustion will no longer occur?
A: 1%
B: 10%
C: 15%
D: 21%
1169: Your vessel's draft is 24'-06" forward and aft. The MT1 of
your vessel is 1000 ft-tons. How many tons of cargo must be
loaded in number 4 hold, which is 100 feet abaft the tipping
center, if she is to have a 2 foot drag?
A: 120 tons
B: 240 tons
C: 300 tons
D: 480 tons
1170: When operating gravity davits, the _______________.
A: gripes should be released after the boat is moving
B: davits should always be hand cranked the last 12 inches into
the final stowed position
C: boats are generally lowered by surging the falls around
cruciform bitts
D: tricing pendant should be tripped prior to releasing the
gripes
1171: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
09'-00", AFT 15'-11". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 2.62 feet
B: 2.82 feet
C: 2.97 feet
D: 3.15 feet
1172: What could result in an incorrect oxygen concentration
reading on the oxygen indicator?
A: Exposure to carbon dioxide for no more than 1 minute
B: Exposure to carbon dioxide for more than 10 minutes
C: Exposure to a very low concentration of sulfur dioxide for
no more than 2 minutes
D: None of the above
1173: On small passenger vessels all connections to electrical
conductors MUST be ________.
A: made within enclosures
B: served and parcelled with the lay, turned and wormed the
other way
C: installed only by a licensed marine electrician
D: inspected annually by the Coast Guard
1174: In general, batteries aboard small passenger vessels
should be ________.
A: covered to reduce accidental sparking and electrical
discharge by metal objects falling across terminals
B: stowed in well-ventilated spaces to allow dissipation of any
gases generated
C: as high above the bilge as practicable, secure against
shifting, and free from exposure to water splash or spray
D: All of the above
1175: When in command of a lifeboat under oars, the command "Toss
oars" means to ___________________.
A: lift oars to vertical position, trim blades fore and aft
with handles resting on the thwarts
B: complete the stroke, come to "Oars", raise the oars smartly
to the vertical, rest handles on footings and trim blades
fore and aft
C: place oars in row locks directly from the boated position or
from "Stand by oars" position
D: complete the stroke (when rowing in ahead motion), raise the
oars with crook of elbow to about 30 degrees, swing blades
forward
1176: Your vessel is required to have an impulse-projected line
throwing appliance. The auxiliary line must _________.
A: be of a light color
B: be 250 meters in length
C: have a breaking strength of 9000 lbs force
D: be made of synthetic material
1177: You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. On
board is the cargo listed. What is the height above the
main deck of the center of gravity of the cargo?
A: 1.20 feet
B: 1.64 feet
C: 2.26 feet
D: 3.00 feet
1178: The lowest temperature required to cause self-sustained
combustion of a substance independent of any outside source
of ignition is called ______.
A: explosive range
B: flash point
C: ignition temperature
D: combustion temperature
1179: Storage batteries on T-Boats must be located __________.
A: in sight of the main engine(s)
B: in a tray lined with suitable material that resists damage
from the electrolyte
C: where gas generated by charging can not enter the engine
spaces
D: near the bilge to lower the center of gravity and improve
stability
1180: When using the hand crank on gravity davits, you should
ALWAYS _____.
A: make sure the hand brake is disengaged
B: put the emergency disconnect switch in the off position
C: make sure the crank is in the locked position
D: disconnect the limit switch
1181: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 4145 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
25.5 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 25.0 feet
B: KG 25.6 feet
C: KG 26.2 feet
D: KG 26.8 feet
1182: An oxygen indicator can be used to determine if there is
_________.
A: sufficient oxygen in a compartment to support life
B: combustible gases present
C: hydrogen gas present
D: All of the above
1183: The engine in a covered lifeboat is fueled with __________.
A: kerosene
B: unleaded gasoline
C: diesel oil
D: liquefied gas
1184: If an inflatable liferaft is to be released manually, where
should the operating cord be attached before throwing the
raft overboard?
A: Do not attach the cord to anything but throw it overboard
with the raft container.
B: Attach the cord to a fixed object on the ship.
C: You should stand on the cord.
D: Attach the cord to the special pad eye on the "raft davit
launcher".
1185: If the steersman of your lifeboat gives the command "Way
enough", you should _____________.
A: complete the stroke, hold your oar out from the boat and
level with the water
B: dip the blade of your oar into the water and leave it there
C: lift your oar to a vertical position
D: complete the stroke, raise your oar slightly, swing it
forward, and place it in the boat
1186: On a rigid life raft which is equipped with all of the
required equipment you may NOT find a ___________.
A: boathook
B: fishing kit
C: lifeline or grab rail
D: sea painter
1187: A self-contained breathing apparatus is used to ___________.
A: make underwater repairs to barges
B: determine if the air in a tank is safe for men
C: enter areas that may contain dangerous fumes or lack oxygen
D: resuscitate an unconscious person
1188: The most effective way to apply a foam stream if the fire is
on deck or is a running fire, is to direct the stream _____.
A: onto the surface of the burning liquid
B: ahead of the burning liquid and bounce it on the fire
C: at the base of the burning liquid in a sweeping motion
D: just above the surface of the burning liquid
1189: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
09'-00", AFT 15'-11". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 2.62 feet
B: 2.82 feet
C: 2.97 feet
D: 3.15 feet
1190: What could be a result of insufficient lubrication of
lifeboat winches and davits?
A: Moisture accumulation in winch motor damaging the
electrical wiring
B: Freezing of gears in cold weather
C: Corroding of sheaves on the davits so they will not rotate
D: All of the above
1191: According to the T-Boat regulations the reason for
providing adequate ventilation for a battery storage
area is to prevent ___________.
A: accumulation of carbon dioxide gas that chokes the battery
B: accumulation of explosive and toxic gases the battery can
generate
C: mildew or dry rot in the battery box
D: battery failure including battery case meltdown caused by
excessive heat
1192: Which statement is TRUE concerning the oxygen indicator?
A: Exposure to flue gas has no effect on the instrument.
B: Only one level of the tested space need be sampled by the
instrument.
C: Prolonged exposure to CO2 can result in false readings.
D: The instrument can detect hydrogen gas.
1193: On small passenger, vessels spaces containing batteries
require good ventilation because it _______________.
A: adds as much as 2 volts to battery performance
B: supplies extra nitrogen for the battery
C: helps dissipate flammable gas accumulations
D: allows less soda water to be used in the diodes
1194: Which operation should be done when launching an inflatable
liferaft by hand?
A: Open the liferaft casing.
B: Turn the valve on the CO2 cylinder to start inflation.
C: Make sure the operating cord is secured to the vessel before
throwing it over the side.
D: After inflation, detach operating cord from liferaft.
1195: The command "Oars" means to ___________________________.
A: lift the oars to a vertical position
B: complete the stroke and bring the oars horizontal, blades
feathered
C: place the oars in the boat with blades forward
D: place the oars in the rowlocks directly from the boated
position
1196: The knife on an inflatable liferaft will always be
located ________.
A: in one of the equipment bags
B: in a special pocket near the forward entrance
C: on a cord hanging from the canopy
D: in a pocket on the first aid kit
1197: A squeeze-grip type carbon-dioxide portable fire-
extinguisher has been partially discharged. It should be
____________________.
A: replaced in its proper location if weight loss is no more
than 15%
B: replaced in its proper location if weight loss is no more
than 25%
C: replaced in its proper location regardless of weight
D: labeled empty and recharged as soon as possible
1198: Lead-acid batteries used aboard "T-Boats" must have
terminal connections that are ___________.
A: the spring slip style
B: a permanent type
C: located so as to be easily greased
D: temporarily clamped on the top of the battery
1199: To prevent damage by and to storage batteries aboard
small passenger vessels they should be located ___________.
A: in trays constructed of material that is resistant to the
electrolyte
B: so as to prevent movement when the vessel pitches and rolls
C: in a well ventilated area
D: All of the above
1200: What is TRUE concerning frapping lines?
A: They are used to steady a lifeboat when lowered.
B: They are normally attached to the davit span.
C: They are needed only on radial davits.
D: They are used to clear the puddings.
1201: While taking on fuel oil, the transfer hose leaks causing a
sheen on the water. You should ________________.
A: apply dispersants to the sheen
B: repair the leak with duct tape
C: reduce the rate of transfer
D: shut down operations
1202: Which is the most accurate instrument for measuring the
amount of oxygen in the atmosphere of a confined space?
A: Combustible gas indicator
B: Oxygen indicator
C: Flame safety lamp
D: All of the above
1203: You are discharging cargo and the inert gas system is in
operation to inert the tanks. The pressure in a tank being
pumped starts to drop below the allowable limit. What
action should you take?
A: Cut in another IG fan to increase gas flow.
B: Open the pressure control valve until the pressure
increases.
C: Open the tank isolation valve to the fully open position.
D: Reduce the pumping rate.
1204: Generally, when lifting an inflatable life raft back aboard
ship you would use the ___________________.
A: towing bridle
B: main weather cover
C: external lifelines
D: righting strap
1205: On board small passenger vessels, storage batteries
containing an electrolyte must be set in trays
constructed of _____________.
A: a fireproof material
B: a material resistant to damage by the electrolyte
C: a porous material that permits drainage of any acid
overflow
D: suitably strong to hold the weight
of the batteries
1206: Inflatable life rafts are provided with a _______________.
A: knife
B: towing connection
C: lifeline
D: All of the above
1207: Which extinguishing agent is most effective on a mattress
fire?
A: CO2
B: Foam
C: Dry Chemical
D: Water
1208: A vessel aground may have negative GM since the _________.
A: decrease in KM is equal to the loss of draft
B: virtual rise of G is directly proportional to the remaining
draft
C: lost buoyancy method is used to calculate KM, and KB is
reduced
D: displacement lost acts at the point where the ship is
aground
1209: According to 46 CFR Subchapter T the purpose of fuses in
electric wiring is to ________.
A: allow for cutting out branch circuits
B: prevent overloading the circuits
C: reduce voltage to the branch circuits
D: permit the use of smaller wiring for lighting circuits
1210: The tricing pendants should be released ___________________.
A: before the gripes are removed
B: before loading the passengers
C: after loading the passengers
D: after the boat is afloat
1211: A crew member suffering from hypothermia should be given
____________________.
A: a small dose of alcohol
B: treatment for shock
C: a large meal
D: a brisk rub down
1212: Ambient air, which you normally breathe, contains what
percent of oxygen?
A: 6%
B: 10%
C: 15%
D: 21%
1213: When a wind force causes a vessel to heel to a static angle,
the ______.
A: centers of buoyancy and gravity are in the same vertical
line
B: righting moment equals the wind-heeling moment
C: center of buoyancy remains the same
D: deck-edge immersion occurs
1214: An inflatable life raft should be lifted back aboard the
ship by using _______________.
A: the single hook at the top of the raft
B: two lines passed under the raft
C: the towing bridle
D: All of the above
1215: According to the regulations for small passenger
vessels, fuses and circuit breakers are used in
electrical circuits to ___________.
A: keep equipment from shutting off unexpectedly
B: prevent voltage fluctuations
C: keep the circuit from becoming overloaded or overheated
D: make the operator inspect his wiring periodically after the
fuses blow
1216: After launching, an inflatable raft should be kept dry
inside by ________.
A: opening the automatic drain plugs
B: draining the water pockets
C: using the electric bilge pump
D: using the bailers and cellulose sponge
1217: Which types of portable fire extinguishers are designed for
use on electrical fires?
A: Dry chemical and carbon dioxide
B: Foam (stored pressure) and soda-acid
C: Carbon dioxide and foam (stored pressure)
D: Dry chemical and soda-acid
1218: To safely enter a compartment where CO2 has been released
from a fixed extinguishing system, you should ____________.
A: wear a canister type gas mask
B: test the air with an Orsat apparatus
C: test the air with a pure air indicator
D: wear a self-contained breathing apparatus
1219: 46 CFR Subchapter T requires that rigid plastic or other
non-metallic piping __________.
A: only be used in non-vital systems
B: not be used in gasoline or diesel fuel systems
C: have approved metallic fittings and cutoff valves where it
penetrates a watertight deck or bulkhead
D: All of the above
1220: Lines passed around the falls to hold the boat while
passengers are boarding are _________________.
A: life lines
B: frapping lines
C: tricing lines
D: tripping lines
1221: Which operation may cause the pressure in an inert tank to
fall below the prescribed limits?
A: Loading
B: Discharging
C: Crude oil washing
D: Steaming tanks
1222: After each reading of an oxygen indicator, the instrument
should be purged with _________________.
A: CO2
B: fresh air
C: the tested compartment's air
D: water
1223: The survival craft carried aboard a commercial fishing
vessel must safely accommodate _____________.
A: all of the people aboard
B: the number of people required by the certificate of
inspection
C: the entire crew
D: None of the above are correct.
1224: In order to retrieve an inflatable life raft and place it
on deck, you should heave on the _____________.
A: lifelines
B: righting strap
C: sea anchor
D: towing bridle
1225: If the coxswain of your lifeboat gives the command "HOLD
WATER" you should _________________.
A: complete the stroke, raise your oar slightly, swinging the
oar slightly forward, and place it in the boat
B: lift the oar in a vertical position
C: complete the stroke and hold the oar out of the water
D: dip the blade of your oar into the water vertically and hold
it perpendicular to the keel line
1226: For what purpose may gasoline be used on small passenger
vessels?
A: Heating
B: Lighting
C: Cooking
D: None of the above
1227: Which type of portable fire extinguishers is NOT designed
for use on flammable liquid fires?
A: Foam (stored-pressure)
B: Water (cartridge-operated)
C: Dry chemical
D: Carbon dioxide
1228: When approaching a fire from leeward, you should shield
firefighters from the fire by using ___________________.
A: low-velocity fog
B: high-velocity fog
C: a straight stream of water
D: foam spray
1229: Which T-Boat must be fitted with a suitable compass?
A: A vessel in river service
B: A vessel operating on a short, restricted route on lakes,
bays, and sounds
C: A vessel engaged in ocean or coastwise service
D: The regulations do not require a compass on any
vessel
1230: The purpose of the tricing pendants is to _________________.
A: control the fore and aft motion of a lifeboat during
lowering
B: control the outboard swing of a lifeboat during lowering
C: provide suspensions for the manropes
D: hold a lifeboat next to the embarkation deck while loading
1231: A "T-Boat" accident resulting in loss of life, serious
injury or more than $25,000 property damage must be reported
to ______________.
A: the Maritime Administration (MARAD)
B: the Coast Guard
C: the owner or his insurance agent
D: All of the above
1232: A marine chemist issues gas free certificates and is
certified by which organization?
A: Mine Safety Appliance Association
B: American Chemical Society
C: Marine Chemists Association
D: National Fire Protection Association
1233: The owner, agent, Master or person-in-charge of a small
passenger vessel involved in a marine casualty is NOT
required to notify the Coast Guard in cases where
there is ____________.
A: property damage less than $25,000
B: no injury which requires more than first aid treatment
C: death or injury to a shipyard worker or harbor worker not
resulting from the vessel casualty
D: All of the above
1234: When landing a lifeboat through heavy surf with a strong
current running parallel to the beach (from right to left
when facing from seaward) the recommended procedure is to
_____________.
A: approach while coming to the left to take advantage of the
current
B: drop an anchor outside the surf line, then pay out anchor
line over the bow while the seas carry the boat toward the
beach
C: approach slow enough so that the boat can be brought around
to meet breaking seas on the bow
D: rig a drogue with tripping line over the bow, back ashore
with drogue tripped between breakers
1235: Which procedure should NOT be done for a person who has
fainted?
A: Revive the person with smelling salts.
B: Loosen the clothing.
C: Lay the person horizontally.
D: Give pain reliever.
1236: Inflatable liferafts are provided with _____________.
A: a portable radio
B: an oil lantern
C: canned milk
D: a towing connection
1237: Portable-foam fire extinguishers are designed for use on
what classes of fires?
A: A and B
B: A and C
C: B and C
D: A, B, and C
1238: When attempting to enter a compartment containing a fire,
which method of applying water is best?
A: High-velocity fog stream directed toward the overhead
B: Straight stream directed into the center of the fire
C: Sweeping the compartment with a fog stream
D: Solid stream directed toward the overhead
1239: With the air supply on, the air pressure in an enclosed
lifeboat will be _____________.
A: changing in relation to the speed of the craft
B: less than outside air pressure
C: greater than outside air pressure
D: equal to outside air pressure
1240: On open lifeboats, the purpose of the wire stretched between
the davit heads is to ______.
A: keep the movement of the davits at the same speed
B: keep the davits from slipping when they are in the stowed
position
C: prevent vibration during lowering of the boat
D: support the manropes
1241: Your ship of 12,000 tons displacement has a center of
gravity of 21.5 feet above the keel. You run aground and
estimate the weight aground is 2500 tons. The virtual rise
in the center of gravity is _____________.
A: 1.26 feet
B: 3.80 feet
C: 4.80 feet
D: 5.66 feet
1242: The bosun has thrown the liferaft into the water before
abandoning the vessel. The operating cord ___________.
A: serves as a sea painter
B: detaches from the liferaft automatically
C: is used to rig the boarding ladder
D: is cut immediately as it is of no further use
1243: What is TRUE about hoisting operations?
A: Personnel may work beneath suspended loads, as long as they
are alert and wear hard hats.
B: If a suspended load with no tag begins to spin, personnel
should attempt to stop the spinning if the load is within
reach.
C: If tag lines are used to control a suspended load, they
should be secured to the deck.
D: Personnel not involved in the hoisting operation should be
kept clear of the transfer area.
1244: The painter on a rigid life raft shall be of _____.
A: nylon line not less than 2 in. in circumference
B: hemp line not less than 2-1/4 in. in circumference
C: cotton cord not less than 2-1/2 in. in circumference
D: manila line not less than 2-3/4 in. in circumference
1245: The Master of a small passenger vessel fitted with loading
doors must ensure that the doors are closed, watertight and
secured ______________.
A: at all times when underway on a voyage on unprotected
waters
B: when leaving the dock
C: when loading cargo
D: at all times, at the dock or underway when the loading door
is not actually being used for passage
1246: Inflatable life rafts are provided with ___________________.
A: a Very pistol
B: a towing connection
C: a portable radio
D: canned milk
1247: The BEST method of applying foam to a fire is to __________.
A: spray directly on the base of the fire
B: flow the foam down a nearby vertical surface
C: sweep the fire with the foam
D: spray directly on the surface of the fire
1248: In the event of fire in a machinery space, ________________.
A: the fixed carbon dioxide system should be used only when all
other means of extinguishment have failed
B: the fixed carbon dioxide system should be used immediately,
as it is the most efficient means of extinguishment
C: water in any form should not be used as it will spread the
fire
D: the space should be opened 5 minutes after flooding CO2 to
prevent injury to personnel
1249: Which area is designated a special area by Annex V to MARPOL
A: Gulf of Mexico
B: Sargasso Sea
C: Red Sea
D: Great Lakes
1250: The falls on gravity davits are ___________.
A: manila
B: nylon
C: wire
D: All of the above
1251: The proper stimulant for an unconscious person is _______.
A: tea
B: coffee
C: whiskey and water
D: ammonia inhalant
1252: When fighting a fire with a portable dry chemical fire
extinguisher, the stream should be directed _______________.
A: over the top of the flames
B: off a bulkhead into the fire
C: in front of the fire
D: at the base of the fire
1253: If there are no alternatives for escape, what is the maximum
height that the survival craft could be dropped into the
water?
A: 2 ft.
B: 6 ft.
C: 10 ft.
D: 14 ft.
1254: The painter of the inflatable life raft has a length of
__________.
A: 6 fathoms
B: 50 feet
C: 100 feet
D: 300 feet
1255: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine
indicating that a torpedo has been fired in a training
exercise is ____________.
A: white
B: green
C: yellow
D: red
1256: The water pockets located on the underside of inflatable
liferafts _____.
A: stow rainwater; these 4 spaces do not take up valuable space
B: act as stabilizers by filling with sea water as soon as
the raft is inflated and upright
C: hold the freshwater required by regulation to be provided
in the raft when packed
D: None of the above
1257: Providing you are not sailing in the Red Sea or another
special area as listed in ANNEX V of MARPOL, how many miles
from land must you be to throw garbage including bottles,
rags, and glass that has not been ground up into the sea?
A: 3 nm
B: 6 nm
C: 12 nm
D: 25 nm
1258: On a bulk chemical carrier, water should NOT be used as an
extinguishing agent to fight a fire if the water may come
into contact with the chemical called _____________.
A: acrylic acid
B: benzene
C: oleum
D: vinyl toluene
1259: Who must make or supervise the changeover from automatic
to manual steering and vice versa?
A: a licensed state or federal pilot
B: the senior deckhand
C: the Master or Mate
D: a qualified Engineer
1260: The type of davit on which you must turn a crank in order to
swing the lifeboat out over the ship's side is a __________.
A: sheath-screw davit
B: gravity davit
C: radial davit
D: bruckner davit
1261: On small passenger vessels, when must watchmen patrol
throughout the vessel to guard against and give alarm in
case of fire or other danger?
A: At all times outside normal work hours
B: At all times when the vessel is underway
C: During the nighttime when the vessel carries overnight
passengers
D: When the rest of the crew is asleep
1262: Which portable fire extinguisher is normally recharged in a
shore facility?
A: Dry chemical (cartridge-operated)
B: Water (cartridge-operated)
C: Water (pump tank)
D: Carbon dioxide
1263: When chipping rust on a vessel, the MOST important piece of
safety gear is ________________________.
A: a hard hat
B: gloves
C: goggles
D: a long sleeve shirt
1264: The operating cord on an inflatable liferaft should be
renewed by _____________________.
A: removing the top half of the shell, cutting the line at its
source, and renewing completely
B: cutting the line where it enters the case and replacing that
portion
C: leaving the original line and tying another one to it so the
two lines will take the strain
D: an approved servicing facility ashore
1265: The Master of a small passenger vessel must conduct
sufficient drills and give sufficient instruction
as necessary __________.
A: At each crew change
B: Every week
C: Every month
D: To ensure that all crew members are familiar with their
duties during emergencies
1266: A life line must be connected to the life raft __________.
A: at the bow
B: at the stern
C: in the middle
D: all around
1267: According to the Code of Federal Regulations, how is a
lifeboat weight test required to be conducted on a river
passenger vessel?
A: The lifeboat is lowered to near the water, loaded with the
allowed capacity, lowered into the water until afloat, then
released from the falls.
B: The lifeboat is loaded with the allowed capacity, lowered
into the water until afloat, then released from the falls.
C: The lifeboat is lowered into the water until afloat, loaded
with the allowed capacity, then released from the falls.
D: The lifeboat is lowered to near the water, loaded with the
allowed capacity, then released from the falls.
1268: Where must the draft or loading marks be placed on a
small passenger vessel?
A: On each side of the stem
B: Near the stern post or rudder post
C: At each end of the vessel
D: All of the above
1269: Life floats and buoyant apparatus used aboard small
passenger vessels shall be marked in clearly legible
letters and numbers _____________.
A: with the parent vessels name in 3" high letters and the
number of persons allowed with 1 1/2" high numbers
B: by a Coast Guard inspector after inspecting the equipment
C: by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), another
recognized, authorized classification society or the vessels
underwriters
D: by all of the above
1270: The most common type of davit found on merchant vessels
today is the ___________.
A: radial
B: sheath-screw
C: gravity
D: quadrantal
1271: The primary danger in helicopter fires is _____________.
A: burning jet fuel running on to quarters or other areas
B: loss of stability
C: rotating and flying debris
D: heat damage to helicopter structure
1272: When approaching a fire from windward, you should shield
firefighters from the fire by using _______________.
A: low-velocity fog
B: high-velocity fog
C: a straight stream of water
D: foam spray
1273: In launching a covered lifeboat, what would safely lower the
lifeboat from inside the lifeboat cabin?
A: Frapping line
B: Tricing line
C: Rottmer release
D: Winch remote control wire
1274: On inflatable life rafts, the operating cord should be
renewed by _______.
A: cutting the old line off and renewing same
B: an approved servicing facility ashore
C: opening the case and replacing the entire line
D: one of the ship's officers
1275: A documented vessel's name is marked on a clearly visible
exterior area of both sides of the bow and on the stern in
block letters not less than _______________.
A: 6 inches in height
B: 5 inches in height
C: 4 inches in height
D: 3 inches in height
1276: The lights on the outside of the canopy on an inflatable
life raft operate _____.
A: by turning the globe clockwise
B: by a switch at each light
C: by a light sensor
D: automatically when the raft is inflated
1277: When possible, what is the FIRST step in fighting an engine
fuel-pump fire which results from a broken fuel line?
A: Secure all engine room doors, hatches, and vents.
B: Close the fuel line valve.
C: Check the spread of the fire with foam.
D: Cast the barge off the wharf.
1278: An extinguishing agent which effectively cools, dilutes
combustible vapors, removes oxygen, and provides a heat and
smoke screen is ______.
A: carbon dioxide
B: Halon 1301
C: dry chemical
D: water fog
1279: On a documented small passenger vessel, what information
must be permanently affixed in block-type letters and/or
numerals to the main beam or other clearly visible interior
structural part of the hull?
A: The vessel's name and gross tonnage
B: The vessel's official number
C: Draft markings
D: The vessel's name and home port
1280: On which type davit does the davit head stay at the same
height?
A: Radial
B: Sheath-screw
C: Quadrantal
D: Gravity
1281: You are in the process of righting an inflatable life raft
that has inflated in an upside down position. Which
statement is TRUE?
A: As the raft flips to the upright position, you will be
thrown clear.
B: After the raft is in the upright position on top of you,
dive down to prevent your life preservers from fouling as
you come out.
C: Swim out from under the raft in a face up position to keep
your life preservers clear of the raft.
D: You should remove your life preservers before attempting to
right an inflatable raft.
1282: When approaching a fire from leeward you should shield fire
fighters from the fire by using ____________.
A: a straight stream of water
B: foam spray
C: high-velocity fog
D: low-velocity fog
1283: The liquid-filled PV breaker has acted to relieve a vacuum
in a tank. What action must be taken in regards to the
breaker before continuing operations?
A: Check to make certain that it has reset itself.
B: Refill the breaker with liquid.
C: Manually reset the vacuum side of the breaker.
D: Install a new rupture disc.
1284: The operating cord on an inflatable life raft also serves as
a _______.
A: lifeline
B: painter
C: drogue
D: marker
1285: You have abandoned ship and find yourself aboard a lifeboat
in a heavy sea. Your boat is able to make way through the
water. To prevent broaching, you should _________________.
A: put the sea on your stern and run as fast as the boat will
go
B: take no action to prevent broaching as this is a recommended
maneuver in a heavy sea
C: head the boat into the swells to take them at a 30 to 40
degree angle on either bow and run as slow as possible
without losing steerage
D: place everyone as far forward in the boat as possible to
keep the bow heavy
1286: The inside light in an inflatable life raft is turned on
_______.
A: automatically as the life raft inflates
B: with a switch near the boarding handle
C: at night because the light has a photosensitive switch
D: by screwing the bulb in after the raft is inflated
1287: When possible, what should be the FIRST step in combating a
fire on deck resulting from a cargo overflow or a leaking
cargo line?
A: Blanket the cargo spill with foam.
B: Prevent the spread of fire with a foam dam.
C: Apply CO2 on burning fuel at its source.
D: Shut off the transfer of cargo.
1288: Which extinguishing agent is the best for use on electrical
fires?
A: Foam
B: CO2
C: Dry chemical
D: Water fog
1289: An undocumented vessel with 10 people aboard and operating
25 miles off the seacoast must carry a survival craft of the
_________________.
A: inflatable buoyant apparatus type
B: buoyant apparatus type
C: life float type
D: Any of the above types are acceptable.
1290: Which davit type may be operated by one man?
A: Quadrantal
B: Gravity
C: Sheath-screw
D: Radial
1291: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
09'-00", AFT 15'-11.5". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of THe Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1.82 feet
B: 1.96 feet
C: 2.05 feet
D: 2.17 feet
1292: What is the MOST important consideration when determining
how to fight an electrical fire?
A: Whether the fire is in machinery or passenger spaces
B: Danger of shock to personnel
C: The amount of toxic fumes created by the extinguisher
D: Maintaining electrical power
1293: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
09'-00", AFT 15'-11". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 2.62 feet
B: 2.82 feet
C: 2.97 feet
D: 3.15 feet
1294: According to the "T-Boat" regulations, the permanent marks
placed on each side of a vessel forward, aft, and
amidships to indicate the maximum allowable draft and
trim are called _____________.
A: load marks
B: the air draft
C: depth marks
D: Plimsoll marks
1295: If you must land on a beach with an oar-propelled lifeboat
through a heavy surf, the recommended method is to ________.
A: keep the bow directly in toward the beach, and tow the sea
anchor off the stern
B: ride in on the back of a large breaker
C: keep the bow into the seas with the sea anchor out over the
bow, and row to meet the breaking waves
D: head directly into the beach by staying between the crests
of the waves
1296: Hand holds or straps on the underside of an inflatable
liferaft are provided _____________________.
A: to right the raft if it capsizes
B: to carry the raft around on deck
C: for crewmen to hang on to
D: to hang the raft for drying
1297: A small passenger vessel of not more than 65 feet in length
must have a collision bulkhead if it _____________.
A: operates on exposed waters
B: carries more than 49 passengers
C: is more than 40 feet in length and operates on partially
exposed waters
D: All of the above
1298: If a powdered aluminum fire is being fought, the correct
extinguishing agent would be _____________________.
A: dry powder
B: water fog
C: CO2
D: steam
1299: In reviving a person who has been overcome by gas fumes,
what would you AVOID doing?
A: Giving stimulants
B: Prompt removal of the patient from the suffocating
atmosphere
C: Applying artificial respiration and massage
D: Keeping the patient warm and comfortable
1300: Blocks and falls used as lifeboat gear must be designed with
a minimum safety factor of _________________________.
A: 4, based on the breaking strength
B: 5, based on the maximum allowable stress
C: 6, based on the maximum working load
D: 8, based on the normal working load
1301: A vessel to which Annex V to MARPOL 73/78 applies is 24
nautical miles from the nearest land. Which type of garbage
is prohibited from being discharged?
A: Glass
B: Crockery
C: Metal
D: Dunnage
1302: A class B fire is most successfully fought by _____________.
A: preventing oxygen from reaching the burning material
B: cooling the burning material below its ignition temperature
C: using the extinguishing agent to make the burning material
fire-resistant
D: using the extinguishing agent to absorb the heat
1303: According to 46 CFR Subchapter T, where practicable
carburetor drip collectors should drain to ________________.
A: the engine air intakes
B: the fuel tanks
C: a separate pipe leading to the bilges
D: a suitable absorbant material
1304: The painter of an inflatable life raft should be ________.
A: free running on the deck
B: faked out next to the case
C: secured to a permanent object on deck
D: stowed near the raft
1305: When backing a motor propelled lifeboat (right-hand
propeller) with the rudder amidships, the stern will back
_________.
A: straight
B: to port
C: to starboard
D: None of the above
1306: Water pockets on the underside of an inflatable life raft
are for _________.
A: catching rain water
B: stability
C: easy drainage
D: maneuverability
1307: Firefighting foam is only effective when the foam _________.
A: penetrates to the bottom of the fire
B: is kept saturated with low-velocity water fog
C: mixes with the burning fuel oil
D: completely covers the top of the burning liquid
1308: What would be the most effective agent to use to extinguish
a fire in drums of inflammable liquids stowed on the weather
deck of a vessel?
A: Carbon dioxide
B: Foam
C: Steam
D: Water fog
1309: On small passenger vessels which type of internal
combustion engine carburetor does not require a drip
collector?
A: Updraft
B: Two barrel
C: Four barrel
D: Downdraft
1310: Frapping lines are fitted to lifeboat davits to __________.
A: reduce the swinging of the lifeboat as it is being lowered
from the embarkation level
B: secure the lifeboat in the davits when in the stowed
position
C: hold the lifeboat to the ship's side until the tricing lines
are passed
D: be used as a safety line in an emergency
1311: Which statement about pneumatic chipping tools is TRUE?
A: The operator must wear safety goggles or glasses.
B: The equipment must be grounded to prevent shock hazard.
C: The chipping mechanism is made of a non-sparking material
that is safe to use near explosive atmospheres.
D: The needles of the needle-type chipping gun must be replaced
when they have been blunted more than 1/2 of their diameter.
1312: The best method of extinguishing a class A fire is to _____.
A: remove oxygen from the area
B: cool fuel below ignition temperature
C: smother with CO2
D: smother fire with foam
1313: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 3224 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
29.8 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 27.2 feet
B: KG 27.8 feet
C: KG 28.4 feet
D: KG 29.0 feet
1314: Under normal conditions a liferaft is released from its
cradle by ___________.
A: cutting the restraining strap
B: unscrewing the turnbuckle on the back of the cradle
C: lifting one end of the raft
D: pushing the plunger on the center of the hydrostatic
release
1315: In heavy seas you decide to heave to. The lifeboat should
be ______.
A: brought to a position with the stern into the seas
B: allowed to take its own head
C: brought to lay in the trough
D: brought bow into the seas
1316: The air spaces in the floor of an inflatable liferaft will
provide protection against ____________________.
A: warm water temperatures
B: cold water temperatures
C: tears in the outside skin of the bottom of the raft
D: All of the above
1317: The most effective way of applying carbon dioxide from a
portable extinguisher to a fire is by _____________________.
A: forming a cloud cover over the flames
B: directing the gas at the base of the flames in a slow
sweeping motion
C: discharging the carbon dioxide into the heart of the flames
D: bouncing the discharge off an adjacent bulkhead just above
the burning surface
1318: The most effective fire extinguishing agent to use on
burning linen is _____________.
A: water
B: carbon dioxide
C: dry chemical
D: foam
1319: Where should muster lists be posted?
A: In crew's accommodation spaces
B: On the navigating bridge
C: In the engine room
D: All of the above
1320: Fire extinguishers on inspected vessels are numbered by size
I through V, with I being _________________.
A: used for electrical fires only
B: the smallest
C: the most accessible
D: the most effective
1321: How should the lifeboat sea painter be rigged?
A: Secured to the inboard side of a forward thwart and led
inboard of the falls
B: Spliced into the ring on the stem post
C: Secured by a toggle to the stem post and led outboard of the
falls
D: Secured by a toggle around the outboard side of a forward
thwart
1322: How should the lifeboat sea painter be rigged?
A: Spliced into the ring on the stem post
B: Secured to the inboard side of a forward thwart and led
inboard of the falls
C: Secured by a toggle to the stem post and led outboard of the
falls
D: Secured by a toggle around the outboard side of a forward
thwart
1323: How should latitude 51²48.7' S be written when preparing an
AMVER report?
A: 5149S
B: 51.8S
C: 0578S
D: 52S
1324: A hydrostatic release mechanism for a liferaft __________.
A: must be wet before it will release
B: should be kept in a watertight cover except in an emergency
C: will inflate the raft in its cradle if operated manually
D: must be submerged to a certain depth to release
automatically
1325: If absolutely necessary, the best way to land on a beach in
a motor lifeboat is to ___________.
A: run as fast as the boat will go and keep the sea on the
stern
B: secure the engine, put sea anchor over the bow, put out the
oars, use sweep oar and back onto beach
C: go in "under oars" and put out the sea painter
D: put the sea broadside and let the boat drift ashore
1326: All inflatable life rafts have _________________.
A: safety straps from the overhead
B: built in seats
C: releasing hooks at each end
D: water stabilizing pockets
1327: If you are forced to abandon ship in a life raft, your
course of action should be to ___________.
A: remain in the immediate vicinity
B: head for the nearest land
C: head for the closest sea-lanes
D: let the persons in the boat vote on what to do
1328: Any extinguishing agent used on a Class "C" fire must have
which important property?
A: Cooling ability
B: Leaves no residue
C: Penetrating power
D: Nonconductivity
1329: The sprinkler system of a covered lifeboat is used to _____.
A: cool the craft in a fire
B: cool the engine
C: spray oil on the sea to calm it
D: spray personnel during a fire
1330: How should the lifeboat sea painter be rigged?
A: Spliced into the ring on the stem post
B: Secured by a toggle around the outboard side of a forward
thwart
C: Secured to the inboard side of a forward thwart and led
inboard of the falls
D: Secured by a toggle to the stem post and led outboard of the
falls
1331: A Certificate of Financial Responsibility attests that
the vessel _______.
A: has financial backing to meet any liability resulting from
the discharge of oil
B: has the minimum required amount of P & I and hull insurance
C: will assume the responsibility for any damage or loss to
the shipper
D: has financial reserves to meet reasonable expected crew
costs of an intended voyage
1332: An important step in fighting any electrical fire is to
_______.
A: stop ventilation
B: stop the vessel
C: de-energize the circuit
D: apply water to extinguish the fire
1333: If you reef a marconi mainsail, the sail area ____________.
A: moves forward and up
B: moves aft and down
C: becomes larger
D: becomes smaller
1334: An inflatable liferaft should be manually released from its
cradle by ______.
A: cutting the straps that enclose the container
B: removing the rubber sealing strip from the container
C: loosening the turnbuckle on the securing strap
D: pushing the button on the hydrostatic release
1335: What prevents an inflated life raft from being pulled under
by a vessel which sinks in water over 100 feet in depth?
A: The hydrostatic release
B: Nothing
C: A Rottmer release
D: The weak link in the painter line
1336: A feature of an inflatable raft which helps keep people
stationary in rough weather is _____________________.
A: lashings on the floor of the raft for the passenger's feet
B: straps from the overhead
C: safety straps on the inside of the raft
D: ridges in the floor of the raft
1337: It is desirable to have screens on the vents of potable
water tanks to _______________.
A: filter the incoming air
B: prevent explosions
C: prevent backups
D: stop insects from entering
1338: Regular foam can be used on all but which flammable liquid?
A: Motor gasoline
B: Jet fuel
C: Crude petroleum
D: Alcohol
1339: The static stability curve for a given vessel peaks at 34ø.
For this ship, the danger angle for a permanent list would
be about _______.
A: 8.5ø
B: 17ø
C: 34ø
D: 51ø
1340: When compared to a high-expansion foam, a low-expansion
foam will _____.
A: be dryer
B: be lighter
C: be less heat resistant
D: not cling to vertical surfaces
1341: Persons who have swallowed a non-petroleum based poison are
given large quantities of warm soapy water or warm salt
water to ________.
A: induce vomiting
B: absorb the poison from the blood
C: neutralize the poison in the blood
D: increase the digestive process and eliminate the poison
1342: If there's a fire aboard your vessel, you should FIRST ____.
A: notify the Coast Guard
B: sound the alarm
C: have passengers put on life preservers
D: cut off air supply to the fire
1343: The SS NORTHLAND is loaded to drafts: FWD 26'-09", AFT
28'-03". The KG is 25.4 feet. Use the salmon pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the angle of list
if #6 starboard tank is fully loaded with 1624 tons of salt
water ballast (VCG is 36.5 feet off the centerline).
A: 3.0²
B: 4.5²
C: 5.0²
D: 6.5²
1344: What is the purpose of the hydrostatic release on an
inflatable life raft?
A: To release the raft from the cradle automatically as the
ship sinks
B: To inflate the raft automatically
C: To test the rafts hydrostatically
D: None of the above
1345: An inflatable life raft can be launched by _____________.
A: the float-free method ONLY
B: breaking the weak link on the painter
C: throwing the entire container overboard and then pulling on
the operating cord to inflate the raft
D: removing the securing straps
1346: The canopy of an inflatable liferaft should ______________.
A: go into place as the raft is inflated
B: be put up after everyone is aboard
C: be put up only in severe weather
D: be used as a sail if the wind is blowing
1347: A quick and rapid motion of a vessel in a seaway is an
indication of a(n) ___________.
A: large GM
B: high center of gravity
C: excessive free surface
D: small GZ
1348: Dry chemical fire extinguishers are effective on which
type(s) of fire?
A: Burning oil
B: Electrical
C: Paint
D: All of the above
1349: What type of liquid is used in the liquid P/V breaker?
A: Hydraulic oil
B: Water-antifreeze mixture
C: Distilled water
D: Oil from the cargo
1350: You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. On
board is the cargo listed. What is the height above the
main deck of the center of gravity of the cargo?
A: 2.45 feet
B: 1.95 feet
C: 1.05 feet
D: 0.90 foot
1351: While operating off the coast of Greece, a seaman is
injured. What indicator should be in the preamble of a
radiotelegram asking for medical advice from a Greek
station?
A: RADIO MEDICAL
B: DH MEDICO
C: MEDICO ELLAS
D: MAYDAY
1352: If you have a fire in the engine room, your FIRST act should
be to ___________________.
A: discharge the fixed CO2 system into the engine room
B: secure the fuel supply and ventilation to the engine room
C: maneuver your vessel into the wind
D: have all of your crew get into the life raft
1353: In heavy seas the helmsman should steer the motor lifeboat
________.
A: into the seas
B: broadside to the seas
C: in the same direction as the seas
D: in a series of figure-eights
1354: If the hydrostatic release mechanism for an inflatable
liferaft is not periodically serviced and becomes
inoperative, it will NOT ___________.
A: set the water lights on immersion
B: release the dye-marker from the liferaft
C: free the liferaft from the vessel
D: break the seal on the carbon dioxide cylinder
1355: As a vessel sinks to a depth of 15 feet, the hydrostatic
trip releases the life raft container from its cradle by
_____________________.
A: breaking the weak link
B: releasing the tie-down strap
C: pulling the operating cord
D: releasing the CO2 canister
1356: What is placed on the under side of an inflatable liferaft
to help prevent it from being skidded by the wind or
overturned?
A: Water pockets
B: A keel
C: Strikes
D: Sea anchor
1357: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is partially loaded with a GM of 2.9
feet and drafts of: FWD 17'-10", AFT 19'-04". Use the
white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to
determine what tanks you should ballast to increase the GM
to 3.9 feet.
A: Tanks: DB4, DT6
B: Tanks: DB3, DB5, DT8
C: Tanks: DB6, DT7
D: Tanks: DB2, DT1, DT6
1358: Which extinguishing agent is best for use on a magnesium
fire?
A: Water
B: Sand
C: CO2
D: Dry chemical
1359: Your vessel has 3 lifeboats on each side. The middle
lifeboat on the port side is designated as boat number ___.
1360: When lowering a boat with gravity davits, it will be pulled
into the embarkation deck by the ___________.
A: falls
B: tricing pendants
C: frapping lines
D: boat hooks
1361: What is the minimum diameter allowed for bilge piping on
small passenger vessels which are more than 65 feet in
length?
A: 1"
B: 1-1/2"
C: 2"
D: 2-1/2"
1362: On small passenger vessels, backfire flame arrestors are
installed on ___________.
A: all electric motors
B: turbocharged diesel engines
C: gasoline engines
D: both A and C
1363: Before entering the chain locker, you should ____________.
A: have someone standing by
B: make sure there is sufficient air within the locker
C: de-energize the windlass
D: All of the above
1364: Signaling devices required on inflatable life rafts include
a(n) ________.
A: Very pistol
B: orange smoke signal
C: air horn
D: lantern
1365: The most important thing to remember when launching an
inflatable life raft by hand is to ____________________.
A: open the CO2 inflation valve
B: open the raft container
C: ensure that the operating cord is secured to the vessel
D: inflate the raft on the vessel, then lower it over the side
1366: The air spaces in the floor of an inflatable life raft will
provide protection against _____________________.
A: asphyxiation from CO2
B: loss of air in the sides of the raft
C: rough seas
D: cold water temperatures
1367: Determine the free surface constant for a fuel oil tank 30
ft. long by 40 ft. wide by 15 ft. deep. The specific gravity
of the fuel oil is .85 and the ship is floating in saltwater
(S.G. 1.026).
A: .83
B: 42.7
C: 3787
D: 4571
1368: A fire in electrical equipment should be extinguished by
using ______.
A: salt water
B: foam
C: low-velocity fog
D: CO2
1369: A cargo of 50 tons is to be loaded on deck 20 feet from the
ship's centerline. The vessel's displacement including the
50 ton cargo will be 3,000 tons and the GM three feet. The
list of the vessel after loading this cargo will be _______.
A: 5.35²
B: 5.80²
C: 6.10²
D: 6.35²
1370: The regulations that were passed to implement MARPOL 73/78
apply to a U.S. flag vessel on which waters?
A: Inland waters
B: Great Lakes
C: the high seas outside U.S. internal waters
D: All of the above
1371: Which statement about immersion suits is TRUE?
A: All models will automatically turn an unconscious person
face-up in the water.
B: The immersion suit seals in body heat and provides
protection against hypothermia indefinetely.
C: The suit is flameproof and provides protection to the wearer
while swimming through burning oil.
D: The suits provide for limited body movement such as walking,
climbing a ladder and picking up small objects like a
pencil.
1372: It is necessary to secure the forced ventilation to a
compartment where there is a fire to __________________.
A: allow the exhaust fans to remove smoke
B: extinguish the fire by carbon monoxide smothering
C: prevent additional oxygen from reaching the fire
D: protect fire fighting personnel from smoke
1373: You are reading draft marks on a vessel. The water level is
halfway between the bottom of the number 5 and the top of
the number 5. What is the draft of the vessel?
A: 4'-09"
B: 5'-09"
C: 5'-03"
D: 5'-06"
1374: Puncture leaks in the lower tubes or bottom of an
inflatable liferaft should FIRST be stopped by using ______.
A: sealing clamps
B: repair tape
C: a tube patch
D: sail twine and vulcanizing kit
1375: To launch a life raft by hand you should _____________.
A: cut the casing bands, throw the life raft over the side, and
it will then inflate
B: detach the operating cord, throw the raft over the side, and
it will then inflate
C: cut the casing bands, throw the raft over the side, and pull
the operating cord
D: throw the life raft over the side and pull the operating
cord
1376: Which distress signal is required for a liferaft in ocean
service and could be effectively used to attract the
attention of aircraft at night?
A: The water light
B: Smoke marker
C: Red flares
D: Orange dye marker
1377: On a vessel of 34,000 tons displacement, a tank 80 ft. long,
60 ft. wide and 30 ft. deep is half filled with fresh water
(SG 1.000) while the vessel is floating in saltwater
(SG 1.026). What is the free surface constant for this
tank?
A: 2661
B: 2819
C: 40100
D: 42213
1378: The most effective cooling agent among those normally used
to fight fires is ___________.
A: water fog
B: chemical foam
C: mechanical foam
D: carbon dioxide
1379: Which statement about inert gas pressures in a cargo tank is
TRUE?
A: The pressures of the inert gas in the tank may create
excessive pressure at the pump while discharging.
B: Gas pressures should be maintained at the highest
permissible level throughout the discharging process.
C: High gas pressures may cause pyrophoric oxidation in the
tank.
D: High gas pressures may cause loss of suction when stripping.
1380: A cargo of 100 tons is to be loaded on deck 20 feet from the
ship's centerline. The ship's displacement including the
100 tons of cargo will be 10,000 tons and the GM two feet.
The list of the vessel after loading this cargo will be
_________.
A: 5.4ø
B: 5.7ø
C: 5.9ø
D: 6.1ø
1381: Large volumes of carbon dioxide are safe and effective for
fighting fires in enclosed spaces, such as in a pumproom,
provided that the ____________.
A: persons in the space wear gas masks
B: persons in the space wear damp cloths over their mouths and
nostrils
C: ventilation system is secured and all persons leave the
space
D: ventilation system is kept operating
1382: Ventilation systems connected to a compartment in which a
fire is burning are normally closed to prevent the rapid
spread of the fire by _________________.
A: convection
B: conduction
C: radiation
D: spontaneous combustion
1383: Which statement about entry into a water ballast tank that
has been sealed for a long time is TRUE?
A: A "buddy system" should be used where someone enters the
tank with you.
B: Sea water acts on the ship's metal and generates chlorine
gas which may accumulate in poisonous quantities.
C: You should always wear a gas mask.
D: After ventilation and testing, and the tank is found
safe for entry, someone should stand by at the tank entrance
while you are inside.
1384: According to 46 CFR Subchapter T, rigid plastic or other
non-metallic piping ____________.
A: may only be used for gasoline fuel piping
B: may only be used for diesel fuel piping
C: may not be used for diesel or gasoline fuel piping
D: may be used for gasoline or diesel fuel piping
1385: An inflatable life raft is hand-launched by ___________.
A: pulling a cord
B: cutting the wire restraining bands
C: removing the rubber packing strip
D: throwing the entire container overboard
1386: If the metacentric height is large, a vessel will ________.
A: be tender
B: have a slow and easy motion
C: be stiff
D: have a tendency to yaw
1387: In painting a lifeboat following its overhaul, which parts
must be painted bright red?
A: the top 2-1/2 inches of each side
B: the releasing gear lever
C: the fuel tanks
D: the thwarts
1388: Which extinguishing agent will absorb the most heat?
A: CO2
B: Foam
C: Water
D: Dry chemical
1389: Which statement about the inert gas system is TRUE?
A: Boiler soot blowers should never be used when the IG system
is operating.
B: The boiler will produce the best quality of flue gas for
the IG system when the boiler load is very light.
C: The boiler will produce the most quantity of flue gas for
the IG system when the boiler load is very light.
D: Flue gas with excessive oxygen content is de-oxygenated in
the scrubber.
1390: Which sequence is correct when launching a lifeboat stowed
in gravity davits?
A: Release gripes, turn on emergency disconnect switch, release
frapping lines
B: Release tricing pennants, turn on emergency disconnect
switch, release frapping lines
C: Operate limit switches, release gripes, lift brake
D: Release gripes, lift brake, release tricing pennants
1391: Halon extinguishes fire primarily by _____.
A: cooling
B: smothering
C: shielding of radiant heat
D: chain breaking
1392: Except in rare cases, it is impossible to extinguish a
shipboard fire by ___________________.
A: removing the heat
B: removing the oxygen
C: removing the fuel
D: interrupting the chain reaction
1393: You are reading the draft marks. The water level is about 4
inches below the bottom of the number 11. What is the draft?
A: 10'-08"
B: 10'-10"
C: 11'-04"
D: 11'-08"
1394: In each inflatable raft, what piece of equipment is provided
to make quick, emergency, temporary repairs to a large hole
in a raft?
A: No equipment is provided.
B: Glue and rubber patches
C: Several various-sized sealing clamps
D: Self-adhesive rubberized canvas patches
1395: After you have thrown the life raft and stowage container
into the water, you inflate the life raft by ______________.
A: pulling on the painter line
B: forcing open the container which operates the CO2
C: hitting the hydrostatic release
D: using the hand pump provided
1396: If you find an inflatable life raft container with steel
bands around the case, you should _________________.
A: tell the Master
B: leave the bands in place
C: tell the Mate
D: remove the bands yourself
1397: To reduce mild fever the MOST useful drug is __________.
A: bicarbonate of soda
B: paregoric
C: aspirin
D: aromatic spirits of ammonia
1398: The size of fire hydrant hose connections on a cargo vessel
must be either 1-1/2 inches or _________________.
A: 1 inch
B: 2-1/2 inches
C: 3 inches
D: 3-1/2 inches
1399: How should longitude 116²24.3' W be written when preparing
an AMVER report?
A: 116²24.3W
B: 11624W
C: 116.4W
D: 116W
1400: In rough weather, when a ship is able to maneuver, it is
best to launch a lifeboat _________________________.
A: on the lee side
B: on the windward side
C: with the wind dead ahead
D: with the wind from astern
1401: Which statement about transmitting distress messages by
radiotelephone is INCORRECT?
A: Distress messages should first be transmitted on 2182 kHz.
B: It is advisable to follow a distress message on 2182 kHz by
two dashes of 10 to 15 seconds duration.
C: If no answer is received on the designated distress
frequencies, repeat the distress call on any frequency
available.
D: Channel 16 (156.8 mHz) may be used for distress messages.
1402: When using carbon dioxide to fight a fire on a bulkhead, the
CO2 should be applied _____________________.
A: first to the bottom of the flaming area, sweeping from side
to side, and following the flames upward
B: in a circular motion from the middle of the bulkhead
outward
C: to the top of the flaming area, sweeping from side to side,
and working toward the bottom
D: in an up-and-down motion from one side of the bulkhead to
the other
1403: What action must be taken when an individual cargo tank is
closed off from the inert gas system by the tank isolation
valve?
A: The tank must be gas freed.
B: The tank must be ballasted.
C: The tank must be vented to the atmosphere.
D: The bypass valve must also be closed.
1404: Signaling devices which are required on inflatable life
rafts include _____________.
A: a rocket shoulder rifle
B: an oil lantern
C: red flares
D: an air horn
1405: When launching an inflatable life raft, you should make sure
that the operating cord is _____________________.
A: fastened to some substantial part of the vessel
B: not fastened to anything
C: secured to the hydrostatic release
D: fastened to the raft container
1406: The principal danger from ice collecting on a vessel is
the____________________.
A: decrease in capabilities of radar
B: decrease in displacement
C: adverse effect on trim
D: loss of stability
1407: You are in a lifeboat when you sight the stars shown. You
will be heading due north when you head for Polaris which is
indicated by what letter?
1408: What is NOT a characteristic of carbon dioxide
fire-extinguishing agents?
A: Effective even if ventilation is not shut down
B: Will not deteriorate in storage
C: Non-corrosive
D: Effective on electrical equipment
1409: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
08'-04", AFT 13'-08". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed as LOAD 109 will be on board.
Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the minimum GM required to meet a one compartment
standard.
A: 1.91 feet
B: 2.09 feet
C: 2.21 feet
D: 2.48 feet
1411: Which statement about entry into a space that has been
sealed for a long time is TRUE?
A: A tank that has been used to carry hazardous liquids should
be tested for oxygen content, toxicity, and explosive gases.
B: You can safely enter the space without a breathing
apparatus if the oxygen content exceeds 14%.
C: The natural ventilation through the installed vents is
sufficient to provide the proper oxygen content.
D: The heat of the sun on upper ballast tanks, such as in a
bulk carrier, may generate carbon monoxide.
1412: By regulation, cargo tanks must be inert before and during
what operation?
A: Stripping
B: Loading
C: Cleaning
D: Crude oil washing
1413: Your vessel is damaged, and there is no list or trim.
The rolling period is short. The freeboard before the
damage was 12'02" (3.7 meters). It is now reduced to
3'00"(1 meter). Which action would you take FIRST?
A: Press up a slack centerline double bottom tank
B: Pump out an amidships centerline ballast tank
C: Transfer ballast from the peak tanks to an
amidships centerline tank
D: Pump out the marine potable tank located on the
starboard side amidships
1415: You are reading the draft marks in illustration D032DG. The
water level forward is at the top of the 8, and the mean
water level aft is at the top of the 8. What is the mean
draft?
A: 8'06"
B: 8'03"
C: 8'00"
D: 7'06"
1416: You will extinguish a fire when you remove _____________.
A: nitrogen
B: oxygen
C: sodium
D: carbon dioxide
1417: A vessel is "listed" when it is __________________.
A: down by the head
B: down by the stern
C: inclined due to off-center weight
D: inclined due to wind
1418: Which is the MOST important consideration for a tank vessel?
A: GM
B: The longitudinal center of gravity
C: The stress on the hull
D: The vertical center of gravity
1419: Your vessel is listing 4ø to port and has a short
rolling period. There is loose firefighting water in the
hull. The ship is trimmed down by the head with one foot of
freeboard at the bow. Which action should you take FIRST?
A: Press up the slack NO.1 starboard double bottom tank.
B: Pump out the forepeak tank.
C: Eliminate the water in the tween decks aft.
D: Jettison stores out of the paint locker in the fo'c'sle.
1420: Which statement about the pressure in a tank being inerted
by an inert gas system is TRUE?
A: The maximum pressure permitted is 8 psi.
B: A positive pressure should be maintained at all times.
C: The pressure must remain within the limits of +8 psi to -1
psi.
D: None of the above
1422: Mechanical gearing of deck machinery such as the windlass or
boat hoists should ___________________________.
A: be open to view so, if a foreign object gets in the gearing,
the operator can immediately stop the machinery
B: have a guard over the gearing
C: be painted a contrasting color from the base color in order
to call attention to the gearing
D: not be operated if there is any crew within 10 feet of the
machinery
1423: A weight of 250 tons is loaded on your vessel 95 feet
forward of the tipping center. The vessel's MT1 is 1000
ft-tons. What is the total change of trim?
A: 11.90 inches
B: 18.75 inches
C: 23.75 inches
D: 38.01 inches
1424: Halon gas will decompose and may form very hazardous toxic
fumes when discharged _________________.
A: directly on flames
B: at room temperature
C: in an extremely cold climate
D: None of the above
1425: Which advantage does dry chemical have over carbon dioxide
(CO2) in firefighting?
A: Compatible with all foam agents
B: Cleaner
C: More protective against re-flash
D: All of the above
1426: A vessel aground may have negative GM since the __________.
A: decrease in KM is equal to the loss of draft
B: virtual rise of G is directly proportional to the
remaining draft
C: displacement lost acts at the point where the ship is
aground
D: lost buoyancy method is used to calculate KM, and
KB is reduced
1427: You are in a lifeboat when you sight the stars indicated in
illustration D007SA. You will be heading due north when you
head for Polaris which is indicated by which letter?
1428: A Halon 1301 cylinder contains 100 pounds of liquid at 360
psi. It must be recharged when the pressure drops below how
many psi?
A: 360
B: 352
C: 336
D: 324
1429: When collecting condensation for drinking water, _________.
A: a sponge used to mop up and store condensation must be kept
salt free
B: only condensation on the bottom of the canopy should be
collected
C: it should be strained through a finely woven cloth
D: chlorine tablets should be used to make it drinkable
1430: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 6422 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
26.6 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 24.9 feet
B: KG 25.5 feet
C: KG 26.1 feet
D: KG 28.9 feet
1431: Which statement is FALSE regarding Halon 1301?
A: It is colorless.
B: It is sweet smelling.
C: It may cause dizziness when inhaled.
D: It does not conduct electricity.
1432: You are reading the draft marks. The top 2 inches of the 9
forward is visible above the water level, and the water
level is four inches below the 10 aft. What is the mean
draft?
A: 9'-10"
B: 9'-06"
C: 9'-04"
D: 9'-02"
1433: You should NOT use a power tool if _________________.
A: it has a three-prong plug
B: the insulation of the power wires is worn
C: hand tools can be used instead
D: the power source is alternating current
1434: Halon fire extinguishers are NOT effective when used on
which types of fires?
A: Fires in electrical equipment
B: Flammable oils and greases
C: Class "A" fires in ordinary combustibles
D: Materials containing their own oxygen
1435: After the initial cleaning of flue gas in an inert gas
system the gas is passed through what device for final
cleaning?
A: Scrubber
B: Demister
C: Deck water seal
D: Final filter
1436: Your vessel's draft is 16'-00" fwd. and 18'-00" aft. The
MT1 is 500 ft-tons. How many tons of water must be shifted
from the after peak to the forepeak, a distance of 250 feet,
to bring her to an even draft forward and aft?
A: 52 tons
B: 50 tons
C: 48 tons
D: 24 tons
1437: You are in a lifeboat when you sight the stars. You will be
heading due north when you head for Polaris which is
indicated by which letter?
1438: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine to
indicate an emergency condition within the submarine is
___________.
A: white
B: green
C: yellow
D: red
1439: Safety goggles or glasses are NOT normally worn when ______.
A: using a rotary grinder with an installed shield
B: letting go the anchor
C: handling wire rope or natural fiber line
D: painting with a spray gun
1440: A ship is inclined by moving a weight of 30 tons a
distance of 30 ft. from the centerline. A 28-foot pendulum
shows a deflection of 12 inches. Displacement including
weight moved is 4,000 tons. KM is 27.64 feet. What is the
KG?
A: 21.34 feet
B: 22.06 feet
C: 22.76 feet
D: 23.21 feet
1441: On small passenger vessels, how many supply and exhaust
ducts are required in each enclosed space containing
gasoline powered machinery or gasoline fuel tanks?
A: 1 of each
B: 2 of each
C: 3 of each
D: 4 of each
1442: If the cause of severe list or trim is off-center ballast,
counterflooding into empty tanks will _______________.
A: increase the righting moment
B: increase the righting arm
C: increase list or trim
D: decrease list or trim
1443: When jumping into water upon which there is an oil-fire, you
should ________________________.
A: break the water surface with your hands when diving
head-first
B: use your hands to hold your knees to your chest
C: cover your eyes with one hand while pinching your nose shut
and covering your mouth with the other
D: enter the water at the bow or stern on the windward side of
the vessel
1444: A stored-pressure water extinguisher is most effective
against fires of class _____________.
1445: When instructing a crew member concerning the right way to
lift a weight, you would instruct him to _________________.
A: arch the back to add strength to the muscles
B: bend his knees and lift with his legs
C: bend his back and stoop
D: bend his back and stoop with arms straight
1446: A vessel's mean draft is 29'-07". At this draft, the TPI is
152. The mean draft after loading 1360 tons will be
___________.
A: 29'-09"
B: 29'-11"
C: 30'-04"
D: 30'-07"
1447: Why is carbon dioxide (CO2) better than dry chemical for
fighting a class "C" fire?
A: The dry chemical is a conductor.
B: The dry chemical leaves a residue.
C: CO2 will not dissipate in air.
D: It takes smaller amounts of CO2 to cover the same area.
1448: After making the required notification that a large oil
spill into the water has occurred, the FIRST action should
be to _____________.
A: apply straw or sawdust on the oil
B: contain the spread of the oil
C: throw grains of sand into the oil
D: have the vessel move out of the spill area
1449: A vessel to which Annex V to MARPOL 73/78 applies is located
10 nautical miles from the nearest land. Which type of
garbage is prohibited from being discharged?
A: Food waste
B: Rags ground to less than 1"
C: Paper ground to less than 1"
D: None of the above
1450: When a vessel is stationary and in a hogging condition, the
main deck is under _____.
A: compression stress
B: racking stress
C: shear stress
D: tension stress
1451: Before counterflooding to correct a list, you must be sure
the list is due to _____________.
A: negative GM
B: flooding
C: off-center weight
D: reserve buoyancy
1452: First aid means __________________________.
A: medical treatment of accident
B: setting of broken bones
C: emergency treatment at the scene of the injury
D: dosage of medications
1453: The hoods over galley ranges present what major hazard?
A: Grease collects in the duct and filter and if it catches
fire is difficult to extinguish.
B: In order to effectively draw off cooking heat they present a
head-injury hazard to a person of average or more height.
C: They inhibit the effective operation of fire fighting
systems in combatting deep fat fryer or range fires.
D: They concentrate the heat of cooking and may raise
surrounding flammable material to the ignition point.
1454: You are in a lifeboat when you sight the stars indicated in
illustration D005SA. You will be heading due north when you
head for Polaris which is indicated by what letter?
1455: Which statement about AMVER reports is TRUE?
A: The sailing plan may be sent in any reasonable time before
departure, but not later than 4 hours after departure.
B: The port latitude and longitude figures are the geographic
position of the pilot station.
C: In the body of the sailing plan report, the letter G is used
to indicate a great circle course.
D: There are four different message reports in the AMVER
system.
1456: You are reading the draft marks. The water level is at the
bottom of number 11. What is the draft?
A: 11'-06"
B: 11'-00"
C: 10'-09"
D: 10'-06"
1457: When choosing extinguishers to fight a Class "B" fire do NOT
use _____.
A: carbon dioxide
B: dry chemical
C: foam (stored-pressure type)
D: water (cartridge-operated)
1458: Your vessel displaces 14,500 tons, with a longitudinal CG
247.5 ft. aft of the FP. If you pump 80 tons of ballast
from forward to aft through a distance of 480 feet, your new
CG will be ___________________.
A: 244.85 feet aft of FP
B: 246.22 feet aft of FP
C: 248.87 feet aft of FP
D: 250.15 feet aft of FP
1461: You are in a lifeboat when you sight the stars shown. You
will be heading due north when you head for Polaris which is
indicated by what letter?
1462: In cleaning up an oil spill, chemical agents would ________.
A: absorb the oil for easy removal
B: remove the oil from the water
C: facilitate the removal of the polluant from the water
D: not affect the oil
1463: To prevent the spread of fire by convection you should ____.
A: cool the bulkhead around the fire
B: close all openings to the area
C: shut off all electrical power
D: remove combustibles from direct exposure
1464: What is NOT a function of the air supply of a covered
lifeboat?
A: Provides air for engine combustion
B: Pressurizes water spray system
C: Provides air for passenger respiration
D: Prevents smoke and other noxious fumes from entering craft
1466: You used a carbon dioxide (CO2) fire extinguisher but
did not empty the extinguisher. You must have it recharged
if the weight loss exceeds ____________________.
A: one percent of the weight of the charge
B: five percent of the weight of the charge
C: seven percent of the weight of the charge
D: ten percent of the weight of the charge
1467: Your vessel has a forward draft of 26'-11" and an after
draft of 29'-07". How many tons of cargo can be loaded
before the vessel reaches a mean draft of 28'-06 inches if
the TPI is 69?
A: 204 tons
B: 207 tons
C: 210 tons
D: 213 tons
1468: You are on the SS American Mariner and involved in a
collision. Your draft has increased uniformly and there is
about 4 feet of freeboard remaining. The vessel is on an
even keel and has a long rolling period. The roll is
sluggish, and the vessel hangs at the ends of a roll. Which
of the following actions would you take first to correct the
situation?
A: Pump out a slack double bottom tank to reduce free surface.
B: Flood any empty double bottom tanks to decrease KG.
C: Jettison topside weights to increase freeboard.
D: Pump out flooding water in the cargo holds to reduce free
surface.
1469: Which statement about immersion suits is TRUE?
A: All models will automatically turn an unconscious person
face-up in the water.
B: The immersion suit reduces the rate of body cooling and
increases the survival time in cold water to hours or days.
C: The suit is flameproof and provides protection to a wearer
swimming in burning oil.
D: The suit provides a full range of body movement and is
suitable for routine wear on deck.
1470: If your vessel has a list to port due to negative GM and
off-center weight, the first corrective measure you
should take is to _______.
A: move port-side main-deck cargo to the starboard side
B: fill the starboard double-bottom
C: pump water from the port double-bottom to the starboard
double-bottom
D: pump water from the port double-bottom over the side
1471: What do regulations allow to be marked with EITHER the name
of the fishing vessel OR the name of the person to whom it
is assigned?
A: Immersion suit
B: Buoyant apparatus
C: Ring buoy
D: Life float
1472: You are reading the draft marks in illustration D032DG. The
water level forward is 4 inches below the 11, and the water
level aft is 2 inches below the top of the 11. What is the
mean draft?
A: 11'-08"
B: 11'-06"
C: 11'-04"
D: 11'-00"
1473: You are in a lifeboat when you sight the stars indicated in
illustration D005SA. You will be heading due north when you
head for Polaris which is indicated by which letter?
1474: In cleaning up an oil spill, straw is an example of a ____.
A: Chemical agent
B: blocker
C: Sorbent
D: None of the above
1475: You need to pull the sea anchor back aboard your liferaft.
What part of the anchor do you pull on?
A: Drag line
B: Bridle
C: Trip line
D: Iron ring
1477: A fire starts on your vessel while refueling. You should
FIRST _____.
A: stop the ventilation
B: sound the general alarm
C: determine the source of the fire
D: attempt to extinguish the fire
1478: There is a fire in the crew's quarters of your vessel.
You should _______________.
A: ventilate the quarters as much as possible
B: prepare to abandon ship
C: close all ventilation to the quarters if possible
D: attempt to put the fire out yourself before sounding
the alarm
1479: If your vessel is aground at the bow, it would be preferable
that any weight removals be made from the _________.
A: bow
B: mid-section
C: stern
D: All of the above
1480: You are on a supply run to an offshore drilling rig. On
board is the cargo listed. What is the height above the
main deck of the center of gravity of the cargo?
A: 2.23 feet
B: 1.93 feet
C: 1.82 feet
D: 1.38 feet
1481: You are reading the draft marks in illustration D032DG. The
water level is at the top of number 8. What is the draft?
A: 7'-09"
B: 8'-00"
C: 8'-03"
D: 8'-06"
1482: Which extinguishing agent is most effective on a mattress
fire?
A: CO2
B: Foam
C: Dry Chemical
D: Water
1483: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is partially loaded with a GM of 3.1
feet and drafts of: FWD 19'-06", AFT 21'-04". Use the
white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to
determine what tank(s) you should ballast to increase the GM
to 3.7 feet.
A: Tanks: DT1
B: Tanks: DB3, DT8
C: Tanks: DB2, DB7
D: Tanks: DB5
1484: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is partially loaded with a GM of 3.1
feet and drafts of: FWD 16'-00", AFT 18'-04". Use the
white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to
determine what tank(s) you should ballast to increase the GM
to 3.6 feet.
A: Tanks: DB1, DT1A
B: Tanks: DT6, DT7
C: Tank: DT8
D: Tank: DB3
1485: Which statement about immersion suits is TRUE?
A: Some models will automatically turn an unconscious
person face-up in the water.
B: The immersion suit seals in body heat and
provides protection against hypothermia for weeks.
C: The suit will still be serviceable after a brief
(2-6minutes) exposure to flame and burning.
D: The wearer of the suit is not restricted in body
movement and the suit may be donned well in advance of
abandoning ship.
1486: A cargo of 30 tons is to be loaded on deck 30 feet from the
ship's centerline. The ship's displacement including the 30
tons cargo will be 9,000 tons and the GM will be 5 feet.
The list of the vessel after loading this cargo will be
_______.
A: 1.14²
B: 2.05²
C: 2.31²
D: 3.40²
1487: A vessel's heavy displacement is 24,500 tons with light
displacement of 13,300 tons. Fully loaded it carries 300
tons of fuel and stores. What is the vessel's deadweight?
A: 10,900 tons
B: 11,200 tons
C: 13,000 tons
D: 24,200 tons
1488: When compared to a high-expansion foam, a low-expansion
foam will ____________.
A: be dryer
B: be lighter
C: be more heat resistant
D: cling to vertical surfaces
1489: The boat command that means complete the stroke and
level the oars horizontally with the blades trimmed fore and
aft is ________________________.
A: "Oars"
B: "Up oars"
C: "Way enough"
D: "Hold water"
1490: You are reading the draft marks as shown. The water level
forward leaves about 4 inches of the 11 visible, and the
water level aft is at the top of the 10. What is the mean
draft?
A: 10'-06"
B: 10'-08"
C: 10'-10"
D: 11'-02"
1491: You are in a lifeboat when you sight the stars shown. You
will be heading almost due north when you head for Polaris
which is marked by what letter?
1492: You have abandoned ship. There are several rafts in the
water. One of the FIRST things to do is ________.
A: separate the rafts as much as possible to increase
chances of detection
B: transfer all supplies to one raft
C: transfer all the injured to one raft
D: secure the rafts together to keep them from drifting apart
1493: A new liferaft has been installed on your vessel. The
operating cord should be _____________.
A: attached to the raft stowage cradle or to a secure
object nearby with a weak link
B: checked to see that it's unattached
C: coiled neatly on the raft container
D: faked on deck and lead through a chock
1495: A weight of 350 tons is loaded on your vessel 85 feet
forward of the tipping center. The vessel's MT1 is 1150
foot-tons. What is the total change of trim?
A: 12.93 inches
B: 23.75 inches
C: 25.87 inches
D: 38.50 inches
1496: Your vessel has been holed in #1 hold and partially flooded.
The hole is plugged against further flooding. In
calculating the effect of the flooding on your transverse
stability, you should use which method?
A: Compartment standard method
B: Lost buoyancy method
C: Factor of subdivision method
D: Added weight method
1497: While operating off Panama a seaman is injured.
What indicator should be included in the preamble of a
radiotelegram requesting medical advice from a Panamanian
station?
A: RADIO MEDICAL
B: DH MEDICO
C: XXX
D: MEDRAD
1498: The spread of fire is prevented by _____________.
A: cooling surfaces adjacent to the fire
B: leaving combustibles in the endangered area
C: increasing the oxygen supply
D: All of the above
1499: A cargo of 60 tons is to be loaded on deck 20 feet from the
ship's centerline. The vessel's displacement including the
60 ton cargo will be 6,000 tons and the GM two feet. The
list of the vessel after loading this cargo will be _______.
A: 5.4ø
B: 5.72ø
C: 6.12ø
D: 6.4ø
1500: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of THe Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 6.9 ft
B: Available GM 5.3 ft
C: Available GM 4.1 ft
D: Available GM 3.8 ft
1501: You are in a lifeboat when you sight the stars shown.
You will be heading almost due north when you head for
Polaris which is marked by which letter?
1502: A portable foam (stored-pressure type) fire extinguisher
would be most useful in combating a fire in _____________.
A: generators
B: oil drums
C: the bridge controls
D: combustible metals
1503: If you have to jump in the water when abandoning ship, your
legs should be _________________.
A: spread apart as far as possible
B: held as tightly against your chest as possible
C: in a kneeling position
D: extended straight down and crossed at the ankles
1504: You are reading the draft marks in illustration D032DG. The
water level is about 4 inches below the bottom of 10. What
is the draft?
A: 10'-04"
B: 10'-02"
C: 9'-08"
D: 9'-04"
1505: What is one of the FIRST things you would do on boarding
an inflatable liferaft?
A: Open equipment pack.
B: Post a lookout.
C: Issue anti-seasickness medicine.
D: Pick up other survivors.
1506: Before hydraulic starting of an engine on a covered
lifeboat, what need NOT be checked?
A: Fuel supply line valve
B: Pressure registered on the accumulator gauge
C: Cold-spark voltage readings test lamp
D: Engine stop control
1507: A thrust block is designed to _____________.
A: absorb the shock of wave pressure at the bow
B: be placed between the engines and the foundation to absorb
the vibration
C: transmit the thrust of the engine to the propeller
D: transmit the thrust of the propeller to the vessel
1508: Portable foam fire-extinguishers are designed for use on
class ______.
A: A and class B fires
B: A and class C fires
C: B and class C fires
D: A, class B, and class C fires
1509: You are using an oxygen indicator. How long should you wait
after the sample is drawn into the instrument before reading
the meter?
A: No wait is necessary, the reading occurs immediately.
B: At least 5 seconds
C: At least 10 seconds
D: At least 20 seconds
1510: You have received a General Emergency message announcing the
outbreak of war in Europe without the use of nuclear weapons
and are directed to comply with the instructions in DMAHTC
PUB 117, Chapter nine. Which statement is TRUE?
A: If on a coastwise voyage along the east coast of the U.S.,
you should put into the nearest port.
B: You should only enter a port in the danger zone during hours
of darkness.
C: When over 200 hundred miles from a port in the danger zone,
you should not darken ship.
D: You should discontinue AMVER reporting.
1511: Which step should normally be taken FIRST by those who
have boarded a liferaft in an emergency?
A: Ration food and water supplies.
B: Take anti-seasickness pills, if available.
C: Determine position and closest point of land.
D: Check pyrotechnic supplies.
1512: Where would you find the draft marks on a ship?
A: Deep tanks
B: Voids
C: Midships near the waterline
D: Area of water line near stem and stern
1515: You see an iceberg that has not been reported. What kind
of radio message do you transmit to warn others?
A: Safety message
B: Urgency message
C: Distress message
D: Routine message
1516: While operating off the coast of Portugal, a seaman is
injured. What indicator should be used in a message
requesting medical advice from a Portuguese station?
A: MEDICAL RADIO
B: DH MEDICO
C: XXX RADIOMEDICAL
D: PORT HEALTH
1517: A double male coupling is one that ______________.
A: has left hand twist
B: has inside threads on both ends
C: has outside threads on both ends
D: takes two men to operate
1518: You are approaching another vessel and see that she has the
signal flag "J" hoisted. What should you do?
A: Keep well clear of the vessel because she is on fire and has
dangerous cargo on board or she is leaking dangerous cargo.
B: Attempt to call the vessel on VHF radiotelephone because she
is requesting to communicate.
C: Approach the vessel with caution because she is dragging her
anchor.
D: Proceed on present course and speed since the vessel is
requesting a tug.
1519: All oil spills must be reported to the ________________.
A: U.S. Corps of Engineers
B: U.S. Coast Guard
C: local police
D: local fire department
1520: When operating the air supply system in a covered lifeboat
the ________.
A: fuel supply valve should be closed
B: hatches, doors,and oar ports should be closed
C: air cylinder shut-off valve should be closed
D: engine should be shut off
1521: You are in a lifeboat when you sight the stars shown. You
will be heading almost due north when you head for Polaris
which is marked by what letter?
1522: The pollution prevention regulations in MARPOL apply to U.
S. flag vessels _____.
A: only on the Great Lakes and international waters
B: only on the western rivers and international waters
C: on international voyages outside U.S. territorial waters
D: on all international and inland waters
1523: The term "oil" as used in the Oil Pollution Regulations
means ________.
A: fuel oil
B: sludge
C: oil refuse
D: All of the above
1524: A U.S. merchant vessel in ocean service is NOT subject
tothe requirements of Annex V to MARPOL 73/78 _____.
A: outside of 25 nautical miles from nearest land
B: outside of the navigable waters of the United States
C: in the waters of those countries not signatory to MARPOL
D: A U.S. vessel in ocean service is ALWAYS subject to MARPOL.
1525: You are reading the draft marks in illustration D032DG.
The top 2 inches of number 9 are visible above the
waterline. What is the draft?
A: 8'-10"
B: 9'-02"
C: 9'-04"
D: 9'-08"
1526: Which type of portable fire extinguishers is NOT designed
for use on flammable liquid fires?
A: Foam
B: Dry chemical
C: Water (cartridge-operated)
D: Carbon dioxide
1527: You discharge garbage overboard at sea. When recording your
vessel's position as required, you must include __________.
A: latitude, longitude and approximate depth of water
B: latitude, longitude, course, speed, and a copy of that
days noon position slip
C: latitude, longitude, and estimated distance from shore
D: latitude and longitude only
1528: You are offloading garbage to another ship. Your records
must identify that ship by name and show her __________.
A: home port
B: next port-of-call
C: official number
D: Master
1529: Under the Pollution Regulations, garbage disposal
records must be kept ____________.
A: until the end of the voyage
B: until the next Coast Guard inspection
C: one year
D: two years
1530: Which vessel in ocean service is not subject to Annex V
of MARPOL 73/79?
A: A 20-foot sailing vessel
B: A 26-foot tug and tow
C: An uninspected 35-foot passenger vessel
D: A Navy Destroyer
1531: You intend to discharge medical or hazardous wastes
ashore. MARPOL Annex V requires you to notify a receiving
port or terminal in advance. How much advance notice is
required?
A: 12 hours
B: 24 hours
C: 48 hours
D: Advance notification is not required.
1532: You are in a lifeboat when you sight the stars indicated in
illustration D005SA. You will be heading due north when you
head for Polaris, which is indicated by what letter?
1533: Which statement is TRUE?
A: You need not keep a record of ground garbage dumped into
the sea more than 25 miles offshore.
B: You need not keep a record of garbage incinerated on
the ship.
C: You must keep a record of the approximate weight of
the garbage dumped.
D: You must keep a record of garbage discharged in port to
a shore facility.
1534: Which statement is TRUE?
A: You must keep a record of garbage discharged in port to
a shore facility.
B: You need not keep a record of dumping ground garbage
in to the sea more than 25 miles offshore.
C: You must keep a record of the approximate weight of
the garbage dumped.
D: You need not keep a record of garbage incinerated on
the ship.
1535: Limit switches _________________.
A: control the descent rate of a lifeboat
B: control the ascent rate of a lifeboat
C: cut off power to the winch when the lifeboat nears the final
stowed position
D: cut off power to the winch when the lifeboat reaches the
davit bumpers
1536: Which types of portable fire extinguishers are designed for
putting out electrical fires?
A: Foam and water (stored pressure)
B: Foam and carbon dioxide
C: Foam and dry chemical
D: Dry chemical and carbon dioxide
1537: How should longitude 119ø56.3' W be written when preparing
an AMVER report?
A: V19.9
B: 120øW
C: 119.9W
D: 11956W
1538: Your oceangoing vessel is required to have a waste
management plan. This plan must be in writing and describe
procedures for ____________________.
A: collecting and discharging garbage
B: disposing waste from marine sanitation devices
C: reducing the amount of shipboard waste
D: segregating the different types of shipboard waste
1539: The AMVER system requires _____________.
A: sailing plans to be sent within 8 hours of departure
B: more frequent reports in heavy weather
C: arrival reports to be sent within 8 hours of arrival
D: a position report within 24 hours of departure
1540: Which statement concerning the collection of fresh water is
FALSE?
A: Fresh water may be obtained from fish.
B: Lifeboat covers or canopies should be washed with rain
before drinking water is collected.
C: Fresh water may be collected from condensation inside the
life raft.
D: Seawater should never be consumed.
1541: Which would be considered pollution under the U.S. water
pollution laws?
A: Garbage
B: Hazardous substances
C: Oil
D: All of the above
1542: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
08'-04", AFT 13'-08". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of THe Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1.91 feet
B: 2.09 feet
C: 2.21 feet
D: 2.48 feet
1543: The ship station license for your radiotelephone is valid
for ____________.
A: one year
B: three years
C: five years
D: six years
1544: While operating your oceangoing vessel you must keep a
record of any discharge or disposal of garbage. These
entries shall be made __________________________.
A: before the end of the voyage
B: before arriving at your next port
C: no later than 24 hours after disposal of the garbage
D: at the time the garbage was disposed
1545: Preventer bars are fitted on lifeboat releasing hooks to
prevent ____.
A: the falls from unhooking if the releasing gear is operated
accidentally while the boat is being lowered
B: operation of the release lever until the boat is waterborne
C: the falls from rehooking after they have been released
D: accidental unhooking when the falls become slack
1546: What are the most important reasons for using water fog to
fight fires?
A: Smothers burning surfaces, organically destroys fuel
B: Cools fire and adjacent surfaces, provides protective
barrier
C: Reaches areas not protected by steam or CO2 smothering
systems
D: Allows fire to be attacked from leeward, saturates liquid
surfaces
1547: If you must swim through an oil fire, you should NOT _____.
A: wear as much clothing as possible
B: enter the water feet first
C: swim with the wind
D: cover eyes with one hand when entering the water
1548: You have abandoned your vessel. You are in a liferaft
and have cleared away from your vessel. One of your
FIRST actions should be to ______________.
A: take measures to maintain morale
B: prepare and use radio equipment
C: identify the person in charge of liferaft
D: search for survivors
1549: You are sailing in a strong wind and may accidentally jibe
when _______________.
A: reaching
B: tacking
C: running-free
D: in irons
1550: The purpose of a water spray system on a covered lifeboat is
to _____.
A: cool the lifeboat engine
B: keep the lifeboat from reaching combustion temperature while
operating in a fire
C: keep the lifeboat warm in a cold climate by applying heated
water spray from the engine to the boat
D: put out a fire inside the lifeboat
1551: On inspected cargo vessels, each fire station is required to
be fitted with a hose which has a nominal diameter of _____.
A: 1-1/2 or 2-1/2 inches
B: 2 or 3 inches
C: 2-1/2 or 3-1/2 inches
D: 3 or 4 inches
1552: INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND A sailing vessel must keep
course and speed when ______________.
A: being overtaken
B: to windward of another sailing vessel
C: to leeward of another sailing vessel
D: crossing a vessel engaged in fishing
1553: What is an advantage of using foam in fire fighting?
A: It is effective in controlling fire in flowing oil such as
coming from a broken fuel line.
B: It absorbs heat from materials that could cause reignition.
C: Most foams can be used jointly with dry chemical
extinguishing agents to attack a fire by two methods
of extinguishment.
D: Once the surface is blanketed with foam and the fire is
extinguished, no further foam is required.
1554: The SS NORTHLAND is loaded to drafts: FWD 32'-04", AFT
34'-02". The KG is 31.5 feet. Use the salmon pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the angle of list
if #6 starboard tank is fully loaded with 1624 tons of salt
water ballast (VCG is 36.5 feet off the centerline).
A: 3.4²
B: 4.7²
C: 6.4²
D: 7.9²
1555: Seawater may be used for drinking ______________.
A: at a maximum rate of two ounces per day
B: after mixing with an equal quantity of fresh water
C: if gathered during or immediately after a hard rain
D: under no conditions
1556: Which fire extinguishing agent has the greatest capacity for
absorbing heat?
A: Water
B: Foam
C: Dry chemical
D: Carbon Dioxide
1557: When a sea anchor for a lifeboat is properly rigged, it will
_____.
A: completely stop the lifeboat from drifting
B: help to prevent broaching
C: prevent the lifeboat from pitching
D: None of the above
1558: A Halon 1301 cylinder is periodically tested for weight
loss and pressure loss. What minimum percentage of the full
pressure can be lost before the cylinder must be recharged?
A: 3%
B: 5%
C: 10%
D: 15%
1559: The capacity of any life raft on board a vessel can be
determined by ______________________.
A: examining the Certificate of Inspection
B: examining the plate on the outside of the raft container
C: referring to the station bill
D: referring to the shipping articles
1560: The most important reason for taking anti-seasickness pills
as soon as possible after entering a life raft is to ______.
A: assist in sleeping
B: reduce appetite by decreasing nausea
C: prevent loss of body moisture by vomiting
D: prevent impaired judgement due to motion-induced
deliriousness
1561: Which is NOT a mandatory part of the shipboard Oil Pollution
Emergency Plan?
A: Reporting requirements
B: Diagrams
C: Steps to control a discharge
D: National and local coordination
1562: Drinking salt water will _______________.
A: protect against heat camps
B: prevent seasickness
C: be safe if mixed with fresh water
D: dehydrate you
1563: Who should inspect and test an inflatable life raft?
A: The person in charge
B: The manufacturer or authorized representative
C: Shipyard personnel
D: A certificated lifeboatman
1564: Which action is routinely performed at the annual servicing
and inspection of a dry-chemical cartridge-operated portable
fire extinguisher?
A: Insure the chemical is powdery.
B: Replace the cartridge.
C: Pressure test the discharge hose.
D: Test the pressure gauge for proper operation.
1565: What correctly expresses the time of 1122 (ZD +6) on 6 April
1981, for use in an AMVER report?
A: 061722Z
B: 06 1122 ZD+6
C: G1722 06APR81
D: 1122Z6 06APR
1566: CO2 extinguishes a fire by _____.
A: cooling
B: smothering
C: chemical action
D: All of the above
1567: Your vessel is carrying 84,000 barrels of oil for discharge.
The cargo hoses have an inside diameter of 14 inches. When
four hoses are connected to the manifold, the container
around the manifold must hold a total of how many barrels?
A: Three
B: Four
C: Twelve
D: Sixteen
1568: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 2464 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
27.3 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 27.0 feet
B: KG 27.8 feet
C: KG 28.6 feet
D: KG 29.8 feet
1569: Which list is NOT required to be provided as part of the
appendices of the Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan?
A: A list of agencies or officials of Coastal State
Administrators responsible for receiving and processing
incident reports.
B: A list of agences or officials in regularly visited ports.
C: A list specifying who will be responsible for informing
the parties listed and the priority in which they must
be notified.
D: A list of personnel duty assignments.
1570: Which is a mandatory section of the shipboard Oil Pollution
Emergency Plan?
A: Reporting requirements
B: Removal equipment list
C: Planned exercises
D: List of individuals required to respond
1571: A Halon 1301 cylinder is periodically tested for weight loss
and pressure loss. It must be recharged if it has lost more
than what minimum percentage of its weight?
A: 3%
B: 5%
C: 10%
D: 15%
1572: Your fishing vessel operates more than 25 miles from the
coastline on the Great Lakes. Which distress signal is NOT
required to be on board?
A: 3 red parachute flares
B: 6 red hand flares
C: 1 electric distress light
D: 3 orange smoke signals
1574: Your vessel is more than 3 miles off the coast. What is the
maximum civil penalty PER DAY that you may be fined for any
violation of the MARPOL 73/78 Act to Prevent Pollution from
Ships?
A: $ 1,000
B: $ 5,000
C: $10,000
D: $25,000
1575: Foam extinguishes a fire by ___________________________.
A: smothering the burning material
B: chemical combination with burning material
C: absorbing the burning material
D: organic destruction of the burning material
1576: What is the minimum number of bolts required in
a permanently connected flange oil hose coupling?
A: A bolt must be used in every hole.
B: 6
C: 4
D: 3
1577: What is the minimum number of bolts required in a temporary
bolted flange oil hose coupling?
A: 3
B: 4
C: 6
D: A bolt must be used in every hole.
1578: You may not act as person-in-charge of oil transfer
operations on more than one vessel at a time _____________.
A: under any circumstances
B: unless authorized by the Captain of the Port
C: unless radio communication is set up between the vessels
D: unless the vessels are moored clear of all docks
1579: During oil transfer operations, who is responsibe for
ensuring that the posted transfer procedures are followed?
A: The designated person in charge
B: The tankerman
C: The senior able seaman
D: The oiler
1580: Which statement is TRUE concerning the placard entitled
"Discharge of Oil Prohibited"?
A: It is required on all vessels.
B: It is only required in the wheelhouse.
C: It may be located at the bilge and ballast pump
control station.
D: All of the above
1581: When using the oxygen indicator, which reaction from the
needle should you expect as a sample is drawn into the
instrument?
A: Rise to the correct reading and then, slowly fall to zero
as the oxygen in the sample is consumed
B: Move back and forth and finally stabilize at the correct
reading after about 10 seconds
C: Rise to the correct reading immediately and then rise slowly
to a false reading as the operating temperature increases
D: Slowly rise to the correct reading and then remain
stationary
1582: You are off the coast of South Africa, when a seaman is
injured. What indicator should be used in a message
requesting medical advice from a South African station?
A: DH MEDICO
B: XXX RADIOMEDICAL
C: MEDRAD
D: PORT HEALTH
1583: You are having a Coast Guard inspection. All carbon dioxide
fire extinguishers aboard will be _____.
A: weighed
B: discharged and recharged
C: checked for pressure loss
D: sent ashore to an approved service facility
1584: Your vessel has 3 lifeboats on each side. The aftermost
boat on the port side is designated as boat number _____.
1586: The success of an indirect attack on a fire depends on the
__________.
A: size of the fire when initially observed
B: complete containment of the fire
C: cooling ability of the firefighting agent
D: class of the fire
1587: A lifeboat is weight tested by lowering to near the water
and loading to capacity with weight evenly distributed. It
is then lowered into the water and released. This test must
be done at least once every _____________.
A: 6 months
B: 12 months
C: 18 months
D: 24 months
1588: How should longitude 119²16.7' E be written when preparing
an AMVER report?
A: 11917E
B: Q193
C: 119.3²E
D: 119E
1589: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 3284 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
26.4 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 25.0 feet
B: KG 25.5 feet
C: KG 26.1 feet
D: KG 26.7 feet
1590: After a vessel transmits the original distress message, what
signal should be sent to allow ships to take RDF bearings?
A: SOS three times
B: Additional transmissions to aid direction finding
C: E for one minute, followed by T for one minute
D: Two tones, 10-15 seconds each
1591: You discharge garbage overboard at sea. When recording your
vessel's position as required, you must include __________.
A: latitude, longitude, and approximate depth of water
B: latitude, longitude, and estimated distance from shore
C: latitude and longitude only
D: latitude, longitude, course, speed, and a copy of that
days noon position slip
1592: A vessel has a cargo hold divided by a shaft alley into two
tanks, each 35 feet long and 20 feet wide. Each tank is half
filled with sea water. The vessel displaces 5,000 tons.
The reduction in GM due to free surface effect is _________.
A: .27 foot
B: .30 foot
C: .31 foot
D: .33 foot
1594: Which statement is TRUE concerning buoyant work vests aboard
tank vessels?
A: They may be worn while working on deck but not while
working over the side.
B: They must be used only under supervision of a
designated ship's officer.
C: They will be accepted for up to 10% of the required
life preservers.
D: They may be worn during drills.
1597: Which characteristic is an advantage of Halon as a fire
extinguishing medium?
A: Electrically non-conductive
B: Relatively inexpensive
C: Effective against chemicals containing an oxidizer
D: All of the above
1598: On board a small passenger vessel connections to
electric conductors MUST be ___________.
A: made within enclosures
B: served and parcelled
C: installed only by a licensed marine electrician
D: Be inspected annually
1599: All self-propelled vessels on an international voyage must
be equipped with how many Emergency Position Indicating
Radiobeacons (EPIRB)?
A: One approved Class A EPIRB
B: Two approved Class A EPIRBs
C: One approved Class B EPIRBs
D: Two approved Class B EPIRBs
1600: You are berthed at a cargo facility where you have just
completed discharging a dangerous cargo. You must complete
topside repairs involving hot work before sailing. Which of
the following statements is TRUE?
A: You can make repairs with permission of the facility
owner since you are empty and the cargo is on the facility.
B: The repair area must be inspected by a marine surveyor to
ensure that it can be done safely.
C: Hot work repairs at such a facility are prohibited.
D: The Captain of the Port may give specific approval to make
hot work repairs.
1601: Channel 13 is primarily used for ship to ship communication.
Channel 13 is also authorized for _____.
A: coast to aircraft operational communications
B: aircraft to ship operational communications
C: lock & bridge communications
D: aircraft to ship navigational communications
1603: During loading and discharging operations, in addition to
when the cargo tanks have been properly filled, each inert
gas system must be capable of maintaining a minimum gas
pressure of ________________.
A: 150 millimeters of water pressure
B: 125 millimeters of water pressure
C: 100 millimeters of water pressure
D: 75 millimeters of water pressure
1605: What entry would NOT be shown on the V line of an AMVER
report?
A: MD
B: MT
C: PA
D: NURSE
1606: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
08'-04", AFT 13'-08". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1.91 feet
B: 2.09 feet
C: 2.21 feet
D: 2.48 feet
1607: A bilge suction line, in a fishing vessel with more than 16
individuals aboard, must have a strainer with an open area
not less than how many times the open area of the suction
line?
A: one
B: two
C: three
D: four
1608: Cold water, in commercial fishing, means water where the
monthly mean low water temperature is normally ___________.
A: 39² Fahrenheit or less
B: 44² Fahrenheit or less
C: 49² Fahrenheit or less
D: 59² Fahrenheit or less
1610: An "ABC" dry chemical fire extinguisher would be LEAST
effective against a fire in __________.
A: a mattress
B: spilled liquids such as oil or paint
C: high voltage electrical gear
D: a trash can
1611: How should longitude 116²54.09' E be written when preparing
an AMVER report?
A: Q1169
B: 116.9E
C: 11655E
D: 117E
1612: Which action is routinely performed at the annual servicing
and inspection of a dry-chemical cartridge-operated portable
fire extinguisher?
A: Test the pressure gauge for correct reading.
B: Weigh the cartridge.
C: Replace the dry chemical.
D: Pressure test the discharge hose.
1613: Steering a motor lifeboat broadside to the sea could cause
it to _____________________.
A: capsize
B: run smoother
C: run faster
D: sink
1614: You may have to give artificial respiration after
an accidental ____________.
A: drowning
B: electrocution
C: poisoning
D: All of the above
1615: When administering artificial respiration, it is MOST
important to _____.
A: monitor blood pressure
B: clear airways
C: use the rhythmic pressure method
D: know all approved methods
1617: When compared to low-expansion foam, a high-expansion
foam will ____________.
A: be wetter
B: be lighter
C: be more heat resistant
D: not cling to vertical surfaces
1618: Which characteristic of Halon is a disadvantage when it is
used as a fire extinguishing medium?
A: Leaves a residue
B: Cost, relative to other agents
C: Breaks down while under prolonged storage
D: Conducts electricity
1619: A conscious victim who has suffered a blow to the head has
symptoms that indicate the possibility of concussion. If
the patient feels no indication of neck or spine injury,
recommended treatment would include _____________________.
A: turning the victims's head to the side to keep his
airway open
B: positioning the victim so the head is lower than the body
C: giving the victim water if he is thirsty, but no food
D: elevating the head slightly with a pillow
1620: One disadvantage of using regular dry chemical (sodium
bicarbonate) in firefighting is that _____.
A: it can break down under high heat and emit noxious fumes
B: it will decompose under prolonged storage and lose its
effectiveness
C: fire has been known to flash back over the surface of an oil
fire
D: it is ineffective in fighting fires in high-voltage
electrical equipment
1621: Why is spare fire hose rolled for storage?
A: Water in the hose is forced out the end in the rolling
process.
B: The threads on the male end are protected by the hose.
C: Rolling provides maximum protection against entry of foreign
objects into the couplings.
D: Rolling provides maximum protection to the outer covering
of the hose.
1622: You are preparing to take another vessel in tow. Which
signal indicates, "Hawser is made fast"?
A: Firing of a green star signal
B: Firing of a red star signal
C: An orange smoke signal
D: Three white star rockets at 1-minute intervals
1623: When testing a class A EPIRB, you need to use _____.
A: nothing other than the test indicator on the top of the
EPIRB
B: an ordinary FM radio
C: the test meter supplied by the manufacturer
D: a voltage meter indicating in the 0.5 to 12 volt range
1624: A sail plan, including the vessel's itinerary, name, number,
and persons aboard, should be filed with _____________.
A: the FAA
B: the Coast Guard
C: U.S. Customs
D: a responsible person
1625: A shipmate suffers a heart attack and stops breathing. You
must ___________________.
A: immediately give a stimulant, by force if necessary
B: make the victim comfortable in a bunk
C: administer oxygen
D: immediately start CPR
1626: A shipmate suffers a heart attack and stops breathing.
You must _____.
A: administer oxygen
B: immediately check his pulse and start CPR
C: make the victim comfortable in a bunk
D: immediately give a stimulant, by force if necesssary
1627: The canvas covering of fire hose is called the _________.
A: casing
B: outer hose
C: line cover
D: jacket
1628: You are running before a rough sea and a strong wind. Your
sailing vessel is yawing. If the wind should catch the
mainsail on the reverse side you will ______________.
A: broach
B: tack
C: jibe
D: go in irons
1629: Which statement is TRUE about fire fighting foam?
A: The air bubbles in foam act as an insulator in fighting
a class C fire.
B: The effectiveness of foam in forming a blanket over a
burning liquid increases as the temperature of the liquid
increases.
C: Foam can be used to control gases escaping from compressed
gas cylinders.
D: Foam sets up a vapor barrier over a flammable liquid
preventing flammable gases from rising.
1630: A deck-stowed 40-foot container is giving off smoke, and one
end is discolored from heat. The cargo is valuable and
easily damaged by water. You want to extinguish the fire
without further damage if possible. What action should you
take?
A: Connect a portable line from the ship's fixed system and
discharge CO2 into the container.
B: Flood the container with water and disregard any cargo
damage as the fire threatens the entire vessel.
C: Pierce the container and discharge 6 or more portable CO2's
then add more CO2 hourly.
D: Cool the exterior of the container with water and close all
vents; then keep it cooled until it can be off-loaded.
1631: According to Coast Guard Regulations (CFR 33), all ships are
required to prepare, submit, and maintain a(n) __________.
A: synthetic plastic discharge plan
B: oil discharge plan
C: shipboard oil pollution emergency plan
D: vapor recovery procedures plan
1632: When joining the female coupling of the fire hose to the
male outlet of the hydrant, you should make sure that
the _________________.
A: threads are lubricated
B: nozzle is attached to the hose
C: female coupling has a gasket
D: hose is led out
1633: The SS NORTHLAND is loaded to drafts: FWD 18'-07", AFT
19'-05". The KG is 33.6 feet. Use the salmon pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the angle of list
if #6 starboard tank is fully loaded with 1624 tons of salt
water ballast (VCG is 36.5 feet off the centerline).
A: 4.0²
B: 7.1²
C: 8.0²
D: 9.5²
1634: To prevent the spread of fire by convection you should
__________.
A: close all openings to the area
B: shut off all electrical power
C: remove combustibles from direct exposure
D: cool the bulkhead around the fire
1635: Which firefighting method is an example of an indirect
attack on a fire?
A: Bouncing a straight stream of water off the overhead to
create spray effect
B: Spraying foam on a bulkhead and letting it flow down and
over a pool of burning oil
C: Flooding a paint locker with CO2 and sealing the compartment
D: Cooling adjacent bulkheads with water to prevent the spread
of the fire by conduction
1636: How should latitude 54²18.9' N be written when preparing an
AMVER report?
A: 54.3N
B: 0543N
C: 5419N
D: 54²N
1637: Which is a disadvantage of Halon as a fire extinguishing
medium?
A: Conducts electricity
B: Difficult to store
C: Large volume necessary to be effective
D: Ineffective in powdered metal fires
1639: What entry would NOT be shown on the V line of an AMVER
report?
A: NONE
B: NURSE
C: MD
D: DOCTOR
1640: A Halon 1301 cylinder contains 100 pounds of liquid at 360
psi. It must be recharged when the weight drops below how
many pounds of liquid?
1644: Tankers of 100,000 DWT (metric) or more, built after January
1, 1975, carrying grade "A" cargo must have a Coast Guard
approved inert gas system capable of supplying ___________.
A: arbitrary gas mixture with a continuous oxygen content of 8%
or less by volume
B: inert gas at 150% of combined maximum rated capacities of
all cargo pumps operated simultaneously
C: and maintaining a gas pressure of 100 MM (4 inches) of water
on filled cargo tanks during loading and unloading
D: all of the above
1646: What is the report identifier code for an AMVER departure
point?
1648: What is an advantage of using foam in fire fighting?
A: It is MOST effective on very hot oil fires where the
temperatures of the liquid exceed 100ø C (212ø F).
B: Most foams can be used with dry chemicals to attack a fire
by two methods.
C: Foam is effective on combustible metal fires.
D: Foam can be made with seawater or fresh water.
1649: The sails are properly set and trimmed. As a vessel heads
up from a beam reach to close hauled the _______________.
A: true wind velocity increases
B: heeling moment decreases
C: side slip decreases
D: jib sheet must be hardened up
1650: When compared to low-expansion foam, a high-expansion foam
will _____.
A: be drier
B: be heavier
C: be more heat resistant
D: not cling to vertical surfaces
1651: Machinery lube oil sumps are NOT permitted to be drained
into the bilges of _____.
A: vessels without a bilge oil pump
B: vessels over 100 gross tons
C: vessels within 50 miles of the U.S. shoreline
D: vessels registered in the United States
1652: An inland oil barge must have equipment available to remove
an on-deck oil spill of at least _____________________.
A: one barrel
B: two barrels
C: five barrels
D: ten barrels
1653: Before operating a non-oceangoing ship greater than 100
gross tons it must have a fixed piping system to discharge
oily mixtures ashore. This system must
include_______________.
A: approved oily-water separating equipment
B: a fixed or portable containment system at the shore
connection
C: a spare pump in case the main pump is inoperative
D: at least one outlet accessible from the weather deck
1654: You are operating a ship greater than 400 gross tons. You
are NOT permitted to carry oil or hazardous materials in
a(n) ___________.
A: forepeak tank
B: afterpeak tank
C: deep tank
D: on-deck portable tank
1655: Which space(s) on your cargo vessel must have a fire
detection system?
A: Any compartment containing explosives
B: Any compartment adjacent to one containing explosives
C: Enclosed spaces which are "specially suitable for vehicles"
D: All of the above
1657: Where do you obtain approved placards containing
instructions for the launching and inflation of an approved
inflatable liferaft?
A: Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection
B: The manufacturer of the liferaft
C: Maritime Administration
D: The owner of the vessel on which the liferafts are carried
1658: Class C EPIRBs may be carried on board ________.
A: deep-draft vessels on the high seas
B: fishing vessels
C: small passenger vessels on the Great Lakes
D: deep-draft vessels in coastwise service
1659: You have berthed in a port area with other tank vessels.
What signal is displayed by a vessel to indicate it is
transferring flammable or combustible liquid cargo?
A: A flashing yellow light
B: A red light visible all around the horizon
C: A green light visible all around the horizon
D: An illuminated red and yellow caution flag
1660: If the meter needle of the oxygen indicator cannot be set
to zero, what should be done?
A: Replace the batteries.
B: Check the sampling tube for blockage.
C: Adjust the final reading by the amount the needle is
displaced from zero.
D: Replace the platinum filament.
1661: What is the maximum number of crew members that may be
berthed in one room aboard your cargo vessel?
A: Two
B: Four
C: Six
D: Eight
1662: By regulation, your cargo vessel must have _____________.
A: sufficient facilities for the crew to wash their clothes
B: a wash basin in each room
C: separate toilet facilities for engineers where their number
exceeds six
D: All of the above
1663: Which tank barges require draft marks?
A: All tank barges
B: Tank barges over 50 GT
C: Tank barges over 100 GT
D: Notch barges over 1000 GT
1664: The number of fire extinguishers required on an uninspected
"motor vessel" is based on the vessel's _____.
A: length
B: gross tonnage
C: draft
D: crew list
1665: Which statement about stowing spare hose is TRUE?
A: Fold the hose so that the male coupling is about 4 feet
from the female coupling, then roll it up.
B: Roll the hose starting at the female end.
C: Roll the hose starting at the male end.
D: Fold the hose into lengths about 6 feet long and then
lash the folds together.
1666: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
08'-04", AFT 13'-08". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1.91 feet
B: 2.09 feet
C: 2.21 feet
D: 2.48 feet
1667: A shipmate suffers a heart attack and stops breathing. You
must _____________.
A: immediately give a stimulant, by force if necessary
B: make the victim comfortable in a bunk
C: immediately start CPR
D: administer oxygen
1668: What is the report identifier code for an AMVER deviation
report?
1669: You have abandoned ship and after two days in a liferaft you
can see an aircraft near the horizon apparently carrying
out a search pattern. You should __________.
A: switch the EPIRB to the homing signal mode
B: use the voice transmission capability of the EPIRB to
guide the aircraft to your raft
C: turn on the strobe light on the top of the EPIRB
D: use visual distress signals in conjunction with the EPIRB
1670: You are testing a class A EPIRB. You will know the EPIRB is
working properly when the indicator light comes on, and you
hear over the test frequency ___________.
A: a distinctive tone
B: the Morse Code for SOS
C: a computerized voice saying Mayday
D: the Morse signal for your vessel's call letters
1671: When should the full power test of a class A EPIRB be made?
A: At any time
B: Minute 00 to 05 of any hour
C: Minute 15 to 18 or 45 to 48 of any hour
D: Any day between 0700 to 0800 GMT
1672: Which of the following would be considered downflooding on a
fishing vessel as defined in regulation?
A: Vessel heels until water enters a hatch.
B: Vessel in collision floods through a damaged area above the
waterline.
C: Vessel takes on water due to the hatches being left open in
heavy rain.
D: Vessel takes on water by the propeller shaft due to failure
of the stern gland.
1673: In commercial fishing, "cold water" means water where the
monthly mean low water temperature is normally _________.
A: 39ø Fahrenheit or less
B: 44ø Fahrenheit or less
C: 49ø Fahrenheit or less
D: 59ø Fahrenheit or less
1674: You are requisitioning stores for your tank vessel. What
type of matches are permitted aboard?
A: Phosphorous
B: Safety
C: Self-extinguishing
D: Wooden
1675: What entry would NOT be shown on the V line of an AMVER
report?
A: MED TECH
B: MD
C: NONE
D: NURSE
1676: Before you start an engine in a compartment, it's MOST
important to _____.
A: check the flame arrester
B: check the fuel tank
C: check the battery
D: ventilate the bilges
1677: After an engine is started you should _____________.
A: increase engine speed to insure adequate flow of oil to all
parts of the engine
B: pay no attention unless there are unusual noises from the
engine
C: check operating pressures and temperatures, and check
forleaks
D: run the engine at idle until the temperature has increased
1678: Your vessel is 79 feet long with 20 people aboard.
Thecoaming of a deck above the lowest weather deck (except
anexposed forecastle deck) must be at least _________.
A: 6" high
B: 12" high
C: 24" high
D: Not required
1679: You are on a 92 foot fishing vessel with 35 individuals
on board. Which one of the following items are you NOT
required to have on board?
A: Gyro compass
B: Magnetic compass
C: Electronic positon fixing device
D: VHF radiotelephone
1680: The lifeboat compass is usually ____________.
A: placed in a fixed bracket when being used
B: clamped to any position convenient for the coxswain to
see it
C: permanently mounted on the lifeboat's centerline
D: mounted in the center of the boat to eliminate deviation
1681: An LWT anchor often has difficulty tripping in ________.
A: sand
B: soft soil
C: stiff clay
D: heterogeneous soil
1682: Which radio call-in plan is the most prudent?
A: There must be a designated responsible person who will be
available to receive your call at anytime.
B: There must be specific instructions for the designated
responsible person to follow if your call does not come inon
schedule.
C: The designated responsible person must be instructed to call
the Coast Guard search and rescue authorities immediately
ifyour call does not come in on schedule.
D: The designated responsible person should be over 18 years
ofage.
1683: You are running before a strong wind in a sloop. The most
dangerous thing to do is ___________________.
A: jibe
B: tack about
C: reef the mainsail
D: strike the jib
1684: You are sailing before the wind in heavy weather. The
failure of what will affect the vessel's safety most?
A: The main halyard
B: The jib sheet
C: The helm
D: The outhaul
1685: A storm is forecast for the area where your vessel is
moored. For its safety you should put _________________.
A: more slack in the mooring lines
B: a strain on the mooring lines
C: chafing gear on the mooring lines
D: grease on the mooring lines
1686: How many B-II fire extinguishers must be in the machinery
space of a 175-foot long fishing vessel propelled by engines
with 2300 brake horsepower?
1687: The old sailors admonition "Beware the lee shore" warns of
the danger due to _____________________.
A: the wind blowing stronger at this location
B: the ground swell making it difficult to tack off
C: the current flowing directly on shore
D: there being less wind in the lee of the shore
1688: Each commercial fishing vessel must have at least one
immersion suit, exposure suit, or life preserver for each
_______________.
A: person aboard
B: person working on deck
C: crew member
D: None of the above are correct.
1689: You must pick up an individual who has fallen overboard from
a sailboat The final approach should be ___________________.
A: upwind
B: downwind
C: on a close reach
D: on a broad reach
1690: The tops of the thwarts, side benches, and the footings
of a lifeboat are painted which color?
A: International orange
B: Yellow
C: White
D: Red
1691: When anchoring a small sailing vessel in rough weather, the
best anchor line would be composed of _________________.
A: chain-wire
B: chain-manila
C: chain-nylon
D: all chain
1692: You are preparing for what promises to be a rough ocean
passage. Your 120-foot schooner carries a yard on the
foremast, about 50 feet above the water. The yard weighs
about 1000 pounds. If you take the yard down and stow it on
deck for the trip, you will _______________________.
A: increase your vessel's GM
B: decrease the metacentric height
C: give the vessel a gentler roll
D: increase the reserve bouyancy
1693: Every different type of sailing rig can be dangerous in
certain circumstances. Which situation would most likely be
dangerous?
A: A gaff rig is dangerous in a calm wind and sea.
B: A gaff rig is dangerous in a calm wind and large swell.
C: A square rig, such as a ship rig, is dangerous to jibe.
D: A tall, marconi, sloop rig is dangerous to tack.
1694: When repairing a torn sail at sea, you should ___________.
A: use perfectly aligned stitches in old sail cloth so as to
get the strain properly aligned
B: avoid using glued patches on old sail cloth
C: be sure to orient the weave of the patch material, on large
patches, in the same orientation as the sail cloth being
repaired
D: All of the above
1695: In order to prevent galvanic corrosion, an aluminum boat
must be insulated from the davits and gripes. Which of
the following is acceptable as an insulator?
A: Hard rubber
B: Canvas
C: Leather
D: Sponge rubber
1696: Which statement(s) is(are) TRUE?
A: Polyester sailcloth, such as Dacron, is resistant to rot due
to moisture but susceptible to UV degradation and should
bekept covered as much as possible.
B: Canvas sailcloth is susceptible to rot due to moisture and
should never be covered when wet.
C: Kevlar sail cloth is susceptible to weakening due to
repeated folding and therefore should be draped loosely
overthe boom when stowed.
D: All of the above are true.
1697: The difference between a class A and a class B EPIRB is
that the class A EPIRB ___________.
A: operates on both military and civilian aircraft distress
frequencies
B: transmits both an alerting signal and a homing signal
C: must be the float free type and automatically activated
D: operates with a greater output of signal power
1698: To prevent a wooden hull from leaking you caulk it ________.
A: after drydocking, while the hull is moist
B: after drydocking, and the hull has dried
C: afloat, where it is leaking
D: afloat, in all accessible areas
1699: On small sailing vessels, the PRIMARY reason for using nylon
in a combination chain-nylon anchor line is to ____________.
A: provide elasticity
B: increase the strength
C: reduce the cost
D: reduce the weight
1700: How often must the impulse-projected line throwing appliance
be test fired?
A: Quarterly
B: Semiannually
C: Annually
D: At the Master's discretion
1701: Movement of liquid in a tank when a vessel inclines causes
an increase in _______________.
A: righting arm
B: metacentric height
C: height of the uncorrected KG
D: natural rolling period
1702: You are sailing at 8 knots on a beam reach in an apparent
wind of 25 knots. Which statement is TRUE?
A: The true wind is a little abaft your beam, at just under 25
knots.
B: The apparent wind at the top of your mast will be slightly
stronger than 25 knots and slightly farther forward than the
wind at deck level.
C: If you turn to a close reach, the apparent wind will reduce
in strength.
D: None of the above are true.
1703: With regard to aerodynamic lift, which statement is TRUE?
A: The majority of thrust a sail develops when close-hauled is
likely to capsize the vessel rather than drive it.
B: When a sail is trimmed too tight, turbulence will break out
on the windward side of the sail and cause a telltale there
to flutter.
C: A properly trimmed sail should have laminar flow on the
windward side and turbulent flow on the leeward side.
D: Adjusting the angle of attack on a mainsail is accomplished
by adjusting the outhaul or the vang, if fitted.
1704: Which statement is TRUE about sail shape?
A: A high-aspect ratio marconi mainsail is more efficient for
downwind sailing than a gaff-rigged mainsail.
B: You should put more belly in a sail in light airs than in a
strong breeze.
C: You can reduce the belly in a boomed mainsail by easing the
sheet.
D: You can move the belly up in a mainsail by easing the luff
tension.
1705: How does an inert gas system on a tanker function to
prevent explosions in cargo tanks?
A: De-energizes the "charged mist" effect.
B: Maintains a positive pressure on the vent header to cool
the flammable vapors.
C: Inert gas filters out the flammable vapors from the cargo
tank spaces.
D: Inert gas dilutes the flammable vapor and air concentrations
to keep them below the lower explosive limit.
1706: The major lift-producing part of a sail is the ____________.
A: leading edge
B: trailing edge
C: head
D: foil
1707: Your 40-foot auxilliary sailing vessel has just run aground
on a bar. She has a relatively long, deep keel and the tide
is falling. You have checked the bilges for damage and
found none. Which is the most prudent action to take
immediately?
A: Sheet the sails in flat to try to heel her over with the
wind and sail off.
B: Start the engine and run it hard in forward to try to drive
over and off the bar.
C: Strike the sails. Then run a kedge anchor out to one side,
hook the main halyard to it, and heave the boat down onto
one side.
D: Take soundings visually, by sounding pole, or leadline all
around the vessel to locate the deepest water.
1708: A chemical additive to LPG gives it a characteristic ______.
A: odor
B: color
C: pressure
D: density
1709: Why is gas-freeing rarely required for LPG cargo tanks?
A: LPG is compatible with all cargos.
B: LPG's high oxygen content makes it nonvolatile.
C: Cargo tanks are inspected less frequently than on
oiltankers.
D: The cargo tanks are used for one type of cargo only.
1711: Which precaution should be taken when testing a line
throwing gun?
A: Never remove the line from the rocket.
B: Fire it at an angle of approximately 90 degrees to the
horizon.
C: Wear asbestos gloves.
D: All of the above
1713: Line throwing equipment should not be operated __________.
A: during a rain storm
B: in an explosive atmosphere
C: near a lifeboat station
D: by other than licensed officers
1715: After allowing for pressure losses, the pressure-volume
capacity of an inert gas blower must be able to maintain a
pressure, in any cargo tank, with a minimum of ____________.
A: 50 millimeters of water
B: 100 millimeters of water
C: 150 millimeters of water
D: 200 millimeters of water
1716: The control lever for the mechanical disengaging apparatus
in a lifeboat shall ______________________.
A: be painted bright red
B: be secured to a permanent part of the lifeboat structure
C: have the area surrounding the lever painted white
D: All of the above
1717: An inert gas system on a tanker should be used to _________.
A: prevent the generation of flammable or combustible gas in
tanks
B: blow out cargo lines to prevent gas concentrations
C: dilute tank atmospheres to keep gas concentrations
below the lower explosive limit
D: prevent fires in the pumproom by continually displacing
flammable vapors
1719: Which data is NOT painted on the bow of a lifeboat?
A: Number of persons allowed
B: length and beam
C: Weight of the boat
D: Home port
1720: Your vessel has 3 lifeboats on each side. The aftermost
boat on the starboard side is designated as boat number
_______________.
A: 6
B: 5
C: 3
D: 3 STARBOARD
1721: An inert gas system is designed to reduce the possibility of
tank explosions by _____________.
A: eliminating sparks and fire in the vicinity of cargo tanks
B: removing all hydrocarbon gases from the cargo tanks
C: blanketing cargo tanks with inert foam
D: reducing the oxygen concentration below levels necessary for
combustion
1722: Where are remote readouts for oxygen concentration,
pressure, and temperature of an inert gas system required
to be located?
A: Bridge and engine control consoles
B: Bridge and tank(s) being inerted
C: Main deck and engine control consoles
D: Cargo control and engine control consoles
1726: The capacity of any liferaft on board a vessel can be
determined by ___________________.
A: examining the Certificate of Inspection
B: examining the plate on the outside of the raft container
C: referring to the station bill
D: referring to the shipping articles
1727: Which of the following methods is used to supply inert gas
from a flue gas system to the cargo tanks?
A: Exhaust gas pressure
B: High capacity fan
C: Inert gas compressor
D: Natural aspiration
1728: Which of the following represents the maximum percent of
oxygen, by volume, required to be achieved by a ship's
inert gas system, prior to the commencement of crude oil
tank washing?
A: 6%
B: 8%
C: 10%
D: 12%
1729: The purpose of the deck seal in an inert gas system is to
prevent ________________.
A: flammable vapors from entering machinery space
B: flue gas escaping to atmosphere
C: inert gas escaping to atmosphere
D: air entering inert gas system
1730: Each inert gas system must be designed to supply the cargo
tanks with a gas, or mixture of gasses, that has an oxygen
content by volume of ____________.
A: 5% or less
B: 10% or less
C: 15% or less
D: 20% or less
1731: Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR) permit which of the
following systems to be used for fire prevention and the
simultaneous inerting of cargo tanks on tank vessels?
A: An inert gas system
B: The deck foam system
C: The fire main system
D: A fixed water spray system
1732: The blowers of an inert gas generation system aboard a
tanker, will be automatically secured if _____________.
A: normal water supply at the water seal is lost
B: the temperature of the inert gas being delivered to the
cargo tanks is more than 150øF
C: the cooling water supply to the scrubbers is lost
D: all of the above
1797: The upper limit of sulphur dioxide permitted to be
maintained in the inert gas should not exceed ___________.
A: 0.08%
B: 0.06%
C: 0.04%
D: 0.02%
1798: The combined fan discharge rate in an inert gas system is
related to the ______.
A: shoreside loading rate
B: maximum cargo pump discharge rate
C: boiler forced draft fan rate
D: size of the largest cargo tank
1799: Each inert gas system gas main must have an automatic
shut down valve at the outlet of the gas production plant.
This valve must close automatically upon ___________.
A: cargo pump failure
B: blower failure
C: deck seal low water level
D: low inert gas temperature
1800: Which U.S. agency issues a Certificate of Financial
Responsibility?
A: Environmental Protection Agency
B: Coast Guard
C: Corps of Engineers
D: Maritime Administration
1801: Each ship having an inert gas system must have a portable
instruments to measure concentrations of hydrocarbon vapor
in inert atmospheres and also to measure ____________.
A: nitrogen
B: oxygen
C: carbon dioxide
D: water vapor
1802: The component in an inert gas system used for cleaning the
gas of solid and sulphur combustion products, while
simultaneously cooling the inert gas, is called the
_____________.
A: filter
B: cooler
C: scrubber
D: purifier
1803: On offshore drilling units when two means of escape are
provided from a space above the main deck, one means of
escape must be required for rapid escape to _______.
A: a weather deck
B: the main deck
C: the controlhouse
D: the escape capsules
1804: Your vessel displaces 869 tons and measures 136'L x33'B. You
ship a large wave on the after deck which measures 52'Lx
33'B. The weight of the water is estimated at 52.8
tons. What is the reduction in GM due to free surface before
the water drains overboard?
A: 4.83 feet
B: 5.12 feet
C: 5.46 feet
D: 5.85 feet
1805: A sloop is a sailing vessel with _______________.
A: one mast
B: two masts: with the mizzen stepped abaft the rudder post
C: two masts: with the mizzen stepped forward of the rudder
post
D: two masts: a foremast and a mainmast
1806: Your vessel displaces 562 tons and measures 121'L x 29'B.
You ship a large wave on the after deck. What is the
reduction to GM due to free surface before the water drains
overboard, if the after deck measures 46'L x 29'B and the
weight of the water is 41 tons?
A: 4.43 feet
B: 4.61 feet
C: 4.86 feet
D: 5.12 feet
1807: Which is standing rigging?
A: Halyards
B: Stays
C: Sheets
D: Downhauls
1808: Which of the listed functions is the purpose of a gas
scrubber in an inert gas generation system?
A: Cools the inert gas.
B: Maintains the oxygen content at 5% by volume.
C: Drains off static electricity in the inert gas.
D: Maintains the water seal on the gas main.
1810: Halon extinguishes a fire by ____________.
A: breaking the chain reaction
B: smothering the fire
C: cooling the fire
D: coating the fuel with a nonflammable surface
1811: What should be your FIRST action if you discover a fire
aboard ship?
A: Sound the alarm.
B: Attempt to put out the fire.
C: Confine it by closing doors, ports, vents, etc.
D: Call the Master.
1812: The sails are properly set and trimmed. As a vessel heads
up from a beam reach to close hauled the _________________.
A: apparent wind moves forward
B: heeling moment decreases
C: side slip decreases
D: speed increases
1813: On offshore drilling units all sleeping areas, mess areas,
recreational and hospital areas that are adjacent to or
immediately above a storage area or machinery space, paint
locker, washroom, or toilet space must be made __________.
A: watertight
B: weathertight
C: odorproof
D: soundproof
1814: Your vessel displaces 840 tons and measures 146'L x 38'B.
You ship a large wave on the after deck. What is the
reduction in GM due to free surface before the water drains
overboard, if the after deck measures 65'L x 38'B and the
weight of the water is 76 tons?
A: 8.76 feet
B: 8.93 feet
C: 9.04 feet
D: 9.27 feet
1815: The sails are properly set and trimmed. As a vessel heads
up from a beam reach to close hauled the _______________.
A: speed increases
B: side slip decreases
C: heeling moment decreases
D: apparent wind moves forward
1816: INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND Except where specifically required
by the rules, a sailing vessel is NOT required to keep out
of the way of a _________.
A: vessel engaged in fishing
B: vessel anchored
C: power-driven pilot vessel on station
D: vessel setting a channel buoy
1817: Offshore drilling units that carry twelve or more persons
on a voyage of more than three days must have a _________.
A: recreation room
B: radar room
C: hospital space
D: navigation space
1819: Your vessel displaces 968 tons and measures 158'L x 40'B.
You ship a large wave on the after deck. What is the
reduction to GM due to free surface before the water
drains overboard, if the after deck measures 65'L x 40'B
and the weight of the water is 80 tons?
A: 9.14 feet
B: 9.45 feet
C: 9.68 feet
D: 9.87 feet
1820: Your voyage planning indicates you will arrive at a waypoint
in longitude 49²16.3' E at 0947 ZT on 3 March 1988. How
should this date be entered into an AMVER report?
A: 030947C MAR
B: 03094703
C: 06470303Z
D: 030647Z MAR
1821: On offshore drilling units where natural ventilation is
provided, each porthole or window must be fitted
with _________.
A: screens
B: portlights
C: covers
D: curtains
1822: Which hazard probably would NOT be encountered when entering
an empty but uncleaned fish hold?
A: Lack of oxygen
B: Methane gas
C: Hydrogen sulfide gas
D: Carbon monoxide
1823: What is the MINIMUM distance a vessel subject to the
requirements of Annex V to MARPOL 73/78 must be located from
nearest land to legally discharge paper trash?
A: 5 nautical miles
B: 10 nautical miles
C: 12 nautical miles
D: 25 nautical miles
1824: Most recreational sailing craft have triangular sails and
are said to be ______________.
A: Gaff rigged
B: Spinnaker rigged
C: Marconi rigged
D: Square rigged
1825: Each drilling unit equipped with helicopter fuel storage
tanks must have the tanks installed as far as practicable
from the ______.
A: landing area and sources of vapor ignition
B: main deck
C: engine room
D: drill floor
1826: Your vessel displaces 747 tons and measures 136'L by 34'B.
You ship a large wave on the after deck. What is the
reduction to GM due to free surface before the water drains
overboard, if the after deck measures 56'L x 34'B and the
weight of the water is 58.6 tons?
A: 6.04 feet
B: 6.23 feet
C: 6.51 feet
D: 6.76 feet
1827: The helicopter deck on an offshore drilling unit is
required to be fitted with perimeter lights in alternating
colors of _______.
A: red and white
B: yellow and white
C: yellow and blue
D: yellow and red
1828: A gas-free certificate would usually be issued by a(n)
___________.
A: ABS marine surveyor
B: certified marine chemist
C: port engineer
D: Coast Guard marine inspector
1829: A sailing vessel with the wind coming from 220ø relative
would be __________.
A: close hauled on the port tack
B: close hauled on the starboard tack
C: running before the wind
D: on a broad reach
1830: Your voyage planning indicates you will arrive at a waypoint
in longitude 149²16.3' E at 0947 ZT on 3 March 1988. How
should this date be entered into an AMVER report?
A: 030947K MAR
B: 094703K
C: 022347Z
D: 234703Z
1831: A slow and easy motion of a vessel in a seaway is an
indication of a _________________.
A: small GM
B: low center of gravity
C: stiff vessel
D: large GZ
1834: The liquid mud tanks on your vessel measure 20'L by 18'B by
7'D. The vessel's displacement is 986 T and the specific
gravity of the mud is 1.6. What is the reduction in GM due
to 2 of these tanks being slack?
A: .09 foot
B: .45 foot
C: .88 foot
D: 1.35 feet
1835: On surface type offshore drilling units, each lifeboat and
life raft must be capable of being launched to the water at
the minimum operating draft when the unit has an adverse
trim up to ____________________.
A: 5ø
B: 10ø
C: 15ø
D: 20ø
1836: A ketch-rigged sailing vessel is sailing to windward
with the wind about 50ø on the port bow. All the sails are
set and drawing properly. Which statement is TRUE?
A: If you slack the mizzen sheet, the center of effort
will move aft.
B: If you slack the main sheet, the lift to drag ratio of
the mainsail will increase.
C: If you sheet in the mainsail without changing course,
the vessel will heel farther and speed up.
D: If you strike the mainsail, the center of effort of
the whole rig will move down.
1837: Each life raft, which does not have an indicated maximum
stowage height indicated on the life raft, must be ______.
A: limited to carry no more than 10 persons
B: stowed not more than 59 feet above the lightest waterline
C: stowed in quick release racks
D: inspected every six months
1838: When a sail is reefed, the sail area is _______ .
A: reduced
B: increased
C: widened
D: unchanged
1839: A sailing vessel with the wind coming from 020² relative
would be __________.
A: coming about
B: close hauled on the port tack
C: running before the wind
D: on a broad reach on the starboard tack
1840: Your voyage planning indicates you will arrive at a waypoint
in longitude 149ø16.3' W at 0947 ZT on 3 March 1988. How
should this date be entered into an AMVER report?
A: 030947W
B: 031947Z
C: 031947 88
D: 03MAR1947Z
1844: Your vessel displaces 368 tons and measures 96'L x 28'B.
You ship a large wave on the after deck. What is the
reduction to GM due to free surface before the water drains
overboard, if the after deck measures 42'L x 28'B and the
weight of the water is 36 tons?
A: 4.98 feet
B: 5.21 feet
C: 5.43 feet
D: 5.67 feet
1845: What is the minimum number of hand held, rocket propelled,
parachute, red flare, distress signals required on board
offshore drilling units?
1846: You are under sail, and the wind is steady. While steady on
course, you reef the mainsail and your speed slows. The
apparent wind _____________.
A: is unchanged
B: increases and draws aft
C: increases and draws forward
D: decreases and draws aft
1847: An offshore drilling unit must be equipped with a first aid
kit approved by the ____________________________.
A: Coast Guard
B: American Bureau of Shipping
C: Minerals Management Service
D: Mine Safety and Health Administration
1848: Your vessel displaces 477 tons and measures 116'L x 31'B.
You ship a large wave on the after deck. What is the
reduction in GM due to free surface before the water drains
overboard, if the after deck measures 54'L x 31'B and the
weight of the water is 51.5 tons?
A: 6.43 feet
B: 6.75 feet
C: 6.99 feet
D: 7.25 feet
1849: Which line would NOT be used in handling a mainsail?
A: Halyard
B: Downhaul
C: Uphaul
D: Sheet
1850: Your voyage planning indicates you will arrive at a waypoint
in longitude 49²16.3 W at 0947 ZT on 3 March 1988. How
should this date be entered into an AMVER report?
A: 031247Z
B: 030947P
C: 124733 MAR
D: 309473
1851: When using a hand held smoke signal from a lifeboat, you
should activate the signal ___________.
A: on the downwind side
B: on the upwind side
C: inside the boat
D: at the stern
1852: The liquid mud tanks on your vessel measure 32'L by 15'B by
8'D. The vessel's displacement is 640 tons and the specific
gravity of the mud is 1.8. What is the reduction in GM due
to 2 of these tanks being slack?
A: 0.74 foot
B: 1.24 feet
C: 1.41 feet
D: 1.66 feet
1853: On offshore drilling units each fire station is identified
by letters and numbers at least ______________________.
A: 2 inches high
B: 3 inches high
C: 5 inches high
D: 8 inches high
1854: How is the Master or operator of a vessel required to keep
the crew informed of the regulations concerning the
discharging of garbage overboard?
A: Give each crewmember a copy of ANNEX V of MARPOL.
B: Call an all hands meeting before sailing.
C: Keep placards prominently posted.
D: Have each person read and sign a copy of the regulations.
1855: An offshore drilling unit is required to carry on board an
operations manual approved by the _________________________.
A: Coast Guard
B: National Cargo Bureau
C: Minerals Management Service
D: builder
1856: A sailing vessel with the wind coming from 180² relative
would be ___________.
A: close hauled on the starboard tack
B: close hauled on the port tack
C: on a broad reach on a port tack
D: running before the wind
1858: A sailing vessel with the wind coming from 180² relative
would be ______________.
A: close hauled on the port tack
B: close hauled on the starboard tack
C: running before the wind
D: on a broad reach
1859: The parts of the sail shown are correctly labeled EXCEPT the
___________________.
A: head
B: leach
C: luff
D: tack
1860: You are underway at sea when a fire is reported in the
forward part of the vessel. The wind is from dead ahead at
20 knots. You should _______________________.
A: remain on course and hold speed
B: change course to put the wind on either beam and increase
speed
C: change course and put the stern to the wind
D: remain on course but decrease speed
1861: On offshore drilling units, emergency lighting and each
emergency power system must be tested at least once a
________.
A: day
B: week
C: month
D: year
1862: All electrical appliances aboard a vessel should be grounded
to _____.
A: prevent them from falling when the vessel rolls
B: protect personnel from electrical shock
C: increase their operating efficiency
D: prevent unauthorized personnel from operating them
1863: On offshore drilling units, each storage battery for
emergency lighting and power systems must be tested every
six months under actual connected load for a period of at
least __________________.
A: 1 hour
B: 2 hours
C: 3 hours
D: 4 hours
1864: The liquid mud tanks on your vessel measure 40'L by 20'B by
8'D. The vessel's displacement is 996 T and the specific
gravity of the mud is 1.7. What is the reduction in GM due
to 2 of these tanks being slack?
A: 0.95 foot
B: 1.26 feet
C: 2.10 feet
D: 2.54 feet
1865: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is partially loaded with a GM of 2.6
feet and drafts of: FWD 13'-07", AFT 15'-01". Use the
white pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to
determine what tanks you should ballast to increase the GM
to 3.4 feet.
A: Tanks: DB1, DB3
B: Tanks: DB5, DT1A
C: Tanks: DB6, DB7, DT7
D: Tanks: DB4, DT8
1866: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 5.0 ft
B: Available GM 5.4 ft
C: Available GM 6.1 ft
D: Available GM 6.8 ft
1867: Under the Pollution Regulations, when you dump garbage
in to the sea you must __________.
A: notify the U.S. Coast Guard
B: make an entry in the Official Logbook
C: keep a record for two years
D: No action is required if you are more than 25 miles
fromland and no plastic materials are dumped.
1868: The liquid mud tanks on your vessel measure 22'L by 16'B by
7'D. The vessel's displacement is 568 T and the specific
gravity of the mud is 1.6. What is the reduction in GM due
to 2 of these tanks being slack?
A: 0.56 foot
B: 0.96 foot
C: 1.18 feet
D: 1.43 feet
1869: The three corners of the main sail are called __________.
A: head, fore, and aft
B: luff, leech, and spar
C: headboard, foot, and tail
D: head, tack, and clew
1870: When should a fire be ventilated?
A: When attacking the fire directly
B: When using a steam smothering system
C: When using the fixed CO2 system
D: All of the above
1871: If the cause of a sudden severe list is negative initial
stability, counterflooding into empty tanks may _____.
A: increase the righting moment
B: cause an increase in the righting arm
C: bring the vessel to an upright equilibrium position
D: cause the vessel to flop to a greater angle
1872: Your vessel displaces 641 tons. The existing deck cargo
has a center of gravity of 3.6 feet above the deck and
weighs 36 tons. If you load 22 tons of ground tackle with
an estimated center of gravity of 2.0 feet above the deck,
what is the final height of the CG of the deck cargo?
A: 2.33 feet
B: 2.55 feet
C: 2.77 feet
D: 2.99 feet
1873: Offshore drilling units that are equipped with electric
powered lifeboat winches, require inspections of the
control apparatus, including motor controllers, and
switches, at least once every ______.
A: 3 months
B: 6 months
C: 12 months
D: 24 months
1874: Automatic fire dampers in ventilation systems are operated
by use of a ____________.
A: remote operated valve
B: C02 system pressure switch
C: fusible link
D: heat or smoke detector
1875: After abandoning ship which action should be taken
IMMEDIATELY upon entering a liferaft?
A: Open equipment pack.
B: Issue anti-seasickness medicine.
C: Cut painter and clear the ship.
D: Dry the liferaft floor and inflate.
1876: A sailing vessel with the wind coming from 140² relative
would be ___________.
A: close hauled on the starboard tack
B: close hauled on the port tack
C: on a broad reach
D: running before the wind
1878: The liquid mud tanks on your vessel measure 20'L by 18'B by
7'D. The vessel's displacement is 866 T and the specific
gravity of the mud is 1.8. What is the reduction in GM due
to 2 of these tanks being slack?
A: 0.24 foot
B: 0.56 foot
C: 0.95 foot
D: 1.12 feet
1879: Your vessel measures 127 feet long by 17 feet in beam. If
the natural rolling period at a draft of 7'-10" is 5
seconds, what is the GM?
A: 1.96 feet
B: 2.24 feet
C: 2.45 feet
D: 2.68 feet
1880: The primary reason for placing covers over storage batteries
is to __________.
A: prevent the accumulation of explosive gases
B: protect the hull from leaking electrolyte
C: prevent movement of the battery in rough waters
D: protect against accidental shorting across terminals
1882: A sailing vessel with the wind coming from 260ø relative
would be ____________.
A: on a close reach
B: on a broad reach
C: on a starboard tack
D: running before the wind
1883: On offshore drilling units, the station bill must be posted
in conspicuous locations and signed by the __________.
A: company man
B: driller
C: owner
D: Master or person in charge
1884: INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND Unless the rules require otherwise,
a sailing vessel must keep out of the way of ______.
A: an overtaking vessel
B: a pilot vessel on station
C: another sailing vessel on a crossing course
D: a vessel trawling
1885: In the case of an injury causing a person to be
incapacitated, the Master or person in charge of a mobile
offshore drilling unit must submit a report to the ________.
A: nearest Marine Safety or Marine Inspection Office
B: nearest hospital
C: Department of Energy
D: American Bureau of Shipping
1886: The liquid mud tanks on your vessel measure 30'L by 15'B by
6'D. The vessel's displacement is 968 T and the specific
gravity of the mud is 1.8. What is the reduction in GM due
to 2 of these tanks being slack?
A: .19 foot
B: .42 foot
C: .64 foot
D: .87 foot
1887: When amendments are made to the Shipboard Oil Pollution
Emergency Plan, the revisions must be submitted to the Coast
Guard __________.
A: one month before the anniversary date of the plan
B: six months before the end of the approval period
C: and cannot be implemented without approval
D: and can be implemented without immediate approval as long
asfinal approval is received within six months of submission
1888: The liquid mud tanks on your vessel measure 18'L by 10'B by
6'D. The vessel's displacement is 944 T and the specific
gravity of the mud is 1.9. What is the reduction in GM due
to 2 of the tanks being slack?
A: .08 foot
B: .16 foot
C: .45 foot
D: .90 foot
1890: Spaces containing batteries require good ventilation
because ______.
A: ventilation avoids CO2 build up
B: ventilation supplies extra oxygen for charging the battery
C: ventilation avoids flammable gas accumulation
D: less electrolyte is required to maintain the batteries'
charge
1894: The liquid mud tanks on your vessel measure 24'L by 16'B by
8'D. The vessel's displacement in salt water (specific
gravity 1.025) is 864 T and the specific gravity of the mud
is 1.47. What is the reduction in GM due to 2 of these
tanks being slack?
A: 0.32 foot
B: 0.78 foot
C: 0.96 foot
D: 1.12 feet
1896: The edge of the sail labeled "A" is called the ________.
A: leech
B: clew
C: luff
D: headboard
1897: Which is a part of a vessel's standing rigging?
A: Sheet
B: Backstay
C: Topping lift
D: Downhaul
1898: Your vessel displaces 585 tons and measures 128'L by 26'B.
What is the reduction in GM due to free surface if the fish
hold (30'L by 18'B by 9'D) is filled with 2.8 feet of water?
(Each foot of water weighs 15.4 tons)
A: 0.66 foot
B: 1.12 feet
C: 1.37 feet
D: 1.58 feet
1899: Your vessel displaces 684 tons and measures 132'L by 31'B.
What is the reduction in GM due to free surface if the fish
hold (32'L by 29'B by 9'D) is filled with 2 feet of water?
(Each foot of water weighs 26.5 tons)
A: 2.17 feet
B: 2.32 feet
C: 2.52 feet
D: 3.01 feet
1900: The accumulation of dangerous fumes generated by the storage
batteries is best prevented by _____________.
A: covering the batteries in a nonconducting, solid enclosure
B: mounting the batteries in a position as high as possible
C: natural or mechanical ventilation
D: securing the batteries to vibration reducing mounting
brackets
1903: You are approaching another vessel and see that she has the
signal flag "W" hoisted. What should you do?
A: Proceed on present course and speed since the vessel is
stopped and making no way through the water.
B: Attempt to call the vessel on VHF radiotelephone because
she is disabled.
C: Attempt to call the vessel on VHF radiotelephone because
someone on board requires medical assistance.
D: Proceed on present course and speed since the vessel is
declaring that she is "healthy" and requests free pratique.
1904: A sailing vessel with the wind coming over the port side is
said to be on a _____________.
A: port jibe
B: starboard jibe
C: port tack
D: starboard tack
1905: What fitting on the mast works in conjunction with the
shrouds to control side bend of the mast?
A: Chainplate
B: Hound
C: Crowfoot
D: Spreader
1906: Your vessel displaces 930 tons and measures 156'L by 38'B.
What is the reduction in GM due to free surface if the fish
hold (46'L by 28'B by 8'D) is filled with 1.5 feet of water?
(Each foot of water weighs 36.8 tons)
A: 2.16 feet
B: 2.44 feet
C: 2.75 feet
D: 2.99 feet
1907: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine to
indicate an emergency condition within the submarine is
___________.
A: yellow
B: red
C: green
D: white
1908: Your vessel displaces 750 tons and measures 151'L by 35'B.
What is the reduction in GM due to free surface if the fish
hold (60'L by 31'B by 10'D) is filled with 3.5 feet of
water? (Each foot of water weighs 53.1 tons)
A: 4.14 feet
B: 4.38 feet
C: 4.55 feet
D: 4.94 feet
1909: On a passenger vessel, the vessel's name must appear on
______.
A: ring life buoy
B: lifeboats
C: lifeboat oars
D: All of the above
1910: Which visual distress signal is acceptable for daylight use
only?
A: Hand-held red flare
B: Self-contained rocket-propelled parachute red flare
C: Hand-held orange smoke distress flare
D: Red aerial pyrotechnic flare
1911: A ketch is a sailing vessel with _________________.
A: one mast
B: two masts: with the mizzen stepped abaft the rudder post
C: two masts: with the mizzen stepped forward of the rudder
post
D: two masts: a foremast and a mainmast
1912: Your vessel displaces 640 tons. The existing deck cargo
has center of gravity of 2.3 feet above the deck and weighs
18 tons. If you load 12 tons of ground tackle with an
estimated center of gravity of 21 inches above the deck,
what is the final height of the CG of the deck cargo?
A: 1.75 feet
B: 1.94 feet
C: 2.08 feet
D: 2.26 feet
1913: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
08'-04", AFT 15'-08". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1.77 feet
B: 1.91 feet
C: 2.09 feet
D: 2.21 feet
1914: Your vessel displaces 728 tons and measures 138'L by 31'B.
What is the reduction in GM due to free surface if the fish
hold (36'L by 29'B by 9'D) is filled with 3.6 feet of water?
(Each foot of water weighs 29.8 tons)
A: 2.35 feet
B: 2.50 feet
C: 2.72 feet
D: 2.96 feet
1915: The sails are properly set and trimmed. As a vessel heads
up from a beam reach to close hauled the _______________.
A: apparent wind moves aft
B: heeling moment increases
C: side slip decreases
D: mainsheet must be eased
1916: What is part of a vessel's standing rigging?
A: Sheet
B: Backstay
C: Topping lift
D: Downhaul
1919: A sailing vessel with the wind coming from 050² relative
would be ___.
A: close hauled on the starboard tack
B: reaching on a starboard tack
C: on a broad reach on a port tack
D: running before the wind
1920: Which statement is TRUE concerning life preservers?
A: Buoyant vests may be substituted for life preservers.
B: Kapok life preservers must have plastic-covered pad inserts.
C: Life preservers must always be worn with the same side
facing outwards.
D: Life preservers are not designed to turn a person's face
clear of the water when unconscious.
1921: Certificates of Inspection for offshore drilling units are
issued for a period of __________________.
A: 12 months
B: 24 months
C: 36 months
D: 48 months
1922: BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND A sailing vessel shall not
impede the safe passage of a _____________.
A: power-driven vessel following a traffic lane
B: pilot vessel enroute to a pilot station
C: law enforcement vessel
D: All of the above
1923: Except as provided by approved special examinations, each
offshore drilling unit must be dry-docked at least once
during every ____.
A: 12 month period
B: 18 month period
C: 24 month period
D: 36 month period
1924: Your vessel displaces 645 tons and measures 132'L by 34'B.
What is the reduction in GM due to free surface if the fish
hold (30'L by 26'B by 8'D) is filled with 3.0 feet of water?
(Each foot of water weighs 22.3 tons)
A: 1.76 feet
B: 1.94 feet
C: 2.10 feet
D: 2.44 feet
1925: A construction portfolio prepared for each new offshore
drilling unit must be approved by the ______________.
A: American Bureau of Shipping
B: National Cargo Bureau
C: U.S. Coast Guard
D: Minerals Management Service
1926: A "reaching" course is one in which the wind __________.
A: comes directly over the bow
B: comes directly over the stern
C: comes over an area extending from broad on the bow to the
quarter
D: has no effect on the vessel
1927: On offshore drilling units, the minimum number of inclined
ladders which must be fitted between each weather deck is
______.
1928: Your vessel displaces 740 tons and measures 141'L by 34'B.
What is the reduction in GM due to free surface if the fish
hold (41'L by 30'B by 9'D) is filled with 2.5 feet of water?
(Each foot of water weighs 35.1 tons)
A: 2.14 feet
B: 2.75 feet
C: 2.96 feet
D: 3.18 feet
1930: You must ensure that lifesaving equipment is ________.
A: locked up
B: readily accessible for use
C: inaccessible to passengers
D: on the topmost deck of the vessel at all times
1931: The SS NORTHLAND is loaded to drafts: FWD 17'-03", AFT
19'-03". The KG is 23.6 feet. Use the salmon pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the angle of list
if #6 starboard tank is fully loaded with 1624 tons of salt
water ballast (VCG is 36.5 feet off the centerline).
A: 3.0²
B: 4.4²
C: 6.0²
D: 7.5²
1932: Which statement about sailing close-hauled is TRUE?
A: If you ease the sheets, you can sail faster and closer to
the wind.
B: If you ease the sheets, you can sail faster on the same
course.
C: If you steer closer to the wind, you will slow down.
D: If you sheet your sails closer to the centerline, you must
bear away from the wind.
1933: The Departure Report, required by vessels participating in
AMVER, must be sent _____________.
A: within 12 hours of departure
B: within 24 hours of departure
C: as soon as practicable on leaving port
D: prior to departure
1935: Temporary Certificates of Inspection for offshore drilling
units are effective until the _______________.
A: Operations Manual is approved
B: Minerals Management Service approval is issued
C: classification society approval is issued
D: permanent Certificate of Inspection is issued
1936: Your vessel displaces 696 tons and measures 135'L by 34'B.
What is the reduction in GM due to free surface if the fish
hold (32'L by 29'B by 9'D) is filled with 2.0 feet of water?
(Each foot of water weighs 26.5 tons)
A: 1.96 feet
B: 2.04 feet
C: 2.25 feet
D: 2.48 feet
1937: On offshore drilling units, a fire drill must be conducted
at least once a ______________.
A: week
B: month
C: quarter
D: year
1938: A wobbling tail shaft is an indication of _____________.
A: shallow water
B: an engine that is misfiring
C: a tight tail shaft gland
D: worn stern bearing or misalignment
1939: You have 520 tons of below deck tonnage. There is no
liquid mud. If you have 160 tons of cargo above deck with
a VCG above the deck of 3.2, what is the maximum allowed
VCG of the remainder of the deck cargo that is permitted?
A: 1.43 feet
B: 2.79 feet
C: 3.10 feet
D: 3.64 feet
1940: Life preservers should be stowed in ____________.
A: the forepeak
B: messrooms
C: convenient protected topside locations
D: locked watertight containers
1941: On offshore drilling units, a boat drill must be conducted
at least once a _______________.
A: week
B: month
C: quarter
D: year
1944: You have 640 tons of below deck tonnage. There is no liquid
mud aboard. If you have 160 tons of cargo above deck with a
VCG above the deck of 3.4 feet, what is the maximum allowed
VCG of the remainder of the deck cargo that is permitted?
(see illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson)
A: 1.24 feet
B: 1.65 feet
C: 1.98 feet
D: 2.46 feet
1946: You have 8 containers of steward's supplies each measuring
6'L by 6'B by 6'H and weighing 1.5 tons each. Each
container is stowed on deck. What is the maximum VCG
permitted of the remaining cargo if you are carrying rig
water and load to maximum capacity? (Refer to trim and
stability letter for M.V. Surveyor.)
A: 1.00 foot
B: 1.33 feet
C: 1.48 feet
D: 2.00 feet
1947: INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND Your 18-meter vessel is under sail
at night displaying sidelights, sternlight, and a red light
over a green light at the masthead. If you start the
auxiliary engine and engage the propeller, you must_______.
A: turn your stern light off
B: show two green lights instead of a red and green at the
masthead
C: display a white light in sufficient time to prevent
collision
D: turn off the red over green, turn on the white masthead
light
1948: You have 600 tons of below deck tonnage. There is no liquid
mud aboard. If you have 150 tons of cargo above deck with a
VCG above the deck of 2.8 feet, what is the maximum allowed
VCG of the remainder of the deck cargo that is permitted?
(See illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson)
A: 1.96 feet
B: 2.25 feet
C: 3.20 feet
D: 3.55 feet
1950: The lifesaving equipment on all vessels shall be ________.
A: inspected weekly
B: stowed in locked compartments
C: readily accessible
D: tested yearly
1951: If you must jump from a vessel, the correct posture includes
____________.
A: holding down the life preserver against the chest with one
arm crossing the other, covering the mouth and nose with a
hand, and feet together
B: knees bent and held close to the body with both arms around
legs
C: body straight and arms held tightly at the sides for feet
first entry into the water
D: both hands holding the life preserver below the chin with
knees bent and legs crossed
1952: Your vessel displaces 497 tons. The existing deck cargo
has a center of gravity of 2.5 feet above the deck and
weighs 24 tons. If you load 18 tons of ground tackle with
an estimated center of gravity of 18 inches above the deck,
what is the final height of the CG of the deck cargo?
A: 1.86 feet
B: 2.07 feet
C: 2.35 feet
D: 2.76 feet
1953: Which fitting is used to connect the boom to the mast?
A: Clevis pin
B: Gunter-lug
C: Gooseneck
D: Transom
1955: How often must the emergency generator be tested on a
mobile offshore drilling unit?
A: Once each day
B: Once each week
C: Once each month
D: Once each year
1956: You have 400 tons of below deck tonnage. There is no
liquid mud aboard. If you have 225 tons of cargo above
deck with a VCG above the deck of 3.4 feet, what is the
maximum allowed VCG of the remainder of the deck cargo that
is permitted?
A: 1.96 feet
B: 2.28 feet
C: 2.65 feet
D: 2.93 feet
1957: The first AMVER position report must be sent within how many
hours of departure?
1958: You have 710 tons of below deck tonnage. There is no liquid
mud aboard. If you have 150 tons of cargo above deck with a
VCG above the deck of 3.1 feet, what is the maximum allowed
VCG of the remainder of the deck cargo that is permitted?
(See illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson)
A: 1.84 feet
B: 2.13 feet
C: 2.43 feet
D: 2.78 feet
1959: You have approximately 34 tons of fish on deck. What will
be the shift in the center of gravity after you shift the
fish to the fish hold, a vertical distance of 7.5 feet?
(total displacement is 638 tons)
A: 0.1 foot
B: 0.2 foot
C: 0.3 foot
D: 0.4 foot
1960: What characteristic is an advantage of the self-contained
demand-type breathing apparatus as compared to the canister-
type breathing apparatus?
A: Longer wearing time
B: Weighs less
C: Less awkward and bulky to wear
D: Speed of donning
1962: You have 200 tons of below deck tonnage. There is no
liquid mud aboard. If you have 140 tons of cargo above
deck with a VCG above the deck of 4.2 feet, what is the
maximum allowed VCG of the remainder of the deck cargo that
is permitted?
A: 0.56 foot
B: 0.87 foot
C: 1.04 feet
D: 2.44 feet
1964: When crossing a bar in rough weather, you should enter on
a(n) ________.
A: tidal bore
B: ebbing current
C: flood current
D: All of the above
1966: A sailing vessel with the wind coming from 090² relative
would be ___________.
A: close hauled on the starboard tack
B: reaching on the starboard tack
C: on a broad reach on the starboard tack
D: close hauled on the port tack
1969: A sailing vessel with the wind coming from 290² relative
would be _________.
A: on a close reach on a port tack
B: close hauled on a starboard tack
C: on a broad reach on a port tack
D: on a beam reach on a starboard tack
1970: What product is considered a noxious liquid substance for
regulatory purposes?
A: Octanol
B: Acetonitrile
C: Hog grease
D: Carbon black hose
1972: Which statement about sailing close-hauled is TRUE?
A: If you ease the sheets and change heading, you can sail
faster but not so close to the wind.
B: If you ease the sheets you will be in irons.
C: If you sheet your sails closer to the centerline, you can
sail closer to the wind and decrease leeway.
D: If you sheet your sails closer to the centerline, you will
luff.
1974: When experiencing heavy winds, you should reef sails to
_____________.
A: bring the sails parallel to the wind
B: reduce sail area exposed to the wind
C: allow the sails to catch more wind
D: remove all tension on the main and jib sheets
1975: On a commercial fishing vessel, a wearable personal
flotation device must be marked with the name of the ______.
A: vessel
B: assigned individual
C: owner of the device
D: Any of the above
1976: A capsized small sail vessel is best righted when what part
of the vessel is downwind?
A: Stern
B: Bow
C: Centerboard
D: Mast
1977: A stay is _____________.
A: standing rigging
B: a downhaul
C: a halyard
D: a jib
1978: How should you try to right a capsized small sailing vessel?
A: Position all personnel at the stern and rock the vessel
upright.
B: Position all personnel around the mast and lift the vessel
upright.
C: Lock the centerboard in the down position, stand on the
centerboard, and pull on a shroud or a halyard.
D: Put the centerboard in the up position and have all
personnel haul in on the line attached to the mast.
1979: A documented oceangoing fishing vessel is required to have
emergency instructions posted if it _________________.
A: exceeds 49 feet in length
B: is over 25 gross tons
C: carries more than 16 persons
D: has sleeping accommodations
1980: What product is considered a noxious liquid substance for
regulatory purposes?
A: Dodecyl methacrylate
B: Asphalt
C: Camphor oil
D: Latex
1981: On a mobile offshore drilling unit it is required to
_________________.
A: inspect the lifesaving gear provided in any helicopter
landing on the rig
B: check the Certificate of Inspection of any support vessel
bringing hazardous materials to the rig
C: insure that engineering spaces are in a clean and sanitary
condition
D: record the length of each abandonment drill in the rig's log
book
1983: What is required in addition to the heat, fuel, and oxygen
of the fire triangle to have a fire?
A: Electricity
B: Chain reaction
C: Pressure
D: Smoke
1984: You have 550 tons of below deck tonnage including liquid
mud. Your existing deck cargo is 120 tons with a VCG above
the deck of 2.6 feet. What is the maximum additional deck
cargo tonnage you are permitted to load? (See illustration
D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson)
A: 20 tons
B: 60 tons
C: 120 tons
D: 240 tons
1985: Each emergency generator on a mobile offshore drilling
unit, when tested, must be run under a full load for at
least ______________.
A: one hour
B: two hours
C: ten hours
D: four hours
1986: Which statement is TRUE?
A: You need not keep a record of ground garbage dumped into
the sea more than 25 miles offshore.
B: You must keep a record of garbage discharged in port to
a shore facility.
C: You need not keep a record of garbage incinerated on
the ship.
D: You must keep a record of the approximate weight of
the garbage dumped.
1987: When a fire drill is conducted on a mobile offshore
drilling unit, the designated person in charge must ensure
that ____________.
A: all personnel report to their stations
B: each hose is brought to full pressure at the nozzle
C: at least three portable extinguishers are activated
D: All of the above
1988: You have 590 tons of below deck tonnage. There is no liquid
mud aboard. If you have 84 tons of cargo above deck with a
VCG above the deck of 2.7 feet, what is the maximum allowed
VCG of the remainder of the deck cargo that is permitted?
(See illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson)
A: 2.54 feet
B: 2.85 feet
C: 3.11 feet
D: 3.55 feet
1989: What is the proper method to fix running rigging to a cleat?
A: Half-hitches then a round turn
B: One round turn
C: A series of half-hitches
D: A round turn, figure eights, and a half-hitch
1990: What product is considered a noxious liquid substance for
regulatory purposes?
A: Acetonitrile
B: Molten sulfur
C: Dodecanol
D: Soybean oil
1991: It is the responsibility of the person in charge to
_______________.
A: revise the operating manual when rig personnel change
B: be fully aware of the provisions in the operating manual
C: maintain the rig's construction portfolio
D: All of the above
1992: A deep keel on a sailing vessel increases the_____________.
A: resistance to lateral movement
B: length-depth ratio resulting in a faster hull design
C: height of the center of gravity above the hull resulting in
a more stable vessel
D: mast height to compensate for increased lateral resistance
1993: The person in charge of a mobile offshore drilling unit
must insure that _________________________.
A: the station bill is approved by the Coast Guard
B: the date of each fire extinguisher test is recorded
C: all personnel are trained to launch the survival craft
D: a fire drill is held at least once each day
1995: Who is responsible for insuring that each survival craft on
a mobile offshore drilling unit is cleaned and inspected
once a year?
A: The certificated lifeboatman assigned to that craft
B: The certificated able seaman assigned to that craft
C: The Coast Guard inspecting officer
D: The designated person in charge of the rig
1996: You have 240 tons of below deck tonnage. There is no liquid
mud aboard. If you have 360 tons of cargo above deck with a
VCG above the deck of 2.9 feet, what is the maximum allowed
VCG of the remainder of the deck cargo that is permitted?
(See illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson)
A: 1.35 feet
B: 1.86 feet
C: 2.56 feet
D: 3.60 feet
1997: Vessels to which Annex V to MARPOL 73/78 applies may
discharge garbage containing plastics _____________.
A: 5 nautical miles from nearest land
B: 12 nautical miles from nearest land
C: 25 nautical miles from nearest land
D: None of the above
2000: What product is considered a noxious liquid substance for
regulatory purposes?
A: Amylene
B: Nonane
C: Methyl ethyl ketone
D: Sulfur (molten)
2001: The person in charge of a mobile offshore drilling unit
must insure that ______________.
A: each bilge pump is operated at least once a week
B: all personnel are provided with work vests
C: whistles and general alarm bells are tested once each day
D: the date and hour of each fire drill is recorded in the log
2002: You have 420 tons of below deck tonnage and 150 tons of
above deck cargo on board. You must load 135 tons of
liquid mud below deck. How much more deck cargo can you
load? (See the trim and stability letter for M.V. Hudson,
illustration D036DG.)
A: 90 tons
B: 140 tons
C: 155 tons
D: 240 tons
2003: Who is responsible for maintaining the logbook on a mobile
offshore drilling unit?
A: The person in charge
B: The safety man
C: The rig superintendent
D: The driller
2004: You have 420 tons of below deck tonnage and 180 tons of
above deck cargo on board. You must load 140 tons of
liquid mud below deck. How much more deck cargo can you
load? (See illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V.
Hudson.)
A: 60 tons
B: 100 tons
C: 180 tons
D: 240 tons
2005: If there is unsafe machinery on a mobile offshore drilling
unit, who is responsible for reporting the existence of the
unsafe condition to the Coast Guard?
A: The chief mechanic
B: The port engineer
C: The rig superintendent
D: The designated person in charge
2006: You have 400 tons of below deck tonnage and 100 tons of
above deck cargo on board. You must load 160 tons of liquid
mud below deck. How much more deck cargo can you load?
(See illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson.)
A: 85 tons
B: 135 tons
C: 195 tons
D: 245 tons
2007: The bottom of the mast rests on the ______________.
A: foot plate
B: sole plate
C: hounds
D: mast step
2008: Your vessel measures 119 feet long by 17 feet in beam. If
the natural rolling period at a draft of 5'-05" is 6
seconds, what is the GM?
A: 1.14 feet
B: 1.36 feet
C: 1.55 feet
D: 1.96 feet
2009: Your vessel measures 114 feet long by 16 feet in beam. If
the natural rolling period at a draft of 5'-06" is 6
seconds, what is the GM?
A: 1.38 feet
B: 1.53 feet
C: 1.76 feet
D: 1.98 feet
2010: Your vessel measures 128 feet long by 21 feet in beam.
If the natural rolling period at a draft of 7'-06" is 6
seconds, what is the GM?
A: 1.56 feet
B: 2.37 feet
C: 2.55 feet
D: 2.74 feet
2013: What is the minimum number of lifeboats which MUST be
carried on a mobile offshore drilling unit that is allowed
to carry more than 30 persons?
2014: Your vessel measures 131 feet long by 20 feet in beam. If
the natural rolling period at a draft of 8'-03" is 6
seconds, what is the GM?
A: 1.26 feet
B: 1.74 feet
C: 1.93 feet
D: 2.15 feet
2015: A shroud is _____________.
A: a light sail
B: a topmast stay
C: a sheet
D: standing rigging
2016: Your vessel measures 125 feet long by 17 feet in beam.
If the natural rolling period at a draft of 7'-09" is 6
seconds, what is the GM?
A: 0.95 foot
B: 1.25 feet
C: 1.55 feet
D: 1.78 feet
2017: A shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan is required of ___.
A: all vessels, regardless of size and commercial application
B: any barge or ship constructed or operated in such a
manner that no oil in any form can be carried aboard
C: an oil tanker of 150 gross tons and above, or other ship
of 400 gross tons and above
D: an oil tanker of 400 gross tons and above, or other ships
of 150 gross tons and above
2019: You have 38 containers of ships stores each measuring
6'L by 6'B by 5'H and weighing 0.6 ton each. Each container
is stowed on deck. What is the maximum VCG permitted of the
remaining cargo if you are carrying rig water and load to
maximum capacity? (See illustration D037DG, stability
letter for M.V. Surveyor)
A: 0.54 foot (0.16 meter)
B: 1.06 feet (0.32 meter)
C: 1.35 feet (0.41 meter)
D: 1.64 feet (0.50 meter)
2020: Free communication will adversely affect transverse
stability only when the flooded space is ___________.
A: offcenter
B: on the centerline
C: completely flooded
D: open to the sea above and below the waterline
2021: The sails are properly set and trimmed. As a vessel heads
up from a beam reach to close hauled the _______________.
A: true wind velocity increases
B: heeling moment decreases
C: side slip increases
D: jib sheet must be eased
2022: Your drafts are: FWD 6'-02", AFT 6'-06". From past
experience, you know that the vessel will increase her
draft 1 inch for every 5 tons loaded. There is rig
water on board and 15 tons of deck cargo. How many
more tons of cargo can legally be loaded and still maintain
the same trim?
A: none
B: 5 tons
C: 10 tons
D: 20 tons
2023: If you were to jibe in a strong wind, the part of
the rigging most likely to fail would be the ______________.
A: forestay
B: backstay
C: jumper stay
D: halyard
2025: BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND You are under sail with the
auxiliary engine running and the propeller engaged on a 15
meter sail vessel. Which statement is TRUE?
A: This condition is indicated by a conical shape, apex
downwards.
B: You should maintain course and speed when approaching a
power-driven vessel.
C: You must display two green lights in a vertical line at or
near the masthead.
D: You are considered a sailing vessel as long as sail
propulsion affects the vessel's maneuverability.
2026: Which statement is TRUE concerning the gooseneck?
A: It is a sailing maneuver which brings the vessel's head
through the wind.
B: It connects the boom to the mast and allows the boom to
swing freely.
C: It is a sailing condition where there is a loss of air flow
over the sails.
D: None of the above
2028: Your drafts are: FWD 6'-01", AFT 6'-10". From past
experience, you know that the vessel will increase her
draft 1 inch for every 6 tons loaded. There is rig water
on board and 11 tons of deck cargo. How many more tons of
cargo can be loaded and still maintain the same trim?
A: 6 tons
B: 12 tons
C: 18 tons
D: 24 tons
2029: A yawl is a sailing vessel with _____________.
A: a single mast
B: two masts: with the mizzen stepped abaft the rudder post
C: two masts: with the mizzen stepped forward of the rudder
post
D: two masts: a foremast and a mainmast
2030: You have 60 tons of below deck tonnage and 220 tons of above
deck cargo on board. You must load 240 tons of liquid mud
below deck. How much more deck cargo can you load? (See
illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson.)
A: 65 tons
B: 85 tons
C: 110 tons
D: 125 tons
2031: Which condition is NOT necessary for a combustible liquid to
burn?
A: The temperature of the substance must be equal to or above
its fire point.
B: The air must contain oxygen in sufficient quantity.
C: The mixture of vapors with air must be within the
"explosive range".
D: All of the above are necessary for a combustible liquid to
burn.
2032: What is the primary hazard, other than fire damage,
associated with a class C fire?
A: Possibility of reflash
B: Electrocution or shock
C: Explosion
D: Flashover
2034: You have 12 containers of rig supplies each measuring
10'L by 4'B by 5'H and weighing 2.0 tons each. Each
container is stowed on deck. What is the maximum VCG
permitted of the remaining cargo if you are carrying rig
water and load to maximum capacity?
A: 0.5 foot
B: 0.9 foot
C: 1.1 feet
D: 1.6 feet
2039: You have approximately 14 tons of fish on deck. What will
be the shift in the center of gravity after you shift the
fish to the fish hold, a vertical distance of 6 feet?
(total displacement is 210 tons)
A: 0.2 foot
B: 0.3 foot
C: 0.4 foot
D: 0.5 foot
2040: You have 360 tons of below deck tonnage and 145 tons of
above deck cargo on board. You must load 220 tons of
liquid mud below deck. How much more deck cargo can you
load? (See illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V.
Hudson.)
A: 22 tons
B: 48 tons
C: 94 tons
D: 239 tons
2041: You are keeping the required garbage disposal records. The
amount of garbage disposed must be stated in __________.
A: barrels of 55 gallon capacity
B: both kilos and pounds
C: both cubic meters and cubic feet
D: cubic meters
2042: Which line would be used to hoist a sail?
A: Forestay
B: Halyard
C: Mainsheet
D: Foreguy
2044: INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND You are under sail making 5 knots.
The apparent wind is broad on the port beam at 10 knots.
You see another sailing vessel dead ahead on a meeting
course. What action is correct?
A: Both vessels must maneuver to avoid collision.
B: You must keep out of the way of the other vessel.
C: Only the other vessel must maneuver to avoid collision.
D: You are only required to maneuver if collision cannot be
avoided by maneuver of the other vessel.
2046: Your drafts are: FWD 5'-11", AFT 6'-11". From past
experience, you know that the vessel will increase her
draft 1 inch for every 7 tons loaded. There is rig
water on board and 16 tons of deck cargo. How many
more tons of cargo can be loaded and still maintain
the same trim?
A: 8 tons
B: 12 tons
C: 10 tons
D: 14 tons
2047: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 280 tons
B: 395 tons
C: 750 tons
D: 990 tons
2048: Your drafts are: FWD 6'-02", AFT 6'-08". From past
experience, you know that the vessel will increase
her draft 1 inch for every 6 tons loaded. There is
rig water on board and 23 tons of deck cargo. How
many more tons of cargo can be loaded and still maintain
the same trim?
A: 6 tons
B: 12 tons
C: 18 tons
D: 24 tons
2049: The bottom of the mast rests on a part of the keel called
the mast __________.
A: foot
B: heel
C: step
D: sole
2050: You have 160 tons of below deck tonnage and 300 tons of
above deck cargo on board. You must load 110 tons of
liquid mud below deck. How much more deck cargo can you
load? (See illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V.
Hudson.)
A: 55 tons
B: 99 tons
C: 140 tons
D: 360 tons
2051: You are standing a radio watch aboard the rig. A crew boat
calls you on VHF channel 16. When you reply with your
vessel name and call letters, you should request the crew
boat to switch to an intership channel such as
channel _________.
2052: Which radio call-in plan is the most prudent?
A: The designated responsible person must be instructed to call
the Coast Guard search and rescue authorities immediately if
your call does not come in on schedule.
B: There must be a designated responsible person available at
all times to receive your call.
C: There must be a designated responsible person who knows they
are expecting your call at a certain time.
D: Two responsible persons should be designated so that one can
relieve the other as necessary.
2053: What is the international calling and distress channel
found on all VHF-FM equipped drilling rigs?
A: Channel 1
B: Channel 10
C: Channel 16
D: Channel 68
2054: Your vessel measures 126 feet (38 meters) long by 21 feet
(6 meters) in beam. If the natural rolling period at a
draft of 8 feet (2 meters) is 6 seconds, what is the GM?
A: 2.4 feet (0.70 meters)
B: 2.8 feet (0.85 meters)
C: 3.0 feet (0.90 meters)
D: 3.2 feet (0.98 meters)
2055: What agency issues the Ship Station license for the VHF
marine radio on a mobile offshore drilling unit?
A: U.S. Coast Guard
B: Department of Transportation
C: Federal Broadcast Authority
D: Federal Communications Commission
2057: You cannot operate a VHF or SSB radiotelephone aboard a rig
unless that station is licensed by the __________.
A: Federal Communications Commission
B: U.S. Coast Guard
C: Minerals Management Service
D: Department of Energy
2059: What standing rigging supports the mast in the fore-and-aft
and athwartships directions?
A: Sheets and guys
B: Guys and vangs
C: Vangs and shrouds
D: Shrouds and stays
2060: You have 400 tons of below deck tonnage and 230 tons of
above deck cargo on board. You must load 220 tons of
liquid mud below deck. How much more deck cargo can you
load? (See illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V.
Hudson.)
A: 60 tons
B: 180 tons
C: 240 tons
D: none
2061: Where would you find the "call sign" or "call letters" of
the radio station on your rig?
A: In the rig safety manual
B: On the Certificate of Inspection
C: On the Ship Station License
D: On the rig Watch Bill
2062: You are running before the wind in a fresh breeze. The boom
may be prevented from accidently jibing by using a(n) _____.
A: buntline
B: clewline
C: outhaul
D: preventer
2063: If there are a number of survivors in the water after
abandoning ship, they should ________________.
A: tie themselves to the unit so they won't drift with the
current
B: form a small circular group to create a warmer pocket of
water in the center of the circle
C: send the strongest swimmer to shore for assistance
D: form a raft by lashing their life preservers together
2064: INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND You are under sail and overtaking a
tug and tow. Which action is correct?
A: The power-driven tug must maneuver to avoid collision.
B: You must maneuver to avoid the tug and tow.
C: You must maneuver to avoid collision only if the tug is to
leeward and the wind is on your port side.
D: Both vessels are required to maneuver to avoid collision.
2066: A boom vang _______________.
A: holds the boom down and flattens the main sail
B: draws the head of the sail to windward
C: tautens the standing rigging
D: douses the gaff topsail
2067: You are standing radio watch and monitoring VHF Channel 16
when you receive a call to your rig, TEXAS STAR, from a
supply boat. What is the proper way to answer this call?
A: "This is TEXAS STAR. Pick a channel."
B: "This is TEXAS STAR on Channel 16. Come back."
C: "This is TEXAS STAR, WSR 1234, reply Channel 10."
D: "Please stand by. We're busy right now."
2069: The metal horseshoe-shaped pieces used to bend a sail onto
a stay or boom are called_________.
A: hanks
B: shackles
C: warps
D: gudgeons
2070: You have 360 tons of below deck tonnage and 210 tons of
above deck cargo on board. You must load 100 tons of
liquid mud below deck. How much more deck cargo can you
load? (See illustration D036DG, stability letter for M.V.
Hudson.)
A: 25 tons
B: 65 tons
C: 95 tons
D: 175 tons
2071: The generators on your rig have shut down, leaving you
without navigation lights. Which emergency signal would
you transmit over the VHF radio to alert vessels in the
area of your predicament?
A: Mayday, Mayday, Mayday
B: Pan, Pan, Pan
C: Security, Security, Security
D: Lights out, Lights out, Lights out
2073: If your rig is equipped with a SSB radio, what frequency
would you use to initiate a distress call?
A: 1982 kHz
B: 2082 kHz
C: 2182 kHz
D: 2282 kHz
2074: You have 4 containers of rig supplies each measuring
8'L by 8'B by 8'H and weighing 1.2 tons each. Each
container is stowed on deck. What is the maximum VCG
permitted of the remaining cargo if you are carrying rig
water and load to maximum capacity? (See illustration
D037DG, stability letter for M.V. Surveyor)
A: 1.33 feet
B: 1.68 feet
C: 1.96 feet
D: 2.16 feet
2075: The SS NORTHLAND is loaded to drafts: FWD 28'-06", AFT
29'-10". The KG is 27.4 feet. Use the salmon pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the angle of list
if #6 starboard tank is fully loaded with 1624 tons of salt
water ballast (VCG is 36.5 feet off the centerline).
A: 3.7²
B: 4.4²
C: 5.0²
D: 6.5²
2077: BOTH INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND You are proceeding under sail
with the auxiliary engine running and the propeller engaged.
Which statement is TRUE?
A: If most of the propelling power comes from the sails, your
vessel is considered a sailing vessel.
B: You must display a red light over a green light at the
masthead.
C: In fog you must sound one prolonged blast at two-minute
intervals when making way.
D: By day, you must display a black diamond shape forward.
2079: Your vessel displaces 479 tons. The existing deck cargo has
a center of gravity of 3.0 feet above the deck and weighs
16 tons. If you load 23 tons of anchor and anchor chain
with an estimated center of gravity of 9 inches above the
deck, what is the final height of the CG above the deck?
A: 0.33 foot
B: 1.00 foot
C: 1.45 feet
D: 1.67 feet
2080: You have 260 tons of below deck tonnage including liquid
mud. Your existing deck cargo is 150 tons with a VCG above
the deck of 2.2 feet. What is the maximum additional cargo
tonnage you are permitted to load? (See illustration
D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson.)
A: 110 tons
B: 140 tons
C: 180 tons
D: 210 tons
2081: On offshore drilling units, each inflatable life raft must
be serviced every _____________________.
A: 12 months
B: 24 months
C: 36 months
D: 48 months
2082: On a tank barge constructed on or after July 1, 1951,
regulations require that each cargo tank be equipped with a
vent that has a diameter of not less than _______________.
A: 1.5 inches
B: 2.0 inches
C: 2.5 inches
D: 3.0 inches
2083: On offshore drilling units each inflatable life raft that is
not intended for davit launching must be stowed so as to
float free or be _______________.
A: equipped with a hydrostatic release
B: stowed in approved racks
C: located above the main deck area
D: replaced every 12 months
2084: The sea painter of a lifeboat should be secured ___________.
A: to the bow of the lifeboat
B: to an inboard thwart in the forward one-third of the boat
C: as close as possible to amidships of the lifeboat
D: anywhere along the inboard side of the boat
2085: An offshore drilling unit must have enough inflatable
life rafts to accommodate at least what percentage of the
persons allowed?
A: 20%
B: 30%
C: 50%
D: 100%
2086: A partially full tank causes a virtual rise in the height of
the _____.
A: metacenter
B: center of buoyancy
C: center of flotation
D: center of gravity
2087: The davit aboard a MODU is used to ________________.
A: lower personnel down by a transfer basket
B: lower food and water to personnel in a life raft
C: lower the life raft down with its full complement
D: move equipment around the deck
2089: On a vessel carrying grades A, B, C or D cargoes, enclosed
spaces where sources of vapor ignition are normally present
shall NOT be segregated from cargo tanks by _______________.
(vessel constructed after 1970)
A: cofferdams
B: galleys
C: pump rooms
D: tanks used to carry liquids having a flash point of 150ø F
or above
2090: You have 520 tons of below deck tonnage including liquid
mud. Your existing deck cargo is 160 tons with a VCG above
the deck of 2.7 feet. What is the maximum cargo tonnage
you are permitted to load? (See the stability letter for
the M.V. Hudson illustration D036DG.)
A: 84 tons
B: 160 tons
C: 244 tons
D: 317 tons
2091: To inflate a davit launched life raft you ________________.
A: initially connect the compressed air nozzle to the inflation
tube
B: pull the inflation lanyard
C: connect the hand pump to the inflation tube and pump it up
D: connect the helium nozzle to the inflation tube
2092: According to regulations, cargo pumps in tank vessels
carrying grade A, B, C, or D liquid cargo, shall be isolated
from sources of vapor ignition by ___________________.
(vessel constructed 1970)
A: cofferdams
B: general cargo spaces
C: passageways or living quarters
D: gastight bulkheads
2093: The davit launched life raft can be boarded _______________.
A: from the water only
B: at the deck
C: by jumping down onto it
D: through the escape tube
2094: Your vessel measures 122 feet long by 18 feet in beam.
If the natural rolling period at a draft of 6'-09" is 5
seconds, what is the GM?
A: 1.4 feet
B: 2.1 feet
C: 2.5 feet
D: 2.9 feet
2095: Sails may be wing and wing when _____________.
A: close hauled
B: tacking
C: wearing
D: sailing with the wind aft
2096: Steam driven pumps are considered, by regulations, sources
of vapor ignition if the steam temperature is at least
__________.
A: 100² C
B: 212² F
C: 500² F
D: 1200² F
2097: If you reef a marconi mainsail, the sail area ___________.
A: becomes less
B: becomes larger
C: does not change
D: moves aft
2098: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 395 tons
B: 530 tons
C: 750 tons
D: 990 tons
2099: Cargo hose carried on tank vessels shall be able to
withstand a pressure of at least __________.
A: 75 psi
B: 100 psi
C: 120 psi
D: 150 psi
2100: You have 180 tons of below deck tonnage including liquid
mud. Your existing deck cargo is 300 tons with a VCG above
the deck of 3.0 feet. What is the maximum additional cargo
tonnage you are permitted to load? (See illustration
D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson.)
A: 20 tons
B: 60 tons
C: 100 tons
D: 400 tons
2101: A person on a fixed or floating platform engaged in oil
exploration located 10 nautical miles from nearest land MAY
discharge ________.
A: food waste
B: food, ground to less than 1"
C: paper, ground to less than 1"
D: None of the above
2102: The sails are properly set and trimmed. As a vessel heads
up from a beam reach to close-hauled the _______________.
A: apparent wind remains steady
B: heeling moment decreases
C: side slip decreases
D: speed decreases
2104: Use the material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book. If the KG is 25.2 feet, and
the drafts are: FWD 27'-11", AFT 28'-09"; at what angle will
the vessel lose positive stability?
A: 54²
B: 59²
C: 65²
D: 71²
2105: If a davit-launched life raft aboard a MODU cannot be
launched because of damage to the davit, you should ______.
A: inflate the life raft on deck
B: roll the life raft over the side
C: go to another life raft station
D: get a saw and cut the life raft free
2106: In special cases, the Commandant of the Coast Guard may
permit cargo piping to pass through machinery spaces,
provided that the only cargo carried through such piping
is(are) ____________________.
A: grades A or B
B: grades D or E
C: grade E
D: LFG
2107: What is NOT running rigging?
A: Downhaul
B: Backstay
C: Halyard
D: Sheet
2108: Air compressors are NOT permitted in which space(s) on a
tank barge carrying grade A cargo?
A: A cargo handling room
B: A space in which cargo hose is stored
C: An enclosed space containing cargo piping
D: All of the above
2109: A fire is discovered in the forepeak of a vessel at sea.
The wind is from ahead at 35 knots. You should _________.
A: change course and put the stern to the wind
B: remain on course and hold speed
C: change course to put the wind on either beam and increase
speed
D: remain on course but slack the speed
2110: You have 650 tons of below deck tonnage including liquid
mud. Your existing deck cargo is 140 tons with a VCG above
the deck of 2.5 feet. What is the maximum additional cargo
tonnage you are permitted to load? (See illustration
D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson.)
A: 15 tons
B: 48 tons
C: 83 tons
D: 140 tons
2111: The hinge fitting used to attach the boom to the mast is the
_______.
A: gooseneck
B: step
C: swivel
D: pintle
2113: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 2865 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
27.8 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 26.2 feet
B: KG 27.4 feet
C: KG 28.5 feet
D: KG 29.5 feet
2114: You have hand launched an inflatable liferaft. What should
be one of your FIRST actions upon boarding the liferaft?
A: Open the equipment pack.
B: Inflate the liferaft floor.
C: Decide on food and water rations.
D: Cut the sea painter and clear the vessel.
2116: You have 10 containers of rig supplies each measuring
10'L by 6'B by 6'H and weighing 1.8 tons each. Each
container is stowed on deck. What is the maximum VCG
permitted of the remaining cargo if you are carrying rig
water and load to maximum capacity? (See illustration
D037DG, stability letter for M.V. Surveyor)
A: 0.94 foot
B: 1.36 feet
C: 1.78 feet
D: 1.96 feet
2118: You have 50 containers of ships stores each measuring
6'L by 4'B by 3'H and weighing 0.4 ton each. Each container
is stowed on deck. What is the maximum VCG permitted of the
remaining cargo if you are carrying rig water and load to
maximum capacity?
A: 1.50 feet
B: 2.25 feet
C: 2.66 feet
D: 2.91 feet
2119: Your vessel displaces 475 tons. The existing deck cargo
has a center of gravity of 2.6 feet above the deck and
weighs 22 tons. If you load 16 tons of ground tackle with
an estimated center of gravity of 8 inches above the deck,
what is the final height of the CG of the deck cargo?
A: 1.64 feet
B: 1.79 feet
C: 1.96 feet
D: 2.14 feet
2120: You have 480 tons of below deck tonnage including liquid
mud. Your existing deck cargo is 200 tons with a VCG above
the deck of 2.8 feet. What is the maximum additional cargo
tonnage you are permitted to load? (See illustration
D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson.)
A: 34 tons
B: 62 tons
C: 134 tons
D: 186 tons
2121: A life float on a fishing vessel must be equipped with
_____________.
A: smoke flares
B: a life line
C: a hydrostatic release
D: a signal mirror
2122: Your drafts are: FWD 6'-00", AFT 6'-06". From past
experience, you know that the vessel will increase her
draft 1 inch for every 6 tons loaded. There is rig water
on board and 17 tons of deck cargo. How many more tons of
cargo can be loaded and still maintain the same trim?
A: 14 tons
B: 18 tons
C: 24 tons
D: 33 tons
2123: Your oceangoing vessel has medical waste to be disposed of
ashore. How many hours advance notice must you give the
port or terminal?
2124: Use the material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book. If the KG is 25.8 feet, and
the drafts are: FWD 15'-02", AFT 15'-10"; at what angle will
the vessel lose positive stability?
A: 73²
B: 79²
C: 87²
D: 98²
2126: Which spaces are required to be segregated from cargo tanks
carrying grades A, B, C, or D cargoes?
A: Pump rooms
B: Enclosed deck spaces
C: Cofferdams
D: Navigation spaces
2128: Your drafts are: FWD 5'-08", AFT 6'-04". From past
experience, you know that the vessel will increase
her draft 1 inch for every 7 tons loaded. There is
rig water on board and 10 tons of deck cargo. How
many more tons of cargo can be loaded and still maintain
the same trim?
A: 14.8 tons
B: 18.0 tons
C: 25.0 tons
D: 32.0 tons
2129: Which of the following statements relating to AMVER
(Automated Mutual-assistance Vessel Rescue) is TRUE?
A: The AMVER system does not reduce the time lost for vessels
responding to calls for assistance.
B: An AMVER participant is not relieved of the obligation to
give 24 hour advance notice to the U.S. Coast Guard before
entering a U.S. port from offshore.
C: There is no cost to the ship or owner for messages sent
within the AMVER system.
D: An AMVER participant is under greater obligation to render
assistance to a vessel in distress than a non-participant.
2130: You have 300 tons of below deck tonnage including liquid
mud. Your existing deck cargo is 180 tons with a VCG above
the deck of 1.9 feet. What is the maximum additional cargo
tonnage you are permitted to load? (See illustration
D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson.)
A: 108 tons
B: 124 tons
C: 162 tons
D: 342 tons
2131: When a person is in shock, their skin will be ________.
A: warm and dry
B: warm and damp
C: cold and dry
D: cold and damp
2133: If a vessel is sagging, which kind of stress is placed on
the sheer strake?
A: Compression
B: Racking
C: Tension
D: Thrust
2134: The flammable limits of gasoline are 1.3 to 7.6 percent
volume of the air. You are testing a tank that contained
gasoline by using a combustible gas indicator. Under
testing, the tank sample registers 55 on the instrument.
What is the concentration of gases?
A: 55%
B: 5.5%
C: 4.1%
D: 0.7%
2135: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 395 tons
B: 530 tons
C: 750 tons
D: 990 tons
2136: A vessel's drafts are FWD 20'-08", AFT 20'-10". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if 195
tons of cargo are discharged 76 feet forward of amidships.
A: FWD 19'-07", AFT 20'-10"
B: FWD 19'-09", AFT 21'-01"
C: FWD 20'-00", AFT 21'-00"
D: FWD 20'-01", AFT 21'-05"
2137: Where would you find the FCC authorization for transmitting
on your rig's EPIRB?
A: On the Ship Station License
B: On the side of the EPIRB transmitter
C: In the radio log
D: On the Certificate of Inspection
2138: A class C EPIRB _____________.
A: is primarily designed for vessels operating up to 50
miles offshore or on foreign waters
B: transmits a signal that can be detected by satellite
C: must be manually activated
D: operates in the medium and low frequency bands
2139: Use the material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book. If the KG is 24.0 feet, and
the drafts are: FWD 28'-01", AFT 28'-06"; at what angle will
the vessel lose positive stability?
A: 64²
B: 71²
C: 77²
D: 82²
2140: You have 700 tons of below deck tonnage including liquid
mud. Your existing deck cargo is 200 tons with a VCG above
the deck of 3.0 feet. What is the maximum additional cargo
tonnage you are permitted to load? (See illustration
D036DG, stability letter for M.V. Hudson.)
A: 20 tons
B: 50 tons
C: 80 tons
D: 210 tons
2141: How often is a drill on the use of the the line throwing
appliance required to be held on a mobile offshore drilling
unit?
A: Once a month
B: Once a year
C: Once a week
D: Once every three months
2142: What is meant by the term "overhaul" in firefighting?
A: Slow down the spread of fire by cooling adjacent structures
B: Cover the fire with foam
C: Smother the fire with a blanket or similar object
D: Break up solid objects to ensure that any deep seated fires
are extinguished
2143: How many life preservers must be carried on an offshore unit
that is certified to carry 80 persons?
A: 80
B: 100
C: 120
D: 160
2144: A class C EPIRB ___________.
A: should be used on board vessels operating not more than
200 miles offshore
B: transmits an alerting signal on channel 16 followed by
a homing signal on channel 15
C: is automatically activated when it floats free of a
sinkingvessel
D: transmits a swept tone signal on the aviation
distressfrequency
2145: Offshore drilling units must have enough adult life
preservers for at least ____________________________.
A: 100 %
B: 125 %
C: 150 %
D: 200 %
2146: Aboard damaged vessels, the MOST important consideration is
preserving ______________.
A: bilge pumping capacity
B: reserve buoyancy
C: level attitude
D: instability
2147: Each life preserver must be readily accessible to the person
for whom it is intended while he or she is _________.
A: at work
B: in his or her berthing area
C: BOTH at work and in his or her berthing area
D: None of the above are correct.
2148: Your vessel's drafts are FWD 19'-03", AFT 21'-07". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if 142
tons of fuel are pumped 86 feet aft.
A: FWD 18'-09", AFT 22'-01"
B: FWD 19'-00", AFT 21'-01"
C: FWD 19'-00", AFT 21'-08"
D: FWD 19'-01", AFT 21'-04"
2149: On a barge carrying grade A cargo, who determines where
smoking may be permitted during a loading operation?
A: The OCMI who issued the Certificate of Inspection
B: The certificated tankerman on duty
C: The vessel owner
D: Smoking is not permitted during a loading operation.
2150: You have approximately 6 tons of fish on deck. What will be
the shift in the center of gravity after you shift the fish
to the fish hold, a vertical distance of 7 feet? (total
displacement is 422 tons)
A: 0.1 foot
B: 0.3 foot
C: 0.5 foot
D: 0.9 foot
2151: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with Lthe load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 6.9 ft
B: Available GM 5.3 ft
C: Available GM 4.1 ft
D: Available GM 3.8 ft
2152: You have 6 containers of ship stores each measuring
8'L by 4'B by 6'H and weighing 0.5 ton each. Each container
is stowed on deck. What is the maximum VCG permitted of the
remaining cargo if you are carrying rig water and load to
maximum capacity? (See illustration D037DG, stability
letter for M.V. Surveyor)
A: 1.06 feet
B: 1.32 feet
C: 1.65 feet
D: 1.90 feet
2153: On offshore drilling units each ring life buoy must be
marked, in a contrasting color, with the unit's _____.
A: name and port of registry
B: owner and port of registry
C: port of registry and identification number
D: name and owner
2155: When sailing with the wind aft, a vessel may carry sails on
both sides at the same time. The sails are _____________.
A: wing and wing
B: luffed
C: reefed
D: cringled
2156: The flammable limits of gasoline are 1.3 to 7.6 percent
volume of the air. You are testing a tank that contained
gasoline by using a combustible gas indicator. Under
testing, the tank sample registered 55 on the instrument's
dial. What is the concentration of flammable gases?
A: 0.7%
B: 4.1%
C: 5.5%
D: 55%
2157: On offshore drilling units, each EPIRB or SART must be
tested once every _____________________.
A: day
B: week
C: month
D: year
2158: You have approximately 15 tons of fish on deck. What will
be the shift in the center of gravity after you shift the
fish to the fish hold, a vertical distance of 8 feet? (total
displacement is 300 tons)
A: 0.1 foot
B: 0.2 foot
C: 0.3 foot
D: 0.4 foot
2159: Your vessel displaces 528 tons. The existing cargo has
a center of gravity of 2.9 feet above the deck and weighs
28 tons. If you load 14 tons of ground tackle with an
estimated center of gravity of 9 inches above the deck, what
is the final height of the CG of the deck cargo?
A: 1.76 feet
B: 1.93 feet
C: 2.18 feet
D: 2.43 feet
2160: You have approximately 29 tons of fish on deck. What will
be the shift in the center of gravity after you shift the
fish to the fish hold, a vertical distance of 5 feet?
(total displacement is 483 tons)
A: 0.3 foot
B: 0.4 foot
C: 0.5 foot
D: 0.6 foot
2161: You are in a survival craft broadcasting a distress
message. What information would be essential to your
rescuers?
A: The nature of the distress
B: The time of day
C: Your radio call sign
D: Your position by latitude and longitude
2162: Which tank barges require draft marks?
A: Tank barges over 50 GT
B: Tank barges over 100 GT
C: Notch barges over 1000 GT
D: All tank barges
2163: You are approaching a small vessel and see that it has the
signal flag "T" hoisted. What should you do?
A: Proceed on present course and speed since the vessel is
stopped and making no way through the water.
B: Keep clear of the vessel because it is engaged in pair
trawling.
C: Attempt to call the vessel on VHF radiotelephone because it
requires assistance.
D: Keep clear of the vessel because it has a diver down.
2164: Your vessel is damaged, listing to port and on occasion
flopping to the same angle to starboard. It has a long,
slow, sluggish roll around the angle of list. There is
excessive trim by the stern with little freeboard aft.
What action should you take FIRST to correct this situation?
A: Jettison any off-center topside weights to lower GM and
correct the list.
B: Pump out any slack after double-bottom tanks to reduce free
surface and increase freeboard aft.
C: Pump out the after peak and fill the forepeak to change
the trim.
D: Press up any slack double-bottom tanks forward of the
tipping center, then fill the forepeak if empty.
2165: A schooner is a fore-and-aft rigged vessel with __________.
A: a single mast
B: two masts: with the mizzen stepped abaft the rudder post
C: two masts: with the mizzen stepped forward of the rudder
post
D: at least two masts: a foremast and a mainmast
2166: A class C EPIRB ____________.
A: is designed for use by vessels which operate on the
Great Lakes or do not venture far offshore
B: automatically activates after floating free of a
sinking vessel
C: is detected by SARSAT satellite
D: transmits on VLF frequencies
2167: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine about
to surface is _______________.
A: red
B: yellow
C: green
D: white
2168: When a vessel is stationary and in a hogging condition, the
main deck is under which type of stress?
A: compression
B: tension
C: shear
D: racking
2169: The flammable limits of gasoline are 1.3 to 7.6 percent
volume of air. You are testing a tank that contained
gasoline by using a combustible gas indicator. Under
testing, the tank sample caused the needle to move
rapidly to 100 on the dial and remain there. What is
the concentration of flammable gas?
A: 0
B: 1.3 to 7.6%
C: over 7.6%
D: over 100%
2170: You have approximately 60 tons of fish on deck. What will
be the shift in the center of gravity after you shift the
fish to the fish hold, a vertical distance of 8 feet?
(total displacement is 960 tons)
A: 0.6 foot
B: 0.5 foot
C: 0.4 foot
D: 0.3 foot
2171: The approval period for a shipboard Oil Pollution
Emergency Plan expires after __________.
A: two years
B: three years
C: four years
D: five years
2172: Your vessel displaces 560 tons. The existing deck cargo
has a center of gravity of 4.5 feet above the deck and
weighs 34 tons. If you load 10 tons of ground tackle with
an estimated center of gravity of 2.8 feet above the deck,
what is the final height of the CG of the deck cargo?
A: 4.11 feet
B: 4.36 feet
C: 4.57 feet
D: 4.78 feet
2174: You are testing a tank that contained gasoline by using a
combustible gas indicator. Under testing, the tank sample
caused the needle to move rapidly to 100 on the dial then
fall to zero. What is the concentration of flammable gas?
A: Less than the flammable range
B: Within the flammable range
C: Over the flammable range
D: The explosimeter is defective and giving a false reading.
2175: To keep injured survivors warm in the water after
abandoning ship, they should _____________.
A: be placed in the middle of a small circle formed by the
other survivors in the water
B: float on their backs with their arms extended for maximum
exposure to the air
C: remove their life preservers and hold on to the uninjured
survivors
D: sip water at intervals of fifteen minutes
2176: According to regulations, cargo pump rooms, on the tank
vessels handling grades A, B, or C liquid cargo, shall be
equipped with power ventilation of the exhaust type having
capacity sufficient to effect a complete change of air in
not more than ___________________.
A: 1 minute
B: 2 minutes
C: 3 minutes
D: 5 minutes
2178: Your drafts are: FWD 6'-01", AFT 6'-05". From past
experience, you know that the vessel will increase her
draft by 1 inch for every 7 tons loaded. There is rig
water on board and 20 tons of deck cargo. How many more
tons of cargo can be loaded while maintaining the same
trim?
A: none
B: 10.5 tons
C: 14.0 tons
D: 17.5 tons
2179: If a vessel is sagging, what kind of stress is placed on the
sheer strake?
A: Compression
B: Tension
C: Thrust
D: Racking
2180: You have approximately 16 tons of fish on deck. What will
be the shift in the center of gravity after you shift the
fish to the fish hold, a vertical distance of 8 feet?
(total displacement is 640 tons)
A: 0.1 foot
B: 0.2 foot
C: 0.3 foot
D: 0.4 foot
2181: To prevent the spread of fire by conduction you should ____.
A: shut off all electrical power
B: close all openings to the area
C: remove combustibles from direct exposure
D: cool the bulkheads around the fire
2182: Your drafts are: FWD 5'-08", AFT 6'-02". From past
experience, you know that the vessel will increase her draft
1 inch for every 8 tons loaded. There is rig water on board
and 11 tons of deck cargo. How many more tons of cargo can
be loaded and still maintain the same trim?
A: None
B: 10 tons
C: 18 tons
D: 24 tons
2183: On offshore drilling units, all lifeboats are required to
be marked with the _________________________________.
A: name and port of the unit
B: owner and port of the unit
C: drilling location
D: builder
2184: Your vessel is damaged and is listing to port. The rolling
period is short. There is sufficient freeboard so that deck
edge submersion is not a problem. What corrective action
should be taken FIRST in regard to the vessel's stability?
A: Press up any slack double-bottom tanks to eliminate
free surface
B: Flood any empty double-bottom tanks to add weight low and
down
C: Jettison topside weights to reduce KG and KB
D: Shift any off-center weights from port to starboard
2185: On offshore drilling units, all lifeboats are required to
be marked with the _____________.
A: name of the owner of the unit
B: number of persons allowed in the boat
C: drilling location of the unit
D: All of the above
2186: Which statement is TRUE concerning cargo hose on tank
barges?
A: Cargo hose must be able to withstand the shut-off head plus
the static head of the cargo pump.
B: Cargo hose must be able to withstand the static head of the
cargo pump but no less than 100 psi.
C: Cargo hose must be able to withstand the shut-off head less
the static head of the cargo pump but no less than 100 psi.
D: Cargo hose must be able to withstand at least 150 psi.
2188: You have 6 containers of rig supplies each measuring
8'L by 4'B by 3'H and weighing 1.6 tons each. Each
container is stowed on deck. What is the maximum VCG
permitted of the remaining cargo if you are carrying rig
water and load to maximum capacity?
A: 0.4 ton
B: 0.9 ton
C: 1.75 tons
D: 2.18 tons
2189: Changing direction by bringing the stern of the vessel
through the eye of the wind is known as _____________.
A: jibing
B: running before the wind
C: tacking
D: reefing
2190: You have approximately 24 tons of fish on deck. What will
be the shift in the center of gravity after you shift the
fish to the fish hold, a vertical distance of 8 feet?
(total displacement is 540 tons)
A: 0.14 foot
B: 0.23 foot
C: 0.36 foot
D: 0.44 foot
2191: A fishing vessel that is required to have a fireman's
outfit, must have all of the following in the outfit except
a _________________.
A: flashlight
B: combustible gas indicator
C: self-contained breathing apparatus
D: fire axe
2192: Your vessel displaces 689 tons and measures 123'L x
31'B. You ship a large wave on the after deck which measures
65'Lx 31'B. The weight of the water is estimated at 62
tons. What is the reduction in GM due to free surface before
the water drains overboard?
A: 5.51 feet
B: 5.67 feet
C: 5.89 feet
D: 6.14 feet
2193: On offshore drilling units, the lifeboats' fuel tanks must
be emptied and the fuel changed at least once every
_______________________.
A: 12 months
B: 24 months
C: 36 months
D: 48 months
2194: Your vessel is damaged with no list, but down by the stern.
There is progressive flooding and trim by the stern is
increasing. What is the effect on transverse stability
after the deck edge at the stern is submerged?
A: KB increases, increasing BM and therefore GM
B: KG increases due to the weight of the added water on deck
C: BM decreases rapidly due to loss of water plane area
D: There is no effect on transverse stability.
2195: Who is charged with appointing persons to be in command of
the lifeboats and(or) life rafts on a mobile offshore
drilling unit?
A: Rig superintendent
B: Tool Pusher
C: Company man
D: Designated person in charge
2196: INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND You are on a sailing vessel with
the wind on the starboard side and are approaching another
sailing vessel that has the wind on the port side. Which
action should you take?
A: Reduce sail and hold course.
B: Alter course away from the other vessel.
C: Maintain course and speed.
D: Any maneuver to avoid collision.
2197: A self-righting survival craft will return to an upright
position provided that all personnel _______.
A: are seated with seat belts on and doors shut
B: are seated with seat belts on and doors open
C: are to shift to one side to right it
D: escape from the craft
2198: Which statement is TRUE concerning a sailing vessel with the
sails properly trimmed?
A: The more the sails are sheeted in, the greater your speed
will be when sailing downwind.
B: As the sails are sheeted in, the vessel will heel less when
close hauled.
C: As the sails are sheeted in on a close hauled course, speed
will increase as the side forces on the vessel decrease.
D: Sheeting in the sails will allow the vessel to sail closer
to the wind but will decrease speed.
2199: Your vessel displaces 564 tons. The existing deck cargo
has a center of gravity of 1.5 feet above the deck and
weighs 41 tons. If you load 22 tons of ground tackle with
an estimated center of gravity of 2.5 feet above the deck,
what is the final height of the CG of the deck cargo?
A: 1.62 feet
B: 1.85 feet
C: 2.10 feet
D: 2.46 feet
2200: To check stability, a weight of 35 tons is lifted with the
jumbo boom, whose head is 35 feet from the ship's
centerline. The clinometer shows a list of 7.0² with the
weight suspended. Displacement including the weight is
14,000 tons. The GM in this condition is ______.
A: 0.71 foot
B: 0.95 foot
C: 1.26 feet
D: 2.01 feet
2201: The name of the fishing vessel is NOT required to be marked
on a(n) ____.
A: EPIRB
B: inflatable life raft
C: lifefloat
D: buoyant apparatus
2202: Which approved lifesaving device is required for each person
on board a motor vessel carrying passengers?
A: Buoyant cushion
B: Buoyant vest
C: Life jacket
D: Ring life buoy
2203: Who is responsible for lowering the survival craft?
A: Roustabout
B: First man aboard
C: Last man aboard
D: Helmsman
2205: You board an inflatable liferaft that has been hand
launched from a sinking vessel. What should you do FIRST
after everyone is onboard the liferaft?
A: Cut the painter.
B: Operate the radio equipment.
C: Open the equipment pack.
D: Ventilate the liferaft of CO2.
2206: Which action will NOT reduce heeling of a vessel when
sailing on a tack?
A: Heading up until your sails begin to luff
B: Easing sheets
C: Reefing sails
D: Changing to larger sails
2207: You are keeping the required garbage disposal records. The
amount of garbage disposed must be stated in __________.
A: both cubic meters and cubic feet
B: cubic meters
C: both kilos and pounds
D: barrels of 55 gallon capacity
2208: Your 20-ton ketch-rigged sailing vessel is sailing close
hauled on the port tack in a moderate breeze with all sails
properly trimmed. You wish to bear off quickly to avoid a
floating hazard. To utilize your sails to assist with the
turn, you should ___________________.
A: slack the jib sheet
B: slack the mizzen sheet
C: put your rudder hard to port
D: All of the above
2209: What are the health hazard ratings for a product of
triethylbenzene?
A: 1,1,1
B: 2,2,2
C: 0,1,1
D: Unavailable
2210: To check stability, a weight of 10 tons is lifted with the
jumbo boom whose head is 45 ft. from the ship's centerline.
The clinometer show's a list of 5.0² with weight suspended.
Displacement including the weight is 9,000 tons. The GM
while in this condition is _____.
A: 0.57 foot
B: 0.72 foot
C: 0.96 foot
D: 1.25 feet
2211: You discharge garbage overboard at sea. When recording
your vessel's position as required, you must include
__________.
A: latitude, longitude and estimated distance from shore
B: latitude, longitude and approximate depth of water
C: latitude, longitude, course, speed, and a copy of that
days noon position slip
D: Latitude and longitude only
2212: In order to maintain speed while changing course from a
close reach to a broad reach, the sails should be _________.
A: lowered
B: reefed
C: hauled in
D: eased out
2213: When abandoning a MODU, after launching the survival craft
you should _________________.
A: plot a course for the nearest land
B: take a vote on which direction you should go
C: stay in the immediate area
D: go in one direction until fuel runs out
2215: If help has not arrived in 10-12 hours after you abandon a
MODU in a survival craft, you should ______________.
A: go in one direction until the fuel runs out
B: plot a course for the nearest land
C: take a vote on which direction you should go
D: shut down the engine(s) and set the sea anchor
2217: Steering a survival craft broadside to the sea could cause
it to ____.
A: capsize
B: run smoother
C: run faster
D: sink
2218: The maximum length allowed between main, transverse
bulkheads on a vessel is referred to as the ______________.
A: floodable length
B: factor of subdivision
C: compartment standard
D: permissible length
2219: Each buoyant work vest must be _______________.
A: U.S. Coast Guard approved
B: marked with the name of the vessel
C: equipped with a water light
D: All of the above
2220: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 395 tons
B: 530 tons
C: 750 tons
D: 990 tons
2221: In heavy seas the helmsman should steer the survival craft
_____.
A: into the seas
B: broadside to the seas
C: in the same direction as the seas
D: in a series of figure-eights
2223: Knowing the compass heading that is 90² to the side of a
MODU will enable the operator of a survival craft to
initially steer _________.
A: into the wind
B: away in fire and smoke
C: directly to the standby boat
D: directly to the nearest land
2224: Your vessel is drifting with the wind broad on the port
beam. The marconi sail is set and flapping free. As you
sheet in the maximum drive is attained when the sail ______.
A: is at right angles to the true wind
B: first takes the shape of an airfoil
C: is filled with a slight flap at the leech
D: is 45² from the apparent wind
2226: You are sailing on a close reach when a strong wind suddenly
heels the vessel hard over. To reduce the heeling and yet
maintain speed, you should _____________.
A: ease the mainsheet and bear more away from the wind
B: haul in on the mainsheet and steer more towards the wind
C: haul in on the mainsheet and ease the jib sheet
D: ease all sheets and bear more into the wind
2227: When the survival craft is supplied with bottles of
compressed air they are used for ________________.
A: an air supply for personnel
B: additional flotation
C: priming the sprinkler system
D: filling the self righting bags
2228: Your sails are properly trimmed while on a reaching course.
Changing to a close hauled course will _____________.
A: require you to sheet in for best speed
B: result in a reduction of speed
C: cause a greater heeling force to leeward
D: All of the above
2229: To get the best speed when tacking and using a mainsail and
jib, the sails should be trimmed such that ______________.
A: the jib is on one side of the vessel and the mainsail on the
other
B: an air slot is formed between the two sails
C: one sail is as close to a right angle as possible to the
other
D: as much of a gap as possible exists between the two sails in
order to catch the most wind
2230: To check stability, a weight of 40 tons is lifted with the
jumbo boom, whose head is 40 feet from the ship's
centerline. The clinometer shows a list of 6.5² with the
weight suspended. Displacement including weight is 16,000
tons. The GM while in this condition is ___________.
A: 0.21 foot
B: 0.43 foot
C: 0.88 foot
D: 1.02 feet
2231: With the air supply on, the air pressure in the survival
craft will be __________________.
A: changing in relation to the speed of the craft
B: less than outside air pressure
C: greater than outside air pressure
D: equal to outside air pressure
2232: Your vessel is sailing on a port tack when a sudden gust of
wind heels the vessel sharply to starboard. Which action
will reduce the heeling of the vessel?
A: Attempt to sail the vessel closer to the wind
B: Ease the sheets to allow air flow to spill off the sail
C: Shift weight to the port side of the vessel
D: Any of the above
2233: You are underway when a fire breaks out in the forward part
of your vessel. If possible, you should __________________.
A: call for assistance
B: abandon ship to windward
C: keep going at half speed
D: put the vessel's stern into the wind
2234: As a vessel falls off the wind from close-hauled to a beam
reach, the tendency for the vessel to move sideways through
the water will ______.
A: increase
B: decrease
C: change only if the vessel comes about on the opposite tack
D: not change
2235: You are aboard a vessel which is near a platform engaged in
oil exploration. Under U.S. pollution regulations, you may
NOT discharge garbage if you are within _____.
A: 1650 feet (500 meters)
B: 1750 feet (533 meters)
C: 1970 feet (600 meters)
D: 2500 feet (762 meters)
2236: A vessel is limited to a maximum draft of 25'-11". The
present drafts are: FWD 24'-10", AFT 23'-02". How much more
cargo can be loaded and where should it be located if a drag
of 18 inches is desired? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 345 tons 124 feet aft of the tipping center
B: 525 tons 18 feet forward of the tipping center
C: 640 tons 74 feet aft of the tipping center
D: 690 tons 62 feet aft of the tipping center
2237: Topside icing decreases vessel stability because
it increases _________________.
A: displacement
B: free surface
C: draft
D: KG
2239: You can slow or stop a sailing vessel by _____________.
A: put the wind off the beam and sheet in
B: put the wind off the stern and ease all sheets
C: bring the vessel's head into the wind and let the sails luff
D: raise the centerboard when running before the wind
2240: What is classified as a combustible liquid?
A: Acetaldehyde
B: Ethyl alcohol
C: Carbon tetrachloride
D: Tetraethylene glycol
2241: If the survival craft is not loaded to full capacity, the
personnel should be ________________.
A: loaded more on the port side forward
B: loaded equally on both sides with more forward
C: loaded equally on both sides with more aft
D: allowed to sit anywhere
2242: An example of a grade B product is ___________________.
A: piperyline
B: motor gasoline
C: kerosene
D: mineral spirits
2243: Aboard a survival craft, ether can be used to __________.
A: start the engine in cold weather
B: aid in helping personnel breathe
C: prime the sprinkler system
D: prime the air supply
2244: According to the Chemical Data Guide, the flash point for
the grade B flammable liquid piperylene is ________________.
A: -20² F
B: 43² C
C: 108² F
D: not available
2245: The backup system on an electric start survival craft
is a _________.
A: hydraulic system
B: pneumatic system
C: spare battery
D: hand crank
2246: What would be classified as grade "C" petroleum product?
A: Reid vapor pressure of 14 psia, flash point of 60² F.
B: Reid vapor pressure of 7 psia, flash point of 85² F.
C: Reid vapor pressure of 5 psia, flash point of 70² F.
D: Reid vapor pressure above 8 1/2 psia but less than 14 psia.
2247: When a rescue vessel approaches a survival craft in heavy
seas, the person in charge of the survival craft should
_______.
A: tie up to the rescue vessel
B: transfer only those personnel who are not seasick
C: wait for calmer weather before transferring personnel
D: transfer all personnel immediately
2248: A product is classified at grade B when it has a Reid vapor
pressure of _____________________.
A: 7 psia and a flash point of 80ø F
B: more than 8 1/2 psia but less than 14 psia and a flash point
of 72ø F
C: 9 1/2 psia and a flash point of 95ø F
D: above 14 psia
2249: A cargo of 40 tons is to be lifted with a boom located 40
feet from the ship's centerline. The ship's displacement
including the suspended cargo is 8,000 tons and the GM is
2 feet with cargo suspended. What will the list of the
vessel be with the cargo suspended?
A: 4.9ø
B: 5.2ø
C: 5.7ø
D: 6.0ø
2250: Which cargo is considered volatile?
A: Bunker C
B: Turkey-red oil
C: Sweet oil
D: iso-Propylamine
2251: What will NOT decrease the stability of a vessel?
A: Topside icing
B: Running with a following sea
C: Using 35% of the fuel in a full tank
D: Lowering a weight suspended by a boom onto the deck
2252: According to the Chemical Data Guide, piperylene possesses
which characteristic?
A: Specific Gravity of 0.86
B: A boiling point of 43² F
C: A Reid vapor pressure of 14 psia
D: Insoluble in water
2253: Using a sea anchor with the survival craft will __________.
A: reduce your drift rate
B: keep the survival craft from turning over
C: aid in recovering the survival craft
D: increase your visibility
2254: According to the Chemical Data Guide, 1,3 - pentadiene
possesses which characteristic?
A: Colorless liquid, mild aromatic odor
B: Pale yellow liquid, strong odor
C: Colorless liquid, faint odor
D: Straw-colored liquid, sweet-odor
2255: The survival craft is manufactured with fire retardant ____.
A: foam
B: marine plywood
C: steel
D: fiberglass
2256: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 6.8 ft
B: Available GM 5.4 ft
C: Available GM 4.1 ft
D: Available GM 3.6 ft
2257: The survival craft's engine is fueled with __________.
A: kerosene
B: unleaded gasoline
C: diesel oil
D: liquefied gas
2258: According to the Chemical Data Guide, to what chemical
family does 1,3 - pentadiene belong?
A: Unsaturated hydrocarbons
B: Esters
C: Phosphorus
D: Olefins
2259: Use the material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book. If the KG is 24.2 feet, and
the drafts are: FWD 22'-04", AFT 23'-00"; at what angle will
the vessel lose positive stability?
A: 72²
B: 78²
C: 86²
D: 92²
2260: You are making a heavy lift with the jumbo boom. Your
vessel displaces 18,000 T. The 50-ton weight is on the
pier, and its center is 75 feet to starboard of the
centerline. The head of the boom is 112 feet above the base
line, and the center of gravity of the lift when stowed on
deck will be 56 feet above the base line. As the jumbo boom
takes the strain, the ship lists 3.5². What is the GM when
the cargo is stowed?
A: 3.19 feet
B: 3.24 feet
C: 3.40 feet
D: 3.56 feet
2261: If the engine of a survival craft does not start, check to
see ______.
A: that the fuel valve is open
B: if the air supply system is open
C: if the water sprinkler system is open
D: if the limit switch is on
2262: What is the Vapor pressure of ethylene oxide at 46 ² C?
A: 10.9 (psia)
B: 38.5 (psia)
C: 48.0 (psia)
D: 15.2 (psia)
2263: The sprinkler system of a survival craft is used to _______.
A: cool the craft in a fire
B: cool the engine
C: spray oil on the sea to calm it
D: spray personnel during a fire
2264: Where a propeller shaft passes through the hull, water is
prevented from entering by means of a _____________.
A: stuffing box
B: propeller boss
C: seacock
D: stop-water
2265: A right-handed propeller will cause the survival craft
to _______.
A: walk the stern to starboard in reverse
B: walk the stern to port in reverse
C: run faster than a left-handed propeller
D: right itself if capsized
2266: Which fire extinguishing agent can NOT be used on an
ethylenediamine?
A: Water foam
B: Dry chemical powder
C: Water fog
D: Alcohol foam
2267: During the towing of a survival craft, a lookout should be
on station to ________________.
A: release the towline in an emergency
B: help the helmsman steer
C: look for food and water
D: check the water level in the bilge
2268: To what chemical family does chlorallylene belong?
A: Alcohols
B: Esters
C: Glycol ethers
D: Substituted allyl
2269: To what chemical family does ethylene oxide belong?
A: Glycol ethers
B: Alkylene oxides
C: Esters
D: Alcohols
2270: When a vessel is inclined at a small angle the center of
buoyancy will _______________.
A: remain stationary
B: move toward the low side
C: move toward the high side
D: move to the height of the metacenter
2271: When abandoning ship, after launching the motor lifeboat you
should ____________.
A: plot a course for the nearest land
B: take a vote on which direction you should go
C: stay in the immediate area
D: go in one direction until fuel runs out
2272: According to the Chemical Data Guide, what is NOT a
characteristic of allyl chloride?
A: It has a Reid vapor pressure of 10.3 (psig).
B: It is a clear to strawberry colored liquid.
C: It has sour odor.
D: It is classified as a grade B poison.
2273: During an abandonment or drill, the first person to arrive
at the survival craft should _______________.
A: pass out food and water to personnel
B: open the doors and start the sprinkler system
C: activate the emergency release handle
D: open the doors and prepare the craft for boarding
2274: A virtual rise in the center of gravity may be caused by
________.
A: filling a partially filled tank
B: using an on board crane to lift a freely swinging heavy
object
C: emptying a partially filled tank
D: transferring ballast from the forepeak to the after peak
2275: INTERNATIONAL AND INLAND Your 18-meter vessel is propelled
by sail and power. What action is required when the engine
is stopped?
A: Display a black diamond shape forward.
B: Remove the black cone shape from forward.
C: Remove the black balls (one at the masthead and one on each
spreader).
D: Display a black cylindrical shape at the masthead.
2276: What is the Reid vapor pressure of allyl chloride?
A: 16.5 (psia)
B: 14.0 (psia)
C: 12.9 (psia)
D: 10.3 (psia)
2278: A cargo of 75 tons is to be lifted with a boom located 50
feet from the ship's centerline. The ship's displacement
including the suspended cargo is 6,000 tons and GM is
6 feet. The list of the ship with the cargo suspended from
the boom will be _______________.
A: 5.00ø
B: 5.40ø
C: 5.94ø
D: 6.50ø
2279: According to the Chemical Data Guide, when burning, the
grade B flammable liquid, carbon disulfide produces _______.
A: phosgene gas
B: sulfuric acid gas
C: sulfur dioxide gas
D: carbon tetrachloride
2280: A vessel displaces 140,000 cubic feet of saltwater in a
light condition. After loading 7500 tons of cargo and 200
tons of fuel, water and stores, she is "full and down". The
vessel's light displacement is ______________.
A: 3000 tons
B: 3500 tons
C: 4000 tons
D: 4500 tons
2281: When retrieving the survival craft, the winch operator
should stop the winch and check ______________.
A: that all personnel are seated in the craft
B: that the cable has not jumped any grooves on the drum
C: which way the wind is blowing
D: the hydraulic fluid level before lifting
2282: Class A EPIRBs are required on _________________.
A: self-propelled, inspected vessels
B: towing vessels
C: recreational vessels
D: uninspected passenger vessels
2283: Sails may be wing and wing when_____________.
A: tacking
B: on a close reach
C: sailing with the wind aft
D: anchored or drifting
2284: The flammable limits for crude oil are ____________________.
A: 1% to 6% mixture in air
B: 20% to 40% mixture in air
C: 0% to 1% mixture in air
D: unavailable
2285: When retrieving the survival craft, the helmsman should
instruct the crewman to ________________.
A: check the fuel level
B: open the doors
C: take the life preservers off
D: check that hooks are fully locked in place
2286: What is the boiling point of carbon disulfide?
A: 167² F
B: 115² F
C: 111² F
D: 46² F
2287: The limit switches on a MODUs survival-craft winch system
___________________.
A: stop the winch just before the craft reaches the final
stowage position
B: limit the amount of cable on the drum
C: limit the ascent rate
D: stop the winch in case the craft weighs too much
2288: A major health hazard of the product tert-butylamine is that
it______.
A: can be absorbed through the skin
B: causes irreversible damage to eye tissue
C: is a very unstable product
D: All of the above
2289: According to the Chemical Data Guide, what is the Reid Vapor
Pressure of tert-butylamine?
A: 11 (psig)
B: 12 (psig)
C: 13 (psig)
D: 14 (psig)
2290: In order to calculate the TPI of a vessel, for any given
draft, it is necessary to divide the area of the waterplane
by ______.
A: 35
B: 120
C: 240
D: 420
2291: The purpose for the bag or box on top of some survival craft
is to ________________.
A: right the craft in case of capsizing
B: increase area for radar detection
C: act as a sail in case of a power loss
D: steady the craft in heavy seas
2292: Grade D liquids are those having flash points of __________.
A: 80² F or less
B: greater than 80² F and less than 150² F
C: 150² F or greater but less than 212² F
D: 212² F or greater
2293: Releasing oil from the sea anchor of a survival craft
may ______.
A: keep the propeller from being fouled
B: increase propeller speed
C: help calm the waves in the vicinity of the craft
D: increase the holding power of the sea anchor
2294: Which extinguishing agent is NOT recommended in the Chemical
Data Guide for use on a cyclohexane fire?
A: Foam
B: Carbon dioxide
C: Dry chemical
D: Water fog
2295: All MODU personnel should be familiar with the survival
craft's ______.
A: boarding and operating procedures
B: maintenance schedule
C: navigational systems
D: fuel consumption rates
2296: Regulations require that cargo pumps in tank vessels
carrying grade D liquid cargo shall be isolated from sources
of vapor ignition by _______.
A: cofferdams
B: gastight bulkheads
C: passageways or living quarters
D: general cargo spaces
2297: Each fire pump on a tankship must have a pressure gauge
located at ______.
A: the pump discharge
B: the manifold connection
C: each fire station discharge
D: the pump station
2298: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 3684 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
28.4 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 27.0 feet
B: KG 27.6 feet
C: KG 28.2 feet
D: KG 28.8 feet
2299: The first treatment given to a person overcome by benzene
vapor should be to _____________________.
A: remove them to fresh air
B: flush their face with water for about 5 minutes
C: stand them up and walk them around
D: remove their clothing and wrap them in blankets
2300: A bulk freighter 580 ft. in length, 60 ft. beam, with a
waterplane coefficient of .84 is floating in fresh water at
a draft of 21 ft. How many long tons would it take to
increase the mean draft 1"?
A: 65.1
B: 69.6
C: 74.3
D: 76.8
2301: If water is rising in the bilge of a survival craft, you
should first __________.
A: abandon the survival craft
B: check for cracks in the hull
C: shift all personnel to the stern
D: check the bilge drain plug
2302: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 6.8 ft
B: Available GM 5.4 ft
C: Available GM 4.1 ft
D: Available GM 3.6 ft
2303: The air cylinder bottles in the survival craft should be
refilled with ____________________.
A: oxygen
B: nitrogen
C: compressed air
D: nitrogen and oxygen
2304: Regulations require that cargo pumprooms handling grades D
and/or E liquid cargo only shall be fitted with at LEAST how
many ducts extended to the weather deck?
2305: With the sprinkler system and air system on and all hatches
shut, the survival craft will provide protection from
a _____.
A: nuclear environment
B: fire and toxic environment
C: hurricane
D: drop greater than 10 feet
2306: Which flash point would indicate a grade D combustible
liquid?
A: 40ø F
B: 95ø F
C: 79ø F
D: 155ø F
2307: Why does a centrifugal bilge pump require priming?
A: To lubricate shaft seals
B: Lack of ability to lift water level to impellers
C: Head pressure must equal discharge pressure
D: To overcome resistance of water in the discharge line
2309: Your vessel is preparing to lift a weight of 30 tons with a
boom whose head is 30 feet from the ship's centerline. The
ship's displacement not including the weight lifted is
8,790 tons. KM is 21.5 ft; KG is 20.5 ft. The angle of
list when the weight is lifted will be _____________.
A: 1.4ø
B: 2.8ø
C: 3.4ø
D: 5.8ø
2310: A fire pump may be used for other purposes if __________.
A: the other services are run off a reducing station with a
pressure gage
B: one of the required pumps is kept availabe for use on the
fire main system at all times
C: no relief valves are installed
D: all of the above conditions are met
2311: What causes cavitation in a centrifugal pump?
A: Vapor pockets in the flow stream
B: Rough impeller surfaces
C: Worn wearing rings
D: Heavy fluid in the flow stream
2312: Which statement is TRUE concerning the short exposure
tolerance for Benzene?
A: 3000 ppm is endurable for 30 - 60 minutes (single exposure)
B: 500 - 1000 ppm for 30 - 60 minutes will produce definite
irritation to the trachea
C: 5.5 ppm for 1 minute is practically intolerable
D: No chronic effects noticed after 20,000 ppm exposure for 5 -
10 minutes
2313: A hydraulic accumulator aboard a MODU is designed to ____.
A: store fluid under pressure
B: act as a fluid reservoir
C: provide overpressure relief
D: replenish fluid to a system
2314: Cargo tanks on barges fitted with goose neck vents and flame
screens are limited to carrying which grade of cargo?
A: A and below
B: B and below
C: C and below
D: D and E only
2315: What is the function of an air receiver in the compressed
air system on a MODU?
A: Condenses moisture
B: Provides overpressure protection
C: Purifies the air
D: Acts as an accumulator
2316: The flammable limits for motor gasoline are _____________.
A: 5.3% to 7% mixture in air
B: 0.9% to 5.9% mixture in air
C: 1.4% to 7.6% mixture in air
D: 2.5% to 12.8% mixture in air
2317: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 7.7 feet
B: 9.1 feet
C: 9.9 feet
D: 10.6 feet
2318: A vessel's drafts are FWD 19'-02", AFT 23'-10". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if 98 tons
of fuel is pumped 116 feet forward.
A: FWD 19'-04", AFT 23'-06"
B: FWD 19'-07", AFT 23'-04"
C: FWD 19'-09", AFT 23'-01"
D: FWD 19'-09", AFT 23'-06"
2319: What is NOT generally a characteristic of inhaling light
naphtha?
A: Dizziness
B: Headache
C: Vomiting
D: Coughing
2320: You are attempting to recover a mooring buoy. If you
approach the object on the port tack, how would you slow the
vessel as you draw near?
A: Quickly change to a starboard tack as you reach the object.
B: Shift the rudder from port to starboard several times as you
reach the object.
C: Bring the wind so that it comes over the stern and ease all
the sheets.
D: Bring the wind directly over the bow and allow the sails to
luff.
2321: A Class A EPIRB is NOT _______________________.
A: approved by the Coast Guard
B: designed for float free, automatic activation
C: operated on 121.5/243 MHz
D: operated manually
2322: What is NOT a requirement of cargo piping installed in tank
vessels carrying grade D or E cargo ONLY?
A: The cargo piping system shall be fixed.
B: Flanged joints shall be used for pipe sizes exceeding 2
inches in diameter.
C: Piping through bunker spaces may be run through a pipe
tunnel.
D: Connections at bulkheads must be made so that
does not form part of a flanged joint.
2323: Why is electrical power preferred over mechanical power for
driving heavy machinery on drilling rigs?
A: More fuel efficient
B: More flexible
C: Lighter
D: Less maintenance
2324: How many fire extinguishers, and what type, are required on
an unmanned oil barge during transfer operations, if the
barge has no cargo pumps aboard?
A: One B-II
B: Two B-II
C: One B-V
D: Two A-II
2325: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 395 tons
B: 530 tons
C: 750 tons
D: 990 tons
2326: In order to carry a cargo of triethanolamine, what hull type
is required?
2327: How many B-II fire extinguishers must be in the machinery
space of a 75-foot long fishing vessel propelled by engines
with 600 brake horsepower?
2328: Which of the flash points would indicate a grade D
combustible liquid?
A: 65² F
B: 87² F
C: 155² F
D: 160² F
2329: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 3.2 ft
B: Available GM 3.9 ft
C: Available GM 4.8 ft
D: Available GM 5.3 ft
2330: What is the purpose of a centerboard when sailing on a tack?
A: To reduce heeling of the vessel
B: To add weight stability
C: To reduce side slip of the vessel
D: To prevent the vessel from jibing
2331: What prevents water running along the shaft of a leaking
centrifugal pump from entering the shaft bearing?
A: Shaft seal
B: Water flinger
C: Drain hole
D: Lantern ring
2332: The amount of LFG that may be loaded into a given tank is
determined by _______________________.
A: checking the loading sheet
B: loading to within 1 percent of outage
C: loading to within 10 percent of the safety relief valve
setting
D: filling to the maximum level indicated on the liquid level
gaging device
2333: You are sailing into a harbor with the intention of
picking up your mooring. There is no current. Which
statement(s) is(are) TRUE?
A: On a ketch, you will most likely strike the jib
before making your final approach.
B: On a yawl, the last sail you will strike after you
have picked up the mooring will normally be the mainsail.
C: On a sloop, if your initial approach is to be downwind
you could slow your approach by striking the jib and
letting your main sheet out as far as it will go.
D: All of the above are correct.
2334: Which flash point would indicate a grade E combustible
liquid?
A: 80² F
B: 75² F
C: 140² F
D: 155² F
2335: What is required in addition to the heat, fuel, and oxygen
of the fire triangle to have a fire?
A: Chain reaction
B: Electricity
C: Pressure
D: Smoke
2336: While loading bulk oil in a barge, you notice oil on the
water alongside. What should you do FIRST?
A: Search the vessel for leaks.
B: Notify the terminal superintendent.
C: Stop loading.
D: Notify the Coast Guard.
2337: Sideways movement of the mast is resisted by the _______.
A: shrouds
B: halyards
C: sheets
D: forestay
2338: In order to check your vessel's stability, a weight of 40
tons is lifted with the jumbo boom, the boom head being
50 feet from the ship's centerline. The clinometer is
then carefully read and shows a list of 5ø. The vessel's
displacement is 8,000 tons including the suspended weight.
What will be the metacentric height of the vessel at this
time?
A: 2.74 feet
B: 2.80 feet
C: 2.86 feet
D: 2.93 feet
2339: Sixty tons of cargo are raised with a boom 45 feet from the
centerline. The vessel's displacement including the weight
lifted is 16,400 tons. The angle of list caused by the
suspended weight is 1.5ø. KM is 28.75 ft., and BM is 17.25
ft. What is the KG?
A: 11.65 feet
B: 22.46 feet
C: 23.15 feet
D: 23.82 feet
2341: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 5.26 ft
B: Available GM 4.24 ft
C: Available GM 4.11 ft
D: Available GM 4.01 ft
2342: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 13'-11", AFT 11'-09". How
much more cargo can be loaded to have the vessel down to the
freeboard draft? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 9069 tons
B: 9172 tons
C: 9207 tons
D: 9244 tons
2343: A marker pole, with a horseshoe buoy and a sea anchor
attached, should be used to ___________________.
A: mark the position of a lost mooring
B: determine your vessel's sideslip underway
C: determine your speed through the water
D: indicate location of a man overboard
2344: Use the material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book. If the KG is 25.2 feet, and
the drafts are: FWD 22'-03", AFT 23'-01"; at what angle will
the vessel lose positive stability?
A: 92ø
B: 77ø
C: 68ø
D: 61ø
2346: Grade E liquids are those having a flash point of _________.
A: 150² F and below
B: below 150² and above 80² F
C: below 80² F
D: 150² F and above
2348: Regulations require that venting for cargo tanks in which
only grades D or E liquids are to be transported shall, as a
MINIMUM, be of which type? (tank barge constructed on or
after July 1, 1951)
A: Straight vents open to atmosphere
B: Individual pressure vacuum relief valves
C: Branch vent lines connected to a vent header system
D: Gooseneck vents and flame screens
2350: What is NOT required of the cargo tank venting on a tank
barge carrying grade A liquids?
A: Each cargo tank must have a vent.
B: A vent header must be fitted with a pressure-vacuum valve.
C: The diameter of the vent must be greater than 4 inches in
diameter.
D: The vent must extend to a reasonable height above the
weather deck.
2351: How many B-II fire extinguishers must be in the machinery
space of a 75-foot long fishing vessel propelled by engines
with 2200 brake horsepower?
2352: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 18'-09", AFT 19'-01". How
much more cargo can be loaded to have the vessel down to the
freeboard draft? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 5333 tons
B: 5420 tons
C: 5649 tons
D: 5775 tons
2356: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 22'-04", AFT 21'-06". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if: (1)
300 tons are loaded 122 feet forward of amidships; (2) 225
tons are loaded 150 feet aft of amidships; and 122 tons of
fuel are pumped 72 feet aft.
A: FWD 22'-11", AFT 22'-09"
B: FWD 23'-00", AFT 23'-00"
C: FWD 23'-02", AFT 23'-01"
D: FWD 23'-03", AFT 23'-05"
2358: Your vessel's drafts are FWD 20'-08", AFT 23'-00". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if 195
tons of cargo are discharged 76 feet aft of amidships.
A: FWD 20'-05", AFT 21'-11"
B: FWD 20'-07", AFT 22'-01"
C: FWD 20'-11", AFT 22'-00"
D: FWD 21'-03", AFT 22'-04"
2359: An example of a grade D product is ____________________.
A: heavy fuel oil
B: aviation gas grade 115/145
C: kerosene
D: commercial gasoline
2360: According to regulations, ethylene oxide shall be loaded at
a temperature below ____________________.
A: 90² F
B: 70² F
C: 51² F
D: its flash point
2362: A tankerman who permits or causes oil to go into a navigable
waterway may be punished federally by __________________.
A: fine
B: imprisonment
C: suspension or revocation of tankerman's document
D: All of the above
2363: Use the material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book. If the KG is 22.0 feet, and
the drafts are: FWD 23'-06", AFT 24'-03"; at what angle will
the vessel lose positive stability?
A: 76ø
B: 84ø
C: 89ø
D: 98ø
2364: Your vessel is limited to a maximum draft of 27'-06". The
present drafts are: FWD 24'-10", AFT 26'-00". How much
more cargo can be loaded and where should it be located if
a drag of 1 foot is desired? (Use the reference material
in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: 950 tons 2.5 feet forward of the tipping center
B: 950 tons 5.6 feet aft of amidships
C: 1250 tons 4.3 feet forward of amidships
D: 1250 tons 1.4 feet aft of the tipping center
2365: The space around a pipe in a wellbore, the outer wall of
which may be the wall of either the borehole or the casing,
is the ______________.
A: open hole
B: down hole
C: bore
D: annulus
2366: What type of vent is required on a barge transporting No. 6
fuel oil?
A: Gooseneck vents fitted with flame screens
B: Pressure-vacuum
C: Branch vent line
D: Vent header
2367: The person or company, either proprietor or lessee, actually
operating an oil well or lease is the ______________.
A: production company
B: company representative
C: drilling contractor
D: operator
2368: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 22'-02", AFT 25'-08"
B: FWD 21'-07", AFT 26'-03"
C: FWD 20'-11", AFT 26'-09"
D: FWD 20'-09", AFT 26'-11"
2369: Which temperature would indicate a grade B flammable liquid?
A: 85ø F
B: 90ø F or above
C: 80ø F or above
D: 150ø F
2370: According to the Chemical Data Guide, the flammable limits
of ethylene oxide are ________________.
A: 1.85 - 48.0%
B: 2 - 100%
C: 2.7 - 34%
D: 1.9 - 88.0%
2371: What does the term "head" mean when applied to a fire pump?
A: Length of the discharge pipe
B: Height of the discharge pipe
C: Difference between the discharge and suction pressures
D: Sum of discharge and suction pressures
2372: Use the material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book. If the KG is 23.0 feet, and
the drafts are: FWD 15'-03", AFT 15'-09"; at what angle will
the vessel lose positive stability?
A: 57²
B: 72²
C: 81²
D: 90²
2373: An uncontrolled flow of gas, oil, or other well fluids
into the atmosphere is called a ____________.
A: flow
B: breakout
C: kick
D: blowout
2374: You are offloading garbage to another ship. Your records
must identify that ship by name and show her __________.
A: home port
B: next port-of-call
C: Master
D: official number
2375: An entry of water, gas, oil, or other formation fluid into
the wellbore is called a ____________.
A: blowout
B: kick
C: gusher
D: flow
2376: A vessel is limited to a maximum draft of 26'-03". The
present drafts are: FWD 21'-04", AFT 24'-06". How much
more cargo can be loaded and where should it be located
if a drag of 1 foot is desired? (Use the reference material
in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: 1676 tons 18 feet forward of amidships
B: 1676 tons 18 feet forward of the tipping center
C: 1972 tons 16 feet forward of amidships
D: 1972 tons 16 feet forward of the tipping center
2377: The operation of hoisting the drill stem out of and
returning it to the wellbore is called a ______________.
A: fish
B: thribble
C: trip
D: tour
2378: A vessel's drafts are FWD 23'-01", AFT 24'-11". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if: (1)
142 tons are discharged 122 forward of amidships; (2) 321
tons are loaded 82 feet forward of amidships; and (3) 74
tons are discharged 62 feet aft of amidships.
A: FWD 23'-05", AFT 24'-00"
B: FWD 23'-06", AFT 24'-02"
C: FWD 23'-07", AFT 24'-03"
D: FWD 23'-09", AFT 24'-05"
2379: Regulations require that access to a cargo pumproom in a
tank vessel carrying grade D liquid cargo, shall be
___________________________.
A: away from galleys, living quarters, or navigation spaces
B: only from areas equipped with power ventilation systems
C: from the open deck
D: isolated from sources of vapor ignition
2380: Access to a cargo pumproom on a tank vessel carrying grades
A, B, C or D liquid cargoes shall be _____________________.
A: at least 13.1 feet away from the galleys, living quarters or
navigation spaces
B: from the open deck
C: only from areas equipped with power ventilation systems
D: isolated from any part of the vessel which normally contains
sources of vapor ignition
2381: Beyond the area of state ownership in the U.S. outer
continental shelf, the right to drill is controlled by
the _________________.
A: U.S. Coast Guard
B: Minerals Management Service
C: American Bureau of Shipping
D: U.S. Corps of Engineers
2382: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 18'-09", AFT 20'-03". How
much more cargo can be loaded to have the vessel down to the
freeboard draft? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 4521 tons
B: 5349 tons
C: 7242 tons
D: 9750 tons
2384: Use the material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book. If the KG is 24.2 feet, and
the drafts are: FWD 23'-04", AFT 24'-05"; at what angle will
the vessel lose positive stability?
A: 67²
B: 71²
C: 75²
D: 79²
2385: When drilling from a MODU, the conductor casing is landed
with its top extending to just ______________.
A: above the sea floor
B: below the drill floor
C: below sea level
D: below the sea floor
2390: According to the Chemical Data Guide, ethylene oxide
exhibits which fire and explosion hazard?
A: It breaks down into highly toxic fumes of bromides.
B: It reacts with water to provide flammable vapors.
C: It does not need oxygen for combustion.
D: Its flash point is 80.4² F.
2391: When fire pumps are used for other than firefighting
services, each pipe connecting the other service (except for
branch lines used for deck washing) must have a __________.
A: check valve installed in the line
B: shut off valve at a manifold near the pump
C: quick disconnect union within ten feet of the pump
D: regulator in the line set at 125 psi
2392: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 13'-11", AFT 16'-05". How
much more cargo can be loaded to have the vessel down to the
freeboard draft? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 7109 tons
B: 7316 tons
C: 7432 tons
D: 7779 tons
2393: An integral part of a blowout preventer that serves as the
closing element on an open hole, and whose ends do not fit
around the drill pipe but seal against each other and shut
off the space below completely is the _______________.
A: shear ram
B: blind ram
C: pipe ram
D: annular ram
2394: Your vessel's drafts are FWD 24'-09", AFT 27'-01". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if 122
tons are discharged 76 feet aft of amidships, 128 tons are
discharged 54 feet forward of amidships, and 68 tons of fuel
is pumped 48 feet aft.
A: FWD 24'-01", AFT 26'-08"
B: FWD 24'-02", AFT 26'-11"
C: FWD 24'-04", AFT 26'-08"
D: FWD 24'-05", AFT 26'-02"
2395: A negative metacentric height __________.
A: should always be immediately corrected
B: will always cause a vessel to capsize
C: always results from off-center weights
D: All of the above are correct
2396: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 17'-05", AFT 20'-01"; and the
KG is 25.6 feet. What is the righting moment when the
vessel is inclined to 45²? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 17,222 foot-tons
B: 18,477 foot-tons
C: 19,498 foot-tons
D: 20,002 foot-tons
2399: Sixty (60) tons of cargo are raised with a heavy lift boom
45 feet from the centerline. The vessel's displacement
including the weight lifted is 18,400 tons. The angle of
list caused by the suspended weight is 1.5ø, KM is 28.75
ft., and BM is 17.25 ft. What is the KG?
A: 11.65 feet
B: 22.85 feet
C: 23.15 feet
D: 23.82 feet
2400: You are transferring a cargo of ethyl chloride and a small
amount spills into the water around your vessel. The
Chemical Data Guide indicates that the solubility of ethyl
chloride in water will be ___.
A: negligible
B: slight
C: moderate
D: complete
2401: A high-velocity fog stream can be used in fire fighting
situations to drive heat and smoke ahead of the fire
fighters in a passageway. This technique should only be
used when _________________.
A: using a 2-1/2 inch hose
B: there is an outlet for the smoke and heat
C: the fire is totally contained by the ship's structure
D: at least two fog streams can be used
2402: How should the lifeboat sea painter be rigged?
A: Spliced into the ring on the stem post
B: Secured by a toggle around the outboard side of a forward
thwart
C: Secured by a toggle to the stem post and led outboard of the
falls
D: Secured to the inboard side of the forward thwart and led
inboard of the falls
2403: A frame with two, or sometimes four, arms through which are
threaded the guidelines and which is used to keep the
drill stem and bit in line with the center opening in the
temporary guide base is the _______.
A: drill stem guide
B: guide frame
C: drill string frame
D: casing guide
2404: Regulations require that cargo tanks carrying grades D or E
liquids on tank barges be vented with _____________________.
A: gooseneck vents and flame screens
B: pressure-vacuum relief valves
C: branch vent lines and a vent header
D: forced draft blowers
2405: The heavy three-, four-, or six-sided length of pipe
suspended from the swivel through the rotary table and
connected to the topmost joint of drill pipe to turn the
drill stem as the rotary table turns is called the ________.
A: swivel
B: bail
C: kelly
D: cock
2406: Your vessel is limited to a maximum draft of 26'-03". The
present drafts are: FWD 22'-10", AFT 23'-08". How much more
cargo can be loaded and where should it be located if a drag
of 18 inches is desired? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 875 tons 6 feet aft of amidships
B: 950 tons 8 feet forward of the tipping center
C: 1323 tons 7 feet aft of the tipping center
D: 1452 tons 7 feet aft of the tipping center
2408: If your asphalt barge has operated more than 12 months in
saltwater in the 24 month period since it was last
dry-docked, when is it required to be hauled out again?
A: 12 months since last dry-docking
B: 18 months since last dry-docking
C: 24 months since last dry-docking
D: 36 months since last dry-docking
2409: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 14'-04", AFT 15'-02"; and the
KG is 23.2 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the angle of list if the center of gravity is shifted 1.0
foot off the centerline.
A: 9ø
B: 12ø
C: 15ø
D: 17ø
2410: Grade A flammable liquids are those with a Reid vapor
pressure of _________________.
A: 5 to 8 1/2 psia
B: more than 8 1/2 psia but less than 14 psia
C: 14 psia or more
D: None of the above
2411: The storage device for nitrogen-pressurized hydraulic fluid,
which is used in closing the blowout preventers is called
the _________________.
A: actuator
B: annulus
C: accumulator
D: annular preventer
2412: Use the floodable length curve in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book. If the curve
represents 45 percent permeability and number 5 hold
floods, the vessel will sink if the permeability exceeds
what percent?
A: 66%
B: 70%
C: 74%
D: 79%
2413: Signaling by flag hoist is completed by the vessel hoisting
the ____.
A: signal AR
B: code flag N
C: code flag R
D: answering pennant
2414: The flash point of a product is 100² F. What can happen if
it is heated above 110² F?
A: It will boil off to the atmosphere.
B: It may burn and explode if an ignition source is present.
C: It will become less volatile and easier to handle.
D: None of the above
2415: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1171.5 tons
B: 1311.0 tons
C: 1503.0 tons
D: 1710.5 tons
2418: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 24'-07", AFT 25'-09"; and the
KG is 23.2 feet. What is the righting moment when the
vessel is inclined to 45²? (Use the reference material
in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: 44,008 foot-tons
B: 44,778 foot-tons
C: 45,428 foot-tons
D: 47,304 foot-tons
2420: What is an example of a grade A flammable liquid?
A: iso - Propylamine
B: Acetone
C: Morpholine
D: Ethyl acetate
2422: What is the threshold limit value (TLV) for a product of
PHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE?
A: 1 ppm
B: 2 ppm
C: 3 ppm
D: 4 ppm
2423: A large valve, usually installed above the ram preventers,
that forms a seal in the annular space between the pipe and
wellbore or, if no pipe is present, on the wellbore itself
is called the ____________.
A: annular blowout preventer
B: annulus
C: accumulator
D: automatic choke
2425: Every seaman injured on a fishing vessel must report
the injury to the Master, individual in charge, or other
agent of the employer _____________.
A: before the end of the voyage
B: no later than 24 hours after the vessel docks
C: no later than 7 days after the injury occurred
D: only if the injury prevents him from working
2426: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 17'-05", AFT 20'-01"; and the
KG is 22.4 feet. What is the righting moment when the
vessel is inclined to 15²? (Use the reference material
in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: 10,697 foot-tons
B: 12,340 foot-tons
C: 13,980 foot-tons
D: 17,520 foot-tons
2427: What is the female section of a tool joint called?
A: Stem
B: Pin
C: Box
D: Stand
2428: What is the flash point of iso - Hexane?
A: -10² Fahrenheit
B: 20² Centigrade
C: 68² Fahrenheit
D: 152² Centigrade
2429: A vessel trimmed by the stern has a _____________.
A: list
B: drag
C: set
D: sheer
2430: What is an example of a grade A flammable liquid?
A: Ethylene dibromide
B: Methyl alcohol
C: Nonyl phenol
D: Pentane
2431: A device used to enlarge the size of an existing bore hole,
having teeth arranged on its outside circumference to cut
the formation as it rotates is a(n) ________________.
A: enlarger bit
B: casing bit
C: hole opener
D: casing opener
2432: You are loading propanolamine and spill a small quantity on
deck. According to the Chemical Data Guide, you would expect
its odor to be ______________________.
A: sweet
B: similar to turpentine
C: fishy
D: similar to ammonia
2433: The pipe and special fittings used on floating offshore
drilling rigs to establish a connection between the top of
the wellbore, which is on the ocean floor, and the drilling
equipment, located above the surface of the water, is called
a _________.
A: marine riser pipe
B: marine casing
C: guide pipe
D: guide base casing
2434: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 14'-11", AFT 16'-01"; and the
KG is 24.4 feet. What is the righting moment when the
vessel is inclined to 30²? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 34,960 foot-tons
B: 22,870 foot-tons
C: 19,360 foot-tons
D: 18,240 foot-tons
2435: The joint of the riser in a marine riser system that
compensates for heave, the up-and-down motion of a floater,
is the ____.
A: flex joint
B: slip joint
C: heave joint
D: riser joint
2436: Your vessel's drafts are FWD 20'-09", AFT 21'-01". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if: (1)
320 tons are loaded 47 feet forward of amidships; (2) 82
tons are discharged 110 feet forward of amidships; and (3)
50 tons of fuel are pumped 60 feet forward.
A: FWD 21'-05", AFT 21'-00"
B: FWD 21'-06", AFT 21'-02"
C: FWD 21'-04", AFT 21'-05"
D: FWD 21'-04", AFT 21'-06"
2437: A heavy steel device that is set on the sea floor and used
as a drilling template in offshore drilling operations is
called a _______.
A: temporary guide base
B: permanent guide base
C: guide frame
D: foundation template
2438: Your vessel's drafts are FWD 20'-08", AFT 23'-00". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if 95 tons
of cargo are loaded 76 feet forward of amidships.
A: FWD 21'-01", AFT 22'-11"
B: FWD 20'-09", AFT 22'-09"
C: FWD 20'-09", AFT 23'-01"
D: FWD 20'-08", AFT 23'-00"
2439: If you observe any situation which presents a safety or
pollution hazard during fuel transfer operations which
action should you take FIRST?
A: Close the valves at the transfer manifold.
B: Notify the person in charge of the shore facility.
C: Shut down the transfer operation.
D: Sound the fire alarm.
2440: According to the Chemical Data Guide, what does ethyl
chloride produce when ignited?
A: Toxic fumes of oxides of nitrogen
B: Toxic fumes of lead
C: Poisonous phosgene gas
D: Poisonous chlorine gas
2441: A set of clamps that are latched onto the drill pipe to
allow the driller to raise or lower the drill string out of
or into the hole are the _________________.
A: lifts
B: collars
C: elevators
D: clamps
2442: The international shore connection _____.
A: allows hook up of fire fighting water from shore facilities
B: satisfies pollution prevention requirements
C: allows emergency use of the fire main for deballasting
D: permits discharge of waste oil to shore facilities
2443: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 4.0 feet
B: 5.6 feet
C: 6.0 feet
D: 6.8 feet
2447: The connected joints of pipe, usually made of three
joints of pipe approximately 90 feet long, racked in the
derrick when making a trip are called a ___________.
A: string
B: stand
C: joint
D: standpipe
2448: A person on a fixed or floating platform engaged in oil
exploration MAY discharge food waste into the sea when the
distance from the nearest land is at least _____________.
A: 3 nautical miles
B: 5 nautical miles
C: 12 nautical miles
D: 25 nautical miles
2449: You are loading epichlorohydrin onto your barge. According
to the Chemical Data Guide, you could expect to detect a
leak by smell if the concentration in air was at least
________________.
A: 2 ppm
B: 10 - 25 ppm
C: 40 ppm
D: 105 ppm
2450: During transfer operations, ethyl chloride spills into the
water. According to the Chemical Data Guide, the ethyl
chloride will boil off if the water temperature is above
___________________.
A: 46² F
B: 54² F
C: 60² F
D: 68² F
2451: The end of the joint with the exterior threads is
called the _____.
A: pin
B: stem
C: box
D: stand
2452: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 22'-03", AFT 22'-09"; and the
KG is 23.2 feet. What is the righting moment when the
vessel is inclined to 30²? (Use the reference material
in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: 18,790 foot-tons
B: 22,200 foot-tons
C: 25,520 foot-tons
D: 44,080 foot-tons
2453: A tool consisting of a handle and releasable chain used
for turning pipe or fittings of a diameter larger than
that which a pipe wrench would fit is called ___________.
A: breakout wrench
B: makeup tongs
C: chain tongs
D: pipe spinner
2454: In order to determine the fire and explosion hazard data for
naphtha, you would use that information contained in the
Chemical Data Guide for which chemical?
A: Treacle
B: Napthalene
C: Tar camphor
D: Mineral spirits
2455: The element used to keep weight on the bit at a
constant value in spite of up-and-down movement of a
MODU during floating drilling operations is the heave
or drill string _______________.
A: compensator
B: tensioner
C: stabilizer
D: equalizer
2456: According to the Chemical Data Guide, epichlorohydrin is
a(n) ________.
A: corrosive
B: class B poison
C: oxidizer
D: explosive
2457: What is a grooved pulley?
A: Sheave
B: Slip
C: Block
D: Reeve
2458: To find the product Valeral in the Chemical Data Guide, you
would have to look up the product _____________________.
A: Acrylic acid
B: iso-Valeraldehyde
C: n-Valeraldeheyde
D: Vinyl acetate
2459: A virtual rise in the center of gravity may be caused by
______.
A: filling a partially filled tank
B: using fuel from a pressed fuel tank
C: emptying a partially filled tank
D: transferring ballast from the forepeak to the after peak
2460: During transfer operations, a quantity of propylamine spills
on deck. According to the Chemical Data Guide, the correct
procedure would be to _________________.
A: immediately flush the spill with large quantities of fresh
water
B: cover the contaminated surface with soda-ash-soaked lime
solution
C: add sodium bisulfate on the contaminated surface and spray
it down with water
D: move to a position upwind of the spill and allow the product
to boil off
2461: A special device that, when fitted into the rotary table,
transmits torque to the kelly and simultaneously permits
vertical movement of the kelly to make the hole is called a
_________________.
A: master bushing
B: kelly slips
C: kelly bushing
D: rotary bushing
2462: If a leak occurred while loading diethylenetriamine, the
chemical data guide indicates you would smell an odor
similar to ________.
A: ammonia
B: rotten eggs
C: gasoline
D: None of the above
2463: A heavy, thick-walled tube, usually steel, used between
the drill pipe and the bit in the drill stem to weight the
bit in order to improve its performance is called a ______.
A: heavy-walled drill pipe
B: tool joint
C: down hole tool
D: drill collar
2464: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 3.9 feet
B: 4.3 feet
C: 4.7 feet
D: 5.1 feet
2465: The element that supports the weight of the drill stem,
allows the drill stem to rotate, and provides a
pressure-tight seal and passageway for the drilling mud to
be pumped down the inside of the drill stem is called the
___________________.
A: swivel
B: bail
C: kelly
D: cock
2466: According to regulations, access to a cargo pumproom in a
tank vessel carrying grades C or D liquid cargo shall be
__________________.
A: from areas equipped with power ventilation
B: only from enclosed areas free from sources of vapor
ignition
C: from the open deck
D: from within the vessel
2467: To prevent the riser system from buckling under its own
weight, upward tension is provided by the ___________.
A: riser stabilizers
B: guideline tensioning system
C: riser tensioning system
D: guideline stabilizers
2468: What is NOT classified as a flammable liquid?
A: Methyl alcohol
B: Heptane
C: Mineral spirits
D: iso-Hexane
2469: According to the regulations, cargo pumprooms on tank
vessels (constructed in 1965) handling grade C liquid cargo
shall have power ventilation systems which can completely
change the air in ______.
A: 1 minute
B: 3 minutes
C: 5 minutes
D: 10 minutes
2470: According to the Chemical Data Guide, propylene oxide is
assigned a health hazard rating of 3,2,2. The last digit "2"
of the rating means ___________________.
A: chemical vapors will cause a slight smarting of the eyes or
respiratory system if present in high concentrations
B: the chemical contains fairly severe skin irritants, causing
second- and third-degree burns after a few minutes contact
C: the chemical poison presents some hazard if it enters the
body and typically has threshold limits of 100 to 500 ppm
D: the chemical is severely hazardous, usually having threshold
limits below 10 ppm
2471: The device that allows a floating MODU to sway without
bending the marine riser system is the _______.
A: yaw joint
B: sway joint
C: slip joint
D: flex or ball joint
2472: Which cargo grade(s) are permitted by regulations to be
carried on a barge in tanks fitted only with gooseneck vents
and flame screens?
A: B only
B: B or C
C: C or D
D: D or E
2473: In very deep water drilling, it becomes necessary to reduce
tension caused by the weight of the riser joints. This is
accomplished by using a(n) __________________.
A: aluminum riser
B: tapered riser
C: buoyant riser
D: intermediate tensioner
2474: Your vessel's drafts are FWD 19'-03", AFT 21'-07". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if 142
tons of cargo are loaded 86 feet forward of amidships.
A: FWD 18'-09", AFT 21'-04"
B: FWD 18'-10", AFT 21'-01"
C: FWD 19'-10", AFT 21'-08"
D: FWD 19'-11", AFT 21'-04"
2475: Your fishing vessel is required to have a compass. It must
also have a(n) _________________.
A: deviation table
B: radar reflector
C: electronic position-fixing device
D: copy of the Sailing Directions
2476: Which tank barges require draft marks?
A: Notch barges over 1000 GT
B: Tank barges over 100 GT
C: Tank barges over 50 GT
D: All tank barges
2478: Depending on its concentration, which product(s) can be
classified as either grade D or E?
A: Sulfuric acid
B: Formaldehyde solutions 37% to 50%
C: 1,1,1-trichloroethane
D: All of the above
2479: Coast Guard regulations require a shipboard Oil Pollution
Emergency Plan to be reviewed __________.
A: annually
B: once every two years
C: once every four years
D: once every five years
2480: According to the Chemical Data Guide, what is NOT a
recommended extinguishing agent for an ethyl chloride fire?
A: CO2
B: Alcohol foam
C: Dry chemical
D: Water fog
2482: If a cargo of kerosene were considered "too lean" to
explode, then it must be ________________________.
A: above the "explosive range"
B: within the "explosive range"
C: below the "explosive range"
D: None of the above
2483: You are keeping the required garbage disposal records.
The amount of garbage disposed must be stated in __________.
A: cubic meters
B: both cubic meters and cubic feet
C: both kilos and pounds
D: barrels of 55 gallon capacity
2484: Who may approve cargo piping to pass through a machinery
space for a barge designed to carry only grade E products?
A: American Bureau of Shipping
B: National Cargo Bureau
C: Commandant, U.S. Coast Guard
D: Vessel owner
2485: A drilling bit which is doughnut shaped to permit recovery
of the center portion of the hole drilled is called
a _________________.
A: diverter bit
B: hole reamer
C: core bit
D: conventional bit
2486: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 5.0 ft
B: Available GM 5.4 ft
C: Available GM 6.1 ft
D: Available GM 6.8 ft
2487: The wire ropes of the riser tensioning system are attached
to the ________________.
A: outer barrel of the telescoping joint
B: inner barrel of the telescoping joint
C: marine riser connector
D: ball joint
2488: If a crew member is exposed to phenol by way of skin or eye
contact, you should IMMEDIATELY _______________________.
A: administer oxygen
B: treat victim for shock
C: flush skin and eyes with water
D: give victim stimulant
2489: According to the Chemical Data Guide, which extinguishing
agent should be used on a petrolatum fire in an open area?
A: CO2
B: Dry chemical
C: Monoxide powders
D: Foam
2490: Which extinguishing agent is effective in combating an
isoprene fire?
A: Dry chemicals
B: CO2
C: Foam
D: All the above
2491: The platform that supports the derrickman when tripping
pipe is called the __________________.
A: Texas deck
B: water table
C: stabbing board
D: monkey board
2492: At sea, you are approaching a small vessel and see that it
has the signal flag "P" hoisted. What should you do?
A: Proceed on present course and speed since the vessel is
stopped and making no way through the water.
B: Keep clear of the vessel because it has a diver down.
C: Attempt to call the vessel on VHF radiotelephone because
someone on board requires medical assistance.
D: Approach with caution because the vessel is a fishing vessel
and its nets are fouled on an obstruction.
2493: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1171.5 tons
B: 1311.0 tons
C: 1503.0 tons
D: 1710.5 tons
2494: An example of a grade C product is ___________________.
A: naphtha, vm and p
B: tridecanol
C: cottonseed oil
D: camphor oil
2495: A series of trays with sieves that vibrate to remove
cuttings from the circulating fluid in rotary drilling
operations is called the _____.
A: shale shaker
B: settling pit
C: desilter
D: desander
2496: What type of vent system would a barge of acrylonitrile
have?
A: Open
B: Pressure-vacuum
C: Safety relief
D: Rupture disk
2497: In MODU drilling operations, the term tripping means ______.
A: releasing the tongs from the drill pipe
B: welding hard metal to tool joints
C: hoisting drill pipe out of and returning it to the wellbore
D: sliding a joint of drill pipe down to the pipe rack ramp
2498: Which product is volatile?
A: Benzene
B: Diesel fuel
C: Coal tar
D: Heavy industrial fuel oil
2499: What is an example of a grade B flammable liquid?
A: Allyl alcohol
B: Phenol
C: Acetaldehyde
D: Carbon disulfide
2500: According to the Chemical Data Guide, which extinguishing
agent is NOT recommended for use in fighting an ethylamine
fire?
A: Alcohol foam
B: Carbon dioxide
C: Dry chemical
D: Water fog
2501: The SS NORTHLAND is loaded to drafts: FWD 20'-06", AFT
24'-00". The KG is 29.6 feet. Use the salmon pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the angle of list
if #6 starboard tank is fully loaded with 1624 tons of salt
water ballast (VCG is 36.5 feet off the centerline).
A: 3.4²
B: 4.2²
C: 4.9²
D: 6.0²
2502: The international shore connection ________.
A: permits discharge of waste oil
B: allows hook up of fire hoses from a dock or another vessel
C: satisfies pollution prevention requirements
D: allows emergency use of the fire main for deballasting
2504: A reinspection of the vessel shall be made between which of
the following months while the Certificate of Inspection
is valid?
A: 8 - 12 months
B: 10 - 12 months
C: 10 - 14 months
D: 12 - 14 months
2505: The helicopter deck of a MODU must be marked with the units
identification, appropriate aiming circles, and a continuous
line on the perimeter which is _______.
A: 8 inches wide
B: 16 inches wide
C: 24 inches wide
D: 32 inches wide
2506: Grade E combustible liquids are those having flash points of
______.
A: 80² F or less
B: greater than 80² F and less than 115² F
C: greater than 115² F and less than 150² F
D: 150² F or greater
2507: When using a crane for transferring personnel in a basket,
the load hook must be equipped with a ________________.
A: moused shackle
B: safety latch
C: safety belt for each rider
D: quick-release device
2508: What is the TLV of cyclohexanol?
A: 20 ppm
B: 30 ppm
C: 40 ppm
D: 50 ppm
2509: How many portable fire extinguishers are required in the
cargo tank area of an unmanned tank barge during cargo
transfer, if the barge has no cargo pumps of her own?
A: One
B: Two
C: Three
D: None
2510: Camphor oil is classified as a ___________________.
A: Grade A flammable liquid
B: Grade C flammable liquid
C: Grade D combustible liquid
D: Grade E combustible liquid
2511: When lowering a personnel net to pick up personnel from a
boat, the personnel basket should be __________________.
A: lowered over open water
B: tied to the vessel with a tag line
C: dropped in the water
D: tied to the rig with a tag line
2512: Which of the following product(s) would be classified as
grade E?
A: Gasoline
B: Bunker C
C: Kerosene
D: All of the above
2513: The maximum number of personnel allowed on a personnel
transfer basket is ____________________.
2514: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 14'-11", AFT 16'-01"; and the
KG is 23.2 feet. What is the righting moment when the
vessel is inclined to 15ø? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 3,800 foot-tons
B: 7,600 foot-tons
C: 9,880 foot-tons
D: 15,200 foot-tons
2515: Before personnel are lifted from a vessel in a personnel
basket, the vessel should be ________________________
A: directly under the boom
B: moving away from the boom
C: stopped dead in the water
D: tied to the boom
2516: When heated to breakdown, tetraethyl or tetramethyl lead
compounds emit highly toxic fumes of ___________________.
A: hydrogen gas
B: lead
C: bromide
D: phosgene
2517: When may a personnel net be used to bring heavy equipment
aboard an offshore drilling unit?
A: Only when the seas are calm
B: Only during rough weather
C: Only when there are no personnel in the net
D: Never
2518: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 4.0 feet
B: 5.6 feet
C: 6.0 feet
D: 6.8 feet
2519: What are the venting requirements for a barge with a cargo
of adiponitrile?
A: Pressure-vacuum relief valves
B: Open venting
C: Gooseneck vents fitted with flame screens
D: Closed venting with a vapor recovery system
2520: According to the Chemical Data Guide, which material is not
compatible with vinylidene chloride (inhibited)?
A: Aluminum
B: Nickel
C: Copper or copper alloys
D: Stainless steel
2521: To enable tying down a helicopter on the landing area of a
MODU, the landing deck must be fitted with _____________.
A: recessed tie down points
B: hydraulically lifted bitts
C: air tuggers
D: fixed cleats
2522: What best describes benzene?
A: Clear colorless liquid with an acrid odor
B: Clear colorless liquid with an aromatic odor
C: Brownish liquid, odorless
D: Brownish liquid, with an acrid odor
2523: How many B-II fire extinguishers must be in the machinery
space of a 75-foot long fishing vessel propelled by engines
with 2000 brake horsepower?
2524: What characteristic determines when a grade "C" product will
start to vaporize?
A: Its filling density
B: Its ignition point
C: The flammable range
D: Its flash point
2525: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 5.26 ft
B: Available GM 4.24 ft
C: Available GM 4.11 ft
D: Available GM 4.01 ft
2526: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 4.2 ft
B: Available GM 3.9 ft
C: Available GM 3.7 ft
D: Available GM 3.5 ft
2527: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1171.5 tons
B: 1311.0 tons
C: 1503.0 tons
D: 1710.5 tons
2529: What is a grade B flammable liquid?
A: Ethylene oxide
B: Paraldehyde
C: Chlorallylene
D: Allyl alcohol
2530: Regulations require that cargo pumprooms on tank barges
(constructed in 1965) carrying grades B or C liquid cargoes
have power ventilation systems which can completely change
the air in _____________.
A: 1 minute
B: 3 minutes
C: 5 minutes
D: 10 minutes
2532: THe appearance of Bunker C and fuel oils are dark colored
liquids, and __________ .
A: soluble oils
B: slop oils
C: cutting oils
D: viscous oils
2533: An obstruction on a helideck is any object that might
present a hazard to the ______________.
A: rotor blades and landing gear
B: unloading of passengers
C: loading of cargo
D: pilot's visibility
2534: According to the Chemical Data Guide, which reactive
group(s) is/are not compatible with the products polybutene
and o-xylene?
A: Nitric acid
B: Amides
C: Alcohols, glycols
D: Phenols, cresols
2535: The connection facilities for the international shore
connection must be located to provide access _____________.
A: on either side of the vessel
B: as close as possible to the house
C: on the main deck
D: on each level of the accommodation space
2536: To prevent the spread of fire by conduction you should
_____________.
A: shut off all electrical power
B: close all openings to the area
C: cool the bulkheads around the fire
D: remove combustibles from direct exposure
2537: Which statement(s) is(are) TRUE regarding heaving-to?
A: A sloop will heave to with her jib and mainsail aback.
B: A ketch will heave to with her jib and mizzen aback.
C: A yawl will heave to with her jib aback, main sheet
eased, and her mizzen sheeted in.
D: All of the above are correct.
2538: According to the Chemical Data Guide, fuel oil number 6 has
a flash point (degrees F) of __________________.
A: 65
B: 80 - 100
C: 110 - 140
D: 150 - 430(cc)
2539: If you came into contact with nitrobenzene while
disconnecting the cargo hose, you should be aware that it is
__________________.
A: highly toxic when absorbed through the skin
B: a blood poison
C: a nerve poison
D: All of the above
2540: The MINIMUM ventilation requirements for pumprooms on tank
vessels (constructed in 1960) carrying grades B or C liquid
cargo with machinery spaces located below the freeboard deck
specify _________.
A: gooseneck vents and flame screens
B: that it be connected to a vent header system
C: that it be power ventilation
D: that it be fitted with at least two ducts extended to the
weather deck
2541: When lifting loads from a boat in heavy weather, the load
should be taken when the boat ______________________.
A: reaches the crest
B: begins to fall
C: begins to rise
D: reaches the trough
2542: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 21'-08", AFT 24'-02". The LCG
of the forepeak is 200 feet forward of amidships. How many
tons of ballast must be pumped into the forepeak in order to
have a drag of 15 inches? (Use the selected stability
curves in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: 72 tons
B: 77 tons
C: 82 tons
D: 87 tons
2543: The boom stops are installed on an offshore crane to ______.
A: prevent the boom from being raised too high
B: prevent the boom from swinging
C: support the boom when not in use
D: prevent the boom from being lowered
2544: Triethylene glycol fires may be extinguished by
_________.
A: dry chemical
B: alcohol foam
C: carbon dioxide
D: All of the above
2545: On a MODU crane, the boom indicator tells the operator what
the boom angle is compared to the _______________.
A: vertical position
B: horizontal position
C: boom stop angle
D: minimum radius angle
2546: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 24'-07", AFT 25'-09"; and the
KG is 24.0 feet. What is the righting moment when the
vessel is inclined to 15²? (Use the selected stability
curves in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book)
A: 5,202 foot-tons
B: 9,198 foot-tons
C: 10,876 foot-tons
D: 11,424 foot-tons
2547: On a MODU crane, the load chart relates the allowable load
to the combination of boom length and _______.
A: boom angle
B: boom strength
C: load radius
D: cable strength
2548: According to regulations, which grade(s) of cargo may be
carried in tanks that are vented only with gooseneck vents
and flame screens?
A: B only
B: B or C
C: C or D
D: D or E
2549: Vessels A and B are identical; however, "A" is more tender
than "B". This means that "A" relative to "B" has a _____.
A: lower KG
B: smaller GM
C: smaller roll angle
D: larger GZ
2550: According to regulations, how many B-II hand portable fire
extinguishers are required in the cargo tank area of an
unmanned, cargo pump-equipped tank barge engaged in
transferring grade B flammable liquids?
A: One
B: Two
C: Three
D: None
2551: The load chart of a MODU crane enables the operator to
combine the load radius with boom length to determine
the __________________.
A: maximum counter weight required
B: minimum horsepower required
C: hoist rope strength
D: allowable load
2555: When hoisting personnel from a vessel, with the MODU cranes,
the crane operator must assure that ____________.
A: the personnel carrier remains directly over the vessel
B: all personnel are inside the net type carrier
C: the personnel carrier remains directly over water
D: he does not swing the load until it is above the landing
area
2556: Regulations require that pumprooms on tank vessels carrying
grade C liquid cargo with machinery spaces below the
freeboard deck be ventilated with ____________.
A: power ventilation
B: gooseneck vents and flame screens
C: at least two ducts extending to the weather deck
D: a vent header system
2557: When transferring personnel with a MODU crane, the weight
of the loaded personnel carrier must not exceed ________.
A: 1/2 of the static rated load at the lift radius
B: 1/3 of the static rated load at the lift radius
C: 1/2 of the breaking strength of the hoist rope times the
parts of line used
D: 1/3 of the breaking strength of the hoist rope times the
parts of line used
2558: Grade C liquids are those having a Reid vapor pressure of
_____.
A: 8-1/2 psi or less
B: 8-1/2 psi or more
C: 14 psi or less
D: 14 psi or more
2559: What is NOT a grade B flammable liquid?
A: tert-Butylamine
B: Allyl chloride
C: Ethyl chloride
D: Carbon disulfide
2560: Regulations require that cargo tanks in which grades B or C
liquids are carried must be vented with which of the
following?
A: Gooseneck vents
B: Flame screens
C: Pressure vacuum relief valves
D: Forced draft blowers
2561: The weight of the loaded personnel carrier, when
transferring personnel from a MODU with a crane, must not
exceed ________.
A: 2/3 of the static rated load at the lift radius
B: 1/2 of the static rated load at the lift radius
C: 1/5 of the breaking strength of the hoist rope times the
parts of the line used
D: 1/10 of the breaking strength of the hoist rope times the
parts of line used
2562: How many B-II fire extinguishers must be in the machinery
space of a 175-foot long fishing vessel propelled by engines
with 4000 brake horsepower?
2563: The hoist line primarily used for lifting personnel on
MODU cranes is called the ___________.
A: personnel line
B: whip line
C: main hoist line
D: pendant
2564: Use the floodable length curve in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book. If the curve
represents 45 percent permeability, and holds 1 and 2
flood, the vessel will sink if the permeability exceeds what
percent?
2565: Annual inspection of MODU cranes shall be conducted
by ____.
A: U.S. Coast Guard
B: the person in charge
C: a qualified inspector
D: the crane operator
2566: LFG tank and pipeline maintenance should include _____.
A: exclusion of all sand and solid matter
B: cleaning with clean fresh or sea water
C: examination for fractures and pitting
D: All of the above
2567: A MODU crane which has been idle for a period of over six
months shall be inspected to the same standards as a ______.
A: yearly inspection
B: quarterly inspection
C: monthly inspection
D: weekly inspection
2568: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 27'-06", AFT 28'-02"; and the
KG is 21.3 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 15² inclination.
A: 0.3 foot
B: 1.3 feet
C: 1.5 feet
D: 1.8 feet
2569: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 22'-03", AFT 22'-09"; and the
KG is 24.4 feet. What is the righting moment when the
vessel is inclined to 15²? (Use the reference material
in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: 5,800 foot-tons
B: 8,640 foot-tons
C: 12,760 foot-tons
D: 15,080 foot-tons
2570: What is NOT a requirement of the reinspection for a tank
barge with a certificate of inspection valid for two years?
A: The reinspection will be made between the fourteenth and
sixteenth months.
B: The inspector shall examine all accessible parts of the
vessels's hull.
C: The inspector shall examine the vessel's machinery as well
as equipment.
D: The scope of the reinspection shall be the same as for the
inspection for certification, but in less detail.
2571: You have abandoned ship in rough weather. After picking
up other survivors in your liferaft, what should you do
next?
A: Close up the entrances.
B: Top up the bouyancy tubes.
C: Prepare for the arrival of rescue units.
D: Decide on food and water rations.
2573: Medical treatment aboard a MODU should not go beyond
examination and emergency care without first consulting
__________________.
A: the designated medic aboard
B: the shore based superintendent
C: a medical doctor
D: the approved company medical manual
2574: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 27'-06", AFT 28'-02"; and the
KG is 23.1 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 60² inclination.
A: 0.9 foot
B: 1.8 feet
C: 2.7 feet
D: 4.5 feet
2578: Your vessel displaces 9,000 tons and has a KG of 21.2 feet.
What will be the length of the remaining righting arm at
an angle of inclination of 30² if the center of gravity
shifts 2.6 feet transversely? (Use the information in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 3.8 feet
B: 2.2 feet
C: 1.4 feet
D: 0.9 foot
2580: If your JP-5 barge has operated in saltwater for less than
1 month in the 12 month period since it was last dry-docked,
when is it required to be hauled out again?
A: 60 months since last dry-docking
B: 36 months since last dry-docking
C: 24 months since last dry-docking
D: 12 months since last dry-docking
2581: A continuous watertight bulkhead on a MODU is normally also
a(n) ________.
A: structural bulkhead
B: exterior bulkhead
C: centerline bulkhead
D: joiner bulkhead
2582: When the height of the metacenter is the same as the height
of the center of gravity, the metacentric height is equal to
________.
A: the height of the metacenter
B: the height of the center of gravity
C: half the height of the metacenter
D: zero
2584: The grade C flammable liquid phenylethane is found in the
Chemical Data Guide under the chemical name _______________.
A: ethyl cyanide
B: ethylbenzene
C: ethyl acetate
D: muriatic ether
2585: Vertical partitions which provide strength and
compartmentalization on a MODU are called ___________.
A: decks
B: bulkheads
C: joiner work
D: walls
2586: To which group of hydrocarbons do Benzene and Toluene
belong?
A: Ketone
B: Caustic
C: Aromatic
D: Alcohol
2587: Joiner bulkheads on a MODU provide _________________.
A: compartmentalization
B: watertight integrity
C: structural support
D: tank boundaries
2588: Which extinguishing agent is recommended in the Chemical
Data Guide for use on a carbon disulfide fire?
A: Alcohol foam
B: Dry chemical
C: Chemical foam
D: Water fog
2589: If you discharge garbage overboard in violation of the
regulations you are liable for up to _____________________.
A: $5,000 fine and one year imprisonment
B: $10,000 fine and two years imprisonment
C: $25,000 fine and three years imprisonment
D: $50,000 fine and five years imprisonment
2590: Regulations require that tank vessels handling grade B
liquids shall have their cargo pumps separated from all
sources of vapor ignition by ___________________.
A: cofferdams
B: empty cargo spaces
C: gas tight bulkheads
D: areas equipped with power ventilation
2591: Structural bulkheads on a MODU are usually _____________.
A: continuous
B: watertight
C: transverse
D: non-watertight
2593: Bulkheads which form part of the tanks on a MODU are
stiffened to withstand ___________________.
A: deck loads from above
B: dynamic forces while afloat
C: hydrostatic pressure
D: over-pressurization
2594: Use the floodable length curve in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book. If the
curve represents 45 percent permeability and number 3
hold floods, the vessel will sink if the permeability
exceeds what percent?
2596: Drinking salt water will _______________.
A: dehydrate you
B: prevent seasickness
C: be safe if mixed with fresh water
D: protect against heat cramps
2597: Reinforcing frames attached to a bulkhead on a MODU are
called _______.
A: side longitudinals
B: intercostals
C: stiffeners
D: brackets
2598: A vessel displaces 12,000 tons and has a KG of 22.8 feet.
What will be the length of the remaining righting arm at an
angle of inclination of 60ø if the center of gravity shifts
1.8 feet transversely? (Use the information in Section 1,
the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: -1.6 feet
B: -0.1 foot
C: 1.2 feet
D: 1.9 feet
2599: Oil fires are best extinguished by _____________.
A: cutting off the supply of oxygen
B: removing the fuel
C: cooling below the ignition temperature
D: spraying with water
2600: If your Bunker-C barge has operated in salt water for more
than 12 months in the 24 month period since it was last
dry-docked, when is it required to be hauled out again?
A: 36 months since last dry-docking
B: 24 months since last dry-docking
C: 18 months since last dry-docking
D: 12 months since last dry-docking
2601: In MODU construction, a greater number of watertight
bulkheads results in ___________________.
A: increased capacity to set flooding boundaries
B: decreased capacity to set flooding boundaries
C: reduced compartmentation
D: greater deck load capacity
2602: In order to determine the health hazard data for carbolic
acid, you would use that information contained in the
Chemical Data Guide for which chemical?
A: Acetic oxide
B: Carbinol
C: Carbon bisulfide
D: Phenol
2603: Where is the keel generally located on a MODU?
A: Along the midships axis
B: Along the centerline of the lower hulls
C: Along the roll axis of the hull
D: Along the axis of rotation of the hull
2604: Use the floodable length curve in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book. If the curve
represents 45 percent permeability, and holds 2 and 3
flood, the vessel will sink if the permeability exceeds what
percent?
2605: Your vessel's drafts are FWD 24'-02", AFT 24'-04". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if 295
tons of cargo are loaded 122 feet aft of amidships.
A: FWD 22'-08", AFT 26'-00"
B: FWD 22'-10", AFT 25'-09"
C: FWD 23'-04", AFT 26'-03"
D: FWD 23'-05", AFT 25'-11"
2607: The tendency of a grade "B" product to vaporize is indicated
by its ______.
A: flash point
B: convection index
C: flammable range
D: ignition temperature
2608: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 6.3 ft
B: Available GM 5.7 ft
C: Available GM 5.3 ft
D: Available GM 4.8 ft
2610: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of: FWD
21'-06.5", AFT 23'-05.4". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as shown. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of The Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 21'-07.1", AFT 23'-08.9"
B: FWD 21'-05.9", AFT 23'-01.9"
C: FWD 21'-03.0", AFT 23'-04.8"
D: FWD 21'-10.0", AFT 23'-06.0"
2611: The central longitudinal structural hull strength member of
the lower hulls of semisubmersible MODU's is called
the __________________.
A: stress plate
B: keel
C: rider plate
D: main beam
2612: What is NOT listed as a synonym for crude oil in the
Chemical Data Guide?
A: Rock oil
B: Mineral oil
C: Seneca oil
D: Earth crude
2613: What is required in addition to the heat, fuel, and oxygen
of the fire triangle to have a fire?
A: Smoke
B: Electricity
C: Chain reaction
D: Pressure
2614: What is required in addition to the heat, fuel, and oxygen
of the fire triangle to have a fire?
A: Smoke
B: Electricity
C: Pressure
D: Chain reaction
2615: On a MODU, the keel is the primary strength member of the
lower hull form in which direction?
A: transverse
B: diagonal
C: longitudinal
D: vertical
2616: According to the Chemical Data Guide, the flash point for
motor gasoline is _________________.
A: -40ø F
B: 100ø C
C: 199ø C
D: 495ø F
2617: Which is an exception to the garbage discharge requirements
in Annex V to MARPOL 73/78?
A: The garbage to be discharged will sink.
B: Garbage accumulation on board has exceeded storage space.
C: A person falls overboard, and a plastic ice chest is thrown
for flotation.
D: The destination port or terminal cannot receive garbage.
2618: What would NOT be a good extinguishing agent for a grade B
product of 1,3-Pentadiene?
A: Dry chemical
B: CO2
C: Foam
D: Water
2619: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1171.5 tons
B: 1311.0 tons
C: 1503.0 tons
D: 1710.5 tons
2620: According to the Chemical Data Guide, which extinguishing
agent is NOT recommended for use on a retinol fire?
A: Dry chemical
B: Foam
C: CO2
D: Water spray
2621: The decks of a MODU are supported by transverse members
called _________.
A: trusses
B: deck longitudinals
C: deck beams
D: web frames
2622: Liquefied flammable gas is defined as any flammable gas
having a Reid vapor pressure exceeding how many pounds?
2623: Between the side frames on a MODU, support for the deck
beams is provided by ___________________.
A: stanchions
B: brackets
C: web frames
D: deck stringers
2624: The primary concern(s) for safely transporting and handling
LFG is(are) _________________________.
A: a system of cargo tanks and piping free from leaks
B: cargo tanks and piping strong enough to withstand the
pressure
C: cargo tanks and piping located or protected to minimize
physical damage
D: All of the above
2625: If help has not arrived in 10-12 hours after you abandon
ship in a lifeboat, you should _________________.
A: go in one direction until the fuel runs out
B: plot course for the nearest land
C: take a vote on which direction you should go
D: shut down the engines and set the sea anchor
2627: Deck beams on a MODU are generally spaced at equal intervals
and run ____.
A: longitudinally
B: vertically
C: transversely
D: intermittently
2628: What normally helps in detecting escaping gas?
A: Running hand along pipe
B: Red flame
C: Odor
D: Increase the line pressure
2629: Severe exposure to chlorine gas can be fatal. Chlorine gas
is primarily a _________________.
A: respiratory irritant
B: skin burning agent
C: blood poisoning agent
D: nerve paralyzing irritant
2630: According to the Chemical Data Guide, what is NOT a
recommended extinguishing agent for an ethylene cyanohydrin
fire?
A: Alcohol foam
B: CO2
C: Dry chemical
D: Water fog
2631: In MODU construction, beam brackets are triangular plates
that join the deck beam to a ____________________.
A: bulkhead
B: frame
C: stanchion
D: deck longitudinal
2632: What is the proper first aid for LPG in the eye?
A: Apply an ice pack to the eye.
B: Keep the eyelid closed.
C: Flush the eye with plenty of water.
D: Rub the eye area clean.
2633: A load line for a MODU is assigned by the ________.
A: Minerals Management Service
B: Department of Energy
C: Corps of Engineers
D: A recognized classification society approved by the Coast
Guard
2634: Use the floodable length curve in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book. If the curve
represents 45 percent permeability and number 4 hold
floods, the vessel will sink if the permeability exceeds
what percent?
2635: In MODU construction, beams are transverse girders which
provide support to __________________.
A: bulkheads
B: deckhouse structures
C: decks
D: vertical frames
2636: When providing first aid to a victim of gas poisoning, the
MOST important symptom to check for is ___________________.
A: suspension of breathing
B: unconsciousness
C: slow and weak pulse
D: cold and moist skin
2637: The maximum draft to which a MODU can legally be submerged
is indicated by the _________.
A: Load Line mark
B: Certificate of Inspection
C: Station Bill
D: Tonnage mark
2639: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 23'-10", AFT 26'-00". The LCG
of the forepeak is 200 feet forward of amidships. How many
tons of ballast must be pumped into the forepeak in order to
have a drag of 18 inches? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 34 tons
B: 45 tons
C: 55 tons
D: 61 tons
2640: What is NOT a grade E product?
A: Dioctyl-phthalate
B: Gasoline
C: Formic acid
D: Creosote coal tar
2641: The deck plating on a MODU is supported primarily by deck
longitudinals and deck ________________.
A: girders
B: stanchions
C: frames
D: beams
2642: When properly set and drawing, a fore-and-aft sail has
a cross-section that ______________.
A: is a uniform curve
B: is a curve with more curve at the luff
C: is a curve with more curve at the leach
D: approximates a straight line
2643: Stanchions prevent the entire deck load on a MODU from
being carried by the ______________.
A: bulkheads
B: stringers
C: frames and beam brackets
D: deck longitudinals
2644: When working on a tow, a good safety precaution is to
_______________.
A: carry loads on your inside shoulder when walking along the
outside of a barge
B: tighten ratchets outboard
C: walk on the top of covered barges when possible to avoid
narrow gunwales
D: always remove the toothpick after tightening the ratchet
2645: Keeping the draft of a MODU at or below the load line mark
will insure that the unit has adequate _________.
A: reserve ballast
B: reserve buoyancy
C: lightweight displacement
D: critical motions
2646: How many B-II fire extinguishers must be in the machinery
space of a 175-foot long fishing vessel propelled by engines
with 3200 brake horsepower?
2648: Flames from small leaks of LFG may be extinguished by
_____________________.
A: utilizing carbon dioxide or dry chemical fire extinguishers
B: utilizing soda and acid fire extinguishers
C: blowing the flames out
D: letting it burn itself out
2649: Vinyl chloride reacts dangerously with ____________________.
A: alkalies
B: concentrated nitric acid
C: saltwater
D: organic acids
2650: Which product(s) is(are) compatible with the product
ethylene cyanohydrin?
A: Sulfuric acid
B: Nitric acid
C: Isocyanates
D: Ammonia
2651: Load line regulations are designed to insure that a MODU has
adequate structural strength and sufficient ________.
A: lifesaving equipment
B: stability
C: mooring tension
D: riser tension
2652: Which towboat is required to carry an efficient daylight
signaling lamp? (Uninspected Vessel Regulations)
A: 99 GT towboat on Inland Waters
B: 199 GT towboat on a coastwise voyage
C: 299 GT towboat on a coastwise voyage
D: 199 GT towboat on an international voyage
2653: The deck loads on a MODU are distributed through the deck
beams to the _________________.
A: frames
B: hull
C: stringers
D: plates
2654: Name one major advantage of transporting gas under
refrigeration.
A: It increases its volume.
B: It reduces its volume.
C: It has less product per volume.
D: None of the above
2655: Support of MODU side plating is provided primarily by
transverse _____.
A: beams
B: girders
C: frames
D: bulkheads
2657: Your drafts are: FWD 6'-2", AFT 6'-8". From past
experience, you know that the vessel will increase her draft
1 inch for every 6 tons loaded. There is rig water on board
and 23 tons of deck cargo. How many more tons of cargo can
be loaded and still maintain the same trim?
A: 24 tons
B: 18 tons
C: 12 tons
D: 6 tons
2659: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 4.3 ft
B: Available GM 4.1 ft
C: Available GM 3.9 ft
D: Available GM 3.6 ft
2660: A synonym for chloroform is _________________________.
A: trichloromethane
B: sulfuric chlorohydrin
C: chlorine gas
D: 4-methyl phenol
2661: When the longitudinal strength members of a MODU are
continuous and closely spaced, the vessel is ________.
A: transversely framed
B: longitudinally framed
C: intermittently framed
D: web framed
2662: A vessel with a large GM will _______________.
A: have a small amplitude of roll in heavy weather
B: tend to ship water on deck in heavy weather
C: be subject to severe racking stresses
D: be less likely to have cargo shift
2663: Lighter longitudinal stiffening frames on the MODU side
plating are called __________________.
A: stringers
B: side frames
C: side stiffeners
D: intercostals
2664: Gasoline fumes tend to ___________.
A: settle near the bottom of the bilge
B: settle near the top of the bilge
C: settle evenly throughout all levels of the bilge by mixing
with air
D: disperse to atmosphere
2665: You are in the North Sea, which is a special area listed in
ANNEX V of MARPOL. How many miles from land must you be to
throw broken plywood dunnage over the side?
A: 6 nm
B: 12 nm
C: 25 nm
D: Must be retained aboard
2666: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 18'-09", AFT 20'-05"; and the
KG is 23.8 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 15² inclination.
A: 0.7 foot
B: 1.0 feet
C: 1.7 feet
D: 3.8 feet
2667: Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plans must be reviewed
______________.
A: annually by the owner, with a letter submitted six
months before expiration
B: only once every five years, with a letter submitted
six months before expiration
C: and the entire plan resubmitted for approval once every
five years, six months before expiration
D: annually by the owner, with a letter submitted to the
Coast Guard within one month of the anniversary date of the
plan approval
2669: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 23'-10", AFT 26'-00". The LCG
of the forepeak is 200 feet forward of amidships. How many
tons of ballast must be pumped into the forepeak in order to
have a drag of 1 foot? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 61 tons
B: 72 tons
C: 79 tons
D: 86 tons
2670: According to the Chemical Data Guide, which material would
corrode upon contact with aniline?
A: Aluminum
B: Copper
C: Nickel
D: Mild steel
2671: To meet the regulations governing manning requirements
outside U.S. jurisdiction, a person holding a foreign
license can serve in any of the following positions EXCEPT
________.
A: able seaman
B: ballast control operator
C: barge supervisor
D: offshore installation manager
2672: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 16'-08", AFT 17'-06"; and the
KG is 23.8 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the remaining righting arm at 60² inclination if the center
of gravity is 1.7 feet off the centerline.
A: 1.8 feet
B: 2.1 feet
C: 3.0 feet
D: 3.8 feet
2673: A MODU having continuous closely spaced transverse strength
members is ____________________.
A: longitudinally framed
B: transversely framed
C: cellular framed
D: web framed
2674: Use the floodable length curve in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book. If the curve
represents 45 percent permeability and number 2 hold
floods, the vessel will sink if the permeability exceeds
what percent?
2675: The heavier outboard strake of deck plating on a MODU is
called the deck ____________.
A: stiffener
B: beam
C: stringer
D: doubler
2676: A safe fuel system must ______________.
A: prevent engine overheating
B: have proper air/gasoline fuel mixture ratio
C: be liquid- and vapor-tight
D: supply sufficient air to the intake manifold
2677: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 4.0 feet
B: 5.6 feet
C: 6.0 feet
D: 6.8 feet
2678: What happens to the pulling power of a winch when retrieving
wire rope?
A: It increases
B: It decreases
C: It remains the same
D: It fluctuates, depending on the gearing system
2679: The primary hazard of liquefied petroleum gas and liquefied
natural gas is _______________________.
A: pressure
B: toxicity
C: temperature
D: flammability
2680: You are loading benzyl chloride and a small quantity spills
on deck. According to the Chemical Data Guide, which of the
following may be used as a substitute for water for the
cleanup procedure?
A: Alcohol
B: Sodium bisulfite
C: Sodium carbonate
D: Soda ash solution
2681: You are offloading garbage to another ship. Your records
must identify that ship by name and show her __________.
A: official number
B: home port
C: Master
D: next port-of-call
2682: The purpose of fuses in electric wiring is to ____________.
A: allow for cutting out branch circuits
B: prevent overloading the circuits
C: reduce voltage to the branch circuits
D: permit the use of smaller wiring for lighting circuits
2683: On a MODU, the deck stringer is the outboardmost deck
________.
A: plating
B: beam
C: stiffener
D: stanchion
2684: Use the floodable length curve in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book. If the curve
represents 45 percent permeability and holds 4 and 5 flood,
the vessel will sink if the permeability exceeds what
percent?
2685: The number of certificated able seamen and lifeboatmen
required on a MODU is determined by the ________.
A: Minerals Management Service
B: Corps of Engineers
C: Coast Guard
D: American Bureau of Shipping
2686: Which tank barges require draft marks?
A: All tank barges
B: Notch barges over 1000 GT
C: Tank barges over 100 GT
D: Tank barges over 50 GT
2688: The vapor pressure of a gas is the pressure necessary to
keep it in a(n) _____.
A: soluble state
B: solid state
C: liquefied state
D: inert state
2689: A vessel with a large GM will __________________.
A: have more resistance to listing in case of damage
B: have less tendency to have synchronous rolling
C: be less likely to have cargo shift
D: ride more comfortably
2690: Heavy fuel oils when spilled are _____________________.
A: more harmful to sea life than lighter oils
B: easier to clean up than lighter refined oils
C: less harmful to sea life than lighter oils
D: not a real threat to marine life
2691: Two individuals authorized to serve as a lifeboatman must be
assigned to any lifeboat that has a capacity of more
than ________.
A: 10 persons
B: 20 persons
C: 30 persons
D: 40 persons
2692: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 22'-04", AFT 22'-10"; and the
KG is 22.6 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 45² inclination.
A: 1.8 feet
B: 2.6 feet
C: 2.9 feet
D: 3.6 feet
2693: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stabiliry Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1171.5 tons
B: 1311.0 tons
C: 1503.0 tons
D: 1912.5 tons
2695: A certificated lifeboatman assigned to command the lifeboat
must _____.
A: be the first individual to board the craft
B: drain the hydraulic pressure before lowering the craft
C: have a list of the persons assigned to the lifeboat
D: All of the above
2696: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 27'-09", AFT 28'-03"; and the
KG is 22.4 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the angle of list if the center of gravity is shifted 1.6
feet off the centerline.
A: 16²
B: 20²
C: 24²
D: 30²
2697: In order to withstand fluid head pressure on a MODU,
stiffeners are often attached to the bulkhead ____________.
A: penetrations
B: plating
C: framing
D: brackets
2698: Using a sea anchor will _________________.
A: reduce your drift rate
B: keep the life raft from turning over
C: aid in recovering the life raft
D: increase your visibility
2699: Your vessel displaces 10,000 tons and has a KG of 22.6 feet.
What will be the length of the remaining righting arm at an
angle of inclination of 45ø if the center of gravity shifts
2.0 feet transversely? (Use the information in Section 1,
the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 3.8 feet
B: 2.7 feet
C: 1.9 feet
D: 0.9 foot
2700: According to the regulations, what fire safety control
feature is required in quick-closing shut off valves?
A: Electrical cut off switch
B: A fusible link
C: Manual cut off switch
D: A water spray actuator
2701: Compared to internal structural plating, the exterior hull
plating on a MODU is usually __________.
A: stronger
B: thinner
C: more corrosion resistant
D: a lower grade steel
2702: Your vessel displaces 12,000 tons and has a KG of 22.6 feet.
What will be the length of the remaining righting arm at an
angle of inclination of 30² if the center of gravity shifts
1.8 feet transversely? (Use the information in Section 1,
the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 0.8 foot
B: 1.2 feet
C: 1.8 feet
D: 2.3 feet
2703: The number of certificated able seamen and lifeboatmen
required on a MODU is stated in the __________.
A: Certificate of Inspection
B: American Bureau of Shipping code
C: Minerals Management Service regulations
D: Safety of Life at Sea Convention
2704: What must be located on the discharge side of the pump in a
fire main system?
A: Pressure gauge
B: Strainer
C: Reduction valve
D: International shore connection
2705: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 4.0 feet
B: 5.6 feet
C: 6.0 feet
D: 6.8 feet
2706: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 15'-09", AFT 16'-08"; and the
KG is 23.6 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the angle of list if the center of gravity is shifted 0.9
foot off the centerline.
A: 15ø
B: 18ø
C: 21ø
D: 24ø
2707: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 3.8 ft
B: Available GM 3.6 ft
C: Available GM 3.3 ft
D: Available GM 3.1 ft
2708: Upon release to the atmosphere, LFG readily _______________.
A: vaporizes
B: attacks caustically
C: rises
D: attacks corrosively
2709: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 24'-06", AFT 25'-08"; and the
KG is 22.9 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 50² inclination if the center of gravity
is 0.5 foot off center.
A: 3.3 feet
B: 2.6 feet
C: 2.3 feet
D: 2.0 feet
2710: Remote controls for quick-closing shut off valves are
required in how many location(s)?
2711: The number of able seamen required on a MODU is stated in
the _____.
A: American Bureau of Shipping code
B: Department of Energy regulations
C: Mineral Management Service rules
D: Certificate of Inspection
2712: A vessel with a small GM will ___________________.
A: be more subject to synchronous rolling
B: have a short rolling period
C: provide an uncomfortable ride for personnel
D: have a smaller amplitude of roll in heavy weather
2713: On a semisubmersible MODU, reserve buoyancy is increased
by the presence of void spaces above the waterline in
the ________.
A: submerged hulls
B: quarters
C: columns and upper structure
D: submerged connecting structures
2714: Use the floodable length curve in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book. If the curve
represents 45 percent permeability and number 1 hold
floods, the vessel will sink if the permeability exceeds
what percent?
2715: The certificate of inspection of a MODU will specify the
__________.
A: number of licensed personnel required on board
B: maximum load line draft
C: maximum water depth for drilling
D: next date for an inclining experiment
2716: A life float on a fishing vessel must be equipped with
_______.
A: red parachute flares
B: drinking water
C: a jacknife
D: a light
2717: Horizontal subdivision decks forming watertight compartments
in the columns of a semisubmersible MODU increase the
unit's __________.
A: tank capacities
B: stability in the event of damage
C: towing speed
D: anchor holding ratio
2718: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 22'-04", AFT 22'-10"; and the
KG is 18.4 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 30² inclination.
A: 1.6 feet
B: 2.9 feet
C: 3.8 feet
D: 4.6 feet
2719: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 14'-04", AFT 17'-08". The LCG
of the forepeak is 200 feet forward of amidships. How many
tons of ballast must be pumped into the forepeak in order to
have a drag of 2 feet? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 62 tons
B: 67 tons
C: 72 tons
D: 77 tons
2720: To determine the pressure and temperature limitations under
which LFG is required to be transported on a barge, you
should look at the ________.
A: Certificate of Inspection
B: loading order
C: rules and regulations for tank vessels
D: tankerman's document
2721: You are at the helm of a schooner-rigged sailing vessel
under sail on the port tack, on a beam reach, with all
appropriate sails set and properly trimmed. You are
instructed to "bear off quickly". To utilize your sails to
assist with the turn, you should ___________________.
A: slack the foresail sheet
B: slack the fore-staysail sheet
C: slack the jib sheet
D: slack the main sheet
2722: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 21'-08", AFT 24'-02". The LCG
of the forepeak is 200 feet forward of amidships. How many
tons of ballast must be pumped into the forepeak in order to
have a drag of 18 inches? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 53 tons
B: 57 tons
C: 61 tons
D: 65 tons
2723: The prohibition against exceeding the load line draft may be
considered temporarily not applicable when ________.
A: column-stabilized units are operating in water depths over
600 feet
B: column-stabilized units are operating in waters outside U.S.
jurisdiction
C: bottom supported units are being raised or lowered to the
sea bed
D: bottom supported units are being towed on a move of less
than 12 hours
2724: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 18'-03", AFT 18'-09"; and the
KG is 22.6 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the angle of list if the center of gravity is shifted 1.4
feet off the centerline.
A: 18²
B: 22²
C: 26²
D: 30²
2725: The stability of a semisubmersible MODU would be seriously
reduced if flooding occurred in the __________.
A: submerged hulls
B: column void spaces
C: dry mud tanks
D: ballast tanks
2726: Your vessel's drafts are FWD 19'-02", AFT 23'-10". Use the
information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts if 98 tons
of fuel is loaded 116 feet forward of amidships.
A: FWD 19'-04", AFT 23'-06"
B: FWD 19'-07", AFT 23'-04"
C: FWD 19'-09", AFT 23'-01"
D: FWD 19'-09", AFT 23'-06"
2727: For optimum stability during jacking operations, mat ballast
tanks or spud cans should be ____________________.
A: empty
B: fully ballasted
C: partially ballasted
D: sealed
2728: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 14'-00", AFT 14'-08"; and the
KG is 25.8 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the remaining righting arm at 30² inclination if the center
of gravity is 1.5 feet off the centerline.
A: 0.6 foot
B: 1.3 feet
C: 1.9 feet
D: 2.9 feet
2729: You are approaching another vessel and see that it has the
signal flag "O" hoisted. What is your next action?
A: Proceed on present course and speed since the vessel is
requesting a pilot.
B: Attempt to call the vessel on VHF radiotelephone and begin a
search because the vessel has a man overboard.
C: Attempt to call the vessel on VHF radiotelephone because it
is disabled.
D: Approach with caution because the vessel is stopped and
making no way through the water.
2730: According to the regulations, normally, manholes in LFG
tanks are located _________________________.
A: in the ends of each tank
B: in the expansion trunk of each tank
C: above the weather deck
D: there are no requirements in the regulation
2731: The document that certifies the correctness of the load line
marks on a MODU is called the ____________.
A: Certificate of Inspection
B: Load line certificate
C: Certificate of Documentation
D: SOLAS Certificate
2732: According to the regulations, to prevent excessive pressure
buildup in cargo tanks containing LFG, they are fitted
with ______.
A: pressure vacuum relief valves
B: excess flow valves
C: safety relief valves
D: flame screens
2733: Buoyancy associated with empty or partly empty ballast tanks
in the mat of a mat supported jackup MODU during jacking
operations can cause ___.
A: capsizing
B: delays
C: progressive flooding
D: negative buoyancy
2734: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 17'-07", AFT 16'-09"; and the
KG is 24.8 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 15² inclination.
A: 0.7 foot
B: 1.2 feet
C: 1.9 feet
D: 4.8 feet
2735: A load line is assigned to a MODU to insure adequate
stability and _________.
A: mooring tension
B: riser tension
C: lifesaving equipment
D: structural strength
2736: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 22'-04", AFT 23'-06"; and the
KG is 22.4 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 19² inclination if the center of gravity
is 1.3 feet off center.
A: 0.2 foot
B: 0.8 foot
C: 1.4 feet
D: 2.2 feet
2737: During jacking operations and transit, empty void spaces in
the hull of a jack up MODU provide _________________.
A: buoyancy
B: extra storage space
C: additional tank capacity
D: reduced stability
2738: Generally, the first action in extinguishing an LFG fire
caused by escaping gas is to ___________________.
A: sweep flames away with water spray
B: shut off the leak
C: use a chemical foam fire extinguisher
D: call the local fire department
2739: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 19'-03", AFT 21'-03". The LCG
of the forepeak is 200 feet forward of amidships. How many
tons of ballast must be pumped into the forepeak in order to
have a drag of 18 inches? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 27 tons
B: 31 tons
C: 34 tons
D: 37 tons
2740: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of: FWD
19'-06.6", AFT 20'-05.6". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as shown. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of The Stability
Data Reference book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 20'-06.6", AFT 21'-00.4"
B: FWD 18'-06.6", AFT 19'-09.8"
C: FWD 18'-10.8", AFT 20'-05.6"
D: FWD 20'-03.4", AFT 21'-05.6"
2741: A record of the types and strengths of steels used on a
MODU must be included in the ______________.
A: general plans
B: builder's documentation
C: Certificate of Inspection
D: construction portfolio
2742: A vessel with a small GM will _________________.
A: have a large amplitude of roll
B: provide a comfortable ride for the crew and passengers
C: have drier decks in heavy weather
D: be likely to have cargo shift in heavy weather
2743: Compliance with the terms of the load line certificate on a
MODU is the responsibility of the _________.
A: Ballast Control Operator
B: Barge Supervisor
C: Master or Offshore Installation Manager
D: operators representative
2744: Radar reflectors are required for _____________.
A: all fishing vessels over 39 feet in length
B: sail-propelled fishing vessels
C: all fishing vessels of less than 200 GT
D: wooden hull fishing vessels with a poor radar echo
2745: The construction portfolio may be included as part of the
MODU _______.
A: general plans
B: operating manual
C: builders documentation
D: Coast Guard file
2746: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 17'-07", AFT 16'-09"; and the
KG is 21.5 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 30² inclination.
A: 0.8 foot
B: 1.5 feet
C: 2.7 feet
D: 3.6 feet
2747: Periodic surveys to renew the load line assignment for a
MODU must be made at intervals not exceeding ______.
A: 18 months
B: 2 years
C: 3 years
D: 5 years
2748: Most covered lifeboats will right themselves after capsizing
if the __________.
A: passengers are strapped to their seats
B: fuel tanks are not less than half full
C: sea anchor is deployed to windward
D: lower ballast tanks are filled with water
2749: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 19'-03", AFT 21'-03". The LCG
of the forepeak is 200 feet forward of amidships. How many
tons of ballast must be pumped into the forepeak in order to
have a drag of 1 foot? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 62 tons
B: 68 tons
C: 74 tons
D: 78 tons
2750: According to regulations, a cargo hose used for transferring
liquefied gases must have a bursting pressure of___ _______.
A: 5 times the maximum working pressure on the hose during
cargo transfer
B: one half the designed working pressure
C: 4 times the pressure of the cargo pump used for
transferring
D: 5 times the minimum working pressure on the hose during
cargo transfer
2751: The requirements for special welding procedures on a MODU
must be contained in the ___________________.
A: vessel plans
B: Coast Guard file
C: construction portfolio
D: construction plans
2752: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 18'-09", AFT 20'-05"; and the
KG is 23.8 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 30² inclination.
A: 1.9 feet
B: 2.7 feet
C: 3.9 feet
D: 5.8 feet
2753: For MODU's operating under the U.S. flag, the construction
portfolio must contain _______________.
A: detailed construction plans
B: chemical and physical properties of ABS approved steels
C: approved welding procedures and welding test procedures
D: loading conditions and limitations
2754: Which lifesaving equipment must be tested monthly?
A: Inflatable PFD's
B: EPIRB
C: Hydrostatic releases
D: Dated batteries
2755: What repair or modification to a MODU would most likely
require consulting the construction portfolio?
A: Replacing watertight doors in quarters
B: Repair of drill pipe racks on deck
C: Repair of leg-to-can connection on a jackup
D: Replacing a service pump foundation
2756: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 18'-09", AFT 20'-05"; and the
KG is 23.8 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 26² inclination if the center of gravity
is 1.0 foot off center.
A: 0.0 feet
B: 0.4 foot
C: 0.8 foot
D: 1.7 feet
2757: A simplified construction plan may be included in the MODU
construction portfolio provided it adequately defines
the ______________________.
A: areas where special materials are used
B: hazardous areas
C: location of emergency repair equipment
D: type and strength of materials used
2758: A vessel is equipped with cross-connected deep tanks. In
which situation should the cross-connection valve be closed?
A: The tanks lie above the waterline and are filled.
B: The tanks are partially filled with dry cargo.
C: The tanks are partially filled with liquid cargo.
D: The tanks are filled and lie below the waterline.
2759: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 14'-04", AFT 17'-08". The LCG
of the forepeak is 200 feet forward of amidships. How many
tons of ballast must be pumped into the forepeak in order to
have a drag of 18 inches? (Use the reference material in
Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference
Book)
A: 110 tons
B: 103 tons
C: 100 tons
D: 98 tons
2760: According to the regulations, what type of gaging is
required for a cargo of butadiene?
A: Open
B: Restricted
C: Closed
D: None
2761: In the MODU construction portfolio, materials which do not
conform to ASTM or ABS specifications must also include
the _______.
A: chemical and physical properties of the material
B: name of the alternative standard or specification
C: the ASTM or ABS specification the material approximates
D: manufacturer or origin of the material
2762: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 24'-04", AFT 25'-10"; and the
KG is 23.5 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 37² inclination.
A: 1.9 feet
B: 2.1 feet
C: 3.5 feet
D: 4.2 feet
2763: A welding procedure used for joining dissimilar metals used
on a MODU would be recorded in the _________________.
A: welding plan
B: ASTM specifications
C: construction portfolio
D: Coast Guard file
2764: If you wear extra clothing when entering the water after
abandoning ship it will _______________.
A: weigh you down
B: preserve body heat
C: reduce your body heat
D: make it more difficult to breathe
2765: The maximum draft to which a drilling unit may be safely
loaded is called ________________________.
A: mean draft
B: calculated draft
C: deep draft
D: load line draft
2766: How do you know how many passengers you may carry? (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: As many as possible
B: The amount on the Certificate of Inspection
C: Use your own judgement
D: No more than 40 passengers
2767: Forces within a drilling unit have caused a difference
between the starboard and port drafts. This difference
is _________.
A: list
B: heel
C: trim
D: flotation
2768: Small passenger vessels of less than 65 ft. in length must
be inspected by the Coast Guard when they carry more than
_____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: 12 passengers
B: 50 passengers
C: 6 passengers
D: 1 passenger
2769: Starting motors, generators, and any other spark producing
devices shall be ____________________. (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: of the alternating current type
B: mounted as high as practicable above the bilges
C: rated for at least 12 volts
D: All of the above
2770: Branch venting from safety relief valves on barges shall be
constructed to discharge the gas at a vertical height above
the weather deck to a minimum of _________________.
A: 6 feet
B: 8 feet
C: 10 feet
D: 12 feet
2771: The angle to which a floating MODU, with a negative initial
metacentric height, lies while at rest in still water is the
angle of ______.
A: trim
B: yaw
C: heel
D: loll
2772: Tour vessel's drafts are: FWD 22'-09", AFT 23'-07"; and the
KG is 24.2 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 18² inclination.
A: 0.7 foot
B: 1.3 feet
C: 2.0 feet
D: 2.3 feet
2773: The required portable radio apparatus on an international
voyage must be stowed in ______________.
A: the Master's quarters
B: the ship's office
C: the radio room, bridge, or protected location
D: an unlocked cabinet next to the station bill
2774: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 3.8 ft
B: Available GM 3.5 ft
C: Available GM 3.2 ft
D: Available GM 2.9 ft
2775: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD 28'-08", AFT 29'-05". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 28'-11", AFT 28'-11"
B: FWD 29'-01", AFT 28'-09"
C: FWD 29'-03", AFT 28'-07"
D: FWD 29'-05", AFT 28'-05"
2778: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 24'-06", AFT 25'-04"; and the
KG is 17.8 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the remaining righting arm at 75² inclination if the center
of gravity is 2.5 feet off the centerline.
A: 1.9 feet
B: 2.5 feet
C: 3.7 feet
D: 4.3 feet
2780: The carriage of a liquefied gas not appearing in table 4 of
46 CFR Part 154 must be approved by the _______________.
A: vessel owner
B: Commandant (G-MTH)
C: American Bureau of Shipping
D: Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection
2781: For a floating MODU, the center of flotation is the point in
the waterplane __________.
A: about which the MODU lists and trims
B: which coincides with the center of buoyancy
C: which, in the absence of external forces, is always
vertically aligned with the center of gravity
D: which is shown in the hydrostatic tables as VCB
2782: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 24'-06", AFT 25'-04"; and the
KG is 22.2 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 20² inclination.
A: 0.5 foot
B: 0.8 foot
C: 1.4 feet
D: 2.2 feet
2783: The angle of loll is a stability term which applies to a
floating MODU with ______________.
A: off-center loading
B: stiff characteristics
C: excessive pitch or roll
D: negative initial stability
2784: When abandoning ship and jumping into the water from a
substantial height without a life jacket, you should
_________________.
A: dive head first, using your hands to break the surface of
the water
B: hold your arms firmly at your sides and jump feet first
C: jump feet first, covering your nose and mouth with one hand
and grasping the opposing upper arm with the other
D: jump feet first, holding your knees to your chest
2785: The intact volume above the waterline of a floating MODU
is __________.
A: displacement volume
B: reserve buoyancy
C: gross tonnage
D: net tonnage
2786: Certain equipment aboard vessels, inspected under the small
passenger vessel regulations, is required to be marked with
the vessel's name. This includes ___________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: bunks, silverware, china, and glassware
B: anchors, line, paint cans, and fuel drums
C: life jackets, life floats and paddles
D: whistles, searchlights, navigation lights, and ship's bell
2787: You are on a commercial fishing vessel 78 feet long.
At least one of your ring buoys or throwable flotation
devices must have a line of what minimum length attatched?
A: 60 feet
B: 70 feet
C: 80 feet
D: 90 feet
2788: Which is NOT a safety precaution to be observed during the
loading of LFG?
A: Report any leakage of cargo.
B: Make sure the rake ends of the barge are completely dry and
mopped.
C: Ascertain that the hoses to be used are in good order.
D: Be on the lookout for work being accomplished ashore in the
vicinity of the barges.
2789: As appropriate for the voyage, all vessels must carry
adequate and up-to-date _____________. (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: charts
B: Coast Pilots
C: Light Lists
D: All of the above
2790: The weight of liquefied petroleum gas vapors as compared to
air is _____.
A: variable
B: the same
C: lighter
D: heavier
2791: Seawater may be used for drinking ____________________.
A: under no conditions
B: at a maximum rate of two ounces per day
C: if gathered during or immediately after a hard rain
D: after mixing with an equal quantity of fresh water
2792: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 18'-06", AFT 19'-01"; and the
KG is 18.2 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 35² inclination.
A: 1.8 feet
B: 3.0 feet
C: 4.7 feet
D: 5.8 feet
2793: The mean draft of a MODU is the draft _____________.
A: midway between the forward and aft draft marks
B: at the center of flotation
C: at the load line
D: at the center of buoyancy
2795: The true mean draft of a MODU is the draft _____________.
A: midway between drafts forward and aft
B: at the center of flotation
C: at the load line
D: at the center of buoyancy
2796: Aboard vessels subject to the "Rules and Regulations for
Small Passenger Vessels", cooking and heating equipment
_____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: shall be suitable for marine use
B: may use liquefied petroleum gas
C: cannot use gasoline
D: must meet all three requirements above
2797: A semisubmersible with a positive GM, and TCG located
starboard of the centerline, inclines to an angle of ______.
A: heel
B: trim
C: list
D: loll
2798: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 17'-07", AFT 16'-09"; and the
KG is 21.5 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the remaining righting arm at 30² inclination if the center
of gravity is 0.9 foot off the centerline.
A: 1.5 feet
B: 2.8 feet
C: 3.6 feet
D: 4.3 feet
2799: One of the principal dangers inherent in liquefied petroleum
gas is ___________________________.
A: as it warms up it becomes heavier than air
B: the way it reacts with sea water
C: the strong odor it produces
D: its low temperature causes frostbite or freezing
2800: Your vessel assumes an angle of loll of 8² after loading a
deck cargo. The drafts are: FWD 17'-09", AFT 18'-03". Use
the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the negative GM.
A: 0.0 foot
B: -0.2 foot
C: -0.8 foot
D: -1.0 foot
2801: How many B-II fire extinguishers must be in the machinery
space of a 175-foot long fishing vessel propelled by engines
with 2000 brake horsepower?
2802: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 14'-11", AFT 15'-09"; and the
KG is 18.2 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the angle of list if the center of gravity is shifted 2.0
feet off the centerline.
A: 9²
B: 12²
C: 16²
D: 19²
2804: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 19'-09", AFT 20'-09"; and the
KG is 24.6 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the remaining righting arm at 15² inclination if the center
of gravity is 0.5 foot off the centerline.
A: 0.0 feet
B: 0.5 foot
C: 1.2 feet
D: 1.7 feet
2808: A Certificate of Inspection for vessels not more than 65
feet in length and of less than 100 gross tons carrying
more than six passengers will be issued for a period of
_____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: six months
B: one year
C: two years
D: three years
2809: Acid batteries shall be located in a _____________. (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: lead-lined tray
B: tin-lined tray
C: copper- or brass-lined tray
D: wooden box
2810: Your vessel assumes an angle of loll of 6² after loading a
deck cargo. The drafts are: FWD 16'-00", AFT 16'-05". Use
the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the negative GM.
A: -1.0 foot
B: -0.6 foot
C: -0.1 foot
D: -0.02 foot
2812: What is correct with respect to required watertight
bulkheads on small passenger vessels less than 100 GT?
A: Penetrations are prohibited.
B: Sluice valves are not permitted.
C: Each bulkhead must be stepped at its midpoint.
D: All of the above
2814: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 21'-04", AFT 21'-08"; and the
KG is 20.6 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the remaining righting arm at 45² inclination if the center
of gravity is 1.2 feet off the centerline.
A: 3.8 feet
B: 4.4 feet
C: 5.2 feet
D: 5.6 feet
2816: The length of a line which is required to be attached to a
ring life buoy must be at least _____________. (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: 30 feet
B: 60 feet
C: 90 feet
D: 120 feet
2818: Your vessel assumes an angle of loll of 10² after loading a
deck cargo. The drafts are: FWD 15'-11", AFT 16'-06". Use
the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the negative GM.
A: -1.3 feet
B: -0.9 foot
C: -0.6 foot
D: -0.3 foot
2819: Distress flares and smoke signals are not
required on vessels operating on short runs. A
"short run" is limited to _____________. (small passenger
vessel regulation)
A: water of less than 20 feet in depth
B: where land is always in sight
C: no more than 5 miles
D: about 30 minutes away from the dock
2820: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 26'-02", AFT 26'-08"
B: FWD 25'-09", AFT 27'-02"
C: FWD 25'-03", AFT 28'-09"
D: FWD 24'-11", AFT 29'-11"
2822: Survival craft required on a steel small passenger vessel
operating in cold water must _____________________________.
A: have sufficient capacity for all persons on board the vessel
in ocean service.
B: have sufficient capacity for at least 50% of all persons on
board for vessels in ocean service
C: be only inflatable life rafts
D: international orange in color only for vessels in lakes,
bays and sounds service
2824: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 23'-01", AFT 24'-05"; and the
KG is 22.8 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the remaining righting arm at 30² inclination if the center
of gravity is 1.9 feet off the centerline.
A: 3.7 feet
B: 2.3 feet
C: 1.4 feet
D: 0.7 foot
2825: The purpose of the inclining experiment is to ___________.
A: determine the location of the metacenter
B: determine the lightweight center of gravity location
C: verify the hydrostatic data
D: verify data in the vessel's operating manual
2826: To prevent the spread of fire by convection you should
___________.
A: cool the bulkhead around the fire
B: remove combustibles from direct exposure
C: close all openings to the area
D: shut off all electrical power
2827: For a floating MODU, true mean draft is always the ______.
A: average of the observed drafts
B: draft at the center of flotation
C: draft corresponding to the calculated displacement
D: mean of the calculated drafts
2828: How often shall the steering gear of each vessel be tested
by the Master or Mate? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: Once a week
B: Before getting underway for the day's operation
C: Every 72 operating hours while underway
D: Once a month
2829: The vessel's steering gear, signaling whistle, controls,
and communication system shall be tested by the operator
______. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: once a week
B: before getting underway for the day's operation
C: at every inspection and reinspection
D: at least once in every 48 hours
2830: Your vessel assumes an angle of loll of 14² after loading a
deck cargo. The drafts are: FWD 13'-01", AFT 13'-11".
Use the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the negative
GM.
A: -0.7 foot
B: -0.4 foot
C: -0.3 foot
D: -0.1 foot
2832: Which fuel cannot be used for cooking on vessels carrying
passengers for hire? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: Kerosene
B: Coal
C: Wood
D: Gasoline
2834: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 27'-06", AFT 28'-02"; and the
KG is 23.1 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the remaining righting arm at 60² inclination if the center
of gravity is 24 feet off the centerline.
A: 2.4 feet
B: 1.8 feet
C: 0.6 foot
D: 0.2 foot
2836: The remote control for a fixed fire extinguishing system
should be _____________________.
A: painted red and labeled
B: concealed from the crew
C: protected by plexiglass
D: padlocked
2837: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 7.7 feet
B: 9.1 feet
C: 9.9 feet
D: 10.6 feet
2838: How many B-II hand portable fire extinguishers are required
in the machinery space of a 260 GT tow vessel with 2400
B.H.P.? (Uninspected Vessel Regulations)
2839: What type of cooking equipment may NOT be used aboard
vessels subject to The Rules and Regulations for Small
Passenger Vessels?
A: Gasoline
B: Propane
C: Butane
D: LPG
2840: If a vessel loads 400 tons of deck cargo resulting in a GM
of -0.2 feet on 9000 tons of displacement, what will be the
angle of loll? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 16ø
B: 15ø
C: 12ø
D: 9ø
2841: The distance from the still water level (corrected for tides
and storm surge) to the bottom of the hull of a MODU is
the _______.
A: air gap
B: freeboard
C: penetration
D: water depth
2842: A "T-boat" of 65 feet or less in length, however propelled,
must not be operated with more than six passengers aboard
_____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: unless the operator has a Coast Guard license
B: unless the vessel has a valid Permit to Proceed
C: until a boarding officer has checked the papers
D: until a permit is obtained from the collector of customs
2843: Under the Pollution Regulations, garbage disposal records
must be kept __________.
A: two years
B: one year
C: until the next Coast Guard inspection
D: until the end of the voyage
2844: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 27'-06", AFT 28'-02"; and the
KG is 23.1 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the righting arm at 37² inclination if the center of gravity
is 1.8 feet off center.
A: 0.4 foot
B: 1.4 feet
C: 1.8 feet
D: 2.6 feet
2845: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 27'-01", AFT 25'-08"
B: FWD 29'-09", AFT 25'-09"
C: FWD 25'-09", AFT 30'-05"
D: FWD 25'-06", AFT 30'-00"
2846: A vessel operating on international voyages would have to
dry-dock at least once every ___ months. (small passenger
vessel regulations)
2847: The required portable radio shall be stored in the proper
location and be _________________.
A: equipped with an approved carrying case
B: equipped with spare batteries
C: readily accessible for transfer to a lifeboat
D: in a waterproof enclosure
2848: The inspection of a 50 ft. vessel of 65 gross tons carrying
more than six passengers is required by the Coast Guard once
in every _______. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: four years with a minimum of three reinspections during the
four year period
B: three years
C: four years
D: three years with a minimum of two reinspections during the
three year period
2850: If a vessel loads 400 tons of deck cargo resulting in a GM
of -0.3 foot on 9000 tons displacement, what will be the
angle of loll? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 7²
B: 11²
C: 15²
D: 17²
2851: Kevlar sails, when not in use, may be damaged if __________.
A: left in the sunlight
B: stowed wet
C: folded frequently
D: washed with soap and water
2852: The collision bulkhead is _____________. (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: amidships forward of the engine room
B: just forward of the steering compartment
C: in the engine room
D: A distance of 5% to 15% of the waterline length abaft the
stem measured at the losd waterline
load water line
2854: The sailing drafts are: FWD 14'-08", AFT 15'-06" and the GM
is 4.8 feet. Use the information in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book, to determine
the available righting arm at 40² inclination.
A: 3.3 feet
B: 3.7 feet
C: 4.3 feet
D: 5.4 feet
2858: Under 46 CFR subchapter T, a 50-foot passenger vessel not
limited to daylight operation is required to be equipped
with at least _______.(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: 2 ring life buoys and 1 water light attached
B: 1 ring life buoy with a water light attached
C: 3 ring life buoys and 2 water lights attached
D: 2 ring life buoys and 2 water lights attached
2859: For emergency communications, vessels operating on oceans,
coastwise,or Great Lakes routes, on runs of more than 30
minutes shall carry in a portable watertight container at or
near the operating station _____________. (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: six orange hand smoke distress signals
B: six red hand flare distress signals
C: one 3-cell flashlight
D: six red hand flare distress signals and six orange hand
smoke distress signals
2860: If a vessel loads 250 tons of deck cargo resulting in a GM
of -0.3 foot on 8000 tons displacement, what will be the
angle of loll? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 16²
B: 13²
C: 10²
D: 7²
2862: A wooden small passenger vessel operating on a coastwise
route in cold water shall carry sufficient inflatable
buoyant apparatus for _____________ or meet alternate
requirements regarding collision bulkhead standards and the
provision of life floats.(small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: all persons aboard
B: 67% of the total number of persons permitted on board.
C: 50% of all persons aboard
D: 30% of all persons aboard
2864: The sailing drafts are: FWD 22'-08", AFT 23'-04" and the GM
is 4.6 feet. Use the information in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book, to determine
the available righting arm at 20² inclination.
A: 2.1 feet
B: 2.4 feet
C: 2.8 feet
D: 3.2 feet
2866: If a vessel is not equipped with an automatically-activated
emergency lighting system, the vessel must be _____________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: operated only in daylight hours
B: provided with gasoline or kerosene lights
C: equipped with luminous tape markings on emergency equipment
D: equipped with individual battery-powered lights
2867: In illustration D041DG, the symbol for amidships is
____________.
2868: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stabiity Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 0.52 foot
B: 0.70 foot
C: 0.84 foot
D: 1.10 feet
2870: If a vessel loads 250 tons of deck cargo resulting in a GM
of -0.4 foot on 8000 tons displacement, what will be the
angle of loll? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 12²
B: 10²
C: 8²
D: 6²
2871: In illustration D041DG, the symbol 3 represents __________.
A: displacement
B: amidships
C: forward perpendicular
D: baseline
2872: A tank barge equipped with an internal-combustion
engine-driven cargo pump on the weather deck shall be
provided with a minimum of one remote manual shutdown
station. What is the correct location of the shutdown
station?
A: Midpoint of the vessel or 100 feet from the engine
B: Stern of the vessel or 100 feet from the engine
C: Midpoint of the vessel or 75 feet from the bow
D: Bow of the vessel or 75 feet from the engine
2873: In illustration D041DG, the symbol for the reference from
which transverse measurements are made is _____________.
2874: The sailing drafts are: FWD 22'-06", AFT 23'-06" and the GM
is 3.3 feet. Use the information in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book, to determine
the available righting arm at 22² inclination.
A: 1.2 feet
B: 1.8 feet
C: 2.4 feet
D: 3.0 feet
2875: In illustration D041DG, symbol 5 represents _____________.
A: displacement
B: leverage center
C: centerline
D: counterflood limits
2876: The minimum number of portable B-II fire extinguishers
required in the machinery space of a 199 GT motor towing
vessel of 8000 B.H.P. is _____. (Uninspected Vessel
Regulations)
2877: In illustration D041DG, the symbol for the vertical plane
midway between the fore and aft perpendiculars is
______________.
2878: To prevent the spread of fire by conduction you should
_____________.
A: remove combustibles from direct exposure
B: cool the bulkheads around the fire
C: close all openings to the area
D: shut off all electrical power
2879: While underway and towing an unmanned tank barge you are
required to _______________.
A: maintain a strict watch on the barge from the towing vessel
B: fly a red flag from the towing vessel
C: open the tops of all empty tanks on the barge
D: take hourly soundings of any loaded tanks on the barge
2880: You have loaded a deck cargo, and the vessel has assumed
a 6² list due to negative GM. Your salt water drafts are:
FWD 16'-05", AFT 16'-07". If you then load 1150 tons of
cargo in the lower holds (VCG 12.0 feet) and take on 520
tons of bunkers (VCG 2.5 feet), what is the final GM? (Use
the reference material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 1.8 feet
B: 2.4 feet
C: 2.8 feet
D: 3.1 feet
2882: Whenever an inspected vessel is dry-docked for major
repairs, the person in charge of the vessel, the owner or
the agent should report this to the ____________________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection
B: National Cargo Bureau, Inc.
C: American Boat and Yacht Council, Inc.
D: All of the above
2884: The sailing drafts are: FWD 23'-02", AFT 24'-06" and the GM
is 2.8 feet. Use the information in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
available righting arm at 30² inclination.
A: 1.3 feet
B: 2.5 feet
C: 3.2 feet
D: 3.7 feet
2885: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD 28'-04", AFT 29'-10". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 26'-04", AFT 30'-00"
B: FWD 26'-06", AFT 29'-10"
C: FWD 26'-08", AFT 29'-08"
D: FWD 26'-10", AFT 29'-06"
2886: A vessel operated in salt water for 6 months or less in a
12 month period shall be dry docked at least every _______.
A: 24 months
B: 36 months
C: 48 months
D: 60 months
2887: Seawater may be used for drinking _____________________.
A: at a maximum rate of two ounces per day
B: under no conditions
C: after mixing with an equal quantity of fresh water
D: if gathered during or immediately after a hard rain
2888: The inspection of small passenger vessels of 60 feet in
length carrying more than six persons is required by the
Coast Guard _____________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: once in every 4 years with a minimum of three reinspections
during that period
B: once in every 3 years with a minimum of two reinspections
during that period
C: once in every 2 years with a minimum of one reinspection
during that period
D: once every six months
2889: Switchboards shall be ...... (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: Watertight.
B: Grounded to the main engine on a wooden hulled boat.
C: The dead-front type, totally enclosed
D: Equipped with switch locks
2890: You have loaded a deck cargo, and the vessel has assumed an
8² list due to negative GM. Your salt water drafts are: FWD
16'-10", AFT 17'-02". If you then load 1050 tons of cargo
in the lower holds (VCG 12.5 feet) and 475 tons in the lower
tween decks (VCG 24.5 feet), what is the final GM? (Use the
reference material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 2.1 feet
B: 1.6 feet
C: 1.4 feet
D: 0.6 foot
2891: The maximum angle at which the intact stability curves are
valid for MODU's is the angle for ________________.
A: the limit of positive stability
B: the limit of small-angle stability
C: maximum offset
D: downflooding
2892: Regulations define the bulkhead deck as _________________.
(subdivision and stability regulations)
A: any deck extending from stem to stern
B: the uppermost deck to which transverse watertight bulkheads
are carried
C: the lowermost deck to which transverse watertight bulkheads
are carried
D: the uppermost complete deck
2893: The downflooding angle for a MODU is the maximum angle at
which _______________.
A: stability is positive
B: neutral equilibrium exists
C: the load line is not submerged
D: intact stability curves are valid
2894: The sailing drafts are: FWD 23'-10", AFT 25'-02" and the GM
is 5.3 feet. Use the information in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book, to determine
the available righting arm at 18² inclination.
A: 0.8 feet
B: 1.1 feet
C: 1.5 feet
D: 1.9 feet
2895: The downflooding angle for a MODU is the minimum angle at
which _________________.
A: the load line becomes submerged
B: a non-watertight opening is at still water level
C: offset becomes excessive
D: reserve buoyancy is a maximum
2896: Your vessel is certificated to carry 50 persons. You are
required to have _____. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: 50 adult life jackets
B: 40 adult life jackets and 10 child life jackets
C: 50 adult life jackets and 5 child life jackets
D: 50 adult life jackets and 2 child life jackets
2897: If the result of loading a vessel is an increase in the
height of the center of gravity, there will always be an
increase in the ___________.
A: metacentric height
B: righting arm
C: righting moment
D: vertical moments
2898: Painters on life floats shall be not less than ___________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: 20 feet in length
B: 30 feet in length
C: 70 feet in length
D: 100 feet in length
2899: All small passenger vessels operating on lakes, bays,
sounds, or river routes on runs of more than 30
minutes are required to carry _____________. (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: 3 red hand flare distress signals and 3 orange smoke hand
distress signals
B: 8 red hand flare distress signals and 8 orange smoke hand
distress signals
C: 6 red hand flare distress signals and 6 orange smoke hand
distress signals
D: None of the above
2900: You have loaded a deck cargo, and the vessel has assumed
a 7² list due to negative GM. Your salt water drafts are:
FWD 17'-00", AFT 17'-04". If you then load 825 tons of
cargo in the lower holds (VCG 11 feet) and take on 500 tons
of bunkers (VCG 2.5 feet), what is the final GM? (Use the
reference material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 0.8 foot
B: 1.0 foot
C: 1.7 feet
D: 2.3 feet
2901: What is one of the FIRST actions you should take after
abandoning and clearing away from a vessel?
A: Identify the person in charge.
B: Gather up useful floating objects.
C: Prepare for arrival of rescue units.
D: Arrange watches and duties.
2902: Vessels in ocean service shall carry sufficient life floats
for _____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: 25% of all persons on board
B: 50% of all persons on board
C: 75% of all persons on board
D: 100% of all persons on board
2904: The sailing drafts are: FWD 24'-03", AFT 25'-03" and the GM
is 5.5 feet. Use the information in Section 1, the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book, to determine the
available righting arm at 30² inclination.
A: 2.6 feet
B: 2.9 feet
C: 3.2 feet
D: 3.5 feet
2905: Each emergency light must be marked with _____________.
A: the letter "E"
B: an arrow pointing to the nearest exit
C: a no-smoking symbol
D: the word "DANGER"
2906: Which vessel must carry a compass on board? (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: A non-self-propelled vessel
B: A vessel operating in protected waters with a short
restricted route
C: A vessel operating on the Ohio River
D: A vessel operating on the Gulf of Mexico
2907: The number of kips necessary to change the true mean draft
of a MODU one inch is known as ______________.
A: MT1 inch
B: MH1 inch
C: KPI
D: KMD
2908: How many months after its expiration date may a Coast Guard
license be renewed without retaking the complete exam?
A: 1 month
B: 6 months
C: 12 months
D: 24 months
2909: Following a collision or accident, the Master of each
vessel involved must render assistance to persons affected
by the collision or accident _____________. (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: if he can do so without any risk to his vessel
B: if he can do so without undue delay
C: if he can do so without serious danger to his vessel or to
individuals on board
D: without regard to any danger to his vessel
2910: You have loaded a deck cargo, and the vessel has assumed a
6² list due to negative GM. Your salt water drafts are: FWD
16'-02", AFT 16'-06". If you then load 825 tons of cargo in
the lower holds (VCG 11.5 feet) and take on 624 tons of
bunkers (VCG 2.5 feet), what is the final GM? (Use the
reference material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 3.0 feet
B: 2.7 feet
C: 2.4 feet
D: 1.9 feet
2911: In the event of a fire, the doors to a stairtower must be
closed to prevent the spread of fire by ___________.
A: ventilation
B: convection
C: radiation
D: conduction
2912: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 0.68 foot
B: 0.85 foot
C: 0.97 foot
D: 1.30 feet
2913: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of: FWD
21'-09.5", AFT 22'-09.5". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as shown. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of The Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 21'-06.6", AFT 22'-06.6"
B: FWD 22'-00.4", AFT 23'-00.4"
C: FWD 22'-06.6", AFT 21'-06.6"
D: FWD 23'-00.4", AFT 22'-00.4"
2914: The sailing drafts are: FWD 25'-03", AFT 26'-03" and the GM
is 3.5 feet. Use the information in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book, to determine
the available righting arm at 25² inclination.
A: 0.8 foot
B: 1.4 feet
C: 2.0 feet
D: 2.6 feet
2915: A MODU lists and trims about the ________.
A: center of gravity
B: center of buoyancy
C: center of flotation
D: centroid of the underwater volume
2916: What is the minimum number of B-II hand portable fire
extinguishers required on board a 105 GT towboat with a 7500
B.H.P. plant (including the machinery space)?
2917: For a jackup, the angle of maximum stability corresponds
approximately to the angle of _______________.
A: deck edge immersion
B: the load line
C: downflooding
D: loll
2918: Which statement is TRUE concerning the ventilation of engine
and fuel tank compartments on uninspected towing vessels
using fuel with a flash point of 100ø F?
A: There shall be at least 3 ventilator ducts open to the
atmosphere.
B: At least one exhaust duct shall extend from the open
atmosphere to the lower portion of the bilge.
C: At least one intake duct shall extend from the open
atmosphere to the lower portion of the bilge.
D: Only vessels using fuel with a flash point above 110ø F
need ventilate engine and fuel compartments.
2919: All of the following are part of the fire triangle EXCEPT
___________.
A: fuel
B: electricity
C: oxygen
D: heat
2920: You have loaded a deck cargo, and the vessel has assumed an
8² list due to negative GM. Your salt water drafts are: FWD
16'-02", AFT 16'-06". If you then load 1200 tons of cargo
in the lower holds (VCG 12 feet) and take on 624 tons of
bunkers (VCG 2.5 feet), what is the final GM? (Use the
reference material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 2.0 feet
B: 2.6 feet
C: 3.0 feet
D: 3.4 feet
2921: A MODU is inclined at an angle of loll. In the absence of
external forces, the righting arm (GZ) is _______.
A: positive
B: negative
C: zero
D: vertical
2922: Whenever practicable, the Certificate of Inspection must be
posted _____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: as high as feasible in the pilot house
B: near the area where passengers embark
C: in any location desired
D: in a conspicuous place where it will most likely be
observed by the passengers
2923: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 4.01 ft
B: Available GM 4.16 ft
C: Available GM 4.69 ft
D: Available GM 4.81 ft
2924: Using the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book, determine the danger angle
for permanent list if the KG is 22.4 feet and the drafts
are: FWD 15'-03", AFT 15'-09".
A: 25ø
B: 33ø
C: 48ø
D: 72ø
2925: The free surface effects of a partially full liquid tank
decrease with increased _________.
A: density of the liquid
B: placement of the tank above the keel
C: displacement volume of the MODU
D: size of the surface area in the tank
2926: The sailing drafts are: FWD 16'-06", AFT 17'-04" and the GM
is 2.6 feet. Use the information in Section 1, the blue
pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book, to determine
the available righting arm at 15² inclination.
A: 0.4 foot
B: 0.8 foot
C: 1.2 feet
D: 1.9 feet
2927: If the metacentric height is small, a floating MODU
will __________.
A: be tender
B: have a quick and rapid motion
C: be stiff
D: yaw
2928: It is recommended that drip collectors required on all
updraft carburetors be drained by _____________. (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: a device to automatically return all drip to the engine air
intakes
B: no means whatsoever
C: a separate pipe leading to the bilges
D: a pump leading to a point outside the hull
2929: Switches other than those mounted on the switchboard shall
be of the _____________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: enclosed type
B: knife type
C: push button type
D: rotary type
2930: You have loaded a deck cargo, and the vessel has assumed a
5² list due to negative GM. Your salt water drafts are: FWD
16'-10", AFT 16'-08". If you then load 1225 tons of cargo
in the lower hold (VCG 12 feet) and 875 tons of cargo in the
lower tween decks (VCG 24 feet), what is the final GM? (Use
the reference material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 0.0 feet
B: 0.8 foot
C: 1.2 feet
D: 1.9 feet
2931: If the metacentric height is large, a floating MODU
will _______.
A: be tender
B: have a slow and easy motion
C: be stiff
D: have a tendency to yaw
2932: What is FALSE concerning the use of unicellular plastic
foam work vests on small passenger vessels? (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: They may be substituted for up to 50% of the required life
jackets.
B: They shall be of an approved type.
C: They shall be stowed separately from required lifesaving
equipment.
D: They may be worn by crew members when working near or over
the water.
2933: Movement of liquid in a tank when a drilling barge inclines
causes an increase in __________________.
A: righting arm
B: metacentric height
C: height of the uncorrected KG
D: natural rolling period
2934: Using the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book, determine the danger angle
for permanent list if the KG is 21.8 feet and the drafts
are: FWD 23'-05", AFT 24'-04".
A: 37ø
B: 31ø
C: 26ø
D: 21ø
2936: A vessel's drafts are: FWD 16'-03", AFT 16'-09"; and the KG
is 21.3 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
angle of list if the center of gravity is shifted 2 feet off
the centerline.
A: 12²
B: 14²
C: 20²
D: 22²
2937: A tank of a MODU with a volume of 2,000 cubic feet is
pressed with sea water weighing 64 pounds per cubic foot.
What is the weight, in kips, of the liquid?
A: 54 kips
B: 67 kips
C: 78 kips
D: 128 kips
2938: What equipment must be on a life float? (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: Two paddles, a light, painter, lifeline and pendants
B: Water-light, painter, and signal mirror
C: Water-light and painter only
D: Two paddles, painter, and six red flares
2939: How many distress flares and smoke signals are small
pssenger vessels on oceans, coastwise or Great Lakes routes
required to carry?
A: Six red hand flares and six orange smoke signals in a
watertight container
B: Two ring life buoys with attached water lights
C: A battery operated red-flasher lantern
D: All of the above
2940: You have loaded a deck cargo, and the vessel has assumed a
5² list due to negative GM. Your salt water drafts are: FWD
16'-05", AFT 16'-07". If you then load 1200 tons of cargo
in the lower holds (VCG 11 feet) and take on 520 tons of
bunkers (VCG 2.5 feet), what is the final GM? (Use the
material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: 2.5 feet
B: 2.0 feet
C: 1.4 feet
D: 0.6 foot
2941: The existence of liquids in partially full tanks or
compartments of a MODU causes a virtual rise in the height
of the _________________.
A: metacenter
B: center of buoyancy
C: center of flotation
D: center of gravity
2942: Vessels in ocean service shall carry _____________. (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: lifefloats for 50% of all persons on board
B: buoyant apparatus for all persons on board
C: sufficient inflatable buoyant apparatus for all persons on
board
D: life jackets for 50% of all persons on board
2943: A virtual rise in the center of gravity of a MODU may be
caused by __________________.
A: filling a partially filled tank
B: using an on board crane to lift a freely swinging heavy
object
C: emptying a partially filled tank
D: transferring pipe from the setback area to the pipe rack
2944: Using the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book, determine the danger angle
for permanent list if the KG is 25.0 feet and the drafts
are: FWD 15'-04", AFT 15'-08".
A: 12ø
B: 17ø
C: 20ø
D: 23ø
2945: A virtual rise in the center of gravity of a MODU may be
caused by ___________________.
A: filling a partially filled tank
B: using fuel from a pressed fuel tank
C: emptying a partially filled tank
D: transferring pipe from the setback area to the pipe rack
2946: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 17'-09", AFT 18'-03"; and the
KG is 22.4 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the angle of list if the center of gravity is shifted 1.5
feet off the centerline.
A: 14ø
B: 18ø
C: 22ø
D: 26ø
2947: A semisubmersible displacing 700,000 cubic feet while
floating in sea water (64 pounds per cubic foot) weighs ___.
A: 8,929 long tons
B: 19,509 long tons
C: 20,000 long tons
D: 24,500 long tons
2948: Licenses are issued for ____________.
A: 3 years
B: 5 years
C: 1 year
D: 2 years
2949: Which information are you required to report to the Coast
Guard when an accident occurs in which loss of life
results? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: Location of the occurrence
B: Number and name of vessel
C: Names of owners
D: All of the above
2950: You have loaded a deck cargo, and the vessel has assumed a
7² list due to negative GM. Your salt water drafts are: FWD
16'-00", AFT 16'-02". If you then load 1050 tons of cargo
in the lower holds (VCG 11.0 feet) and take on 600 tons of
bunkers (VCG 2.5 feet), what is the final GM? (Use the
reference material in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 2.8 feet
B: 2.5 feet
C: 1.9 feet
D: 1.5 feet
2951: A jackup displacing 350,000 cubic feet while floating in sea
water (64 pounds per cubic foot) weighs _______.
A: 10,000 kips
B: 18,169 kips
C: 21,841 kips
D: 22,400 kips
2952: Where is the most probable location of the remote shutdown
station for cargo pumps on a tank barge carrying oil?
A: The loading dock
B: The midpoint of the barge
C: Within 25 feet of the pump engine
D: Above the forward rake end
2953: When the height of the metacenter has the same value as the
height of the center of gravity, the metacentric height is
equal to ________.
A: the height of the metacenter
B: the height of the center of gravity
C: the same as half the height of the metacenter
D: zero
2954: Your sailing drafts are FWD: 19'-06", AFT 20'-10" and the
GM is 3.3 feet. What will be the angle of list if the #2
starboard deep tank (capacity 100 tons, VCG 19.1 feet, and
24 feet of the centerline) is filled with fuel oil? (Use
the data in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: Less than 1ø
B: 2ø
C: 4ø
D: 6ø
2955: For a floating MODU, the center of buoyancy and the
metacenter are in the line of action of the buoyant
force _________________________.
A: only when there is positive stability
B: only when there is negative stability
C: only when there is neutral stability
D: at all times
2956: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of: FWD
21'-10.6", AFT 22'-11.6". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as shown. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of The Stabiiity
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 22'-00.1", AFT 23'-00.1"
B: FWD 21'-11.0", AFT 23'-01.2"
C: FWD 21'-10.0", AFT 22'-10.0"
D: FWD 21'-08.9", AFT 22'-11.1"
2957: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 21'-09", AFT 23'-03"; and the
KG is 20.0 feet. Use the selected stability curves in the
blue pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the angle of list if the center of gravity is shifted 1.9
feet off the centerline.
A: 9²
B: 12²
C: 15²
D: 19²
2958: The discharge side of every fire pump must be equipped with
a ______.
A: gate valve
B: pressure gauge
C: check valve
D: strainer
2959: Which commodity would be regulated by subchapter D, Rules
and Regulations for Tank Vessels?
A: Asphalt
B: Vinyl Chloride
C: Benzene
D: All of the above
2960: As Master of a small passenger vessel, you have a question
regarding a proposed modification to a watertight bulkhead.
In which subchapter of title 46 of the Code of Federal
Regulations will you find the answer?
A: Subchapter B
B: Subchapter T
C: Subchapter F
D: Subchapter S
2961: The Certificate of Inspection issued to a vessel carrying
more than six passengers must be _____________. (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: posted on board under glass, if practical
B: posted on the dock where passengers are embarked
C: retained at the owner's principal place of business
D: kept on file by the Collector of Customs
2962: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 17'-06", AFT 24'-03"
B: FWD 19'-03", AFT 22'-06"
C: FWD 17'-01", AFT 24'-08"
D: FWD 21'-04", AFT 19'-07"
2963: Which of the following statements about transmitting
distress messages by radiotelephone is INCORRECT?
A: If no answer is received on the designated distress
frequencies, repeat the distress call on any frequency
available.
B: Channel 16 (156.8) may be used for distress messages.
C: It is advisable to follow a distress message on 2182 kHz by
two dashes of 10 to 15 seconds duration.
D: Distress messages should first be transmitted on 2182 kHz.
2964: Using the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book, determine the danger angle
for permanent list if the KG is 22.2 feet and the drafts
are: FWD 23'-06", AFT 24'-03".
A: 26ø
B: 30ø
C: 34ø
D: 53ø
2966: Each vessel shall be dry-docked or hauled out at intervals
not to exceed 2 years if operated in salt water for a
total of more than _____________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: 3 months in the 2 year period since it was last
hauled out
B: 6 months in the 2 year period since it was last
hauled out
C: 12 months in the 2 year period since it was last
hauled out
D: 15 months in the 2 year period since it was last
hauled out
2967: When a wind force causes a floating MODU to heel to a static
angle, the _______.
A: centers of buoyancy and gravity are in the same
vertical line
B: righting moment equals the wind-heeling moment
C: downflooding point is below water
D: deck-edge immersion occurs
2968: Air-cooled radiators for gasoline propulsion engine cooling
_______. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: must be approved for marine use
B: must have a double fan installation
C: must be filled with fresh water
D: are not permitted
2969: All inlets and discharges led through the vessel's hull
below a line drawn parallel to and not less than six inches
above the load waterline shall be fitted with ____________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: cast-iron shut-off valves
B: a wooden plug
C: an efficient and accessible means of closing
D: a blank-off flange
2972: Regulations require that approved buoyant work vests
_____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: may not be carried on inspected vessels
B: may be substituted for 10% of the required life jackets
C: shall be stowed in a place inaccessible to passengers
D: shall be stowed separately from the required life jackets
2974: Using the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book, determine the danger angle
for permanent list if the KG is 21.2 feet and the drafts
are: FWD 27'-11", AFT 28'-07".
A: 72ø
B: 52ø
C: 24ø
D: 19ø
2975: A quick and rapid motion of a MODU in a seaway is an
indication of a(n) __________.
A: large GM
B: high center of gravity
C: excessive free surface
D: small GZ
2976: The number of children's life jackets carried must be at
least what percentage of the total number of person's
aboard? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: 5%
B: 7.5%
C: 10%
D: 15%
2977: A slow and easy motion of a MODU in a seaway is an
indication of a ___________.
A: small GM
B: low center of gravity
C: stiff vessel
D: large GZ
2978: Which equipment is not required for a life float? (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: Paddles
B: Light
C: Painter
D: Compass
2979: Which vessel is required to carry a Category I, 406 MHz
EPIRB installed to automatically float free and activate?
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: A vessel operating exclusively on inland waters.
B: A vessel limited to 20 miles offshore, which carries a
radiotelephone on board.
C: A vessel limited to 100 miles offshore.
D: Each vessel operating on the high seas or beyond three
miles from the coastline of the Great Lakes.
2981: The center of gravity of a freely swinging load suspended
from a pedestal crane acts as if it were located at
the ___________________.
A: counterweight
B: pedestal
C: longitudinal centerline
D: point of suspension
2982: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 1.20 feet
B: 0.92 foot
C: 0.73 foot
D: 0.61 foot
2983: The height of the metacenter above the keel will vary
depending on the ________________________.
A: draft and beam of the drilling unit
B: displacement and deadweight of the drilling unit
C: buoyancy and trim of the drilling unit
D: tonnage and deadweight of the drilling unit
2984: Your sailing drafts are: FWD 24'-02", AFT 24'-10" and
the GM is 4.6 feet. What will be the angle of list if #6
starboard double bottom (capacity 95 tons, VCG 2.6 feet,
and 21 feet off the centerline) is filled with saltwater?
(Use the data in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book)
A: Less than 1ø
B: 2ø
C: 4ø
D: 7ø
2985: For a MODU with list, a decrease in GMT will cause the
angle of inclination to _____.
A: stabilize at an angle of loll
B: decrease
C: increase
D: remain constant
2986: The person in charge of a vessel must prepare and post which
of the following, in a conspicuous place accessible to the
crew and passengers? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: Emergency Instructions
B: A tide table for the area
C: Instructions on artificial respiration
D: The location of the first aid kit
2987: For a MODU with trim, a decrease in GMT will cause the
angle of inclination to ________.
A: increase
B: decrease
C: remain constant
D: stabilize at an angle of loll
2988: No person whose license has been revoked shall be issued
another license except upon _____________.
A: approval of the Commandant
B: taking a new examination
C: approval of the Officer-in-Charge, Marine Inspection
D: approval of an administrative law judge
2989: When would it NOT be necessary to immediately notify the
U.S. Coast Guard? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: Loss of life
B: Major damage affecting the seaworthiness of a vessel
C: Damage amounting to $2,000
D: Injury to a person which requires medical treatment beyond
first aid
2990: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD 28'-04", AFT 30'-08". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 29'-01", AFT 30'-01"
B: FWD 29'-03", AFT 29'-11"
C: FWD 29'-05", AFT 29'-09"
D: FWD 29'-07", AFT 29'-07"
2992: A 98 GT uninspected towing vessel with a 1500 B.H.P. engine
capability would be required to carry how many type B-II
hand portable fire extinguishers on board?
2993: Convection spreads a fire by _____________.
A: the transfer of heat across an unobstructed space
B: burning liquids flowing into another space
C: transmitting the heat of a fire through the ship's metal
D: heated gases flowing through ventilation systems
2994: Your sailing drafts are: FWD 21'-08", AFT 22'-04" and the
GM is 3.2 feet. What will be the angle of list if the #6
port deep tank (capacity 201 tons, VCG 11.4 feet, and 25.5
feet off the centerline) is filled with fuel oil? (Use the
data in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
2996: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 286.1 ft
B: 282.7 ft
C: 278.6 ft
D: 272.4 ft
2998: The minimum amount of lifesaving equipment required aboard
an 85-foot uninspected towing vessel consists of __________.
A: one approved flotation cushion for each person on board
B: one approved life preserver for each person on board and one
life ring
C: one approved inflatable vest for each person on board
D: lifeboat capacity equal to 1 1/2 times the number of persons
on board
2999: The use of portable electrical equipment in the pumproom on
tank barges is prohibited unless _________________.
A: the pumproom is gas-free
B: spaces with bulkheads common to the pumproom are either
gas-free, inert, filled with water, or contain grade E
liquid
C: all other compartments in which flammable vapors and gases
may exist are closed and secured
D: All of the above
3002: A vessels Certificate of Inspection will show the _________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: crew requirements
B: minimum fire fighting and lifesaving equipment
C: route permitted
D: All of the above
3004: Using the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book, determine the danger angle
for permanent list if the KG is 23.7 feet and the drafts
are: FWD 28'-00", AFT 28'-06".
A: 16ø
B: 21ø
C: 41ø
D: 56ø
3005: All vessels having a Certificate of Inspection and operating
exclusively in salt water shall be dry-docked or hauled out
_____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: once in each calendar year
B: once in each fiscal year
C: at the time of each inspection
D: at intervals not to exceed 2 years
3006: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 26'-03", AFT 27'-08"
B: FWD 26'-08", AFT 25'-07"
C: FWD 25'-06", AFT 26'-11"
D: FWD 26'-11", AFT 25'-06"
3007: A floating MODU with an initial negative metacentric
height __________.
A: will capsize
B: will incline further
C: may lie at an angle of loll
D: may be initially level
3008: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 280.2 ft
B: 284.1 ft
C: 285.3 ft
D: 286.2 ft
3009: Which type of ventilation is required for enclosed spaces
containing gasoline, machinery, or fuel tanks? (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: Natural supply and mechanical exhaust
B: Mechanical supply and natural exhaust
C: Mechanical supply and mechanical exhaust
D: Natural supply and natural exhaust
3010: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 4.07 ft
B: Available GM 4.60 ft
C: Available GM 4.69 ft
D: Available GM 4.81 ft
3011: A semisubmersible which will not remain upright and will
assume a list either to port or starboard is likely to
have _______.
A: a large TCG
B: a negative GM
C: excessive ballast
D: insufficient deck load
3012: You are on the cargo vessel represented in the blue pages of
the Stability Data Reference Book. Your present KG is
22.3 feet and the drafts are FWD 21'-07", AFT 22'-05". The
following cargo must be loaded: (1) 1120 tons, KG 33 feet;
(2) 990 tons, KG 25 feet. How many tons of deck cargo with
a KG of 47 feet may be loaded if the ship is to sail with a
GM of not less than 2.1 feet and not exceed the freeboard
draft?
A: 0 tons
B: 60 tons
C: 103 tons
D: 149 tons
3013: Semisubmersibles A and B are identical. However, "A"
is more tender than "B". This means that "A" relative to
"B" has a ______.
A: lower KG
B: smaller GM
C: smaller roll angle
D: larger GZ
3014: Using the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book, determine the danger angle
for permanent list if the KG is 21.8 feet and the drafts
are: FWD 19'-05", AFT 20'-01".
A: 52ø
B: 45ø
C: 31ø
D: 26ø
3015: An inclined semisubmersible with a very short rolling period
about a constant angle of list is likely to have _______.
A: an off-center TCG
B: an LCG greater than level vessel LCB
C: a negative GM
D: excessive free surfaces
3016: Pyrotechnic distress signals are required to be renewed no
later than the first inspection after a certain period of
time after the date of manufacture. What is this period of
time? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: 1 1/2 years
B: 2 years
C: 3 1/2 years
D: 4 years
3017: A semisubmersible which flops between forward and aft trim
angles is likely to have _______.
A: an off-center TCG
B: LCG greater than level-vessel LCB
C: KMT greater than KML
D: KML less than KGL
3018: Each lifefloat on an inspected vessel shall be fitted and
equipped with _____________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: a lifeline, a painter, and one paddle
B: a lifeline, a painter, and a water light
C: two paddles, a light, and a lifeline
D: two paddles, a light, a lifeline, a painter and
pendants
3019: All vessels not limited to daylight service shall be fitted
with a ring life buoy _____________. (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: on the stern of the vessel
B: with a twenty fathom line attached
C: with no line attached
D: with a water light to be attached during nighttime
operation
3021: A semisubmersible which flops between port and starboard
angles of list is likely to have _______.
A: KMT greater than KML
B: KMT less than KGT
C: an off-center LCG
D: TCG greater than level-vessel TCB
3022: Vessels operating in warm water whose routes are restricted
to 20 miles from a harbor of safe refuge shall carry life
floats or buoyant apparatus for not less than _____________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: 25% of all persons on board
B: 50% of all persons on board
C: 75% of all persons on board
D: 100% of all persons on board
3023: A semisubmersible which flops between forward and aft
angles of trim is likely to have _______.
A: KML less than KGL
B: an off-center LCG
C: LCG greater than LCB
D: KML greater than KMT
3024: Your sailing drafts are: FWD 17'-07", AFT 18'-05" and the
GM is 3.4 feet. What will be the angle of list if #4 port
double bottom (capacity 140 tons, VCG 2.6 feet, and 26 feet
off the centerline) is filled with saltwater? (Use the data
in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: Less than 1ø
B: 3ø
C: 6ø
D: 9ø
3025: A semisubmersible with a negative GM flops to an angle
of ______.
A: heel
B: trim
C: list
D: loll
3026: Who is required to prepare and post Emergency Instructions
in a conspicuous place accessible to crew and passengers?
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: The owner of the vessel
B: The Master of the vessel
C: The U.S. Coast Guard Inspector
D: The American Boat and Yacht Council, Inc.
3027: If the result of loading a MODU is an increase in the
height of the center of gravity, there will always be an
increase in the ______.
A: metacentric height
B: righting arm
C: righting moment
D: vertical moments
3028: While serving as Master on board your vessel, your
license must be _____________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: displayed in the company office on shore
B: displayed in your home
C: in your possession on board the vessel
D: kept in the Coast Guard office where you sat for your
license
3029: A stability test, under Coast Guard supervision, conducted
by the owner, builder, or his representative is required
when _____________.
A: the vessel is certificated for more than 49 passengers
B: the vessel's stability is questioned
C: an increased passenger allowance is authorized above the
original passenger allowance
D: All of the above
3030: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 7.7 feet
B: 9.1 feet
C: 9.9 feet
D: 10.6 feet
3031: The natural rolling period of a drilling barge increases
when _______.
A: GM increases
B: the setback is placed in the pipe racks
C: free surfaces are reduced
D: ice accumulates above deck
3032: Controls for a fixed carbon dioxide system shall be mounted
_________.
A: directly outside the space protected by the system
B: as near the gas cylinders as possible
C: in the pilothouse
D: on the main deck near the bow
3033: The effects of free surface on initial stability depend upon
the dimensions of the surface of the free liquids and the
__________.
A: volume of liquid in the tank
B: volume of displacement of the vessel
C: location of the tank in the vessel
D: height of the center of gravity of the vessel
3034: Your sailing drafts are: FWD 14'-04", AFT 16'-02" and the
GM is 3.0 feet. What will be the angle of list if #5 port
double bottom (capacity 195 tons, VCG 2.6 feet, and 18.5
feet off the centerline) is filled with saltwater? (Use the
data in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: 4ø
B: 8ø
C: 1ø²
D: 16ø
3036: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 262.3 ft
B: 264.9 ft
C: 268.1 ft
D: 270.3 ft
3038: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 1.10 feet
B: 0.91 foot
C: 0.72 foot
D: 0.68 foot
3039: What is a requirement for remote manual shutdown stations
for internal combustion engine driven cargo pumps on tank
barges?
A: They must be conspicuously marked.
B: They must be located at least 10 feet from the engine.
C: There must be at least two such shutdown devices.
D: The valve rods shall be fitted with stuffing boxes.
3040: A vessel's drafts are: FWD 19'-00", AFT 21'-10". How much
more cargo can be loaded to have the vessel down to the
freeboard draft? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 4819 tons
B: 4982 tons
C: 5012 tons
D: 5099 tons
3041: Under the Pollution Regulations, garbage disposal records
must be kept __________.
A: one year
B: two years
C: until the end of the voyage
D: until the next Coast Guard inspection
3042: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 271.2 ft
B: 260.3 ft
C: 251.9 ft
D: 247.2 ft
3044: Using the information in Section 1, the blue pages, of the
Stability Data Reference Book, determine the danger angle
for permanent list if the KG is 22.4 feet, and the drafts
are: FWD 19'-06", AFT 20'-00".
A: 12ø
B: 24ø
C: 48ø
D: 52ø
3046: How long is the Certificate of Inspection issued to a 50
gross ton, passenger carrying vessel which is 60 feet (18
meters)in length valid? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: One year
B: Two years
C: Three years
D: Four years
3047: Automatic fire dampers in ventilation systems are operated
by use of _______________.
A: remotely operated valves
B: fusible links
C: C02 system pressure switches
D: heat or smoke detectors
3048: What device is required for a vertical dry exhaust system?
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: A spark arrestor
B: A silencer
C: An automatic damper
D: A rain and spray cap
3049: Except as otherwise provided, vessels permitted to carry not
more than 49 passengers shall be fitted with at least
_____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: one wash basin
B: one toilet
C: two toilets
D: two toilets and one wash basin
3050: A vessel's drafts are: FWD 14'-04", AFT 15'-08". How much
more cargo can be loaded to have the vessel down to the
freeboard draft? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 7280 tons
B: 7879 tons
C: 8004 tons
D: 8104 tons
3052: Which statement is TRUE concerning work vests on a small
passenger?
A: They may be worn during drills
B: They may be substituted for up to 10% of the required
life jackets on board
C: They need not be an approved type
D: They must be stowed separately from approved life
jackets
3054: Your sailing drafts are: FWD 22'-04", AFT 23'-06", and
the GM is 3.2 feet. What will be the angle of list if #3
starboard double bottom (capacity 97 tons, VCG 2.5 feet and
23 feet off the centerline) is filled with saltwater? (Use
the data in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability Data
Reference Book)
A: Less than 1ø
B: 3ø
C: 7ø
D: 11ø
3056: The service use of pyrotechnic distress signals measured
from the date of manufacture shall be limited to a period of
__________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: 24 months
B: 34 months
C: 42 months
D: 60 months
3058: Life floats and buoyant apparatus shall be marked _______.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: with the vessel's name in 3" letters
B: conspicuously in 1-1/2" letters with the number of persons
allowed
C: with the vessel's name on all paddles and oars
D: All of the above
3059: A small passenger vessel under 65 feet in length is required
to carry how many ring life buoys? (small passenger vessel
regulations)
3060: A vessel's drafts are: FWD 19'-00", AFT 17'-02". How much
more cargo can be loaded to have the vessel down to the
freeboard draft? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 5928 tons
B: 6016 tons
C: 6149 tons
D: 6242 tons
3062: The Master of a vessel shall make sure the EPIRB is tested
____________________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: daily
B: weekly
C: every two weeks
D: monthly
3063: The first AMVER position report must be sent within how many
hours of departure?
3064: Your sailing drafts are: FWD 18'-03", AFT 19'-07" and
the GM is 4.3 feet. What will be the angle of list if #2
starboard double bottom (capacity 78 tons, VCG 2.7 feet,
and 24.5 feet off the centerline) is filled with saltwater?
(Use the data in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book)
3066: Every vessel shall have its steering gear tested by the
Master or Mate _____________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: once a week
B: prior to getting under way for the day's operation
C: every 72 operating hours while underway
D: once a month
3068: After a collision, accident or other casualty involving a
small passenger vessel, the Master must _____________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: handle resulting problems and notify the nearest Marine
Safety Office.
B: Notify the Coast Guard in the case of serious vessel damage
C: Exchange ownership information with the other vessel
D: All of the above
3069: Unless otherwise stated, the term "approved" applied to a
vessel's equipment, means approved by the _____________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: American Bureau of Shipping
B: Congress of the United States
C: Commandant of the Coast Guard
D: Board of Fire Underwriters
3070: Your vessel's drafts are: FWD 14'-04", AFT 12'-08". How
much more cargo can be loaded to have the vessel down to the
freeboard draft? (Use the information in Section 1, the
blue pages, of the Stability Data Reference Book)
A: 6500 tons
B: 7001 tons
C: 7415 tons
D: 8699 tons
3071: The free surface effects of a partially-full tank in a
floating MODU increase with the _______.
A: surface area of the fluid in the tank
B: displacement volume of the MODU
C: draft of the MODU
D: height of the tank above the keel
3072: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 6450 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 274.46 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 272.6 feet
B: LCG-FP 269.8 feet
C: LCG-FP 266.5 feet
D: LCG-FP 263.8 feet
3073: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD 28'-04", AFT 29'-10". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 27'-01", AFT 29'-11"
B: FWD 27'-03", AFT 29'-09"
C: FWD 27'-05", AFT 29'-07"
D: FWD 27'-07", AFT 29'-05"
3074: Your sailing drafts are: FWD 17'-07", AFT 18'-03" and the
GM is 2.8 feet. What will be the angle of list if the #4
starboard double bottom (capacity 141 tons, VCG 2.6 feet,
and 23.8 feet off the centerline) is filled with saltwater?
(Use the data in Section 1, the blue pages, of the Stability
Data Reference Book)
3075: Although KG for a MODU in lightweight is relatively high,
the vessel is stiff because __________.
A: KM is small
B: KM is high
C: BL is small
D: KB is large
3076: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stablity Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 0.87 foot
B: 0.98 foot
C: 1.14 feet
D: 1.25 feet
3077: The purpose of the inclining experiment on a MODU is to
determine the ___________________.
A: lightweight and lightweight center of gravity location
B: position of the center of buoyancy
C: position of the metacenter
D: maximum load line
3079: You are operator of an uninspected towing vessel of 150 GT
with 3300 B.H.P. How much fire extinguishing equipment are
you required to have on board?
A: Three B-II hand portable fire extinguishers
B: Seven B-II hand portable fire extinguishers
C: Three B-II hand portable fire extinguishers and one B-II
semiportable fire extinguishing system
D: Seven B-II hand portable fire extinguishers and a fixed fire
extinguishing system
3080: When inspecting a tank barge to see that it has all the
required fire extinguishers and other safety items aboard,
which of the following is the best source for determining
what is required?
A: The supervisor in charge of the dock to which the barge is
tied up
B: Part 38 of the Rules and Regulations for Tank Vessels
C: The Certificate of Inspection of the barge
D: The local fire marshal
3082: On vessels subject to the provisions of 46 CFR Subchapter T,
life jackets shall be _____________.
A: kept locked up at all times when underway
B: stored in convenient places throughout the accommodation
spaces
C: inaccessible to passengers
D: on the topmost deck of the vessel at all times
3083: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 7.7 feet
B: 9.1 feet
C: 9.9 feet
D: 10.7 feet
3084: All lifefloats and buoyant apparatus shall be conspicuously
marked with the _____________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: manufacturer's price, stock number, and inspection date
B: vessel's name, tonnage, and horsepower
C: vessel's name (in 3" letters) and number of persons allowed,
in at least 1-1/2 inch high letters and numbers
D: vessel's name, and number of persons allowed, all in at
least 3" inch high letters and numbers
3085: The vertical distance between G and M of a MODU is used as
a measure of _________________.
A: stability at all angles of inclination
B: initial stability
C: stability at angles less than the limit of positive
stability
D: stability at angles less than the downflooding angle
3086: Which barge in your tow would require a cargo information
card to be carried in the pilothouse?
A: A tank barge with a sign reading "No Visitors, No Smoking,
No Open Lights"
B: An open hopper barge carrying coal
C: A gas-free chlorine barge
D: An empty (not gas-free) barge that last carried benzene
3089: What is NOT a responsibility of the tankerman in charge of
loading an unmanned tank barge?
A: Enforcement of smoking restrictions
B: Restricting vessels from coming alongside the barge
C: Insuring that a combustible gas indicator is aboard
D: Protecting cargo hose with chafing gear
3090: Which statement is TRUE concerning spare charges for
portable fire extinguishers on unmanned tank barges?
A: Spare charges shall be carried for at least 50 percent of
each size and variety required on board.
B: If the unit cannot be charged by the vessel's personnel, one
spare unit shall be carried in lieu of spare charges.
C: Spare charges shall be stowed in watertight containers on
deck.
D: Regulations concerning spare charges do not apply to
unmanned barges.
3091: When will the float-free emergency position indicating
radiobeacon be activated after abandoning ship?
A: Immediately after floating free
B: After about one hour when the salt water activates the
battery
C: Only when keyed by the radar of another vessel
D: Only when daylight activates the photovoltaic cell
3092: Why is it necessary to extend ventilators of gasoline
powered vessels to the bilges?
A: To keep them dry, and thus easier to clean
B: To remove fuel vapors which are heavier than air
C: To provide adequate air to the engines
D: To cool the machinery areas
3093: You are preparing to load fuel oil on a vessel of over 300
gross tons. Before loading, you must check that the fuel
oil tank vents ___________________.
A: are not obstructed by on-deck cargo
B: have a fire extinquisher within the immediate area
C: have containment capacity for at least 5 gallons
D: are opened and the flame screen replaced
3094: A type B-III CO2 extinguisher has a rated capacity of _____.
A: 15 lbs
B: 25 lbs
C: 35 lbs
D: 45 lbs
3096: The shut off valve at the gasoline tank which can be
operated from outside the tank space _____.
A: controls the amount of gasoline to the engine
B: shuts off the gasoline supply at the tank
C: is used if the gasoline tank leaks
D: All of the above
3098: Assuming that the recommended hatch loading sequence is
followed, how many long tons of iron ore may be loaded
through hatches 8 & 12 while using a single belt loader
to arrive at a desired mean keel draft of 28'-03"?
(use the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN).
A: 460 tons per hatch
B: 520 tons per hatch
C: 690 tons per hatch
D: 730 tons per hatch
3099: Which type of power may a towing vessel use to drive the
cargo pumps of a tank barge?
A: Only air
B: Only steam
C: Air or steam only
D: Steam, air, or electricity
3100: Portable fire extinguishers must be provided for the cargo
tank area of an unmanned tank barge ___________________.
A: only when fully loaded
B: if one or more tanks are full
C: when transferring cargo
D: only when the barge is being towed
3101: Adding the transverse free surface correction to the
uncorrected height of the center of gravity of a MODU
yields ____________________.
A: FSCT
B: KG
C: KGT
D: GMT
3102: Which type of fixed fire-extinguishing system is approved
for use on board uninspected vessels?
A: Carbon dioxide
B: Steam smothering
C: Chemical foam
D: All of the above
3103: Adding the longitudinal free surface correction to the
uncorrected height of the center of gravity of a MODU
yields _____________________.
A: FSCL
B: KG
C: KGL
D: GML
3104: An emergency check-off list is required on vessels carrying
six or fewer passengers for hire. The list must contain
information on all of the following EXCEPT ________________.
A: precautions for rough weather
B: actions required in the event of accident
C: procedures for man overboard emergencies
D: emergency procedures for fire at sea
3105: Subtracting the height of the center of gravity corrected
for transverse free surface effects from the height of the
transverse metacenter of a MODU yields ______________.
A: GM
B: GMT
C: KGT
D: KMT
3106: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 5480 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 272.20 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 272.2 feet
B: LCG-FP 268.3 feet
C: LCG-FP 265.1 feet
D: LCG-FP 263.4 feet
3107: Subtracting the height of the center of gravity corrected
for longitudinal free surface effects from the height of the
longitudinal metacenter of a MODU yields _______________.
A: GM
B: GML
C: KGL
D: KML
3108: A CO2 extinguisher which has lost 10% of its charge must be
________.
A: used at the earliest opportunity
B: hydrotested
C: recharged
D: weighed again in one month
3109: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 3.9 feet
B: 4.3 feet
C: 4.7 feet
D: 5.1 feet
3110: When a vessel is not in compliance with its Certificate of
Inspection, which certificate may be issued to allow its
movement to a repair facility? (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: Change of Employment
B: Permit to Proceed
C: Application for Inspection
D: Temporary Certificate of Inspection
3111: For a MODU with list, an increase in GMT will cause the
inclination to ______________.
A: stabilize at an angle of loll
B: decrease
C: increase
D: remain constant
3112: An 85 foot uninspected towing vessel with a crew of ten (10)
persons on board must carry at LEAST ____________________.
A: 10 approved ring life buoys and 10 approved life preservers
B: 10 approved work vests
C: 10 approved life jackets and 1 approved ring life buoy
D: 11 approved life preservers
3113: For a MODU with trim, an increase in GMT will cause the
inclination to ____________.
A: stabilize at an angle of loll
B: decrease
C: increase
D: remain constant
3115: For a MODU with transverse inclination, an increase in GMT
causes _______________.
A: list to stabilize at an angle of loll
B: list to decrease
C: trim to decrease
D: list to increase
3116: On a cargo vessel, fire and boat drills must be held within
24 hours of leaving port if the percentage of the crew
replaced was more than ____.
A: 5%
B: 10%
C: 25%
D: 40%
3117: For a MODU with longitudinal inclination, an increase in
GML causes ______________________.
A: list to stabilize at an angle of loll
B: trim to stabilize at an angle of loll
C: trim to increase
D: trim to decrease
3118: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 4850 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 275.72 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 268.3 feet
B: LCG-FP 265.4 feet
C: LCG-FP 261.2 feet
D: LCG-FP 256.9 feet
3119: Life floats and buoyant apparatus may be stowed in tiers,
one above the other, to a height of not more than ________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: 3 feet
B: 4 feet
C: 5 feet
D: 6 feet
3120: Before issuing an initial Certificate of Inspection, the
construction arrangement and equipment of a vessel must be
acceptable to the _____________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: American Bureau of Shipping Surveyor
B: U.S. Salvage Marine Surveyor
C: Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection
D: U.S. Customs Collector
3121: To prevent the spread of fire by conduction you should
___________.
A: cool the bulkheads around the fire
B: remove combustibles from direct exposure
C: close all openings to the area
D: shut off all electric power
3122: All life jackets carried on board small passenger
vessels are required to be marked _____. (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: with the vessel's name
B: with the vessel's official number
C: with the maximum weight to be held by the life preserver
D: with the maximum serviceable life of the life preserver
3123: You are monitoring VHF Channel 16 when you receive a call to
your vessel, TEXAS PRIDE. What is the proper way to answer
this call?
A: "This is TEXAS PRIDE. Pick a channel."
B: "This is TEXAS PRIDE on Channel 16. Come back."
C: "This is TEXAS PRIDE, WSR 1234, reply Channel 10."
D: "Please stand by. We're busy right now."
3124: On a life float or buoyant apparatus, the life line is
_____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: secured around the sides and ends in bights of not longer
than three feet
B: woven into a net and secured in the center of the float
C: used for securing unconscious persons to the sides
D: the lanyard for securing provisions
3125: The center of flotation for the COASTAL DRILLER is located
at the geometric center of the _______________.
A: underwater volume
B: above water volume
C: amidships section
D: waterplane area
3126: A cargo information card does NOT contain ________________.
A: instructions for the safe handling of the cargo
B: appearance and odor characteristics of the cargo
C: precautions to be observed in case of a spill or leak
D: duties of the person in charge during the transfer of cargo
3127: Automatic fire dampers in ventilation systems are operated
by use of a _____________.
A: fusible link
B: remote operated valve
C: C02 system pressure switch
D: heat or smoke detector
3128: You are Master of a 20-ton ketch. You wish to heave-to on
the starboard tack in 35 knots of wind. Which action would
be appropriate?
A: Set your storm jib aback to port and secure your rudder hard
to starboard.
B: Secure your reefed mizzen aback to starboard and your storm
jib aback to port. Secure your rudder hard to port.
C: Sheet your mizzen in flat and secure your rudder amidships.
D: Secure your storm jib aback to starboard and sheet your
reefed mizzen in flat. Secure your rudder hard to
starboard.
3130: What is the minimum height of rails on passenger decks of
ferryboats, excursion vessels, and vessels of a similar
type? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: 18 inches (.5 m) high
B: 24 inches (.6 m) high
C: 39-1/2 inches (1 m) high
D: 42 inches (1.1 m) high
3131: Damage stability of a MODU is the stability ____________.
A: which exists when the wind speed is less than 50 knots
B: before collision
C: after flooding
D: at survival draft
3133: The stability which exists after the unintentional flooding
of a compartment on a MODU is called _______.
A: intact stability
B: initial stability
C: immersion stability
D: damage stability
3134: Which is a B-II fire extinguisher? (Uninspected Vessel
Regulations)
A: A 2-1/2 gallon water (stored pressure) extinguisher
B: A 15 lb. CO2 extinguisher
C: A 2 lb. dry chemical extinguisher
D: A 1-1/4 gallon foam extinguisher
3135: While the DEEP DRILLER is operating loaded as shown in
Sample Load Form #4 (Drilling), casing is accidentally
dropped over the port side. If the port forward inclination
is slowly increasing, which tank is probably damaged?
3136: Where should the tops of vents from gasoline tanks
terminate?
A: In open air
B: Inside cabins near the overhead
C: In the machinery space near the engine air intake
D: Underwater
3137: With damaged floating vessels, the most important
consideration is the preservation of ______________.
A: bilge pumping capacity
B: reserve buoyancy
C: level attitude
D: instability
3138: Assuming that the recommended hatch loading sequence is
followed, how many long tons of iron ore may be loaded
through hatch No. 20 while using a single belt loader to
arrive at a desired mean keel draft of 29'-06"? (Use the
Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN.)
A: 1550 tons
B: 2920 tons
C: 3010 tons
D: 3515 tons
3139: Open ullage holes in tanks which are not gas-free must be
protected by ________________.
A: PV valves
B: warning signs
C: flame screens
D: stop-check valves
3140: Escape hatches and other hatches in weather decks on
passenger vessels operating beyond protected waters
_____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: must be watertight
B: must be open at all times
C: need not be watertight
D: None of the above
3141: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 4.81 ft
B: Available GM 4.69 ft
C: Available GM 4.60 ft
D: Available GM 4.28 ft
3142: In the machinery space of all uninspected motor vessels,
there must be one type B-II hand portable fire extinguisher
for every ______.
A: 500 S.H.P. of the main engines
B: 1000 S.H.P. of the main engines
C: 500 B.H.P. of the main engines
D: 1000 B.H.P. of the main engines
3144: On a lifeboat equipped with Rottmer-type releasing gear,
turning the releasing lever releases _________.
A: the painter
B: the after boat fall only if the boat is waterborne
C: both falls at the same time only if the boat is waterborne
D: both falls at the same time even if the boat has not reached
the water
3145: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers damage to the port forward
column below the waterline. You should pump from tank ____.
3146: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 6048 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 270.89 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 263.4 feet
B: LCG-FP 266.6 feet
C: LCG-FP 267.8 feet
D: LCG-FP 269.4 feet
3147: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers severe damage to the starboard
forward column below the waterline. You should pump from
tank _______.
3148: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD 29'-06", AFT 29'-02". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 29'-07", AFT 29'-08"
B: FWD 29'-05", AFT 29'-10"
C: FWD 29'-03", AFT 30'-00"
D: FWD 29'-01", AFT 30'-02"
3149: To find the cause of a gasoline engine's failure to start,
you should _____________.
A: break the joint in the fuel line at the engine and let the
gas run in the bilges
B: disconnect the wires at the spark plugs and make the spark
jump the gap
C: prime the engine with ether through spark plug openings
D: ventilate the space, then check the battery, spark plugs,
carburetor, and fuel line
3150: Your vessel must have a B-II fire extinguisher. Which
extinguisher fulfills this requirement? (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: 4 lb. carbon dioxide
B: 4 lb. dry chemical
C: 15 lb. carbon dioxide
D: 12 gallon foam
3151: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers severe damage to the starboard
aft column below the waterline. You should pump from
tank _______.
3152: U. S. Coast Guard approved work vests may be substituted
life jackets ___________________________.
A: aboard work vessels
B: aboard towing vessels
C: aboard sailing vessels
D: under no circumstances
3153: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers severe damage to the port aft
column below the waterline. You should pump from
tank _______.
A: C1S
B: 9S
C: 10P
D: 2S
3154: How many escape routes must normally exist from all general
areas accessible to the passengers or where the crew may be
quartered or normally employed?
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: Two
B: Three
C: Four
D: Five
3155: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers damage to the port center column
below the waterline. Among the tanks from which you should
pump is tank _____.
3156: A fire and boat drill on a tank vessel shall, by regulation,
include ___________________.
A: starting the fire pumps
B: bringing all rescue and safety equipment from the emergency
equipment lockers
C: demonstrations of rescue and safety equipment by designated
persons
D: All of the above
3157: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers damage to the starboard center
column below the waterline. Among the tanks from which you
should pump is tank _____.
3158: Electric generators can be protected against overload
_____________.
A: with switches
B: with a governor on the engine
C: with fuses or circuit breakers
D: by using heavy wire
3159: Fusible-link fire dampers are operated by _____________.
A: a break-glass and pull-cable system
B: electrical controls on the bridge
C: a mechanical arm outside the vent duct
D: the heat of a fire melting the link
3160: Fixed ballast, if used, may be ________________________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: discharged or moved at any time
B: moved temporarily for examination or repair of the
vessel, when done under the supervision of an inspector
C: moved under the supervision of the owner, Master or
shipyard
D: moved under any condition except extreme emergency
3161: The wooden plug fitted tightly in the vent of a damaged tank
may prevent the tank from __________________.
A: filling completely
B: developing free surfaces
C: developing free surface moments
D: collapsing
3162: All life jackets and life buoys shall be marked with the
vessel's name in letters at least _____. (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: 1/2 inch high
B: 1 inch high
C: Height not specified
D: 1-1/2 inches high
3163: A continual worsening of the list or trim of any floating
MODU indicates _______________.
A: negative GM
B: progressive flooding
C: structural failure
D: an immediate need to counterflood
3164: When discharging cargo from a tank barge, in which case may
the cargo pass through or over the towing vessel?
A: With permission from the person in charge of the towing
vessel
B: With permission from the person in charge of the shore
facility
C: When off-loading grade C cargo
D: In no case
3165: The wooden plug inserted in the vent of a damaged tank
of a MODU should be removed in case it is decided to ____.
A: pump from the damaged tank
B: fight a fire
C: abandon the rig
D: use the crossover system
3166: You are underway with a tow consisting of six barges
containing hazardous chemicals. Which statement is FALSE
concerning a cargo information card?
A: It must be carried in the pilothouse, readily available for
each chemical carried.
B: It must be posted on the lead barge of the tow only.
C: It must be posted on each barge on the tow.
D: It contains information on procedure for spills or leaks.
3167: Topside icing that blocks freeing ports and scuppers ______.
A: is usually below the center of gravity and has little
effecton stability
B: will cause water on deck to pocket and increase stability
C: may decrease stability by increasing free surface effect
due to water on deck
D: increases the effective freeboard and increases
thewind-heel affect
3168: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 6080 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 270.71 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 270.8 feet
B: LCG-FP 269.2 feet
C: LCG-FP 267.6 feet
D: LCG-FP 266.7 feet
3169: Which license or document enable a person to serve as person
in charge of a tank barge which is transferring cargo?
A: Operator of Uninspected Towing Vessels
B: Certified Tankerman
C: Able Seaman
D: Ordinary Seaman/Wiper
3170: What would be an example of a B-I extinguisher? (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: 2.5 gallon foam
B: 10 pound carbon dioxide
C: 2 pound dry chemical
D: 5 pound foam
3171: Automatic fire dampers in ventilation systems are operated
by use of ___________.
A: fusible links
B: remotely operated valves
C: C02 system pressure switches
D: heat or smoke detectors
3172: Your vessel has a gasoline engine and a mechanical exhaust
ventilation system. BEFORE starting the engine, the
exhaust blower should be run long enough to __________.
A: warm up the exhaust blower motor
B: provide a proper supply of fresh air for the engine(s)
C: see the system is in good operating condition
D: insure at least one complete change of air in the
compartments concerned
3173: What is considered to be a B-II portable fire extinguisher?
A: 2 pound dry chemical
B: 2-1/2 gallon foam
C: 4 pound carbon dioxide
D: All of the above
3174: What is considered to be a B-II portable fire extinguisher?
A: 2-1/2 gallon foam
B: 4 pound carbon dioxide
C: 2 pound dry chemical
D: All of the above
3175: The jettisoning of topside weight from a MODU serves
what purpose?
A: It returns the MODU to an even keel.
B: It reduces free surface effect.
C: It lowers the center of gravity.
D: It raises the center of gravity.
3176: The tops of vents from gasoline tanks should terminate ____.
A: in open air
B: inside cabins
C: in machinery space
D: underwater
3177: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 25'-07", AFT 27'-01"
B: FWD 25'-02", AFT 27'-06"
C: FWD 24'-10", AFT 27'-10"
D: FWD 24'-08", AFT 28'-00"
3178: Assuming that the recommended hatch loading sequence is
followed, how many long tons of iron ore may be loaded
through hatch No. 23 while using a single belt loader to
arrive at a desired mean keel draft of 28'-0"? (Use the
Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN.)
A: 2930 tons
B: 3110 tons
C: 3170 tons
D: 3240 tons
3179: What is NOT a requirement for storage batteries on tank
barges?
A: They may be located in cargo handling rooms
B: They must be located in well ventilated spaces
C: Each battery box must have a watertight lining
D: They must be secured against movement
3181: Repairing damage to the hull of a MODU at or above the
waterline reduces the threat of __________________.
A: free surface effects
B: capsizing the MODU
C: continued progressive flooding
D: wind overturning moments
3182: What is the minimum number of portable fire extinguishers
required on board a Class 3 motorboat having a fixed fire
system on board? (Uninspected Vessel Regulations)
A: 1 B-I
B: 2 B-I or 1 B-II
C: 3 B-I or 2 B-II
D: 4 B-I
3183: The order of importance in addressing damage control on a
MODU is __________________.
A: control flooding, control fire, repair structural damage
B: restore vital services, control fire, control flooding
C: control fire, restore vital services, control flooding
D: control fire, control flooding, repair structural damage
3184: The center of buoyancy and the metacenter are in the line of
action of the buoyant force _________________.
A: only when there is positive stability
B: only when there is negative stability
C: only when there is neutral stability
D: at all times
3185: Control of flooding on a MODU should be addressed _________.
A: first
B: following control of fire
C: following restoration of vital services
D: only if a threat exists
3187: Repair of vital machinery and services on a MODU should be
accomplished ____________________.
A: after control of fire, flooding, and structural repairs
B: immediately
C: after control of fire, but before control of flooding
D: after stability is restored
3189: If a gasoline engine turns over freely but will not start,
the cause is generally _____________.
A: a defective ignition system
B: low lube oil level
C: weak valve springs
D: too heavy a load
3190: Your 75 gross ton vessel is 80 feet in length and carrying
passengers for hire. What is the minimum number of fire
pumps you are required to have on board?
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: One fixed hand pump and one portable hand pump
B: One self-priming, power-driven fire pump and one portable
hand pump
C: Two fixed hand pumps
D: Two power pumps
3191: To assess the potential for progressive flooding aboard a
damaged MODU, you must know the ______________.
A: integrity of the watertight boundaries
B: capacity of the water sprinkler systems
C: operation of the machinery space bilge level alarms
D: All of the above
3192: Which statement is FALSE concerning the use of approved
buoyant work vests on board uninspected towboats?
A: They may be substituted for up to 50% of the required life
preservers.
B: They shall be of an approved type.
C: They shall be stowed separately from required lifesaving
equipment.
D: They may be worn by crew members when working near or over
the water.
3193: Progressive flooding on a MODU may be indicated by ________.
A: ballast control alarms
B: excessive draft
C: excessive list or trim
D: a continual worsening of list or trim
3194: Generally, what is used to inflate life rafts?
A: non-toxic gas
B: Oxygen
C: Hydrogen
D: Helium
3195: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 18'-05", AFT 21'-05"
B: FWD 18'-00", AFT 21'-10"
C: FWD 18'-06", AFT 22'-01"
D: FWD 17'-10", AFT 22'-00"
3196: What shall be conducted during a fire and boat drill?
A: All watertight doors which are in use while the vessel is
underway shall be operated.
B: All lifeboat equipment shall be examined.
C: Fire pumps shall be started and all exterior outlets opened.
D: All of the above
3197: The best information on the nature and extent of damage on a
MODU is obtained from _______________.
A: alarms and monitoring devices
B: the toolpusher
C: personnel at the scene of the damage
D: person in charge of the affected spaces
3198: Starting motors, generators, and other spark producing
devices should be mounted as high above the bilges as
possible to _____________.
A: keep them dry when the bilges are full of water
B: keep them cool when the vessel is underway
C: make them more accessible for repairs
D: prevent accidental ignition of any gasoline vapors that may
have accumulated in the bilges
3199: You are towing a 1,000 GT gasoline tank barge which is not
gas free. By regulation, cargo tank hatches, ullage holes,
and Butterworth plates on the barge may ___________________.
A: not be open without flame screens under any circumstances
B: be open without flame screens in good weather from 16 May to
15 September
C: be open without flame screens when the barge is empty
D: be open without flame screens under the supervision of the
senior crew member on duty
3200: Which circumstance concerning an inspected passenger vessel
would require knowledge and approval of the Officer in
Charge, Marine Inspection? (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: The removal of a watertight bulkhead
B: A minor overhaul of the propulsion machinery
C: Renewal of a FCC Certificate for a radiotelephone
D: All of the above
3201: The stamped full weight of a 100-lb. CO2 bottle is 314 lbs.
What is the minimum weight of the bottle before it has to be
recharged?
A: 282 lbs.
B: 294 lbs.
C: 300 lbs.
D: 304 lbs.
3202: Which of these approved lifesaving devices must a small
passenger vessel carrying passengers for hire carry for each
person on board? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: Buoyant cushion
B: Life jacket
C: Ring buoy
D: Buoyant vest
3205: On a sailing vessel, it is best to approach a person in the
water by placing them on your _________________.
A: leeward side
B: windward side
C: bow
D: transom
3206: Your tow contains a barge carrying carbon tetrachloride.
What is NOT required?
A: Cargo warning signs on barge
B: Cargo information card on barge
C: Cargo information card in pilothouse
D: Certificated tankerman on towboat
3210: The fire pump required for a 75 gross ton mechanically
propelled vessel, 58 feet in length, carrying 52 passengers
shall be capable of _____________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: a minimum pumping capacity of 10 gallons per minute
B: a minimum pumping capacity of 25 gallons per minute
C: a minimum pumping capacity of 50 gallons per minute
D: discharging an effective stream from a hose connected to
the highest outlet
3212: Before starting a gasoline engine on a motorboat, you should
make sure for safety that ______________.
A: the gasoline tank is full
B: the bilges, cabins, etc. are thoroughly ventilated
C: you have fresh water on board
D: Each of the above is followed
3214: What does the "B" on a "B-II" fire extinguisher refer to?
A: Size of the applicator
B: Size of the nozzle
C: Size of the extinguisher
D: Class of fire that the extinguisher should be used on
3216: Gasoline fuel tank vents should terminate _____.
A: in the engine compartment
B: in the fuel tank space
C: above or outside the hull
D: at the most convenient location
3218: Assuming that the recommended hatch loading sequence is
followed, how many long tons of iron ore may be loaded
through hatch No. 3 while using a single belt loader to
arrive at a desired mean keel draft of 27'-07"? (Use the
Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN.)
A: 2500 tons
B: 2550 tons
C: 2600 tons
D: 2650 tons
3219: The final inspection responsibility for seeing that a tank
barge is provided with the required equipment and fittings
in good and serviceable condition prior to loading cargo
rests with the _____________________.
A: terminal operator
B: owner of the barge
C: tankerman or person in charge of loading
D: charterer through the Master of the towing vessel
3220: All vessels shall carry _____________. (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: no fire equipment other than the main fire pump
B: an emergency hand fire and bilge pump
C: not less than three fire pumps
D: some suitable and detachable pump for fire fighting
purposes
3221: A MODU with a displacement of 15,000 kips has a KG of 20
feet. A load of 300 kips is shifted from a VCG of 100 feet
to a VCG of 10 feet. How far does the KG move?
A: 0.2 foot downward
B: 0.2 foot upward
C: 1.8 feet downward
D: 1.8 feet upward
3222: Either one type B-III semi-portable fire-extinguishing
system or a fixed fire-extinguishing system shall be fitted
in the machinery space on vessels of over _______________.
(Uninspected Vessel Regulations)
A: 100 GT
B: 200 GT
C: 300 GT
D: 400 GT
3223: After 1 September 1992, in the North Pacific area, a
documented 75-foot fishing vessel operating in cold waters
25 miles off the coast must have at least a(n) ___________.
A: buoyant cushion for each person on board
B: inflatable life raft with a SOLAS pack
C: inflatable buoyant apparatus with EPIRB attached
D: approved rescue boat
3224: Where shall the refrigeration gas mask be stowed on
passenger vessels in river services
A: In the pilot house
B: Convenient to, but inside the space containing the
refrigeration equipment
C: Convenient to, but outside the spaces containing the
refrigeration equipment
D: In a convenient, accessible location for use in case of
emergency
3225: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD 18'-05", AFT 20'-11". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 18'-07", AFT 20'-11"
B: FWD 18'-09", AFT 20'-09"
C: FWD 18'-11", AFT 20'-07"
D: FWD 19'-01", AFT 20'-05"
3226: The sign used to caution persons approaching the gangway of
a tank barge during cargo transfer reads _________________.
A: "Warning, Keep Off, Stay Clear"
B: "Danger, Do Not Board"
C: "Warning, No Smoking, No Open Lights, No Visitors"
D: "Dangerous Cargo Being Transferred"
3227: A semisubmersible, while floating level, displaces 18,000
long tons. Bulk, weighing 400 long tons, is placed in
P-tanks located 80 feet to starboard of the centerline.
What is the new TCG?
A: 0.02 foot starboard of centerline
B: 0.32 foot starboard of centerline
C: 1.74 feet starboard of centerline
D: 1.78 feet starboard of centerline
3228: A fuel line breaks, sprays fuel on the hot exhaust manifold,
and catches fire. Your FIRST action should be to _________.
A: batten down the engine room
B: start the fire pump
C: apply carbon dioxide to the fire
D: shut off the fuel supply
3229: The engine head, block, and exhaust manifold shall be
_____. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: water jacketed
B: air cooled
C: preheated prior to starting
D: drained weekly
3230: Which statement is TRUE concerning a hand fire pump on board
a small passenger vessel?
A: The hand fire pump shall be located adjacent to the main
engine spaces.
B: It shall be of at least 2 gallons per minute capacity.
C: It shall be painted red.
D: It may also serve as a bilge pump.
3232: Which statement is TRUE concerning work vests aboard a
vessel?
A: They may be worn during drills.
B: They may be substituted for up to 10% of the required
lifesaving gear aboard.
C: They need not be of an approved type.
D: They must be stowed separately from approved life
preservers.
3233: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine about
to surface is ___________.
A: red
B: yellow
C: white
D: green
3235: A MODU displacing 28,000 long tons has a KG of 60 feet. A
weight of 500 long tons is added at a VCG of 150 feet. The
change in KG is ___________________.
A: 1.09 feet
B: 1.60 feet
C: 1.58 feet
D: 2.73 feet
3236: While at your lifeboat station, you hear a signal consisting
of two short blasts of the whistle. This signal indicates
_______.
A: "abandon ship"
B: "commence lowering boats"
C: "stop lowering boats"
D: "secure from boat stations"
3237: A MODU displacing 28,000 long tons has a KG of 60 feet. A
weight of 500 long tons is discharged from a VCG 150
feet. The change in KG is _________________.
A: 1.09 feet
B: 1.60 feet
C: 1.64 feet
D: 2.73 feet
3238: During fueling, all doors, hatches, and ports ___________.
A: to windward should be opened and the ones to leeward should
be closed
B: to leeward should be opened and the ones to windward should
be closed
C: should be opened
D: should be closed
3239: Your tow includes a loaded chlorine barge. After inspecting
the tow, the mate reports that he hears a hissing sound
coming from the safety valves. Where will you find
information on emergency procedures concerning the
uncontrolled release of cargo?
A: Barge's Certificate of Inspection
B: Cargo Information Card on your towboat
C: Cargo Manifest or loading paper
D: Dangerous Cargo Regulations
3240: When a vessel is required to have a power-driven fire pump,
the pump may also be used for _____________. (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: the drinking water supply system
B: the bilge pump
C: engine cooling water
D: None of the above
3241: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 45 feet and total vertical
moments of 981,567 ft-long tons, floods 2068.7 long tons of
sea water through the overboard discharge into tanks 3 and 8
on both sides. The VCG of the added ballast is 7.22 feet.
The shift in the height of the center of gravity is _______.
A: 0.93 foot
B: 6.16 feet
C: 6.95 feet
D: 7.88 feet
3242: A vessel carrying passengers for hire shall have on board
an approved life jacket _____. (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: for every passenger on board
B: for every person on board, plus 10% childrens' life
jackets
C: for every person on board, plus 10% additional on upper
deck in box
D: or buoyant cushion for every
person on board plus 10% for children
3243: If there's a fire aboard your vessel, you should FIRST
__________.
A: notify the Coast Guard
B: cut off air supply to the fire
C: have passengers put on life preservers
D: sound the alarm
3244: A person may operate an air compressor in which of the
following areas on board a tank barge?
A: Pumproom
B: Generator room
C: A space adjacent to a cargo tank
D: A space two meters from a cargo valve
3245: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 25'-02", AFT 29'-10"
B: FWD 25'-06", AFT 29'-06"
C: FWD 27'-10", AFT 26'-02"
D: FWD 29'-11", AFT 25'-04"
3246: A loaded hopper barge with independent tanks has a placard,
with alternating red and white quadrants, on each side and
end. Which statement concerning this barge is TRUE?
A: The cargo will spontaneously ignite if released to the
atmosphere.
B: You must operate this barge as a lead barge.
C: The barge should be spotted as far away from the towboat as
possible.
D: The barge must be in a protected position within the tow.
3247: A semisubmersible with displacement of 19,700 long tons and
KG of 50.96 feet loads 300 long tons of barite into P-tanks
located 120 feet above the keel. What is the change in KG?
A: 0.79 foot upward
B: 1.00 foot upward
C: 1.04 feet upward
D: 1.83 feet upward
3248: Who is NOT authorized to serve as tankerman?
A: A licensed Master of inspected vessels
B: A licensed Pilot of inspected vessels
C: A licensed Engineer of inspected vessels
D: The holder of a document as Able Seaman
3249: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 231.0 ft
B: 234.3 ft
C: 244.6 ft
D: 251.5 ft
3250: Which statement is TRUE concerning fire hose on a small
passenger vessel? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: Fire hose shall be at least 3/4" outside diameter.
B: One length of fire hose shall be provided for every two
fire hydrants.
C: All fittings on hoses shall be of steel or other ferrous
metal.
D: A length of hose shall be attached to each fire hydrant at
all times.
3252: Before any machinery is put in operation, you should
_____________.
A: ventilate all compartments, see that the machinery is clean
and there are no obstructions
B: just turn the key and start up
C: take for granted that there are no fuel leaks
D: assume there are no volatile fumes in the engine space
3253: A semisubmersible displacing 17,600 long tons has an LCG 3.2
feet forward of amidships. Bulk, weighing 400 long tons, is
loaded into P-tanks located 50.8 feet aft of amidships.
What is the new LCG?
A: 0.80 foot forward of amidships
B: 1.20 feet forward of amidships
C: 2.00 feet forward of amidships
D: 4.40 feet forward of amidships
3254: All uninspected motor vessels constructed after 25 April
1940, which use fuel with a flash point of 110ø F (43ø C) or
less, shall have at least what number of ventilator ducts
for the removal of explosive or flammable gases from every
engine and fuel tank compartment? (Uninspected Vessel
Regulations)
3255: A MODU displacing 28,000 long tons has a KG of 60 feet.
A weight of 500 long tons is discharged from a VCG of 150
feet. To maintain draft, ballast is added at a VCG of 10
feet. What is the change in KG?
A: 2.5 feet downward
B: 2.0 feet downward
C: 1.5 feet downward
D: 1.0 foot downward
3256: Gasoline vapor tends to collect _____.
A: above the floor plates of the bilges
B: above the carburetor level
C: at the lowest point of the bilge areas
D: at no particular level
3257: A semisubmersible with a displacement of 20,000 tons and a
KG of 60.0 feet loads 300 tons at a VCG of 120 feet. To
maintain draft, ballast is discharged from a height of 20
feet. What is the change in KG?
A: 1.5 feet upward
B: 1.5 feet downward
C: 0.8 foot upward
D: 0.8 foot downward
3258: Assuming that the recommended hatch loading sequence is
followed, how many long tons of iron ore may be loaded
through hatch No. 20 while using a single belt loader to
arrive at a desired mean keel draft of 24'-10"? (Use the
Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN.)
A: 1540 tons
B: 1590 tons
C: 1645 tons
D: 1670 tons
3259: Why is a warning sign displayed at the gangway or access
point of a barge during cargo transfer?
A: To keep visitors away from the barge
B: To prohibit smoking
C: To prohibit open lights
D: All of the above
3260: A length of fire hose shall be _____________. (small
passenger vessel regulations)
A: attached to each fire hydrant at all times
B: equipped with a rotary sprinkler head
C: marked with the lot number and wholesale price
D: not more than 10 feet in length
3261: A semisubmersible with a displacement of 20,000 tons and a
KG of 60.0 feet loads 300 tons at a VCG of 120 feet. What
is the change in KG?
A: 1.32 feet downward
B: 1.32 feet upward
C: 0.89 foot downward
D: 0.89 foot upward
3262: You are the operator of a 290-GT diesel propulsion tug.
Which type of semiportable or fixed fire extinguishing
system is required on your vessel? (Uninspected Vessel
Regulations)
A: None is required
B: One (1) type B-III semiportable system
C: One (1) type B-IV fixed system
D: One (1) fixed CO2 system
3263: What is the operating principal of a flash type evaporator?
A: Sea water is heated to boiling temperature under a vacuum.
B: Sea water is passed over heated plates in a thin film.
C: Heated sea water is injected into a vacuum chamber.
D: Sea water is forced through a heated eductor.
3264: If you reef a marconi mainsail, the sail area _____________.
A: stays the same
B: moves aft
C: becomes more
D: becomes less
3265: A semisubmersible with a displacement of 20,000 tons and KG
of 52 feet discharges 300 long tons of barite from P-tanks
located 120 feet above the keel. Ballast added to maintain
draft has a VCG of 20 feet. What is the change in KG?
A: 0.49 foot increase
B: 0.50 foot decrease
C: 1.50 feet decrease
D: 1.80 feet decrease
3266: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 17'-11", AFT 22'-07"
B: FWD 17'-09", AFT 23'-01"
C: FWD 17'-05", AFT 23'-04"
D: FWD 17'-02", AFT 23'-04"
3267: A MODU displacing 30,500 long tons has a KG of 60 feet. A
weight of 500 long tons is discharged from a VCG of 150
feet. What is the change in KG?
A: 2.5 feet downward
B: 2.0 feet downward
C: 1.5 feet downward
D: 1.0 foot downward
3268: Diesel engines are considered safer than gasoline engines
because _____________.
A: they are more heavily built
B: the fuel used is less volatile
C: they can be easily reversed
D: they operate at a lower speed
3270: Which portable fire extinguisher is required just outside
the exit of the propulsion machinery space of a 75-ton
passenger vessel?
A: 2-1/2 gallon foam extinguisher
B: 15 lb. CO2 extinguisher
C: 2 lb. dry chemical extinguisher
D: None of the above
3271: A MODU displacing 29,500 long tons has a KG of 60 feet. A
weight of 500 long tons is added at a VCG of 150 feet.
What is the change in KG?
A: 2.5 feet upward
B: 2.0 feet upward
C: 1.5 feet upward
D: 1.0 foot upward
3272: Where should life jackets be stowed?
A: In the forepeak
B: In the wheelhouse
C: Throughout the accomodation spaces
D: In locked watertight and fireproof containers on or above
the main deck
3273: A semisubmersible with a displacement of 20,000 long tons
and a KG of 52 feet discharges 300 long tons of barite from
P-tanks located 120 feet above the keel. What is the change
in KG?
A: 0.79 foot downward
B: 1.00 foot downward
C: 1.04 feet downward
D: 1.83 feet downward
3274: Vessels required to be equipped with an approved backfire
flame arrester are _____________.
A: those with diesel engines
B: all those with gasoline engines
C: those with large engines only
D: None of the above
3275: Your present displacement is 15,000 short tons. The KG at
this displacement is 60 feet. 100 short tons of casing are
added at a VCG of 75 feet for an ocean tow. What is the new
KG?
A: 59.09 feet
B: 60.09 feet
C: 61.09 feet
D: 62.09 feet
3276: While at your lifeboat station, you hear a signal consisting
of one short blast of the whistle. This signal indicates
________.
A: abandon ship
B: commence lowering boats
C: stop lowering boats
D: secure from boat stations
3277: When starting a long ocean tow at a displacement of 18,000
short tons and a KG of 70 feet, you dump 100 short tons of
water which had a VCG of 88 feet. What is the new KG?
A: 59.9 feet
B: 69.9 feet
C: 79.9 feet
D: 89.9 feet
3278: Gasoline tanks should be filled ______.
A: to the top to expel all vapors from the tanks
B: to the top so the operator is certain how much fuel he has
aboard
C: with only sufficient fuel for the planned trip so excess
gasoline is not carried
D: to near the top with some space allowed for gasoline
expansion
3279: You have orders to drop off a barge loaded with propylene
oxide at a fleet. In doing so, you must ensure that ______.
A: all wing voids and rakes are pumped dry before tying off the
barge
B: the barge is moored next to the bank where it will be
protected from a possible collision
C: the barge is under the care of a watchman
D: a rake end is facing upstream to minimize the effect of
current on the mooring lines
3280: Which type of fire extinguishers are permitted on inspected
vessels? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: Foam
B: Carbon dioxide
C: Dry chemical
D: All of the above
3281: Preparing to move on a location, you find that you must
remove 450 tons of drill water, with a VCG of 8 feet, to
enable you to meet the draft limitations. You started with
a displacement of 17,000 tons and a KG of 69 feet. What is
the KG after pumping out the drill water?
A: 49.13 feet
B: 59.13 feet
C: 69.13 feet
D: 70.66 feet
3282: What form of venting of cargo tanks is allowed for a tank
barge certificated to carry grade B petroleum products?
A: Gooseneck vents only
B: Gooseneck vents with flame screens
C: Individual pressure-vacuum relief valves with flame screens
D: Straight vents with flame screens
3283: The midships house of your break bulk ship is constructed
with an interior stairtower from the main deck to the
bridge. Under what circumstances may the doors from each
deck to the stairtower be kept open when underway?
A: They can be kept open if the station bill has personnel
designated to close them in case of fire.
B: They may be kept open if the ventilation or air conditioning
system is shut down.
C: They are to be kept closed at all times.
D: They may be kept open if they can be automatically closed
from the bridge.
3284: Unless the COI is endorsed for adults only, there shall be
provided a number of approved life jackets suitable for
children equal to at least _____. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: 20% of the passengers carried
B: 10% of the total number of persons carried
C: 10% of the passengers carried
D: 20% of the total number of persons carried
3285: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 271.2 ft
B: 288.8 ft
C: 292.3 ft
D: 307.2 ft
3286: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 270.6 ft
B: 261.2 ft
C: 250.5 ft
D: 246.8 ft
3287: A vessel displacing 18,000 tons has a KG of 50 feet. A
crane is used to lift cargo weighing 20 long tons from a
supply vessel. When lifting, the head of the crane boom is
150 feet above the keel. What is the change in KG?
A: 0.11 foot
B: 0.17 foot
C: 0.25 foot
D: 0.32 foot
3288: Which person would NOT meet the requirements for a tankerman
on board a vessel?
A: Licensed Pilot
B: Licensed Master
C: Grade A and lower tankerman
D: Licensed operator of uninspected towing vessels
3289: A warship indicates that it wishes to communicate with a
merchant ship by hoisting _______________.
A: the merchant ship's identity signal and keeping it hoisted
during the entire communication
B: the national ensign of the merchant vessel at the starboard
yard
C: the flags MV close up until acknowledged and then lowering
them to the dip
D: the code pennant, and keeping it flying during the entire
communication
3290: On vessels that are required to have fixed carbon dioxide
fire extinguishing systems, the controls to operate the
system shall be installed in an accessible location
_______. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: outside the space protected
B: inside the space protected
C: at the carbon dioxide cylinders
D: in a padlocked waterproof metal box
3291: A semisubmersible with a displacement of 18,117.7 long tons
and a KG of 52.0 feet discharges 200 long tons from a KG of
130 feet. To remain at draft, ballast is added at a height
of 10 feet. What is the change in KG?
A: 1.32 feet downward
B: 1.32 feet upward
C: 0.87 foot downward
D: 0.87 foot upward
3292: Upon completion of fueling a gasoline driven vessel it is
necessary to ____________.
A: keep ports, doors, windows, and hatches closed
B: start engines immediately
C: ventilate before starting engine
D: None of the above
3293: Your sailing vessel is docked during a storm and is in
continuous motion. If a mooring line parts due to vessel
motion, it will most likely do so _________________.
A: where it is made fast on the vessel
B: midway between the vessel and the dock
C: at the eye
D: at the chock
3295: A semisubmersible floating in sea water displaces 20,000
long tons. She has vertical moments of 1,000,000 foot-long
tons. What is the new KG if 300 long tons are added at a
VCG of 50 feet?
A: 49.2 feet
B: 50.0 feet
C: 50.8 feet
D: 57.5 feet
3296: Which statement is TRUE concerning fuel vapors on a
vessel?
A: Fuel vapors gather in the lowest portions of the vessel.
B: Fuel vapors can only be ignited by an open flame.
C: Vent outlets should be located above the level of the
carburetor air intake.
D: None of the above
3297: A floating MODU displacing 20,000 long tons with a VCG of 50
feet loads 100 long tons at 100 feet above the baseline and
200 long tons at 130 feet above the baseline. What is the
new KG?
A: 49.0 feet
B: 50.0 feet
C: 51.0 feet
D: 51.8 feet
3298: Assuming that the recommended hatch loading sequence is
followed, how many long tons of iron ore may be loaded
through hatches 2, 6, & 10, while using a single belt
loader, to arrive at a desired mean keel draft of 27'-07"?
(use the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN)
A: 510 tons per hatch
B: 530 tons per hatch
C: 590 tons per hatch
D: 610 tons per hatch
3299: Which signal must you display at night on a docked tank
barge to show that it is loading or discharging flammable
liquid cargo?
A: Red light
B: Flashing amber light
C: ICC yellow light
D: Two orange lights
3300: How many portable fire extinguishers are required in the
propulsion machinery space of a diesel powered vessel
if there is a fixed CO2 system installed onboard?
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: None are required
B: One B-I extinguisher
C: One B-I and one B-II extinguisher
D: Two B-II extinguishers
3301: A semisubmersible, while floating level, displaces 25,000
long tons. LCG is 2 feet forward of amidships. Bulk,
weighing 300 long tons, is placed in P-tanks located 50 feet
aft of amidships. What is the new LCG?
A: 1.43 feet forward of amidships
B: 1.38 feet forward of amidships
C: 0.62 foot forward of amidships
D: 0.57 foot forward of amidships
3302: What is the minimum number of Type B-II hand portable fire
extinguishers required to be aboard a 3,000 BHP, 99 GT
harbor tug? (Uninspected Vessel Regulations)
3303: Your fireman's outfit includes a(n) ___________.
A: chemical protection face shield
B: approved work vest
C: self-contained breathing apparatus
D: marlinspike
3304: If your passenger vessel has been issued a stability letter,
it must be __________________.
A: filed in the ship's office
B: posted in a passenger area
C: posted adjacent to the Certificate of Inspection
D: posted in the pilothouse
3305: The height of the transverse metacenter for a MODU is
62.44 feet. The height of the center of gravity is 56.10
feet, and the transverse free surface correction is 1.21
feet. What is the value of the metacentric height corrected
for transverse free surface effects?
A: 5.13 feet
B: 6.34 feet
C: 8.76 feet
D: 12.10 feet
3306: The SS AMERICAN MARINER will sail with the load shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the drafts.
A: FWD 26'-09", AFT 28'-05"
B: FWD 26'-05", AFT 28'-07"
C: FWD 26'-04", AFT 28'-10"
D: FWD 26'-00", AFT 29'-00"
3307: You are signaling by flag hoist using the International Code
of Signals. You wish to send the signals CL and IW and
have them read in that order. What would ensure this?
A: Hoist CL from the starboard yard and IW from the port yard.
B: Hoist CLIW together.
C: Hoist CL tackline IW
D: Any of the above will ensure the correct reading.
3308: The quickest method to stop a small diesel engine whose
throttle or governor has become stuck open is to _______.
A: drain the fuel tank
B: turn off the ignition switch
C: close the fuel supply valve
D: apply the shaft brake
3309: The exhaust pipe must be gas tight throughout its entire
length otherwise _____________.
A: bilge water may enter the exhaust pipe
B: entry of air may cause vapor lock
C: carbon monoxide may enter the interior of the vessel
D: the joint gaskets may be blown
3310: Fixed carbon dioxide fire extinguishing systems shall be
installed to protect enclosed machinery and fuel tank
spaces of all vessels using gasoline or other fuel having a
flash point of _____________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: ø0² F or lower
B: 75ø F or lower
C: 90ø F or lower
D: 110ø F or lower
3311: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 3.51 ft
B: Available GM 3.60 ft
C: Available GM 3.98 ft
D: Available GM 4.28 ft
3312: By regulation, life preservers aboard an uninspected towing
vessel must be _______________________.
A: readily accessible
B: securely stowed
C: stored in sealed containers
D: stowed with the emergency provisions
3314: Which device is required to be installed under the
carburetor of a gasoline engine? (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: Box of sawdust
B: Drip collector
C: Vent
D: Flame arrestor ONLY
3315: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 271.2 ft
B: 291.0 ft
C: 288.8
D: 305.3 ft
3316: When supplemented by a comparable signal on the general
alarm, what is the signal for boat stations or boat drill?
A: More than six short blasts followed by one long blast of the
whistle
B: A continuous blast of the whistle for a period of not less
than 10 seconds
C: One long blast followed by three short blasts of the
whistle
D: Three short blasts of the whistle
3317: You are in a lifeboat broadcasting a distress message. What
information would be essential to your rescuers?
A: The nature of the distress
B: The time of day
C: Your radio call sign
D: Your position by latitude and longitude
3318: You discover a leak in the fuel line to the engine. You
should FIRST ___________.
A: activate the CO2 system
B: make a temporary repair with canvas or tape
C: start the bilge pump
D: close the fuel valve at the tank
3319: If you have a liquefied flammable gas barge in tow, which is
NOT required of you with respect to the barge and its cargo?
A: Make periodic inspections of bilges.
B: Keep the barge under constant surveillance.
C: Have a properly certificated tankerman or at least one
licensed officer on board the towing vessel.
D: Verify ullage readings.
3320: If your vessel is required to have a fire ax on board,
where should it be located? (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: In or adjacent to the primary operating station
B: In below-decks passenger accommodations
C: Just outside the engine room access
D: In the galley near the stove
3321: A semisubmersible displacing 18,000 long tons has an LCG
2 feet forward of amidships. Bulk, weighing 400 long tons,
is discharged from P-tanks located 50.8 feet aft of
amidships. What is the new LCG?
A: 0.8 foot forward of amidships
B: 1.20 feet forward of amidships
C: 3.11 feet forward of amidships
D: 3.20 feet forward of amidships
3322: If your vessel is certificated to carry 10 persons,
including both adults and children, how many life jackets
are you required to carry on board? (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: 11 adult
B: 10 adult and 1 child
C: 10 adult and 5 child
D: 10 adult
3323: A semisubmersible, with a TCG of 0.5 foot to port, displaces
20,000 long tons. Bulk, weighing 400 long tons, is loaded
in P-tanks located 50 feet starboard to the centerline. What
is the new TCG?
A: 0.49 foot starboard of centerline
B: 0.51 foot starboard of centerline
C: 0.99 foot starboard of centerline
D: 1.49 feet starboard of centerline
3324: How should cargo tank hatches be protected when the ullage
opening is open and the tank NOT gas free?
A: With gooseneck vents
B: With warning signs
C: With flame screens
D: With pressure-vacuum relief valves
3325: A semisubmersible, with a TCG of 0.5 feet to port,
displaces 20,000 long tons. Bulk, weighing 400 long tons,
is discharged from P-tanks located 50 feet starboard of the
centerline. What is the new TCG?
A: 1.03 feet starboard of centerline
B: 0.53 foot starboard of centerline
C: 0.53 foot port of centerline
D: 1.53 feet port of centerline
3326: The nozzle of a gasoline hose or can should be kept ______.
A: in contact with the fill opening to guard against static
spark
B: from making contact with the fill opening to guard against
static spark
C: in contact with the fill opening to allow proper venting
D: None of the above
3327: A semisubmersible, while floating level, displaces 20,000
long tons. LCB is 3.0 feet forward of amidships. Bulk,
weighing 300 long tons, is placed in P-tanks located 40 feet
aft of amidships. What is the new LCG?
A: 3.64 feet forward of amidships
B: 2.45 feet forward of amidships
C: 2.36 feet forward of amidships
D: 0.55 foot forward of amidships
3328: A barge displaying a 2' X 3' white sign with the word
"WARNING" followed by "DANGEROUS CARGO" in black letters
______________.
A: would require that a cargo information card be carried in
the pilothouse of the towboat
B: may not be spotted next to the towboat while under tow
C: may not be in the same tow as a barge carrying gasoline
D: must be located as a lead barge in a tow
3329: A fire is discovered in the forepeak of a vessel at sea.
The wind is from ahead at 35 knots. You should _________.
A: remain on course and hold speed
B: remain on course but slack the speed
C: change course and put the stern to the wind
D: change course to put the wind on either beam and increase
speed
3330: A carbon dioxide fire extinguisher is required to be
recharged if the weight loss exceeds what percentage of the
weight of the charge? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: One percent
B: Five percent
C: Seven percent
D: Ten percent
3331: The stability which remains after a compartment is flooded
is called _______________.
A: intact stability
B: initial stability
C: immersion stability
D: damage stability
3332: When fueling has been completed __________.
A: the fuel tank fill pipe should be left open to allow
vapors to vent from the tank
B: the engine should be started immediately to prevent vapor
lock in the fuel line
C: all hatches should be opened and all compartments should be
ventilated
D: open the fuel line and drain a small amount of gasoline into
the bilge to clear the line of sediment
3333: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD 18'-06", AFT 21'-10". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 18'-05", AFT 21'-07"
B: FWD 18'-07", AFT 21'-05"
C: FWD 18'-09", AFT 21'-03"
D: FWD 18'-11", AFT 21'-01"
3336: Which statement is TRUE concerning gasoline vapors on board
a vessel?
A: They are heavier than air and will settle in the lowest part
of the vessel.
B: They are lighter than air and will settle in the highest
part of the vessel.
C: They should be vented into the engine to improve combustion.
D: They should be vented into the wheelhouse.
3337: Aboard a MODU, multiplying a load's weight by the distance
of the load's center of gravity from the centerline results
in the load's ______________.
A: LCG
B: transverse moment
C: righting moment
D: inclining moment
3338: Assuming that the recommended hatch loading sequence is
followed, how many long tons of iron ore may be loaded
through hatches 5 & 7 while using a single belt loader, to
arrive at a desired mean keel draft of 25'-02"? (use the
Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN)
A: 1410 tons
B: 1450 tons
C: 1490 tons
D: 1520 tons
3339: What is acceptable flame screening?
A: A fitted single brass screen of 10 x 10 mesh
B: A fitted stainless steel screen of 30 x 30 mesh
C: A fitted single stainless steel screen of 15 x 15 mesh
D: Two fitted brass screens of 10 x 15 mesh spaced 1/2 inch
apart
3340: When a fixed fire extinguishing system is installed, it
shall be of an approved _____________. (small passenger
vessel regulations)
A: carbon tetrachloride type
B: liquid foam type
C: light water type
D: carbon dioxide type
3342: How many type B-II hand portable fire extinguishers are
required in the machinery space of an uninspected motor
vessel with 1,400 B.H.P.?
3343: The righting moment created by a MODU that displaces 15,000
tons with a righting arm (GZ) of 0.02 foot is ______.
A: 3,000 foot-tons
B: 750 foot-tons
C: 600 foot-tons
D: 300 foot-tons
3344: In radiotelegraphy, the urgency signal is ____________.
A: XXX
B: TTT
C: GGG
D: DDD
3347: The DEEP DRILLER is level at a draft of 60 feet in calm
water. What is the value of the righting moment?
A: 18,118 foot-tons
B: 9,059 foot-tons
C: 4,529 foot-tons
D: 0 foot-tons
3348: Generally speaking, the fuel injected into a marine diesel
engine combustion chamber is ignited by _____________.
A: spark plugs
B: glow plugs
C: heat of compression
D: a magneto
3349: Which device is required in the fuel supply line at the
engine?
A: Flow meter
B: Shut-off valve
C: Pressure gauge
D: Filter
3350: Which statement is TRUE concerning the number of portable
fire extinguishers required at the operating station of a
small passenger vessel? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: None are required.
B: One B-I extinguisher is required.
C: One B-II extinguisher is required.
D: Two B-I extinguishers are required.
3352: Which personal lifesaving device(s) is(are) approved for use
on a towboat 150 feet in length?
A: Life preserver
B: Buoyant vest or cushion
C: Special purpose safety device
D: All of the above
3354: Backfire flame arrestors are installed on _____________.
A: fuel tanks
B: spark plugs
C: carburetors
D: distributors
3356: The tank barge on which you are preparing to load petroleum
is required to have on board one B-II fire extinguisher.
What does NOT meet this requirement?
A: 2-1/2 gallon foam
B: 5 gallon water (stored pressure)
C: 10 pound dry chemical
D: 15 pound CO2
3358: Spaces containing batteries require good ventilation
because _______.
A: ventilation avoids CO2 buildup
B: ventilation supplies extra oxygen for the battery
C: ventilation avoids flammable gas accumulation
D: less water would be used
3359: You are making tow. A loaded, open-hopper barge with
independent tanks has placards, with alternating red and
white quadrants, located at each side and end. You inspect
the barge and find slight traces of water in the wing voids
due to condensation. What should you do?
A: Refuse to accept the barge until all wing voids are dry.
B: Accept the barge and when weather conditions permit run with
the wing voids open to ventilate the spaces.
C: Accept the barge and periodically check the wing voids.
D: Return the barge to the fleet and depart without the barge.
3360: Foam portable extinguishers should be discharged and
refilled _____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: every 6 months
B: every 3 months
C: at each inspection and reinspection
D: only when used
3361: The moment created by a force of 12,000 tons and a moment
arm of 0.25 foot is ___________________.
A: 48,000 ft-tons
B: 6,000 ft-tons
C: 3,000 ft-tons
D: 0 ft-tons
3362: The number of approved adult life jackets that shall be
carried is equal to _____, (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: the number of persons listed in the vessel's Certificate of
Inspection
B: 50% of the number of persons listed in the vessel's
Certificate of Inspection
C: the number of persons on board at the time
D: 50% of the number of persons on board at the time
3364: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 444 tons
B: 644 tons
C: 1044 tons
D: 1263 tons
3368: Your tow includes a barge carrying chlorine. Which special
requirements must be observed?
A: The wing voids shall not be opened when underway.
B: You must post a deckhand to keep a special watch on this
barge.
C: A cargo information card for chlorine must be in the
pilothouse.
D: All of the above
3369: Several vessels are at an anchorage. You wish to
communicate with the vessel bearing 046ø T from you but do
not know the vessels call letters. Which flag hoist should
NOT be used to establish communications?
A: CS
B: RQ A046
C: VF
D: YQ3 A046
3370: The carbon dioxide cylinders of all portable and
semi-portable extinguishers and fixed systems shall be
retested and remarked whenever a cylinder remains in place
on a vessel for _____________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: 5 years from the latest test date stamped on the cylinder
B: 7 years from the latest test date stamped on the cylinder
C: 10 years from the latest test date stamped on the cylinder
D: 12 years from the latest test date stamped on the cylinder
3371: The DEEP DRILLER at a draft of 60.0 feet discharges 68.94
long tons of ballast. What is the new draft?
A: 66.0 feet
B: 60.5 feet
C: 59.5 feet
D: 55.0 feet
3372: Which statement is FALSE concerning precautions during
fueling operations?
A: All engines, motors, fans, etc. should be shut down when
fueling.
B: All windows, doors, hatches, etc. should be closed.
C: A fire extinguisher should be kept nearby.
D: Fuel tanks should be topped off with no room for expansion.
3373: The DEEP DRILLER at survival draft loads 2,068.1 long tons
of ballast. What is the new draft?
A: 30.0 feet
B: 45.0 feet
C: 60.0 feet
D: 75.0 feet
3374: What is NOT listed on the metallic name plate required to be
attached to hand portable fire extinguishers?
A: The rated capacity in gallons, quarts, or pounds
B: The hydrostatic test date of the cylinder
C: The name of the item
D: An identifying mark of the actual manufacturer
3375: The DEEP DRILLER at a draft of 58.0 feet discharges
1,792.44 long tons of ballast. What is the new draft?
A: 40 feet
B: 45 feet
C: 50 feet
D: 55 feet
3376: Outlets in gasoline fuel lines are _____________,
A: permitted for drawing fuel samples
B: permitted for draining fuel from lines
C: permitted for bleeding air from lines
D: prohibited
3377: The DEEP DRILLER at a draft of 58.0 feet loads 68.94 long
tons of ballast. What is the new draft?
A: 52.0 feet
B: 57.5 feet
C: 58.5 feet
D: 64.0 feet
3378: Assuming that the recommended hatch loading sequence is
followed, how many long tons of iron ore may be loaded
through hatch No. 1 while using a single belt loader to
arrive at a desired mean keel draft of 29'-11"? (use the
Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN)
A: 2230 tons
B: 2270 tons
C: 2310 tons
D: 2350 tons
3379: Where should a tank barge's Certificate of Inspection be
kept?
A: In the owner's office
B: In the operator's office
C: On the barge
D: On the towboat
3380: Annually, all carbon dioxide fire extinguishers aboard a
vessel are _____________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: checked for pressure loss
B: discharged and recharged
C: sent ashore to an approved service facility
D: weighed
3381: The DEEP DRILLER, at a mean draft of 60 feet, has a
two-foot trim by the head and a three foot list to
starboard. What is the draft at the port aft draft mark?
A: 57.5 feet
B: 59.5 feet
C: 60.5 feet
D: 62.5 feet
3382: A 6,000 BHP, 199 GT tug operating on the Great Lakes is
required to carry how many B-II extinguishers? (Uninspected
Vessel Regulations)
3383: The DEEP DRILLER, at a mean draft of 45 feet, has a
three-foot trim by the stern and a two-foot list to port.
What is the draft at the starboard forward draft mark?
A: 42.5 feet
B: 44.5 feet
C: 45.5 feet
D: 47.5 feet
3384: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 4236 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
27.2 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 26.9 feet
B: KG 27.3 feet
C: KG 27.8 feet
D: KG 28.1 feet
3385: A jackup, 180 feet in length, has the center of flotation
at 110 feet aft of frame zero. The draft at the bow is 11.0
feet and the draft at the stern is 13.0 feet. What is the
true mean draft?
A: 11.78 feet
B: 12.00 feet
C: 12.22 feet
D: 12.78 feet
3386: While proceeding towards a distress site you hear the
message PRU-DONCE over the radiotelephone. Which action
should you take?
A: Advise the sender of your course, speed, position, and ETA
at the distress site.
B: Resume base course and speed because the distress is
terminated.
C: Shift your radio guard to the working frequency that will be
indicated in the message.
D: Use that frequency only for restricted working
communications.
3387: A semisubmersible records the following drafts:
Port Forward 64'-09"; Port Aft 68'-09"; Starboard Forward
59'-09"; Starboard Aft 63'-09". What is the mean draft?
A: 64.25 feet
B: 64.40 feet
C: 64.75 feet
D: 64.90 feet
3388: A carburetor is required to have a safety device called
a(n) __________.
A: pressure release
B: backfire flame arrestor
C: automatic shut off
D: flow valve
3389: The draft of the SS AMERICAN MARINER cannot exceed 23'-06"
in order to cross a bar. The present drafts are: FWD
22'-03", AFT 24'-00". Use the white pages of the Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the minimum amount of sea
water to ballast the forepeak to achieve this condition.
A: 77 tons
B: 96 tons
C: 120 tons
D: 124 tons
3390: Non-required items of lifesaving equipment on existing
vessels _____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A: must be removed from the vessel when carrying passengers
B: it is carried as additional equipment and is of the approved
type
C: may be carried as a substitute of not more than 5% of the
required life jackets
D: may be carried regardless of approval or condition if in
excess of required lifesaving equipment
3391: A semisubmersible, 200 feet in length between draft marks
with the LCF 10 feet aft of amidships, records the
following drafts: Port Forward 64'-9"; Port Aft 68'-9";
Starboard Forward 59'-9"; and Starboard Aft 63'-9". What is
the true mean draft?
A: 64.25 feet
B: 64.45 feet
C: 64.75 feet
D: 64.90 feet
3392: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 595 tons
B: 870 tons
C: 1200 tons
D: 1350 tons
3393: A semisubmersible with a TPI of 11.25 long tons per inch
discharges 270 long tons from amidships. What is the new
mean draft if the original drafts were: Port Forward 69.5
feet; Port Aft 68.5 feet; Starboard Forward 71.5 feet;
Starboard Aft 70.5 feet?
A: 68'-0"
B: 69'-10"
C: 70'-2"
D: 72'-0"
3394: The carburetor is placed on the engine to _____________.
A: distribute the gasoline
B: mix the fuel and air
C: properly lubricate the engine
D: assist in priming the cylinders
3395: A jackup 180 feet in length with the LCF at 120 feet AFO has
a draft of 8 feet at the bow and 11 feet at the stern. What
is the mean draft?
A: 8.0 feet
B: 9.0 feet
C: 9.5 feet
D: 12.0 feet
3396: On a vessel making a voyage more than 48 hours long,
regulations require that _______________.
A: a lifeboat drill be held within 12 hours prior to departure
B: fire pumps be tested by starting within 12 hours prior to
departure
C: the emergency generator and lighting system be tested by
starting and operating within 12 hours prior to departure
D: the entire steering gear be tested within 12 hours prior to
departure
3397: A jackup 180 feet in length with the LCF at 120 feet AFO
has a draft of 8 feet at the bow and 11 feet at the stern.
What is the true mean draft (draft at the center of
flotation)?
A: 8.0 feet
B: 9.0 feet
C: 10.0 feet
D: 11.0 feet
3398: Before starting any diesel or gasoline engine, which of the
following must be checked?
A: Oil level
B: Flow of cooling water
C: Exhaust discharge
D: All of the above
3399: Which sizes of fire extinguishers are considered to be
semi-portable?
A: I, II, III, IV, and V
B: I, II, and III only
C: II, III, and IV only
D: III, IV, and V only
3400: How should the number "9" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: NEW-MER-AL-NINER
B: NUM-BER-NINE
C: NO-VAY-NINER
D: OK-TOH-NINE
3401: While in port, what signal flag would inform the vessel's
crew to report on board because the vessel was about to
proceed to sea?
A: "P"
B: "H"
C: "U"
D: "A"
3402: A vessel is signaling to you by flag hoist, and the answer
pennant is hoisted close-up. You should _____.
A: hoist your answer pennant close-up
B: wait for further signals after a short delay
C: hoist flag R
D: expect no further flag hoists and secure from signaling
3403: The COASTAL DRILLER has a trim of 2.13 feet by the stern.
The draft at the forward draft marks is observed to be 8.0
feet. The draft at the center of flotation is __________.
A: 7.00 feet
B: 8.58 feet
C: 9.00 feet
D: 9.42 feet
3404: Convection spreads a fire by _______________.
A: transmitting the heat of a fire through the ship's metal
B: heated gases flowing through ventilation systems
C: burning liquids flowing into another space
D: the transfer of heat across an unobstructed space
3405: The COASTAL DRILLER has a trim of 2.13 feet by the stern.
If the draft at the forward draft marks is 8.0 feet, the
draft at the after draft marks is ____________.
A: 7.00 feet
B: 9.00 feet
C: 9.42 feet
D: 10.13 feet
3408: In illustration DO11SA, number 1 operates the _____________.
A: McCluny hook
B: Fleming gear
C: releasing gear
D: sea painter
3410: How should the letter "I" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: IN DEE GO
B: IN DEE AH
C: I EE
D: I VAN HO
3411: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 7.9 feet
B: 7.3 feet
C: 6.4 feet
D: 4.3 feet
3412: Your vessel's existing draft is FWD 24'-08, AFT 25'-04".
Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN,
determine the new draft if 180 long tons are loaded in No.
23 hatch.
A: FWD 24'-04 2/3", AFT 25'-10 3/4"
B: FWD 24'-06 1/2", AFT 25'-08 2/3"
C: FWD 24'-08 1/4", AFT 25'-00 2/3"
D: FWD 24'-10 1/4", AFT 25'-00 1/4"
3413: With no environmental forces on the DEEP DRILLER, the
average of the forward drafts is 59.0 feet, and the average
of the aft drafts is 61.0 feet. KGL is 51.13 feet. What
is the value of LCG?
A: -0.12 foot
B: 0.12 foot
C: 2.11 feet
D: 2.35 feet
3414: A rigid lifesaving device designed to support survivors
in the water is a ______________.
A: rigid life raft
B: life float
C: inflatable life raft
D: survival capsule
3415: A vessel has a strong wind on the port beam. This has the
same affect on stability as ____________.
A: weight that is off-center to starboard
B: increasing the draft
C: reducing the freeboard
D: increasing the trim
3418: Your 600 GT vessel must carry a line-throwing appliance if
it is certificated for ______________.
A: river service
B: Great Lakes service
C: coastwise service
D: None of the above
3419: Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. Grand Haven,
determine the amount of ballast required in tank No. 5 (P &
S) to maintain drafts of 17'-00" forward and 22'-06" aft for
a vessel loaded with grain which has a test weight of 35
lbs.
A: 785 tons each
B: 820 tons each
C: 880 tons each
D: 900 tons each
3420: How should the number "1" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: OO-NO
B: OO-NAH-WUN
C: NUM-EV-WUN
D: NEW-MAL-WON
3422: Your vessel's existing draft is FWD 19'-02", AFT 20'-10".
Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN,
determine the new draft if 170 long tons are discharged
from No. 8 hatch.
A: FWD 19'-01 1/2", AFT 20'-10 2/5"
B: FWD 19'-03 1/2", AFT 20'-09 3/5"
C: FWD 19'-03 3/4", AFT 20'-09 1/4"
D: FWD 19'-04 1/2", AFT 20'-08 1/4"
3423: What is the trim of a jackup with forward draft of 11 feet
and aft draft of 13.75 feet?
A: 1.38 feet by the stern
B: 1.45 feet by the stern
C: 2.75 feet by the stern
D: 2.90 feet by the stern
3424: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1920 tons
B: 1280 tons
C: 895 tons
D: 720 tons
3425: What is the trim of a jackup with a forward draft of 12 feet
and an after draft of 13 feet?
A: 0.5 foot by the stern
B: 1.0 foot by the stern
C: 2.0 feet by the stern
D: 0.5 feet by the head
3426: In illustration DO11SA, number 1 operates the _____________.
A: releasing gear
B: sea painter
C: Fleming gear
D: McCluny hook
3427: A semisubmersible, 200 feet in length between draft marks
with the LCF 10 feet aft of amidships, records the following
drafts: Port Forward 64'-09"; Port Aft 68'-09"; Starboard
Forward 59'-09"; and Starboard Aft 63'-09". What is the
trim?
A: 8 feet by the stern
B: 4 feet by the stern
C: 2 feet by the stern
D: 4 feet by the head
3428: Which river passenger vessel must have a copy of the
vessel's plans permanently displayed?
A: A 200 GT vessel carrying more than 50 passengers
B: A 325 GT vessel on a voyage in excess of 8 hours
C: A 550 GT vessel with sleeping accommodations
D: A 1100 GT vessel making daylight excursion trips only
3429: Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. Grand Haven,
determine the amount of ballast required in tank No. 3 (P &
S) to maintain drafts of 17'-00" forward and 22'-06" aft for
a vessel loaded with grain which has a test weight of 37.6
lbs.
A: 930 tons each
B: 955 tons each
C: 975 tons each
D: 990 tons each
3430: How should the letter "Q" be pronounced when spoken on
the radiotelephone?
A: QWE BEC
B: QUE BACH
C: KEH BECK
D: QU UE
3431: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 60 feet, has a KGL of 55.4
feet and an LCG of 2.37 feet. What is the trim in feet?
A: 2.0 feet by the head
B: 4.0 feet by the head
C: 4.0 feet by the stern
D: 8.0 feet by the stern
3432: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 6.1 feet
B: 5.8 feet
C: 5.4 feet
D: 4.9 feet
3434: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 4260 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
25.8 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 24.6 feet
B: KG 25.0 feet
C: KG 25.4 feet
D: KG 25.9 feet
3435: Small passenger vessels whose routes are restricted to 20
miles from a harbor or safe refuge must carry approved
lifefloats or buoyant apparatus ____________________.
A: for all persons on board
B: for not less than 75% of all persons on board
C: for iot less than 50% of all persons on board
D: in place of ring life buoys
3437: A jackup 180 feet in length with the LCF at 120 feet AFO has
a draft of 8 feet at the bow and 11 feet at the stern.
What is the trim by the stern?
A: 2.0 feet
B: 2.4 feet
C: 3.0 feet
D: 6.0 feet
3440: How should the number "7" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: SAY-TAY-SEVEN
B: SEE-ETA-SEVEN
C: NUM-BER-SEVEN
D: NEW-MER-AL-SEVEN
3441: A semisubmersible, 200 feet in length between draft marks
with the LCF 10 feet aft of amidships, records the following
drafts: Port Forward 74'-09"; Port Aft 78'-09"; Starboard
Forward 69'-09"; and Starboard Aft 73'-09". What is the
trim?
A: -1.0 foot
B: -2.0 feet
C: -4.0 feet
D: -8.0 feet
3442: When hanging off drill pipe in emergency situations aboard
a MODU, the preferred location of the drill bit is ________.
A: on bottom with the full drill string in tension
B: one stand (approximately 93 feet) off bottom
C: no deeper than the shoe of the last casing set
D: as close to the surface as possible
3443: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 60 feet, has a KGT of 57.11
feet and TCG of 0.5 foot to port. What is the list angle?
A: 2² port
B: 3² port
C: 4² port
D: 5² port
3444: The lee term "lee shore" refers to the _________________.
A: shore on the lee side of the vessel
B: shore that is in the lee
C: western shore of the Lesser Antilles
D: shore in a harbor of refuge
3445: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 55 feet, has a KGT of 53.05
feet and TCG of 0.5 foot to starboard. What is the list
angle?
A: 2.0² starboard
B: 2.9² starboard
C: 3.2² starboard
D: 3.5² starboard
3447: A semisubmersible, 200 feet in length between draft marks
with the LCF 10 feet aft of amidships, records the
following drafts: Port Forward 64'-09"; Port Aft 68'-09";
Starboard Forward 59'-09"; and Starboard Aft 63'-09". What
is the list?
A: 10 feet to port
B: 5 feet to port
C: 2.5 feet to port
D: 5 feet to starboard
3448: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 3485 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
24.4 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 25.1 feet
B: KG 25.6 feet
C: KG 26.0 feet
D: KG 26.5 feet
3449: How many ring life buoys should a 700 foot cargo vessel, not
subject to SOLAS, navigating the Great Lakes carry?
3450: According to the regulations for life boat falls, which
action must be taken at 30-month intervals?
A: End-for-ended
B: Renewed
C: Inspected
D: Weight tested
3451: In illustration DO11SA, number 1 operates the _____________.
A: Fleming gear
B: McCluny hook
C: sea painter
D: releasing gear
3452: Your vessel's existing draft is FWD 29'-05", AFT 30'-07".
Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN,
determine the new draft if 540 long tons are loaded in No.
18 hatch.
A: FWD 29'-05", AFT 31'-03"
B: FWD 29'-09", AFT 30'-11"
C: FWD 30'-01", AFT 31'-03"
D: FWD 30'-04", AFT 29'-06"
3454: A passenger vessel of 600 GT is required to have how many
fire axes?
3455: A semisubmersible, 200 feet in length between draft marks
with the LCF 10 feet aft of amidships, records the following
drafts: Port Forward 74'-09"; Port Aft 78'-09 inches;
Starboard Forward 69'-09"; and Starboard Aft 73'-09". What
is the list?
A: -1.0 foot
B: -2.5 feet
C: -5.0 feet
D: -10.0 feet
3458: When fighting a fire in a space containing an IMO class 1
hazardous cargo, the most effective fire fighting procedure
is to ________.
A: shut down the ventilation and exclude all air to smother the
fire
B: use water from fire hoses or a sprinkler system
C: activate the fixed CO2 firefighting system
D: use high-expansion foam
3459: Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. Grand Haven,
determine the amount of ballast required in tank No.1 (P&S)
to maintain drafts of 17'-00" forward and 22'-06" aft for a
vessel loaded with grain which has a test weight of 39.5
lbs.
A: 155 tons each
B: 170 tons each
C: 190 tons each
D: 200 tons each
3460: How should the letter "T" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: TEE
B: TA HO
C: TANG GO
D: TU TU
3461: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#5 (Survival) when an unexpected slowly increasing port list
and bow down trim occurs. A leak in C1P is found. By
deballasting from ballast tanks 2P and 3P, the inclination
slowly decreases. The increase in the transverse free
surface correction is _________________.
A: 1.25 feet
B: 0.82 foot
C: 0.34 foot
D: 0.18 foot
3463: Which of the following statements relating to AMVER
(Automated Mutual-assistance Vessel Rescue) is TRUE?
A: An AMVER participant is under greater obligation to render
assistance to a vessel in distress than a non-participant.
B: An AMVER participant is not relieved of the obligation to
give 24 hour advance notice to the U.S. Coast Guard before
entering a U.S. port from offshore.
C: The AMVER system does not reduce the time lost for vessels
responding to calls for assistance.
D: There is no cost to the ship or owner for messages sent
within the AMVER system.
3464: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 3175 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
25.8 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 26.8 feet
B: KG 27.3 feet
C: KG 28.2 feet
D: KG 28.5 feet
3465: The free surface effects of a partially full liquid tank
decrease with increased _________________.
A: density of the liquid
B: placement of the tank above the keel
C: displacement volume of the vessel
D: size of the surface area in the tank
3470: According to the regulations for lifeboat falls, which
action must be taken with the falls no later than 5-year
intervals?
A: Proof tested
B: End-for-ended
C: Renewed
D: Weight tested
3471: Every fishing vessel required to have a general alarm
system must test it ___________________.
A: once every day that the vessel is operated
B: once every week that the vessel is operated
C: prior to operation of the vessel
D: Both B and C
3474: The radiotelegraph alarm signal may be used to announce
_____________.
A: that a distress message will follow
B: a request for assistance in searching for a man overboard
C: an urgent warning about a cyclone
D: All of the above
3475: What is the increase in the longitudinal free surface
correction for the DEEP DRILLER at a draft of 60 feet if
103.48 long-tons of ballast are transferred from a full
ballast tank 1P to an empty ballast tank 10S?
A: 0.50 foot
B: 0.47 foot
C: 0.27 foot
D: 0.13 foot
3476: In radiotelegraphy, the safety signal is _____________.
A: DDD
B: PAN
C: DE
D: TTT
3477: What is the increase in the transverse free surface
correction for the DEEP DRILLER at a draft of 60 feet
if 103.48 long-tons of ballast are transferred from a full
ballast tank 1P to an empty ballast tank 10S?
A: 0.47 foot
B: 0.32 foot
C: 0.27 foot
D: 0.13 foot
3480: How should the number "6" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: SOX-SIX
B: NUM-BER-SIX
C: SOK-SEE-SIX
D: NEW-MER-AL-SIX
3481: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the contents of #6 and #7 Drill
Water Tanks are discharged, what is the new longitudinal
free surface correction?
A: 1.63 feet
B: 2.14 feet
C: 2.24 feet
D: 2.38 feet
3482: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 5.1 feet
B: 4.9 feet
C: 2.9 feet
D: 2.5 feet
3483: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the contents of #6 and #7 Drill
Water Tanks are discharged, what is the new transverse free
surface correction?
A: 1.77 feet
B: 1.67 feet
C: 1.56 feet
D: 1.45 feet
3484: Your 80-ton schooner is hove to on the starboard tack under
storm trysail and fore-staysail in 45 knots of wind. Your
heading is averaging about 000² true and the wind is from
the northeast. There is a dangerous shoal bearing 270²
true, range 5 miles. Which action would be appropriate?
A: You need only stay alert for changes, as your present
drift will carry you away from the danger.
B: You should strike all sails and get underway under
bare poles, making as much way as possible to the north.
C: You should set a reefed foresail and strike the jib.
D: You should tack or jibe to the port tack and make
all possible headway to the south.
3485: In the event the motion of the DEEP DRILLER is such that
critical motion limits are exceeded, you should ___________.
A: place the unit at 65 foot draft
B: place the unit at 45 foot draft
C: shift loads to increase KG
D: place the unit in standby
3486: In radiotelegraphy, what group is used to relay a distress
message from another vessel?
A: DE
B: DDD
C: XXX
D: SOS
3490: According to the SOLAS regulations, lifeboat falls must be
renewed at intervals of how many years?
3491: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers damage to the starboard forward
column below the waterline. Pumping from tank 2S and 3S is
not sufficient to prevent increasing starboard list and bow
down trim. You should consider counterflooding in tank ___.
A: 2P
B: 9P
C: C2BP
D: 10P
3492: Your vessel's existing draft is FWD 17'-03", AFT 18'-09".
Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. Grand Haven,
determine the new draft if 450 long tons are loaded in No.
16 hatch.
A: FWD 16'-11", AFT 19'-04 2/3"
B: FWD 17'-01", AFT 18'-11 1/4"
C: FWD 17'-04", AFT 19'-03 3/4"
D: FWD 17'-07", AFT 18'-11 1/4"
3493: The longitudinal distance between draft marks for the DEEP
DRILLER is _______________.
A: 122'-09"
B: 164'-00"
C: 260'-00"
D: 260'-05"
3494: A passenger vessel in river service which operates in fresh
water at least 6 out of every 12 months since the last
drydock examination must be dry-docked at intervals not to
exceed ____.
A: 12 months
B: 24 months
C: 48 months
D: 60 months
3495: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD 17'-10", AFT 19'-06". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 16'-10", AFT 21'-02"
B: FWD 17'-00", AFT 21'-00"
C: FWD 17'-02", AFT 20'-10"
D: FWD 17'-04", AFT 20'-08"
3496: In general, how often are sanitary inspections of passenger
and crew quarters made aboard passenger vessels in river
services
A: Once each day
B: Once each week
C: Once each month
D: Once each trip
3498: Your passenger vessel is 130 feet (40 m) long and is
alternatively equipped for operating in river service. The
number of ring life buoys required for the vessel is ____.
3499: Using the Guidance Manual for Loading the M.V. Grand Haven,
determine the amount of ballast required in tank No. 3 (P &
S) to maintain drafts of 17'-00" forward and 22'-06" aft for
a vessel loaded with grain which has a test weight of 28.0
lbs.
A: 1460 tons each
B: 1590 tons each
C: 1630 tons each
D: 1650 tons each
3500: How should the letter "Z" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: ZEE BR AH
B: ZEE ZE
C: ZE HE
D: ZOO LOO
3501: The DEEP DRILLER as currently configured is limited to a
maximum water depth of __________.
A: 400 feet
B: 600 feet
C: 800 feet
D: 1,000 feet
3502: How many self-contained breathing apparati are required
aboard a 500 ton passenger vessel in river service with 75
passenger staterooms?
3503: The transverse distance between draft marks for the DEEP
DRILLER is __________________.
A: 122'-09"
B: 164'-00"
C: 217'-01"
D: 260'-05"
3504: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to load the cargo listed.
There is already 6280 tons of cargo on board with a KG of
25.5 feet. Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final KG of all the cargo
after loading is completed.
A: KG 25.3 feet
B: KG 25.7 feet
C: KG 26.0 feet
D: KG 27.1 feet
3505: The lightweight vertical moments for the DEEP DRILLER
are _________.
A: 680,914 ft-long tons
B: 9,733 ft-long tons
C: -5,937 ft-long tons
D: -6,716 ft-long tons
3506: You are on a Mariner class cargo vessel. Your drafts are:
FWD 17'-04", AFT 19'-04". You wish to increase the
calculated GM of 3.0' to 4.2'. What tanks should you
ballast? (Use the white pages in the Stability Data
Reference Book.)
A: Tanks: DB3, DB4
B: Tanks: DB6, DB3
C: Tanks: DB2, DB6
D: Tanks: DT7, DT8, DB3
3507: The lightweight longitudinal moments for the DEEP DRILLER
are ______.
A: 680,914 ft-long tons
B: 9,733 ft-long tons
C: -5,937 ft-long tons
D: -6,716 ft-long tons
3508: Except in rare cases, it is impossible to extinguish a
shipboard fire by ___________.
A: interrupting the chain reaction
B: removing the heat
C: removing the oxygen
D: removing the fuel
3509: The maximum draft of the SS AMERICAN MARINER cannot exceed
30'-01" in order to cross a bar. The present drafts are:
FWD 29'-04", AFT 30'-06". Use the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the minimum
amount of sea water to ballast the forepeak to achieve this
condition.
A: 97 tons
B: 100 tons
C: 103 tons
D: 106 tons
3510: When required, the steering gear, whistle, and the means of
communication between the pilothouse and the engine room on
a passenger vessel shall be tested by an officer of the
vessel within a period of not more than how many hours prior
to departure?
3511: The lightweight transverse moments for the DEEP DRILLER
are _______.
A: 680,914 ft-long tons
B: 9,733 ft-long tons
C: -5,937 ft-long tons
D: 000 ft-long tons
3512: You have sent a visual signal to an aircraft. The aircraft
then flies over your position on a straight course and level
altitude. What should you do?
A: Repeat your signal.
B: Send any more signals necessary.
C: Change course to follow the airplane.
D: Prepare for a helicopter pickup.
3513: The lightweight transverse free surface moments for the
DEEP DRILLER are ________________.
A: 680,914 ft-long tons
B: 000 ft-long tons
C: -5,937 ft-long tons
D: -6,716 ft-long tons
3514: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 2.8 feet
B: 4.6 feet
C: 6.8 feet
D: 7.1 feet
3515: The lightweight longitudinal free surface moments for the
DEEP DRILLER are __________________.
A: 680,914 ft-long tons
B: 000 ft-long tons
C: -5,937 ft-long tons
D: -6,716 ft-long tons
3516: Drinking salt water will _______________.
A: will protect against heat cramps
B: dehydrate you
C: be safe if mixed with fresh water
D: prevent seasickness
3517: What is the lightweight of the DEEP DRILLER?
A: 680,914 long tons
B: 9,733 long tons
C: 5,937 long tons
D: 6,716 long tons
3518: The groups "AA" and "AB" are used in conjunction with what
other group in signaling by flashing light?
3519: A message by flashing light consists of the call, the
identity, the ending, and the _____.
A: reply
B: text
C: time
D: answer
3520: How should the number "5" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: FIVE-ER
B: NEW-MARL-FIVE
C: NUM-ERL-FIVE
D: PAN-TAH-FIVE
3521: Among the equipment included in the DEEP DRILLER lightweight
are the derrick, traveling block in the lowest position,
anchors, mooring chain, all machinery with liquids to normal
operating level, and __________________.
A: normal food supplies for 79 persons
B: eight anchor buoys
C: lower-hull fuel
D: loading hoses
3522: You are on a Mariner class cargo vessel. Your drafts are:
FWD 21'-04", AFT 23'-04". You wish to increase the
calculated GM of 4.8' to 5.8'. What tanks should you
ballast? (Use the white pages in the Stability Data
Reference Book.)
A: Tanks: DB2, DB6
B: Tanks: DB6, DT7
C: Tanks: DB4, DB7
D: Tanks: DB2, DB5
3523: Among the equipment included in the DEEP DRILLER lightweight
are the loading hoses, traveling block in the lowest
position, anchors, mooring chain, all machinery with liquids
to normal operating level, and _________________.
A: derrick
B: lower hull fuel
C: eight anchor buoys
D: normal food supplies for 79 persons
3524: Each fireman's outfit and its spare equipment on a tankship
must be stowed in a(n) _________________.
A: locked cabinet in the machinery space
B: unlocked cabinet in the machinery space
C: separate and accessible location
D: location near a fire hydrant
3525: Among the equipment included in the DEEP DRILLER lightweight
are the loading hoses, derrick, traveling block in the
lowest position, mooring chain, all machinery with liquids
to normal operating level, and _________________.
A: normal food supplies for 79 persons
B: eight anchor buoys
C: anchors
D: lower hull fuel
3526: A message by flashing light consists of the call, the text,
the ending, and the _____.
A: identity
B: time of origin
C: reply
D: procedure code
3527: Among the equipment included in the DEEP DRILLER lightweight
are the loading hoses, derrick, traveling block in the
lowest position, anchors, all machinery with liquids to
normal operating level, and __________________.
A: normal food supplies for 79 persons
B: mooring chain
C: lower hull fuel
D: eight anchor buoys
3528: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 271.2 ft
B: 288.8 ft
C: 294.4 ft
D: 305.3 ft
3529: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
08'-11.5", AFT 15'-11.5". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 2.15 feet
B: 2.05 feet
C: 1.95 feet
D: 1.75 feet
3531: The draft of the DEEP DRILLER in the lightweight condition
is _______.
A: 16.19 feet
B: 17.71 feet
C: 17.96 feet
D: 18.35 feet
3532: Your vessel's existing draft is FWD 19'-08", AFT 20'-04".
Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN,
determine the new draft if 840 long tons are loaded in No. 1
hatch.
A: FWD 18'-08 3/4", AFT 21'-06"
B: FWD 18'-09 1/3", AFT 21'-07"
C: FWD 18'-11 1/4", AFT 21'-09"
D: FWD 19'-03 2/3", AFT 22'-00"
3533: If the maximum amount of weight is stored in the pipe racks
of the DEEP DRILLER, what is the weight per square foot?
A: 250.0 pounds per square foot
B: 312.5 pounds per square foot
C: 350.0 pounds per square foot
D: 400.0 pounds per square foot
3534: When a passenger vessel's plans must be permanently
exhibited, they are NOT required to show information on the
________.
A: fire detection system
B: portable fire extinguishers
C: lifeboats, life rafts, and life preservers
D: ventilation systems
3535: The marine riser on the DEEP DRILLER should be disconnected
if it appears the ball joint angle will exceed 10² or the
mooring line tensions will exceed _______.
A: 348 kips
B: 500 kips
C: 522 kips
D: 600 kips
3536: There are two disadvantages to CO2 as a firefighting agent.
One of these is the limited quantity available, and the
other is ____________.
A: the lack of cooling effect on heated materials
B: that it cannot be used in a dead ship situation with no
electrical power to the CO2 pump
C: that it breaks down under extreme heat to form poisonous
gases
D: there is no effect on a class A fire even in an enclosed
space
3537: The marine riser on the DEEP DRILLER should be disconnected
if it appears the mooring line tensions will exceed 522 kips
or the ball joint angle will exceed _______.
3538: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has drafts of: FWD 22'-03",
AFT 24'-00". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 100.7 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 23'-00.3", AFT 23'-05.0"
B: FWD 23'-01.0", AFT 23'-05.7"
C: FWD 22'-11.3", AFT 23'-04.0"
D: FWD 22'-10.3", AFT 23'-06.0"
3539: Using the Guidance Manual for Loading the M.V. Grand Haven,
determine the amount of ballast required in tank No. 5 (P &
S) to maintain drafts of 17'-00" forward and 22'-06" aft for
a vessel loaded with grain which has a test weight of 30
lbs.
A: 1210 tons each
B: 1225 tons each
C: 1250 tons each
D: 1290 tons each
3540: How should the letter "R" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: ROW ME OH
B: AR AH
C: ROA MA O
D: AR EE
3541: The DEEP DRILLER as currently configured is limited to a
maximum drilling depth of _______________.
A: 18,400 feet
B: 20,600 feet
C: 22,800 feet
D: 25,000 feet
3542: An aircraft has indicated that he wants you to change
course and follow him. You cannot comply because of an
emergency on board. Which signal should you make?
A: Fire a red flare at night or a red smoke signal by day
B: Send the Morse signal "N" by flashing light
C: Make a round turn (360ø) and resume course
D: Make an "S" turn (hard right then hard left) and resume
course
3543: The DEEP DRILLER's lightweight is the condition prior to
loading _________.
A: deck load
B: deck load and lower-hull liquids
C: deck load, lower-hull liquids, and external loads
D: deck load, lower-hull liquids, external loads, and deploying
anchors
3544: A message by flashing light consists of the call, the
identity, the text, and the _____.
A: destination
B: answer
C: time
D: ending
3545: Until a change to lightweight has been approved, the
weights and center of gravity locations for the changes to
lightweight shown in the permanent record for the Deep
Driller are treated as __________.
A: variable load
B: fixed load
C: basic load
D: gross tonnage
3546: According to the regulations for passenger vessels, a "motor
vessel" is one which is propelled by machinery other than
steam and is more than _________.
A: 16 ft. in length
B: 34 ft. in length
C: 45 ft. in length
D: 65 ft. in length
3547: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 3.5 ft
B: Available GM 3.9 ft
C: Available GM 4.3 ft
D: Available GM 4.8 ft
3548: You are on a Mariner class cargo vessel. Your drafts are:
FWD 26'-06", AFT 28'-02". You wish to increase the
calculated GM of 2.7' to 2.9'. What tanks should you
ballast? (Use the white pages in the Stability Data
Reference Book.)
A: Tanks: DB1
B: Tanks: DB1, DT1
C: Tanks: DB2
D: Tanks: DB1, DT1ft, DT6
3549: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD 18'-10", AFT 18'-06". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 18'-00", AFT 19'-06"
B: FWD 18'-02", AFT 19'-04"
C: FWD 18'-04", AFT 19'-02"
D: FWD 18'-06", AFT 19'-00"
3551: Which toxic gas is a product of incomplete combustion, and
is often present when a fire burns in a closed compartment?
A: Carbon monoxide
B: Carbon dioxide
C: Hydrogen sulfide
D: Nitric oxide
3552: You are communicating by radiotelephone using the
International Code of Signals. What is the correct method
of sending the group 1.3?
A: "Wun point tree"
B: "Unaone point tercetree"
C: "Unaone decimal terrathree"
D: "One decimal three"
3553: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #3
(Preparing to Drill). What is the margin on the maximum
allowable KG while drilling?
A: 4.58 feet
B: 5.24 feet
C: 6.27 feet
D: 6.94 feet
3554: You are underway in mid-ocean, when you hear a distress
message over the VHF radio. The position of the sender is
20 miles away. What action should you take?
A: Immediately acknowledge receipt of the distress message.
B: Defer acknowledgment for a short interval so that a coast
station may acknowledge receipt.
C: Do not acknowledge receipt until other ships nearer to the
distress have acknowledged.
D: Do not acknowledge because you are too far away to take
action.
3555: What are the maximum vertical moments, including free
surface moments, permitted on the DEEP DRILLER at survival
draft if the winds are greater than 70 knots?
A: 912,120 foot-tons
B: 942,120 foot-tons
C: 996,522 foot-tons
D: 998,927 foot-tons
3557: What are the maximum vertical moments, including free
surface moments, permitted on the DEEP DRILLER at survival
draft if the winds are less than 70 knots?
A: 912,120 foot-tons
B: 933,124 foot-tons
C: 996,529 foot-tons
D: 998,929 foot-tons
3560: How should the number "4" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: QUAD-ROS-FOOR
B: NUM-ERL-FOUR
C: NUMB-ER-FOWER
D: KAR-TAY-FOWER
3561: The DEEP DRILLER is operating with KGL at the maximum
allowable value (70 knots) at a 60 feet draft. What is the
value of GML?
A: 0.05 foot
B: 1.02 feet
C: 1.06 feet
D: 2.63 feet
3563: Because of the presence of 75 knot winds, the DEEP DRILLER
is at survival draft. KGL is 1.24 feet less than the
maximum allowed. What is the value of GML?
A: 0.15 foot
B: 1.00 foot
C: 1.24 feet
D: 1.39 feet
3565: What are the maximum vertical moments, including free
surface moments, permitted on the DEEP DRILLER at a draft of
60 feet if the winds are less than 70 knots?
A: 942,120 foot-tons
B: 946,271 foot-tons
C: 974,441 foot-tons
D: 1,059,885 foot-tons
3567: What are the maximum vertical moments including free surface
moments permitted on the DEEP DRILLER at a draft of 60 feet
if the winds are greater than 70 knots?
A: 942,120 foot-tons
B: 946,271 foot-tons
C: 974,441 foot-tons
D: 1,059,885 foot-tons
3570: How many means of escape must be provided from passenger
areas on a passenger vessel of 500 GT?
A: One
B: Two
C: Three
D: Two, unless there is an elevator provided
3571: The DEEP DRILLER is anchoring in 600 feet of water. In
the absence of environmental forces, the mooring lines
should be adjusted to ________.
A: 245 kips
B: 222 kips
C: 237 kips
D: 194 kips
3572: Your vessel's existing draft is FWD 25'-04", AFT 24'-08".
Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN,
determine the new draft if 634 long tons are discharged from
NO. 19 hatch.
A: FWD 25'-00 1/4", AFT 25'-04 1/8"
B: FWD 25'-02 3/4", AFT 23'-08 5/8"
C: FWD 25'-05 1/4", AFT 23'-08 5/8"
D: FWD 25'-10 1/4", AFT 23'-11 3/4"
3573: The DEEP DRILLER in transit is level at 23.0 feet draft.
Strong winds are blowing from the starboard. A careful
load form calculation determines that the TCG is 2.0 feet
to starboard. What is the value of the wind heeling moment?
A: 4,339 foot-long tons
B: 26,033 foot-long tons
C: 39,050 foot-long tons
D: 78,099 foot-long tons
3574: How many fire axes should be carried by a 700 GT cargo
vessel, navigating the Great Lakes?
3575: While in transit at a draft of 20.5 feet, the DEEP DRILLER
has a KGL of 65.00 feet. What is the GML?
A: 7.55 feet
B: 5.42 feet
C: 5.30 feet
D: 5.10 feet
3576: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stablility Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 1220 tons
B: 840 tons
C: 460 tons
D: 344 tons
3577: While being towed at a 19.5 foot draft, the DEEP DRILLER
experiences single amplitude rolls of 10² with a period of 8
seconds. You should __________.
A: continue towing operations at a 19.5 foot draft
B: ballast the rig to a 60 foot draft and continue towing
operations
C: ballast the rig to a 45 foot draft and check the vessel
motions
D: alter course to bring the wind off the starboard beam
3578: The "call" part of a signal by flashing light is made by the
general call or by _____.
A: sending "CQ"
B: the identity signal of the station called
C: spelling the name of the station called
D: omitting the call if the name of the station is unknown
3579: Using the Guidance Manual for Loading the M.V. Grand Haven,
determine the amount of ballast required in tank No. 3 (P &
S) to maintain drafts of 17'-00" forward and 22'-06" aft for
a vessel loaded with grain which has a test weight of 34
lbs.
A: 1190 tons each
B: 1200 tons each
C: 1220 tons each
D: 1250 tons each
3580: How should the letter "V" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: VIK TAH
B: VIC TO RE
C: VIX TOO RE
D: VEE
3581: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 58 feet, has VM of 900,000
ft-tons, and FSMT of 20,000 ft-tons. What is the KGT?
A: 51.6 feet
B: 52.3 feet
C: 53.8 feet
D: 55.0 feet
3582: You are downbound in an ice filled channel. An icebreaker
is meeting you and sounds two short, one prolonged, and two
short blasts on the whistle. What action should you take?
A: No action is required; the icebreaker will move out of the
channel.
B: Move to the right hand side of the channel and slow to bare
steerageway.
C: Stop your headway and await further signals.
D: Slow to bare steerageway and be prepared to come ahead as
the icebreaker commences escorting your vessel.
3583: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the KG of the liquid load.
A: 2.6 feet
B: 2.8 feet
C: 3.1 feet
D: 4.3 feet
3590: The patrolman, while on duty on a passenger vessel, must
have in his possession a(n) ____________.
A: nightstick
B: flashlight
C: passenger list showing assigned berths
D: A-I fire extinguisher
3591: With no environmental forces on the DEEP DRILLER, the
average of the starboard drafts is 59.0 feet, and the
average of the port drafts is 61.0 feet. KGT is 52.84 feet.
What is the value of TCG?
A: -2.00 feet
B: -1.00 foot
C: -0.16 foot
D: -0.10 foot
3593: The DEEP DRILLER is level at a draft of 58 feet when there
are no environmental forces. What is the value of LCG?
A: 0.00 (amidships)
B: 2.23 feet forward of amidships
C: 2.26 feet forward of amidships
D: 2.31 feet forward of amidships
3595: The DEEP DRILLER is level at a draft of 58 feet when there
are no environmental forces. What is the value of TCG?
A: 0.00 on the centerline
B: 2.23 feet forward of amidships
C: 2.26 feet forward of amidships
D: 2.31 feet forward of amidships
3596: The light on a life jacket must be replaced ____.
A: when the power source is replaced
B: each year after installation
C: every six months
D: when it is no longer serviceable
3597: The DEEP DRILLER has a KGT of 52.90 feet while at a draft of
58.0 feet. List is 2.0 feet to port. What is the value
of TCG?
A: -0.10 foot
B: -0.13 foot
C: -0.16 foot
D: -0.19 foot
3600: How should the number "3" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: TAY-RAH-TREE
B: BEES-SOH-THREE
C: NUM-ERL-THREE
D: TRIC-THREE
3601: For the DEEP DRILLER, the maximum permissible offset
which can be tolerated while drilling is ______.
A: 10% of water depth
B: 6% of water depth
C: 4% of water depth
D: 2% of water depth
3602: You are on a Mariner class cargo vessel. Your drafts are:
FWD 22'-06", AFT 25'-06". You wish to increase the
calculated GM of 4.8' to 5.9'. What tanks should you
ballast? (Use the white pages in the Stability Data
Reference Book.)
A: Tanks: DB3, DB4
B: Tanks: DB5, DT6
C: Tanks: DB2, DB5
D: Tanks: DB2, DB6, DB7
3603: While anchored in 600 feet water depth, 3,150 feet of chain
is deployed for line #8. Tension on that line is 220 kips.
According to the DEEP DRILLER Operating manual, how much of
that chain lies along the bottom?
A: 994 feet
B: 1,422 feet
C: 1,728 feet
D: 2,550 feet
3604: You are the first vessel to arrive at the scene of a
distress. Due to the volume of traffic on the radio, you
are unable to communicate with the vessel in distress.
Which action should you take?
A: Switch to flag hoists.
B: Broadcast "Seelonce Distress".
C: Broadcast "Charlie Quebec-Mayday-Quiet".
D: Key the microphone three times in quick succession.
3605: While anchored in 700 feet of water, 3,150 feet of chain is
deployed for line #4. Tension on that line is 200 kips.
According to the DEEP DRILLER Operating Manual, how much of
that chain lies along the bottom?
A: 1,218 feet
B: 1,398 feet
C: 1,752 feet
D: 1,844 feet
3606: Which radiotelephone signal indicates receipt of a distress
message?
A: Roger wilco
B: Romeo, romeo, romeo
C: SOS acknowledged
D: Mayday roger
3607: With the DEEP DRILLER anchored in 500 feet of water and
with the tension on the mooring chain of 170 kips, the
length of the catenary is _________.
A: 1,378 feet
B: 1,423 feet
C: 1,591 feet
D: 1,624 feet
3608: A fire has broken out on the stern of your vessel. You
should maneuver your vessel so the wind ______________.
A: comes over the bow
B: blows the fire back toward the vessel
C: comes over the stern
D: comes over either beam
3609: General arrangement plans shall be permanently exhibited on
all passenger vessels of at least __________.
A: 200 GT and over
B: 500 GT and over
C: 1000 GT and over
D: 1500 GT and over
3610: A passenger vessel is underway. When may passengers visit
the pilothouse?
A: Passengers are excluded from the pilothouse while underway.
B: Passengers are permitted in the pilothouse during daylight
hours only.
C: Passengers are permitted to visit the pilothouse when
authorized by the Master and officer of the watch.
D: Passengers are permitted in the pilothouse when they are
escorted by a ship's officer.
3611: Each life jacket light that has a non-replaceable power
source must be replaced ___________________.
A: every 6 months after initial installation
B: every 12 months after initial installation
C: every 24 months after initial installation
D: on or before the expiration date of the power source
3612: Your vessel's existing draft is FWD 14'-00", AFT 16'-00".
Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN,
determine the new draft if 350 long tons are discharged
from No. 13 hatch.
A: FWD 13'-03 5/8", AFT 15'-03 1/8"
B: FWD 13'-04 3/4", AFT 15'-03 1/4"
C: FWD 13'-05 1/5", AFT 15'-04 3/5"
D: FWD 13'-08 4/5", AFT 15'-08 4/5"
3614: While proceeding towards a distress site you hear the
message "Seelonce Feenee" over the radiotelephone. Which
action should you take?
A: Resume base course and speed because the distress situation
is over.
B: Do not transmit over the radiotelephone.
C: Relay the initial distress message to the nearest shore
station.
D: Resume normal communications on the guarded frequency.
3615: The DEEP DRILLER is moored in 700 feet of water. The
tension on anchor line #3 is 200 kips. What is the vertical
component of chain tension for that line?
A: 59.1 long tons
B: 60.9 long tons
C: 89.3 long tons
D: 487.2 long tons
3616: Which radiotelephone signal indicates receipt of a distress
message?
A: Received mayday
B: Roger wilco
C: Seelonce
D: Mayday wilco
3617: The DEEP DRILLER is moored in 600 feet of water. The
average line tension is 190 kips. What is the total
vertical component of chain tension?
A: 55.3 long tons
B: 428.8 long tons
C: 442.4 long tons
D: 678.4 long tons
3618: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has drafts of: FWD 28'-00",
AFT 29'-00". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 81.05 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 28'-06.2", AFT 28'-06.2"
B: FWD 28'-06.3", AFT 28'-08.0"
C: FWD 28'-07.5", AFT 28'-08.0"
D: FWD 28'-10.0", AFT 28'-08.0"
3619: Using the Guidance Manual for Loading the M.V. Grand Haven,
determine the amount of ballast required in tank No. 7 (P&S)
to maintain drafts of 17'-00" forward and 22'-06" aft for a
vessel loaded with grain which has a test weight of 31lbs.
A: 410 tons each
B: 480 tons each
C: 499 tons each
D: 501 tons each
3620: How should the letter "O" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: OCK TOW BER
B: O RI AN
C: OSS CAH
D: OA KAM
3621: The DEEP DRILLER is moored in 700 feet of water. The
average tension on the mooring lines is 200 kips. What is
the total vertical component of chain tension?
A: 60.9 long tons
B: 472.8 long tons
C: 487.2 long tons
D: 714.4 long tons
3622: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 451 tons
B: 1126 tons
C: 1451 tons
D: 1726 tons
3623: You wish to communicate by radiotelephone with a foreign
vessel using the International Code of Signals. This is
indicated by the signal ____________.
A: "Charlie Quebec"
B: "Code"
C: "Kilo"
D: "Interco"
3624: What is the International Code signal for calling an unknown
station using flashing light?
A: AA AA
B: UNK
C: STA
D: CQ
3625: The DEEP DRILLER is on location during a storm. Windward
anchor tensions begin to exceed the test tensions. To
reduce tensions while minimizing offset over the well, you
should ________________________.
A: increase tension on the leeward chain
B: pay out more chain on the windward side
C: reduce tension on the leeward chains
D: connect an emergency tow wire to the work boat
3627: The DEEP DRILLER is drilling on location at a 60 foot draft.
Waves are approaching within 2 feet of the underside of the
spider deck. You should ______________________.
A: suspend drilling operations and deballast to a 45 foot
draft
B: continue drilling while ballasting to a 20 foot draft
maximum air gap
C: deballast when the waves just begin to hit the underside
of the spider deck
D: reduce tension on all anchor chains to increase draft
3630: A passenger vessel is required to have a supervised patrol
when ______________.
A: there are passengers berthed on board
B: navigating in excess of eight hours
C: the vessel has substantial wood in its construction
D: there is no automatic fire-detection system installed
3631: During an ice storm on board the DEEP DRILLER, the rig is
uniformly covered with 414 tons of ice. At the beginning
of the storm the rig was at 45 foot draft. After the storm
the rig was at a 48 foot draft. Assume a KG of 127 feet for
the new ice and an original KG of 58 feet. What is the new
KG of the DEEP DRILLER?
A: 59.74 feet
B: 60.34 feet
C: 61.19 feet
D: 61.27 feet
3633: The KG of the DEEP DRILLER increases from 57 feet to 59
feet while drilling at a 60 foot draft during an ice storm.
What action should be taken?
A: Continue drilling operations while waiting for the ice to
melt
B: Reduce the deck load until you reach the allowable KG for
draft
C: Notify the USCG that the rig is temporarily above the
allowable KG
D: Deballast to reach the allowable KG
3634: You are underway in mid-ocean when you hear a distress
message. The position of the sender is 150 miles away. No
other vessel has acknowledged the distress. Your maximum
speed is 5 knots and due to the seriousness of the distress,
you cannot arrive on scene to provide effective assistance.
What action should you take?
A: Do not acknowledge the distress message.
B: Send an urgency message about the distress.
C: Use the signal MAYDAY RELAY and transmit the distress
message.
D: Transmit a message as though your vessel was in distress.
3635: For the DEEP DRILLER, in deballasting to survival draft when
threatened with heavy weather from 100 knot winds, a load
form should be calculated to determine that ______________.
A: the maximum allowable KG is exceeded
B: KG corrected for free surface effects does not exceed
62.24 feet
C: KG corrected for free surface effects does not exceed
62.09 feet
D: GM remains the same
3636: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
08'-11.5", AFT 15'-11.5". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 3.15 feet
B: 3.05 feet
C: 2.90 feet
D: 2.80 feet
3637: In anticipation of heavy weather, it is decided to deballast
the DEEP DRILLER to survival draft. The marine riser should
be disconnected, pulled, and laid down. After doing so, the
riser tension will be ______________.
A: zero
B: equal to the weight of the riser
C: dependent on the water depth
D: applied at the riser tensioner sheaves
3640: How should the number "2" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: NUM-BER-TOO
B: BEES-SOH-TOO
C: DOS-SOH-TU
D: NEM-MARL-TWO
3642: When communicating on the radiotelephone using plain
English, what procedure word indicates the end of my
transmission and that a response is necessary?
A: Out
B: Over
C: Roger
D: Wilco
3643: Under extremely heavy weather on the DEEP DRILLER, when
operating conditions are too severe to permit the drill
string from being tripped out of the hole and laid down in
the pipe racks, it may be _________.
A: hung off
B: placed in the setback
C: supported by the lower marine riser package
D: supported by the tensioners
3650: If your passenger vessel is fitted with a loudspeaker
system, it must be tested at least once ____________.
A: every week
B: a day
C: every trip
D: a watch or once a trip, whichever is shorter
3652: Your vessel's existing draft is FWD 17'-04", AFT 18'-08".
Using the Guidance Manual for Loading M.V. GRAND HAVEN,
determine the new draft if 765 long tons are discharged
from No. 7 hatch.
A: FWD 15'-04 3/4", AFT 18'-04"
B: FWD 15'-11 3/5", AFT 18'-11"
C: FWD 18'-08 2/5", AFT 18'-05"
D: FWD 18'-05 3/4", AFT 18'-10"
3654: You are communicating on the radiotelephone using plain
English. Which procedural word (proword) indicates that you
have received another vessel's transmission?
A: Out
B: Over
C: Roger
D: Wilco
3657: For planning purposes, the time required to place the DEEP
DRILLER at survival draft from the drilling mode to counter
heavy weather is _________________.
A: 2 hours
B: 4 hours
C: 6 hours
D: 8 hours
3658: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 226.9 ft
B: 238.3 ft
C: 252.4 ft
D: 268.8 ft
3659: Using the Guidance Manual for Loading the M.V. Grand Haven,
determine the amount of ballast required in tank No. 1 (P&S)
to maintain drafts of 17'-00" forward and 22'-06" aft for a
vessel loaded with grain which has a test weight of 43 lbs.
A: 23 tons each
B: 50 tons each
C: 75 tons each
D: 150 tons each
3660: How should the letter "W" be pronounced when spoken on the
radiotelephone?
A: DUB A U
B: WISS KEY
C: WI NE
D: WOO LF
3661: Under ideal conditions, the DEEP DRILLER can pick up and
place pipe in the rack at a rate of about ____________.
A: 600 feet per hour
B: 800 feet per hour
C: 1,000 feet per hour
D: 1,200 feet per hour
3662: You are on a Mariner class cargo vessel. Your drafts are:
FWD 24'-00", AFT 25'-08". You wish to increase the
calculated GM of 3.0' to 4.1'. What tanks should you
ballast? (Use the white pages in the Stability Data
Reference Book.)
A: Tanks: DB3, DT1A
B: Tanks: DB2, DB6, DT6
C: Tanks: DB 3, FB7, DT1
D: Tanks: DB4, DT6
3663: Before deballasting to survival draft in the event of
predicted heavy weather, the DEEP DRILLER Operations Manual
recommends that the mooring lines be slacked _______.
A: 10 feet
B: 20 feet
C: 30 feet
D: 40 feet
3664: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has drafts of: FWD 29'-04",
AFT 30'-06". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 101.6 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 29'-04.5", AFT 30'-07.5"
B: FWD 29'-07.6", AFT 30'-05.0"
C: FWD 29'-04.5", AFT 30'-10.0"
D: FWD 30'-00.8", AFT 30'-01.0"
3665: The time required to ballast the DEEP DRILLER to survival
draft, when threatened with heavy weather, while under tow,
is about _________.
A: 2 hours
B: 3 hours
C: 4 hours
D: 5 hours
3667: The principal action in changing from transit to survival
draft in the event heavy weather threatens is ____________.
A: ballasting
B: deballasting
C: disconnecting
D: hanging off
3668: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is loaded with the cargo shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the amount of liquid loading required in the
double bottom tanks to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 920 tons
B: 1120 tons
C: 1245 tons
D: 1545 tons
3669: The free surface corrections depend upon the dimensions of
the surface of the free liquids and the __________.
A: volume of liquid in the tank
B: displacement of the vessel
C: location of the tank in the vessel
D: height of the center of gravity of the vessel
3670: On a passenger vessel with stateroom accommodations, which
space would NOT be required to be checked by the patrol
between 10 pm and 6 am?
A: galley
B: public spaces with an automatic fire detection system
C: pilothouse
D: weather decks
3671: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers damage to the starboard center
column below the waterline. Pumping from tanks 2S and 9S is
not sufficient to prevent increasing starboard list. You
should consider counterflooding in tank _____.
A: 2P
B: 9P
C: C2BS
D: C2BP
3673: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers damage to the port center column
below the waterline. Pumping from tanks 2P and 9P is not
sufficient to prevent increasing port list. You should
consider counterflooding in tank _____.
A: 2S
B: 9S
C: C2BS
D: C2BP
3675: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers damage to the port forward
column below the waterline. Pumping from tank 2P and 3P is
not sufficient to prevent increasing port list and bow down
trim. You should consider counterflooding in tank _____.
A: 2S
B: 9S
C: C2BS
D: 10S
3677: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers damage to the starboard aft
column below the waterline. Pumping from tanks 8S and 9S is
not sufficient to prevent increasing starboard list and
stern down trim. You should consider counterflooding in
tank _____.
A: 1S
B: 1P
C: C2BP
D: 10P
3681: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), suffers damage to the port aft column
below the waterline. Pumping from tank 8P and 9P is not
sufficient to prevent increasing port list and stern down
trim. You should consider counterflooding in tank _____.
A: 1S
B: 1P
C: C2BS
D: 10S
3683: While drilling loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), the DEEP DRILLER suffers a sudden unexpected
starboard and aft inclination. The wind and waves are
light. What might have caused the inclination?
A: Mooring lines 6 and 7 have failed.
B: The drilling crew has dumped the mud.
C: The drill string has broken.
D: Ballast tanks have equalized into tank 10S.
3685: While drilling loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), the DEEP DRILLER suffers an unexpected but
slowly increasing starboard and aft inclination. The wind
and waves are light. This inclination could have been
caused by ___________________.
A: the failure of mooring lines 6 and 7
B: the drilling crew dumping the mud
C: the drill string breaking
D: ballast tanks equalizing into tank 10S
3687: While drilling loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), the DEEP DRILLER suffers an unexpected but
slowly increasing port and aft inclination. The wind and
waves are light. This inclination could have been caused
by __________________.
A: the failure of mooring lines 2 and 3
B: the drilling crew dumping the mud
C: the drill string breaking
D: ballast tanks equalizing into tank 10P
3691: While drilling loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), the DEEP DRILLER suffers an unexpected but
slowly increasing port and forward inclination. The wind
and waves are light. This inclination could have been
caused by ________________.
A: the failure of mooring lines 5 and 6
B: the drilling crew dumping the mud
C: the drill string breaking
D: ballast tanks equalizing into tank 1P
3693: While drilling loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), the DEEP DRILLER suffers an unexpected but
slowly increasing starboard and forward inclination. The
wind and waves are light. This inclination could have been
caused by __________________.
A: the failure of mooring lines 7 and 8
B: the drilling crew dumping the mud
C: the drill string breaking
D: ballast tanks equalizing into tank 1S
3695: In storm conditions, when the environmental conditions are
such that the DEEP DRILLER has disconnected the marine
riser, the two leeward mooring lines should be _____.
A: tightened
B: slacked slightly
C: completely slacked
D: adjusted to give the same line tensions as the windward
lines
3696: The equipment required to remove an on-deck oil spill on a
barge transfering oil must either be carried on board or
__________________.
A: on a tug standing by
B: available by contract with the shore facility
C: kept at the shoreside hose connection during transfer
D: kept in a protected shoreside location readily accessible
3697: In storm conditions, when slacking the leeward mooring lines
of the DEEP DRILLER, maintain in the chain locker at least
________.
A: 500 feet
B: 350 feet
C: 200 feet
D: 100 feet
3701: While loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #5 (Survival), an
estimated 250 long tons of snow and ice accumulates on the
DEEP DRILLER at an estimated height of 127 feet. Assuming
no corrective ballasting, what is the rise in the height of
the center of gravity corrected for longitudinal free
surface effects?
A: 2.62 feet
B: 2.20 feet
C: 1.03 feet
D: 0.71 foot
3703: While loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #5 (Survival), an
estimated 250 long tons of snow and ice accumulates on the
DEEP DRILLER at an estimated height of 127 feet. Assuming
no corrective ballasting, what is the new height of the
center of gravity corrected for longitudinal free surface
effects?
A: 58.78 feet
B: 60.68 feet
C: 61.53 feet
D: 62.78 feet
3705: While loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #5 (Survival), an
estimated 250 long tons of snow and ice accumulates on the
DEEP DRILLER at an estimated height of 127 feet. Assuming
no corrective ballasting, what is the margin on maximum
allowable KG?
A: 1.55 feet
B: 1.23 feet
C: 0.50 foot
D: -1.45 feet
3706: You are in charge of a fishing vessel with 18 individuals on
board. You are required to conduct drills and give safety
instruction at least once _____________.
A: every week
B: every 15 days
C: every month
D: before you begin fishing
3707: While loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #5 (Survival), an
estimated 250 long tons of snow and ice accumulates on the
DEEP DRILLER at an estimated height of 127 feet. Assuming
no corrective ballasting, what is the new draft?
A: 48'-06"
B: 47'-03 1/2"
C: 46'-09 3/4"
D: 44'-06"
3713: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#5 (Survival) when an unexpected slowly increasing starboard
list and bow down trim occurs. A leak in 1S is found. By
deballasting from ballast tanks 2S and 3S, the inclination
slowly decreases. The increase in the transverse free
surface corrections is ____________________.
A: 1.25 feet
B: 0.90 foot
C: 0.84 foot
D: 0.22 foot
3717: During the passage of a severe storm, the DEEP DRILLER is at
survival draft. Strong winds are blowing from the
starboard. A careful load form calculation determined that,
although the unit is level, the TCG is 2.0 feet to
starboard. The value of the wind heeling moment is _____.
A: 40,402 ft-long tons
B: 32,099 ft-long tons
C: 21,343 ft-long tons
D: 19,982 ft-long tons
3727: The DEEP DRILLER is engaged in wire line logging. You have
10,000 feet of drill pipe and bottom hole assembly in the
set back. Marine weather forecasts are predicting weather
with winds in excess of 70 knots. Your first step to
prepare for the storm should be to ________________.
A: suspend wire line operations and run the drill string into
the hole
B: continue wire line operations and bring the rig to a 45 foot
draft
C: suspend wire line operations and dump your mud pits
overboard
D: increase tension on all anchor chains to minimize movement
of the rig
3731: If the DEEP DRILLER is damaged, the unit is designed to
avoid downflooding in wind speeds up to ______.
A: 50 knots
B: 70 knots
C: 90 knots
D: 100 knots
3733: In the event of damage to the DEEP DRILLER which results
in flooding to one of the lower-hull tanks, pump from _____.
A: nearby damaged tanks
B: nearby undamaged tanks containing ballast
C: tanks on the opposite corner
D: the opposite trim tank
3737: The most important consideration in the event the Deep
Driller suffers damage is ______.
A: preserve reserve buoyancy
B: advise authorities
C: pump from adjacent undamaged compartments
D: counterflood on the opposite corner
3741: Because of the presence of 75 knot winds, the DEEP DRILLER
is at survival draft. KGT is 3.24 feet less than the
maximum allowed. What is the value of GMT?
A: 5.32 feet
B: 5.17 feet
C: 3.39 feet
D: 3.24 feet
3771: What is the decrease in longitudinal moments for the Deep
Driller if 2.0 feet of ballast is transferred from 1S to
10P?
A: 15,265 ft-tons
B: 14,609 ft-tons
C: 7,293 ft-tons
D: 5,174 ft-tons
3773: What is the ullage in P-Tank #4 of the DEEP DRILLER if the
weight is 75.24 long tons?
A: 4.0 feet
B: 5.0 feet
C: 10.2 feet
D: 16.0 feet
3775: The sounding in fuel oil tank 4P on the DEEP DRILLER is
8.75 feet. What are the transverse moments for this amount
of fuel?
A: -17,416 ft-long tons
B: -874 ft-long tons
C: 3,992 ft-long tons
D: 17,416 ft-long tons
3777: What is the weight of cement in P-tank #1 of the Deep
Driller if the ullage is 3.4 feet?
A: 11.5 long tons
B: 16.6 long tons
C: 54.2 long tons
D: 78.2 long tons
3781: What is the weight of barite in P-tank #4 of the DEEP
DRILLER if the ullage is 3.4 feet?
A: 11.5 long tons
B: 16.6 long tons
C: 54.2 long tons
D: 78.2 long tons
3783: What is the weight of bulk in P-tank #1 of the DEEP DRILLER
if the ullage is 2.3 feet?
A: 34.3 long tons
B: 58.0 long tons
C: 83.6 long tons
D: 121.9 long tons
3785: What are the vertical moments for P-Tank #1 on the DEEP
DRILLER if the ullage is 3.0 feet?
A: 1,167 foot-tons
B: 4,002 foot-tons
C: 6,758 foot-tons
D: 9,739 foot-tons
3787: What is the VCG for the cement in P-Tank #1 on the DEEP
DRILLER if the ullage is 6.4 feet?
A: 116.24 feet
B: 116.44 feet
C: 119.81 feet
D: 123.06 feet
3791: What is the VCG for the additional weight if P-tank
#4 in the DEEP DRILLER Sample Load Form #1 (Transit)
is completely filled ?
A: 113.90 feet
B: 121.03 feet
C: 123.06 feet
D: 125.09 feet
3792: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
08'-11.5", AFT 15'-11.5". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 3.10 feet
B: 2.45 feet
C: 2.00 feet
D: 1.50 feet
3793: When the ullage is 6.4 feet in P-Tank #5 for the Deep
Driller, what is the value of the longitudinal moment?
A: -2,254 foot-tons
B: -2,949 foot-tons
C: -3,392 foot-tons
D: -4,249 foot-tons
3795: When the ullage is 5.7 feet in P-Tank #6 for the Deep
Driller, the transverse moment for P-Tank #6 is ________.
A: 1,288 foot-tons
B: 1,887 foot-tons
C: 3,169 foot-tons
D: 4,596 foot-tons
3797: What are the longitudinal moments for the contents of P-tank
#1 of the DEEP DRILLER if the ullage is 2.3 feet?
A: -3,096 ft-tons
B: -3,880 ft-tons
C: -4,663 ft-tons
D: -6,509 ft-tons
3801: What are the vertical moments for the cement contents of
P-tank #1 of the DEEP DRILLER if the ullage is 2.3 feet?
A: 4,198 ft-tons
B: 7,067 ft-tons
C: 7,096 ft-tons
D: 14,921 ft-tons
3803: For the DEEP DRILLER, what are the transverse moments for a
sounding of 5 feet in tank C3P?
A: 1,005 foot-tons
B: 2,139 foot-tons
C: -7,130 foot-tons
D: -10,797 foot-tons
3805: For the DEEP DRILLER, what are the longitudinal moments for
a sounding of 15 feet in tank C3P?
A: 1,055 foot-tons
B: 7,772 foot-tons
C: -21,391 foot-tons
D: -25,669 foot-tons
3807: For the DEEP DRILLER, What are the vertical moments for a
sounding of 10 feet in tank C3P?
A: 1,055 foot-tons
B: 4,754 foot-tons
C: 14,621 foot-tons
D: 17,113 foot-tons
3811: The sounding in fuel oil tank 4P on the DEEP DRILLER is 8.75
feet. What are the longitudinal moments for this amount of
fuel?
A: -17,416 ft-long tons
B: -874 ft-long tons
C: 3,992 ft-long tons
D: 17,416 ft-long tons
3813: The sounding in tank 1P of the DEEP DRILLER is 7.58 feet.
What are the vertical moments for this quantity of ballast?
A: 729 ft-long tons
B: 991 ft-long tons
C: 19,609 ft-long tons
D: 27,652 ft-long tons
3815: Among the valves to open when deballasting using tanks 1P
and 10P of the DEEP DRILLER is __________________.
A: 2 Port
B: 24 Port
C: 48 Port
D: 44 Port
3817: What is the change in longitudinal moments for the DEEP
DRILLER if 103.48 long tons of ballast is discharged from a
full ballast tank 1P?
A: 10,944 foot-tons decrease
B: 7,761 foot-tons decrease
C: 6,707 foot-tons decrease
D: 155 foot-tons decrease
3821: What is the change in transverse moments for the DEEP
DRILLER if 103.48 long tons of ballast is discharged from
a full ballast tank 1P?
A: 10,944 foot-tons decrease
B: 7,761 foot-tons increase
C: 1,797 foot-tons increase
D: 155 foot-tons decrease
3823: What is the change in vertical moments for the DEEP DRILLER
if 103.48 long tons of ballast is discharged from a full
ballast tank 1P?
A: 6,707 foot-tons decrease
B: 4,984 foot-tons decrease
C: 1,914 foot-tons decrease
D: 155 foot-tons decrease
3825: What is the change in longitudinal moments for the DEEP
DRILLER if 103.48 long-tons of ballast is transferred
from a full ballast tank 1P to an empty ballast tank 10S?
A: 21,913 foot-tons decrease
B: 13,414 foot-tons decrease
C: 10,944 foot-tons decrease
D: 6,707 foot-tons decrease
3827: What is the change in transverse moments for the DEEP
DRILLER if 103.48 long-tons of ballast is transferred
from a full ballast tank 1P to an empty ballast tank 10S?
A: 15,522 foot-tons increase
B: 15,181 foot-tons increase
C: 3,594 foot-tons increase
D: 1,797 foot-tons increase
3831: Among the valves to open on the DEEP DRILLER, if you have
to transfer ballast from Tank 10P to Tank 1S using
#1 ballast pump, is valve ______________.
A: 24 Port
B: 33 Port
C: 34 Port
D: 44 Port
3832: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 229.8 ft
B: 234.3 ft
C: 246.8 ft
D: 251.5 ft
3833: Among the valves to open on the DEEP DRILLER, if you have
to transfer ballast from Tank 1P to Tank 10S using
#1 ballast pump, is valve _______________.
A: 33 Starboard
B: 44 Starboard
C: 33 Port
D: 44 Port
3835: What port-side valves must be open to transfer ballast from
Tank 10P to Tank 1P on the DEEP DRILLER, using the Port #1
ballast pump?
A: 23, 35, 34, 33, 43, and 2
B: 23, 43, 33, and 1B
C: 23, 33, 43, and 1
D: 23, 35, 34, 33, 43, and 1
3837: What port-side valves must be open to transfer ballast from
Tank 1P to Tank 10P on the DEEP DRILLER using the Port #1
ballast pump?
A: 1, 33, 43, and 24
B: 1, 33, 44, 45, and 23
C: 1, 34, 35, and 23
D: 1, 33, 43, 48, and 23
3838: Fire dampers prevent the spread of fire by _____________.
A: convection
B: conduction
C: radiation
D: direct contact
3841: What is the change in the vertical moments for the DEEP
DRILLER if 2.0 feet of ballast is transferred from a full
ballast tank 3P to an empty ballast tank 10P?
A: 43 ft-tons increase
B: 69 ft-tons decrease
C: 556 ft-tons decrease
D: 5,575 ft-tons decrease
3843: The sounding in tank 1P of the DEEP DRILLER is 7.58 feet.
What are the longitudinal moments for this quantity of
ballast?
A: 729 ft-long tons
B: 6,707 ft-long tons
C: 19,609 ft-long tons
D: 27,652 ft-long tons
3845: On the DEEP DRILLER, among the valves to open when
transferring ballast from Tank 1S to Tank 10P using the #1
ballast pump is valve _______.
A: 33 Starboard
B: 44 Starboard
C: 33 Port
D: 44 Port
3847: On the DEEP DRILLER, among the valves to open when
transferring ballast from Tank 10S to Tank 1P using the #2
ballast pump is valve ______.
A: 33 Starboard
B: 44 Starboard
C: 33 Port
D: 34 Port
3851: On the DEEP DRILLER, among the valves to open when
transferring ballast from Tank 10P to Tank 1S using the #2
ballast pump is valve ______.
A: 33 Starboard
B: 36 Starboard
C: 33 Port
D: 36 Port
3871: On the DEEP DRILLER, among the port-side valves to open when
deballasting from ballast tank 2P is valve _____.
3873: On the DEEP DRILLER, among the starboard-side valves to open
when deballasting from ballast tank 8S is valve _____.
3877: On the DEEP DRILLER, among the starboard-side valves to open
when deballasting from ballast tank 2S is valve ______.
3881: On the DEEP DRILLER, among the starboard-side valves to open
when deballasting from ballast tank 2S is valve _____.
3885: On the DEEP DRILLER, among the starboard-side valves to open
when flooding through the overboard discharge into ballast
tank 1S is valve _____.
3893: When filling fuel-oil tank 4S on the DEEP DRILLER, it is
necessary to open valve _________.
3895: When filling fuel-oil tank 6P on the DEEP DRILLER, it is
necessary to open valve _____.
3901: Among the valves on the DEEP DRILLER to open when using the
Salt-Water Service Pump to pump water into tank 10S is ____.
3902: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 3.0 ft
B: Available GM 3.7 ft
C: Available GM 4.0 ft
D: Available GM 4.2 ft
3903: Among the valves on the DEEP DRILLER which may be opened
when using the Salt-Water Service Pump to pump water into
Tank 1P is ____________.
3905: On the DEEP DRILLER, when using the starboard #2 ballast
pump to provide water to the main deck from the sea, it is
necessary to open valves ___________.
A: 37, 35, 36, 45
B: 37, 36, 46, 47
C: 38, 47
D: 38, 47, 45, 46
3911: For the DEEP DRILLER, it is recommended that the number of
lower-hull ballast tanks with free surfaces be less
than ________________.
3913: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 60 feet, has 50,000 ft-tons
of longitudinal moments. How much ballast should be
transferred between tanks 1P and 10P to level the unit
longitudinally?
A: 45.3 long tons
B: 90.6 long tons
C: 118.1 long tons
D: 236.1 long tons
3915: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 60 feet, has 35,000 ft-tons
of longitudinal moments. How much ballast should be
transferred between tanks 1P and 10P to level the unit
longitudinally?
A: 25.5 long tons
B: 50.2 long tons
C: 165.3 long tons
D: 330.2 long tons
3917: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 60 feet, has 3,765 ft-tons
of transverse moments. How much ballast should be
transferred between tanks 1P and 1S to level the unit in
list?
A: 25.1 long tons
B: 50.2 long tons
C: 62.8 long tons
D: 252.1 long tons
3921: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 60 feet, has -3,600 ft-tons
of transverse moments. How much ballast should be
transferred between tanks 10P and 10S to level the unit in
list?
A: 25.1 long tons
B: 50.2 long tons
C: 62.8 long tons
D: 252.1 long tons
3923: Among the valves that must be opened on the DEEP DRILLER to
pump bilge water out of the port pump room using the #1
bilge pump is valve ____.
3925: Among the valves that must be opened on the DEEP DRILLER to
pump bilge water out of the port pump room using both bilge
pumps is valve ____.
3927: What pump may be used to supplement the bilge pump on the
DEEP DRILLER?
A: #1 Ballast
B: #2 Ballast
C: Salt-Water Service
D: Drill water
3931: Aboard the DEEP DRILLER, to use the drill water pump to
supplement the bilge pumps, it is necessary to open valves
26 and __________.
3933: On the DEEP DRILLER, the drill water pump may be used to
supplement the bilge pumps. Its normal pumping rate is
_________________.
A: 250 gallons per minute
B: 350 gallons per minute
C: 500 gallons per minute
D: 700 gallons per minute
3934: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 228.8 ft
B: 238.3 ft
C: 252.4 ft
D: 266.5 ft
3935: To pump bilge water out of the port pump room on the DEEP
DRILLER, using the #2 bilge pump, open port-side valve
_____.
3937: On the DEEP DRILLER, to pump bilge water out of the
starboard pump room using both bilge pumps, it is necessary
to open valves _____________.
A: 41 and 42
B: 39 and 40
C: 39, 40, 41, and 42
D: 39, 40, 41, 42, 26, and 28
3941: Aboard the DEEP DRILLER, the drill water pump may be used to
provide drill water to the deck and _______________.
A: supplement the bilge pumps
B: provide saltwater service to the deck
C: emergency fuel-oil recovery
D: supplement the ballast pumps
3943: On the DEEP DRILLER, to use the drill water pump to
supplement the bilge pumps, it is necessary to open valves
28 and ___________.
3944: What is the most vulnerable part of the fire main system?
A: The fire pump
B: Exposed hard piping
C: The hydrant valve
D: The fire hose
3945: Aboard the DEEP DRILLER, the bilge pumps take suction from
the pump rooms, cofferdam, void area, access trunk, and
______.
A: center column chain lockers
B: backup drill water tank
C: primary salt-water service tank
D: forward and after column chain lockers
3946: Fusible-link fire dampers are operated by ___________.
A: a mechanical arm outside the vent duct
B: the heat of a fire melting the link
C: electrical controls on the bridge
D: a break-glass and pull-cable system
3947: The midships house of your break bulk ship is constructed
with an interior stairtower from the main deck to the
bridge. Under what circumstances may the doors from each
deck to the stairtower be kept open when underway?
A: They can be kept open if the station bill has personnel
designated to close them in case of fire.
B: They may be kept open if they can be automatically closed
from the bridge.
C: They may be kept open if the ventilation or air conditioning
system is shut down.
D: They are to be kept closed at all times.
3957: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling). What would be the weight of the mud in pit
#4 if the sounding level changed from 8 to 6 feet?
A: 80.00 long tons
B: 77.75 long tons
C: 83.34 long tons
D: 106.67 long tons
3958: If there's a fire aboard your vessel, you should FIRST ____.
A: notify the Coast Guard
B: have passengers put on life preservers
C: sound the alarm
D: cut off air supply to the fire
3961: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown is Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling). What would be the change in vertical moments
for Fresh Water if the entire contents of Drill Water Tank
5P are transferred to Drill Water Tank 5S?
A: 5,683 ft-tons
B: 2,689 ft-tons
C: 306 ft-tons
D: 000 ft-tons
3963: Salt water ballast tank 2P on the DEEP DRILLER contains 5.0
feet of ballast. It is decided to fill the tank. What is
the VCG of the added liquid?
A: 7.5 feet
B: 10.0 feet
C: 12.5 feet
D: 15.0 feet
3965: In the DEEP DRILLER, the transverse and longitudinal free
surface moments for entry into the daily load form are
obtained ________.
A: from tank tables
B: by multiplying displacement by the free surface correction
C: by dividing by displacement
D: by dividing by the free surface correction
3967: The sounding in tank 1P of the DEEP DRILLER is 7.58 feet.
It is decided to fill tank 1P by flooding through the sea
chest. What are the vertical moments for the added ballast?
A: 6,899 ft-long tons
B: 6,149 ft-long tons
C: 5,908 ft-long tons
D: 2,615 ft-long tons
3968: Each Class A PIRB shall be stowed in a manner which will
permit _______.
A: easy access to its storage compartment
B: replacement of the battery without exposure to the weather
C: it to float free if the vessel sinks
D: it to remain attached to the vessel
3971: What weight is added when P-tank #4 in the DEEP DRILLER
Sample Load Form #1 (Transit) is completely filled?
A: 19.54 long tons
B: 55.71 long tons
C: 75.25 long tons
D: 94.79 long tons
3973: What are the additional vertical moments created when
P-tank #4 in the DEEP DRILLER sample load form #1 (Transit)
is completely filled?
A: 2,252 foot-tons
B: 9,413 foot-tons
C: 11,665 foot-tons
D: 13,917 foot-tons
3975: While loaded as shown in the DEEP DRILLER Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling), all of the liquid mud is dumped. What is the
new uncorrected KG?
A: 52.09 feet
B: 52.20 feet
C: 53.23 feet
D: 55.36 feet
3977: While loaded as shown in the DEEP DRILLER Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling), all of the liquid mud is dumped. What
is the new longitudinal free surface correction?
A: 1.63 feet
B: 1.65 feet
C: 1.67 feet
D: 1.69 feet
3981: While loaded as shown in the DEEP DRILLER Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling), all of the liquid mud is dumped. What is
the new position of the longitudinal center of buoyancy?
A: 0.00 feet
B: 1.69 feet
C: 2.25 feet
D: 2.29 feet
3983: While loaded as shown in the DEEP DRILLER Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling), all of the liquid mud is dumped. What is
the new height of the longitudinal metacenter?
A: 61.24 feet
B: 61.22 feet
C: 61.20 feet
D: 61.13 feet
3985: While loaded as shown in the DEEP DRILLER Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling), all of the liquid mud is dumped. What is
the new location of the longitudinal center of gravity?
A: 1.71 feet
B: 1.94 feet
C: 2.09 feet
D: 2.23 feet
3987: While loaded as shown in the DEEP DRILLER Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling), all of the liquid mud is dumped. What is
the new longitudinal metacentric height?
A: 5.02 feet
B: 5.65 feet
C: 7.33 feet
D: 7.63 feet
3991: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling). What would be the new sum of transverse
moments for the Stores & Supplies (Table 6) if paint
weighing 3.48 tons is added to the paint locker?
A: 592 foot-tons
B: 296 foot-tons
C: 148 foot-tons
D: 000 foot-tons
3993: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling). What would be the new sum of longitudinal
moments for the Stores & Supplies (Table 6) if paint
weighing 3.48 tons is added to the paint locker?
A: 5,996 foot-tons
B: 1,688 foot-tons
C: 495 foot-tons
D: 115 foot-tons
3994: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine about
to surface is _____________.
A: green
B: white
C: red
D: yellow
3995: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling). What would be the new sum of vertical moments
for the Stores & Supplies if paint weighing 3.48 tons is
added to the paint locker?
A: 13,346 foot-tons
B: 5,054 foot-tons
C: 964 foot-tons
D: 292 foot-tons
3996: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
08'-11.5", AFT 15'-11.5". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 2.85 feet
B: 2.65 feet
C: 2.36 feet
D: 2.15 feet
3997: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling). What would be the new sum of vertical
moments for Fuel Oil if the entire contents of Tank 4P are
transferred to Tank 4S?
A: 3,493 foot-tons
B: 1,797 foot-tons
C: 1,748 foot-tons
D: 100 foot-tons
4001: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling). What would be the new sum of longitudinal
moments for Fuel Oil (Table 2) if the entire contents of
Tank 4P are transferred to Tank 4S?
A: 000 foot-tons
B: 3,992 foot-tons
C: 7,984 foot-tons
D: 15,968 foot-tons
4003: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling). What would be the new sum of transverse
moments for Fuel Oil if the entire contents of Tank 4P are
transferred to Tank 4S?
A: 995 foot-tons
B: 16,918 foot-tons
C: 17,713 foot-tons
D: 34,381 foot-tons
4005: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling). What would be the new sum of transverse free
surface moments for Fuel Oil (Table 2) if the entire
contents of Tank #4P are transferred to Tank #4S?
A: 0 foot-tons
B: 1,189 foot-tons
C: 2,378 foot-tons
D: 7,984 foot-tons
4006: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of:
FWD 18'-06", AFT 20'-10". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as indicated. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of the
Stability Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 18'-11", AFT 20'-02"
B: FWD 19'-01", AFT 20'-00"
C: FWD 19'-03", AFT 19'-10"
D: FWD 19'-05", AFT 19'-08"
4007: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling). What would be the new sum of longitudinal
free surface moments for Fuel Oil (Table 2) if the entire
contents of Tank #4P are transferred to Tank #4S?
A: 1,189 foot-tons
B: 2,835 foot-tons
C: 5,378 foot-tons
D: 5,670 foot-tons
4013: The DEEP DRILLER, at 60.0 feet draft in sea water, has VM =
974,441 foot-long tons, LM = 40,301 foot-long tons, TM = 3
foot-long tons, FSML = 30,572 foot-long tons, and FSMT =
18,732 foot-long tons. What is the KG corrected for
longitudinal free surface effects?
A: 53.78 feet
B: 54.82 feet
C: 55.47 feet
D: 56.01 feet
4015: The DEEP DRILLER, at 60.0 feet draft in sea water, has
VM = 974,441 foot-long tons, LM = 40,301 foot-long tons, TM
= 3 foot-long tons, FSML = 30,572 foot-long tons, and FSMT
18,732 foot-long tons. What is the KG corrected for
transverse free surface effects?
A: 53.78 feet
B: 54.82 feet
C: 55.47 feet
D: 56.01 feet
4027: The DEEP DRILLER, at 60.0 feet draft in sea water, has
VM = 974,441 foot-long tons, LM = 40,301 foot-long tons,
TM =3 foot-long tons, FSML = 30,572 foot-long tons, and FSMT
= 18,732 foot-long tons. What is the metacentric height
corrected for longitudinal free surface effects?
A: 5.66 feet
B: 6.31 feet
C: 7.37 feet
D: 55.47 feet
4031: The DEEP DRILLER, at 60.0 feet draft in sea water, has
VM = 974,441 foot-long tons, and FSMT = 18,732 foot-long
tons. What is the metacentric height corrected for
transverse free surface effects?
A: 5.66 feet
B: 7.37 feet
C: 8.02 feet
D: 54.82 feet
4033: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling) discharges a non-liquid load of 275.8 long
tons from a position 130 feet above the keel, 40 feet
forward of amidships, and 30 feet to port of the centerline.
What is the new KG?
A: 1.18 feet
B: 51.80 feet
C: 52.61 feet
D: 55.79 feet
4035: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), discharges a non-liquid load of 275.8 long tons
from a position 130 feet above the keel, 40 feet forward of
amidships, and 30 feet to port of the centerline. What is
the new KGL?
A: 52.60 feet
B: 53.65 feet
C: 54.32 feet
D: 54.92 feet
4037: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), discharges a non-liquid load of 275.8 long tons
from a position 130 feet above the keel, 40 feet forward of
amidships, and 30 feet to port of the centerline. What
is the new KGT?
A: 52.60 feet
B: 53.65 feet
C: 54.31 feet
D: 54.92 feet
4041: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), discharges a non-liquid load of 275.8 long tons
from a position 130 feet above the keel, 40 feet forward of
amidships, and 30 feet to port of the centerline. What is
the new TCG?
A: -0.26 foot
B: -0.46 foot
C: 0.46 foot
D: 0.61 foot
4042: How many B-II fire extinguishers must be in the machinery
space of a 75-foot long fishing vessel propelled by engines
with 1200 brake horsepower?
4043: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), discharges a non-liquid load of 275.8 long tons
from a position 130 feet above the keel, 40 feet forward of
amidships, and 30 feet to port of the centerline. What is
the new GML?
A: 5.98 feet
B: 6.48 feet
C: 6.84 feet
D: 7.11 feet
4044: Convection spreads a fire by _____________.
A: heated gases flowing through ventilation systems
B: the transfer of heat across an unobstructed space
C: burning liquids flowing into another space
D: transmitting the heat of a fire through the ship's metal
4045: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), discharges a non-liquid load of 275.8 long tons
from a position 130 feet above the keel, 40 feet forward of
amidships, and 30 feet to port of the centerline. What is
the new GMT?
A: 5.98 feet
B: 6.84 feet
C: 7.11 feet
D: 9.24 feet
4047: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), discharges a non-liquid load of 275.8 long tons
from a position 130 feet above the centerline. What is the
improvement in KGT?
A: 0.68 foot
B: 0.99 foot
C: 1.16 feet
D: 2.07 feet
4051: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), discharges a non-liquid load of 275.8 long tons
from a position 130 feet above the keel, 40 feet forward of
amidships, and 30 feet to port of the centerline. What is
the resulting list angle?
A: 2.11 degrees to port
B: 1.43 degrees to starboard
C: 2.87 degrees to starboard
D: 3.02 degrees to starboard
4053: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), discharges a non-liquid load of 275.8 long tons
from a position 130 feet above the keel, 40 feet forward of
amidships, and 30 feet to port of the centerline. What is
the resulting trim angle?
A: 3.49 degrees to the stern
B: 4.69 degrees to the stern
C: 5.18 degrees to the stern
D: 5.68 degrees to the stern
4055: In the DEEP DRILLER, VCG is obtained from the sum of the
vertical moments by ______________.
A: adding displacement
B: subtracting displacement
C: multiplying by displacement
D: dividing by displacement
4057: In the DEEP DRILLER, LCG is obtained from the sum of the
longitudinal moments by _______________.
A: adding the free surface correction
B: subtracting the free surface correction
C: multiplying by displacement
D: dividing by displacement
4061: In the DEEP DRILLER, TCG is obtained from the sum of the
transverse moments by ______________.
A: adding the free surface correction
B: subtracting the free surface correction
C: multiplying by displacement
D: dividing by displacement
4063: In the DEEP DRILLER, the longitudinal free surface
correction (FSCL) is obtained from the total of the
longitudinal free surface moments (FSML) by _________.
A: adding the LCG
B: subtracting the LCG
C: multiplying by displacement
D: dividing by displacement
4065: In the DEEP DRILLER, the transverse free surface correction
(FSCT) is obtained from the total of transverse free surface
moments (FSMT) by _________.
A: adding the TCG
B: subtracting the TCG
C: multiplying by displacement
D: dividing by displacement
4067: The DEEP DRILLER is operating as shown in Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling). Assume ballast added or discharged to remain
at a constant draft is at a VCG of 10 feet. How much
non-liquid load would have to be removed from an average
height of 130 feet above the keel to meet the maximum
allowable KG at a draft of 60 feet for winds greater than
70 knots?
A: 373 long tons
B: 457 long tons
C: 484 long tons
D: 524 long tons
4071: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). What are the new LM (longitudinal moments) if
the entire contents of Salt Water Ballast Tanks 1P and 1S
are discharged?
A: 5,191 ft-tons
B: 13,414 ft-tons
C: 31,992 ft-tons
D: 69,175 ft-tons
4073: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). What are the new TM (transverse moments) if
the entire contents of Salt Water Ballast Tanks 1P and 1S
are discharged?
A: -3,436 ft-tons
B: 3,446 ft-tons
C: 3,594 ft-tons
D: 22,682 ft-tons
4074: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the following drafts: FWD
08'-11.5", AFT 15'-11.5". Upon completion of loading and
bunkering the items listed will be on board. Use the white
pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
minimum GM required to meet a one compartment standard.
A: 2.20 feet
B: 2.00 feet
C: 1.80 feet
D: 1.65 feet
4075: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). What are the new vertical moments if the
entire contents of Salt Water Ballast Tanks 1P and 1S are
discharged?
A: 12,662 ft-tons
B: 794,346 ft-tons
C: 795,025 ft-tons
D: 795,704 ft-tons
4077: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). What is the new longitudinal free surface
correction (FSCL) if the entire contents of Salt Water
Ballast Tanks 1P and 1S are discharged?
A: 1.06 feet
B: 1.09 feet
C: 3.30 feet
D: 3.38 feet
4083: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). What is the new height of the center of
gravity corrected for longitudinal free surface effects if
the entire contents of Salt Water Ballast Tanks 1P and 1S
are discharged?
A: 67.04 feet
B: 68.02 feet
C: 68.72 feet
D: 69.21 feet
4085: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). What is the new height of the center of
gravity corrected for transverse free surface effects if the
entire contents of Salt Water Ballast Tanks 1P and 1S are
discharged?
A: 65.95 feet
B: 66.85 feet
C: 67.66 feet
D: 68.59 feet
4086: What signal flag is the "Pilot Flag" ("I have a pilot on
board")?
A: "P"
B: "C"
C: "H"
D: "Z"
4087: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (transit). What is the new metacentric height corrected
for transverse free surface effects if the entire contents
of Salt Water Ballast Tanks 1P and 1S are discharged?
(Use KMT = 375.38 feet)
A: 375.38 feet
B: 345.23 feet
C: 319.66 feet
D: 306.79 feet
4091: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). What is the new metacentric height corrected
for longitudinal free surface effects if the entire contents
of salt water ballast 1anks 1P and 1S are discharged?
(Use KML = 348.58)
A: 261.11 feet
B: 279.37 feet
C: 283.37 feet
D: 301.12 feet
4094: The SS AMERICAN MARINER arrived in port with drafts of: FWD
19'-10.5", AFT 22'-11.6". Cargo was loaded and discharged
as shown. Use sheet 2 in the white pages of The Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final drafts.
A: FWD 20'-01.4", AFT 23'-00.6"
B: FWD 19'-07.6", AFT 22'-10.4"
C: FWD 19'-09.3", AFT 22'-08.7"
D: FWD 19'-11.7", AFT 23'-02.5"
4095: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#2 (Ballast to Survival). What is the new longitudinal
location of the center of buoyancy if all the bulk materials
are discharged?
A: 2.34 feet
B: 2.48 feet
C: 2.50 feet
D: 2.53 feet
4097: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#2 (Ballasting to Survival). What is the new height of the
longitudinal metacenter if all the bulk materials are
discharged?
A: 61.34 feet
B: 62.13 feet
C: 62.35 feet
D: 64.00 feet
4101: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#2 (Ballasting to Survival). What is the new height of the
transverse metacenter if all the bulk materials are
discharged?
A: 63.14 feet
B: 64.05 feet
C: 64.30 feet
D: 66.09 feet
4103: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#2 (Ballasting to Survival). What is the shift in TCG if
100.76 long tons of ballast are added to Ballast Tank #8S to
replace the discharge of all bulk materials?
A: 0.01 foot starboard
B: 0.18 foot starboard
C: 0.27 foot starboard
D: 0.39 foot starboard
4105: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#2 (Ballasting to Survival). What is the shift in LCG if
100.76 long tons of ballast are added to Ballast Tank #8S to
replace the discharge of all bulk materials?
A: 0.06 foot aft
B: 0.14 foot aft
C: 0.27 foot aft
D: 0.40 foot aft
4106: In the event of a fire, the doors to a stairtower must be
closed to prevent the spread of fire by ___________.
A: conduction
B: ventilation
C: radiation
D: convection
4107: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#2 (Ballasting to Survival). What is the VCG of the added
liquid if 100.76 long tons of ballast are added to Ballast
Tank #8S?
A: 1.35 feet
B: 6.95 feet
C: 8.30 feet
D: 15.26 feet
4111: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#2 (Ballasting to Survival). What is the metacentric height
corrected for longitudinal free surface effects if 100.76
long tons of ballast are added to Ballast Tank #8S to
replace the discharge of all bulk materials?
A: 6.46 feet
B: 7.09 feet
C: 7.72 feet
D: 8.39 feet
4112: A fire is discovered in the forepeak of a vessel at sea.
The wind is from ahead at 35 knots. You should _________.
A: remain on course and hold speed
B: remain on course but slack the speed
C: change course to put the wind on either beam and increase
speed
D: change course and put the stern to the wind
4113: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#2 (Ballasting to Survival). What is the metacentric height
corrected for transverse free surface effects if 100.76 long
tons of ballast are added to Ballast Tank #8S to replace the
discharge of all bulk materials?
A: 10.42 feet
B: 10.87 feet
C: 11.50 feet
D: 12.13 feet
4114: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 229.8 ft
B: 236.7 ft
C: 244.6 ft
D: 251.5 ft
4121: The DEEP DRILLER is observed to be level at a draft of 60.0
feet. At the same time, the calculated load form shows the
displacement to be 17,845 long tons, total longitudinal
moments 51,466 foot-tons, and total transverse moments
-10,000 foot-tons. What is the weight of the missing load?
A: 220.7 long tons
B: 235.3 long tons
C: 253.7 long tons
D: 272.7 long tons
4123: The DEEP DRILLER is observed to be level at a draft of 60.0
feet. At the same time, the calculated load form shows the
displacement to be 17,845 long tons, total longitudinal
moments 51,466 foot-tons, and total transverse moments
-10,000 foot-tons. What is the longitudinal location of the
missing load?
A: 40.45 feet
B: 0.62 feet
C: -0.61 feet
D: -40.57 feet
4125: The DEEP DRILLER is observed to be level at a draft of 60.0
feet. At the same time, the calculated load form shows the
displacement to be 17,845 long tons, total longitudinal
moment 51,466 foot-kips, and total transverse moments
-10,000 foot-kips. What is the transverse location of the
missing load?
A: 36.67 feet
B: 0.56 foot
C: -0.55 foot
D: -36.67 feet
4127: While loaded as shown in the DEEP DRILLER Sample Load Form
#3 (Preparing to Drill), all of the casing is discharged.
What is the change in LCG?
A: 0.45 foot
B: -0.45 foot
C: -1.78 feet
D: -2.68 feet
4131: While loaded as shown in the DEEP DRILLER Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling), a severe storm threatens. What is the
improvement in KGL if all the mud is dumped?
A: 4.59 feet
B: 3.27 feet
C: 2.37 feet
D: 1.60 feet
4133: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#3 (Preparing to Drill). According to the deck load graph,
how much additional deck load could be added to the unit?
A: 526.87 long tons
B: 276.87 long tons
C: 241.50 long tons
D: 189.51 long tons
4135: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling). According to the deck load graph, how much
additional deck load could be added on the unit?
A: 561.87 long tons
B: 461.87 long tons
C: 281.34 long tons
D: 192.59 long tons
4137: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). According to the deck load graph, how much
additional deck load could be added on the unit?
A: 435.59 long tons
B: 321.59 long tons
C: 281.59 long tons
D: 192.59 long tons
4138: Multiple fire pumps may be used for other purposes provided
that one pump is _____________________.
A: on line to the fire main
B: kept available for use on the fire main at all times
C: capable of being connected to the fire main
D: rated at or above 125 psi
4141: How much additional solid weight could be loaded at a VCG of
189.7 feet on the DEEP DRILLER while loaded as shown in the
Sample Load Form #4 (Drilling)? Assume ballast added or
discharged to maintain draft is done so at 15 feet above the
baseline.
A: 279.2 long tons
B: 314.2 long tons
C: 404.2 long tons
D: 461.9 long tons
4142: You are underway at sea when a fire is reported in the
forward part of the vessel. The wind is from dead ahead at
20 knots. You should _________________________.
A: change course and put the stern to the wind
B: change course to put the wind on either beam and increase
speed
C: remain on course and hold speed
D: remain on course but decrease speed
4143: While loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), all of the liquid mud is dumped. What
would be the new draft?
A: 56.69 feet
B: 58.14 feet
C: 59.14 feet
D: 63.31 feet
4151: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#3 (Preparing to Drill). If the liquid mud in mud pit
#1 (see table 8) is dumped, what would be the new draft?
A: 60 feet 9.6 inches
B: 59 feet 9.3 inches
C: 59 feet 2.7 inches
D: 56 feet 10.9 inches
4153: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #3 (Preparing to Drill). If all the liquid mud
(see table 8) is dumped, what would be the new draft?
A: 60 feet 9.6 inches
B: 59 feet 2.7 inches
C: 57 feet 11.5 inches
D: 56 feet 10.9 inches
4155: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the sample
Load Form #3 (Preparing to Drill). If the liquid mud in mud
pit #4 (see table 8) is dumped, what would be the new
uncorrected height of the center of gravity?
A: 50.72 feet
B: 51.25 feet
C: 51.87 feet
D: 53.22 feet
4157: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #3 (Preparing to Drill). If the liquid mud in mud pit
#4 (see table 8) is dumped, what would be the new height of
the center of gravity corrected for longitudinal free
surface effects?
A: 50.29 feet
B: 53.55 feet
C: 53.92 feet
D: 54.24 feet
4161: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #3
(Preparing to Drill). If the liquid mud in mud pit #4
(see table 8) is dumped, what would be the new height of the
center of gravity corrected for transverse free surface
effects?
A: 51.50 feet
B: 52.54 feet
C: 52.88 feet
D: 53.54 feet
4165: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #3 (Preparing to Drill). If all the liquid mud (see
table 8) is dumped, what would be the new height of the
transverse metacenter?
A: 61.19 feet
B: 62.80 feet
C: 62.99 feet
D: 62.94 feet
4167: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
form #3 (Preparing to Drill). If all the liquid mud (see
table 8) is dumped, what would be the new metacentric height
corrected for transverse free surface effects?
A: 11.26 feet
B: 10.07 feet
C: 9.67 feet
D: 8.30 feet
4171: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load form
#3 (Preparing to Drill). If the liquid mud in mud pit #4
(see table 8) is dumped, what would be the new metacentric
height corrected for longitudinal free surface effects?
A: 10.07 feet
B: 8.80 feet
C: 7.59 feet
D: 5.45 feet
4173: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling), discharges all the cement in the P-Tanks.
See Table 7. What is the change in KG?
A: 0.24 foot downward
B: 0.49 foot downward
C: 0.88 foot downward
D: 1.02 feet downward
4174: Each EPIRB shall be tested using the integrated test circuit
and output indicator every ___________.
A: week
B: two weeks
C: month
D: quarter
4175: How much non-liquid deck load can the DEEP DRILLER, loaded
as shown in the sample Load Form #4 (Drilling), accept if
the weight is placed at a VCG of 130 feet? Ballast added or
discharged to maintain draft at 60 feet is done so at 10
feet.
A: 461.9 long tons
B: 457.5 long tons
C: 388.8 long tons
D: 323.1 long tons
4177: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#4 (Drilling). What would be the weight of the mud in pit
#4 if the sounding level changed to 6 feet and the mud
weight decreased from 16 to 14 pounds/gallon?
A: 70.00 long tons
B: 84.17 long tons
C: 93.34 long tons
D: 106.67 long tons
4178: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 229.8 ft
B: 234.3 ft
C: 244.6 ft
D: 253.5 ft
4181: The DEEP DRILLER is operating at a draft of 60 feet.
There is 11.5 feet of drill water in each of the drill
water tanks (5P and 5S). What would be the improvement in
KGL if 5S is filled from 5P?
A: 0.56 foot
B: 0.49 foot
C: 0.18 foot
D: 0.08 foot
4183: What is the shift in KG if all the liquid mud is dumped
when the DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
#3 (Preparing to Drill)?
A: 1.26 feet downward
B: 1.51 feet downward
C: 2.77 feet downward
D: 1.47 feet downward
4187: The DEEP DRILLER is drilling at 60 feet draft at a corrected
KG of 54.0 feet. Ballast added or discharged to remain at a
constant draft is at a VCG of 10 feet. How much non-liquid
load would have to be removed from an average height of 130
feet above the keel to meet the maximum allowable KG at a
draft of 60 feet for winds greater than 70 knots?
A: 1283 long tons
B: 817 long tons
C: 679 long tons
D: 302 long tons
4191: The DEEP DRILLER is planning to operate while loaded as
shown in the Sample Load Form #3 ( Preparing to Drill).
What is the margin between KGT and maximum allowable KG?
A: 0.66 foot
B: 2.58 feet
C: 5.24 feet
D: 7.87 feet
4193: While going on location in 250 feet water depth when the
pitch angle of the COASTAL DRILLER is 2 degrees, the single
amplitude pitch period should be longer than ___________.
A: 0.2 second
B: 0.4 second
C: 4.9 seconds
D: 13.9 seconds
4195: The motions of the COASTAL DRILLER during a normal transit
when wind speeds are less than 70 knots are limited by ____.
A: stability
B: deck edge immersion
C: wave heights
D: leg strength
4197: While in 150 feet water depth when the pitch angle of the
COASTAL DRILLER is 2 degrees, the platform roll period for
going on location should be longer than _______.
A: 0.5 second
B: 5.0 seconds
C: 10.0 seconds
D: 13.5 seconds
4201: While in 150 feet water depth when the pitch angle of the
COASTAL DRILLER is 1 degree, the platform pitch period for
going on location should be longer than _______.
A: 0.2 second
B: 3.2 seconds
C: 7.0 seconds
D: 9.2 seconds
4203: While going on location in 200 feet water depth when the
roll angle of the COASTAL DRILLER is 2.5 degrees, the roll
period should be longer than _______________.
A: 0.8 second
B: 6.2 seconds
C: 13.0 seconds
D: 17.0 seconds
4205: While in 150 feet water depth when the single amplitude roll
angle of the COASTAL DRILLER is 2 degrees, the safe platform
roll period for going on location should be longer than ___.
A: 0.5 second
B: 5.0 seconds
C: 10.0 seconds
D: 13.5 seconds
4207: While in 150 feet water depth when the single amplitude roll
angle of the COASTAL DRILLER is 1 degree, the safe platform
roll period for going on location should be longer than ___.
A: 0.2 second
B: 3.2 seconds
C: 7.0 seconds
D: 9.2 seconds
4211: The COASTAL DRILLER, while in normal transit, experiences
a single amplitude roll of 6 degrees. What is the minimum
roll period which does not exceed design limits of the legs?
A: 10.5 seconds
B: 8.0 seconds
C: 4.5 seconds
D: 1.0 second
4213: While in ocean transit, the COASTAL DRILLER has a roll
period of four seconds. What would be the largest angle
each side of vertical that does not exceed the design limit
of the legs?
A: 6.3 degrees
B: 5.0 degrees
C: 3.5 degrees
D: 2.0 degrees
4215: A mat-type jackup drilling unit is the best selection for
___________.
A: soft mud bottoms
B: uneven bottoms
C: deep water
D: hard bottoms
4217: A mat-supported jackup is best suited for drilling in
locations with bottom conditions which are ____________.
A: soft and level
B: firm and uneven
C: sloping
D: coral
4221: Considering the changes to lightweight shown in section
5 of the COASTAL DRILLER Manual, the maximum allowable
combination of hook, rotary, and setback load for the
COASTAL DRILLER with the rotary located 34 feet aft of
the transom and two feet to port of the centerline is _____.
A: 1000 kips
B: 875 kips
C: 854 kips
D: 755 kips
4222: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has the liquid loading shown. Use
the white pages of The Stability Data Reference Book to
determine the LCG-FP of the liquid load.
A: 273.5 ft
B: 288.8 ft
C: 292.3 ft
D: 305.3 ft
4223: On the COASTAL DRILLER, the maximum aft extension of
the cantilever places the rotary __________.
A: 68.33 feet aft of the transom
B: 40.00 feet aft of the transom
C: 38.33 feet aft of the transom
D: 28.33 feet aft of the transom
4225: The maximum transverse extension of the cantilever for the
COASTAL DRILLER places the rotary _________.
A: within 10 feet of the centerline
B: at the vessel TCG
C: at the leg centroid
D: 40 feet aft of the transom
4227: What is the maximum weight that can be placed in the
setback area on the COASTAL DRILLER?
A: 1000 kips
B: 750 kips
C: 450 kips
D: 375 kips
4233: Considering the changes to lightweight shown in Section 5
of the COASTAL DRILLER Manual, with the rotary 36 feet aft
of the transom and 4 feet to port of the centerline, and
with 300 kips in the setback, the maximum hook load is
limited to ______________.
A: 870 kips
B: 635 kips
C: 335 kips
D: 314 kips
4235: Until a change to lightweight has been approved, the
weights and moments shown in the Changes to Lightweight
Record of the COASTAL DRILLER are treated as _______.
A: variable loads
B: stationary loads
C: fixed loads
D: basic loads
4237: The Cantilever Beam Load Chart for the COASTAL DRILLER shows
the limits in the hook setback conductor tension, and _____.
A: wind loads
B: wave loads
C: current loads
D: rotary loads
4241: The COASTAL DRILLER is elevated in 250 feet of water,
experiencing 2 knots current and 70 knot winds. With a
maximum leg reaction of 5,760 kips, the maximum wave height
for drilling is ____________.
A: 15 feet
B: 20 feet
C: 25 feet
D: 30 feet
4242: A certificated lifeboatman assigned to command the lifeboat
should _________________.
A: be the first individual to board the craft
B: drain the hydraulic pressure before lowering the craft
C: have a list of the persons assigned to the lifeboat
D: All of the above
4243: The Cantilever Beam Load Chart for the COASTAL DRILLER shows
the load limits in the hook, setback, conductor tension,
and _______.
A: wind loads
B: wave loads
C: pipe rack loads
D: rotary loads
4245: The maximum load line draft for the COASTAL DRILLER is ____.
A: 12 feet 8 inches
B: 11 feet 7.2 inches
C: 10 feet 10.5 inches
D: 10 feet 8.8 inches
4246: Radiation spreads a fire by ___________.
A: transferring heat across an unobstructed space
B: heated gases flowing through ventilation systems
C: burning liquids flowing into another space
D: transmitting the heat of a fire through the ship's metal
4247: The maximum combined drilling load for the COASTAL DRILLER
consisting of the combined hook, rotary, setback, and
conductor tension, shall not exceed __________________.
A: 450 kips
B: 500 kips
C: 750 kips
D: 1000 kips
4251: What are the maximum acceptable levels of ice and snow
accumulations on the COASTAL DRILLER?
A: 3 inches
B: 2 inches
C: 1 1/4 inches
D: none
4253: What is the maximum weight permitted on the cantilever pipe
racks for the COASTAL DRILLER?
A: 450 kips
B: 500 kips
C: 750 kips
D: 1000 kips
4255: What is the maximum permitted hook load for the COASTAL
DRILLER when 450 kips are in the setback and no other loads
are on the cantilever?
A: 450 kips
B: 529 kips
C: 550 kips
D: 750 kips
4256: The S.S. AMERICAN RANGER has drafts of: FWD 28'-00",
AFT 30'-04". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 110.8 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 28'-08.6", AFT 29'-11.6"
B: FWD 28'-09.2", AFT 29' 11.0"
C: FWD 28'-09.8", AFT 29' 10.4"
D: FWD 28'-10.4", AFT 29' 09.8"
4257: Considering the lightweight changes to the COASTAL DRILLER,
what is the maximum permitted hook load permitted when 450
kips are in the setback and 200 kips are in the cantilever
pipe rack?
A: 350 kips
B: 529 kips
C: 550 kips
D: 750 kips
4258: Dacron sails, when not in use, may be damaged if __________.
A: left in the sunlight
B: stowed wet
C: washed with soap
D: folded frequently
4261: The rotary of the COASTAL DRILLER is located 34 feet aft
of the transom and 2 feet to port of the centerline.
With the changes to lightweight shown in the Operating
Manual, the maximum allowable hook load is ______.
A: 1000 kips
B: 875 kips
C: 854 kips
D: 776 kips
4263: The rotary of the COASTAL DRILLER is located 38 feet aft of
transom and 6 feet to starboard of the centerline. With
the changes to lightweight shown in the Operating Manual,
the maximum allowable hook load is ______.
A: 1000 kips
B: 445 kips
C: 424 kips
D: 346 kips
4265: The rotary of the COASTAL DRILLER is located 36 feet aft of
the transom and 6 feet to starboard of the centerline. The
hook load is 300 kips. Considering the changes to
lightweight shown in the Operating Manual, the maximum
amount of setback is ____________.
A: 545 kips
B: 450 kips
C: 245 kips
D: 224 kips
4267: For the COASTAL DRILLER, what is the maximum rotary load
that can be used when the rotary has been extended 40 feet
aft of the transom?
A: 750 kips
B: 630 kips
C: 609 kips
D: 531 kips
4273: The overturning forces acting on a floating jackup are
generally dominated by _______________.
A: waves
B: current
C: wind
D: tide
4275: The independent-leg drilling unit is the best jackup rig
selection for drilling at locations with ________________.
A: soft even bottoms
B: firm uneven bottoms
C: deep water
D: shallow water
4277: Drilling loads on the COASTAL DRILLER are the combined
loads arising from conductor tension, rotary, hook,
and _____________.
A: fixed loads
B: setback loads
C: basic loads
D: variable loads
4281: The maximum allowable KG for the COASTAL DRILLER in normal
transit at a draft of 10.5 feet is ______________.
A: 40 feet
B: 45 feet
C: 55 feet
D: 65 feet
4283: When underway at a draft of 10.5 feet in a severe storm,
the COASTAL DRILLER has a maximum allowed KG of _______.
A: 40 feet
B: 50 feet
C: 55 feet
D: 65 feet
4285: During an ocean tow when the winds are less than 70 knots,
the maximum allowable KG for the COASTAL DRILLER is ______.
A: 38.75 feet
B: 42.00 feet
C: 44.00 feet
D: 65.00 feet
4287: While in ocean transit at a draft of 10 feet, the Coastal
Driller has a maximum allowed KG of ___________.
A: 42 feet
B: 44 feet
C: 65 feet
D: 70 feet
4291: While the COASTAL DRILLER is in transit, stability is
acceptable provided that neither the KGL nor the KGT exceed
_______________.
A: the height of the righting arm
B: KML or KMT
C: GML or GMT
D: maximum allowable KG
4293: Preloading tests the soil to the vertical leg reaction that
would be imposed by ____________________.
A: static forced and drilling loads
B: a severe storm
C: the design storm
D: environmental forces
4295: The COASTAL DRILLER, in transit with winds expected to
exceed 70 knots, must lower the legs so that the can tips
are ________________.
A: 60.5 feet below the hull
B: 48.5 feet below the hull
C: 11.6 feet below the hull
D: 1.2 feet below the hull
4297: The COASTAL DRILLER is in ocean transit in which the winds
are not expected to exceed 70 knots. In order to meet the
leg strength requirements, the tip of can (TOC) position
should be at _______.
A: 0.00 feet (flush with bottom of hull)
B: 1.20 feet
C: 12.38 feet
D: 60.50 feet
4301: When leveling the elevated COASTAL DRILLER, you may raise
the low corner instead of lowering the high corner _______.
A: in all cases, it is optional
B: if lowering the high corner places the unit in the wave
action
C: if proper air gap has been exceeded
D: if a potential punch-through threatens
4302: The Master shall insure that each deck from which lifeboats
are launched is ________________.
A: surfaced with a nonskid texture
B: roped off to prevent unnecessary access
C: kept clear of any obstructions that would interfere with
launching
D: posted with a list of persons assigned to the lifeboat
4303: During a long ocean tow of a jackup the clearance in the
upper guide should be reduced to zero to restrain the leg
and eliminate the impact loads from dynamic responses.
This is best done by _________________.
A: lowering the spud cans below the hull
B: raising the spud cans into hull recesses
C: tapering the upper guides and building up the teeth
D: remove certain lengths of leg
4305: The COASTAL DRILLER is experiencing a single amplitude roll
angle of 3 degrees and a roll period of 10 seconds. What is
the maximum water depth that can be used for going on
location?
A: 45 feet
B: 95 feet
C: 145 feet
D: 245 feet
4307: To what distance below the hull must the legs of the COASTAL
DRILLER be lowered in order to meet the stability and
leg strength requirements during the wind speeds greater
than 70 knots?
A: 0.0 feet
B: 1.2 feet
C: 25.0 feet
D: 60.5 feet
4311: The COASTAL DRILLER, in transit with winds expected to
exceed 70 knots, must lower the legs to 60.5 feet below
the hull in order to meet the requirements for stability
and ____________.
A: leg strength
B: variable load
C: environmental load
D: load line
4312: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 1.30 feet
B: 1.17 foot
C: 1.06 foot
D: 0.91 foot
4313: The COASTAL DRILLER, in transit with winds expected to
exceed 70 knots, must lower the legs to 60.5 feet below the
hull in order to meet the requirements for leg strength
and _______________.
A: stability
B: variable load
C: environmental load
D: load line
4315: Curve A in the Design Limits of Legs Chart of the Coastal
Driller Operating Manual, shows the operating limits during
severe storm conditions during transit based on __________.
A: stability and leg strength
B: variable load
C: environmental load
D: load line
4317: Curve B in the Design Limits of Legs Chart of the Coastal
Driller Operating Manual, shows the operating limits during
normal transit based on ______________.
A: leg strength
B: variable load
C: environmental load
D: load line
4321: Sea water temporarily pumped into tanks to simulate the
increased vertical loading of environmental forces is
termed __________.
A: preload
B: liquid variable load
C: fixed load
D: basic load
4323: Guide tolerances during elevation of the jackup rig will
____________.
A: reduce spud can bearing pressure
B: keep the unit level and reduce overloading
C: reduce stresses on the hull
D: minimize the potential for punch-through
4325: Lowering the hull of the COASTAL DRILLER and refloating
should be done in favorable weather conditions with wave
heights not more than _______.
A: three feet
B: four feet
C: five feet
D: six feet
4326: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 4850 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 279.84 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 267.7 feet
B: LCG-FP 268.4 feet
C: LCG-FP 269.2 feet
D: LCG-FP 270.6 feet
4331: On the COASTAL DRILLER, a noticeable increase in the level
indicator while extracting the legs from the soil indicates
_______________.
A: the legs are free
B: one or two legs are stuck
C: a punch-through is occurring
D: the legs are being extracted through a punch-through soil
layer
4333: The COASTAL DRILLER is experiencing a single amplitude roll
angle of 2 degrees and a roll period of 10 seconds. What is
the maximum recommended water depth for elevating?
A: 50 feet
B: 100 feet
C: 150 feet
D: 200 feet
4334: What is the function of an air receiver in the compressed
air system?
A: Condenses moisture
B: Provides overpressure protection
C: Purifies the air
D: Acts as an accumulator
4335: The COASTAL DRILLER is experiencing a single amplitude roll
angle of 1 degree and a roll period of 7 seconds. What is
the maximum recommended water depth for elevating?
A: 50 feet
B: 100 feet
C: 150 feet
D: 200 feet
4336: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 5486 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 277.84 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 271.2 feet
B: LCG-FP 272.1 feet
C: LCG-FP 273.6 feet
D: LCG-FP 274.6 feet
4337: The COASTAL DRILLER, following discharge of preload,
should _______.
A: leave dump valves open
B: close all dump valves
C: remove dump valves
D: replace dump valves
4341: The COASTAL DRILLER is elevated to an air gap of 25 feet in
250 feet of water. The current is 2 knots and the waves
are 30 feet. The maximum leg reaction is 6,120 kips. What
is the maximum wind for drilling operations?
A: 100 knots
B: 70 knots
C: 60 knots
D: 40 knots
4345: What information must be available to use the Allowable
Wind and Wave Charts for the COASTAL DRILLER?
A: Soil conditions
B: Overturning moment
C: Water depth
D: Specific gravity of the sea water
4346: The EPIRB on board your vessel is required to be tested
________.
A: weekly
B: monthly
C: quarterly
D: yearly
4347: In using the Allowable Wind and Wave Charts for the COASTAL
DRILLER, leg penetration is assumed to be less than ______.
A: 55 feet
B: 45 feet
C: 35 feet
D: 25 feet
4355: If the maximum leg penetration of the COASTAL DRILLER is
75 feet, the water depth value in the Allowable Wind and
Wave Charts must be increased by ________________.
A: 75 feet
B: 50 feet
C: 25 feet
D: 0 feet
4357: In using the Allowable Wind and Wave Charts for the COASTAL
DRILLER, which of the three leg reactions is required?
A: Minimum
B: Average
C: Highest
D: Preloaded value
4361: On the COASTAL DRILLER, hook load includes the weight of
the _________.
A: setback load
B: rotary load
C: conductor tension
D: drill string
4362: The free surface effects of a partially full tank in a
vessel increase with the ___________.
A: surface area of the fluid in the tank
B: displacement volume of the vessel
C: draft of the vessel
D: height of the tank above the keel
4363: Scouring is the result of ___________________________.
A: interruption of the normal current flow by the footing
B: elevating in mud-slide zones
C: penetrating rapidly through a hard crust into weaker soils
D: extracting legs from soils with high cohesion
4371: Where the seabed consists of sand or silt, the most
severe potential problem for an independent-leg jackup can
result from ______.
A: scour
B: penetration
C: marine growth
D: insufficient preload
4373: In comparison to electric power, hydraulic power for
jacking systems has the advantage of _______.
A: better control capabilities
B: less maintenance and repair
C: fewer personnel needed during jacking
D: less preload needed
4375: On the COASTAL DRILLER, what is NOT considered a drilling
load?
A: Hook load
B: Cantilever pipe rack
C: Conductor tension
D: Setback
4377: The elevating system of the COASTAL DRILLER is normally
limited to ________.
A: 14,158 kips
B: 14,400 kips
C: 17,280 kips
D: 21,297 kips
4383: In an emergency, the jacking system on the COASTAL DRILLER
is capable of elevating the unit with a loading of _______.
A: 14,158 kips
B: 14,400 kips
C: 17,280 kips
D: 21,297 kips
4385: While elevated as shown in Sample Load Form #3 (Drilling),
winds are 57 knots and current is 2 knots. What is the
maximum wave height allowed for drilling?
A: 30 feet
B: 33 feet
C: 35 feet
D: 40 feet
4387: The COASTAL DRILLER is elevated in 192 feet of water. Leg
penetration is 83 feet. The maximum leg reaction is 5,940
kips. The waves are 30 feet and the current is 2 knots.
What is the maximum wind for drilling?
A: 45 knots
B: 50 knots
C: 57 knots
D: 62 knots
4391: Which data is NOT used in the Allowable Wind and Wave Charts
for the COASTAL DRILLER?
A: Leg penetration
B: Wave height
C: Total weight
D: Current
4393: Environmental loading consists of the forces caused by wind,
waves, and __________.
A: drilling
B: soil reactions
C: temperature
D: current
4397: What maximum wind velocity is assumed when determining the
limits of elevated service for the COASTAL DRILLER?
A: 100 knots
B: 70 knots
C: 50 knots
D: It varies with the Allowable Wind and Wave charts.
4401: Use of air gaps in excess of that stated in the Limits of
Elevated Service for the COASTAL DRILLER could result
in ______________.
A: the hull being in the storm wave zone
B: increased overturning moments
C: reduced exposed area
D: increased static leg loading
4402: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 6584 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 277.84 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 271.2 feet
B: LCG-FP 272.1 feet
C: LCG-FP 273.6 feet
D: LCG-FP 274.6 feet
4403: Scouring usually occurs with soils such as _________.
A: clay
B: sand
C: coral
D: mud
4404: The letter and number symbols, such as B-II, used to
classify portable fire extinguishers indicate the _________.
A: class of fire and size of the extinguisher
B: class of fire and location aboard vessel
C: extinguishing agent and relative size of the extinguisher
D: extinguishing agent and location aboard vessel
4405: Leg penetration to depths which require pullout forces
greater than that which can be supplied by the buoyancy of
the hull may exist in ________________.
A: soft mud
B: sand
C: silt
D: soft to firm clays
4411: While the COASTAL DRILLER is in a normal transit, the roll
period is 9 seconds. What is the limiting angle of roll
which does not exceed the design limits of the legs?
4413: The COASTAL DRILLER, while in a normal transit, experiences
single amplitude rolling of three degrees. What is the
minimum period of roll which does not exceed the design
limits of the legs?
A: 1.5 seconds
B: 3.0 seconds
C: 5.5 seconds
D: 7.0 seconds
4415: While in ocean transit, the COASTAL DRILLER has a roll
period of 9 seconds. What is the largest angle each side of
vertical that does not exceed the design limits of the legs
in good weather?
A: 14²
B: 11²
C: 9²
D: 7²
4416: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine
indicating that a torpedo has been fired in a training
exercise is ___________.
A: white
B: yellow
C: red
D: green
4417: The COASTAL DRILLER, while in an ocean transit, experiences
a single amplitude roll of 8 degrees. What is the minimum
period of motion which does not exceed the design limits of
the legs?
A: 10 seconds
B: 8 seconds
C: 6 seconds
D: 4 seconds
4421: While the COASTAL DRILLER is in normal transit, the roll
period is 8 seconds. What would be the limiting angle of
pitch which does not exceed the design limits of the legs?
4423: While in ocean transit, the COASTAL DRILLER experiences a
single amplitude roll of 5 degrees. What is the minimum
roll period that does not exceed the design limits of the
legs?
A: 2.7 seconds
B: 4.0 seconds
C: 6.5 seconds
D: 7.2 seconds
4435: The COASTAL DRILLER has sufficient reserve stability to
overcome damage due to flooding of any one watertight
compartment in winds to ________.
A: 36 knots
B: 50 knots
C: 70 knots
D: 100 knots
4447: When a helicopter is lifting personnel from a survival
craft, the other individuals in the craft should ________.
A: enter the water in case the person being lifted slips from
the sling
B: stand on the outside of the craft to assist the person being
lifted
C: remove their life preservers to prepare for their transfer
to the helicopter
D: remain seated inside the craft to provide body weight for
stability
4453: When transferring survivors from a survival craft to a
rescue vessel, personnel on board the craft should ______.
A: remove their life preservers to make it easier to climb on
board the rescue vessel
B: climb on top of the survival craft while waiting for their
turn to transfer to the rescue vessel
C: remain seated inside the survival craft and make the
transfer one person at a time
D: enter the water and swim over to the rescue vessel
4455: What is the primary advantage of a davit-launched life raft
in comparison to an inflatable life raft?
A: The davit-launched life raft is easier to maintain.
B: The davit-launched life raft is made of fire-retardant
material.
C: The davit-launched life raft has a built-in sprinkler
system for fire protection.
D: The davit-launched life raft enables personnel to enter the
raft without having to enter the water.
4457: Prior to entering a davit-launched life raft, you should
make sure that _________.
A: the life raft is well ventilated of excess carbon dioxide
B: all personnel have removed their life preservers to
facilitate boarding
C: the door flap has been cut away and stowed inside the raft
D: All of the above
4458: Any firefighting equipment that is carried in addition to
the minimum required must _________________.
A: meet the applicable standards
B: be marked as additional equipment
C: be stowed in a separate area
D: All of the above
4461: If you have to jump in the water when abandoning a MODU,
your legs should be _________.
A: spread apart as far as possible
B: held as tightly against your chest as possible
C: in a kneeling position
D: extended straight down and crossed at the ankles
4463: The COASTAL DRILLER's ability to meet the damage stability
criteria depends on maintaining a watertight integrity,
KGL and KGT less than maximum allowed, level attitude, and
displacement less than ________.
A: 11,777 kips
B: 13,158 kips
C: 14,158 kips
D: 17,280 kips
4465: The COASTAL DRILLER's ability to meet the damage stability
criteria depends on maintaining watertight integrity,
displacement less than 14,158 kips, level attitude, and KGT
and KGL less than ______________.
A: the height of the righting arm
B: the maximum allowed
C: GMT and GML
D: BMT and BML
4471: A severe storm threatens the COASTAL DRILLER, and a decision
is made to evacuate the unit. If practical, all
non-essential personnel should be off the unit in advance of
the storm's predicted arrival by ________.
A: 12 hours
B: 24 hours
C: 36 hours
D: 48 hours
4475: While the COASTAL DRILLER is elevated, the out-of-level
alarm indicates that hull inclination exceeds 0.3². What
should you do?
A: Raise the high corner.
B: Raise the low corner.
C: Raise unit to proper air gap and inspect for damage.
D: Confirm operation of out-of-level alarm.
4477: If you see someone fall overboard from a MODU, you should
___________.
A: immediately jump in the water to help the individual
B: call for help and keep the individual in sight
C: run to the radio room to send an emergency message
D: go to the control room for the distress flares
4481: The COASTAL DRILLER, with a draft of 10 feet 3 inches in
seawater, has a displacement of _______.
A: 13,011 kips
B: 13,336 kips
C: 13,445 kips
D: 14,637 kips
4483: The COASTAL DRILLER has a trim of 2.13 feet by the stern.
The draft in sea water at the forward draft marks is
observed to be 8.0 feet. The KML is ________________.
A: 286.27 feet
B: 299.09 feet
C: 316.67 feet
D: 355.42 feet
4484: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 6285 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 272.45 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 271.2 feet
B: LCG-FP 272.1 feet
C: LCG-FP 273.6 feet
D: LCG-FP 274.6 feet
4485: The COASTAL DRILLER has a trim of 2.13 feet by the stern.
The draft in sea water at the forward draft marks is
observed to be 8.0 feet. The KMT is ______________.
A: 153.73 feet
B: 160.42 feet
C: 179.41 feet
D: 203.97 feet
4486: The international body responsible for drafting the
convention prohibiting marine pollution (MARPOL) is the
_____________________.
A: Maritime Advisory Council
B: International Maritime Organization
C: International Association of Shipping
D: Association of Seafaring Nations
4487: Weights added or discharged at the center of flotation on
the COASTAL DRILLER while floating will change the _____.
A: list
B: trim
C: true mean draft
D: TPI
4491: The COASTAL DRILLER, with a displacement of 13,553 kips,
has a draft of _________________.
A: 10.5 feet
B: 11 feet 6 inches
C: 11 feet 2 inches
D: 10 feet 5 inches
4493: The COASTAL DRILLER, with a draft of 10 feet 6 inches, has
a displacement of ____________________.
A: 13,662 kips
B: 13,553 kips
C: 13,011 kips
D: 12,252 kips
4495: The COASTAL DRILLER is in transit at a draft of 10.5 feet.
It discharges 216.43 kips of weight. What is the new draft?
A: 10.7 feet
B: 10.3 feet
C: 10 feet 8 inches
D: 10 feet 4 inches
4497: The COASTAL DRILLER is in transit at the load line draft.
It discharges 279.93 kips of weight. The new draft is
_________________.
A: 10.88 feet
B: 10.8 feet
C: 10.0 feet
D: 10 feet 8 inches
4501: The COASTAL DRILLER is in transit at a draft of 10.0 feet.
It loads 216.43 kips of weight aboard. What is the new
draft?
A: 10.2 feet
B: 10 feet 2 inches
C: 10 feet 3 inches
D: 10 feet 4 inches
4503: The COASTAL DRILLER has a change of trim by the head of 2.0
feet. What is the change of draft at the forward draft
marks?
A: 0.66 feet
B: 1.00 feet
C: 1.33 feet
D: 2.00 feet
4505: The height of the longitudinal metacenter of the COASTAL
DRILLER at a displacement of 13,810 kips is ________.
A: 256.51 feet
B: 255.11 feet
C: 254.60 feet
D: 253.20 feet
4506: A Class S EPIRB is a ___________________.
A: submarine EPIRB
B: safety EPIRB
C: ship EPIRB
D: survival craft EPIRB
4507: The height of the transverse metacenter of the COASTAL
DRILLER at a displacement of 13,011 kips is _______.
A: 144.21 feet
B: 145.33 feet
C: 267.98 feet
D: 270.13 feet
4511: The height of the transverse metacenter of the Coastal
Driller at a displacement of 13,050 kips is _______.
A: 143.81 feet
B: 144.61 feet
C: 144.93 feet
D: 145.73 feet
4513: When the COASTAL DRILLER is level at a draft of 10.5 feet,
what is the value of the LCG?
A: 00.0 feet
B: 111.35 feet
C: 119.44 feet
D: 120.59 feet
4515: A survival craft being used to pick up a person who has
fallen overboard from a MODU should approach the person
________.
A: at a high rate of speed
B: under oars
C: against the wind
D: with the wind
4517: The longitudinal location of the center of flotation for
the COASTAL DRILLER has a value of _________________.
A: 207.33 feet AF0
B: 160.33 feet AF0
C: 119.44 feet AF0
D: 38.33 feet AF0
4521: While in transit at a draft of 10.5 feet, the COASTAL
DRILLER has a KGT of 60.0 feet. What is the GMT?
A: 139.92 feet
B: 138.89 feet
C: 79.92 feet
D: 78.89 feet
4523: The capacity of the COASTAL DRILLER preload tanks is _____.
A: 21,297.0 kips
B: 11,777.2 kips
C: 9,753.7 kips
D: 8,708.0 kips
4525: Preload tank 22B on the COASTAL DRILLER contains 5.0 feet
of preload. It is decided to complete filling the tank.
What is the TCG of the added liquid?
A: 65.60 feet
B: 65.74 feet
C: 65.77 feet
D: 65.83 feet
4527: The sounding for Drill Water Tank #18 for the Coastal
Driller is 1.25 feet. It is decided to fill the tank. What
is the vertical center of gravity for the added liquid?
A: 3.13 feet
B: 2.50 feet
C: 1.87 feet
D: 0.63 foot
4533: The sounding level of 17 lb. per gallon mud in mud pit 2S of
the COASTAL DRILLER is 7.75 feet. What are the longitudinal
moments for this mud?
A: 16,031 ft-kips
B: 16,342 ft-kips
C: 20,387 ft-kips
D: 20,781 ft-kips
4534: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 5577 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 275.55 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 271.2 feet
B: LCG-FP 272.1 feet
C: LCG-FP 273.6 feet
D: LCG-FP 274.6 feet
4535: The sounding level of 17 lb. per gallon mud in mud pit 2S of
the COASTAL DRILLER is 7.75 feet. What are the transverse
moments for this mud?
A: 896 ft-kips
B: 913 ft-kips
C: 1139 ft-kips
D: 1161 ft-kips
4537: What is the weight in long tons of 180 barrels of 15 pound
per gallon drilling mud?
A: 522.67 long tons
B: 50.63 long tons
C: 34.84 long tons
D: 3.38 long tons
4541: What is the weight in drill water tank #1 for the COASTAL
DRILLER, if the sounding in the tank is 8 feet 2 inches?
A: 202.16 kips
B: 204.60 kips
C: 206.87 kips
D: 209.34 kips
4543: What is the sounding in drill water tank #1 for the COASTAL
DRILLER, if the weight of drill water in the tank is 388.32
kips?
A: 14.5 feet
B: 15.0 feet
C: 15.5 feet
D: 16.0 feet
4545: What is the VCG of the drill water in the COASTAL DRILLER's
#1 Drill Water Tank, if the weight in the tank is 388.32
kips?
A: 7.25 feet
B: 7.50 feet
C: 7.75 feet
D: 8.00 feet
4546: Fire dampers prevent the spread of fire by __________.
A: direct contact
B: radiation
C: conduction
D: convection
4547: What are the vertical moments for 14.0 feet of drill water
in the COASTAL DRILLER's #1 drill water tank?
A: 2.455 ft-kips
B: 2.543 ft-kips
C: 2.725 ft-kips
D: 2.997 ft-kips
4551: What are the transverse moments for 10.5 feet of sea water
in preload tank #2 for the COASTAL DRILLER?
A: 15,044 kips
B: 12,123 kips
C: 5,468 kips
D: 2,732 kips
4553: What longitudinal moments are created when 379.97 kips of
fresh water is placed in the COASTAL DRILLER's #1 drill
water tank?
A: 1,729 ft-kips
B: 1,739 ft-kips
C: 1,749 ft-kips
D: 1,759 ft-kips
4555: The COASTAL DRILLER at a draft of 10.5 feet, transfers a
portion of the on board liquids from full drill water tank
#23 to empty drill water tank #24. What is the change in
the free surface correction?
A: 0.69 foot
B: 0.44 foot
C: 0.34 foot
D: 0.22 foot
4557: The sounding level of 12 lb. per gallon mud in mud pit 1S of
the COASTAL DRILLER is 5.5 feet. What is the weight of the
mud?
A: 104.53 kips
B: 114.37 kips
C: 116.45 kips
D: 127.41 kips
4561: The sounding level of 17 lb. per gallon mud in mud pit 2S of
the COASTAL DRILLER is 7.75 feet. What is the weight of the
mud?
A: 153.16 kips
B: 156.13 kips
C: 194.77 kips
D: 198.54 kips
4562: After you activate your emergency position indicating
radiobeacon, you should _____________.
A: turn it off for five minutes every half-hour
B: turn it off and on at five-minute intervals
C: turn it off during daylight hours
D: leave it on continuously
4563: While loaded as shown in the COASTAL DRILLER sample load
form #3 (drilling), 200 kips are discharged from 60 feet AF0
and 30 feet to starboard of the centerline. What is the
starboard leg reaction?
A: 4,271 kips
B: 5,393 kips
C: 5,410 kips
D: 5,571 kips
4565: The COASTAL DRILLER, elevated in 200 feet of water with 2
knots current, 30 foot waves, and wind speeds of 60 knots
may continue drilling if the maximum leg reaction is less
than ____________.
A: 5,700 kips
B: 5,790 kips
C: 5,870 kips
D: 5,990 kips
4567: When elevated, placing the LCG and TCG at the leg centroid
provides ____________________.
A: reduced scour rates
B: higher variable loading during preloading
C: higher drilling loads
D: equal leg reactions
4571: The COASTAL DRILLER, while elevated in 200 feet of water,
has 2 knots of current, 50 knots of wind, and 30 foot seas.
What is the maximum leg reaction for drilling?
A: 6,090 kips
B: 5,980 kips
C: 5,540 kips
D: 5,320 kips
4572: You are underway at sea. A fire is reported in the forward
part of the vessel. The wind is from dead ahead at 20
knots. You should _______________________.
A: remain on course and hold speed
B: change course and put the stern to the wind
C: change course to put the wind on either beam and increase
speed
D: remain on course but decrease speed
4573: The total leg load reactions on an independent leg,
self-elevating unit include static and ________.
A: environmental loading
B: variable loading
C: fixed loading
D: basic loading
4574: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 4824 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 277.45 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 267.7 feet
B: LCG-FP 268.4 feet
C: LCG-FP 269.2 feet
D: LCG-FP 270.6 feet
4575: What precaution should be taken when testing a line throwing
gun?
A: Wear asbestos gloves.
B: Fire it at an angle of approximately 90 degrees to the
horizon.
C: Never remove the line from the rocket.
D: All of the above
4577: When the COASTAL DRILLER is properly preloaded, each of the
leg reactions should be _______________.
A: 7,200 kips
B: 7,099 kips
C: 4,720 kips
D: 3,381 kips
4583: The COASTAL DRILLER, elevated in 150 feet of water with
0 knots current, 10 foot waves, and wind speeds of 70 knots
may continue drilling if the maximum leg reaction is less
than _______________.
A: 5,940 kips
B: 6,020 kips
C: 6,080 kips
D: 6,520 kips
4587: The COASTAL DRILLER, while drilling, has a total weight of
15,400 kips. The LCG is 120.00 feet AF0, and the TCG is
-0.5 feet to port of the centerline. What is the bow leg
reaction?
A: 4,737 kips
B: 4,916 kips
C: 5,063 kips
D: 5,145 kips
4591: The COASTAL DRILLER, elevated in 100 feet of water with 0
knots current, 30 foot waves, and wind speeds of 50 knots
may continue drilling if the maximum leg reaction is less
than ______________.
A: 6,180 kips
B: 6,320 kips
C: 6,440 kips
D: 6,520 kips
4593: The COASTAL DRILLER, while drilling, has a total weight of
15,400 kips. The LCG is 120.00 feet AF0, and the TCG is
-0.5 feet to port of the centerline. What is the port leg
reaction?
A: 5,063 kips
B: 5,104 kips
C: 5,233 kips
D: 5,345 kips
4594: In illustration DO16SA, a frapping line is indicated by
number _____.
4595: The COASTAL DRILLER, while drilling, has a total weight of
15,400 kips. The LCG is 120.00 feet AF0, and the TCG is
-0.5 foot to port of the centerline. What is the starboard
leg reaction?
A: 4,956 kips
B: 5,063 kips
C: 5,104 kips
D: 5,233 kips
4596: The Departure Report, required by vessels participating in
AMVER, must be sent ___________.
A: prior to departure
B: within 24 hours of departure
C: within 12 hours of departure
D: as soon as practicable on leaving port
4597: While loaded as shown in the COASTAL DRILLER Sample Load
Form #3 (Drilling), 236 kips are discharged from 80 feet
AF0 and 19.79 feet to port of the centerline. What is the
resulting starboard leg reaction?
A: 4,281 kips
B: 5,382 kips
C: 5,459 kips
D: 5,537 kips
4601: The COASTAL DRILLER is drilling while weighing 15,436 kips.
LM are 2,006,680 ft-kips, and TM are -7,718 ft-kips. What
is the port leg reaction?
A: 3,806 kips
B: 5,751 kips
C: 5,879 kips
D: 7,549 kips
4603: The COASTAL DRILLER is elevated while preparing for the
passage of a severe storm. With ideal loading, the static
loading on each of the three legs would be 4,715 kips.
However, the LCG is 121 feet AFO and TCG is 0.5 foot to
starboard of the centerline. By how many kips does the
starboard leg reaction exceed the ideal loading?
A: 00 kips
B: 32 kips
C: 149 kips
D: 181 kips
4605: How many independent bilge systems is the COASTAL DRILLER
equipped with?
4607: On the COASTAL DRILLER, the level of water in each of two
pump bilge pits is monitored by hydrostatic alarm switches
connected to a remote panel located in the _____________.
A: OIM's quarters
B: OIM's office
C: control house
D: SCR room
4611: On the COASTAL DRILLER, the level of water in each of two
pump bilge pits is monitored by ____________.
A: visual sight gages
B: low and high level alarms
C: hydrostatic alarm switches
D: OSS units (overflow sequence selector units)
4615: On the machinery deck of the COASTAL DRILLER, each
watertight compartment has at least one sump valve that can
be remotely operated from the __________________.
A: OIM's quarters
B: OIM's office
C: control house
D: bilge pit
4616: You are scheduled to load 4700 tons of cargo, 45 tons of
crew effects and stores and 323 tons of fuel. Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
vessel's mean draft in salt water.
A: 19'-00"
B: 19'-04"
C: 19'-09"
D: 20'-01"
4617: On the COASTAL DRILLER, in case one of the two bilge pits is
flooded, the other can operate through a(n)__________.
A: six-inch line connected to the independent isolation valves
to the sea chest
B: separate bilge discharge manifold
C: independent scavenger manifold
D: crossover arrangement
4621: On the COASTAL DRILLER, the start/stop station for the bilge
pumps is located ____________.
A: in the OIM's office
B: in the control house
C: near the bilge pits
D: in the MCC
4622: The S.S. AMERICAN RANGER has drafts of: FWD 26'-04",
AFT 28'-08". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 101 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 27'-00.6". AFT 28'-01.9"
B: FWD 27'-01.2", AFT 28'-02.5"
C: FWD 27'-01.8", AFT 28'-03.1"
D: FWD 27'-02.4", AFT 28'-03.7"
4623: On the COASTAL DRILLER, the bilge discharge is normally
through the ______________.
A: overboard discharge
B: dump valves
C: skimmer tank
D: sump valves
4625: The order to abandon a MODU should only be given by the
___________.
A: Offshore Installation Manager
B: Barge Engineer
C: Ballast Control Operator
D: Rig Safety Supervisor
4627: On the COASTAL DRILLER, except when pumping from a tank,
the bilge system valves should be _______.
A: cracked open
B: in the check-stop position
C: opened for draining
D: closed
4631: On the COASTAL DRILLER, in case the bilge discharge is oily,
the bilge water should be discharged through the _________.
A: overboard discharge
B: dump valves
C: skimmer tank
D: sump valves
4633: On the COASTAL DRILLER, when afloat, oily bilge discharge
should be pumped through the __________.
A: overboard discharge
B: dump valves
C: skimmer tanks
D: raw water header
4635: How much drill water is required for transfer between drill
water tanks #25 and #26 in order to correct the list of the
COASTAL DRILLER with total transverse moments of -6,800
ft-kips?
A: 200 kips from tank #26 to tank #25
B: 200 kips from tank #25 to tank #26
C: 100 kips from tank #26 to tank #25
D: 100 kips from tank #25 to tank #26
4636: By pulling on the line number 5 in illustration DO12SA, what
will be released?
A: Frapping line
B: Gripes
C: Tricing pendant
D: Lifeboat
4637: How much drill water should be transferred from tanks #23
and #24 to tank #1 to level the COASTAL DRILLER, in transit
at a draft of 10 feet 6 inches, if the total longitudinal
moments are 1,700,000 ft-kips?
A: 438 kips
B: 451 kips
C: 521 kips
D: 537 kips
4641: What is the change in longitudinal moments for the Coastal
Driller if 2.0 feet of drill water is transferred from a
full drill water tank #23 to an empty drill water tank #1?
A: 15,565 foot-kips increase
B: 7,585 foot-kips increase
C: 15,565 foot-kips decrease
D: 16,041 foot-kips decrease
4643: What is the change in longitudinal moments for the Coastal
Driller if 2.0 feet of drill water is transferred from a
full drill water tank #23 to an empty drill water tank #6?
A: 7,990 foot-kips increase
B: 7,990 foot-kips decrease
C: 8,502 foot-kips decrease
D: 16,041 foot-kips decrease
4644: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 7240 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 273.20 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 271.2 feet
B: LCG-FP 272.1 feet
C: LCG-FP 273.6 feet
D: LCG-FP 275.3 feet
4645: What is the change in the vertical moments (excluding free
surface effects) for the COASTAL DRILLER if 2.0 feet of
drill water is transferred from a full drill water tank #23
to an empty drill water tank #6?
A: 253 foot-kips
B: 56 foot-kips
C: -253 foot-kips
D: -411 foot-kips
4647: What is the increase in transverse moments for the Coastal
Driller if 2.0 feet of drill water is transferred from a
full drill water tank #23 to an empty drill water tank #6?
A: 4783 foot-kips
B: 3446 foot-kips
C: 2109 foot-kips
D: 1234 foot-kips
4651: If you wear extra clothing when entering the water after
abandoning a MODU it will ________.
A: weigh you down
B: preserve body heat
C: reduce your body heat
D: make it more difficult to breathe
4652: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 3245 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 272.20 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability
Data Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the
cargo.
A: LCG-FP 267.7 feet
B: LCG-FP 268.4 feet
C: LCG-FP 269.2 feet
D: LCG-FP 270.6 feet
4653: What is the increase in transverse free surface moments
for the COASTAL DRILLER if 2.0 feet of drill water is
transferred from a full drill water tank #23 to an empty
drill water tank #6?
A: 9,172 foot-kips
B: 3,914 foot-kips
C: 2,109 foot-kips
D: 932 foot-kips
4655: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the drill water in drill water tanks
#6 and #25 are discharged, what is the new draft?
A: 8.26 feet
B: 10.66 feet
C: 10.88 feet
D: 11.10 feet
4657: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the contents of the four bulk tanks
are back-loaded to a supply boat, what would be the new
draft?
A: 7.16 feet
B: 10.31 feet
C: 10.57 feet
D: 11.19 feet
4658: You are scheduled to load 3900 tons of cargo, 45 tons of
crew effects and stores and 259 tons of fuel. Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
vessel's mean draft in fresh water.
A: 18'-06"
B: 18'-02"
C: 17'-11"
D: 17'-08"
4661: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the contents of the #1 drill water
tank are discharged, what would be the new LCG?
A: 118.46 feet AF0
B: 119.44 feet AF0
C: 119.98 feet AF0
D: 120.42 feet AF0
4662: Most covered lifeboats will right themselves after capsizing
if the ________.
A: lower ballast tanks are filled with water
B: sea anchor is deployed to windward
C: fuel tanks are not less than half full
D: passengers are strapped to their seats
4663: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the contents of the #7 drill water
tank are discharged, what would be the new TCG?
A: -0.15 foot
B: 0.00 foot
C: 0.15 foot
D: 0.29 foot
4665: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the contents of #6 and #7 drill
water tanks are discharged, what would be the new VCG?
A: 47.21 feet
B: 47.69 feet
C: 48.41 feet
D: 49.16 feet
4667: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the contents of #6 and #7 drill
water tanks are discharged, what would be the new height of
the longitudinal metacenter?
A: 249.47 feet
B: 250.16 feet
C: 252.92 feet
D: 253.90 feet
4673: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the contents of #6 and #7 drill
water tanks are discharged, what is the new height of the
center of gravity corrected for longitudinal free surface
effects?
A: 48.41 feet
B: 49.16 feet
C: 50.79 feet
D: 51.40 feet
4677: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the contents of #6 and #7 drill
water tanks are discharged, what is the new height of the
center of gravity corrected for transverse free surface
effects?
A: 47.49 feet
B: 49.16 feet
C: 50.82 feet
D: 50.93 feet
4681: The COASTAL DRILLER is in transit loaded as shown in the
Sample Load Form #1 (Rig Move). What would be the new KGT
if, during the move, 170.9 kips of fuel oil is consumed from
Diesel Oil Tanks #13 and #14?
A: 48.98 feet
B: 50.08 feet
C: 50.70 feet
D: 51.21 feet
4683: What is the change in longitudinal moments for the Coastal
Driller if 2.5 feet of drill water is discharged from drill
water tank #23?
A: 1,671 ft-kips
B: -161 ft-kips
C: -4,708 ft-kips
D: -20,052 ft-kips
4685: What is the change in transverse moments for the Coastal
Driller if 2.5 feet of drill water is discharged from
drill water tank #23?
A: 1,671 ft-kips
B: -161 ft-kips
C: -1,800 ft-kips
D: -2,982 ft-kips
4687: What is the decrease in vertical moments for the Coastal
Driller if 2.5 feet of drill water is discharged from a full
drill water tank #23?
A: 3,464 ft-kips
B: 2,982 ft-kips
C: 482 ft-kips
D: 161 ft-kips
4691: The COASTAL DRILLER, with no list, is at a true mean draft
of 10 feet and 10 inches. LM is 1,699,463 ft-kips. Using
only tanks #1, #25, and #26, how many kips of drill water
must be transferred to level the jackup?
A: Transfer 106.2 kips aft from #1 to #25 and #26
B: Transfer 53.1 kips each from #25 and #26 forward to #1
C: Transfer 612 kips from #25 to #26
D: Vessel is level; no need to transfer
4693: The COASTAL DRILLER, with no trim, is at a true mean draft
of 10 feet and 10 inches. TM is -6,800 ft-kips. Using only
tanks #1, #25, and #26, how many kips of drill water must be
transferred to level the jackup?
A: Transfer 53.1 kips each from #25 and #26 forward to #1
B: Transfer 100 kips from #26 to #25
C: Transfer 200 kips from #25 to #26
D: Transfer 100 kips from #25 to #26
4697: A tank with a volume of 2,000 cubic feet is pressed with
fresh water weighing 62.4 pounds per cubic foot. What is
the weight, in kips, of the liquid?
A: 54.4 kips
B: 64.7 kips
C: 95.8 kips
D: 124.8 kips
4701: After you activate your emergency position indicating
radiobeacon, you should ________.
A: turn it off for five minutes every half-hour
B: turn it off and on at five-minute intervals
C: turn it off during daylight hours
D: leave it on continuously
4703: A jackup 210 feet in length is level during transit. The
LCF is 140 feet aft of the bow. How much weight should be
applied at the stern to re-level the jackup if 75 kips is
applied at the bow?
A: 50 kips
B: 75 kips
C: 100 kips
D: 150 kips
4705: What is the weight of 100 barrels of 17 pound per gallon
drilling mud?
A: 24.9 kips
B: 41.5 kips
C: 71.4 kips
D: 93.0 kips
4706: You are making a heavy lift with the jumbo boom. Your
vessel displaces 7940 T. The 45-ton weight is on the pier
and its center is 60' to starboard of the centerline. The
head of the boom is 110' above the base line and the center
of gravity of the lift when stowed on deck will be 50' above
the base line. As the jumbo boom takes the strain the ship
lists to 4.5ø. What is the GM with the cargo stowed?
A: 4.82
B: 4.64
C: 4.30
D: 3.97
4707: While loaded as shown in the COASTAL DRILLER sample load
form #3 (drilling), 50 kips of tubulars are discharged from
the cantilever starboard pipe racks. What is the change in
the vessel's LCG?
A: 0.23 foot forward
B: 0.40 foot forward
C: 0.64 foot forward
D: 1.02 feet forward
4711: While loaded as shown in the COASTAL DRILLER sample load
form #3 (drilling), 50 kips of tubulars are discharged from
the cantilever starboard pipe racks. What is the change in
the vessel's TCG?
A: 0.048 foot port
B: 0.048 foot starboard
C: 1.020 feet port
D: 1.020 feet starboard
4713: When the COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the sample
load form #3 (drilling), the hook load is placed in the
pipe racks. What would be the new variable load?
A: 2,381.0 kips
B: 3,381.0 kips
C: 3,658.8 kips
D: 4,381.0 kips
4715: Sea water remaining in the preload tanks of the COASTAL
DRILLER after the preload has been dumped shall be entered
in the load form as ______________.
A: basic load
B: fixed load
C: preload
D: liquid variable load
4716: What is the purpose of tricing pendants?
A: They have the same function as frapping lines.
B: They are safety lines for personnel inside the lifeboat.
C: They slow the descent of the lifeboat.
D: They hold the lifeboat alongside the embarkation deck.
4717: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the sample load
from #2 (preload). All of the preload is dumped with the
exception of 50 kips in preload tank #28. What is the new
LCG?
A: 119.11 feet AF0
B: 119.44 feet AF0
C: 119.68 feet AF0
D: 120.11 feet AF0
4718: The Departure Report, required by vessels participating in
AMVER, must be sent _____________.
A: prior to departure
B: as soon as practicable on leaving port
C: within 12 hours of departure
D: within 24 hours of departure
4723: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). What is the new trim angle if 500 kips
of weight are shifted aft 60 feet?
A: 2.02 degrees by the stern
B: 1.51 degrees by the stern
C: 0.98 degrees by the stern
D: 0.61 degrees by the stern
4725: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form
#3 (Rig Move). What would be the new sum of vertical
moments for the liquid variables if the entire contents of
tank #20 are transferred to tank #13?
A: 2,365 ft-kips
B: 2,244 ft-kips
C: 2,195 ft-kips
D: 170 ft-kips
4727: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form
#3 (Drilling). What would be the new sum of longitudinal
moments for the liquid variables if the entire contents of
tank #19 are transferred to tank #13?
A: 12,344 ft-kips
B: 173,493 ft-kips
C: 181,174 ft-kips
D: 1,929,523 ft-kips
4733: In the COASTAL DRILLER, LCG is obtained from the sum of the
longitudinal moments by _________.
A: adding the sum of the weights
B: subtracting the sum of the weights
C: multiplying by the sum of the weights
D: dividing by the sum of the weights
4734: Seawater may be used for drinking ______________________.
A: if gathered during or immediately after a hard rain
B: at a maximum rate of two ounces per day
C: under no conditions
D: after mixing with an equal quantity of fresh water
4735: In the COASTAL DRILLER, TCG is obtained from the sum of the
transverse moments by _________.
A: adding the sum of the weights
B: subtracting the sum of the weights
C: multiplying by the sum of the weights
D: dividing by the sum of the weights
4737: In the COASTAL DRILLER, VCG is obtained from the sum of the
vertical moments by __________.
A: adding the sum of the weights
B: subtracting the sum of the weights
C: multiplying by the sum of the weights
D: dividing by the sum of the weights
4741: The COASTAL DRILLER is observed to be level at a draft of 10
feet 6 inches. At the same time, the calculated load form
shows the displacement to be 13,445 kips. What is the
weight of the missing load?
A: 46 kips
B: 84 kips
C: 189 kips
D: 217 kips
4742: You are scheduled to load 4700 tons of cargo, 45 tons of
crew effects and stores and 323 tons of fuel. Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
vessel's mean draft in fresh water.
A: 19'-00"
B: 19'-03"
C: 19'-07"
D: 20'-01"
4743: The COASTAL DRILLER is observed to be level at a draft
of 10 feet 6 inches. At the same time, the calculated load
form shows the displacement to be 13,445 kips, total
longitudinal moments 1,613,466 foot-kips, and total
transverse moments -10,000 foot-kips. What is the
longitudinal location of the missing load?
A: 46 feet AFO
B: 84 feet AFO
C: 189 feet AFO
D: 217 feet AFO
4744: The lever shown in illustration DO13SA is operated when the
lifeboat is __________.
A: in the secured position
B: at the embarkation deck
C: being lowered to sea level
D: waterborne
4745: While loaded as shown in the COASTAL DRILLER sample load
form #3 (drilling), all of the casing is discharged. What
is the change in LCG?
A: 1.98 feet forward
B: 1.95 feet forward
C: 0.02 foot forward
D: 0.02 foot aft
4746: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 1.30 feet
B: 1.07 foot
C: 0.96 foot
D: 0.82 foot
4747: The COASTAL DRILLER is observed to be level at a draft of
10 feet 6 inches. At the same time, the calculated load
form shows the displacement to be 13,445 kips, total
longitudinal moments 1,613,466 foot-kips, and total
transverse moments -10,000 foot-kips. What is the
transverse location of the missing load?
A: 46 feet port of the centerline
B: 46 feet starboard of the centerline
C: 84 feet port of the centerline
D: 84 feet starboard of the centerline
4748: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 3885 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 278.45 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 267.7 feet
B: LCG-FP 268.4 feet
C: LCG-FP 269.2 feet
D: LCG-FP 270.6 feet
4751: Because there is a possibility of fuel oil being discharged
overboard from a full fuel oil tank, it is decided to
transfer 25 kips from tank #14 to tank #20. See COASTAL
DRILLER Sample Load Form #1 (Rig Move). What would be the
change in longitudinal moments with this transfer?
A: 565 ft-kips
B: 900 ft-kips
C: 2603 ft-kips
D: 3168 ft-kips
4753: Because there is a possibility of fuel oil being discharged
overboard from a full fuel oil tank, it is decided to
transfer 25 kips from tank #14 to tank #13. See COASTAL
DRILLER Sample Load Form #1 (Rig Move). What would be the
change in transverse moments with this transfer?
A: 56 ft-kips
B: 979 ft-kips
C: 1035 ft-kips
D: 2010 ft-kips
4755: Because there is a possibility of fuel oil being discharged
overboard from a full fuel oil tank, it is decided to
transfer 25 kips from tank #14 to tank #13. See COASTAL
DRILLER Sample Load Form #1 (Rig Move). What would be
the change in vertical moments with this transfer?
A: 81 ft-kips increase
B: 31 ft-kips increase
C: 26 ft-kips decrease
D: 47 ft-kips decrease
4757: Because there is a possibility of fuel oil being discharged
overboard from a full fuel oil tank, it is decided to
transfer 25 kips from tank #14 to tank #13. See COASTAL
DRILLER Sample Load Form #1 (Rig Move). What would be the
change in longitudinal free surface moments?
A: 1492 ft-kips increase
B: 1034 ft-kips increase
C: 674 ft-kips increase
D: 404 ft-kips increase
4761: Because there is a possibility of fuel oil being discharged
overboard from a full fuel oil tank, it is decided to
transfer 25 kips from tank #14 to tank #13. See COASTAL
DRILLER Sample Load Form #1 (Rig Move). What would be the
change in transverse free surface moments?
A: 1492 ft-kips
B: 674 ft-kips
C: 404 ft-kips
D: 270 ft-kips
4763: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the entire contents of the port pipe
rack are back-loaded to an offshore supply vessel, how much
drill water would have to be transferred between tanks 6 and
7 to level the vessel in list?
A: 47.2 kips tank #7 to tank #6
B: 23.6 kips tank #7 to tank #6
C: 23.6 kips tank #6 to tank #7
D: 47.2 kips tank #6 to tank #7
4764: You are scheduled to load 3700 tons of cargo, 45 tons of
crew effects and stores and 427 tons of fuel. Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
vessel's mean draft in salt water.
A: 17'-01"
B: 17'-05"
C: 17'-10"
D: 18'-00"
4767: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the entire contents of the port pipe
rack are back-loaded to an offshore supply vessel, how much
drill water would have to be transferred from tank #1 to
tank #26 to level the vessel in trim?
A: 62.7 kips
B: 64.4 kips
C: 111.4 kips
D: 114.9 kips
4771: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the entire contents of bulk tanks #2
and #3 are back-loaded to an offshore supply vessel, what
would be the new draft?
A: 11.04 feet
B: 10.88 feet
C: 10.72 feet
D: 9.02 feet
4773: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the entire contents of bulk tanks #2
and #3 are back-loaded to an offshore supply vessel, what
longitudinal moment would have to be created to level the
unit in trim at the new draft?
A: 25,846 ft-kips
B: 17,119 ft-kips
C: 8,727 ft-kips
D: 1,788 ft-kips
4775: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the entire contents of bulk tanks #2
and #3 are back-loaded to an offshore supply vessel, what
transverse moment would have to be created to level the
unit in list at the new draft?
A: -3,604 ft-kips
B: -4 ft-kips
C: 3,470 ft-kips
D: 7,088 ft-kips
4777: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). While in field transit, the wind speeds
are predicted to increase above 70 knots. What would be the
new KGL if the legs are lowered to the recommended value?
A: 50.65 feet
B: 37.00 feet
C: 36.53 feet
D: 13.65 feet
4778: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 5540 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 272.20 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 266.5 feet
B: LCG-FP 267.8 feet
C: LCG-FP 268.4 feet
D: LCG-FP 269.2 feet
4781: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). While in field transit, the wind speeds
are predicted to increase above 70 knots. What would be the
change in KGL if the legs are lowered to the recommended
value?
A: 12.75 feet
B: 13.65 feet
C: 59.30 feet
D: 60.50 feet
4783: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). What is the margin on the maximum
allowable KG if winds remain less than 70 knots?
A: 0.00 feet
B: 14.35 feet
C: 14.82 feet
D: 65.00 feet
4784: If there's a fire aboard your vessel, you should FIRST ____.
A: sound the alarm
B: notify the Coast Guard
C: have passengers put on life preservers
D: cut off air supply to the fire
4785: What should you do with your emergency position indicating
radiobeacon if you are in a life raft in a storm?
A: Bring it inside the life raft and leave it on.
B: Bring it inside the life raft and turn it off until the
storm passes.
C: Leave it outside the life raft and leave it on.
D: Leave it outside the life raft but turn it off.
4786: In illustration DO15SA, which number indicates the
hydrostatic release?
4787: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). How much more variable load in kips can
be placed on the unit if winds increase to greater than 70
knots?
A: 0 kips
B: 200 kips
C: 600 kips
D: 1,000 kips
4791: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). How much more variable load in kips can
be placed on the unit if winds remain less than 70 knots?
A: 0 kips
B: 200 kips
C: 600 kips
D: 1,000 kips
4793: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). What is the margin on the maximum
allowable KG if winds increase to greater than 70 knots, and
the TOC is changed to the recommended value?
A: 0.0 foot
B: 1.0 foot
C: 37.0 feet
D: 38.0 feet
4795: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). What is the new LCG if the entire
contents of drill water tanks 6 and 7 are discharged?
A: 118.20 feet
B: 119.44 feet
C: 120.10 feet
D: 121.36 feet
4797: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). What is the new TCG if the entire
contents of drill water tanks 6 and 7 are discharged?
A: -0.23 foot
B: 0.00 foot
C: 0.23 foot
D: 0.54 foot
4801: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). What is the new VCG if the entire
contents of drill water tanks 6 and 7 are discharged?
A: 38.00 feet
B: 48.38 feet
C: 49.16 feet
D: 65.00 feet
4805: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). What is the new Longitudinal Free
Surface Correction (FSCL) if the entire contents of drill
water tanks 6 and 7 are discharged?
A: 2.24 feet
B: 2.14 feet
C: 2.10 feet
D: 1.63 feet
4807: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). What is the new transverse free surface
correction (FSCT) if the entire contents of drill water
tanks 6 and 7 are discharged?
A: 2.24 feet
B: 2.14 feet
C: 2.10 feet
D: 1.67 feet
4811: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). What is the value of KMT if the entire
contents of drill water tanks 6 and 7 are discharged?
A: 135.91 feet
B: 136.38 feet
C: 136.62 feet
D: 136.89 feet
4812: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 0.54 foot
B: 0.62 foot
C: 0.80 foot
D: 0.85 foot
4813: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). What is the value of KML if the entire
contents of drill water tanks 6 and 7 are discharged?
A: 253.90 feet
B: 253.24 feet
C: 252.92 feet
D: 252.24 feet
4814: You are scheduled to load 3900 tons of cargo, 45 tons of
crew effects and stores and 359 tons of fuel. Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
vessel's mean draft in fresh water.
A: 19'-00"
B: 18'-07"
C: 18'-04"
D: 18'-01"
4815: What is the maximum amount of variables that may be taken
aboard the COASTAL DRILLER while loaded as shown in the
Sample Load Form #3 (drilling)?
A: 1000 kips
B: 681 kips
C: 89 kips
D: 0 kips
4833: To keep injured survivors warm in the water after abandoning
a MODU, they should __________.
A: be placed in the middle of a small circle formed by the
other survivors in the water
B: float on their backs with their arms extended for maximum
exposure to the air
C: remove their life preservers and hold on to the uninjured
survivors
D: sip seawater at intervals of fifteen minutes
4837: When the bypass valve of a self-contained breathing
apparatus is opened, the mainline valve should be ________.
A: completely open
B: completely closed
C: pinched to check the air flow
D: immediately disconnected
4847: The rated operating time of a self-contained breathing
device may be reduced in actual use because of ___________.
A: pressure differences in the atmosphere
B: the length of the hose attached to the facepiece
C: the physical exertion of the person wearing the device
D: the age of the person wearing the device
4851: The self-contained breathing device should not be used in
which situation?
A: Oxygen deficient spaces
B: Compartments containing poisonous vapors
C: Fighting fires that produce heavy smoke
D: Underwater search
5031: For the purposes of the International Rules of the Road, a
jack-up drilling rig under tow is considered to be a _____.
A: vessel
B: non-displacement vessel
C: power-driven vessel
D: limited vessel
5033: For the purposes of the International Rules of the Road, a
non-self-propelled, semisubmersible drilling unit under tow
is considered to be a _________________.
A: power-driven vessel
B: limited vessel
C: non-displacement vessel
D: vessel
5035: When would a jack-up drilling rig be considered "underway"
under the International Rules of the Road?
A: When it is being towed to a new location
B: When it is elevated and taking on preload
C: When it is elevated and engaged in drilling
D: When it is moored to a dock in the shipyard
5037: Where will you find the requirements for the signals that
must be sounded by a mobile offshore drilling unit that is
being towed through an area of restricted visibility?
A: COLREGS
B: MMS Rules
C: SOLAS Convention
D: Coast Pilot
5038: The S.S. AMERICAN RANGER has drafts of: FWD 22'-03",
AFT 25'-05". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 97 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 22'-10.7", AFT 25'-00.9"
B: FWD 22'-11.3", AFT 25'-00.3"
C: FWD 22'-11.9". AFT 24'-11.7"
D: FWD 23'-00.5", AFT 24'-11.1"
5041: When must a MODU display navigation lights while underway?
A: Only between sunrise and sunset
B: At all times while being towed
C: Only when other vessels are in sight
D: Whenever visibility is restricted
5042: What is the meaning of the signal SA T1035 RQ when sent by
the International code of Signals?
A: The longitude is 10²35'.
B: I am altering course to 103.5² T.
C: Can you proceed at 1035 local time?
D: Is the latitude 10²35'?
5045: Your jackup is being towed along a shipping channel. You
are concerned that a vessel that is overtaking you is coming
too close to pass safely. You must _______.
A: broadcast a Mayday message
B: prepare the survival craft for launching
C: sound the abandon unit signal
D: sound five or more short blasts on the whistle
5047: A jackup drilling rig being towed must ___________________.
A: turn off all lights that interfere with the navigation
lights
B: turn on all available working lights on deck
C: ring the bell rapidly for five seconds once a minute
D: display two black diamonds in a vertical line during the
day
5053: What shape in DIAGRAM 16 would be displayed by a mobile
offshore drilling unit that is being towed more than 200
meters astern of a towing vessel?
5055: A mobile offshore drilling unit will show the dayshape in
DIAGRAM 10 to indicate that it is ______________________.
A: at anchor
B: being towed
C: aground
D: drilling
5057: A mobile offshore drilling unit under tow is approaching a
fog bank. When should fog signals be started?
A: When the towing vessel enters the fog
B: When the drilling rig enters the fog
C: When the towing vessel can no longer be seen from the rig
D: Immediately
5061: During a move to a new location, a jack-up drilling unit
with personnel on board is towed through a heavy rainstorm.
What signal must be sounded by the drilling rig when
visibility is restricted?
A: One prolonged blast
B: Two prolonged blasts
C: One prolonged and two short blasts
D: One prolonged and three short blasts
5062: You are making a heavy lift with the jumbo boom. Your
vessel displaces 8530 T. The 40-ton weight is on the pier
and its center is 65' to starboard of the centerline. The
head of the boom is 115' above the base line and the center
of gravity of the lift when stowed on deck will be 50' above
the base line. As the jumbo boom takes the strain the ship
lists to 5ø. What is the GM with the cargo stowed?
A: 2.96 ft
B: 3.18 ft
C: 3.46 ft
D: 3.77 ft
5063: What signal must be sounded by a vessel towing a mobile
offshore drilling unit through an area of restricted
visibility?
A: Two prolonged blasts
B: Five or more short blasts
C: One prolonged and two short blasts
D: One prolonged and three short blasts
5065: Under what condition are you allowed to depart from the
rules of the road?
A: To avoid immediate danger
B: When authorized by the rig superintendent
C: To comply with an operator's requirement
D: Under no conditions
5067: While a MODU is underway, a look-out must be maintained
_______.
A: at all times
B: only during periods of restricted visibility
C: only when other vessels are present
D: only during the hours of darkness
5068: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 0.62 foot
B: 0.80 foot
C: 0.85 foot
D: 0.99 foot
5071: A mobile offshore drilling unit is on the waters of the
U.S. Outer Continental Shelf. It has a length of 220 feet
and a breadth of 190 feet. Where must the obstruction
lights be located?
A: At the top of the drill mast
B: On each corner of the rig
C: At the bow of the rig
D: At the bow and stern of the rig
5073: An obstruction light on a mobile offshore drilling unit
on the waters of the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf, shall
have a lens that is visible over an arc of ___________.
A: 60ø
B: 90ø
C: 180ø
D: 360ø
5075: What lighting characteristic is required of an obstruction
light on a mobile offshore drilling unit on the waters of
the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf?
A: Fixed
B: Flashing
C: Quick-flashing
D: Occulting
5077: The requirements for obstruction lights on mobile offshore
drilling units apply on all waters ________________________.
A: outside the boundary lines that are covered by
International Rules of the Road
B: outside the lines of demarcation that are covered
by the U.S. navigational rules
C: over the Outer Continental Shelf and on waters
under the jurisdiction of the United States
D: over the prohibited zone defined in the Oil
Pollution Control Act of 1961
5081: What color are obstruction lights on mobile offshore
drilling units that are located on the waters of the U.S.
Outer Continental Shelf seaward of the line of demarcation?
A: White
B: Red
C: Yellow
D: Blue
5083: When a mobile offshore drilling unit on the waters of the
U.S. Outer Continental Shelf has more than one obstruction
light, the lights must be operated to flash ______________.
A: at the same time
B: in sequence at intervals of five seconds
C: in sequence at intervals of ten seconds
D: in sequence at intervals of fifteen seconds
5085: A mobile offshore drilling unit must display obstruction
lights when it is on the waters over the Outer Continental
Shelf and is _____________.
A: under tow
B: fixed to the seabed
C: underway
D: All of the above
5087: What agency is responsible for enforcing the rules for
obstruction lights on mobile offshore drilling units?
A: Minerals Management Service
B: Corps of Engineers
C: Department of Energy
D: U.S. Coast Guard
5091: Obstruction lights on mobile offshore drilling units on the
waters of the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf must be displayed
_____________.
A: at all times
B: between sunset and sunrise
C: whenever visibility is restricted
D: whenever vessels approach within one-half mile
5092: You are scheduled to load 3200 tons of cargo, 45 tons of
crew effects and stores and 259 tons of fuel. Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
vessel's mean draft in fresh water:
A: 17'-00"
B: 16'-09"
C: 16'-06"
D: 16'-04"
5093: A jackup drilling unit elevated on the Outer Continental
Shelf must have a fog horn that will sound
___________________.
A: a 2-second blast every 20 seconds
B: a 4-second blast every 20 seconds
C: an 8-second blast every 30 seconds
D: a 10-second blast every 30 seconds
5094: The mechanism that will release the tricing pendant,
as shown in illustration DO12SA, is __________.
A: the fore and aft gripes
B: the McCluny hook
C: a quick release lever
D: a 3/4" shackle
5095: Who has the ultimate responsibility for the safety of a
mobile offshore drilling unit while it is being towed to a
new location?
A: The rig mover
B: The Pilot
C: The marine surveyor
D: The Offshore Installation Manager
5097: To have the ultimate authority for a mobile offshore
drilling unit while it is under tow, a rig mover must
____________________.
A: hold an Able Seaman certificate and be designated as the
person in charge of the rig
B: hold a license as Offshore Installation Manager and be
held as the person in charge of the rig
C: be certified by an approved classification society and be
designated as the person in charge of the rig
D: be certified by the Minerals Management Service and be
designated as the person in charge of the rig
5098: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 0.62 foot
B: 0.80 foot
C: 0.85 foot
D: 0.99 foot
5101: When a marine surveyor is employed to assist in the move of
a mobile offshore drilling unit, he ______________________.
A: becomes responsible for the safe movement of the rig
B: relieves the Offshore Installation Manager at the moment the
rig is free from the bottom
C: must be designated as the person in charge of the rig
D: is a specialist who is hired to provide advice and guidance
on aspects of the move
5103: A hurricane has recurved to the northeast and its forward
speed is 20 knots. Your MODU is located 600 miles northeast
of the hurricane's center. How long will it take for the
hurricane center to reach your position if it holds its
present course and speed?
A: 10 hours
B: 30 hours
C: 50 hours
D: 80 hours
5105: The edge of a hurricane has overtaken your MODU in the
Gulf of Mexico and the northwest wind of a few hours ago
has shifted to the west. This is an indication that you
are located in the __________.
A: navigable semicircle
B: dangerous semicircle
C: low pressure area
D: eye of the storm
5113: A tropical storm is building strength some distance from
your MODU. Waves are coming from the east, with periods
increasing from 5 seconds to 15 seconds. The swell is
from the east. Where was the storm when these new swells
were generated?
A: To the north of you
B: To the south of you
C: To the east of you
D: To the west of you
5115: What kind of conditions would you observe as the eye of a
storm passes over your MODU's position?
A: Huge waves approaching from all directions, clearing skies,
light winds, and an extremely low barometer
B: Flat calm seas, heavy rain, light winds, and an extremely
low barometer
C: Flat calm seas, heavy rain, light winds, and high pressure
D: Huge waves approaching from all directions, clearing skies,
light winds, and high pressure
5121: What danger is presented if a waterspout passes over a MODU?
A: Heavy rains could cause downflooding.
B: Visibility could be restricted by low clouds.
C: Large waves could cause structural damage.
D: Personnel may be injured by loose deck gear blown by the
wind.
5122: You are scheduled to load 3700 tons of cargo, 45 tons of
crew effects and stores and 427 tons of fuel. Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
vessel's mean draft in fresh water.
A: 17'-01"
B: 17'-00"
C: 17'-10"
D: 18'-00"
5123: In MODU construction, bulkheads in the quarters are
generally _________.
A: structural
B: watertight
C: non-structural
D: continuous
5124: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 1.05 feet
B: 1.15 feet
C: 1.25 feet
D: 1.31 feet
5125: A MODU with the TCG off the longitudinal centerline inclines
to an angle of _______________.
A: list
B: heel
C: trim
D: loll
5127: In illustration D041DG, the symbol for displacement is ____.
5131: In illustration D041DG symbol 1 refers to ____________.
A: change of draft
B: centerline
C: angle of inclination
D: displacement
5133: In illustration D041DG, the symbol for the reference from
which the height of the center of gravity is measured is __.
5135: In illustration D041DG symbol 2 represents _____________.
A: displacement
B: beam limit
C: bilge level
D: baseline
5137: When a floating MODU inclines to an angle slightly greater
than the angle of loll, she will __________.
A: capsize
B: incline further
C: flop to the other side
D: return to the angle of loll
5153: A semisubmersible floating in sea water displaces 20,000
long tons. She has vertical moments of 1,000,000 foot-long
tons. What is the change in KG if 500 long tons are placed
aboard at a KG of 120 feet?
A: 1.22 feet upward
B: 1.71 feet upward
C: 1.75 feet upward
D: 2.93 feet upward
5154: The sea anchor shown as item number 14 will NOT ___________.
A: check the life raft's way
B: keep the life raft end on to the sea
C: reduce the possibility of broaching or capsizing
D: right the raft if it inflates inverted
5155: A MODU displacing 10,000 long tons with KG 20.0 feet, uses
its crane to lift a 40 long ton load from dockside and place
it on board at a VCG of 5.0 feet. When lifting, the head of
the crane boom is 50.0 feet above the keel. During the
lift, what is the apparent increase in KG?
A: 0.02 foot
B: 0.12 foot
C: 0.18 foot
D: 0.20 foot
5156: Your non-oceangoing ship is required to have a fixed piping
system to discharge oily mixtures ashore. What is required
at each outlet of this system?
A: A 5-gallon can or a fixed containment system
B: A stop valve
C: A non-return valve
D: A means to stop each pump
5157: A MODU displacing 10,000 tons uses its crane to lift a 20
ton load, already aboard, to a height of 5 feet above the
deck. When lifting, the head of the crane boom is 50 feet
above the load. What is the change in KG?
A: No change
B: 0.1 foot
C: 0.2 foot
D: 1.0 foot
5163: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #3 (Preparing to Drill). If all the liquid mud
(see table 8) is dumped, what would be the new height of
the longitudinal metacenter?
A: 61.13 feet
B: 61.19 feet
C: 61.22 feet
D: 62.94 feet
5175: The DEEP DRILLER, in transit at a seawater draft of 19
feet, enters a fresh water port. What is the new draft?
A: 19.03 feet
B: 19.40 feet
C: 19.63 feet
D: 21.16 feet
5177: The DEEP DRILLER departs a fresh water port at a draft of 20
feet. What will be the draft in sea water?
A: 19.0 feet
B: 19.3 feet
C: 19.6 feet
D: 20.4 feet
5181: The DEEP DRILLER departs a fresh water port at a draft of
19.5 feet. What will be the draft in sea water?
A: 18.7 feet
B: 19.1 feet
C: 19.4 feet
D: 19.8 feet
5183: The DEEP DRILLER departs a fresh water port at a draft of
20.5 feet. What will be the draft in sea water?
A: 18.2 feet
B: 19.4 feet
C: 19.7 feet
D: 22.8 feet
5191: While being towed at a 19.5 foot draft, the DEEP DRILLER
experiences single amplitude pitching of 7.5 degrees with
an 8 second period. You should ________________.
A: continue towing operations and carefully monitor vessel
motions
B: alter course into the wind to improve motion
characteristics
C: ballast the rig to a 45 foot draft and check the vessel
motion at the new draft
D: ballast the rig to a 60 foot draft and check vessel
motion at the new draft
5192: There is a fire aft aboard your vessel. To help fight the
fire, you should ___________________.
A: put the wind off either beam
B: put the stern into the wind and decrease speed
C: put the stern into the wind and increase speed
D: head the bow into the wind and decrease speed
5193: The DEEP DRILLER is being towed at a 20 foot draft. Vessel
motions are within acceptable limits, but the waves begin
to hit the horizontal braces. You should __________.
A: continue on course at the same draft
B: ballast to a 60 foot draft and continue on course
C: change course to reduce the wave impact
D: shorten the tow wire for a smoother ride
5195: The DEEP DRILLER is under tow at a 20 foot draft. The rig
motions are close to exceeding the limits for critical
pitch and roll. The rig is also experiencing occasional
pounding on the horizontal braces. In this situation you
should _________.
A: ballast down to a 45 foot draft and check vessel motions
B: wait until pitch and roll exceed the limits before
ballasting down
C: ballast up to a 15 foot draft and check vessel motions
D: shorten the tow wire for a smoother tow
5196: You are hoisting a heavy lift with the jumbo boom. Your
vessel displaces 8560 T. The 45-ton weight is on the pier
and its center is 65' to starboard of the centerline. The
head of the boom is 95' above the base line and the center
of gravity of the lift when stowed on deck will be 55' above
the base line. As the jumbo boom takes the strain the ship
lists to 5.5². What is the GM with the cargo stowed?
A: 3.74 ft.
B: 3.96 ft.
C: 4.16 ft.
D: 4.35 ft.
5197: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 60 feet, has VM of 942,120
ft-tons, and FSML of 36,235 ft-tons. What is the KGL?
A: 52.0 feet
B: 53.0 feet
C: 54.0 feet
D: 55.0 feet
5201: If the low side bilge pump fails and the high side bilge
pump has insufficient suction to dewater the low side of the
COASTAL DRILLER when afloat, you should use the __________.
A: saltwater eductor system
B: raw water tower pumps
C: mud pumps
D: preload pumps
5203: Among the possible causes of unexpected rapid increasing
inclination of the floating COASTAL DRILLER is ____________.
A: consumption of on board liquids
B: miscalculation of loads
C: external environmental forces
D: flooding due to hull damage
5205: Among the possible causes of unexpected constant inclination
of the floating COASTAL DRILLER is ________________.
A: consumption of on board liquids
B: miscalculation of loads
C: liquid transfer through open valves
D: flooding due to hull damage
5223: When floating, the appropriate leg horizontal must be
aligned in the center of the ________________.
A: center of each lower hull guide
B: center of each upper guide structure
C: top of the jack house
D: bottom of the hull
5225: If the cause of a sudden severe list or trim is negative
initial stability, counterflooding into empty tanks
may ________.
A: increase the righting moment
B: cause an increase in the righting arm
C: bring the unit to an upright equilibrium position
D: cause the unit to flop to a greater angle
5231: If the cause of severe list or trim is off-center ballast,
counterflooding into empty tanks will ______________.
A: increase the righting moment
B: increase the righting arm
C: increase list or trim
D: decrease list or trim
5232: Fusible-link fire dampers are operated by _____________.
A: a mechanical arm outside the vent duct
B: electrical controls on the bridge
C: the heat of a fire melting the link
D: a break-glass and pull-cable system
5233: During counterflooding to correct a severe list or trim
aggravated by an off-center load, a MODU suddenly takes a
list or trim to the opposite side. You should ____________.
A: continue counterflooding in the same direction
B: continue counterflooding, but in the opposite direction
C: immediately stop counterflooding
D: deballast from the low side
5234: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 1.05 feet
B: 1.15 feet
C: 1.25 feet
D: 1.31 feet
5235: If a MODU takes a sudden severe list or trim from an unknown
cause, you should FIRST __________________.
A: determine the cause before taking countermeasures
B: assume the shift is due to off-center loading
C: counterflood on the side opposite the list or trim
D: assume the cause is environmental forces
5245: To maintain a high state of readiness against the
possibility of damage and subsequent flooding while aboard
the DEEP DRILLER, you should ______________.
A: post a watch in the pump room
B: keep tanks no more than half filled
C: cap sounding tubes except when in use
D: keep bilge pumps operating continuously
5247: In case of major damage to column C1P while the DEEP DRILLER
is on location, you should pump from port-forward lower-hull
tanks using _________________.
A: all four ballast pumps
B: both port-side ballast pumps
C: saltwater service pump to supplement port-side ballast
pumps
D: drill water pump to supplement port-side ballast pumps
5261: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), suffers major damage which results in flooding
in tank C1P. Your best countermeasure is to _______.
A: pump from 2P
B: pump from C1P
C: counterflood in 1P
D: counterflood in 10S
5263: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), suffers major damage which results in flooding
in tank C3S. Your best countermeasure is to _____.
A: pump from 9S
B: pump from C3S
C: counterflood in 1P
D: counterflood in 10S
5265: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), suffers major damage which results in flooding
in tank C1P. Pumping from tanks in the vicinity of the
damage has proven ineffective. Your best countermeasure
is to ________.
A: counterflood in 1P
B: counterflood in 10S
C: pump from C1P
D: pump from C3S
5267: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), suffers major damage which results in flooding
in tank C3S. Pumping from tanks in the vicinity of the
damage have proven ineffective. Your best countermeasure
is to _______.
A: counterflood in 1P
B: counterflood in 10S
C: pump from C1P
D: pump from C3S
5271: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #5
(Survival), suffers major damage which results in flooding
in tank C1P. Your best countermeasure is to pump from ____.
A: 1P
B: 3P
C: C1P
D: C2P
5273: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #5
(Survival), suffers major damage which results in flooding
in tank C3S. Your best countermeasure is to _______.
A: pump from 10S
B: counterflood in 1P
C: pump from 8S
D: pump from C3S
5274: The type davits shown in illustration DO08SA are __________.
A: round-bar davits
B: radial davits
C: gravity davits
D: quadrantal davits
5275: In case of minor damage to lower-hull tank 1P while the DEEP
DRILLER is in transit, you should pump from tank 1P
using ____________.
A: all four ballast pumps
B: both port-side ballast pumps
C: saltwater service pump to supplement port-side ballast
pumps
D: drill water pump to supplement port-side ballast pumps
5276: The S.S. AMERICAN RANGER has drafts of: FWD 18'-07",
AFT 23'-03". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 92 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 19'-04.5", AFT 22'-08.9"
B: FWD 19'-05.1", AFT 22'-08.3"
C: FWD 19'-05.7", AFT 22'-07.7"
D: FWD 19'-06.3", AFT 22'-07.1"
5277: Failure of both port ballast pumps on the DEEP DRILLER
prevents their use. To deballast from tank 1P, you may
use the __________.
A: port saltwater service pump
B: port drill water pump
C: port bilge pumps
D: starboard ballast pump and the crossover system
5281: The DEEP DRILLER suffers minor flooding of the port pump
room while in transit. If both port bilge pumps fail to
dewater the pump room, you may ________.
A: use port drill water pump
B: use port saltwater service pump
C: use port ballast pumps
D: use starboard ballast pumps and crossover system
5283: The DEEP DRILLER suffers minor flooding of the starboard
pump room while in transit. If both starboard bilge pumps
fail to dewater the pump room, you may use ________.
A: starboard drill water pump
B: starboard saltwater service pump
C: starboard ballast pumps
D: port ballast pumps and crossover system
5285: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #1
(Transit), suffers minor damage which results in flooding in
tank 1P. You may pump from ___________.
A: 2P
B: C1P
C: 1P
D: 10S
5286: A vessel is inclined at an angle of loll. In the absence of
external forces, the righting arm (GZ) is _______________.
A: positive
B: negative
C: zero
D: vertical
5287: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #1
(Transit), suffers minor damage which results in flooding in
tank 1S. You may pump from ___________.
A: 2S
B: C1S
C: 1S
D: 10P
5297: Among the possible causes of unexpected rapidly increasing
inclination of the DEEP DRILLER while in transit is _______.
A: consumption of on board variables
B: miscalculation of loads
C: external environmental forces
D: flooding due to lower-hull damage
5301: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#2 (Ballasting to Survival). What is the shift in VCG if
100.76 long tons of ballast are added to Ballast Tank #8S to
replace the discharge of all bulk materials?
A: 0.19 foot down
B: 0.44 foot down
C: 0.63 foot down
D: 1.19 feet down
5302: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 0.62 foot
B: 0.80 foot
C: 0.85 foot
D: 0.99 foot
5305: The COASTAL DRILLER, in ocean transit at a draft of 10 feet
6 inches with winds less than 70 knots, has a KGT of 50.6
feet and a KGL of 51.4 feet. The margin on the maximum
allowable KG is _________________.
A: 13.6 feet
B: 14.4 feet
C: 40.0 feet
D: 65.0 feet
5307: The COASTAL DRILLER, in ocean transit at a draft of 10 feet
6 inches with winds greater than 70 knots, has a KGT of
38.7 feet and a KGL of 38.2 feet. The margin on the
maximum allowable KG is ______.
A: 26.8 feet
B: 26.3 feet
C: 1.8 feet
D: 1.3 feet
5308: Your drafts are: FWD 17'-09", AFT 21'-03". What is the KM
based on the tables in the blue pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book?
A: 25.7 feet
B: 26.0 feet
C: 26.4 feet
D: 26.8 feet
5311: The COASTAL DRILLER, in field transit at a draft of 10 feet
0 inches with winds less than 70 knots, has a KGT of 39.0
feet and a KGL of 38.6 feet. The margin on the maximum
allowable KG is _________________.
A: 3.0 feet
B: 3.4 feet
C: 26.0 feet
D: 26.4 feet
5312: In illustration DO16SA, the line indicated by number 4
is connected to the __________.
A: releasing gear
B: sea painter
C: McCluny hook
D: Fleming gear
5313: The COASTAL DRILLER, in ocean transit at a draft of 10 feet
0 inches with winds greater than 70 knots, has a KGT of 39.0
feet and a KGL of 38.6 feet. The margin on the maximum
allowable KG is __________.
A: 2.6 feet
B: 4.1 feet
C: 26.3 feet
D: 26.8 feet
5314: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 1.05 feet
B: 1.15 feet
C: 1.25 feet
D: 1.31 feet
5315: The COASTAL DRILLER, in transit during a severe storm while
at a draft of 9 feet 6 inches, has a KGT of 39.1 feet and a
KGL of 39.9 feet. The margin on the maximum allowable KG
is _________.
A: 2.6 feet
B: 3.4 feet
C: 25.1 feet
D: 25.9 feet
5321: While the COASTAL DRILLER is in transit at a draft of 10
feet 6 inches, a severe storm is predicted within 12 hours.
VM are 541,257 ft-kips, FSML are 32,000 ft-kips and FSMT are
24,000 ft-kips. How much should the KGL be lowered to
satisfy the maximum allowable KG criteria?
A: 23.04 feet
B: 1.96 feet
C: 0.62 foot
D: 0.00 feet
5323: While the COASTAL DRILLER is in transit at a draft of 10
feet 6 inches, a severe storm is predicted within 12 hours.
VM are 520,462 ft-kips, FSML are 26,000 ft-kips, and FSMT
are 25,000 ft-kips. How much should the KG corrected for
free surface effects be lowered to satisfy the maximum
allowable KG criteria?
A: 26.90 feet
B: 25.00 feet
C: 1.90 feet
D: 0.00 feet
5325: While the COASTAL DRILLER is in transit at a draft of 10
feet 6 inches, a severe storm is predicted within 12 hours.
VM are 546,462 ft-kips, FSML are 18,000 ft-kips, and FSMT
are 32,000 ft-kips. How much should the KG corrected for
free surface effects be lowered to satisfy the maximum
allowable KG criteria?
A: 22.66 feet
B: 2.34 feet
C: 1.32 feet
D: 0.00 feet
5327: While the COASTAL DRILLER is in transit at a draft of 10
feet 6 inches, a severe storm is predicted within 12 hours.
GMT is 98.89 feet. How much should the KG corrected for
free surface effects be lowered to satisfy the maximum
allowable KG criteria?
A: 3.66 feet
B: 2.34 feet
C: 1.32 feet
D: 0.00 feet
5341: For stronger leg support when the COASTAL DRILLER is
elevated, locate a set of horizontal leg braces as near as
possible to the _______.
A: center of each lower hull guide
B: center of each upper hull guide
C: top of the jack house
D: bottom of the hull
5353: When preloading the COASTAL DRILLER, the maximum total
weight shall not exceed _____________.
A: 21,497 kips
B: 21,297 kips
C: 17,700 kips
D: 14,400 kips
5354: You are scheduled to load 3200 tons of cargo, 45 tons of
crew effects and stores and 323 tons of fuel. Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
vessel's mean draft in salt water.
A: 17'-00"
B: 16'-10"
C: 16'-07"
D: 16'-04"
5357: During preloading or elevating the COASTAL DRILLER,
jacking-up may continue if the total weight is less than
__________.
A: 21,497 kips
B: 21,297 kips
C: 17,700 kips
D: 14,400 kips
5361: The COASTAL DRILLER, when underway was loaded as shown in
Sample Load Form #1 (Rig Move). It is now preloaded at
minimum air gap waiting for all settling to take place. The
preload, weighing 7,191.7 kips, has LM 870,196 ft-kips
and TM 2,158 ft-kips. What is the bow leg reaction?
A: 7,026 kips
B: 7,099 kips
C: 7,144 kips
D: 7,180 kips
5363: The COASTAL DRILLER, when underway was loaded as shown in
Sample Load Form #1 (Rig Move). It is now preloaded at
minimum air gap waiting for all settling to take place. The
preload, weighing 7,191.7 kips, has LM 870,196 ft-kips
and TM 2,158 ft-kips. What is the starboard leg reaction?
A: 7,026 kips
B: 7,099 kips
C: 7,144 kips
D: 7,180 kips
5365: The COASTAL DRILLER, when underway was loaded as shown in
Sample Load Form #1 (Rig Move). It is now preloaded at
minimum air gap waiting for all settling to take place. The
preload, weighing 7,191.7 kips, has LM 870,196 ft-kips
and TM 2,158 ft-kips. What is the port leg reaction?
A: 7,026 kips
B: 7,099 kips
C: 7,144 kips
D: 7,180 kips
5373: While preloading, the COASTAL DRILLER has a total weight of
21,401 kips. The LM are 2,560,416 ft-kips, and the TM are
-6,206 ft-kips. What is the port leg reaction?
A: 7,099 kips
B: 7,134 kips
C: 7,151 kips
D: 7,203 kips
5381: While preparing for a storm when elevated, the total weight
of the COASTAL DRILLER is 14,150 kips, LM are 1,712,150
ft-kips, and TM are -9,905 ft-kips. The bow leg reaction is
_________________.
A: 4,536 kips
B: 4,716 kips
C: 4,748 kips
D: 4,866 kips
5385: While preloading, the COASTAL DRILLER has a total weight of
21,401 kips. The LM are 2,560,416 ft-kips, and the TM are
-6,206 ft-kips. What is the starboard leg reaction?
A: 7,099 kips
B: 7,134 kips
C: 7,151 kips
D: 7,203 kips
5386: Which toxic gas is a product of incomplete combustion, and
is often present when a fire burns in a closed compartment?
A: Carbon dioxide
B: Carbon monoxide
C: Nitric oxide
D: Hydrogen sulfide
5387: Which toxic gas is a product of incomplete combustion, and
is often present when a fire burns in a closed compartment?
A: Nitric oxide
B: Carbon dioxide
C: Hydrogen sulfide
D: Carbon monoxide
5388: The most likely location for a liquid cargo fire to occur on
a tanker would be ___________.
A: in the pumproom
B: at the vent header
C: at the main deck manifold
D: the midships house
5407: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #2 (Preload). What would be the LCG if the preload is
dumped and the cantilever and drill floor are skidded aft,
placing the rotary 34 feet aft of the transom?
A: 114.06 feet AFO
B: 119.44 feet AFO
C: 123.75 feet AFO
D: 125.91 feet AFO
5408: One of the first actions to be taken by survivors when they
have boarded an inflatable life raft is to __________.
A: stream the sea anchor
B: take an anti-seasickness pill
C: open the pressure relief valve
D: drink at least one can of water
5411: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #2 (Preload). What will be the LCG if the preload is
dumped?
A: 118.51 feet AFO
B: 119.44 feet AFO
C: 120.62 feet AFO
D: 121.53 feet AFO
5412: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 0.62 foot
B: 0.80 foot
C: 0.85 foot
D: 0.99 foot
5413: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #2 (Preload). What would be the TCG if the preload is
dumped and the cantilever and drill floor are skidded aft,
placing the rotary 34 feet aft of the transom, and the drill
floor is skidded 8 feet to port?
A: -0.52 foot
B: -0.33 foot
C: -0.17 foot
D: 0.52 foot
5415: The COASTAL DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#2 (Preload), dumps the preload. However, 138.4 kips
remained on board. The LM for the remaining preload is
17,992 ft-kips. What is the new LCG?
A: 119.33 feet AFO
B: 119.44 feet AFO
C: 119.54 feet AFO
D: 119.66 feet AFO
5417: The COASTAL DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#3 (Drilling), discharges the bulk in Bulk Tanks 1 and 2.
What is the new LCG?
A: 124.97 feet AFO
B: 125.09 feet AFO
C: 127.70 feet AFO
D: 130.42 feet AFO
5418: Small passenger vessels in coastwise service must carry
approved _________________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: life floats
B: buoyant apparatus
C: inflatable life rafts
D: Any of the above
5421: The COASTAL DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#3 (Drilling), discharges the bulk in Bulk Tanks 1 and 2.
What is the new TCG?
A: -1.61 feet
B: -1.58 feet
C: 0.43 feet
D: 0.99 feet
5423: The COASTAL DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#3 (Drilling), dumps all the mud in pits 1, 2, 3, and 4.
What is the new TCG?
A: -0.36 foot
B: -0.26 foot
C: 0.31 foot
D: 0.36 foot
5425: The COASTAL DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#3 (Drilling), dumps all the mud in pits 1, 2, 3, and 4.
What is the new LCG?
A: 122.02 feet AFO
B: 125.03 feet AFO
C: 125.63 feet AFO
D: 131.46 feet AFO
5427: The COASTAL DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#4 (Storm), discharges all the bulk in the four bulk tanks.
What is the new LCG?
A: 115.79 feet AFO
B: 119.18 feet AFO
C: 119.44 feet AFO
D: 126.68 feet AFO
5431: The COASTAL DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#4 (Storm), discharges all the bulk in the four bulk tanks.
What is the new TCG?
A: -1.11 feet
B: -0.47 foot
C: 1.07 feet
D: 1.11 feet
5433: It is vital to the safety of the elevated COASTAL DRILLER
that the hull be kept above ______________.
A: the charted water depth
B: the charted water depth plus tidal corrections
C: the still water level
D: wave action
5434: You are hoisting a heavy lift with the jumbo boom. Your
vessel displaces 5230 T. The 35-ton weight is on the pier
and its center is 60' to starboard of the centerline. The
head of the boom is 105' above the base line and the center
of gravity of the lift when stowed on deck will be 42' above
the base line. As the jumbo boom takes the strain the ship
lists to 5². What is the GM with the cargo stowed?
A: 4.11
B: 4.54
C: 4.98
D: 5.13
5435: The COASTAL DRILLER is operating with a wave clearance of
about 20 feet. The out-of-level alarm sounds and the unit
is found to be inclined 0.5 degree bow down. The
recommended course of action is to __________________.
A: prepare to take action in case inclination increases
B: jack the hull up on the bow leg
C: jack the hull down on the aft two legs
D: transfer weight, such as drill water, toward the stern
5441: The COASTAL DRILLER has suffered a casualty which requires
an orderly evacuation of the unit using the lifeboats and
life rafts. Among the items to accomplish in preparing to
evacuate the unit is ________.
A: securing the unit as in preparation for a severe storm
B: distributing self-contained breathing devices
C: taking a soil sample of the bottom
D: All of the above
5445: While drilling loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), the DEEP DRILLER suffers a sudden unexpected
inclination to port and forward. Strong wind and high waves
are from the starboard quarter. Among the possible causes,
you should consider ______________.
A: failure of mooring lines 1 or 2
B: failure of mooring lines 5 or 6
C: leak in ballast tank #2P
D: ballast tanks are equalizing into tank 1P
5447: While drilling loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), the DEEP DRILLER suffers a sudden unexpected
inclination to starboard and forward. Strong winds and high
waves are from the port quarter. Among the possible causes,
you should consider ________________.
A: failure of mooring lines 3 or 4
B: failure of mooring lines 7 or 8
C: leak in ballast tank #2S
D: ballast tanks equalizing into tank 1S
5449: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 1.05 feet
B: 1.15 feet
C: 1.25 feet
D: 1.31 feet
5451: While drilling loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), the DEEP DRILLER suffers a sudden unexpected
inclination to starboard and aft. Strong wind and high
waves are on the port bow. Among the possible causes, you
should consider _________________.
A: failure of mooring lines 5 or 6
B: failure of mooring lines 1 or 2
C: leak in ballast tank 9P
D: ballast tanks equalizing into tank 10S
5455: What percentage of the breaking strength is the generally
accepted safe operating load of an anchor cable?
A: 10%
B: 25%
C: 35%
D: 50%
5457: The only wire rope termination which may be made in the
field is _______________________.
A: swaged socket
B: thimbled mechanical splice
C: hand splice
D: spelter poured and resin sockets
5461: Thirty-five percent of the breaking strength of an anchor
cable is generally accepted as the _________________.
A: safe operating load
B: normal operating tension
C: emergency working load
D: allowable storm load
5462: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 1.30 feet
B: 1.17 foot
C: 1.01 foot
D: 0.91 foot
5463: A common class of wire rope used for mooring is the 6x19
class. What does the 6 represent?
A: Factor of safety
B: Number of wires per strand
C: Number of strands per wire rope
D: Number of wires in the core
5465: A common class of wire rope used for mooring is the 6x37
class. What does the 37 represent?
A: Number of wires in the inner core
B: Number of strands per wire rope
C: Tensile strength of the wire
D: Number of wires per strand
5467: What is an advantage of the 6x19 class of wire rope over
the 6x37 class of wire rope of the same diameter?
A: Greater holding power
B: Better fatigue life
C: Resistance to elongation
D: Resistance to corrosion
5471: What is an advantage of the 6x37 class of wire rope over
the 6x19 class of wire rope of the same diameter?
A: Flexibility
B: Resistance to corrosion
C: Resistance to elongation
D: Lower weight per foot
5473: Where do fatigue failures of wire rope mooring lines usually
occur?
A: In the middle part of the line length
B: Near the socketed end fitting adjacent to the anchor
C: At the point where the line touches the bottom
D: At the place the anchor buoy is attached to the line
5475: The primary purpose for using stud link chain in a mooring
system on a rig is the ______________.
A: stud link is more economical
B: stud keeps the chain from kinking
C: stud link chain is the lightest night design
D: stud link improves the anchor's holding power
5477: Standards for fabrication and testing of chain on mobile
offshore drilling units are provided by the _______.
A: Department of the Interior
B: U.S. Coast Guard
C: Minerals Management Service
D: American Petroleum Institute
5479: The purpose of the inclining experiment on a vessel is to
determine the _______________.
A: location of the center of gravity of the light ship
B: position of the center of buoyancy
C: position of the metacenter
D: maximum load line
5481: A common means of connecting shots of anchor chain in the
field is to use a ____________________.
A: sprocket
B: Kenter link
C: swivel
D: end shackle
5483: The idler sheave which directs and turns the anchor cable
from a semisubmersible is known as the _____________.
A: swivel fairlead
B: windlass wildcat
C: chain stopper
D: chain director
5485: The maximum angular tolerance for a bent link of an anchor
chain is __________________________.
A: 1 degree
B: 3 degrees
C: 5 degrees
D: 7 degrees
5486: Illustration DO09SA shows the correct method of securing
a __________.
A: man-rope
B: frapping line
C: sea painter
D: lifeline
5487: A measurement device for inspecting anchor chain is the
___________.
A: slide rule
B: go-no-go gauge
C: derrick tape
D: amp probe
5491: The American Petroleum Institute recommends that a new
anchor chain should be inspected after being in service for
___________________.
A: 1 year
B: 3 years
C: 5 years
D: 10 years
5493: The American Petroleum Institute recommends that connecting
links and anchor shackles be inspected using _______.
A: visual examinations
B: magnetic particle inspection
C: dye penetrant inspection
D: x-ray inspection
5495: Extended cyclical variations in tensions will cause an
anchor chain to break due to _________.
A: fatigue
B: corrosion
C: distortion
D: abrasion
5497: Which grade of anchor chain is generally used on floating
drilling vessels?
A: Grade 1
B: Grade 2
C: Oil Rig Quality (stud link)
D: 303S
5501: What is a major disadvantage of Di-Lok chain compared with
Oil Rig Quality (stud link) chain in floating drilling rig
operations?
A: Shorter fatigue life
B: Higher weight
C: Lower strength
D: Greater expense
5503: What are the two main types of stud link chain?
A: Oil Rig chain and Oil Field Stud Link chain
B: Flash-butt welded chain and Di-Lok chain
C: Flash-butt welded chain and Oil Rig chain
D: Oil Field Stud Link chain and Flash-butt welded chain
5504: While signaling by flashing light you make an error. You
should send _____.
A: RPT, then repeat the entire signal
B: EEE, then send the word correctly
C: the erase signal then continue the message with the last
correctly spelled word
D: the correction signal and re-spell the word
5505: Which problem is virtually impossible to detect during an
in-service inspection of used mooring chain?
A: Cracks
B: Elongation
C: Loose studs
D: Fatigue
5506: The S.S. AMERICAN RANGER has drafts of: FWD 13'-05",
AFT 21'-03". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 88 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 14'-01.8", AFT 20'-09.3"
B: FWD 14'-02.4", AFT 20'-08.7"
C: FWD 14'-03.0", AFT 20'-08.1"
D: FWD 14'-03.6", AFT 20'-07.5"
5507: The American Petroleum Institute recommends magnetic
particle inspection for _________________________.
A: anchor chain
B: wire rope
C: connecting links
D: pendant wires
5508: Your drafts are: FWD 17'-09", AFT 18'-03". What is the KM
based on the tables in the blue pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book?
A: 25.7 feet
B: 26.0 feet
C: 26.2 feet
D: 26.4 feet
5511: When inspecting anchor chain, the American Petroleum
Institute recommends checking the length over 5 links every
________________.
A: 10 feet
B: 100 feet
C: 250 feet
D: 500 feet
5513: A link on an anchor chain should be replaced when wear or
grinding of surface cracks has reduced the cross section
area by ___________.
5515: What should be done after repairing a surface crack on a
link of anchor chain by grinding?
A: Examine the area by magnetic particle inspection
B: Replace the chain in service
C: Galvanize the area
D: Post heat the area
5517: Grinding to eliminate shallow surface defects should be
done _________.
A: parallel to the longitudinal direction of the chain
B: perpendicular to the direction of the anchor chain
C: diagonally across the link of the anchor chain
D: around the circumference of the chain link
5518: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of THe Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 1.15 feet
B: 1.25 feet
C: 1.31 feet
D: 1.48 feet
5521: Prior to magnetic particle inspection of anchor chain, the
chain should be _______________________.
A: degaussed
B: demagnetized
C: soaked
D: sandblasted
5522: Radiation spreads a fire by _____.
A: transmitting the heat of a fire through the ship's metal
B: transferring heat across an unobstructed space
C: burning liquids flowing into another space
D: heated gases flowing through ventilation systems
5523: Before being certified by the American Bureau of Shipping,
anchor chain must undergo _________________________.
A: USCG inspection
B: a breaking test
C: x-ray inspection
D: spectroanalysis
5525: What does the proof test load of an anchor chain
demonstrate?
A: The breaking strength of the anchor chain
B: Strength of the anchor chain to a specified limit
C: Adequate holding power for new bottom conditions
D: Safe working load of the anchor chain
5527: With adaptor blocks/chocks in place on an LWT stock anchor,
the trip angle will be ______________________.
A: 20²
B: 30²
C: 40²
D: 50²
5531: With adaptor blocks/chocks removed from an LWT stock anchor,
the trip angle will be ______________.
A: 20²
B: 30²
C: 40²
D: 50²
5533: Connecting elements of a mooring system should be
fabricated from _________________.
A: cast iron
B: forged steel
C: stainless steel
D: cast steel
5535: What effect is achieved from soaking an anchor?
A: It allows the bottom soil to consolidate.
B: It gives the palms time to trip the anchor.
C: It stabilizes the mooring system.
D: It lubricates the anchor for better tripping.
5536: On a vessel of 7000 tons displacement, a tank 35 ft. long,
30 ft. wide and 46 ft. deep is half filled with liquid
cargo (S.G. 0.923) while the vessel is floating in
saltwater (S.G. 1.026). What is the free surface constant
for this tank?
A: 3240
B: 2731
C: 2390
D: 2024
5537: Why should you soak an anchor?
A: It can prevent the anchor from slipping during
pretensioning.
B: It will lubricate all the moving parts of a stock anchor.
C: It will increase the maximum breaking strength of the
anchor chain.
D: It will make it easier to disassemble the anchor for repair.
5541: What is the "holding power ratio" of an anchor?
A: Maximum mooring line tension divided by the anchor's weight
in air
B: Anchor's weight in air divided by the maximum mooring line
tension
C: Preloading tension divided by the anchor's weight in air
D: Operating tension divided by the anchor's weight in air
5543: What happ ns to the efficiency of an anchor when it is moved
from sand to mud?
A: The efficiency increases.
B: The efficiency decreases.
C: The efficiency remains the same.
D: The efficiency cannot be determined.
5545: When a combination chain and wire rope mooring line is used,
the chain is deployed ____________.
A: at the anchor end of the line
B: at the wildcat end of the line
C: midway between the anchor and the wildcat
D: through the anchor buoy
5547: In a combination chain and wire rope mooring system, the
chain is deployed at the anchor end of the line to _____.
A: increase fatigue life
B: eliminate the need for mooring buoys
C: prevent the anchor from fouling
D: increase the catenary
5551: Anchor shackles should have a breaking strength that
is ___________.
A: equal to the chains they are connecting
B: 25% more than the chains they are connecting
C: 50% more than the chains they are connecting
D: 100% more than the chains they are connecting
5553: The angle between the flukes and the shank of an anchor is
called the ________.
A: holding angle
B: fleet angle
C: fluke angle
D: shank angle
5555: The fluke angle of an anchor system is the angle between
the _________.
A: flukes and the shank
B: shank and the sea bottom
C: mooring line and the sea bottom
D: flukes and the shackle
5557: The holding power of an anchor is the _______.
A: maximum sustained vertical load an anchor will resist
before dragging
B: maximum sustained horizontal load an anchor will resist
before dragging
C: maximum sustained vertical load an anchor will resist
before the mooring line breaks
D: maximum sustained horizontal load an anchor will resist
before the mooring line breaks
5561: What line receives the hardest service in the mooring
system?
A: Guy wire
B: Joining pendant
C: Wildcat leader
D: Anchor pendant
5563: Most large anchors are manufactured with a _______________.
A: bow type shackle
B: D-type shackle
C: U-type shackle
D: Kenter shackle
5565: What is the bow type anchor shackle primarily used for?
A: Chain to chain connections
B: Chain to anchor connections
C: Kenter link to anchor connections
D: Wire rope connections
5567: What is the most important difference between the bow type
anchor shackle and the D-type anchor shackle?
A: The bow type shackle provides a superior connection.
B: The D-type shackle is weaker than the bow type.
C: The bow type shackle is weaker than the D-type.
D: The D-type shackle provides an inferior connection.
5568: You are tending the lifeline of a man who entered a
compartment using a breathing apparatus. How many tugs
on the lifeline indicate the man should back out?
5571: Which two components pass through the shank of an LWT
anchor?
A: Anchor shackle and stock
B: Tripping palm and flukes
C: Crown and chocks
D: Swivel and stabilizer bar
5573: To develop maximum anchor holding power, the optimum angle
between the anchor's shank and the mooring lines is _______.
A: 0 degrees
B: 10 degrees
C: 20 degrees
D: 30 degrees
5574: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 2.8 ft
B: Available GM 3.2 ft
C: Available GM 3.5 ft
D: Available GM 3.8 ft
5575: Increasing the area of the anchor flukes will ___________.
A: increase holding power
B: decrease holding power
C: make penetration more complete
D: not effect holding power
5577: What is the advantage of a single streamlined fluke anchor
over a double fluked anchor of similar weight?
A: It has multiple fluke angle settings.
B: It has increased holding power.
C: It holds well with either side down.
D: It is easier to handle on an anchor boat.
5585: Cable tension for catenary calculations is taken at
the _________.
A: chain locker
B: fairlead
C: anchor
D: contact point of chain with seabed
5586: Your drafts are: FWD 17'-09", AFT 21'-01". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
location of the center of flotation relative to amidships.
A: 5.1 feet forward
B: 4.7 feet forward
C: 2.6 feet aft
D: 0.8 foot forward
5587: What is the primary disadvantage of a permanent chain chaser
system?
A: It requires anchor handling boats with more horsepower.
B: Chain chasers work in shallow water only.
C: Chain chasers will not work with piggyback anchors.
D: It takes longer to deploy anchors using chain chasers.
5591: The major cause of anchor buoy pendant wire failures
is ________.
A: corrosion
B: rough weather
C: defective sockets
D: mishandling
5595: An anchor winch should be equipped with mechanical brakes
capable of holding ___________________.
A: half the breaking strength of the mooring line
B: the full breaking strength of the mooring line
C: the maximum expected tension of the mooring line
D: 50% over the working tension of the mooring line
5597: A chain stripper is used to _________________.
A: prevent chain from clinging to the wildcat
B: clean the marine debris from the chain
C: flake chain from a boat's chain locker
D: clean chain prior to an x-ray inspection
5598: Fire dampers prevent the spread of fire by ___________.
A: direct contact
B: radiation
C: convection
D: conduction
5601: Your semisubmersible drilling unit is moving onto a
location in shallow water with a very hard bottom. What is
the most effective means of maintaining your position at
this location during severe weather?
A: Running out all the anchor chain available
B: Piggyback all anchors and pretension to above the
expected tensions
C: Install fluke angle blocks on all your LWT anchors
D: Remove fluke angle blocks on all your LWT anchors
5603: The full period of motion of the DEEP DRILLER while in
transit is 7 seconds and the maximum pitch angle as seen on
the inclinometers is 4 degrees. From the standpoint of
critical motion, the motion is ___________________.
A: unsatisfactory, change course and speed
B: satisfactory, continue transit
C: unsatisfactory, ballast to survival draft
D: unsatisfactory, place unit in standby
5604: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 2.4 ft
B: Available GM 3.2 ft
C: Available GM 3.5 ft
D: Available GM 3.8 ft
5605: The full period of motion of the DEEP DRILLER while tripping
is 10 seconds and the maximum pitch angle as seen on the
inclinometer is 4 degrees. From the standpoint of critical
motion, the motion is ____________.
A: unsatisfactory, place setback in the pipe racks
B: satisfactory, continue tripping
C: unsatisfactory, deballast to survival draft
D: unsatisfactory, place unit in standby
5611: The full period of motion of the DEEP DRILLER while tripping
is 8 seconds and the maximum pitch angle as seen on the
inclinometers is 4 degrees. From the standpoint of critical
motion, the motion is ______________.
A: unsatisfactory, place setback in the pipe racks
B: satisfactory, continue tripping
C: unsatisfactory, deballast to survival draft
D: unsatisfactory, place unit in standby
5615: Structural stress levels in a MODU are the sum of loading
stresses and stresses due to _______________.
A: environmental loads
B: variable loads
C: ballast loading
D: mooring loads
5616: You are tending the lifeline of a man who entered a tank
using a breathing apparatus. How many tugs on the lifeline
indicate that the man should come out immediately?
5617: Structural stress on a MODU can be reduced by __________.
A: lessening the effect of environmental forces
B: even and symmetrical variable loading
C: local concentration of heavy consumables
D: increasing the metacentric height
5623: The full period of motion of the DEEP DRILLER while tripping
is 10 seconds and the maximum pitch angle as seen on the
inclinometers is 8 degrees. From the standpoint of critical
motion, the motion is ____________.
A: unsatisfactory, place setback in the pipe racks
B: satisfactory, continue tripping
C: unsatisfactory, deballast to survival draft
D: satisfactory, place unit in standby
5625: For a semisubmersible moored in heavy weather conditions,
the leeward lines should be paid out, and the windward lines
adjusted so that _________________.
A: the unit remains as close to the hole as possible
B: several weather lines carry about the same tension
C: at least 1,000 feet of chain lie along the bottom
D: the vertical component of chain tension at the lower
fairlead is not excessive
5627: For a semisubmersible moored in heavy weather conditions,
the weather lines should be adjusted so that several lines
carry about the same tension, and the leeward lines
are _________________.
A: tensioned to reduce weather mooring line tensions
B: paid out to reduce weather mooring line tensions
C: adjusted so that at least 1,000 feet of chain lie along
the bottom
D: adjusted so that the vertical component of chain tension
at the lower fairlead is not excessive
5631: In deballasting to survival draft because of extreme wind
and wave loads, thrusters or propulsion, if available,
should be used to ___________________.
A: reduce windward mooring line tensions
B: reduce leeward mooring line tensions
C: increase leeward mooring line tensions
D: maintain constant mooring line tensions
5633: In ballasting to survival draft, while in transit, due to
extreme wind and wave loads, thrusters or propulsion, if
available, should be used to _________________.
A: reduce windward mooring tensions
B: maintain vessel heading
C: maximize accelerations
D: increase speed of advance
5637: While in transit during heavy weather, the crew aboard a
semisubmersible should be alert to repeated pounding of
waves on the lower bracing. If necessary, the unit should
be ____________________.
A: deballasted to a shallower draft
B: ballasted to survival draft
C: ballasted to a draft in which the KG exceeds the maximum
allowed
D: towed in the trough of the waves
5643: When evacuating the DEEP DRILLER, preparations should
include ________.
A: putting the unit at transit draft
B: activating the emergency power system
C: jettisoning all combustible materials
D: removing all tension from the mooring lines
5644: You are operating an ocean-going vessel of 322 gross tons.
If your vessel does NOT have an oily-water separator then
she must have a fixed piping system to discharge oily
ballast to a shore facility. This system must include
_______________.
A: containment capacity for at least 5 gallons at the tankvents
B: a means to stop each pump near the discharge outlet
C: at least two pumps that may be put in line
D: at least two outlets accessible from the weather deck
5645: On a semisubmersible drilling unit, increasing riser tension
reduces _________________.
A: list
B: KM
C: KG
D: GM
5647: On a semisubmersible drilling unit, increasing riser tension
increases ___________________.
A: KG
B: GM
C: KM
D: free surface moments
5648: The hydrostatic release on the inflatable life rafts on
a fishing vessel must be _____________.
A: replaced annually
B: tested monthly
C: serviced annually
D: overhauled quarterly
5651: On a semisubmersible drilling unit, decreasing riser tension
reduces _________________.
A: KG
B: KM
C: GM
D: free surface moments
5653: On a semisubmersible drilling unit, decreasing riser tension
increases _________________.
A: free surface moments
B: KM
C: GM
D: KG
5655: When the air temperature is just below 32² F, snow FIRST
adheres to _________.
A: surfaces near the waterline
B: vertical surfaces
C: horizontal surfaces
D: leeward surfaces
5665: When clear ice is present while drilling, the vertical
transverse moments of the DEEP DRILLER are increased
by ____________________.
A: 40,402 ft-long tons
B: 42,255 ft-long tons
C: 45,593 ft-long tons
D: 49,280 ft-long tons
5667: When clear ice is present when the DEEP DRILLER is in
transit, the vertical moments are increased by ________.
A: 40,402 ft-long tons
B: 42,255 ft-long tons
C: 45,593 ft-long tons
D: 49,280 ft-long tons
5668: Your drafts are: FWD 16'-02", AFT 18'-02". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
MT1.
A: 935 foot-tons
B: 960 foot-tons
C: 985 foot-tons
D: 1000 foot-tons
5671: When assuming the maximum ice weight accumulation on the
DEEP DRILLER at survival draft, the vertical moments are
increased by _________________.
A: 40,402 ft-long tons
B: 42,255 ft-long tons
C: 45,593 ft-long tons
D: 49,280 ft-long tons
5673: The DEEP DRILLER may remain at operating draft instead of
deballasting to survival draft when _______________.
A: critical motion limits have been exceeded
B: waves approach within two feet of the spider deck
C: the maximum wave height is less than 64 feet
D: winds are greater than 70 knots
5677: The DEEP DRILLER may remain at operating draft instead of
deballasting to survival draft when _______________.
A: critical motion limits have not been exceeded
B: waves approach within two feet of the spider deck
C: the maximum wave height is greater than 64 feet
D: winds are greater than 70 knots
5681: The DEEP DRILLER may remain at operating draft instead of
deballasting to survival draft when _________________.
A: critical motion limits have been exceeded
B: waves approach within two feet of the spider deck
C: the maximum wave height is greater than 64 feet
D: winds are less than 70 knots
5683: You should consider placing the drilling operations of the
DEEP DRILLER in standby when _______________.
A: sustained winds exceed 50 knots
B: winds exceed 70 knots
C: critical motion limits have been exceeded
D: waves are greater than 64 feet
5691: In a storm, the windward lines of a MODU's mooring system
provide _________.
A: a positive righting moment
B: an increase in KM
C: a negative restoring force
D: a positive restoring force
5693: In a storm, the leeward lines of a MODU's mooring system
will ______.
A: pull the unit in the same direction that the weather is
pushing it
B: pull the unit in the opposite direction that the weather
is pushing it
C: tend to keep the unit on its original location over the
well head
D: affect the unit's draft and inclination as maximum mooring
tensions are reached
5694: What is the meaning of the signal QU RQ when sent by the
International Code of Signals?
A: This is the call sign of a vessel registered in Latvia.
B: Is anchoring prohibited?
C: Will you lead me to a safe anchorage?
D: Interrogative
5695: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4,
(Drilling). In preparing for approaching heavy weather, the
four leeward mooring lines are slacked. These actions
reduce the _________.
A: natural pitch period
B: metacentric height
C: height of the righting arm
D: righting moment
5697: The motion that can significantly increase mooring line
tension is _________.
A: pitch
B: roll
C: yaw
D: sway
5701: The vessel motion that can significantly affect mooring line
tensions on a MODU is _______.
A: roll
B: yaw
C: surge
D: pitch
5702: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 2.8 ft
B: Available GM 3.2 ft
C: Available GM 3.5 ft
D: Available GM 3.8 ft
5705: The design of a spring buoy helps ___________________.
A: to retrieve the anchor
B: to prevent chafing at the lower end of the pendant
C: to mark the rig's approach to the location
D: an anchor handling vessel back toward the rig
5707: A mooring system that results in a spread system without
anchor buoys is called a _______________________.
A: permanent chasing system
B: wire rope mooring system
C: shepherd's crook mooring system
D: spring buoy mooring system
5708: On a vessel of 6500 tons displacement, a tank 30 ft. long,
32 ft. wide and 18 ft. deep is half filled with liquid
cargo (S.G. 1.048) while the vessel is floating in
saltwater (S.G. 1.026). What is the free surface constant
for this tank?
A: 1152
B: 1336
C: 2390
D: 2731
5711: Installing tandem anchors on the same mooring line is
referred to as ____________________.
A: doubling
B: pretensioning
C: piggybacking
D: paralleling
5713: What pressure must a spring buoy, moored at a 500 foot
depth, withstand?
A: 100 psig
B: 150 psig
C: 225 psig
D: 300 psig
5715: What can cause a lack of oxygen in a chain locker?
A: Absorption
B: Osmosis
C: Evaporation
D: Oxidation
5721: Deficient oxygen content inside a chain locker can be
detected with _______________________.
A: litmus paper
B: combustible gas indicator
C: oxygen breathing apparatus
D: oxygen indicator
5722: Your drafts are: FWD 21'-03", AFT 26'-00". What is the
KM based on the tables in the blue pages of the Stability
Data Reference Book?
A: 25.1 feet
B: 25.4 feet
C: 25.7 feet
D: 26.0 feet
5723: What can be used to measure the percentage of oxygen inside
a chain locker?
A: Flame safety lamp
B: Combustible gas indicator
C: Oxygen indicator
D: H2S meter
5725: Given the same water depth and line tension, the catenary
length of a 90 pound/foot mooring chain in comparison to the
catenary length of a 19 pound/foot wire rope mooring line
will be ____________________.
A: longer
B: identical
C: shorter
D: indeterminable
5727: Given the same water depth and line tension, the length
of the ground cable of a 90 pound/foot mooring chain
compared to the length of the ground cable of a 19 pound/ft
wire rope mooring line will be _________.
A: indeterminable
B: identical
C: shorter
D: longer
5731: Given the same water depth and line tension, the catenary
length of a 19 pound/foot wire rope mooring line in
comparison to the catenary length of a 90 pound/foot mooring
chain will be ________.
A: shorter
B: longer
C: identical
D: indeterminable
5733: Given the same water depth and mooring tension, the length
of the ground cable of a 19 pound/foot wire rope mooring
line in comparison to a 90 pound/foot mooring chain will
be _____________________.
A: shorter
B: identical
C: longer
D: indeterminable
5735: Given the same water depth and mooring tension, the holding
power of a 90 pound/foot chain mooring system in
comparison to the holding power of a 19 pound/foot wire rope
mooring line will be ___________________.
A: weaker
B: greater
C: equal
D: indeterminable
5737: Given the same water depth and line tension, the holding
power of a 19 pound/foot wire rope mooring system in
comparison to the holding power of a 90 pound/foot chain
mooring system will be ________________.
A: weaker
B: equal
C: greater
D: indeterminable
5741: A device commonly used to secure the pendant wire when it is
initially passed to an anchor handling vessel is _________.
A: pelican hook
B: connecting link
C: shackle
D: retaining hook
5743: The safest device used to secure the end of the pendant
wire when it is initially passed to the anchor handling
vessel is a __________________.
A: pelican hook
B: hydraulic deck stopper
C: connecting link
D: shackle
5747: If the water depth is 500 feet, the length of the pendant
wire from the anchor to the buoy is typically _____________.
A: 400 feet
B: 500 feet
C: 600 feet
D: 1000 feet
5751: When piggybacking anchors, the distance between the primary
anchor and the secondary anchor is determined by __________.
A: bottom conditions
B: anchor types
C: water depth
D: workboat winch capacity
5752: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 2.8 ft
B: Available GM 3.2 ft
C: Available GM 3.5 ft
D: Available GM 3.8 ft
5753: The length of chain between the anchor and the end of the
pendant line is called the ________________________.
A: pigtail chain
B: thrash chain
C: crown chain
D: wear chain
5755: Why are symmetric mooring patterns frequently used to keep
MODU's on station?
A: All lines contribute to the holding power of the mooring
system.
B: Environmental forces will probably vary in direction during
the time the MODU is on station.
C: Environmental forces will probably come from the same
direction during the time the MODU is on station.
D: Governmental regulations require this mooring pattern unless
an exemption is issued.
5756: Your drafts are: FWD 21'-03", AFT 21'-09". What is the
KM based on the tables in the blue pages of the Stability
Data Reference Book?
A: 26.5 feet
B: 26.3 feet
C: 25.8 feet
D: 25.5 feet
5757: What determines the minimum size of an anchor buoy?
A: Environmental conditions
B: Water depth
C: Regulatory bodies
D: Deck space on work boat
5763: What is the purpose of a chain stopper?
A: Stops the chain during pay out
B: Secures the chain after is has been stopped
C: Stops off a 6 foot section for inspection
D: Hydraulically cuts anchor chain
5765: Air gap is the vertical distance between the bottom of the
hull and the ____________.
A: still water level
B: wave crest
C: wave crest plus the charted water depth and tidal
corrections
D: wave crest plus the charted water depth and tidal
correction and storm surge
5767: A shepherd's crook is used to _________________.
A: lower spring buoys into the water
B: find an anchor after the buoy has been lost
C: transfer a pennant wire to the anchor handling boat
D: clean chain as it is hauled into the rig
5771: A J-chaser is used to _____________________.
A: transfer a pennant wire to the anchor handling vessel
B: clean chain as it is hauled into the rig
C: lower spring buoys into the water
D: retrieve an anchor after the buoy has been lost
5781: In storm conditions, with the wind and waves from the port
bow of the DEEP DRILLER in 600 feet water depth, the
tensions in mooring line 1 and 2 are 400 kips. Completely
slacking the mooring lines 5 and 6 reduces the tension in
mooring lines 1 and 2 to about _____.
A: 375 kips
B: 330 kips
C: 275 kips
D: 220 kips
5783: In storm conditions in 600 feet of water, completely
slacking the leeward mooring line of the DEEP DRILLER
reduces the tension in that line to about _____.
A: 25 kips
B: 50 kips
C: 75 kips
D: 100 kips
5785: In storm conditions, with the wind and waves from the port
bow of the DEEP DRILLER in 600 feet water depth, the offset
is 9%. Completely slacking mooring lines 5 and 6 reduces
the offset to _____________.
A: 6.5%
B: 5.0%
C: 2.5%
D: 0.0%
5786: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 2.8 ft
B: Available GM 3.2 ft
C: Available GM 3.5 ft
D: Available GM 3.8 ft
5787: In storm conditions, with the wind and waves from the
starboard bow of the DEEP DRILLER in 600 feet water depth,
the offset is 8%. Completely slacking mooring lines 7 and 8
reduces the offset to _______.
A: 6.5%
B: 5.0%
C: 2.5%
D: 0.0%
5791: In storm conditions, with the wind and waves from the port
bow of the DEEP DRILLER in 400 feet water depth, the
tensions in mooring lines 1 and 2 are 400 kips. Completely
slacking the mooring lines 5 and 6 reduces the tension in
mooring lines 1 and 2 to about ______.
A: 375 kips
B: 330 kips
C: 275 kips
D: 220 kips
5793: In storm conditions, with the wind and waves from the
starboard bow of the DEEP DRILLER in 400 feet water depth,
the offset is 7%. Completely slacking mooring lines 7 and 8
reduces the offset to ________.
A: 6.5%
B: 5.0%
C: 4.0%
D: 2.5%
5795: What is the length of the catenary when the DEEP DRILLER is
anchored in 600 feet of water and the anchor line tension is
170 kips?
A: 891 feet
B: 1348 feet
C: 1493 feet
D: 1657 feet
5805: A permanent chain chasing system is used to _______________.
A: clean anchor chain as it's hauled in
B: recover anchors which have lost their buoys
C: run and retrieve anchors
D: prepare anchor chain for inspection
5806: Damage stability is the stability ________________.
A: which exists when the wind speed is less than 50 knots
B: before collision
C: after flooding
D: at the maximum load
5811: The unit used to measure anchor line tensions in the
offshore drilling industry is the _______________________.
A: long ton
B: short ton
C: metric ton
D: Kip
5813: An ideal mooring system would be _____________________.
A: symmetrical and in equilibrium
B: asymmetrical and in flux
C: distorted and in equilibrium
D: concentric and in flux
5814: Your drafts are: FWD 18'-03", AFT 21'-09". What is the KM
based on the tables in the blue pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book?
A: 25.2 feet
B: 25.6 feet
C: 25.9 feet
D: 26.3 feet
5815: What device is used to measure the force exerted on the rig
by a leg of the mooring system?
A: Advanced stability computer
B: Hole position indicator
C: Fathometer
D: Load cell
5817: The two main types of load cells used in mooring tension
gauges are ____________________.
A: distortion and compression
B: hydraulic and mechanical
C: magnetic and applied torque
D: frictionless and hydraulic
5821: Why should you preload a mooring system above your
precalculated operating mooring tensions?
A: This serves as a benchmark for increasing tensions in rough
weather.
B: This allows you to determine existing bottom conditions.
C: This insures that the anchor cable is stretched out in a
straight line.
D: This tests all the components of your mooring equipment.
5823: Your semisubmersible drilling unit is moored on station and
is experiencing winds from the north. What will be the
effect if you increase the length of the anchor chains you
have deployed to the north?
A: It will increase your draft.
B: It will increase your operating tensions.
C: It will increase the holding power of those chains.
D: It will significantly reduce your stability.
5824: The vertical distance between G and M is used as a measure
of _________________.
A: stability at all angles of inclination
B: initial stability
C: stability at angles less than the limit of positive
stability
D: stability at angles less than the downflooding angle
5825: The tension on an anchor cable increases so that the angle
of the catenary to the seabed at the anchor reaches 10
degrees. How will this affect the anchor in sandy soil?
A: It will have no effect.
B: It will increase the holding power.
C: It will reduce the holding power.
D: It will cause the anchor to snag.
5827: When a MODU is afloat in equilibrium, the horizontal
component of mooring line tensions should equal ___________.
A: drilling forces
B: weight forces
C: buoyancy forces
D: environmental forces
5835: The initial tension set in the mooring system of a MODU
establishes the ________.
A: maximum water depth at which drilling operations can be
conducted
B: distance the unit can be offset from the wellbore before
the restoring forces oppose the environmental forces
C: maximum time it will take to disconnect the riser package
in the event of a storm
D: minimum amount of ballast needed to keep the vessel at
operating draft during normal drilling operations
5837: What could cause a significant difference between actual
chain tension and the tension measured by the tensiometer?
A: The type of anchor and mooring line being used
B: The type of bottom in which the MODU is anchored
C: A significant difference between air and water temperature
D: The chain contacting a chock or fairlead between the
tensiometer and the lower swivel fairlead
5845: Yawing can be described as _____________________________.
A: jumping on the tow line as the rig pitches
B: jumping on the tow line as the rig slams into waves
C: veering from side to side on the end of the tow line
D: corkscrew motion due to wave action
5855: A mat-type drilling unit tows more slowly than a jackup
unit due to ______.
A: the drag of the mat
B: its deeper draft
C: its tubular legs
D: the design of the bow
5857: In towing it is desirable for the tug and the MODU to ride
wave crests simultaneously because ________________________.
A: shock loading on the tow line is reduced
B: towing speed is improved
C: the MODU is more visible from the tug
D: the catenary of the tow line is reduced
5858: Your drafts are: FWD 23'-03", AFT 27'-01". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
MT1.
A: 1050 foot-tons
B: 1065 foot-tons
C: 1090 foot-tons
D: 1130 foot-tons
5863: If a MODU under tow starts jumping on its tow line, the most
appropriate action to alleviate the condition is to _______.
A: change course
B: slow down
C: heave to
D: adjust tow line length
5864: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 4.1 ft
B: Available GM 4.3 ft
C: Available GM 4.7 ft
D: Available GM 5.1 ft
5871: The DEEP DRILLER is moored in 600 feet of water. The
tension on anchor line #8 is 190 kips. What is the vertical
component of chain tension for that line?
A: 53.6 long tons
B: 55.3 long tons
C: 84.8 long tons
D: 442.4 long tons
5883: In selecting a tug for moving a MODU, consideration
should be given to its _________________________________.
A: indicated horsepower, bollard pull, and displacement
B: indicated horsepower, maneuverability, and displacement
C: indicated horsepower, bollard pull, and maneuverability
D: bollard pull, displacement, and maneuverability
5893: The effect of ocean currents is usually more evident on a
rig being towed than on a tug navigating independently
because the ______.
A: speed of the tow is less
B: tow line catches the current
C: current causes yawing
D: current will offset the rig
5897: The type of shackle used in making up tow lines to a MODU
should be __________________________.
A: screw pin
B: chain
C: anchor
D: safety
5898: What is the meaning of the signal VJ 8 when sent by the
International Code of Signals?
A: Winds of force 8 are expected.
B: Low clouds cover 8 octants of the sky.
C: You should stop hauling your warps.
D: A gale is expected from the north.
5901: With a rig in tow, there is immediate danger to the tug in
the event of the __________________________.
A: tug losing power
B: tow line parting
C: bridle twisting
D: rig broaching
5902: The most likely location for a liquid fire to occur on a
tanker would be ___________.
A: the midships house
B: at the vent header
C: in the pumproom
D: at the main deck
5903: The signal to man emergency stations on MODU's is _________.
A: 30 seconds on/30 seconds off alternating signal
B: continuous ringing of general alarm signal
C: intermittent ringing of general alarm for not less than
10 seconds
D: announced over PA system
5905: The signal for fire alarm on a MODU must be indicated _____.
A: at each alarm bell
B: at each alarm actuator
C: near all exits
D: on the station bill
5907: The station bill of a MODU must be signed by the __________.
A: person in charge
B: Coast Guard marine inspection officer
C: company safety director
D: entire crew
5911: What information must be entered on the MODU's muster list?
A: Names of all crew members
B: Use and application of special equipment
C: Listing of approved emergency equipment
D: Duties and station of each person during emergencies
5913: If uniformly distributed in the cantilever pipe rack of the
COASTAL DRILLER, how much pipe can be placed in the
cantilever pipe rack area when the cantilever has been
extended 40 feet aft of the transom?
A: 630 kips
B: 609 kips
C: 500 kips
D: 479 kips
5914: On a vessel of 6500 tons displacement, a tank 35 ft. long,
25 ft. wide, and 8 ft. deep is half filled with liquid cargo
(S.G. 1.053) while the vessel is floating in saltwater
(S.G. 1.026). What is the free surface constant for this
tank?
A: 1152
B: 1336
C: 1371
D: 16,036
5915: What is the most vulnerable part of the fire main system on
board an offshore rig?
A: The fire pump
B: Exposed hard piping
C: The hydrant valve
D: The fire hose
5917: What must be located on the discharge side of the pump in a
fire main system?
A: Pressure gauge
B: Strainer
C: Reduction valve
D: International shore connection
5921: Multiple fire pumps may be used for other purposes provided
that one pump is ____________________.
A: on line to the fire main
B: kept available for use on the fire main at all times
C: capable of being connected to the fire main
D: rated at or above 125 psi
5923: The relief valve on a fire pump is set at 25 psi above the
pressure necessary to maintain required fire streams,
or _________.
A: 50 psi
B: 75 psi
C: 125 psi
D: 150 psi
5924: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to bunker with drafts of
FWD 11'-01", AFT 15'-01". After all bunkers are on board,
soundings indicate the tonnages shown. Use the white pages
of The Stability Data Reference Book to determine the free
surface correction.
A: 1.30 feet
B: 1.07 foot
C: 0.96 foot
D: 0.73 foot
5925: When fire pumps are used for other than firefighting
service, each pipe connecting the other service (except for
branch lines used for deck washing) must have a __________.
A: check valve installed in the line
B: shut off valve at a manifold near the pump
C: quick disconnect union within ten feet of the pump
D: regulator in the line set at 125 psi
5927: A fire main system must have enough fire hydrants so that
each accessible space may be sprayed with ____________.
A: a low velocity spray applicator
B: a water spray or solid stream
C: at least two spray patterns of water
D: at least 25 psi delivered pressure
5931: If the charted water depth is 200 feet, the limits of
service for the COASTAL DRILLER require an air gap of _____.
A: 35 feet
B: 32 feet
C: 30 feet
D: 25 feet
5933: Each fire hydrant must have at least one spanner and at
least one _______________.
A: hose rack or reel
B: all purpose nozzle
C: foam applicator
D: pick axe
5934: You are wearing a breathing apparatus inside a tank.
How many tugs on the lifeline should you give to
indicate that you need help?
5935: The size of fire hydrant hose connections must be either
1-1/2 inches or _________.
A: 1 inch
B: 2-1/2 inches
C: 3 inches
D: 3-1/2 inches
5936: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 4.1 ft
B: Available GM 4.3 ft
C: Available GM 4.7 ft
D: Available GM 5.1 ft
5941: Each fire hydrant serving machinery spaces containing oil
fired boilers, internal combustion machinery, or oil fuel
units must be equipped with a _______________.
A: fireman's outfit
B: low-velocity spray applicator
C: marine strainer
D: pick axe
5945: Each part of the fire-main system located on an exposed deck
must be ________________.
A: protected against freezing
B: locked to prevent theft
C: numbered sequentially
D: pressurized at all times
5946: The S.S. AMERICAN RANGER has drafts of: FWD 25'-11",
AFT 26'-11". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 83 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 26'-05.6", AFT 26'-07.5"
B: FWD 26'-06.2", AFT 26'-06.9"
C: FWD 26'-06.8", AFT 26'-06.3"
D: FWD 26'-07.4", AFT 26'-05.7"
5947: Each fire hose coupling on a MODU must have threads
that meet the specifications of the _____________.
A: American Petroleum Institute
B: National Standard Firehose Coupling
C: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
D: Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc.
5951: Control valves of a CO2 system may be located within the
protected space when ______________________.
A: it is impractical to locate them outside
B: there is also a control valve outside
C: the CO2 cylinders are also in the space
D: an automatic heat-sensing trip is installed
5953: The stamped full weight of a 100 lb. CO2 bottle is 314 lbs.
What is the minimum weight of the bottle before it has to
be recharged?
A: 282 lbs.
B: 294 lbs.
C: 300 lbs.
D: 304 lbs.
5955: After using a CO2 extinguisher on a MODU, it should
be ______________.
A: put back in service if some CO2 remains
B: hydrostatically tested
C: retagged
D: recharged
5957: On a MODU, a CO2 extinguisher is checked by _____________.
A: reading the gage pressure
B: weighing the extinguisher
C: discharging a small amount of CO2
D: seeing if the seal has been broken
5958: You are wearing a breathing apparatus inside a tank. How
many tugs on the lifeline should you give to indicate
that you are advancing?
5961: A CO2 extinguisher on a MODU which has lost 10% of its
charge must be ____________.
A: used at the earliest opportunity
B: hydrotested
C: recharged
D: weighed again in one month
5962: Your drafts are: FWD 25'-09", AFT 28'-03". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
location of the center of flotation relative to amidships.
A: 2.6 feet forward
B: 2.1 feet forward
C: at the center of flotation
D: 0.8 foot aft
5963: On a MODU, CO2 extinguishers must be weighed _____________.
A: monthly
B: quarterly
C: semiannually
D: annually
6003: The minimum number of portable C-II fire extinguishers
required on the drill floor of a MODU is _______.
6004: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 4.1 ft
B: Available GM 4.3 ft
C: Available GM 4.7 ft
D: Available GM 5.1 ft
6005: Fire extinguishers of sizes III, IV, and V are designated
as _______.
A: portable
B: semi-portable
C: fixed
D: disposable
6007: On offshore drilling units, each hand-held portable fire
extinguisher, semi-portable fire extinguisher, and fixed
fire extinguisher must be tested and inspected at least
once every ________________________.
A: 12 months
B: 24 months
C: 36 months
D: 48 months
6011: On a MODU, hand portable extinguishers are size(s) _______.
A: II only
B: II and III
C: I and II
D: I only
6013: On a MODU, size III, IV, and V extinguishers are
considered _______.
A: hand portable
B: all purpose
C: fixed extinguishers
D: semi-portable
6015: On a MODU, size I and II extinguishers are considered _____.
A: fixed systems
B: steam generated
C: hand portable
D: semi-portable
6021: Semi-portable extinguishers used on MODU's are sizes ______.
A: II, III, and IV
B: I, II, and III
C: III, IV, and V
D: IV and V
6022: You are in a tank wearing a breathing apparatus
and you desire to return topside. How many tugs of the
lifeline mean "Take up slack"?
6023: On a MODU, an extinguisher with 15 lbs. of CO2 or 10 lbs.
of dry chemical is a size _______.
6027: On a MODU, firefighting equipment must be inspected once
every ______.
A: three months
B: six months
C: twelve months
D: eighteen months
6028: What is the meaning of the following message?
SOS WXYZ WXYZ WXYZ DE KQXY KQXY KQXY RRR SOS
A: Station KQXY is in distress and is calling station WXYZ.
B: Station WXYZ is requesting to know if station KQXY is in
distress.
C: Station KQXY is acknowledging receipt of a distress message
from station WXYZ.
D: Station WXYZ is relaying the distress message of station
KQXY.
6031: On a MODU, a fire drill shall be conducted once every _____.
A: week
B: month
C: crew change
D: other week
6033: During a fire drill on a MODU, what action is required?
A: Start each fire pump
B: Launch and run a lifeboat
C: Inventory rescue and fire equipment
D: Inspect fire hoses
6035: On a MODU, watertight doors should be operated __________.
A: during abandon drill
B: during fire drill
C: weekly
D: when the rig is being moved
6037: When testing fire hoses on offshore drilling units, each
hose must be subjected to a test pressure of at least
___________________.
A: 100 psi
B: 110 psi
C: 120 psi
D: 150 psi
6041: On offshore drilling units, the fire main system must have
enough fire hydrants so that each accessible space may be
sprayed with at least ___________________.
A: one spray pattern
B: two spray patterns
C: three spray patterns
D: four spray patterns
6042: Canvas sails, when not in use, may be damaged if __________.
A: left in the sunlight
B: stowed wet
C: folded frequently
D: washed with soap and water
6047: On offshore drilling units, each fire station is required
to be fitted with a hose which has a nominal length of
____________________.
A: 25 feet
B: 50 feet
C: 75 feet
D: 100 feet
6049: While proceeding to a distress site, you hear the words
"Seelonce mayday" on the radiotelephone. Which action
should you take?
A: Resume base course and speed as your assistance is no
longer required.
B: Acknowledge receipt and advise your course, speed, and ETA.
C: Relay the original distress message as no other vessel has
acknowledged it.
D: Monitor the radiotelephone but do not transmit.
6051: The connection facilities for the international shore
connection required on board offshore drilling units in
international service must be located to provide access
______________________.
A: on either side of the drilling unit
B: as close as possible to the control house
C: on the drill floor
D: on each level of the accommodation space
6055: How often are fire hoses required to be tested on a mobile
offshore drilling unit?
A: Once a week
B: Once a month
C: Once a year
D: During each drill
6061: The international shore connection required on a MODU is
designed to _________.
A: permit discharge of waste oil
B: allow hook up of fire fighting water from a dock or another
vessel
C: satisfy pollution prevention requirements
D: allow emergency use of the fire main for deballasting
6065: A fire pump on a MODU requires 175 psi discharge pressure
to maintain the required 50 psi pitot tube pressure at
the two highest hydrants. The maximum setting for the
relief valve is ___________.
A: 125 psi
B: 175 psi
C: 200 psi
D: 225 psi
6067: On offshore drilling units fitted with fixed CO2 systems,
the system must discharge at least 85 percent of the
required amount of CO2 within __________________.
A: 1 minute
B: 2 minutes
C: 3 minutes
D: 4 minutes
6071: On offshore drilling units fitted with fixed CO2 systems,
the system must withstand a bursting pressure of at least
________________.
A: 5,000 pounds per square inch
B: 6,000 pounds per square inch
C: 8,000 pounds per square inch
D: 10,000 pounds per square inch
6073: Before releasing the CO2 into the space, the alarm for a
fixed CO2 system must sound for at least __________________.
A: 20 seconds
B: 30 seconds
C: 40 seconds
D: 60 seconds
6074: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 4.1 ft
B: Available GM 4.3 ft
C: Available GM 4.7 ft
D: Available GM 5.1 ft
6075: On offshore drilling units fitted with CO2 systems, each
space that contains a cylinder must be vented and designed
to keep temperature in the space at not more than _________.
A: 130² F
B: 150² F
C: 180² F
D: 200² F
6076: You are wearing a breathing apparatus inside a tank. How
many tugs on the lifeline indicate that you are all right?
6077: Operation of the valve control release on a fixed CO2
system must immediately _______________________.
A: release CO2 to the protected space
B: secure all mechanical ventilation in the protected space
C: sound the rig's general alarm signal for a fire
D: sound an alarm in the ballast control room
6083: A fixed CO2 system on a MODU with a capacity of over 300 lbs
(136 kilograms) CO2 which protects spaces other than tanks
must have __________________.
A: two or more releasing stations
B: automatic release in event of a fire
C: an audible alarm and time delay
D: an audible and visible alarm
6084: Your drafts are: FWD 20'-08", AFT 23'-03". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
MT1.
A: 1050 foot-tons
B: 1065 foot-tons
C: 1090 foot-tons
D: 1130 foot-tons
6085: On a MODU, a fixed carbon dioxide or other approved system
must be installed ________________.
A: where oil or chemical drums are stored
B: in all battery storage locations
C: in paint lockers
D: in all of the above locations
6087: Portable Halon extinguishers used on MODU's may use _______.
A: HALON 1301 only
B: HALON 22 only
C: HALON 1211 only
D: HALON 1301 or 1211
6088: What is the meaning of the signal DX RQ when sent by the
International Code of Signals?
A: Are you sinking?
B: The call sign of a vessel registered in the Philippines.
C: The damage can be repaired at sea.
D: There are no tugs available.
6091: Due to the hazards involved with Halon extinguishers on a
MODU, the size II extinguisher may only be used _________.
A: outside
B: on class C fires
C: in an emergency
D: on class B fires
6093: On offshore drilling units where foam systems are installed
on the heliport, the system must be able to discharge
continuously for at least _____________.
A: 5 minutes
B: 6 minutes
C: 8 minutes
D: 10 minutes
6095: Where foam extinguishing systems are provided on a MODU,
each machinery flat in the protected space must have
a(n) __________________.
A: coaming
B: alarm
C: drain
D: fire sensor
6101: What must be provided on a MODU helicopter deck that is
equipped with fueling facilities?
A: Fuel testing station
B: Foam testing station
C: Foam fire protection system
D: Fire alarm
6102: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 5480 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 274.46 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 271.79 feet
B: LCG-FP 272.87 feet
C: LCG-FP 274.04 feet
D: LCG-FP 275.13 feet
6105: The primary danger in helicopter fires on a MODU is _______.
A: burning jet fuel running on to quarters or other areas
B: loss of the mooring system
C: rotating and flying debris
D: heat damage to helicopter structure
6106: The SS AMERICAN MARINER is ready to sail with the load
shown. Use the white pages of The Stability Data Reference
Book to determine the available GM.
A: Available GM 4.3 ft
B: Available GM 4.7 ft
C: Available GM 5.1 ft
D: Available GM 5.5 ft
6107: The preferred agent used in fighting a helicopter crash fire
on a MODU is ____________________.
A: CO2
B: dry chemical
C: water
D: foam
6115: If a mobile offshore drilling rig has four hand
portable fire extinguishers that can be recharged by
personnel on the unit, how many spare charges must be
carried?
6121: The inspection of portable extinguishers on a MODU must
be _______.
A: accomplished by an authorized servicing representative
B: recorded by the person in charge
C: completed every six months
D: All of the above
6123: On offshore drilling units, the minimum required number of
fireman's outfits which must be carried is ____________.
6124: On a vessel of 7000 tons displacement, a tank 35 ft. long,
30 ft. wide and 4 ft. deep is half filled with fuel oil
(S.G. 0.962) while the vessel is floating in saltwater
(S.G. 1.026). What is the free surface constant for
this tank?
A: 2,109
B: 25,974
C: 31,328
D: 909,090
6125: What is the minimum required number of fire axes that must
be carried on a mobile offshore drilling unit?
6127: On offshore drilling units, the minimum number of persons
required to be trained in the use of fireman's outfits is
___________________.
6131: How many fireman's outfits are required on a MODU?
6133: What equipment is included in the fireman's outfit?
A: Chemical protection face shield
B: Approved work vest
C: Self contained breathing apparatus
D: Marlinspike
6157: Smoking in bed on a MODU is prohibited _______________.
A: at all times
B: during evening hours
C: unless another person is present
D: during drilling operations
6175: It is the responsibility of the Master or person in charge
of a MODU to ensure that __________________.
A: the station bill is posted in each compartment
B: temporary personnel and visitors are advised of emergency
stations
C: names of crew members are listed on the station bill
D: no changes are made to the station bill
6177: Fires on a MODU must be reported to the Coast Guard if
there is death, injury resulting in more than 72 hours
incapacitation, or property damage in excess of __________.
A: $ 5,000
B: $10,000
C: $25,000
D: $50,000
6187: A fire in a ballast pumproom can be brought under control
with minimal impact on stability by ____________________.
A: cooling the outside bulkheads with water
B: shutting all sources of air into the compartment
C: closing the sea chest
D: flooding the compartment with salt water
6191: Fighting a rig fire in a watertight compartment with hoses
could reduce the stability of the rig by ______________.
A: progressive downflooding
B: reducing the level of drill water from the storage tanks
C: causing a list due to the water in the compartment
D: reducing the KG to minimum allowable
6193: What is best suited for fighting a fire in a ballast control
room?
A: Automatic sprinkler system
B: Steam smothering system
C: Dry chemical system
D: Carbon dioxide system
6195: Each person on the rig has a designated area to proceed to
in the event of a fire. This assignment is shown clearly
on the rig's ____________.
A: fire fighting plan
B: shipping articles
C: Certificate of Inspection
D: station bill
6196: You are tending the lifeline of a man who entered a
compartment using a breathing apparatus. How many
tugs on the lifeline indicate the man should advance?
6197: Fighting a rig fire in the ballast pumproom with hoses
would adversely affect the stability of the rig most by
_________________________.
A: increasing the permeability of the pumproom
B: reduction of drill water from the storage tanks
C: a list caused by water filling the compartment
D: a reduced KG caused by water filling the compartment
6201: The two courses of action if the underwater hull of a MODU
is severely damaged are to plug the openings and to _____.
A: dewater the compartment
B: establish and maintain flooding boundaries
C: secure power to the compartment
D: counter flood to maintain even keel
6213: When patching holes in the hull of a MODU, pillows, bedding,
and other soft materials can be used as _______.
A: caulking
B: gaskets
C: strongbacks
D: wedges
6225: The procedure of strengthening damaged structures on a MODU
by using wood or steel is called _____________.
A: bracing
B: battening
C: blocking
D: shoring
6233: When shoring a damaged bulkhead on a MODU, effort should be
taken to spread the pressure over the _______________.
A: maximum possible area
B: minimum possible area
C: nearest watertight door
D: nearest longitudinal girder
6241: The objective of shoring the damaged area of a MODU is
to _______.
A: force the warped, bulged, or deformed sections back into
place
B: support and hold the area in the damaged position
C: withstand subsequent additional damage
D: make a watertight seal at the damaged area
6245: On board a mobile offshore drilling unit, the key to the
most rapid and effective response to a man overboard
situation is _________________.
A: well-conducted drills
B: a dedicated crew
C: good equipment
D: good communication
6246: The ventilation system of your ship has fire dampers
restrained by fusible links. Which statement is TRUE?
A: A fusible link will automatically open after a fire is
extinguished and reset the damper.
B: Fusible links must be replaced at every inspection for
certification.
C: Fusible links must be replaced if a damper is activated.
D: Fusible links are tested by applying a source of heat to
them.
6247: Repair of structures on a MODU in the vicinity of liquid
mud handling areas presents what possible hazard?
A: Toxic gasses may be present.
B: Flammable gasses may be present.
C: Liquid muds may flood adjoining spaces.
D: An oxygen-deficient atmosphere may be present.
6248: Your drafts are: FWD 26'-03", AFT 30'-08". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
location of the center of flotation relative to amidships.
A: 2.8 feet forward
B: 2.1 feet forward
C: 1.6 feet forward
D: 1.5 feet forward
6249: Automatic fire dampers in ventilation systems are operated
by use of ___________.
A: heat or smoke detectors
B: C02 system pressure switches
C: remotely operated valves
D: fusible links
6251: Explosive and flammable gasses are most likely to be
encountered on a MODU ______________________.
A: at any location
B: on the drill floor and liquid mud handling areas
C: in bulk storage tanks
D: in machinery spaces
6253: The Coast Guard requires machinery spaces and enclosed mud
handling spaces to have _________________.
A: remote ventilation shutdowns
B: remote pump shutdowns
C: alternative control stations
D: smoke and/or fire detection system
6255: Control of fire on a MODU should be addressed _____________.
A: immediately after restoring vital services
B: immediately
C: following control of flooding
D: following establishment of fire boundaries
6257: If there are a number of survivors in the water after
abandoning a MODU, they should ________.
A: tie themselves to the unit so they won't drift with the
current
B: form a small circular group to create a warmer pocket of
water in the center of the circle
C: send the strongest swimmer to shore for assistance
D: form a raft by lashing their life preservers together
6261: When should the emergency position-indicating radiobeacon
be activated after abandoning a MODU?
A: Immediately
B: After one hour
C: Only when another vessel is in sight
D: Only after sunset
6265: During severe storms when survival becomes a major concern,
it may become necessary to relieve high anchor tensions on
the windward side of the unit by _____________________.
A: deballasting the rig
B: ballasting the rig
C: paying out cable on the windward side
D: paying out cable on the leeward side
6271: During storm conditions on a MODU, the mooring tensions
should be adjusted so that _________.
A: all mooring lines have a different tension
B: the leeward lines have higher tension than the windward
lines
C: the maximum tension of the most heavily loaded line does not
exceed the safe working load
D: all horizontal tension forces on the windward lines are no
greater than the vertical tension forces
6273: During a storm, the chance of fatigue failure of a mooring
line will increase as _________.
A: vessel motions increase
B: mooring tensions decrease
C: KG increases
D: KG decreases
6274: You are fighting a class "B" fire with a portable dry
chemical extinguisher. The discharge should be directed
__________.
A: at the main body of the fire
B: to bank off a bulkhead onto the fire
C: over the top of the fire
D: at the seat of the fire, starting at the near edge
6275: During a storm, the mooring line on a MODU should be long
enough so that the angle between the anchor shank and the
ocean floor is __________.
A: 0²
B: 30²
C: 60²
D: 90²
6276: Your drafts are: FWD 17'-09", AFT 18'-03". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
location of the center of flotation relative to amidships.
A: 5.6 feet forward
B: 5.1 feet forward
C: at the center of flotation
D: 0.8 foot aft
6277: The SS AMERICAN RANGER has drafts of: FWD 22'-03",
AFT 26'-05". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 77 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 22'-08.7", AFT 26'-02.2"
B: FWD 22'-09.3", AFT 26'-01.6"
C: FWD 22'-09.9", AFT 26'-01.0"
D: FWD 22'-10.5", AFT 26'-00.4"
6291: When dragging of an anchor occurs, you must either
reposition it at greater range or _________________.
A: adjust the tensiometer
B: reduce the conductor tension
C: use a piggyback (backing) anchor
D: increase the riser tension
6303: The most doubtful and unpredictable factor in a mooring
system is the _________________.
A: ability of the anchors to hold in a seabed
B: anchor chain catenary length
C: variability of the fairlead
D: angle of the flukes
6305: When dragging of an anchor occurs, you must back it up with
a piggyback (backing) anchor or ___________________.
A: reduce the riser tension
B: reposition it at a greater range
C: change the winch
D: change the anchor heading
6306: An inflatable life raft is thrown into the water from a
sinking vessel. What occurs automatically after the painter
trips the CO2 bottles to inflate the raft?
A: The sea anchor deploys.
B: The floor inflates.
C: If upside down, the craft rights itself.
D: The painter detaches from the raft.
6307: Using high working tensions in the mooring system reduces
the ________________.
A: hook load at drilling depths over 10,000 feet
B: possibility of dragging anchors
C: allowable deck load at operating draft
D: margin between working tension and breaking strength
6308: You are underway at sea when a fire is reported in the
forward part of the vessel. The wind is from dead ahead at
20 knots. You should _________________.
A: remain on course and hold speed
B: change course to put the wind on either beam and increase
speed
C: remain on course but decrease speed
D: change course and put the stern to the wind
6313: The holding power of an anchor increases when the _________.
A: amount of chain lying along the bottom increases
B: length of the catenary is reduced
C: mooring line tension is increased
D: amount of chain lying along the bottom decreases
6387: The vertical height and density of the drilling fluid are
used to determine the ______.
A: casing size
B: hydrostatic pressure of the drilling fluid
C: presence of hydrogen sulfide gasses
D: diameter of the well
6393: Lost circulation can cause a kick or blowout by ___________.
A: creating a flow channel outside the casing and back to
the surface
B: lowering the density of the drilling fluid
C: reducing the mud level in the well
D: contaminating the drilling fluid
6395: The term "lost circulation" refers to situations when
drilling fluid is lost by ________.
A: overflowing the drill nipple
B: making drill string connections
C: flowing into drilled formations
D: an overflow in the mud pits
6397: A well kick while drilling from a MODU will cause ________.
A: increased fluid level in the mud pits
B: decreased fluid level in the mud pits
C: increased cuttings on the shale shaker
D: decreased cuttings on the shale shaker
6401: Why must the drilled hole be filled with drilling mud when
tripping the drill string out of the hole?
A: To maintain circulation to the mud pits
B: To compensate for MODU heave
C: To keep the mud agitated
D: To prevent reduction of fluid head on the formations
6402: Small passenger vessels in ocean service must carry
approved ________________. (small passenger vessel
regulations)
A: life floats
B: buoyant apparatus
C: class C EPIRBs
D: All of the above.
6413: While drilling ahead with 60 foot draft, the DEEP DRILLER
encounters lost circulation and loses 900 bbls. of 16 pounds
per gallon mud to the hole. How much ballast must be taken
on to maintain 60 foot draft?
A: 220 long tons
B: 270 long tons
C: 330 long tons
D: 440 long tons
6415: While drilling ahead with 60 foot draft, the DEEP DRILLER
encounters lost circulation and loses 460 barrels of 16
pounds per gallon mud to the hole. What is the resulting
draft if no additional ballast is taken on?
A: 57 feet
B: 58 feet
C: 59 feet
D: 60 feet
6421: While drilling at 4,000 feet with casing set to 2,000 feet,
the well kicks with mud weight in the hole. Mud pumps are
shut down and the blowout preventer is closed. Compared to
the drilling situation, the pressure on the casing seat will
be _________.
A: unchanged
B: increased
C: reduced
D: indeterminable
6423: The most accurate method for measuring drilling mud required
to fill the hole when drill stem is removed is by use of
a ________________.
A: pit level change
B: pump stroke count
C: trip tank
D: mud return flow indicator
6425: The test for determining the formation fracture pressure
after drilling out a seat is called a _______________.
A: casing test
B: leak off test
C: drill stem test
D: well test
6426: Your drafts are: FWD 21'-03", AFT 26'-00". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
location of the center of flotation relative to amidships.
A: 2.8 feet forward
B: 2.1 feet forward
C: 1.6 feet forward
D: 1.9 feet aft
6445: What is the function of wearing rings found on some
centrifugal pumps?
A: Absorb erosion of high velocity discharge stream
B: Seal pump shaft against entry of air
C: Isolate the outlet side from the inlet side
D: Dampen the turbulent discharge flow
6455: Most drill ships and barges have a walled opening below
the derrick, open to the water's surface and through which
various drilling tools can pass down to the sea floor
called a ___________________.
A: moon pool
B: spider deck opening
C: pontoon
D: keyway
6467: The series of valves used to control the return flow in well
control operations is called the __________________.
A: valve assembly
B: standpipe manifold
C: accumulator manifold
D: choke manifold
6473: On an offshore drilling rig, the pumps which circulate
drilling fluid through the drill string while drilling are
called the ________.
A: circulation pumps
B: mud pumps
C: centrifugal pumps
D: mixing pumps
6475: The pneumatic containers which store bulk dry mud additives
and cement on a MODU are called ________________.
A: mud hoppers
B: bulk bins
C: P-tanks
D: mud tanks
6481: In MODU operations, hoisting and lowering pipe in and out
of the drilled hole is the main function of the ___________.
A: swivel
B: cathead spool
C: drawworks
D: stand pipe
6483: In a conventional drilling system, imparting rotation to
the drill string is a function of the ___________.
A: rotary table
B: swivel
C: motion compensator
D: diverter
6485: The main function of the drawworks on a MODU is to ________.
A: transport tubulars from the pipe racks to the derrick floor
B: maintain constant tension on the marine riser
C: store and secure the excess drill line
D: lower and hoist the drill string into and out of the
drilled hole
6487: For most MODU engines, the fuel is ______________.
A: natural gas
B: diesel oil
C: propane
D: bunker fuel
6491: How wide must the safety net be that is required on the
unprotected perimeter of the helicopter landing deck on
a MODU?
A: 1.0 meter
B: 1.5 meters
C: 2.0 meters
D: 2.5 meters
6492: The SS AMERICAN RANGER has drafts of: FWD 16'-10",
AFT 19'-04". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 73 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 17'-05.6", AFT 18'-11.0"
B: FWD 17'-06.2", AFT 18'-10.4"
C: FWD 17'-06.8", AFT 18'-09.8"
D: FWD 17'-07.4", AFT 18'-09.2"
6493: A helicopter making a round trip from a helideck with
refueling capabilities to an unmanned platform will take 45
minutes each way. The helicopter should be carrying enough
fuel to last _________.
A: 45 minutes
B: 1 hour and 15 minutes
C: 1 hour and 30 minutes
D: 2 hours
6495: A small fuel spillage has occurred during helicopter
refueling. After the leak has been stopped and
fire-control personnel have been notified and are standing
by, the next step is to _______________.
A: proceed with fueling operation
B: have helicopter move to a safer location
C: wash spilled fuel away with a flood of water
D: clean spilled fuel with rags
6496: In a water-tube marine type boiler, after the steam leaves
the generating tubes, in what part of the boiler is
temperature of the steam increased?
A: Mud drum
B: Superheater
C: Economizer
D: Firebox
6497: The only type of helicopter that may be refueled with the
engine running and the blades turning is ______________.
A: a helicopter carrying cargo only
B: a turbine-equipped helicopter
C: a Sikorsky
D: a helicopter carrying injured personnel in an emergency
situation
6501: At a refueling area or fuel facility, smoking or any flame
or spark is prohibited ______________.
A: within 50 feet
B: anywhere on the helideck
C: during refueling operations
D: within 100 feet
6503: If, during helicopter refueling operations, fuel is spilled
on clothing, the person should first _____________.
A: see the medic immediately
B: spray himself with foam or CO2
C: complete his task and then see the medic
D: remove the clothing and wash
6505: A MODU helicopter landing deck on which fueling operations
are conducted must have a fire protection system that is
capable of discharging at 100 psi pressure a foam spray of
at least _________.
A: 30 gallons per minute
B: 40 gallons per minute
C: 50 gallons per minute
D: 60 gallons per minute
6507: Especially in adverse weather, risk of collision with an
offshore supply vessel increases when the vessel is moored
to what side of the unit?
A: Upwind
B: Downwind
C: Crosswind
D: Downcurrent
6513: Consideration should be given in planning for the mooring
orientation in a new location so that in adverse weather a
crane is available to off-load the supply vessel on what
side of the unit?
A: Weather side
B: Leeward side
C: Upwind side
D: Crosswind side
6515: While off-loading from an offshore supply vessel with the
crane, the wind increases in strength and changes direction
significantly, you should _________________.
A: expedite off-loading
B: stop off-loading, but keep the offshore supply vessel in the
present location
C: continue off-loading with no changes
D: move the offshore supply vessel to the downwind side
6517: Prior to backloading portable tanks or drums onto an
offshore supply vessel, check that each tank is _________.
A: painted yellow with diagonal black striping
B: capped and checked for leaks
C: coated with non-corrosive protection
D: mounted on pallets
6521: When cargo aboard a jackup in transit becomes adrift, the
tow vessel should be asked to _____________.
A: turn into the seas
B: turn to be parallel to the seas
C: reduce speed
D: increase speed
6523: On the cargo manifest, the total weight of a box containing
cargo is the ___________________.
A: tare weight
B: net weight
C: gross weight
D: cargo weight
6525: On the cargo manifest, the total weight of an empty cargo
box is the ___________________.
A: tare weight
B: net weight
C: gross weight
D: cargo weight
6527: On the cargo manifest, the gross weight of a box containing
cargo is the weight of the _______________.
A: cargo
B: box
C: cargo and box
D: rate weight
6531: On the cargo manifest, the weight of the cargo inside a box
is called the __________.
A: gross weight
B: net weight
C: light weight
D: rate weight
6533: When loading or discharging dry mud or cement, crew members
should use facial respirator masks and ____________.
A: goggles
B: ear plugs
C: soft-soled boots
D: fireman's outfit
6537: When pumping fuel between an offshore supply vessel (OSV)
and a MODU, there must be direct VHF radio contact between
the offshore supply vessel engineer and the ____________.
A: person in charge of the fuel transfer
B: crane operator
C: ballast control operator
D: barge superintendent
6543: Corrosive liquids and acids should have what kind of label?
A: Skull and crossbones
B: Yellow
C: Red
D: White
6545: Flammable liquids should have what kind of label?
A: Skull and crossbones
B: Yellow
C: Red
D: White
6547: Nonflammable gases should have what kind of label?
A: Skull and crossbones
B: White
C: Green
D: Red
6551: When referring to quantity of barite in a P-tank, ullage is
the ___________________.
A: distance of the barite surface above the tank bottom
B: percentage of barite in the tank
C: distance of the barite surface below the tank cover
D: total weight of barite in UPC (ullages per centimeter)
6553: While taking on fuel oil from an offshore supply vessel, the
transfer hose leaks, causing a sheen in the water. You
should _______.
A: continue transfer operations
B: repair the leak with duct tape
C: reduce the rate of transfer
D: immediately shut down operations
6555: The chemicals in sacks aboard MODU's are palletized to
reduce _______.
A: labor in loading and handling
B: pilferage
C: marking and labeling
D: contamination
6563: When loading or discharging dry mud or cement, crew members
should use goggles and ________________.
A: facial respirator mask
B: ear plugs
C: rubberized boots
D: fireman's outfit
6567: On offshore drilling units, the number of industrial
personnel permitted to be on board during drilling
operations is found on the ___________.
A: Classification Certificate
B: Safety of Life at Sea Certificate
C: U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection
D: Owner's Operation Manual
6571: To determine the number of portable fire extinguishers
required on a mobile offshore drilling unit, you should
check the _______________.
A: hot work permit
B: Certificate of Inspection
C: Safety of Life at Sea Certificate
D: Operations Manual
6573: To determine the number of industrial personnel allowed on
a mobile offshore drilling unit, you should check the
_________________.
A: station bill
B: Safety of Life at Sea Certificate
C: Certificate of Inspection
D: Operations Manual
6575: To determine the number of inflatable life rafts required on
a mobile offshore drilling unit, you should check the
__________________.
A: load line certificate
B: Operations Manual
C: stability letter
D: Certificate of Inspection
6577: According to the regulations for mobile offshore drilling
units, "industrial personnel" are considered to be all
persons carried on the MODU for the sole purpose of carrying
out the industrial business of the unit, except for _______.
A: the operator's representative
B: the crew required by the Certificate of Inspection
C: the galley personnel
D: the designated person in charge
6580: The brickwork surrounding the firebox of a boiler is known
as __________.
A: refractory
B: the screen wall
C: the water wall
D: fire plate
6581: If a fixed foam firefighting system on a MODU is not of the
premix type, a sample of the foam liquid must be tested
by ________________.
A: a Coast Guard inspection officer
B: the safety man aboard the unit
C: the designated person in charge of the unit
D: the manufacturer or his authorized representative
6583: When weight-testing a davit-launched life raft on a mobile
offshore drilling unit, the test weight must be equivalent
to the weight of the raft, its required equipment, and
_______________.
A: 90% of the allowed capacity of persons for the raft
B: 100% of the allowed capacity of the persons for the raft
C: 110% of the allowed capacity of the persons for the raft
D: 120% of the allowed capacity of the persons for the raft
6585: When weight-testing a davit launched life raft on a mobile
offshore drilling unit, the deadweight equivalent for each
person in the allowed capacity of the raft is ___________.
A: 155 pounds
B: 165 pounds
C: 175 pounds
D: 185 pounds
6593: What organization is approved by the Coast Guard for
certifying cranes on mobile offshore drilling units?
A: Minerals Management Service
B: International Maritime Organization
C: American Bureau of Shipping
D: Lloyd's of London
6594: How many B-II fire extinguishers must be in the machinery
space of a 175-foot long fishing vessel propelled by engines
with 2500 brake horsepower?
6595: How often must a rated load test be performed on a crane on
a MODU?
A: Every 12 months
B: Every 24 months
C: Every 36 months
D: Every 48 months
6603: A weathertight door on a MODU must not allow water to
penetrate into the unit in ___________.
A: 50 knot winds
B: 70 knot winds
C: 100 knot winds
D: any sea condition
6604: Fusible-link fire dampers are operated by ___________.
A: the heat of a fire melting the link
B: a break-glass and pull-cable system
C: electrical controls on the bridge
D: a mechanical arm outside the vent duct
6605: All fire hoses on mobile offshore drilling units must be
tested to a pressure of at least __________.
A: 100 psi
B: 110 psi
C: 120 psi
D: 130 psi
6607: To determine the number of Able Seamen required on a mobile
offshore drilling unit, you should check the ____________.
A: load line certificate
B: Operations Manual
C: Safety of Life at Sea Certificate
D: Certificate of Inspection
6611: Any firefighting equipment that is carried in addition to
the minimum required number on a MODU must _____________.
A: meet the applicable standards
B: be marked as additional equipment
C: be stowed in a separate area
D: All of the above
6613: What class of bulkhead is required around the galley on
a MODU?
A: Class A
B: Class B
C: Class C
D: Class D
6615: Where are self-closing doors required on a MODU?
A: In the galley
B: In each stairtower
C: To each sleeping room
D: To the engine room
6617: On offshore drilling units, sleeping spaces for the regular
personnel employed on board may not berth more than _______.
A: two persons
B: three persons
C: four persons
D: five persons
6618: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 6048 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 270.71 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 267.03 feet
B: LCG-FP 267.92 feet
C: LCG-FP 268.66 feet
D: LCG-FP 269.94 feet
6619: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 6450 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 270.89 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 267.12 feet
B: LCG-FP 268.48 feet
C: LCG-FP 270.97 feet
D: LCG-FP 273.06 feet
6621: Locations on a MODU where flammable hydrocarbon gas or
vapors may accumulate due to drilling operations are
defined as ________________.
A: gaseous locations
B: hazardous locations
C: classified locations
D: designated locations
6623: Each hose in the fuel transfer system for helicopter
refueling must have a _________________.
A: static grounding device
B: quick-disconnect nozzle
C: splash guard
D: vapor recovery system
6624: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine
indicating that a torpedo has been fired in a training
exercise is ___________,
A: red
B: white
C: green
D: red
6625: Each hose in the fuel transfer system for helicopter
refueling must meet the standards of the __________.
A: Federal Aviation Administration
B: Corps of Engineers
C: National Fire Protection Association
D: National Transportation Safety Board
6626: Your drafts are: FWD 23'-03", AFT 24'-01". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the vessels displacement if you are in fresh water.
A: 11,650 tons
B: 11,800 tons
C: 12,000 tons
D: 12,250 tons
6627: A cutoff valve in the fire-main system of a MODU may be
closed to protect the portion of the system on an exposed
deck from ____________.
A: damage from crane operations
B: being used for wash down purposes
C: accidental diversion of flow to wrong location
D: freezing
6631: All portable fire extinguishers must be capable of
being _______.
A: carried by hand to a fire
B: carried or rolled to a fire
C: recharged in the field
D: used on class 'B' fires
6633: For a MODU not on an international voyage, an approved
substitute for an impulse projected rocket-type line
throwing appliance is a _______.
A: spring loaded line thrower
B: hand thrown buoyant line
C: shoulder-type line throwing gun
D: heaving line
6635: What is the minimum required number of ring life buoys on
a MODU?
6637: Of the required ring life buoys for a MODU, how many must
be equipped with a water light?
6641: On a MODU, how many ring buoys are required to have a
buoyant line attached?
A: One ring life buoy
B: One ring life buoy on each side of the MODU
C: Three ring life buoys
D: Two ring life buoys on each side of the MODU
6643: How many adult life jackets are required on board a MODU?
A: Enough for 100 percent of the persons allowed on board
B: One for each work station and industrial work site
C: Enough for 150 percent of the persons allowed on board
D: Both A & B above
6645: Offshore drilling units that are on an international voyage
must have a portable radio apparatus that meets the
requirements of the __________.
A: American Bureau of Shipping
B: Minerals Management Service
C: U.S. Coast Guard
D: Federal Communications Commission
6646: Fire in an engine compartment is best extinguished with
carbon dioxide gas (CO2) and by ___________________.
A: closing the compartment except for the ventilators
B: increasing the air flow to the compartment by blowers
C: leaving the compartment open to the air
D: completely closing the compartment
6647: For means of abandonment of a MODU, which type of
embarkation does not require prior approval by the
Coast Guard?
A: Movable ladders
B: Fixed ladders
C: Safety booms
D: Elevators
6651: The factor of safety, based on the elastic limit of the
material, for the forks used on power operated industrial
trucks aboard a MODU must be at least _______.
A: 2 to 1
B: 3 to 1
C: 4 to 1
D: 5 to 1
6653: Diesel powered industrial trucks on a MODU that are provided
with safeguards to the exhaust, fuel, and electrical systems
are designated _______.
A: DEFE
B: DE
C: DS
D: DES
6655: Power operated cranes used on a MODU must not be powered
by _______.
A: diesel engines
B: chargeable batteries
C: electric motors
D: gasoline engines
6657: The design specifications for cranes and crane foundations
on MODU's are set and published by the _______.
A: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
B: American Petroleum Institute
C: Society of Petroleum Engineers
D: American Society of Civil Engineers
6660: Your drafts are: FWD 24'-09", AFT 27'-02". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the vessels displacement if you are in fresh water.
A: 13,175 tons
B: 13,350 tons
C: 13,590 tons
D: 13,700 tons
6661: On a self-elevating drilling unit, draft marks must be
located _____.
A: near each corner of the hull
B: at frame O, port and starboard
C: at bow and stern on the centerline
D: on each leg
6663: A branch line valve of a fire extinguishing system on a MODU
must be marked with the __________.
A: maximum pressure allowed at that branch
B: name of the space or spaces which it serves
C: date of the last maintenance inspection
D: pressure needed to maintain an effective stream at that
point
6665: On a MODU, a cabinet or space containing the controls or
valves for the fixed firefighting system must be ________.
A: posted with instructions on the operation of the system
B: ventilated and equipped with explosion-proof switches
C: painted with red and black diagonal stripes
D: equipped with a battery powered source of emergency lighting
6667: On a MODU, the locker or space containing the self-contained
breathing apparatus must _________.
A: be located in close proximity to the main control station
B: be equipped with battery powered emergency lighting
C: be marked "SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS"
D: All of the above
6671: Each hand portable fire extinguisher on a MODU must be
marked with ________.
A: the name of the unit on which it is located
B: the date that it was installed on the unit
C: the names of the individuals qualified to use it
D: an identification number different from other extinguishers
on the unit
6673: Each emergency light on a MODU must be marked with _____.
A: the letter "E"
B: an arrow pointing to the nearest exit
C: a no-smoking symbol
D: the word "DANGER"
6675: According to the MODU regulations, the capacity of a
life raft is required to be marked __________.
A: on the station bill
B: on a sign next to the life raft
C: on the Certificate of Inspection
D: in the Operations Manual
6677: The instructions for launching lifeboats and life rafts on a
MODU must be approved by the ________.
A: lease operator
B: Minerals Management Service
C: Coast Guard
D: person-in-charge of the unit
6681: On a MODU, a door that is required to be marked "KEEP
CLOSED" is designed to _______.
A: prevent the passage of flammable gases
B: prevent the passage of poisonous vapors
C: delay the spread of heat and flames
D: maintain watertight integrity
6683: How must each storage tank for helicopter fuel on a MODU
be marked?
A: DANGER - KEEP AWAY
B: DANGER - EXPLOSIVE VAPORS
C: DANGER - NO SMOKING
D: DANGER - FLAMMABLE LIQUID
6684: The SS AMERICAN RANGER has drafts of: FWD 19'-04",
AFT 21'-02". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 68 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 19'-09.7", AFT 20'-10.0"
B: FWD 19'-11.1", AFT 20'-09.4"
C: FWD 19'-11.7", AFT 20'-08.8"
D: FWD 20'-00.3", AFT 20'-08.2"
6685: On a MODU, when may a work vest be substituted for a
required life preserver?
A: To replace a damaged life preserver
B: For use during fire drills
C: For use during boat drills
D: At no time
6686: Your drafts are: FWD 24'-09", AFT 27'-02". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the vessels displacement if you are in salt water.
A: 13,175 tons
B: 13,350 tons
C: 13,490 tons
D: 13,620 tons
6687: A MODU must have a self-contained breathing apparatus to be
used as protection from gas leaking from a refrigeration
unit. To meet this requirement, you may use _______.
A: a gas mask certified by the Mine Safety and Health
Administration
B: the same self-contained breathing apparatus required
with the fireman's outfit
C: an oxygen breathing apparatus, provided that the device
has been inspected within three years
D: a portable ventilation system that will provide a complete
change of air every three minutes
6693: The litter on a MODU must be able to ________.
A: carry at least two injured persons
B: float for at least two hours
C: be used on the types of helicopters serving the unit
D: All of the above
6695: Each buoyant work vest on a MODU must be ________.
A: Coast Guard approved
B: marked with the name of the unit
C: equipped with a water light
D: All of the above
6697: For use as protection from gas leaking from a refrigeration
unit, each MODU must be equipped with a ________.
A: portable ventilation system
B: flame safety lamp
C: self-contained breathing apparatus
D: gas mask
6703: The person-in-charge of a mobile offshore drilling unit must
be designated by the _______.
A: Coast Guard
B: Minerals Management Service
C: operator or his agent
D: owner or his agent
6705: The immersion suit requirements for MODU's apply to units
operating in the Atlantic Ocean above __________.
A: 20² North and below 20² South
B: 25² North and below 25² South
C: 30² North and below 30² South
D: 32² North and below 32² South
6707: The immersion suit requirements apply to MODU's operating in
all waters above ___________.
A: 20ø N and below 25ø S
B: 25ø N and below 30ø S
C: 23ø N and below 23ø S
D: 32ø N and below 32ø S
6711: Immersion suits must be stowed _______________________.
A: in the pilothouse
B: on top of lockers
C: where readily accessible
D: on open deck areas
6713: The light on a life jacket on a MODU must be replaced
_______.
A: when the power source is replaced
B: each year after installation
C: every six months
D: when it is no longer serviceable
6715: The person in charge shall insure that each lifeboat on
a MODU is lowered to the water, launched, and operated at
least once every _______.
A: month
B: 2 months
C: 3 months
D: 6 months
6721: Each hand portable, semi-portable and fixed fire
extinguishing unit on a MODU must be tested and inspected
at least once every _______.
A: six weeks
B: six months
C: twelve months
D: two years
6724: In a water tube marine boiler, what protects the
superheater tubes from the fires of combustion?
A: Water-wall tubes
B: Downcomers
C: Screen tubes
D: Water drums
6725: The person responsible for maintaining clean and sanitary
conditions in the accommodation spaces of a MODU is
the _______.
A: Chief Steward
B: Master or person in charge
C: Chief Engineer
D: Tool Pusher
6731: During the required periodic abandon ship drill aboard a
MODU, each person not assigned duties in the muster list is
_______.
A: instructed in the use of portable fire extinguishers
B: shown a video demonstrating lifeboat launching
C: instructed in the use of life jackets
D: not required to attend the boat drill
6733: The person in charge of a MODU shall insure that the fuel
tank of each motor propelled lifeboat is emptied, and the
fuel is changed at least once every _______.
A: 3 months
B: 6 months
C: 12 months
D: 24 months
6735: On a MODU, each EPIRB or SART must be tested at least once
_______.
A: each week
B: every two weeks
C: each month
D: every two months
6737: Each EPIRB required on a MODU shall be tested using the
integrated test circuit and output indicator every _______.
A: week
B: two weeks
C: month
D: two months
6741: On offshore drilling units operating in U.S. waters, the
service life of rockets for impulse-projected rocket-type
equipment is limited to a period of how many months after
the date of manufacture?
A: 12 months
B: 36 months
C: 42 months
D: 48 months
6742: Low-velocity fog is produced by _______________.
A: inserting an applicator in the combination nozzle
B: putting the handle of the combination nozzle in the vertical
position
C: directing a straight stream of water against the ship's
structure
D: the combination nozzle only when the water pressure exceeds
125 psi
6743: The required fireman's outfits required for MODU's are not
to be used for any other purpose EXCEPT for the _______.
A: oxygen and explosion meter when it is used for detection of
flare gases
B: self-contained breathing apparatus, when used as protection
from gas leaking from a refrigeration unit
C: boots and gloves that are made of rubber or electrically
non-conductive material, if used when repairing electrical
equipment
D: lifeline, if used by personnel entering a compartment which
might be deficient of oxygen
6745: Fire axes required on MODU's must be stored in the enclosure
for fire hoses with the location marked "________".
A: Fire Axe Location
B: Hose Station No. ____
C: Fire Station No. ____
D: Firefighting Equipment
6747: How many people on board a MODU must be trained in the
use of the fireman's outfit?
6753: If not attached to the nozzle, each low-velocity spray
applicator on a MODU must be stowed _______.
A: in a protected area on the main deck
B: inside a machinery space near the entrance
C: next to the fire hydrant to which the fire hose is attached
D: on a rack inside the quarters near the entrance
6755: Each fireman's outfit and its spare equipment on a MODU must
be stowed ________.
A: in a locked cabinet in the machinery space
B: in an unlocked cabinet in the machinery space
C: in a separate and accessible location
D: at a fire hydrant location
6757: In addition to the life jackets stowed at each berth
location, life jackets must be stowed at each watch
station and _______.
A: the mess room
B: each lifeboat
C: each industrial work site
D: each fire station
6761: Each distress signal and self-activated smoke signal must
be replaced not later than the marked date of expiration,
or, from the date of manufacture, not later than _______.
A: 6 months
B: 12 months
C: 24 months
D: 42 months
6765: A qualified person must be assigned as the second in
command of a lifeboat on a MODU if the lifeboat has a
capacity of more than ________.
A: 20 persons
B: 30 persons
C: 40 persons
D: 50 persons
6767: A life preserver or buoyant work vest is required to be worn
on a MODU when a person is _________.
A: working on the rig floor
B: working over water
C: working on the pipe racks
D: operating line throwing equipment
6772: Your drafts are: FWD 23'-03", AFT 27'-01". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the vessels displacement if you are in salt water.
A: 12,750 tons
B: 12,900 tons
C: 13,150 tons
D: 13,250 tons
6773: Chain suspension ladders on a MODU must be replaced by fixed
ladders if the required chain suspension ladder _______.
A: has been sent in for repair
B: cannot be supported against a vertical flat surface
C: does not extend to the water when the MODU lists 15 degrees
D: is not equipped with vertical guard rails on either side
6777: Each life jacket on a MODU that has a non-replaceable
power source must be replaced ______.
A: every six months after initial installation
B: every 12 months after initial installation
C: every 24 months after initial installation
D: on or before the expiration date of the power source
6781: The Master or person in charge of a MODU shall insure that
each deck from which lifeboats are launched is _______.
A: surfaced with a nonskid texture
B: roped off to prevent unnecessary access
C: kept clear of any obstructions that would interfere with
launching
D: posted with a list of persons assigned to the lifeboat
6785: Each EPIRB required on a MODU shall be stowed in a manner
which will permit _______.
A: easy access to its storage compartment
B: replacement of the battery without exposure to the weather
C: it to float free if the unit sinks
D: it to remain attached to the unit
6786: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine to
indicate an emergency is _____________.
A: white
B: yellow
C: red
D: green
6791: At the required fire drill conducted aboard a MODU, all
persons must report to their stations and demonstrate their
ability to perform the duties assigned to them _______.
A: by the toolpusher
B: in the station bill
C: by the person conducting the drill
D: at the previous safety meeting
6792: All portable fire extinguishers must be capable of being
______.
A: carried by hand to a fire
B: carried or rolled to a fire
C: recharged in the field
D: used on class 'B' fires
6793: The person on a MODU who is responsible for maintaining the
engineering spaces in a clean and sanitary condition is
the __________.
A: Master, or person in charge
B: Chief Engineer, or engineer in charge if no chief engineer
is required
C: senior mechanic, or mechanic on duty if no senior
mechanic designated
D: senior electrician, or electrician on duty if no senior
electrician designated
6795: Mobile offshore drilling units not required to have an
official logbook shall ___________.
A: maintain a logbook on Form CG-706
B: not be required to maintain a logbook
C: maintain an unofficial logbook
D: report only major events to the OCMI
6797: Where must you record the date of each emergency training
drill conducted on a MODU?
A: In the logook
B: In the Operations Manual
C: On the Certificate of Inspection
D: On the muster list
6801: Where must the 0mster or person in charge of a MODU record
the date of each test of emergency lighting and power
systems and the condition and performance of the equipment?
A: On the Certificate of Inspection
B: On the station bill
C: In the Operations Manual
D: In either the official or unofficial log
6805: The record of tests and inspection of fire fighting
equipment on board a MODU must include _______.
A: the name of the person conducting the test
B: the weight of the charge
C: recommendations for the next test
D: All of the above
6806: A fire has broken out on the stern of your vessel. You
should maneuver your vessel so the wind _________________.
A: blows the fire back toward the vessel
B: comes over the stern
C: comes over the bow
D: comes over either beam
6807: The Master or person in charge of a MODU shall ensure the
crane record book shows _______.
A: the name of the crane operator
B: an entry each time the crane is used
C: date and result of each rated load test
D: the time of day of the test
6811: A mobile offshore drilling unit crane certificate is
required to be maintained _______.
A: on the unit
B: in the company office
C: on file with the OCMI
D: on file with the American Bureau of Shipping
6813: The Master or person in charge of a mobile offshore drilling
unit shall ensure the crane record book shows _______.
A: the name of the operator
B: the American Petroleum Institute name plate data
C: the average load in pounds each usage
D: All of the above
6817: How long must the records of tests and inspections of fire
fighting equipment on board a MODU be retained on board?
A: 6 months
B: 1 year
C: 3 years
D: Until the next inspection for certification
6821: How long shall the Master or person in charge of a MODU
maintaining an unofficial logbook retain this logbook on
board?
A: 6 months
B: 1 year
C: 5 years
D: Until the next inspection for certification
6823: The Master or person in charge of a MODU is required to
log _______.
A: the date and hour of each fire drill
B: the names of all persons on board
C: only casualties which occur while underway
D: every event occurring on board
6825: The Master or person in charge of a MODU is required to
log _______.
A: the names of all persons on board
B: only the names of the crew members on board
C: only the names of passengers on board
D: information on emergency training drills
6827: What must be entered in the unofficial logbook by the Master
or person in charge of a mobile offshore drilling unit after
conducting a fire drill?
A: The condition of all fire fighting equipment, watertight
door mechanisms, and valves used during each drill
B: The location of the unit at the time each drill is conducted
C: The name of each crew member who participated in the drill
and their responsibilities
D: All of the above
6831: After conducting an abandonment drill, the Master or person
in charge of a MODU shall log _________________.
A: the names of crew members who participated in the drill
B: the length of time that each motor propelled lifeboat was
operated in the drill
C: the length of time the lifeboat was in the water
D: the time it took to lower the boat
6833: If a drill required by regulations is not completed on a
mobile offshore drilling unit, the Master or person in
charge must ______.
A: report this immediately to the OCMI
B: report this immediately to the Commandant of the Coast Guard
C: log the reason for not completing the drill
D: conduct two of the required drills at the next opportunity
6837: With regard to accommodation spaces on board mobile offshore
drilling units, what must the Master or person in charge
log?
A: The name of each person berthed in each space
B: The date of each inspection of each space
C: The condition of each space at the beginning of a trip
D: The number of persons assigned to each space
6838: What is an advantage of a steam turbine over a diesel for
the main propulsion?
A: Faster response from ahead to astern
B: Less fuel consumption
C: Cheaper initial installation cost
D: Less weight per unit of horsepower
6841: What must the Master or person in charge of a MODU enter in
the logbook after conducting an abandonment drill?
A: The sea condition at the time of the drill
B: Which survival craft was used
C: The names of all crew members participating in the drill
D: The name of the lifeboatman in charge of each boat
6843: With regard to the opening and closing of watertight
integrity appliances not fitted with a remote operating
control or alarm system, what must the Master or person in
charge of a MODU enter in the logbook?
A: The time required to close the appliances
B: The reason for opening or closing each appliance
C: The name of the person performing the opening and closing of
such appliances
D: The fact that the hull indicators functioned or not
6845: After conducting a boat drill on a mobile offshore drilling
unit, what must the Master or person in charge enter in the
in the logbook?
A: Any inoperative equipment and the corrective action taken
B: The name of the lifeboatman in charge of each lifeboat
C: The location of the vessel at the time of the drill
D: The time it took to lower the boat
6847: What must the Master or person in charge of a MODU enter
in the logbook after conducting a boat drill?
A: Which survival craft was used in the drill
B: The number of each lifeboat not lowered during each drill
C: Only the number of each motor propelled lifeboat that is
lowered
D: The length of time an oar propelled lifeboat is rowed
6853: Regulations require that line throwing equipment on mobile
offshore drilling units be tested at regular intervals. What
entry should be made in the logbook?
A: No entry is required unless it is an official logbook.
B: An entry is required only if there is a failure.
C: Only the date of the test
D: The name of the person making the test
6855: The Master or person in charge of a MODU shall ensure the
crane record book shows the _______.
A: date and description of each failure
B: average load in pounds for each usage
C: total number of lifts for each usage
D: All of the above
6856: Fire dampers prevent the spread of fire by ___________.
A: conduction
B: convection
C: radiation
D: direct contact
6857: Prior to getting underway, the Master or person in charge of
a MODU must _______.
A: conduct a fire drill
B: conduct a boat drill
C: log the fore and aft draft marks
D: test the emergency generator
6858: A hydraulic accumulator is designed to _______________.
A: store fluid under pressure
B: act as a fluid reservoir
C: provide overpressure relief
D: replenish fluid to a system
6861: Prior to getting underway in fresh or brackish water, the
Master or person in charge of a MODU must _______.
A: log the density of the water
B: secure all overboard discharges
C: take on fresh water ballast
D: clean the sides with fresh water
6863: When are fore and aft draft readings required to be entered
in the unofficial logbook of a MODU?
A: Once a day
B: Once a week
C: Prior to getting underway
D: Only when entering waters of different density
6867: When must the Master or person in charge of a MODU log the
position of load line marks in relation to the surface of
the water in the logbook?
A: Once a day
B: At the change of every watch
C: Only when in fresh or brackish water
D: Prior to getting underway
6871: Lifeboat winches on mobile offshore drilling units are
required to be inspected and an entry made in the logbook.
How often should this entry be made?
A: Every 3 months
B: Every 6 months
C: Every year
D: Only after conducting a boat drill
6895: Who is responsible for reporting a casualty to a mobile
offshore drilling unit?
A: The pilot
B: The owner
C: The surveyor
D: The engineer
6897: Who shall insure that all records required by regulations
are retained on board a mobile offshore drilling unit
involved in a casualty?
A: Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection
B: Owner
C: Pilot
D: Engineer
6901: In the event of a casualty to a MODU, who is responsible to
make records available to the Coast Guard official
authorized to investigate the casualty?
A: Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection
B: The person who caused the casualty
C: The company man
D: The owner
6903: The Master or person in charge of a MODU is required to
submit a casualty report of an intentional grounding under
what condition?
A: At the owner's discretion
B: If it creates a hazard to navigation
C: If the grounding lasts over 48 hours
D: Under any condition
6905: The Master or person in charge of a MODU is required to
submit a casualty report of an intentional grounding
when it _______.
A: creates a hazard to the vessel
B: will last longer than 24 hours
C: will last longer than 48 hours
D: occurs in international waters
6907: On offshore drilling units, notification shall be given to
the Coast Guard of a casualty if a person is injured and
unable to perform routine duties for ______________________.
A: any amount of time
B: more than 24 hours
C: more than 36 hours
D: more than 72 hours
6908: Topside icing decreases vessel stability because it is
usually off-center and _____________________.
A: increases displacement
B: increases the height of the center of gravity
C: increases draft
D: reduces the pocketing of free surface
6911: According to regulations, a Master or person in charge of a
MODU is required to submit a report of a loss of life _____.
A: only when it happens while underway
B: to the next of kin
C: to the nearest OCMI
D: to the nearest coroner
6913: According to regulations, a Master or person in charge of a
MODU is required to submit a report of a loss of life _____.
A: only when it happens while underway
B: to the next of kin
C: to the nearest Marine Safety or Marine Inspection Office
D: to the nearest coroner
6915: When a MODU is involved in a casualty, the cost of property
damage includes _______.
A: the cost of labor and material to restore the property to
the service condition which existed prior to the casualty
B: the loss of revenues while the unit is being repaired, up
to a maximum of $50,000
C: the damage claims awarded to individuals or companies
involved in the casualty, up to a maximum of $50,000
D: All of the above
6917: Injuries resulting in loss of life or incapacitation,
aboard vessels, must be reported to the _________________.
A: Minerals Management Service
B: American Petroleum Institute
C: U.S. Coast Guard
D: International Association of Drilling Contractors
6921: The notice of casualty to a MODU must include _______.
A: a request for assistance
B: the location of the unit at the time of the casualty
C: an estimate of the cost to repair damages
D: the amount of fuel remaining
6925: After a report of casualty to a mobile offshore drilling
unit, what record must be kept on board?
A: The Oil Record Book
B: The crane record book
C: All chart catalogs
D: The machinery maintenance logbook
6927: Records which must be retained on board after report of
casualty to a MODU include the _______.
A: tour reports
B: hull reports
C: machinery repair record book
D: deck equipment log
6931: A report of casualty to a mobile offshore drilling unit
must include _______.
A: the estimated cost of damage to the unit
B: an evaluation of who was at fault
C: the amount of ballast on board
D: the name of the owner or agent of the unit
6933: Under the regulations for mobile offshore drilling units,
you must submit a casualty report for which occurrence?
A: A man overboard
B: Property damage in excess of $20,000
C: Accidental grounding
D: Loss of an emergency generator
6936: Where must a Class A EPIRB be stowed?
A: Under lock and key
B: In the engine room
C: Where it can float free
D: Inside the fo'c'sle head
6937: A casualty report of an intentional grounding of a MODU is
required under what condition?
A: Under any condition
B: If the grounding lasts over 24 hours
C: If it creates a hazard to the environment
D: At the owner's discretion
6941: On offshore drilling units, any reports of a casualty that
are made are required to be retained on board for a period
of at least _________.
A: 3 months
B: 6 months
C: 12 months
D: 24 months
6943: A written report of casualty to a MODU shall be made _____.
A: within 12 hours of the casualty
B: to the Commandant of the Coast Guard
C: on Form CG 2692
D: only if the damage exceeds $1,500
6945: Which record must be retained on board after a report of
casualty to a mobile offshore drilling unit?
A: Oil Record Book
B: Chart catalogs
C: Personnel list
D: Hull report
6946: Your drafts are: FWD 20'-08, AFT 25'-03". Use the blue pages
of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the MT1.
A: 1130 foot-tons
B: 1095 foot-tons
C: 1070 foot-tons
D: 1025 foot-tons
6947: Which record must be retained on board after a report of
casualty to a MODU?
A: Preventive maintenance log
B: Storage plans
C: Oil Record Book
D: Repair record book
6953: After reporting a casualty to a mobile offshore drilling
unit, which record must be retained on board?
A: Record of drafts
B: Hull reports
C: Anchor record
D: Machinery repair book
6955: Regulations require certain records to be retained on board
a MODU for how long after the report of a casualty?
A: 1 month
B: 3 months
C: 6 months
D: 12 months
6957: Regulations require certain records to be retained on
board for at least 3 months after a MODU is involved in a
casualty or until advised that they are no longer needed on
board by the _______.
A: owner
B: Master
C: person in charge
D: Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection
6961: A report of casualty to a mobile offshore drilling unit must
be made in writing to which office?
A: Commandant of the Coast Guard
B: Owner of the unit
C: Nearest Coast Guard Marine Safety Office
D: Captain of the nearest port
6965: In the case of a casualty involving a MODU, the Master,
owner, agent or person in charge shall make the records
required by regulation available upon request to _______.
A: anyone involved in the casualty
B: any Coast Guard official authorized to investigate the
casualty
C: the local Captain of the Port
D: All of the above
6967: A MODU must report a collision with an aid to navigation
maintained by the Coast Guard to which office?
A: Nearest Oceanographic office
B: The Marine Safety Center at Coast Guard Headquarters
C: National Ocean Service
D: Nearest Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection
6981: The emergency power system for the DEEP DRILLER should be
placed in operation when the weather forecast predicts winds
greater than 90 knots and when __________________.
A: evacuating the unit
B: ballasting
C: deballasting
D: unexpected list and trim exist
6985: The COASTAL DRILLER, while operating with minimal wave
clearance, is inclined 0.5 degrees bow down. Lowering the
stern may place the hull in the wave action. The
recommended course of action is to __________.
A: prepare to take action in case inclination increases
B: jack the hull up on the bow leg
C: jack the hull down on the aft two legs
D: transfer weight, such as drill water, toward the stern
6987: Severe airway burns can cause _____________________.
A: nausea
B: reddening of cheeks
C: complete obstruction of respiratory passages
D: nosebleed
6991: The FIRST treatment of a person suspected of having airway
burns is to __________________________.
A: move him to a cool location
B: maintain an open airway
C: apply a cool damp dressing to his neck
D: have him drink cool liquids
7003: When treating a chemical burn, you should flood the burned
area for at least ________________________.
A: five minutes
B: ten minutes
C: fifteen minutes
D: twenty minutes
7005: Chemical burns are caused by the skin coming in contact
with _______.
A: acids or alkalies
B: diesel oil
C: acids, but not alkalies
D: alkalies, but not acids
7006: What is NOT a function of the steam drum of a marine
water-tube boiler?
A: Receives saturated steam from the generating tubes
B: Serves as a reservoir of boiler feed water
C: Holds internal fittings for separation of moisture from
steam
D: Collects steam exhausted from the turbines
7007: What precaution should be taken when treating burns caused
by contact with dry lime?
A: Water should be applied in a fine spray.
B: The burned area should be immersed in water.
C: The entire burn area should be covered with ointment.
D: Before washing, the lime should be brushed away gently.
7021: The symptoms of heat exhaustion are _____.
A: slow and strong pulse
B: flushed and dry skin
C: slow and deep breathing
D: pale and clammy skin
7023: Heat exhaustion is caused by excessive _______________.
A: loss of body temperature
B: loss of water and salt from the body
C: gain in body temperature
D: intake of water when working or exercising
7025: A patient suffering from heat exhaustion should be___ _____.
A: moved to a cool room and told to lie down
B: kept standing and encouraged to walk slowly and continuously
C: given a glass of water and told to return to work after
15 minutes of rest
D: None of the above are correct
7027: To treat a person suffering from heat exhaustion, you
should _____________.
A: administer artificial respiration
B: put him in a tub of ice water
C: give him sips of cool water
D: cover him with a light cloth
7031: Symptoms of sugar diabetes include __________________.
A: increased appetite and thirst
B: decreased appetite and thirst
C: gain in weight
D: elevated temperature
7032: Overspeed of the diesel engine driving an electric generator
could cause _______________.
A: low voltage trip
B: reverse power trip
C: damage to windings
D: excessive exhaust temperatures
7033: A person with diabetes has been injured. The symptoms of
the onset of a diabetic coma include __________.
A: reduced appetite and thirst
B: sneezing and coughing
C: excessive thirst and fever
D: slurred speech and loss of coordination
7035: If a diabetic suffers an insulin reaction and is conscious,
he should be given ______________________.
A: soda crackers and water
B: orange juice
C: an ounce of whiskey
D: a glass of milk
7037: Epilepsy is a chronic nervous disorder characterized by
______________.
A: severe nausea and cramps
B: muscular convulsions with partial or complete loss of
consciousness
C: sudden thirst and craving for candy
D: severe agitation and desire to get out of closed spaces
7041: A crew member is having an epileptic convulsion. You should
____________.
A: give the victim artificial respiration
B: completely restrain the victim
C: give the victim one 30 mg. tablet of phenobarbital
D: keep the victim from injuring him or herself
7043: While providing assistance to a victim of an epileptic
seizure, it is most important to _______________________.
A: give artificial respiration
B: prevent patient from hurting himself
C: keep the patient awake and make him/her walk if necessary to
keep him/her awake
D: remove any soiled clothing and put the patient in a clean
bed
7046: A fire has broken out on the stern of your vessel. You
should maneuver your vessel so the wind ___________________.
A: blows the fire back toward the vessel
B: comes over either beam
C: comes over the stern
D: comes over the bow
7047: What are symptom(s) of a ruptured appendix?
A: Dilated pupils and shallow breathing
B: Diarrhea and frequent urination
C: Muscle tenseness in almost the entire abdomen
D: Extreme sweating and reddening skin
7051: When a patient is suspected of having appendicitis, the
primary action is to _____.
A: give the patient a laxative to relieve pain
B: give the patient morphine sulfate to relieve pain
C: confine to bed until helicopter arrives
D: give the patient aspirin with a glass of water
7052: The SS AMERICAN MARINER has on board 4850 tons of cargo with
an LCG-FP of 274.46 feet. See the distribution of the cargo
to be loaded. Use the white pages of The Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the final LCG-FP of the cargo.
A: LCG-FP 271.23 feet
B: LCG-FP 270.96 feet
C: LCG-FP 269.52 feet
D: LCG-FP 267.88 feet
7053: When a patient is suspected of having appendicitis, the
pain should be relieved by __________________________.
A: keeping an ice bag over the appendix area
B: giving the patient a laxative
C: giving the patient morphine sulfate
D: giving the patient aspirin with a glass of water
7055: Seasickness is caused by rolling or rocking motions which
affect fluids in the _________________.
A: stomach
B: lower intestines
C: inner ear
D: bladder
7056: Your drafts are: FWD 23'-03", AFT 27'-01". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine
the vessels displacement if you are in fresh water.
A: 12,650 tons
B: 12,900 tons
C: 13,100 tons
D: 13,250 tons
7057: Symptoms of sea sickness include ________________.
A: fever and thirst
B: nausea and dizziness
C: stomach cramps and diarrhea
D: reddening of skin and hives
7058: Blocking open or removing fire dampers can cause __________.
A: fixed foam systems to be ineffective
B: faster cooling of the fire
C: the accumulation of explosive gases
D: the fire to spread through the ventilation system
7061: The primary concern in aiding a back injury patient is
_______________.
A: relieving the patient's pain by giving aspirin or stronger
medication
B: avoiding possible injury to the spinal cord by incorrect
handling
C: preventing convulsions and muscle spasms caused by the pain
D: providing enough fluids to prevent dehydration
7062: You are aboard a life raft in a storm. What should you do
with your Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon?
A: Bring it inside the life raft and leave it on.
B: Bring it inside the life raft and turn it off until the
storm passes.
C: Leave it outside the life raft and leave it on.
D: Leave it outside the life raft but turn it off.
7063: The symptoms of a fractured back are ______________________.
A: leg cramps in the muscles in one or both legs
B: pain and uncontrolled jerking of the legs and arms
C: vomiting and involuntary urination or bowel movement
D: pain at the site of the fracture and possible numbness or
paralysis below the injury
7065: What is the procedure for checking for spinal cord damage in
an unconscious patient?
A: Beginning at the back of the neck, and proceeding to the
buttocks, press the spine to find where it hurts
B: Prick the skin of the hands and the soles of the feet with
a sharp object to check for reaction
C: Selectively raise each arm and each leg and watch patient's
face to see if he registers pain
D: Roll patient onto his stomach and prick along the length of
his spine to check reaction
7066: What does blowing tubes accomplish?
A: Eliminates unburned fuel oil residues from the firebox
B: Increases boiler efficiency
C: Flushes away mineral deposits inside the water tubes
D: Cleans soot deposits from the inside of the stack
7067: An effective method for lifting and carrying patients
with spinal injuries is known as the ______________________.
A: pack-strap carry
B: two man extremities carry
C: fireman's drag
D: four man log roll
7068: Deballasting a double bottom has what affect on KG?
A: KG is increased.
B: KG is decreased.
C: KG is not affected.
D: KG increases at light drafts and decreases at deep drafts.
7071: The sorting of accident victims according to the severity
of their injuries is called _______________________.
A: evaluation
B: triage
C: surveying
D: prioritizing
7072: The SS AMERICAN RANGER has drafts of: FWD 15'-06",
AFT 18'-06". Use the white pages of the Stability Data
Reference Book to determine the drafts if you ballast the
forepeak with 62 tons of seawater.
A: FWD 15'-11.5", AFT 18'-02.7"
B: FWD 16'-00.1", AFT 18'-02.1"
C: FWD 16'-00.7", AFT 18'-01.5"
D: FWD 16'-01.3", AFT 18'-00.9"
7073: Where there are multiple accident victims, which condition
should be the first to receive emergency treatment?
A: Back injuries
B: Major multiple fractures
C: Suspension of breathing
D: Burns
7075: Where there are multiple accident victims, which injuries
should be the FIRST to receive emergency treatment?
A: Major multiple fractures
B: Eye injuries
C: Back injuries with spinal-cord damage
D: Airway and breathing difficulties
7077: Where there are multiple accident victims, which type of
injury should be the first to receive emergency treatment?
A: Severe shock
B: Eye injuries
C: Burns
D: Major multiple fractures
7081: In managing a situation involving multiple injuries, the
rescuer must be able to __________________.
A: provide the necessary medication
B: rapidly evaluate the seriousness of obvious injuries
C: accurately diagnose the ailment or injury
D: prescribe treatment for the victim
7083: What can be determined about an injury from examining the
condition of a victim's pupils?
A: The degree of pain being suffered
B: The degree of vision impairment
C: Whether or not the brain is functioning properly
D: Whether or not the victim's blood pressure is normal
7093: Normal mouth temperature is ________________.
A: 96.4ø F
B: 97.5ø F
C: 98.6ø F
D: 99.7ø F
7096: Convection spreads a fire by _______________.
A: transmitting the heat of a fire through the ship's metal
B: burning liquids flowing into another space
C: heated gases flowing through ventilation systems
D: the transfer of heat across an unobstructed space
7097: What is a convenient and effective system of examining the
body of an injury victim?
A: Check the corresponding (left versus right) parts of
the body.
B: Watch the patient's eyes as you probe parts of the body.
C: Look for discoloration of the patient's skin.
D: Look for uncontrolled vibration or twitching of parts of
the body.
7105: Combustible gas indicators measure the presence of
combustible gas as a percentage of the ___________.
A: flash point
B: upper explosive limit
C: lower explosive limit
D: fire point
7113: Fire extinguishers used on MODU's are numbered by size I
through V, with I being _______________.
A: used for electrical fires only
B: the smallest
C: the most accessible
D: the most effective
7121: CO2 cylinders equipped with pressure actuated discharge
heads will discharge automatically when _______.
A: the discharge valve is open
B: the control box glass is broken
C: pressure from the control cylinders is detected
D: the control cylinders have been completely discharged
7127: Spaces protected by a fixed CO2 system must be equipped
with an alarm which sounds _______.
A: for the first 20 seconds CO2 is being released into the
space
B: for at least 20 seconds prior to release of CO2
C: during the entire period that CO2 is being released
D: if all doors and ventilation are not secured
7131: A safety outlet is provided on the CO2 discharge piping to
prevent _______.
A: over pressurization of the space being flooded
B: rupture of cylinder due to temperature increase
C: over pressurization of the CO2 discharge piping
D: flooding of a space where personnel are present
7135: What is the best instrument for establishing a safe working
area before welding in a confined space?
A: An oxygen indicator
B: A combustible gas indicator
C: A combination combustible gas and oxygen indicator
D: A flame safety lamp
7143: Actuating the CO2 fixed system causes the shutdown of
the _______.
A: fuel supply
B: exhaust ventilation
C: supply and exhaust ventilation
D: mechanical and natural ventilation
7147: What should you do if you have transmitted a distress call
a number of times on channel 16 and have received no reply?
A: Repeat the message using any other channel on which you
might attract attention.
B: Key the microphone several times before transmitting again.
C: Turn up the volume on the receiver before transmitting
again.
D: Report the problem to the head electrician.
7305: If you use obscene, indecent, or profane language over the
radiotelephone, you can be _____________.
A: assessed a fine of up to $5,000, imprisonment of up
to three years, or both
B: assessed a fine not to exceed $10,000, imprisonment
of not more than two years, or both
C: assessed a fine not to exceed $20,000
D: imprisoned up to five years
7307: All VHF marine band radios operate in the simplex mode,
which means that ______________________________.
A: only one person may talk at a time
B: only two persons may talk at the same time
C: the radio only transmits
D: the radio only receives
7311: What is the calling and distress frequency on a single side
band (SSB) marine radiotelephone?
A: 1492 kHz
B: 1892 kHz
C: 2082 kHz
D: 2182 kHz
7313: What is the MOST important thing you should do before
transmitting on a marine radio?
A: Ask for permission.
B: Record the time in your radio log.
C: Press the "push to talk" button three times.
D: Monitor the channel to insure that it is clear.
7317: When sending and receiving messages on the marine radio,
confusion over unusual words can be avoided by using the
__________________________.
A: delimiter switch
B: standard phonetic alphabet
C: low power switch
D: high power switch
7318: A cabinet or space containing the controls or valves for the
fixed firefighting system must be _________________.
A: posted with instructions on the operation of the system
B: ventilated and equipped with explosion-proof switches
C: painted with red and black diagonal stripes
D: equipped with a battery powered source of emergency lighting
7321: The reception of weak radio signals may be improved by
"opening up" the squelch control. What is the normal
setting of the squelch control?
A: Just past the point where background noise is cut off
B: Completely closed with the volume at the highest level
C: Completely open with the volume at the lowest level
D: None of the above
7323: Whenever your marine radio is on, FCC Rules require you to
monitor _______.
A: a commercial ship-to-ship channel
B: the last frequency that was used
C: the distress and calling frequency
D: the radio only if expecting a call
7325: One method of reducing the length of radio transmissions
without distorting the meaning of your words is by using
______________.
A: slang
B: secret codes
C: procedure words
D: analogies
7331: Routine radio communications should be no more than _______.
A: one minute
B: three minutes
C: five minutes
D: eight minutes
7333: You have just tried calling another vessel on the VHF and
they have not replied. How long should you wait before
calling that station again?
A: One minute
B: Two minutes
C: Five minutes
D: Seven minutes
7335: When making VHF radio calls to nearby stations, what level
of transmitting power should you use?
A: Low power
B: Medium power
C: High power
D: Extra high power
7337: If you log a distress message, it must include the
________.
A: sea state
B: names of witnesses
C: time of its occurrence
D: wind direction and velocity
7341: If you know that the vessel you are about to call on the
VHF radio maintains a radio watch on both the working and
the calling frequencies, which frequency should you call
on?
A: Calling frequency
B: Distress frequency
C: Urgency frequency
D: Working frequency
7343: What is maximum power allowed by the FCC for VHF-FM radio
transmissions?
A: One watt
B: Five watts
C: 15 watts
D: 25 watts
7345: What is the average range of vessel-to-vessel VHF-FM radio
communications?
A: 15 to 20 miles
B: 60 to 90 miles
C: 90 to 120 miles
D: 120 to 150 miles
7351: The range of a SSB transmission is MOST affected by _______.
A: atmospheric noise and radiated power
B: the frequency band selected and time of day or night
C: interference and position of the moon
D: radiated power and nearness to shore
7353: The height of a VHF radio antenna is more important than
the power output wattage of the radio because __________.
A: VHF communications are basically "line of sight"
B: the air is more dense the higher you go
C: salt water is a poor conductor of sound
D: sea water absorbs the radiated energy
7355: When do you use your FCC call sign?
A: Only at the beginning of a transmission
B: Only in an emergency
C: Only if asked by the U.S. Coast Guard
D: Always at the beginning and ending of a transmission
7365: What is the minimum required GMT for the DEEP DRILLER in
winds less than 70 knots while at a draft of 60 feet?
A: 0.17 foot
B: 2.62 feet
C: 4.34 feet
D: 9.12 feet
7367: Among the possible causes of unexpected rapidly increasing
inclination of the DEEP DRILLER while on location is ______.
A: consumption of on board variables
B: miscalculation of loads
C: external environmental forces
D: flooding due to column damage
7371: The condition where a MODU on the end of a tow line is
riding a wave crest at the same time as its tug rides a wave
crest is known as riding in ________________________.
A: synchronism
B: harmony
C: check
D: step
7373: When a semisubmersible rig under tow experiences pounding on
the forward transverse brace, the surest way to alleviate
the condition would be to ____________________________.
A: adjust the length of the tow line
B: have the tug slow down
C: ballast down
D: change course
7375: When a semisubmersible rig under tow veers from side to
side on its tow line, the best way of controlling the
action is to ________.
A: trim by the bow
B: trim by the stern
C: play out stern anchor chain
D: adjust the length of the towing bridle
7377: A semisubmersible rig under tow should be ballasted
down if _______.
A: motion begins to be excessive
B: water begins to break over the pontoons
C: period of roll exceeds 12 seconds
D: forward progress is halted by head wind
7381: One way to increase the period of roll on a semisubmersible
rig while under tow is to _____________________________.
A: dump deck tanks into lower hulls
B: plug ballast tank vents
C: head into the waves
D: increase tank free surface
7385: To assure safe boarding and launching of a davit-launched
life raft from a MODU, preparation should include ________.
A: load testing the davit arm and the painter system
B: removing any side protective rails and checking that the
overside and surface level are clear
C: testing the spring loaded drum to assure it will retract
the fall release hook
D: testing to assure that the required lamps are functioning
properly
7387: Prior to boarding from a MODU, a davit-launched life raft
should be well ventilated of excess ______________.
A: hydrocarbon gas
B: carbon monoxide gas
C: carbon dioxide gas
D: freon gas
7388: All marine low-speed diesels are of what design?
A: Four-stroke
B: Two-stroke
C: Electronic ignition
D: Forced exhaust
7391: Personnel boarding a davit-launched life raft from a MODU
should be checked to assure they are not in possession of
or wearing _____.
A: oil stained shoes or clothing
B: sharp objects that may puncture or damage the life raft
C: matches or cigarette lighters
D: drugs or paraphernalia not approved by a medical doctor
7393: When a davit-launched raft is lowered from a MODU, upon
becoming waterborne, the raft is released by _________.
A: activating the release lock of the hook
B: pulling smartly on the knobbed cocking lanyard
C: the effects of buoyancy removing the weight of the raft
from the hook
D: releasing the boarding flap and the bowsing lines
7395: In evacuation from a MODU, an individual without the option
of a survival craft or life raft should enter the water on
the leeward side, except when __________________.
A: there is burning oil on the water
B: there is a rescue craft in the area
C: water temperature is below 40² F
D: a rigid survival craft is in the area
7397: In evacuation from a MODU, an individual without the option
of a survival craft or life raft should enter the water on
the leeward side, except when ____________.
A: there is a rescue craft in the area
B: there is hydrogen sulfide present
C: water temperature is below 40ø F
D: a rigid survival craft is in the area
7401: In evacuation from a MODU, an individual without the option
of a survival craft or life raft should enter the water on
the leeward side, except when _________________.
A: there is a rescue craft in the area
B: water temperature is below 40ø F
C: there is a severe list to the windward side of the MODU
D: a rigid survival craft is in the area
7403: If you must jump from a MODU, your posture should include
_______________.
A: holding down the life preserver against the chest with one
arm crossing the other, covering the mouth and nose with a
hand, and feet together
B: knees bent and held close to the body with both arms
around legs
C: body straight and arms held tightly at the sides for feet
first entry into the water
D: both hands holding the life preserver below the chin, with
knees bent, and legs crossed
7405: VHF Channel 6 is used exclusively for what kind of
communications?
A: Radio checks and time checks
B: Inter-vessel safety and search and rescue
C: Working with helicopters
D: Radio direction finding
7407: Which VHF channel should you avoid using as a working
channel?
7411: What is the spoken emergency signal for a distress signal
over a VHF radio?
A: Red Alert
B: Security
C: Mayday
D: Pan
7412: In the event of a fire, the doors to a stairtower must be
closed to prevent the spread of fire by _______________.
A: ventilation
B: radiation
C: convection
D: conduction
7413: Which spoken emergency signal would you use to call a boat
to come assist a man overboard?
A: Distress signal
B: Urgency signal
C: Safety signal
D: None of the above
7415: What is the spoken emergency signal for a "man overboard"
on the VHF radio?
A: Man Overboard
B: Security
C: Mayday
D: Pan-Pan
7417: You receive a call from the U.S. Coast Guard addressed to
all stations. The call begins with the words "Pan-Pan" (3
times). Which type of emergency signal would this be?
A: Safety signal
B: Urgency signal
C: Distress signal
D: Red alert signal
7421: After receiving your distress call, the U.S.C.G. will ask
you to switch to which SSB frequency?
A: 2570
B: 2670
C: 2770
D: 2870
7423: On which frequencies do Class A EPIRB's operate?
A: 118.5 MHz and 240 MHz
B: 119.5 MHz and 241 MHz
C: 120.5 MHz and 242 MHz
D: 121.5 MHz and 243 MHz
7427: What is the expected range of a VHF radio transmission from
a vessel to a shore station?
A: About 20 miles
B: 50 - 100 miles
C: 100 - 150 miles
D: 150 - 200 miles
7431: What time of day would an SSB radio have the longest
transmitting range?
A: Daylight before noon
B: At noon
C: Daylight after noon
D: During darkness
7575: The upward pressure of displaced water is called __________.
A: buoyancy
B: deadweight
C: draft
D: freeboard
7577: The value of the maximum righting arm depends on the
position of the center of buoyancy and the ________________.
A: longitudinal center of gravity
B: transverse center of gravity
C: downflooding angle
D: vertical location of the center of gravity
7578: When a helicopter is lifting personnel from an enclosed
lifeboat, the other individuals in the boat should ________.
A: enter the water in case the person being lifted slips from
the sling
B: stand on the outside of the boat to assist the person being
lifted
C: remove their life preservers to prepare for their transfer
to the helicopter
D: remain seated inside to provide body weight for stability
7581: For a given displacement, the righting arm has its maximum
value when ________________.
A: KG is minimum
B: angle of inclination is a maximum
C: small-angle stability applies
D: KM is a minimum
7583: Stability is determined by the relationship of the center
of gravity and the _____________________.
A: water depth
B: keel
C: center of flotation
D: center of buoyancy
7587: The geometric center of the underwater volume is known as
the ______.
A: center of flotation
B: tipping center
C: center of gravity
D: center of buoyancy
7591: Stability is determined principally by the location of
the center of gravity and the ______________.
A: aft perpendicular
B: center of buoyancy
C: keel
D: center of flotation
7593: The horizontal distance between the vertical lines of action
of gravity and the buoyant forces is called the ________.
A: righting arm
B: metacentric height
C: metacentric radius
D: height of the center of buoyancy
7595: For a vessel inclined by the wind, multiplying the buoyant
force by the horizontal distance between the lines of action
of the buoyant and gravity forces gives the _________.
A: righting moment
B: vertical moment
C: longitudinal moment
D: transverse moment
7597: In small angle stability theory, the metacenter is located
at the intersection of the inclined vertical centerline and
a vertical line through _________.
7601: At all angles of inclination, the true measure of a vessel's
stability is the _________.
A: metacentric height
B: displacement
C: righting moment
D: inclining moment
7603: Initial stability refers to stability ________.
A: at small angles of inclination
B: when loaded with minimum deck load
C: when at transit draft
D: when GZ is zero
7605: For small angles of inclination, if the KG were equal to the
KM, then the vessel would have _______.
A: positive stability
B: negative stability
C: neutral stability
D: maximum stability
7607: The difference between the height of the metacenter and
the metacentric height is known as _______.
A: righting arm
B: metacentric radius
C: height of the center of buoyancy
D: height of the center of gravity
7613: GM cannot be used as an indicator of stability at all angles
of inclination because ___________.
A: M is not fixed at large angles
B: there is no M at large angles
C: G is not fixed at large angles
D: there is no G at large angles
7617: When a MODU is inclined at a small angle, the center of
buoyancy will _________.
A: remain stationary
B: move toward the low side
C: move toward the high side
D: move to the height of the metacenter
7621: Which statement is TRUE about metacentric height?
A: It is a measure of initial stability.
B: It is located above the center of buoyancy.
C: It is measured vertically above the center of buoyancy.
D: It's determination is the objective of the inclining
experiment.
7623: The weight of the liquid displaced by a vessel floating in
sea water is equal to the ________.
A: weight required to sink the vessel
B: total weight of the vessel
C: displaced volume
D: reserve buoyancy
7625: The original equilibrium position is always unstable
when _______.
A: metacentric height is negative
B: KM is higher than KG
C: KG exceeds maximum allowable limits
D: free surfaces are excessive
7631: At an angle of loll, the capsizing moment is _________.
A: maximum
B: negative
C: positive
D: zero
7635: At an angle of loll, the righting arm (GZ) is _______.
A: maximum
B: negative
C: positive, but reflexive
D: zero
7637: When a floating MODU inclines to an angle slightly less
than the angle of loll, she will __________.
A: capsize
B: incline less
C: flop to the other side
D: return to the angle of loll
7641: In small-angle stability, when external forces exist, the
buoyant force is assumed to act vertically upwards through
the center of buoyancy and through the _______.
A: center of gravity
B: center of flotation
C: metacenter
D: metacentric height
7643: When a vessel is floating upright, the distance from the
keel to the metacenter is called the _________.
A: metacentric radius
B: height of the baseline
C: height of the metacenter
D: righting arm
7645: What abbreviation represents the height of the center of
buoyancy?
7647: The abbreviation GM is used to represent the _______.
A: height of the metacenter
B: righting arm
C: righting moment
D: metacentric height
7648: Buoyant apparatus are required to be fitted or equipped with
all of thefollowing equipment EXCEPT ______________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: life lines
B: paddles
C: water lights
D: painters
7651: When positive stability exists, GZ represents the _______.
A: righting moment
B: center of gravity
C: righting arm
D: metacentric height
7655: In small angle stability, the metacentric height _______.
A: is found in the hydrostatic tables for a level vessel
B: multiplied by the displacement yields the righting moment
C: is always positive
D: is calculated by subtracting KG from KM
7657: The righting moment can be determined by multiplying the
displacement by the _____________________.
A: vertical center of gravity (KG)
B: longitudinal center of gravity (LCG)
C: righting arm (GZ)
D: center of gravity (CG)
7663: Subtracting KGT from KMT yields ___________.
A: BL
B: GMT
C: FSCT
D: KG
7665: Subtracting KGL from KML yields __________.
A: BL
B: GML
C: FSCL
D: KG
7667: Subtracting GMT from KMT yields ___________.
A: BL
B: GMT
C: FSCT
D: KGT
7675: To calculate the free surface correction, it is necessary to
divide the free-surface moments by the __________________.
A: total weight of liquid loads
B: total displacement
C: lightweight
D: deadweight
7677: Reducing free surfaces has the effect of lowering the _____.
A: uncorrected KG
B: virtual height of the center of gravity
C: metacenter
D: metacentric height
7681: The effects of free surface on initial stability depend upon
the dimensions of the surface of the free liquids
and the _________.
A: volume of liquid in the tank
B: volume of displacement of the MODU
C: location of the tank in the MODU
D: height of the center of gravity of the MODU
7682: One major disadvantage of a low-speed diesel as compared
to a steam main-propulsion system is ________________.
A: the extra weight required for the diesel reduction gearing
B: a minimum speed for the engines that limits the minimum
speed of the vessel
C: the higher fuel consumption per SHP
D: the low efficiency of the system when a controllable
pitch propeller is used
7683: Increasing free surfaces has the effect of raising the
_______.
A: uncorrected KG
B: virtual height of the center of gravity
C: metacenter
D: metacentric height
7685: The free surface corrections depend upon the dimensions of
the surface of the free liquids and the _________.
A: volume of liquid in the tank
B: displacement of the MODU
C: location of the tank in the MODU
D: height of the center of gravity of the MODU
7687: When displacement increases, the free surface moments of
slack tanks ____________.
A: increase
B: decrease
C: are inversely proportional
D: remain unchanged
7693: Increasing the number of slack liquid tanks has the effect
of raising the ______________.
A: uncorrected KG
B: maximum allowed KG
C: virtual height of the center of gravity
D: metacentric height
7695: Adding the FSCL to KG yields ______________.
A: KM
B: GM
C: KGT
D: KGL
7697: The distance between the bottom of the hull and the
waterline is called ________________________.
A: tonnage
B: reserve buoyancy
C: draft
D: freeboard
7701: After transferring a weight forward on a vessel, the draft
at the center of flotation will _______.
A: change, depending on the location of the LCG
B: increase
C: decrease
D: remain constant
7703: The average of the forward and after drafts is the ________.
A: mean draft
B: true mean draft
C: mean of the calculated drafts
D: draft at the center of flotation
7713: Your vessel is listing because of a negative GM. To lower G
below M, you should _______________.
A: deballast
B: transfer weight to the high side
C: ballast on the high side
D: add weight symmetrically below G
7725: Reserve buoyancy is the _________.
A: unoccupied space below the waterline
B: volume of intact space above the waterline
C: excess of the buoyant force over the gravity force
D: difference in the buoyant force in salt and fresh waters
7727: When flooding occurs in a damaged vessel, reserve buoyancy
__________.
A: decreases
B: remains the same
C: increases
D: shifts to the low side
7737: The geometric center of the waterplane area is called the
_______.
A: center of buoyancy
B: center of gravity
C: metacenter
D: center of flotation
7747: In the absence of external forces, the center of gravity of
a floating vessel is located directly above the _________.
A: metacenter
B: amidships
C: center of flotation
D: geometric center of the displaced volume
7785: The result of multiplying a weight by a distance is a _____.
A: moment
B: force
C: couple
D: center of gravity location
7786: The straight stream capability of an all-purpose nozzle is
used in fighting a class A fire to _______________.
A: shield fire fighters from radiant heat
B: break up burning material
C: get the most water possible on the fire
D: drive heat and smoke ahead of the fire fighters
7787: A moment is obtained by multiplying a force by its _______.
A: couple
B: lever arm
C: moment of inertia
D: point of application
7805: A tank with internal dimensions of 40 feet X 20 feet X 12
feet is pressed with fuel oil weighing 54 pounds per cubic
foot. What is the weight, in short tons, of the liquid?
A: 518.4 short tons
B: 259.2 short tons
C: 135.0 short tons
D: 11.3 short tons
7841: In a combination chain and wire rope mooring system, the
anchor chain is deployed at the anchor end of the line
to __________.
A: increase fatigue life of the system
B: reduce the time to retrieve the line
C: increase the holding power
D: reduce the catenary
7843: After putting on a self-contained breathing apparatus, you
open the air supply and hear a continuous ringing of a bell.
What does this mean?
A: The unit is working properly.
B: The face mask is not sealed properly.
C: The air bottle needs to be refilled.
D: The air supply hose has a leak.
7845: When the bypass valve of a self-contained breathing device
is opened, the air flows __________.
A: directly to the facepiece
B: directly to the air supply bottle
C: through the regulator
D: from the bottle into the atmosphere
7847: When the mainline valve of a self-contained breathing
apparatus is open, the bypass valve should be ___________.
A: completely open
B: completely closed
C: disconnected
D: partially opened
7951: What is the chief advantage of an SCR or AC-DC system over
a straight DC system for powering drilling rig machinery?
A: Commutators are eliminated.
B: Several machines can be operated from a DC bus.
C: SCR systems are simpler.
D: Required power can be drawn from a common AC bus.
7977: Overspeed of the diesel engine driving an electric
generator could cause _______________.
A: low voltage trip
B: reverse power trip
C: damage to windings
D: excessive exhaust temperatures
8015: In case of damage to the DEEP DRILLER on location, the
immediate objective is to reduce the unexpected inclination
and return the unit to __________________.
A: nearest sheltered port
B: near its original draft
C: drilling
D: survival draft
8035: When the wave period and the apparent rolling period of the
MODU are the same _______.
A: synchronous rolling occurs
B: roll period decreases
C: roll period increases
D: roll amplitude is dampened
8036: Radiation spreads a fire by _____________.
A: transmitting the heat of a fire through the ship's metal
B: burning liquids flowing into another space
C: transferring heat across an unobstructed space
D: heated gases flowing through ventilation systems
8045: At an angle of loll, the righting moment is ________.
A: maximum
B: negative
C: positive
D: zero
8047: An "on-load" release system on a survival craft means the
cable can be released _________________.
A: only when the load is taken off the cable
B: only when there is a load on the cable
C: only when activated by the controls at the lowering station
D: at any time
8051: The "off-load" release system on a survival craft is
designed to be activated _______________.
A: when there is no load on the cable
B: when there is a load on the cable
C: only when the doors are closed
D: when the engine is started
8053: At a speed of 6 knots the fuel aboard a survival craft
should last ________________.
A: 8 hours
B: 12 hours
C: 24 hours
D: 48 hours
8054: A thrust block is designed to ____________.
A: transmit the thrust of the engine to the propeller
B: transmit the thrust of the propeller to the vessel
C: absorb the shock of wave pressure at the bow
D: be placed between the engines and the foundation to
absorb the vibration
8055: When inspecting a survival craft, you should check to
make sure that the _______________.
A: sea anchor is deployed
B: hydraulic starting system has been drained
C: hydraulic pressure is within the specified range
D: steering controls are locked
8061: When drilling from a MODU the weight in air of tubular goods
on the racks is reduced when run into the drilled hole
because of the effect of ____________________.
A: drill string compensators
B: formation pressure
C: buoyancy of the mud
D: vessel motion
8063: Cartridge-operated dry chemical extinguishers used on MODU's
should have the propellant cartridge weighed every _______.
A: 3 months
B: 6 months
C: 12 months
D: 2 years
8071: It is proposed to moor the DEEP DRILLER in 600 feet of water
in a region in which the effective wind velocity could reach
80 knots, significant wave height could reach 30 feet, and
the current could be 1.5 knots. If these conditions
occurred at the same time from the beam, the total
environmental force would be ______________.
A: 620 kips
B: 595 kips
C: 475 kips
D: 425 kips
8073: A person who holds a foreign license can serve as the
ballast control operator to meet manning requirements on
a MODU on waters outside U.S. jurisdiction until
the _________.
A: MODU's contract is completed
B: Certificate of Inspection is renewed
C: MODU returns to a U.S. port
D: Operations Manual is revised
8075: A semisubmersible is more likely to experience structural
stresses during heavy weather when ______________.
A: operating at drilling draft
B: deballasting to survival draft
C: when at survival draft
D: when at transit draft
8077: Progressive flooding on a MODU is controlled by securing
watertight boundaries and _____________.
A: transferring drill water
B: dumping bulk materials
C: pumping out flooded compartments
D: evacuating the unit
8081: What additional precautions should be taken when making
temporary repairs to a MODU that is operating when hydrogen
sulfide is present?
A: Seal off all tank and compartment ventilation.
B: Remove all bulk materials from the P-tanks.
C: Provide respiratory protection and monitoring.
D: All of the above
8091: When preparing a MODU for heavy weather, fuel oil day tanks
should be __________________.
A: pumped overboard to calm the seas
B: drained to the lower hull to reduce free surfaces
C: filled to ensure that sufficient fuel oil is available
during a lengthy emergency
D: partially drained to increase free surfaces in order to
reduce motions
8093: What is the displacement of the DEEP DRILLER with a draft of
19.5 feet in fresh water?
A: 11,932.8 long tons
B: 12,232.8 long tons
C: 12,602.9 long tons
D: 18,919.8 long tons
8103: The COASTAL DRILLER, elevated in 200 feet of water, has two
knots of current and 70 knot winds. With a maximum leg
reaction of 5,840 kips, the maximum wave height for
drilling is _________________.
A: 20 feet
B: 30 feet
C: 35 feet
D: 40 feet
8105: What is the port leg reaction for the COASTAL DRILLER if
the total weight is 15,000 kips, LCG is 120 feet, and TCG
is 1.0?
A: 4,909 kips
B: 4,931 kips
C: 4,950 kips
D: 5,160 kips
8107: What is the minimum required GML for the DEEP DRILLER in
winds less than 70 knots while at a draft of 60 feet?
A: 0.17 foot
B: 2.63 feet
C: 4.34 feet
D: 9.12 feet
8115: When two ballast pumps used for deballasting a single tank
start cavitating, you should ______.
A: open all valves on the discharge side to permit improved
flow
B: close the valve on the discharge side of the pump to
re-acquire suction
C: close the valve on the suction side of the ballast pump to
re-prime the pump
D: shut down one pump
8117: While in transit, the DEEP DRILLER suffers flooding in the
port pump room. Both port bilge pumps are inadequate to
dewater the pump room. You may supplement the bilge pumps
by using the ______.
A: starboard ballast pump
B: port saltwater service pump
C: port drill water pump
D: starboard ballast pump and crossover system
8118: Most medium and slow speed diesels are started by
what medium?
A: Electric starting motors
B: Hydraulics
C: Compressed air
D: Ether
8121: While at operating draft, the DEEP DRILLER suffers flooding
in the port pump room. Both port bilge pumps are inadequate
to dewater the pump room. You may supplement the bilge
pumps with the ________.
A: starboard ballast pump and crossover system
B: port ballast pump
C: port saltwater service pump
D: port drill water pump
8123: To effectively use the crossover system on the DEEP DRILLER
to pump from the low side using a high side ballast pump,
transverse inclinations should not exceed _____.
8125: While in transit, the DEEP DRILLER suffers flooding in the
starboard pump room. Both starboard bilge pumps are
inadequate to dewater the pump room. You may supplement
the performance of the bilge pumps by using the ________.
A: starboard saltwater service pump
B: starboard drill water pump
C: starboard ballast pump
D: port ballast pump and crossover system
8127: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #1 (Rig Move). If the contents of #6 and #7 drill
water tanks are discharged, what would be the new height of
the transverse metacenter?
A: 134.95 feet
B: 135.91 feet
C: 136.38 feet
D: 136.89 feet
8131: The COASTAL DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form
#3 (Drilling). What would be the new sum of longitudinal
moments for the liquid variables if the entire contents of
drill water tank #17 are transferred to drill water tank
A: 181,648 ft-kips
B: 181,718 ft-kips
C: 187,345 ft-kips
D: 195,462 ft-kips
8147: The DEEP DRILLER has a KGL of 53.16 feet while at a draft of
58.0 feet. Although there are no environmental forces, trim
is 2.0 feet by the stern. What is the value of LCG?
A: 2.16 feet
B: 2.26 feet
C: 2.36 feet
D: 2.46 feet
8151: Laying down drill pipe from the derrick of a semisubmersible
on location reduces the _______.
A: natural roll period
B: metacentric height
C: waterplane area
D: righting moment
8153: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 60 feet and a total vertical
moment of 1,012,598 foot-tons, pumps 2,068.7 long tons of
ballast overboard. The VCG of the discharged ballast is
15.0 feet. What is the new height of the center of gravity?
A: 50.62 feet
B: 55.89 feet
C: 60.56 feet
D: 61.16 feet
8155: The moment created by a force of 12,000 tons and a moment
arm of 0.25 foot is _________.
A: 48,000 ft-tons
B: 6,000 ft-tons
C: 3,000 ft-tons
D: 0 ft-tons
8156: Category 1 EPIRBs are required to be carried on board
________.
A: small passenger vessels on the Great Lakes
B: all deep draft vessels
C: fishing industry vessels
D: small passenger vessels
8157: A moment of 300 ft-tons is created by a force of 15,000
tons. What is the moment arm?
A: 50.00 feet
B: 25.00 feet
C: 0.04 foot
D: 0.02 foot
8161: A semisubmersible, displacing 20,500 long tons, has vertical
moments of 1,060,000 foot-long tons. What is the change in
KG if 500 long tons are discharged from a VCG of 120 feet?
A: 1.22 feet downward
B: 1.71 feet downward
C: 1.75 feet downward
D: 2.93 feet downward
8163: The ship's drawings for use when the DEEP DRILLER is
damaged are available in the _____________.
A: wheelhouse under glass
B: toolpusher's quarters
C: OIM's office
D: ballast control room
8165: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #2
(Ballast to Survival), suffers major damage which results in
flooding in tank 1S. Your best countermeasure is to _____.
A: pump from 2S
B: pump from C1S
C: pump from 1S
D: counterflood in 10P
8167: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #2
(Ballast to Survival), suffers major damage which results in
flooding in tank 10S. Your best countermeasure is to ____.
A: pump from 10S
B: pump from C3S
C: pump from 9S
D: counterflood in 1P
8171: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #2
(Ballast to Survival), suffers major damage which results in
flooding in tank C3S. Pumping from tanks in the vicinity of
the damage have proven ineffective. Your best
countermeasure is to _________.
A: counterflood in 1P
B: counterflood in 10S
C: pump from C1P
D: pump from C3S
8173: When elevating the COASTAL DRILLER in 100 feet of water,
the unit should be placed at an air gap of ______.
A: 35 feet
B: 32 feet
C: 30 feet
D: 25 feet
8175: When elevating the COASTAL DRILLER in 150 feet of water,
the unit should be placed at an air gap of ______.
A: 35 feet
B: 32 feet
C: 30 feet
D: 25 feet
8177: When elevating the COASTAL DRILLER in 200 feet of water,
the unit should be placed at an air gap of ______.
A: 35 feet
B: 32 feet
C: 30 feet
D: 25 feet
8181: When the COASTAL DRILLER is afloat, the water for the
saltwater eductor system is provided by _______________.
A: raw water tower pumps
B: fire pumps
C: bilge pumps
D: mud pumps
8183: When extracting the legs from the soil, the hull of the
COASTAL DRILLER may be pulled down until the draft is _____.
A: at the maximum load line draft
B: one foot less than maximum load line draft
C: one foot deeper than maximum load line draft
D: one foot deeper than calculated afloat draft
8184: What is an advantage of diesel over steam turbine
propulsion?
A: Less fuel consumption per SHP
B: Diesel fuel costs less than bunker C or its equivalent
C: Less routine maintenance required
D: Less weight per SHP
8185: When the COASTAL DRILLER is elevated, the water for the
saltwater eductor system is provided by ______________.
A: raw water tower pumps
B: fire pumps
C: bilge pumps
D: mud pumps
8186: Your drafts are: FWD 16'-02", AFT 20'-08". Use the blue
pages of the Stability Data Reference Book to determine the
MT1.
A: 920 foot-tons
B: 935 foot-tons
C: 960 foot-tons
D: 980 foot-tons
8187: The maximum variable load for the COASTAL DRILLER while
elevated in a severe storm is ____________________.
A: 2,381 kips
B: 3,381 kips
C: 7,099 kips
D: 21,297 kips
8191: During a severe storm while the COASTAL DRILLER is elevated,
on board loads must be shifted so that the TCG is on the
centerline and the LCG is ________________.
A: 40.00 feet AF0
B: 68.33 feet AF0
C: 119.44 feet AF0
D: 160.33 feet AF0
8193: In a severe storm while elevated, the drilling loads on the
COASTAL DRILLER must be considered as ___________.
A: hook loads
B: setback loads
C: rotary loads
D: variable loads
8195: The COASTAL DRILLER, while in transit, expects the winds to
increase to 75 knots. In order to meet the stability and
leg strength requirements, the tip-of-can (TOC) position
should be at ________.
A: 0.00 feet (flush with bottom of hull)
B: 1.20 feet
C: 12.38 feet
D: 60.50 feet
8197: If a severe storm threatens the COASTAL DRILLER while
elevated as shown in the Sample Load Form #3 (Drilling), the
variable loads would have to be reduced by _____________.
A: 3,282.5 kips
B: 2,381.0 kips
C: 1,000.0 kips
D: 901.5 kips
8198: On a vessel of 6500 tons displacement, a tank 30 ft. long,
32 ft. wide and 15 ft. deep is half filled with oil cargo
(S.G. 0.948) while the vessel is floating in saltwater
(S.G. 1.026). What is the free surface constant for this
tank?
A: 3240
B: 2731
C: 2162
D: 1336
8201: While on an ocean tow, the COASTAL DRILLER is threatened
with the approach of a severe storm. Including the time
required to place the generators on-line, the approximate
time required to lower the legs from a TOC (tip-of-can)
position of 12.38 feet to 60.5 feet is _____.
A: 8 minutes
B: 32 minutes
C: 40 minutes
D: 47 minutes
8203: While on a normal tow, the COASTAL DRILLER is threatened
with the approach of a severe storm. Including the time
required to place the generators on-line, the approximate
time required to lower the legs from a TOC (tip-of-can)
position of 1.20 feet to 60.50 feet is _____.
A: 8 minutes
B: 32 minutes
C: 47 minutes
D: 55 minutes
8205: While on an ocean tow, the COASTAL DRILLER is threatened
with the approach of a severe storm. The legs should be
lowered so that the TOC (tip-of-can) is lowered from 12.38
feet to _________.
A: 48.12 feet
B: 60.50 feet
C: 68.50 feet
D: 78.50 feet
8207: While on a normal tow, the COASTAL DRILLER is threatened
with the approach of a severe storm. The legs should be
lowered so that the TOC (tip-of-can) is lowered from 1.20
feet to _______.
A: 2.20 feet
B: 12.38 feet
C: 48.12 feet
D: 60.50 feet
8211: When preloading the COASTAL DRILLER, the minimum total
weight shall not be less than ______.
A: 21,497 kips
B: 21,297 kips
C: 17,700 kips
D: 14,400 kips
8213: What fitting should you install in the rig piping to a pump
to facilitate disconnecting the pump for servicing?
A: Coupling
B: Union
C: Flange
D: Nipple
8215: In the piping systems of a MODU, what type of valve gives
the least resistance to fluid flow when fully open?
A: Globe valve
B: Butterfly valve
C: Gate valve
D: Packless valve
8217: What is the purpose of a striker plate?
A: Provides surface for applying force on machinery
B: Provides landing surface for the sounding bob
C: Absorbs machinery vibration
D: Prevents valve stem over-travel
8221: What is the purpose of a vent header?
A: Prevents entry of water into vent systems
B: Prevents passage of flame into fuel tanks
C: Catches overflow
D: Combines individual vent lines into a main
8222: Which will improve stability?
A: Closing watertight doors
B: Pumping the bilges
C: Loading cargo on deck
D: Consuming fuel from a full tank
8223: What is the purpose of a check valve?
A: Passes air but not liquid
B: Regulates liquid flow
C: Permits flow in one direction only
D: Passes liquid but not air
8225: On what type of pump would you find an impeller?
A: Centrifugal
B: Gear
C: Piston
D: Vane
8235: What is the proper direction of flow through a globe valve
when the valve is installed to be in a normally open
position?
A: Direction is unimportant
B: Depends on seat configuration
C: From below the seat
D: From above the seat
8257: When taking soundings on a floating MODU, the tape should
be lowered and brought back quickly to __________.
A: reduce the time the sounding tube is open
B: avoid creating a spark
C: lessen the effect of roll or pitch on the reading
D: lessen the effect of heave on the reading
8261: When taking soundings on a MODU, coating the tape with chalk
helps to ___________________.
A: better identify the correct reading
B: show the depth of any water in an oil tank
C: make the tape roll easier
D: reduce possibility of sparks
8263: When removing the cap from a sounding tube on a MODU, the
sound of air escaping indicates the tank _________________.
A: is full
B: may be partially flooded
C: level has dropped
D: is completely flooded
8275: In a wire rope mooring system, the fairlead sheave should be
a minimum of __________________.
A: 10-18 times the diameter of the wire rope
B: 18-36 times the diameter of the wire rope
C: 36-50 times the diameter of the wire rope
D: 50-75 times the diameter of the wire rope
8277: An effective braking system for windlasses on rigs in deep
water is a(n) __________________.
A: larger chain stopper
B: disc backstopping brake
C: hydraulic clutch
D: electrical regenerative braking system
8281: In storm conditions, when the DEEP DRILLER is in 600 feet
water depth, and the high-line tension (HLT) is 350 kips,
completely slacking the two leeward mooring line tensions
reduces the HLT to _____.
A: 375 kips
B: 275 kips
C: 245 kips
D: 220 kips
8283: When the alarm bell sounds on a self-contained, demand-type
breathing device, how long will reserve air supply last?
A: About 4-5 minutes
B: About 8-10 minutes
C: About 12-15 minutes
D: About 18-20 minutes
8285: The bypass valve on a self-contained breathing device should
be opened if _________.
A: you are entering a space containing poisonous vapors
B: you are entering a space containing explosive gases
C: the regulator of the breathing apparatus malfunctions
D: the facepiece of the breathing device is too tight
8287: Automatic mechanical ventilation shutdown is required for
CO2 systems protecting the __________.
A: machinery spaces
B: cargo compartments
C: living quarters
D: galley
8288: What is NOT used as a stern tube bearing, on a large vessel?
A: Wooden (lignum vitae) strips
B: Hard rubber
C: Resin bonded composition
D: Bronze bushings
8293: Failure of both port-side ballast pumps on the DEEP DRILLER
prevents their use. To dewater from the port forward tanks,
you should use the _________.
A: port saltwater service pump
B: port drill water pump
C: port bilge pumps
D: starboard ballast pump and crossover system
8295: The DEEP DRILLER suffers minor flooding of the port pump
room. If both port bilge pumps fail to dewater the pump
room, you should use the _________.
A: port drill water pump
B: port saltwater service pump
C: port ballast pumps
D: starboard ballast pumps and crossover system
8297: The DEEP DRILLER suffers minor flooding of the starboard
pump room. If both starboard bilge pumps fail to dewater
the pump room, you should use the __________.
A: starboard drill water pump
B: starboard saltwater service pump
C: starboard ballast pumps
D: port ballast pumps and crossover system
8303: On a MODU, if there is a probability of encountering H2S
during the drilling of a well, air movers (bug blowers)
should be installed to dilute concentration of H2S at
the _____________________.
A: pipe rack
B: crown block
C: shale shaker
D: All of the above
8305: Since accumulations of H2S gas on a MODU can be dangerous
to personnel, it is important to know that H2S gas is
__________.
A: lighter than air
B: heavier than air
C: a yellow gas that is easily recognized
D: mildly toxic
8307: The sense of smell cannot be depended upon to detect H2S
because ______________________.
A: it has a smell similar to petroleum products
B: hydrogen sulfide gas is odorless
C: the sense of smell is deadened by the gas
D: it is better to rely on eye irritation as a detector
8311: High concentrations of H2S gas are most dangerous to
personnel because they can ________________.
A: cause involuntary muscle contractions
B: paralyze your breathing system
C: cause eye inflammation
D: cause dizziness
8313: The worst atmospheric condition for dispersion of H2S
is ______.
A: heavy rain
B: gusty winds with rain
C: nearly calm, clear nights or early morning
D: full sun with high winds
8315: The airborne concentrations of substances (such as H2S)
under which nearly all workers may be repeatedly exposed
without adverse effects are called ______________.
A: exposure limits
B: concentration limits
C: threshold limit values
D: substance limit values
8317: The minimum concentration of H2S which can cause death if a
person is exposed for even an instant is ____________.
A: 200 ppm
B: 400 ppm
C: 600 ppm
D: 1000 ppm
8321: The maximum concentration of H2S to which workers may be
regularly exposed without adverse effects is _________.
A: 10 ppm
B: 20 ppm
C: 40 ppm
D: 80 ppm
8323: The Lethal Concentration of H2S that will cause death with
short-term exposure is a minimum of ________.
A: 100 ppm
B: 200 ppm
C: 400 ppm
D: 700 ppm
8325: If H2S exposure is anticipated, fixed monitoring devices
aboard a MODU should have a low level concentration alarm
to alert personnel when H2S concentrations first reach a
maximum of ________.
A: 10 PPM
B: 20 PPM
C: 30 PPM
D: 40 PPM
8327: When H2S has been encountered on a MODU, or is anticipated,
monitoring devices must sound an alarm (which differs from
the lower concentration alarm) or otherwise warn employees
when concentration of H2S reaches or exceeds how many parts
per million?
A: 20
B: 50
C: 100
D: 200
8331: When H2S is burned (flared) on a MODU, what can you expect
to occur?
A: All of the H2S will be converted to SO2.
B: All of the H2S will be converted to hydrogen and free
sulphur.
C: Only 80% of the H2S will be converted to SO2 or free
sulphur.
D: The H2S not converted will not be dangerous.
8332: What type of stern tube bearing has the least friction?
A: Oil-lubricated bearings
B: Lignum vitae
C: Hard rubber
D: Bronze bushings
8333: Individuals who have consumed alcohol within 24 hours of
exposure to H2S can tolerate _______________.
A: unusually large concentrations of H2S
B: smaller than normal concentrations of H2S
C: moderate concentrations of H2S without the usual reactions
D: longer exposure to H2S concentrations
8335: Requirements for H2S preparation and equipment usage aboard
MODU's in U.S. offshore waters are administered by the
_________.
A: U.S. Coast Guard
B: U.S. Corps of Engineers
C: Minerals Management Service
D: American National Standards Institute
8337: What is the percentage of oxygen in a typical sample of
uncontaminated air?
A: 12 percent
B: 15 percent
C: 18 percent
D: 21 percent
8341: Clean air standards referred to as "Grade D" apply to
compressed air for use in ____________________.
A: high pressure fluid accumulators
B: driving air-powered plunger pumps
C: filling open-circuit breathing systems
D: bladder-type accumulators
8342: Blocking open or removing fire dampers can cause __________.
A: the accumulation of explosive gases
B: the fire to spread through the ventilation system
C: faster cooling of the fire
D: fixed foam systems to be ineffective
8343: The probability of sulfide stress cracking in the presence
of hydrogen sulfide is greatest for ________.
A: low strength steel
B: high strength steel
C: rubber sealing elements
D: aluminum
8345: For H2S detection, sensitized tapes indicate H2S presence by
means of discoloration of an exposed spot on the tape. The
shade of the color on the spot depends upon the
concentration of H2S and ____________.
A: air temperature at the time of the exposure
B: air pressure at the time of the exposure
C: humidity at the time of exposure
D: duration of the exposure
8347: All diesel engines are classified as ___________________.
A: four cycle
B: compression ignition
C: vacuum ignition
D: external combustion
8351: What is a pinion in a jacking system?
A: Flexible coupling
B: Flexible shaft
C: Flexible joint
D: Gearwheel
8353: What power source actuates a solenoid valve?
A: Air pressure
B: Hydraulic pressure
C: Electric current
D: Mechanical force
8355: What quality of a diesel fuel is most significant for
efficient combustion?
A: Volatility
B: Viscosity
C: Flash point
D: Specific heat
8357: What is the principle behind dynamic braking as used on an
anchor windlass?
A: Electrical loading
B: Mechanical distribution
C: Compressibility of air
D: Mechanical friction
8361: What is the effect of heated intake air on a diesel
engine?
A: Increases efficiency
B: Increases engine horsepower
C: Increases engine life
D: Reduces engine horsepower
8363: Lubricating oil should be changed on a heavy duty diesel
engine when ______________________________.
A: it gets dark in color
B: a sample rubbed between fingers feels thin
C: it has been in use for a specified interval
D: it no longer supports combustion
8364: Survival craft EPIRBs (Class S) are _________________.
A: permanently mounted in the survival craft
B: portable and stowed for carriage to the survival craft
C: permanently mounted on the bridge wings
D: portable and stowed in the emergency gear locker
8365: How should you warm up a diesel engine that has not been
run for some time?
A: Run it at minimum speed for a period of time.
B: Run it at half speed for a period of time.
C: Bring it to top speed immediately.
D: Inject ether into the air intake.
8367: How would the exhaust of a properly operating diesel engine
appear?
A: Light blue haze
B: Light brown haze
C: Light gray haze
D: Perfectly clear
8371: Each cylinder in a two stroke cycle engine experiences
combustion _________________.
A: once each crankshaft revolution
B: twice each crankshaft revolution
C: every other crankshaft revolution
D: every fourth stroke
8373: How does combustion air enter the cylinder of a two-cycle
diesel engine?
A: Cylinder head valves
B: Ports
C: Turbo chargers
D: Bleeder valves
8375: Maintaining the close tolerances in diesel fuel pumps and
injectors requires the use of ________.
A: fuel/water separators
B: day tanks
C: injector test stand
D: fuel filters
8377: What factor is essential to the proper operation of a
radiator cooled engine?
A: Cooling water pressure
B: Jacket water treatment
C: Air flow through the radiator
D: Low heat of combustion
8381: What are the three basic types of engine starters?
A: Air, water, electric
B: Air, hydraulic, electric
C: Metered, hydraulic, automatic
D: Air, emergency, hydraulic
8383: What does a pyrometer measure on a diesel engine?
A: Water temperature
B: Water pressure
C: Exhaust temperature
D: Air box pressure
8384: A moment of 300 ft-tons is created by a force of 15,000
tons. What is the moment arm?
A: 50.00 feet
B: 25.00 feet
C: 0.04 foot
D: 0.02 foot
8385: What condition will result in the automatic shutdown of a
diesel engine?
A: High jacket water pressure
B: High lube oil pressure
C: Low lube oil pressure
D: Excessive turbo charger speed
8387: On a MODU, the possibility of a blowout makes which
type of diesel engine shutdown desirable?
A: Overspeed trip
B: Air inlet shut-off valve
C: Water injector
D: Fuel cutoff valve
8391: What monitoring device best indicates the load being
carried by a diesel engine?
A: Lube oil pressure gauge
B: Jacket water temperature gauge
C: Tachometer
D: Exhaust pyrometer
8392: You are preparing for what promises to be a rough ocean
passage. Your 120-foot schooner carries a yard on the
foremast about 50 feet above the water. The yard weighs
about 1000 pounds. If you take the yard down and stow it on
deck for the trip, you will ___________________________.
A: decrease the GM
B: give the vessel a gentler roll
C: increase the metacentric height
D: decrease the reserve bouyancy
8393: Diesel engines obtain combustion air through turbo
chargers, blowers, or _____________________.
A: air starters
B: carburetors
C: natural aspiration
D: air receivers
8395: What is the purpose of the intake/exhaust valves in a
diesel engine?
A: They regulate the combustion cycle.
B: They supply cooling water.
C: They synchronize the ignition spark.
D: They supply and regulate the lubricant flow.
8397: What is the best indication of the loading of a diesel
engine?
A: Oil temperature
B: Manifold pressure
C: Exhaust gas temperature
D: Fuel consumption
8403: What is the most probable cause of reduced capacity in a
reciprocating air compressor?
A: Carbon on cylinder heads
B: Faulty unloader
C: Leaking air valves
D: Plugged air cooler
8405: The most serious effect of oxygen retained in a diesel
engine jacket water cooling system is that it ____________.
A: causes corrosion
B: reduces the effectiveness of the coolant
C: can form air pockets which exclude coolant contact with hot
surfaces
D: accelerates formation of hydrogen peroxide deposits
8407: If you are unable to stop a diesel engine by any other
means, you should ___________________.
A: discharge a CO2 extinguisher in the air inlet
B: pull off the distributor cap
C: secure the jacket water
D: secure the starting air supply valve
8411: What is one effect of running a diesel engine at too cool a
temperature?
A: Buildup of sludge in the lubricating system
B: Excessive fuel consumption
C: Severe heat stresses on mechanical parts
D: Foaming of the lubricating oil
8412: When abandoning ship and jumping into the water from a
substantial height, you should _______________.
A: dive head first using your hands to break the surface of the
water
B: hold your arms firmly at your sides and jump feet first
C: throw your life jacket into the water first and then jump
feet first into the water next to it
D: jump feet first, holding onto your life jacket with one hand
while covering your nose and mouth with the other
8413: What would white exhaust smoke from a diesel engine
probably mean?
A: Late fuel injection
B: Excess combustion air
C: Dribbling injector tips
D: Excessive lube oil consumption
8415: The three conditions which cause engine shutdown are
overspeed, low lube oil pressure, and
_____________________.
A: high lube oil pressure
B: high jacket water pressure
C: high jacket water temperature
D: low jacket water pressure
8417: Sudden unloading of a diesel engine can cause _____________.
A: decreased fuel efficiency
B: increased exhaust temperature
C: black smoke
D: overspeed trip
8421: If an engine shuts down due to high jacket water
temperature, what action should be taken?
A: Open crankcase explosion covers
B: Allow engine to cool gradually
C: Slowly add cool water to the expansion tank
D: Back flush the cooling water system
8431: The International Oil Pollution Prevention (IOPP)
Certificate required by MARPOL is issued to U.S. flag MODUs
by the ________.
A: International Maritime Organization
B: U.S. Coast Guard
C: American Bureau of Shipping
D: Environmental Protection Agency
8433: The International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate on a
MODU is valid for a period of ______.
A: one year from the date of issue
B: two years from the date of issue
C: three years from the date of issue
D: four years from the date of issue
8435: A MODU which is required to carry an Oil Record Book must
log in the book _________.
A: discharge of ballast or cleaning water from fuel tanks
B: sounding levels of all fuel tanks on a daily basis
C: the grade and specific gravity of all fuel oil carried
D: fuel consumption rates on a weekly basis
8437: A MODU required to carry an Oil Record Book must maintain
the book on board for ____________.
A: one year
B: two years
C: three years
D: four years
8440: Addition of weight above the center of gravity of a
vessel will ALWAYS _____.
A: reduce initial stability
B: increase righting moments
C: increase GM
D: All of the above
8441: The regulations regarding Oil Record Books do not apply to
MODU's that ________.
A: are on an international voyage
B: are on a voyage of more than 24 hours
C: have a valid International Oil Pollution Prevention
Certificate
D: have a valid National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System permit
8443: The requirement to carry an Oil Record Book does not apply
to a MODU that ______________.
A: is not equipped to discharge overboard any oil or oily
mixture
B: is on an international voyage to a country that is a party
to MARPOL
C: has an International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate
D: has an oily water separator of sufficient capacity for the
oil wastes generated
8445: Under the regulations implementing MARPOL, a mobile offshore
drilling unit is required to have an International Oil
Pollution Prevention (IOPP) Certificate when the unit _____.
A: is drilling on the Outer Continental Shelf
B: moves to a new drilling location in U.S. waters
C: engages in a voyage to a port of another country which
is a party of MARPOL
D: All of the above
8447: Where is thicker plating usually found in the construction
of integral tanks on a MODU?
A: On the outside of the tank
B: At the bottom of the tank
C: At the top of the tank
D: At the center of the tank
8477: You are on a semisubmersible being towed and are concerned
that a fishing vessel is not taking sufficient action to
avoid you. To signal your concern, you should ______.
A: fire a red flare at 15 second intervals
B: fire a green flare at 15 second intervals
C: sound five or more short blasts on the whistle
D: broadcast a Mayday message on the radiotelephone
8481: A jackup 180 feet in length with the LCF at 120 feet AF0
has a true mean draft (draft at LCF) of 10 feet. If the
trim is 3 feet by the stern, what is the draft at the stern?
A: 8.0 feet
B: 9.0 feet
C: 11.0 feet
D: 12.0 feet
8483: A jackup 180 feet in length with the LCF at 120 feet
AFO has a true mean draft (draft at LCF) of 10 feet. If the
trim is 3 feet by the stern, what is the draft at the stern?
A: 8.0 feet
B: 9.0 feet
C: 11.0 feet
D: 12.0 feet
8485: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 60 feet, has a KGL of 55.4
feet and an LCG of 2.43 feet. What is the trim angle?
A: 2² by the head
B: 2² by the stern
C: 4² by the head
D: 4² by the stern
8487: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 19 feet, has a KGL of 59.91
feet and an LCG of 1.57 feet. What is the trim angle?
A: 0.2² by the stern
B: 0.3² by the stern
C: 0.4² by the stern
D: 0.5² by the stern
8491: The DEEP DRILLER, at a draft of 50 feet, has a KGT of 52.12
feet and TCG of 0.5 foot to port of the longitudinal
centerline. What is the list in feet?
A: 2.7 feet to port
B: 5.4 feet to port
C: 5.7 feet to port
D: 10.8 feet to port
8493: What is the value of KML for the DEEP DRILLER at a draft of
60 feet?
A: 59.63 feet
B: 60.16 feet
C: 61.68 feet
D: 61.13 feet
8505: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), discharges a non-liquid load of 275.8 long tons
from a position 130 feet above the keel, 40 feet forward of
amidships, and 30 feet to port of the centerline. What is
the improvement in KGL?
A: 0.67 foot
B: 0.98 foot
C: 1.15 feet
D: 2.06 feet
8506: How many B-II fire extinguishers must be in the machinery
space of a 175-foot long fishing vessel propelled by engines
with 2300 brake horsepower?
8511: An elevated jackup weighs 17,000 kips. Its center of
gravity is located 110 feet aft of frame zero (AF0). What
would be the new LCG if the cantilever (weight 900 kips) and
drill floor (weight 800 kips) were skidded 70 feet aft?
A: 103.0 feet AF0
B: 113.4 feet AF0
C: 117.0 feet AF0
D: 180.0 feet AF0
8513: An elevated jackup weighs 14,000 kips. Its TCG is located
1.0 foot to port of the centerline. What would be the new
TCG for the jackup if the drill floor, weighing 700 kips,
is skidded 10 feet to starboard?
A: 9.00 feet starboard
B: 0.50 foot starboard
C: 0.50 foot port
D: 1.0 foot port
8515: While preparing for a storm when elevated, the total weight
of the COASTAL DRILLER is 14,150 kips, LM are 1,712,150
ft-kips, and TM are -9,905 ft-kips. The starboard leg
reaction is __________.
A: 4,536 kips
B: 4,698 kips
C: 4,725 kips
D: 4,890 kips
8517: While preparing for a storm when elevated, the total weight
of the COASTAL DRILLER is 14,150 kips. LM are 1,712,150
ft-kips, and TM are -9,905 ft-kips. The port leg reaction
is _________.
A: 4,536 kips
B: 4,716 kips
C: 4,824 kips
D: 4,890 kips
8521: The COASTAL DRILLER, while drilling, has a total weight of
15,435 kips. The LM are 1,975,680 ft-kips and the TM are
-15,435 ft-kips. What is the bow leg reaction?
A: 4,060 kips
B: 5,145 kips
C: 5,559 kips
D: 5,816 kips
8523: The COASTAL DRILLER, while drilling has a total weight of
15,435 kips. The LM are 1,975,680 ft-kips and the TM are
-15,435 ft-kips. What is the starboard leg reaction?
A: 4,060 kips
B: 5,145 kips
C: 5,559 kips
D: 5,816 kips
8527: The COASTAL DRILLER, while drilling, has a total weight of
15,435 kips. The LM are 1,975,680 ft-kips and the TM are
-15,435 ft-kips. What is the port leg reaction?
A: 4,060 kips
B: 5,145 kips
C: 5,559 kips
D: 5,816 kips
8533: If you observe any situation which presents a safety or
pollution hazard during fuel transfer operations on a MODU,
what action should you take FIRST?
A: Wait for the person in charge to act.
B: Notify the ballast control operator.
C: Shut down the transfer operation.
D: Sound the fire alarm.
8535: You are transferring fuel from a supply vessel to your MODU.
If you close off one tank in the line of tanks being filled,
the rate of flow to other open tanks on the same line
will _________.
A: increase
B: decrease
C: stop
D: stabilize
8537: The full period of motion of the DEEP DRILLER while in
transit is 7 seconds and the maximum pitch angle as seen on
the inclinometers is 7². From the standpoint of critical
motion, the motion is _______.
A: satisfactory, keep the unit at transit draft
B: satisfactory, put the unit in standby
C: unsatisfactory, ballast to survival draft
D: unsatisfactory, place unit in standby
8541: The process of waiting a period of time before
pretensioning an anchor is known as ______________________.
A: soaking
B: settling
C: sinking
D: bedding in
8543: It is proposed to moor the DEEP DRILLER in 600 feet of water
in a region in which the effective wind velocity could reach
80 knots, significant wave height could reach 30 feet, and
the current could be 1.5 knots. If these conditions
occurred at the same time from the bow, the environmental
force due to the wind would be __________________.
A: 595 kips
B: 475 kips
C: 425 kips
D: 300 kips
8545: It is proposed to moor the DEEP DRILLER in 600 feet of water
in a region in which the effective wind velocity could reach
80 knots, significant wave height could reach 30 feet, and
the current could be 1.5 knots. If these conditions
occurred at the same time from the bow, the total
environmental force would be __________________.
A: 620 kips
B: 595 kips
C: 475 kips
D: 425 kips
8547: What does the term "head" mean when applied to a pump?
A: Length of its discharge pipe
B: Height of its discharge pipe
C: Difference between the discharge and suction pressures
D: Sum of discharge and suction pressures
8551: On offshore drilling units, each fire station is required
to be fitted with at least one spanner and at least one
__________.
A: fire axe
B: hose rack
C: sandbag
D: scupper
8553: On offshore drilling units, each fire station is required
to be fitted with a hose which has a nominal diameter of
____________________.
A: 1-1/2 or 2-1/2 inches
B: 2 or 3 inches
C: 2-1/2 or 3-1/2 inches
D: 3 or 4 inches
8555: The discharge side of every fire pump must be equipped with
a ________.
A: gate valve
B: pressure gauge
C: check valve
D: strainer
8557: Each fire pump on a MODU must have a pressure gauge
located at _______.
A: the pump discharge
B: the manifold connection
C: each fire station discharge
D: the pump station
8561: On a MODU, a fire pump may be used for other purposes
if _________.
A: the other services are run off a reducing station with a
pressure gage
B: a separate fire pump is available for use on the fire main
C: all other services are operated by a manifold near the pump
D: All of the above
8563: How often must CO2 systems be inspected to confirm cylinders
are within 10% of the stamped full weight of the charge?
A: quarterly
B: semiannually
C: annually
D: biannually
8575: If a man falls overboard from a rig under tow, you should
FIRST ____________.
A: notify the tug
B: deploy life bouys
C: launch a boat
D: sound the general alarm
8576: The ventilation system of your ship has fire dampers
restrained by fusible links. Which statement is TRUE?
A: A fusible link will automatically open after a fire is
extinguished and reset the damper.
B: Fusible links must be replaced if a damper is activated.
C: Fusible links are tested by applying a source of heat to
them.
D: Fusible links must be replaced at every inspection for
certification.
8577: The indication of a slipping anchor is a(n) ____________.
A: decrease in mooring line length
B: increase in the opposite amperage
C: increase in the opposite line tension
D: decrease in mooring line tension and amperage
8581: Survival practice in the mooring system is to slack off the
tensions on the leeward side and ______________.
A: deballast the unit to transit draft
B: adjust as evenly as practical the windward tensions
C: release the anchors on the windward side
D: tighten the anchor buoys on the leeward side anchors
8583: After cranes have been installed on offshore drilling units
the hooks, hook block, slings, rib and other rigging must
be load tested. This test must be performed once each
___________________.
A: 12 months
B: 24 months
C: 36 months
D: 48 months
8584: When transferring survivors from an enclosed lifeboat to a
rescue vessel, personnel on board the boat should _________.
A: remove their life preservers to make it easier to climb on
board the rescue vessel
B: climb on top of the boat while waiting for their turn to
transfer to the rescue vessel
C: remain seated inside and make the transfer one person at a
time
D: enter the water and swim over to the rescue vessel
8585: A MODU must have on board a first-aid kit that is approved
by the ______.
A: Minerals Management Service
B: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
C: Mine Safety and Health Administration
D: American Bureau of Shipping
8587: The person assigned to command a lifeboat or inflatable
life raft on a MODU shall have a list of the persons
assigned to the lifeboat or life raft. The list shall
include each person's __________________.
A: home address
B: duties
C: home phone number
D: nearest relative's address
8591: Prior to burning or welding on a fuel tank on a MODU,
regulations require that an inspection be made. An entry
in the unofficial logbook is required if this inspection is
made by _______.
A: a marine chemist
B: the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection
C: the Master or person in charge of the MODU
D: the National Fire Protection Association
8593: Who is responsible for insuring that the accommodations on
a mobile offshore drilling unit are maintained in a clean
and sanitary condition?
A: The galley personnel
B: The safety man
C: The relief toolpusher
D: The designated person in charge
8595: When a survival craft drill is held, the person in charge
must insure that ________________.
A: all survival craft are lowered to the water, launched, and
operated for thirty minutes
B: all davits used for launching life rafts are operated
C: each emergency position indicating radiobeacon is tested
for thirty minutes
D: the helicopter pad landing lights are operating in a
quick-flashing mode
8597: On offshore drilling units, the EPIRB on board is required
to be tested ___________________.
A: daily
B: weekly
C: monthly
D: yearly
8601: Offshore drilling units must have at least two ring buoys
with water lights that, when released from the mounting
rack, activate a ________.
A: smoke signal
B: steam whistle
C: battery powered horn
D: radio signal
8603: On offshore drilling units, the lifeboats must be lowered
to the water and maneuvered at least once every _________.
A: 2 months
B: 3 months
C: 6 months
D: 12 months
8605: On offshore drilling units, the lifeboat motors shall be
operated in the ahead and astern position at least once
each ___________________.
A: day
B: week
C: month
D: year
8615: The LWT anchor has two angular positions for the flukes.
These are ______________________.
A: 30² and 40²
B: 30² and 50²
C: 30² and 60²
D: 40² and 60²
8621: What is the transverse shift in the center of gravity if
200 short tons are placed 10 feet to port of the centerline
on a MODU with TCG 0.7 foot starboard of the centerline, and
the displacement is 9,000 short tons?
A: 0.03 foot
B: 0.20 foot
C: 0.23 foot
D: 0.62 foot
8623: What is the new location of the transverse center of gravity
if 200 short tons are placed 10 feet to port of the
centerline on a MODU with TCG 0.7 foot starboard of the
centerline, and displacement 9,000 short tons?
A: 0.47 foot starboard of centerline
B: 0.40 foot starboard of centerline
C: 0.23 foot port of centerline
D: 0.20 foot port of centerline
8625: What is the new location of the transverse center of gravity
if 200 short tons are discharged from 10 feet to port of the
centerline on a MODU with TCG 0.7 foot starboard of the
centerline, and the displacement is 9,000 short tons?
A: 0.94 foot starboard of centerline
B: 0.90 foot starboard of centerline
C: 0.47 foot port of centerline
D: 0.23 foot port of centerline
8627: What is the shift in the longitudinal center of gravity if
200 short tons are discharged from 30 feet forward of
amidships on a MODU with LCG 1.5 feet forward of amidships,
and displacement 9,000 short tons?
A: 0.62 foot aft
B: 0.65 foot aft
C: 0.68 foot aft
D: 0.71 foot aft
8631: What is the new location of the longitudinal center of
gravity if 200 short tons are discharged from 30 feet
forward of amidships on a MODU with LCG 1.5 feet forward of
amidships, and displacement 9,000 short tons?
A: 0.88 foot forward of amidships
B: 0.85 foot forward of amidships
C: 0.82 foot forward of amidships
D: 0.79 foot forward of amidships
8635: A weight of 1,000 kips is equivalent to ___________.
A: 1,000 pounds
B: 2,000 short tons
C: 2,240 pounds
D: 500 short tons
8637: Which type of hull damage on a floating MODU should be
repaired first?
A: Damage below the waterline
B: Damage to interior watertight boundaries
C: Damage to/in machinery rooms
D: Damage at or just above the waterline
8643: The analysis of damaged stability for the DEEP DRILLER,
disregards the beneficial effects of countermeasures and
_______.
A: horizontal area of the platform
B: vertical area of the platform
C: wind strength
D: mooring system
8645: In the analysis of damaged stability for the DEEP DRILLER,
disregarded are the beneficial effects of moorings and ____.
A: horizontal area of the platform
B: vertical area of the platform
C: countermeasures
D: wind strength
8647: While the DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Form #4
(Drilling), casing is accidentally dropped over the port
side. Because the tank sounding level and port forward
inclination are rapidly increasing, you decide that tank 1P
is damaged. Your best countermeasure is to _____.
A: deballast from tank 2P
B: dump the mud
C: counterflood into 9S
D: counterflood into C3S
8651: While the DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Form #4
(Drilling), casing is accidentally dropped over the port
side. Because the sounding level and port aft inclination
are slowly increasing, you decide that tank 10P has minor
damage. Among the possible corrective actions is _______.
A: deballast from tank 9P
B: dump the mud
C: counterflood into 2S
D: counterflood into 10P
8653: While the DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Form #4
(Drilling), casing is accidentally dropped over the
starboard side. Because the sounding level and starboard
inclination are rapidly increasing, you decide that tank 1S
is damaged. Your best countermeasure is to _____.
A: deballast from tank 2S
B: dump the mud
C: counterflood into 9P
D: place a wooden plug into the vent of tank 2S
8655: While the DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Form #4
(Drilling), casing is accidentally dropped on the starboard
side. Because the sounding level and starboard aft
inclination are slowly increasing, you decide that tank 10S
has minor damage. Among the possible corrective actions
is _________.
A: deballast from tank 9P
B: dump the mud
C: counterflood into 2P
D: place a wooden plug into the vent of tank 10S
8657: While the DEEP DRILLER is operating as shown in Sample Form
#4 (Drilling), casing is accidentally dropped over the port
side. If the port aft inclination is slowly increasing,
which tank is probably damaged?
A: 10P
B: 9P
C: 10S
D: 1P
8661: While the DEEP DRILLER is operating as shown in Sample Form
#4 (Drilling), casing is accidentally dropped over the
starboard side. If the starboard aft inclination is slowly
increasing, which tank is probably damaged?
A: 9S
B: 8S
C: 10S
D: 10P
8662: When may a work vest be substituted for a required life
preserver?
A: To replace a damaged life preserver
B: For use during fire drills
C: For use during boat drills
D: At no time
8663: While the DEEP DRILLER is operating as shown in Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling), casing is accidentally dropped over the
starboard side. If the starboard forward inclination is
slowly increasing, which tank is probably damaged?
8665: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample
Load Form #5 (Survival) loads an additional 137.88 long
tons. The resulting trim by the stern is 2 feet and the
list to port is 3 feet. What is the draft at the port
forward draft mark?
A: 45 feet 6 inches
B: 46 feet 0 inches
C: 46 feet 6 inches
D: 47 feet 0 inches
8671: The plans, for use during emergencies aboard the DEEP
DRILLER, are readily available in the ________________.
A: wheelhouse under glass
B: pump room
C: OIM's office
D: ballast control room
8673: The DEEP DRILLER is operating at the maximum allowable KGT
at 60 feet draft. What is the value of GMT?
A: 0.05 foot
B: 1.02 feet
C: 2.63 feet
D: 4.34 feet
8675: The DEEP DRILLER, at 60.0 feet draft in sea water,
discharges 275.8 long tons. What is the new draft?
A: 56 feet
B: 58 feet
C: 60 feet
D: 62 feet
8681: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #5, loads 275.8 long tons. The resulting trim by the
stern is 3 feet and list to port is 2 feet. What is
the draft at the starboard aft draft mark?
A: 44 feet 6 inches
B: 47 feet 0 inches
C: 47 feet 6 inches
D: 48 feet 6 inches
8683: With no environmental forces on the DEEP DRILLER, the
average of the forward drafts is 61.0 feet, and the average
of the aft drafts is 59.0 feet. KGL is 51.13 feet. What is
the value of LCG?
A: -0.12 foot
B: 0.12 foot
C: 2.11 feet
D: 2.35 feet
8685: The DEEP DRILLER, at 58.0 feet draft in sea water, places
275.8 long tons on board. What is the new draft?
A: 56 feet
B: 58 feet
C: 60 feet
D: 62 feet
8687: The DEEP DRILLER, at 58.0 feet draft in sea water, places
200 long tons on board. What is the new draft?
A: 56.55 feet
B: 59.45 feet
C: 60.00 feet
D: 75.41 feet
8688: Life floats must be equipped with _______________________.
(small passenger vessel regulations)
A: a sea anchor
B: a signal mirror
C: a class A EPIRB
D: paddles
8691: The DEEP DRILLER, at 58.0 feet draft in sea water,
discharges 200 long tons. What is the new draft?
A: 55.55 feet
B: 56.55 feet
C: 57.05 feet
D: 59.45 feet
8693: While in transit at a draft of 20.5 feet, the DEEP DRILLER
has a KGT of 65.00 feet. What is the GMT?
A: 7.55 feet
B: 5.42 feet
C: 5.30 feet
D: 5.10 feet
8695: The DEEP DRILLER, at 58.0 feet draft in sea water,
discharges 200 long tons. What is the new displacement?
A: 16,263 long tons
B: 17,642 long tons
C: 17,842 long tons
D: 18,118 long tons
8697: The DEEP DRILLER, at 58.0 feet draft in sea water,
loads 200 long tons. What is the new displacement?
A: 17,642 long tons
B: 17,842 long tons
C: 18,042 long tons
D: 18,118 long tons
8699: What are the transverse moments for the contents of P-tank
#1 of the DEEP DRILLER if the ullage is 2.3 feet?
A: 3,049 ft-tons
B: 3,977 ft-tons
C: 6,412 ft-tons
D: 8,362 ft-tons
8701: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling). While the unit is deballasting, starboard valve
19 fails in the closed position. You may deballast from
tank 9S by pumping from tank 8S by opening valves 20
and _______.
8702: An oil fire is classified as class ________.
8703: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #5
(Survival). While the unit is deballasting, port valve 5
fails in the closed position. You may deballast from tank
2P by pumping from tank 1P after opening valves 6 and ___.
8705: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #5
(Survival). While the unit is deballasting, starboard valve
5 fails in the closed position. You may deballast from tank
2S by pumping from tank 1S after opening valves 6 and ___.
8707: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling). If port valves 24 and 2 are mistakenly opened,
the change in inclination will be increasing trim by
the _________.
A: bow with port list
B: bow
C: stern
D: stern with starboard list
8711: Starboard ballast pump #1 on the DEEP DRILLER has failed.
If you want to deballast from the forward-starboard column
using starboard pump #2, it is necessary to open valves ___.
A: 3, 34, 35, 36, 46, and 48
B: 4, 34, 35, 36, 46, and 48
C: 3, 34, 36, 46, and 48
D: 4, 34, 36, 46, and 48
8712: Jettisoning weight from topside _________.
A: returns the vessel to an even keel
B: reduces free surface effect
C: lowers the center of gravity
D: raises the center of buoyancy
8713: Port ballast pump #1 on the DEEP DRILLER has failed. If you
want to deballast the forward-port column using port ballast
pump #2, it is necessary to open valves ______.
A: 3, 34, 35, 36, 46, and 48
B: 4, 34, 35, 36, 46, and 48
C: 3, 34, 36, 46, and 48
D: 4, 34, 36, 46, and 48
8715: Starboard ballast pump #1 on the DEEP DRILLER has failed.
To deballast from tank C2SA using starboard ballast pump #2,
it is necessary to open the manual valve and which motor
driven valves?
A: 15, 34, 35, 36, 46, 48
B: 16, 27, 32, 35, 36, 48
C: 15, 33, 43, 48
D: 14, 34, 35, 36, 46, 48
8716: The midships house of your break bulk ship is constructed
with an interior stairtower from the main deck to the
bridge. Under what circumstances may the doors from each
deck to the stairtower be kept open when underway?
A: They may be kept open if they can be automatically closed
from the bridge.
B: They are to be kept closed at all times.
C: They may be kept open if the ventilation or air conditioning
system is shut down.
D: They can be kept open if the station bill has personnel
designated to close them in case of fire.
8717: The DEEP DRILLER, at 60.0 feet draft in sea water, has VM =
974,441 foot-long tons, LM = 40,301 foot-long tons, TM = 3
foot-long tons, FSML = 30,572 foot-long tons, and FSMT =
18,732 foot-long tons. What is the uncorrected height of
the center of gravity?
A: 52.14 feet
B: 53.78 feet
C: 55.03 feet
D: 58.50 feet
8721: The DEEP DRILLER, at 60.0 feet draft in sea water, has VM =
974,441 foot-long tons, LM = 3 foot-long tons, FSML =
30,572 foot-long tons, and FSMT = 18,732 foot-long tons.
What is the transverse free surface correction to KG?
A: 0.00 feet
B: 1.03 feet
C: 1.69 feet
D: 2.22 feet
8723: The DEEP DRILLER, at 60.0 feet draft in sea water, has VM =
974,441 foot-long tons, LM = 40,301 foot-long tons, TM = 3
foot-long tons, FSML = 30,572 foot-long tons, and FSMT =
18,732 foot-long tons, and FSMT = 18,732 foot-long tons.
What is the LCG?
A: 0.00 feet
B: 1.69 feet
C: 2.22 feet
D: 3.91 feet
8727: The DEEP DRILLER, at 60.0 feet draft in sea water, has VM =
974,441 foot-long tons, LM = 40,301 foot-long tons, TM = 3
foot-long tons, FSML = 30,572 foot-long tons, and FSMT =
18,732 foot-long tons. What is the longitudinal free
surface correction to KG?
A: 0.00 feet
B: 1.03 feet
C: 1.69 feet
D: 2.22 feet
8731: The DEEP DRILLER, at 60.0 feet draft in sea water, has
VM = 974,441 foot-long tons, LM = 40,301 foot-long tons, TM
= 3 foot-long tons, FSML = 30,572 foot-long tons, and FSMT =
18,732 foot-long tons. What is TCG?
A: 0.00 feet
B: 1.03 feet
C: 2.22 feet
D: 3.91 feet
8733: The DEEP DRILLER, loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), discharges a non-liquid load of 275.8 long tons
from a position 130 feet above the keel, 40 feet forward of
amidships, and 30 feet to port of the centerline. What is
the new LCG?
A: 0.59 foot
B: 1.64 feet
C: 2.23 feet
D: 2.82 feet
8734: All personnel should be familiar with the lifeboats _____.
A: boarding and operating procedures
B: maintenance schedule
C: navigational systems
D: fuel consumption rates
8735: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling). What would be the new sum of FSML for Fresh
Water if the entire contents of Drill Water Tank #5P are
transferred to Tank #5S?
A: 3,645 ft-tons
B: 3,328 ft-tons
C: 317 ft-tons
D: 0 ft-tons
8737: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #4 (Drilling). What would be the weight of the mud
in pit #4 if the mud weight was changed from 16 to 14 pounds
per gallon?
A: No change
B: 93.34 long tons
C: 121.91 long tons
D: 135.13 long tons
8747: If a severe storm threatens the COASTAL DRILLER while
elevated, the setback in the derrick should be lowered and
placed in the pipe rack. Its weight should be accounted for
as _________________.
A: variable loads
B: drilling loads
C: environmental loads
D: fixed weight
8751: When threatened with a severe storm while operating in 250
feet of water, the COASTAL DRILLER should be placed at an
air gap of ____.
A: 35 feet
B: 32 feet
C: 30 feet
D: 25 feet
8753: The maximum weight for the COASTAL DRILLER in severe storm
conditions is ________________.
A: 14,158 kips
B: 14,400 kips
C: 15,158 kips
D: 17,280 kips
8755: While elevated, the COASTAL DRILLER prepares for a severe
storm. When the setback is lowered and placed in the pipe
racks, it is considered as part of the _________.
A: fixed loads
B: basic loads
C: variable loads
D: storm loads
8757: The routes to be used during evacuation of the COASTAL
DRILLER are shown in the _________________.
A: official log
B: station bill
C: posted Fire Control/Life Saving Plan
D: control room under glass
8761: The full period of motion of the DEEP DRILLER while tripping
is 7 seconds and the maximum pitch angle as seen on the
inclinometers is 4². From the standpoint of critical
motion, the motion is _______.
A: unsatisfactory, place setback in the pipe racks
B: satisfactory, continue tripping
C: unsatisfactory, deballast to survival draft
D: satisfactory, but prepare to hang off
8763: After deploying the anchor, a permanent chain chaser
is _______.
A: removed from the anchor chain
B: connected to a buoy at the anchor
C: stripped back to the rig and secured
D: connected to a buoy halfway down the chain
8767: In securing deck loads for an ocean tow, drill pipe should
be _________.
A: galvanized to protect against corrosion
B: held in place with heavy materials such as
spare pendant wire
C: limited to no more than five courses high
D: provided with bulwarks at both ends of their bays
8771: Hydrogen sulfide in explosive concentrations has been
detected on the drill floor. The abandon rig signal has
been sounded. To evacuate the rig, the crew should use
_________.
A: all survival capsules and life rafts
B: only the leeward survival capsules and life rafts
C: only the windward survival capsules
D: only the windward life rafts
8773: The muster list shows each rig hand's muster station, his
duties during abandonment, basic instructions, and _____.
A: all emergency signals
B: instructions for lowering the survival craft
C: the time each weekly drill will be held
D: work schedule
8775: While drilling loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), the DEEP DRILLER suffers a sudden unexpected
forward inclination. The wind and waves are light from the
starboard bow. Among the possible causes, you should
consider ______________________.
A: failure of mooring lines 2 and 3
B: drilling crew has dumped the mud
C: the drill string has broken
D: ballast tanks equalizing into tank 1P
8777: On a MODU, an obvious indicator of lost circulation of
drilling fluid is __________________.
A: fluid level in the mud pits increases rapidly
B: fluid level in the mud pits decreases rapidly
C: increased cuttings on the shale shaker
D: decreased cuttings on the shale shaker
8781: To determine the number of certificated Lifeboatmen
required on a mobile offshore drilling unit, you should
check the _________________.
A: load line certificate
B: Certificate of Inspection
C: Safety of Life at Sea Certificate
D: Operations Manual
8782: Control of fire should be addressed _______________.
A: immediately after restoring vital services
B: immediately
C: following control of flooding
D: following establishment of fire boundaries
8783: When using a hand held smoke signal aboard a survival craft,
you should activate the signal ________________.
A: on the downwind side of the craft
B: on the upwind side of the craft
C: inside the craft
D: at the stern of the craft
8793: While drilling loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling), the DEEP DRILLER suffers a sudden unexpected
inclination to port and aft. Strong winds and high waves
are from the starboard bow. Among the possible causes, you
should consider ___________________.
A: failure of mooring lines 1 or 2
B: failure of mooring lines 3 or 4
C: leak in ballast tank #9P
D: ballast tanks equalizing into tank 10P
8807: The prohibition against displaying lights which may be
confused with required navigation lights applies _______.
A: from sunset to sunrise and during restricted visibility
B: only when other vessels are in the area
C: only when operating in a traffic separation scheme
D: only when under tow
8811: The center of the underwater volume of a floating vessel is
the _____.
A: center of buoyancy
B: center of flotation
C: uncorrected height of the center of gravity of the vessel
D: center of gravity of the vessel corrected for free surface
effects
8817: A jackup has 8 inches of trim by the stern. Calculations
show that the moment required to change trim one inch
(MCT1") is 500 foot-kips. To level the unit, how far must
a weight of 50 kips be transferred toward the bow?
A: 10.0 feet
B: 62.5 feet
C: 80.0 feet
D: 100.0 feet
8821: A jackup is trimmed six inches by the bow. The moment
required to change trim one inch (MCT1") is 1200 foot-kips.
Transferring 200 kips of drill water from a tank with an LCG
of 20 feet to a tank with an LCG of 140 feet results in a
final trim of _______________________.
A: zero trim (level)
B: 1 foot 2 inches by the stern
C: 1 foot 8 inches by the stern
D: 2 feet 2 inches by the stern
8823: The draft at the forward draft mark of a jackup is 11 feet
3 inches while the draft at the aft draft mark is 12 feet
9 inches. The value of trim is __________________.
A: six inches to the stern
B: 1 foot 6 inches to the stern
C: 3 feet to the stern
D: 24 feet to the stern
8825: A jackup, while level in transit at 10 feet draft,
experiences a wind gust which results in a starboard draft
of 11 feet 6 inches. What is the heel?
A: 1 foot 6 inches to starboard
B: 3 feet to starboard
C: 3 feet to port
D: 1 foot 6 inches to port
8827: A jackup, while level in transit at 10 feet draft,
experiences a wind gust which results in a port draft of
11 feet. What is the heel?
A: 1 foot to starboard
B: 2 feet to starboard
C: 2 feet to port
D: 1 foot to port
8831: A jackup, while level in transit at 10 feet draft,
experiences a wind gust which results in a port draft of
11 feet. What is the new starboard draft?
A: 12 feet
B: 11 feet
C: 10 feet
D: 9 feet
8833: A jackup level at 12.5 feet draft transfers 100 kips of
drill water from a tank with a TCG of -30 feet to a
starboard tank with a TCG of 70 feet. The resulting
starboard draft is 13 feet. The moment required to change
list one inch (MCL1") is _________________.
A: 667 foot-kips
B: 833 foot-kips
C: 1,400 foot-kips
D: 1,667 foot-kips
8835: A jackup with a calculated moment to change list one inch
(MCL1") of 1,350 foot-kips intends to transfer drill water
from a tank with a TCG of 82 feet to a tank with a TCG of 18
feet. How much weight should be transferred to change the
draft on the port side from 11.0 to 11.5 feet?
A: 67.5 kips
B: 81.0 kips
C: 126.6 kips
D: 253.1 kips
8837: A jackup with a calculated moment to change list one inch
(MCL1") of 1,200 foot-kips intends to transfer 100 kips of
weight in a transverse direction. How far should the weight
be transferred to change the draft on the port side from
11.5 to 11.0 feet?
A: 12 feet
B: 48 feet
C: 120 feet
D: 144 feet
8843: A semisubmersible in transit is at a draft of 19 feet. The
depth of the lower hulls is 21 feet. How much bunker fuel
at 54.0 lbs/cu ft could be taken on and still provide one
foot of freeboard if the TPI is 52.3?
A: 627.6 long tons
B: 648.0 long tons
C: 843.9 long tons
D: 255.2 long tons
8845: A semisubmersible at a draft of 19 feet 9 inches arrives on
location planning to deploy eight mooring lines. Each anchor
weighs 15 long tons and each mooring line consists of 3,000
feet of 3-inch chain (89.6 lbs/ft). If no ballast
corrections are made, what is the expected draft if the
average TPI is 60?
A: 17 feet 9 inches
B: 18 feet 3 inches
C: 18 feet 9 inches
D: 21 feet 3 inches
8847: A semisubmersible 300 feet long and an LCF of 0 (amidships)
is in transit with hulls awash and an MT1" of 87.67
foot-tons. Work on the BOP (weight 263 long tons) requires
that it be moved aft 12 feet. What is the resulting trim
change?
A: 1.5 feet
B: 3.0 feet
C: 6.0 feet
D: 7.3 feet
8848: Enclosed lifeboats which have been afloat over a long period
of time require _______________.
A: frequent opening of hatches to permit entry of fresh air
B: regular checks of bilge levels
C: use of ear plugs to dampen engine noise
D: frequent flushing of the water spray system with fresh water
8849: What is the minimum number of bolts required in a
permanently bolted flange oil hose coupling?
A: 3
B: 4
C: 6
D: A bolt must be used in every hole.
8851: While underway in a field move with the lower hulls awash, a
semisubmersible has an allowable KG of 63.69 feet; KMT is
65.12 and KML is 64.92. The KGT is 56.13 and KGL is 55.89.
What is the GML?
A: 1.43 feet
B: 7.56 feet
C: 7.80 feet
D: 9.03 feet
8853: While underway in a field move with the lower hulls awash, a
semisubmersible has a maximum allowable KG of 63.69 feet;
KMT is 65.12 and KML is 64.92. The KGT is 56.13 and KGL is
55.89. What is the margin on the maximum allowable KG?
A: 1.43 feet
B: 7.56 feet
C: 7.80 feet
D: 8.99 feet
8855: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). If weather conditions make it necessary to
ballast down to survival, how much ballast would be
required?
A: 3,998.3 long tons
B: 4,086.5 long tons
C: 4,188.0 long tons
D: 5,087.0 long tons
8861: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). Weather conditions require ballasting to
survival draft. Assume that upon arrival at 45 feet, port
and starboard ballast tanks 2 and 9 will be full and that
port and starboard ballast tanks 1, 3, and 8 will be slack.
What would be the new value of the total longitudinal free
surface moments (FSML)?
A: 69,658 foot-tons
B: 56,244 foot-tons
C: 42,830 foot-tons
D: 30,168 foot-tons
8863: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). Weather conditions require ballasting to
survival draft. Assume that 4087 long tons of ballast are
added at an average VCG of 8.32 feet, and upon arrival at
45 feet, port and starboard ballast tanks 1, 3, and 8 are
slack. What is the new KGL?
A: 51.65 feet
B: 52.67 feet
C: 55.16 feet
D: 62.24 feet
8865: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). Although winds are less than 70 knots,
excessive motion requires ballasting to survival draft.
Assume that 4087 long tons of ballast are added at an
average VCG of 8.32 feet, and upon arrival at 45 feet, port
and starboard ballast tanks 1, 3, and 8 are slack. What
will be the new margin on the maximum allowable KG?
A: 7.08 feet
B: 8.12 feet
C: 8.44 feet
D: 8.96 feet
8867: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). Weather conditions make it necessary to
ballast down to survival draft. It is decided to check the
stability at the intermediate draft of 32 feet. How much
ballast is required to ballast to 32 feet?
A: 2,094 long tons
B: 2,194 long tons
C: 2,294 long tons
D: 3,294 long tons
8871: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). Weather conditions make it necessary to
ballast down to survival draft. It is decided to check the
stability at the intermediate draft of 32 feet. If the
added ballast has an average VCG of 9.03 feet, what is the
new KG?
A: 54.76 feet
B: 55.76 feet
C: 57.22 feet
D: 57.76 feet
8873: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). Weather conditions make it necessary to
ballast down to survival draft. It is decided to check the
stability at the intermediate draft of 32 feet. If the
added ballast has an average VCG of 9.03 feet, and the sum
of free surface moments is 56,244 foot-tons, what is the
new KGL?
A: 54.76 feet
B: 55.76 feet
C: 57.22 feet
D: 61.16 feet
8875: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). Excessive motion makes it necessary to
ballast down to survival draft. It is decided to check the
stability at the intermediate draft of 32 feet. If the
added ballast has an average VCG of 9.03 feet, and the sum
of free surface moments is 56,244 foot-tons, what is the
new margin on the maximum allowable KG?
A: 6.23 feet
B: 5.11 feet
C: 4.86 feet
D: 4.06 feet
8877: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). Severe motion makes it necessary to ballast
down to survival draft. It is decided to check stability at
the intermediate draft of 32 feet. If the added ballast has
an average VCG of 9.03 feet, and the sum of free surface
moments is 56,244 foot-tons, what is the new GML?
A: 6.23 feet
B: 5.11 feet
C: 4.86 feet
D: 4.06 feet
8881: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). How much additional deck load can be placed
aboard without exceeding the deck load limit?
A: 1,335.6 long tons
B: 1,086.6 long tons
C: 585.4 long tons
D: 435.6 long tons
8883: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). Additional deck load may be placed aboard.
If the maximum permissible deck load were placed in the
pipe racks at a VCG of 130 feet, the KG increases
__________.
A: 1.43 feet
B: 1.89 feet
C: 2.23 feet
D: 2.43 feet
8885: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). If the maximum permissible deck load were
placed aboard at a VCG of 130 feet, what would be the new
draft?
A: 19 feet 9 inches
B: 20 feet 4 inches
C: 20 feet 8 inches
D: 21 feet 4 inches
8887: In observing rig motion while under tow, the period of roll
is the time difference between ____________________________.
A: zero inclination to full inclination on one side
B: full inclination on one side to full inclination on the
other side
C: full inclination on one side to the next full inclination
on the same side
D: zero inclination to the next zero inclination
8891: Which type of respiratory protection is preferable for
repair/investigation personnel on a MODU in a hydrogen
sulfide (H2S) environment?
A: U.S. Navy Oxygen Breathing Apparatus (OBA)
B: Emergency Escape Breathing Apparatus (EEBA)
C: Demand Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
D: Pressure-Demand Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
8893: AMVER is a system which provides _________________________.
A: satellite communications
B: navigational information
C: weather information
D: position reporting service
8895: The AMVER system for vessels in the Gulf of Mexico is
administered by the _____________.
A: U.S. Coast Guard
B: Minerals Management Service
C: Department of Energy
D: Corps of Engineers
8897: The international body responsible for drafting the
convention prohibiting marine pollution (MARPOL) is
the __________.
A: Maritime Advisory Council
B: International Maritime Organization
C: International Association of Shipping
D: Association of Seafaring Nations
8901: The Safety of Life at Sea Convention was developed by
the __________.
A: U.S. Coast Guard
B: American Bureau of Shipping
C: International Maritime Organization
D: American Institute of Maritime Shipping
8903: The most effective first aid treatment for chemical burns
is to immediately ________.
A: apply ointment to the burned area
B: flood the affected area with water
C: wrap the burn with sterile dressing
D: apply an ice pack to the burned area
8905: When it is necessary to remove a victim from a life
threatening situation, the person giving first aid must
_________________.
A: pull the victim by the feet
B: avoid subjecting the victim to any unnecessary disturbance
C: carry the victim to a location where injuries can be
assessed
D: place the victim on a stretcher before attempting removal
8907: When giving first aid, you should understand how to conduct
primary and secondary surveys and know __________________.
A: which medications to prescribe
B: how to diagnose an illness from symptoms
C: the limits of your capabilities
D: how to set broken bones
8911: If a victim is unconscious, you should first look for
evidence of _______________.
A: high fever
B: head injury
C: broken limbs
D: irregular breathing
8913: In a semisubmersible MODU, the columns contain void
spaces above the waterline that used principally for _____.
A: equipment storage
B: machinery
C: elevators
D: reserve buoyancy
8917: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4
(Drilling). While the unit is deballasting, starboard valve
17 fails in the closed position. You may deballast from
tank 8S by pumping from tank 9S and opening valves 18 and
________.
8923: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4.
While the unit is deballasting, port valve 5 fails in the
closed position. You may deballast from tank 2P by pumping
from tank 9P by also opening valves 6 and ______.
8925: A vessel behaves as if all of its weight is acting downward
through the center of gravity, and all its support is
acting upward through the __________________.
A: keel
B: center of buoyancy
C: tipping center
D: amidships section
8927: On the COASTAL DRILLER, placing the rotary 34 feet aft of
the transom and two feet to starboard of the centerline,
limits the maximum hook load to ____________________.
A: 1000 kips
B: 875 kips
C: 750 kips
D: 450 kips
8971: The change in weight (measured in tons) which causes a
draft change of one inch is _______.
A: MT1 inch
B: ML1 inch
C: MH1 inch
D: TPI
8973: For a floating vessel, the result of subtracting KG from KM
is the ________.
A: height of the metacenter
B: height of the righting arm
C: height of the center of buoyancy
D: metacentric height
8977: The important stability parameter, KG, is defined as
the _______.
A: metacentric height
B: height of the metacenter above the keel
C: height of the center of buoyancy above the keel
D: height of the center of gravity above the keel
8981: The important initial stability parameter, GM, is the _____.
A: metacentric height
B: height of the metacenter above the keel
C: height of the center of buoyancy above the keel
D: height of the center of gravity above the keel
8983: The time required to incline from port to starboard and
back to port again is called _________.
A: initial stability
B: range of stability
C: inclining moment
D: rolling period
8985: The time required to incline from bow down to stern down
and return to bow down again is called ___________.
A: rolling period
B: amplitude moment
C: inclining moment
D: pitching period
8987: The tendency of a vessel to return to its original trim
after being inclined by an external force is _________.
A: equilibrium
B: buoyancy
C: transverse stability
D: longitudinal stability
8991: The enclosed area defined as the intersection of the surface
of the water and the hull of a vessel is the _______.
A: amidships plane
B: longitudinal reference plane
C: baseline
D: waterplane
8993: The waterplane area is described as the intersection of the
surface of the water in which a vessel floats and the _____.
A: baseline
B: vertical reference plane
C: hull
D: horizontal reference plane
8994: Two types of anchor shackles which are currently available
are _________________.
A: U-Type and posilok shackles
B: C-Type and wedge shackles
C: D-Type and bow shackles
D: wedge and kenter shackles
8997: Aboard a vessel, multiplying a load's weight by the distance
of the load's center of gravity from the centerline results
in the load's __________.
A: TCG
B: transverse moment
C: righting moment
D: transverse free surface moment
9001: The difference between the starboard and port drafts caused
by shifting a weight transversely is ____.
A: list
B: heel
C: trim
D: flotation
9002: On all mobile offshore drilling units, the deckhead of each
accommodation space must be located above _____________.
A: the operating draft
B: the survival draft
C: the transit draft
D: the deepest load line
9021: Aboard a vessel, dividing the sum of the longitudinal
moments by the total weight yields the vessel's __________.
A: inclining moments
B: righting moments
C: vertical moments
D: longitudinal position of the center of gravity
9067: The TCG of a vessel may be found by dividing the
displacement of the vessel into the _______.
A: transverse center of gravity of the vessel
B: sum of the vertical moments of the vessel
C: sum of the transverse moments of the vessel
D: transverse baseline of the vessel
9087: No outlet on a fire hydrant may point above the horizontal
in order to ______________.
A: avoid kinking the hose
B: avoid personal injury during connection
C: make connecting easier
D: prevent spray on electrical equipment
9091: The outlet at a fire hydrant may be positioned anywhere from
horizontal to pointing _________________.
A: 45ø upward
B: vertically upward
C: 45ø downward
D: vertically downward
9093: In addition to weighing the cartridge, which other
maintenance is required for a cartridge-operated dry
chemical extinguisher?
A: Weigh the powder in the canister.
B: Discharge a small amount to see that it works.
C: Check the hose and nozzle for clogs.
D: Check the external pressure gage.
9097: When must a dry chemical fire extinguisher be recharged?
A: After each use
B: When the air temperature exceeds 90ø F
C: Every 6 months
D: Every 12 months
9098: When a rescue vessel approaches a lifeboat in heavy seas,
the person in charge of the lifeboat should __________.
A: tie up to the rescue vessel
B: transfer only those personnel who are not seasick
C: wait for calmer weather before transferring personnel
D: transfer all personnel immediately
9101: Recharging a previously used cartridge-operated dry-chemical
extinguisher is accomplished by _____.
A: authorized fire equipment servicing personnel only
B: replacing the propellant cartridge and refilling with powder
C: puncturing the cartridge seal after installation
D: recharging the cartridge and refilling it with powder
9105: Each ventilation system for an enclosed classified location
on a MODU must provide a complete change of air every _____.
A: 3 minutes
B: 5 minutes
C: 7 minutes
D: 10 minutes
9107: The amount of Halon remaining in an extinguisher is
determined by __________________.
A: internal inspection
B: checking the gage
C: weighing the cylinder
D: checking the tag
9111: Inspection of a Halon extinguisher involves checking the
hose, handle, nozzle, and _____________.
A: sight glass
B: weighing the extinguisher
C: service technicians report
D: last date it was charged
9113: After using a Halon extinguisher, it should be _______.
A: put back in service if more than 50% of the charge remains
B: repainted
C: discarded
D: recharged
9115: An airplane should NOT send which signal in reply to a
surface craft?
A: Opening and closing the throttle
B: Rocking the wings
C: Flashing the navigational lights off and on
D: Flashing Morse T
9121: The blocking or absence of fire dampers can cause _______.
A: the accumulation of explosive gases
B: faster cooling of the fire
C: the fire to spread through the ventilation system
D: fixed foam systems to be ineffective
9125: Automatic fire dampers in ventilation systems are operated
by a _______________.
A: remote operated valve
B: fusible link
C: CO2 system pressure switch
D: heat or smoke detector
9129: Automatic fire dampers in ventilation systems are operated
by use of a _____________.
A: heat or smoke detector
B: fusible link
C: remote operated valve
D: C02 system pressure switch
9130: When administering first aid you should avoid ____________.
A: any conversation with the patient
B: instructing bystanders
C: unnecessary haste and appearance of uncertainty
D: touching the patient before washing your hands
9137: Fighting a fire in the galley poses the additional threat
of ______.
A: contaminating food with extinguishing agent
B: spreading through the engineering space
C: loss of stability
D: a grease fire in the ventilation system
9153: The two factors which make underwater hull repair of a MODU
difficult are accessibility and the _______________.
A: availability of tools
B: shape of the hull
C: pressure exerted by the water
D: threat of progressive flooding
9155: In plugging submerged holes on a MODU, rags, wedges, and
other materials should be used in conjunction with plugs
to _______.
A: reduce the water pressure on the hull
B: reduce the water leaking around the plugs
C: prevent progressive flooding
D: reduce the possibility of stress fractures
9167: To release the davit cable of a davit launched life raft,
you must __________.
A: pull the release lanyard
B: pull the hydraulic release
C: push the release button
D: pull on the ratchet handle
9185: The external flotation bladder of an immersion suit should
be inflated ________________.
A: only after two hours in the water
B: only after four hours in the water
C: before entry into the water
D: upon entry into the water
9187: The external flotation bladder on an immersion suit should
be inflated _______.
A: before you enter the water
B: after you enter the water
C: after one hour in the water
D: after you notice that your suit is losing buoyancy
9191: After abandoning a vessel, water that is consumed within
the first 24 hours will __________________.
A: pass through the body with little absorbed by the system
B: help to prevent fatigue
C: quench thirst for only 2 hours
D: help to prevent seasickness
9192: The locker or space containing the self-contained breathing
apparatus must be _______________.
A: located in close proximity to the bridge
B: equipped with battery powered emergency lighting
C: marked "SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS"
D: All of the above
9193: Drinking salt water will _______________.
A: be safe if mixed with fresh water
B: prevent seasickness
C: dehydrate you
D: protect against heat cramps
9195: When using the rain water collection tubes on a liferaft,
the first collection should be ____________.
A: passed around so all can drink
B: poured overboard because of salt washed off the canopy
C: saved to be used at a later time
D: used to boil food
9197: In the first 24 hours after abandoning a vessel, water
should be given only to personnel who are _________.
A: thirsty
B: sick or injured
C: wet
D: awake
9205: When you are firing a pyrotechnic distress signal, it should
be aimed _________.
A: horizontally and directly abeam of your vessel
B: at the vessel whose attention you want to attract
C: into the wind
D: at greater than 60 degrees above the horizon
9217: Apparent wind speed blowing across a MODU under tow can be
measured by a(n) __________________________.
A: barometer
B: wind vane
C: anemometer
D: thermometer
9227: The longitudinal free surface correction of a floating MODU
displacing 12,000 kips is 1.20 feet. What would be the new
FSCL if 2,400 kips of solid variable loads are added?
A: 1.50 feet
B: 1.20 feet
C: 1.00 foot
D: 0.83 foot
9231: The transverse free surface correction of a floating MODU
displacing 24,000 long tons is 1.0 foot. When the MODU is
deballasted by discharging 8,000 long tons of ballast, the
FSMT decreases by 4,000 ft-long tons. What is the new FSCT?
A: 1.50 feet
B: 1.25 feet
C: 1.00 foot
D: 0.83 foot
9233: A ballast tank in a floating MODU has a maximum FSML of
7,000 ft-long tons. If the tank is converted to drill water
storage, what would be the new maximum FSML?
A: 7,179 ft-long tons
B: 7,000 ft-long tons
C: 6,825 ft-long tons
D: 2,125 ft-long tons
9235: The longitudinal free surface moments of a drilling mud pit
aboard a MODU displacing 24,000 long tons in sea water is
1,200 ft-long tons. If the sounding level in the mud pit is
reduced from 8 to 6 feet and the mud weight increases from
10 to 12 lbs/gallon, what is the new FSML for the mud pit?
A: 750 ft-long tons
B: 1,000 ft-long tons
C: 1,440 ft-long tons
D: 1,920 ft-long tons
9237: A MODU floating in sea water while displacing 20,000 long
tons has transverse free surface moments of 7,500 ft-long
tons and longitudinal free surface moments of 10,000 ft-long
tons. The maximum virtual rise in the height of the center
of gravity due to free surfaces is ______________.
A: 0.35 foot
B: 0.50 foot
C: 0.88 foot
D: 2.00 feet
9241: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
Form #5, discharges 137.88 long tons. The resulting trim
by the stern is 3 feet and list to port is 2 feet.
What is the draft at the starboard forward draft mark?
A: 41 feet 6 inches
B: 42 feet 6 inches
C: 43 feet 6 inches
D: 44 feet 0 inches
9243: The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load
#5, discharges 275.8 long tons. The resulting trim by the
stern is 3 feet and list to port is 2 feet. What is
the draft at the port aft draft mark?
A: 43 feet 6 inches
B: 45 feet 6 inches
C: 48 feet 0 inches
D: 49 feet 6 inches
9245: The object of plugging holes below the waterline on a MODU
should be to _______________.
A: eliminate all water entering the hole
B: only plug holes in machinery or other vital spaces
C: reduce the entry of water as much as possible
D: plug the largest holes first
9247: What type of test determines the pressure at which the
formation immediately below the last set casing will take
fluid?
A: Production
B: Drill stem
C: Leak-off
D: Conductor
9251: For well control, the American Petroleum Institute
recommends that hydraulic units have sufficient horsepower
to close the annular preventer in __________.
A: 15 seconds
B: 30 seconds
C: 45 seconds
D: 60 seconds
9253: At the instant when a string of casing being run from a MODU
is landed in the well head, ___________________.
A: the total weight in air of the casing string is removed from
the MODU
B: the hook load (weight of the casing string) is removed from
the MODU
C: the weight of the casing inside the riser is removed from
the MODU
D: the weight of the casing string added to the weight of the
fill-up mud is removed from the MODU
9255: A low pressure annular preventer which is used to direct
flow of kick fluids away from the rig floor is called
a _____________________.
A: dump valve
B: deflector
C: separator
D: diverter
9257: The shear rams of a MODU blowout preventer stack are used
in emergency well control to _______________________.
A: close and seal around the drill pipe
B: close and seal around casing
C: cut off pipe inside the preventer stack
D: close and seal around drill collars
9261: The retrievable subsea units that contain the pilot valves
and regulators for operating the subsea blowout preventers
are called _______________.
A: accumulators
B: control pods
C: consoles
D: shuttle controls
9263: A casing string that is run below the previous casing
string, but does not extend to the wellhead is called
a __________________.
A: production string
B: liner
C: packer
D: squnch joint
9265: Oil well casing will fail when the external pressure exceeds
the internal pressure by a differential equal to the
casing's rated ______________.
A: tensile strength
B: hoop stress
C: collapse pressure
D: burst pressure
9267: Lifeboat winches on a MODU are required to be inspected and
an entry made in the logbook. What should this entry
include?
A: The time required to lower a lifeboat
B: The time required to raise a lifeboat
C: The date of inspection and condition of the winch
D: All of the above
9271: You are involved in an emergency landing of a helicopter
on the water. You should inflate your life jacket _______.
A: upon entering the helicopter
B: prior to reaching the water
C: after reaching the water, but prior to exiting the
helicopter
D: after exiting clear of the helicopter
9273: After being launched from MODUs, totally enclosed survival
craft which have been afloat over a long period require
____________.
A: frequent opening of hatches to permit entry of fresh air
B: regular checks of bilge levels
C: use of ear plugs to dampen engine noise
D: frequent flushing of the water spray system with fresh
water
9275: A jackup displacing 15,000 kips has a KG of 20 feet. The
legs weighing 3,500 kips are lowered 100 feet. What is the
new KG?
A: 23.33 feet
B: 18.67 feet
C: 4.67 feet
D: -3.33 feet
9276: You are underway when a fire breaks out in the forward part
of your vessel. If possible, you should __________________.
A: call for assistance
B: put the vessel's stern into the wind
C: abandon ship to windward
D: keep going at half speed
9277: A floating jackup with displacement of 15,000 kips has its
LCG 108 feet aft of frame zero (AFO). If 400 kips are
loaded at 120 feet AFO and 800 kips are loaded 150 feet AF0,
what is the new LCG?
A: 100.0 feet
B: 109.2 feet
C: 110.4 feet
D: 119.2 feet
9281: A floating jackup with displacement of 15,000 kips has its
LCG 106 feet aft of frame zero (AF0). If 200 short tons
are loaded at 20 feet AF0 and 400 short tons are loaded
149 feet AF0, what is the new LCG?
A: 105.5 feet
B: 106.0 feet
C: 108.3 feet
D: 111.8 feet
9282: There is a fire aft aboard your vessel. To help fight the
fire, you should put the _____________________.
A: wind off either beam
B: stern into the wind and increase speed
C: bow into the wind and decrease speed
D: stern into the wind and decrease speed
9283: A jackup with displacement of 10,000 kips has its
LCG 100 feet aft of frame zero (AFO). If 200 kips are
loaded at 60 feet AFO and 100 kips are discharged from
20 feet AFO, what is the new LCG?
A: 100.0 feet
B: 100.4 feet
C: 100.8 feet
D: 101.2 feet
9285: A floating jackup with displacement of 16,200 kips has its
LCG 110.37 feet aft of frame zero (AF0). If 200 short tons
are discharged from 120 feet AF0 and 400 short tons are
discharged from 150 feet AF0, what is the new LCG?
A: 108.0 feet
B: 109.2 feet
C: 110.4 feet
D: 115.8 feet
9287: What is the longitudinal shift in the center of gravity
if 200 short tons is moved ten feet to port and 30 feet
forward on a MODU with a displacement of 8,960 long tons?
A: 0.20 foot
B: 0.22 foot
C: 0.67 foot
D: 0.84 foot
9291: An elevated jackup weighs 14,000 kips. Its TCG is located
1.0 foot to starboard of the centerline. What would be the
new TCG for the jackup if the drill floor, weighing 700
kips, is skidded 10 feet to port?
A: 9.00 feet port
B: 0.50 foot starboard
C: 0.50 foot port
D: 1.00 foot port
9293: An elevated jackup weighs 14,000 kips. The drill floor,
weighing 700 kips, is skidded 10.0 feet to starboard. The
change in TCG is ____________.
A: 9.00 feet starboard
B: 0.50 foot starboard
C: 1.50 foot starboard
D: 1.00 foot starboard
9295: A jackup 210 feet in length is level during transit. The
LCF is 140 feet aft of the bow. How much weight should be
applied at the bow to level the jackup if 150 kips are
loaded at the transom?
A: 50 kips
B: 75 kips
C: 100 kips
D: 200 kips
9301: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). Weather conditions require ballasting to
survival draft. Assume that 4087 long tons of ballast are
added at an average VCG of 8.32 feet. What would be the
value of uncorrected KG?
A: 51.65 feet
B: 52.67 feet
C: 55.15 feet
D: 62.24 feet
9303: When displacement increases, the free surface corrections
for slack tanks _____________.
A: increase
B: decrease
C: are directly proportional
D: remain unchanged
9305: When two generators are operating in parallel, what will
happen if one generator driving an engine automatically
shuts down?
A: One generator will motorize.
B: Both generators will shut down.
C: A circuit breaker will trip on overload.
D: A circuit breaker will trip on reverse power.
9307: When a rescuer finds an electrical burn victim in the
vicinity of live electrical equipment or wiring, his first
step is to _____.
A: flush water over any burned area of the patient
B: apply ointment to the burned areas on the patient
C: get assistance to shut down electrical power in the area
D: remove the patient from the vicinity of the live electrical
equipment or wiring
9311: Basic emergency care for third degree electrical burn is to
_____.
A: flood the burned area with warm water for two minutes
B: brush away the charred skin and wrap the burned area
C: cover the burned area with a clean cloth and transport the
patient to a medical facility
D: apply ointment or spray to the burned area and wrap with a
clean cloth
9313: When a patient has an electrical burn, it is important to
_______.
A: look for a second burn, which may have been caused by the
current passing through the body
B: locate the nearest water source and flood the burn with
water for five minutes
C: remove any dirt or charred skin from the area of the burn
D: apply ointment to the burn area and wrap with clean cloth
9315: Since electrical burn victims may be in shock, the FIRST
medical response is to check for __________________.
A: indication of broken bones
B: breathing and heartbeat
C: symptoms of concussion
D: bleeding injuries
9317: Which statement is CORRECT with respect to inserting an
airway tube?
A: Only a trained person should attempt to insert an airway
tube.
B: A size 2 airway tube is the correct size for an adult.
C: The airway tube will not damage the victim's throat.
D: Inserting the airway tube will prevent vomiting.
9321: In battery charging rooms, ventilation should be
provided ______.
A: at the lowest point
B: near the batteries
C: at the highest point
D: only when charging is in progress
9323: A fuel-air mixture below the lower explosive limit is too
____________.
A: rich to burn
B: lean to burn
C: cool to burn
D: dense to burn
9325: Good housekeeping on a vessel prevents fires by ___________.
A: allowing better access in an emergency
B: eliminating potential fuel sources
C: eliminating trip hazards
D: improving personnel qualifications
9327: Accumulations of oily rags should be ___________.
A: kept in nonmetal containers
B: discarded as soon as possible
C: cleaned thoroughly for reuse
D: kept in the paint locker
9331: Paints and solvents on a vessel should be ______________.
A: stored safely at the work site until work is completed
B: returned to the paint locker after each use
C: covered at all times to protect from ignition sources
D: stored in a suitable gear locker
9333: After extinguishing a fire with CO2, it is advisable
to _____.
A: use all CO2 available to cool the surrounding area
B: stand by with water or other agents
C: thoroughly ventilate the space of CO2
D: jettison all burning materials
9335: The disadvantage of using CO2 is that the _____.
A: CO2 does not cool the fire
B: cylinders are regulated pressure vessels
C: C02 is not effective on class "B" fires
D: C02 is not effective on class "C" fires
9337: Size I and II fire extinguishers are designated as _______.
A: portable
B: semi-portable
C: fixed
D: compact
9341: Dry chemical extinguishers may be used on what class of
fires?
A: A only
B: B only
C: B and C only
D: A, B or C as marked on the extinguisher
9342: The ventilation system of your ship has fire dampers
restrained by fusible links. Which statement is TRUE?
A: Fusible links must be replaced if a damper is activated.
B: Fusible links are tested by applying a source of heat to
them.
C: Fusible links must be replaced at every inspection for
certification.
D: A fusible link will automatically open after a fire is
extinguished and reset the damper.
9347: CO2 cylinders must be recharged when the weight of the
charge in the cylinder is less than what percent of the
stamped full weight of the charge?
A: 80%
B: 85%
C: 90%
D: 95%
9351: Halon from extinguishers used on a class B fire, should be
directed ____.
A: at the top of the flames
B: at the base of the fire near the edge
C: in short quick bursts
D: toward the upwind side of the fire
9357: Halon extinguishers used on a class C fire should be
directed at the __________.
A: base of the equipment
B: top of the equipment
C: power source
D: source of the fire
9361: The principle personnel hazard unique to Halon extinguishers
is ________________.
A: displacement of oxygen
B: skin irritation
C: inhaling toxic vapors
D: eye irritation
9362: You a re releasing carbon dioxide gas (CO2) into an engine
compartment to extinguish a fire. The CO2 will be most
effective if the _________.
A: compartment is closed and ventilators are opened
B: compartment is left open to the air
C: compartment is closed and airtight
D: air flow to the compartment is increased with blowers
9363: The primary function(s) of an automatic sprinkler system
is(are) to ______________.
A: extinguish the fire which triggers it
B: limit the spread of fire and control the amount of
heat produced
C: protect people in the areas which have sprinkler heads
D: alert the crew to the fire
9365: When flammable liquids are handled in a compartment on
a vessel, the ventilation for that area should be ________.
A: operated continuously while vapors may be present
B: operated intermittently to remove vapors
C: available on standby for immediate use
D: shut down if an explosive mixture is present
9367: A galley grease fire on the stove may be extinguished
using_______.
A: water
B: foam
C: the range hood extinguishing system
D: fire dampers
9371: Overhauling a fire in the living quarters on a vessel must
include __________.
A: opening dead spaces to check for heat or fire
B: evacuation of the vessel
C: sounding the "all clear" signal
D: operation of the emergency generator
9373: If heavy smoke is coming from the paint locker, the FIRST
firefighting response should be to ____.
A: release the CO2 flooding system
B: open the door to evaluate the extent of the fire
C: enter and use a portable extinguisher
D: secure the ventilation
9375: After extinguishing a paint locker fire using the fixed CO2
system, the next action is to have the space ____.
A: opened and burned material removed
B: left closed with vents off until all boundaries are cool
C: checked for oxygen content
D: doused with water to prevent reflash
9377: After abandoning ship, you should deploy the sea anchor from
a life raft to ______.
A: keep the life raft from capsizing
B: navigate against the current
C: keep personnel from getting seasick
D: stay in the general location
9381: If the life raft capsizes, all personnel should leave the
raft and __________.
A: climb onto the bottom
B: swim away from the raft
C: right the raft using the righting strap
D: inflate the righting bag
9382: Fire in an engine compartment is best extinguished with
carbon dioxide gas (CO2) and by _________________.
A: completely closing the compartment
B: closing the compartment except for the ventilators
C: leaving the compartment open to the air
D: increasing the air flow to the compartment by blowers
9383: Immediately after abandoning a vessel, lookouts should be
posted aboard life rafts to look for _________.
A: survivors in the water
B: food and water
C: land
D: bad weather
9385: When personnel are lifted by a helicopter from an inflatable
life raft, the personnel on the raft should ________.
A: deflate the floor of the raft to reduce the danger of the
raft overturning
B: inflate the floor of the raft to provide for additional
stability
C: remove their life preservers to prepare for the transfer
D: take in the sea anchor to prevent fouling of the rescue
sling
9387: When should you use distress flares and rockets?
A: Only when there is a chance of their being seen by rescue
vessels
B: At half-hour intervals
C: At one-hour intervals
D: Immediately upon abandoning the vessel
9391: Once you have established the daily ration of drinking water
in a survival situation, how should you drink it?
A: Small sips at regular intervals during the day
B: The complete daily ration at one time during the day
C: One-third the daily ration three times daily
D: Small sips only after sunset
9397: CATEGORY I EPIRB's transmit on frequencies that are
monitored by ________.
A: orbiting satellites in space
B: commercial radio stations
C: private, commercial, and military aircraft
D: Both A & C
9411: When anchoring in an area with a soft bottom, the fluke
angle of an anchor should be set at __________.
A: 20²
B: 30²
C: 40²
D: 50²
9412: Radiation spreads a fire by _____________________.
A: transmitting the heat of a fire through the ship's metal
B: burning liquids flowing into another space
C: heated gases flowing through ventilation systems
D: the transfer of heat across an unobstructed space
9413: When anchoring in an area with a hard bottom, the fluke
angle of an anchor should be set at ______________.
A: 20²
B: 30²
C: 40²
D: 50²
9414: Blocking open or removing fire dampers can cause __________.
A: the fire to spread through the ventilation system
B: fixed foam systems to be ineffective
C: faster cooling of the fire
D: the accumulation of explosive gases
9415: A solution to overcome tripping defects is an arrangement
of special plates on either side of the flukes, designed to
set them in the correct tripping position. These special
plates are called _____.
A: trippers
B: stocks
C: stabilizers
D: palms
9425: Which formula can be used to calculate metacentric height?
A: KM + GM
B: KM - GM
C: KM - KG
D: KB + BM
9427: In the absence of external forces, adding weight on one side
of a floating vessel causes the vessel to _______.
A: heel until the angle of loll is reached
B: list until the center of buoyancy is aligned vertically with
the center of gravity
C: trim to the side opposite TCG until all moments are equal
D: decrease draft at the center of flotation
9431: Subtracting FSCT from KGT yields _______.
A: BL
B: GMT
C: FSCT
D: KG
9432: The color of the signal flare sent up by a submarine
indicating that a torpedo has been fired in a training
exercise is __________.
A: green
B: white
C: red
D: yellow
9435: For an upright vessel, draft is the vertical distance
between the keel and the ___________.
A: waterline
B: freeboard deck
C: plimsoll mark
D: amidships section
9437: A wind has caused a difference between drafts starboard
and port. This difference is ____________.
A: list
B: heel
C: trim
D: flotation
9441: The moment of a force is a measure of the __________.
A: turning effect of the force about a point
B: instantaneous value of the force
C: stability characteristics of the vessel
D: center of gravity location
9443: The magnitude of a moment is the product of the force
and _________.
A: time
B: lever arm
C: displacement
D: angle of inclination
9445: The difference between the height of the metacenter and
the height of the center of gravity is known as the _______.
A: metacentric height
B: height of the righting arm
C: fore and aft perpendicular
D: height of the center of buoyancy
9447: When initial stability applies, the height of the center of
gravity plus the metacentric height equals the ________.
A: free surface moments
B: righting arm
C: height of the metacenter
D: corrected height of the center of gravity
9451: Initial stability is indicated by __________.
A: GM
B: KM
C: Deck load
D: Maximum allowed KG
9453: At all angles of inclination, the metacenter is _______.
A: vertically above the center of buoyancy
B: vertically above the center of gravity
C: at the intersection of the upright vertical centerline
and the line of action of the buoyant force
D: at the geometric center of the underwater volume
9454: If water is rising in the bilge of a lifeboat, you should
FIRST _____.
A: abandon the survival craft
B: check for cracks in the hull
C: shift all personnel to the stern
D: check the bilge drain plug
9455: The original equilibrium position is stable when __________.
A: metacentric height is positive
B: metacentric radius is positive
C: KG exceeds maximum allowable limits
D: free surfaces are excessive
9457: The center of buoyancy is located at the ______________.
A: geometric center of the waterplane area
B: intersection of the vertical centerline and line of
action of the buoyant force
C: center of gravity of the vessel corrected for free
surface effects
D: geometric center of the displaced volume
9463: The value of the righting arm at an angle of loll is ______.
A: negative
B: zero
C: positive
D: equal to GM
9465: When inclined to an angle of list, the value of the
righting arm is ____________.
A: negative
B: zero
C: positive
D: maximum
9467: When inclined to an angle of list, the value of the
righting moment is ______________.
A: negative
B: zero
C: positive
D: maximum
9471: What is used as an indicator of initial stability?
9473: What is the stability term for the distance from the center
of gravity (G) to the Metacenter (M), when small-angle
stability applies?
A: metacentric height
B: metacentric radius
C: height of the metacenter
D: righting arm
9477: The water in which a vessel floats provides vertical upward
support. The point through which this support is assumed to
act is known as the center of _______________.
A: effort
B: flotation
C: gravity
D: buoyancy
9481: The difference between the initial trim and the trim after
loading is known as ____________.
A: trim
B: change of trim
C: final trim
D: change of draft
9483: A tank which is NOT completely full or empty is
called ______.
A: pressed
B: slack
C: inertial
D: elemental
9485: The difference between the starboard and port drafts due to
wind or seas is called _______________.
A: list
B: heel
C: trim
D: flotation
9487: The geometric center of the underwater volume of a floating
vessel is the center of _______.
A: hydrodynamic forces
B: flotation
C: gravity
D: buoyancy
9491: The difference between the height of the metacenter and the
height of the center of gravity is ____________.
9493: On a vessel, multiplying a load's weight by the distance
of the load's center of gravity above the baseline results
in a(n) ________.
A: transverse moment
B: vertical moment
C: righting moment
D: inclining moment
9495: Reducing the free surfaces of a vessel reduces the _______.
A: natural roll period
B: metacentric height
C: waterplane area
D: uncorrected height of the center of gravity
9497: Stability is determined principally by the location of the
point of application of two forces: the upward-acting
buoyant force and the ______________.
A: upward-acting weight force
B: downward-acting weight force
C: downward-acting buoyant force
D: environmental force
9501: Stability is determined principally by the location of the
point of application of two forces: the downward-acting
gravity force and the ______________.
A: upward-acting weight force
B: downward-acting weight force
C: upward-acting buoyant force
D: environmental force
9503: Stability is determined principally by the location of two
points in a vessel: the center of buoyancy and the ______.
A: metacenter
B: geometric center of the waterplane area
C: center of gravity
D: center of flotation
9505: With no environmental forces acting on the vessel, the
center of gravity of an inclined vessel is vertically
aligned with the _____.
A: longitudinal centerline
B: center of flotation
C: original vertical centerline
D: metacenter
9507: With no environmental forces, the center of gravity of an
inclined vessel is vertically aligned with the _____.
A: longitudinal centerline
B: center of flotation
C: original vertical centerline
D: center of buoyancy
9511: In the absence of external forces, the center of buoyancy
of an inclined vessel is vertically aligned directly
below the ______.
A: center of gravity
B: amidships station
C: center of flotation
D: geometric center of the waterplane area
9513: In the presence of external forces, the center of buoyancy
of an inclined vessel is vertically aligned with the ______.
A: center of gravity
B: metacenter
C: center of flotation
D: keel
9515: With no environmental forces, the center of gravity of an
inclined vessel is vertically aligned directly above
the __________.
A: longitudinal centerline
B: center of buoyancy
C: original vertical centerline
D: center of flotation
9517: Aboard a vessel, dividing the sum of the transverse moments
by the total weight yields the vessel's __________________.
A: vertical moments
B: transverse position of the center of gravity
C: inclining moments
D: righting moments
9521: Aboard a vessel, dividing the sum of the vertical moments by
the total weight yields the vessel's ____________.
A: height of the center of gravity
B: vertical moments
C: righting moments
D: inclining moments
9523: When the height of the metacenter is the same as the
height of the center of gravity, the upright equilibrium
position is ______________.
A: stable
B: neutral
C: unstable
D: negative
9525: When the height of the metacenter is greater than the
height of the center of gravity a vessel has which type of
stability?
A: Stable
B: Neutral
C: Unstable
D: Negative
9527: When the height of the metacenter is less than the height of
the center of gravity, a vessel has which type of stability?
A: Stable
B: Neutral
C: Negative
D: Positive
9528: You are in Inland Waters of the United States. You may
discharge overboard _________________.
A: bottles
B: metal
C: dunnage
D: None of the above
9531: When the height of the metacenter is greater than the height
of the center of gravity, the upright equilibrium position
is stable and stability is _________________.
A: unstable
B: neutral
C: negative
D: positive
9533: Unstable equilibrium exists at small angles of inclination
when _________________.
A: G is above M
B: G is off the centerline
C: B is off the centerline
D: B is above G
9535: When stability of a vessel is neutral, the value of GM ____.
A: only depends on the height of the center of gravity
B: only depends on the height of the metacenter
C: is greater when G is low
D: is zero
9537: When the height of the metacenter is less than the height of
the center of gravity of a vessel, the upright equilibrium
position is ______.
A: stable
B: neutral
C: unstable
D: negative
9541: When the height of the metacenter is the same as the height
of the center of gravity of a vessel, the upright
equilibrium position is _______________.
A: stable
B: neutral
C: unstable
D: negative
9543: Stable equilibrium for a vessel means that the metacenter is
__________.
A: at a lower level than the baseline
B: on the longitudinal centerline
C: higher than the center of gravity
D: at amidships
9545: An unstable upright equilibrium position on a vessel means
that the metacenter is _______.
A: lower than the center of gravity
B: at the same height as the center of gravity
C: higher than the baseline
D: on the longitudinal centerline
9547: A neutral equilibrium position for a vessel means that the
metacenter is _____________.
A: lower than the keel
B: at the same height as the center of gravity
C: exactly at midships
D: at the center of the waterplane area
9551: When the height of the metacenter is less than the height
of the center of gravity, a vessel has which type of
stability?
A: Stable
B: Neutral
C: Unstable
D: Positive
9553: When the height of the metacenter is greater than the height
of the center of gravity, a vessel is in _______.
A: stable equilibrium
B: neutral equilibrium
C: unstable equilibrium
D: negative equilibrium
9557: Longitudinal moments are obtained by multiplying a vessel's
weight and its __________________.
A: VCG or KG
B: LCB
C: LCG
D: TCG
9561: Vertical moments are obtained by multiplying a vessel's
weight and its _________________.
A: VCG or KG
B: LCB
C: LCG
D: TCG
9562: The most likely location for a liquid cargo fire to occur on
a tanker would be ___________.
A: the midships house
B: in the pumproom
C: at the vent header
D: at the main deck manifold
9563: The KG of a vessel is found by dividing the displacement
into the ______________.
A: height of the center of gravity of the vessel
B: sum of the vertical moments of the vessel
C: sum of the free surface moments of the vessel
D: sum of the longitudinal moments of the vessel
9564: Automatic fire dampers in ventilation systems are operated
by use of _____________.
A: remotely operated valves
B: C02 system pressure switches
C: fusible links
D: heat or smoke detectors
9565: The LCG of a vessel may be found by dividing displacement
into the ______________.
A: longitudinal center of gravity of the vessel
B: sum of the vertical moments of the vessel
C: sum of the longitudinal moments of the vessel
D: longitudinal baseline of the vessel
9567: The correction to KG for transverse free surface effects may
be found by dividing the vessel's displacement into the
_________.
A: transverse free surface correction for the vessel
B: sum of the vertical moments of the vessel
C: sum of the transverse free surface moments of the vessel
D: transverse baseline of the vessel
9571: The correction to KG for longitudinal free surface effects
for a vessel can be found by dividing the vessel's
displacement into the __________.
A: transverse free surface correction for the vessel
B: sum of the vertical moments of the vessel
C: sum of the longitudinal free surface moments of the vessel
D: longitudinal centerline of the vessel
9573: A floating vessel will behave as if all of its weight is
acting downward through the ______________.
A: center of gravity
B: center of buoyancy
C: center of flotation
D: metacenter
9575: While preloading, the COASTAL DRILLER has a total weight of
21,401 kips. The LM are 2,560,416 ft-kips, and the TM are
6,206 ft-kips. What is the bow leg reaction?
A: 7,099 kips
B: 7,134 kips
C: 7,151 kips
D: 7,203 kips
9577: When is the density of the water required to be logged in
the logbook of a MODU?
A: Any time the vessel moves from water of one density into
waters of a different density
B: Prior to getting underway when the vessel is floating in
fresh or brackish water
C: Only when the vessel moves from fresh water into salt water
D: The density of the water is not required to be logged in the
unofficial logbook
9581: The C02 flooding system is actuated by a sequence of steps
which are __________.
A: break glass, pull valve, break glass, pull cylinder control
B: sound evacuation alarm, pull handle
C: open bypass valve, break glass, pull handle
D: open stop valve, open control valve, trip alarm
9583: Each person on a MODU carrying immersion suits must wear the
immersion suit in a boat drill, or participate in a drill
which includes donning the suit and being instructed in its
use at least once every _______.
A: month
B: 2 months
C: 3 months
D: 6 months
9585: While retrieving the survival craft, the engine should be
stopped __________________.
A: when the craft clears the water
B: when the cable has been attached
C: on approach to the platform
D: at the embarkation deck
9587: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#1 (Transit). What is the new transverse free surface
correction (FSCT) if the entire contents of Salt Water
Ballast Tanks 1P and 1S are discharged?
A: 0.46 foot
B: 0.71 foot
C: 1.08 feet
D: 1.44 feet
9591: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#2 (Ballasting to Survival). What is the new draft if all
the bulk materials are discharged?
A: 36.23 feet
B: 44.27 feet
C: 45.73 feet
D: 53.77 feet
9593: A semisubmersible floating in sea water displaces 717,500
cubic feet. What is the displacement?
A: 11,211 long tons
B: 11,498 long tons
C: 19,977 long tons
D: 20,500 long tons
9595: A non-symmetrical tank aboard a MODU contains 390 tons of
ballast at a VCG of 9.85 feet. Ballast weighing 250 tons
and a VCG of 12.0 feet is discharged. The vertical moments
for the remaining ballast is ______.
A: 842 ft-long tons
B: 3,000 ft-long tons
C: 3,842 ft-long tons
D: 6,842 ft-long tons
9597: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#5 (Survival), when an unexpected, slowly increasing port
list and bow down trim occurs. A leak in C1P is found. By
deballasting from ballast tanks 2P and 3P, the inclination
slowly decreases. The increase in the longitudinal free
surface correction is _______.
A: 0.90 foot
B: 0.83 foot
C: 0.57 foot
D: 0.49 foot
9601: The DEEP DRILLER is loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form
#5 (Survival) when an unexpected slowly increasing starboard
list and bow down trim occurs. A leak in 1S is found. By
deballasting from ballast tanks 2S and 3S, the inclination
slowly decreases. The increase in the longitudinal free
surface correction is _________________.
A: 1.25 feet
B: 0.90 foot
C: 0.83 foot
D: 0.34 foot
9603: During the passage of a severe storm the maximum vertical
moments, including free surface moments, permitted on the
DEEP DRILLER at survival draft is _________________.
A: 998,942 ft-tons
B: 996,522 ft-tons
C: 990,430 ft-tons
D: 889,555 ft-tons
9604: Except in rare cases, it is impossible to extinguish a
shipboard fire by ______.
A: removing the oxygen
B: removing the fuel
C: interrupting the chain reaction
D: removing the heat
9605: The COASTAL DRILLER, in transit with winds less than 70
knots, has a draft of 10 feet 8 inches. The VM are 541,257
ft-kips, FSML are 32,000 ft-kips, and FSMT are 24,000
ft-kips. The margin on the maximum allowable KG is
_________.
A: -2.3 feet
B: 0.0 feet
C: 23.7 feet
D: 26.0 feet
9606: You are fighting a Class B fire with a portable dry chemical
extinguisher. The discharge should be directed __________.
A: over the top of the fire
B: to bank off a bulkhead onto the fire
C: at the seat of the fire, starting at the near edge
D: at the main body of the fire
9607: There is a fire aft aboard your vessel. To help fight the
fire, you should _________________.
A: head the bow into the wind and decrease speed
B: put the wind off either beam
C: put the stern into the wind and increase speed
D: put the stern into the wind and decrease speed
9608: On small passenger vessels how many supply and exhaust
ducts are required in each enclosed space containing
gasoline powered machinery or gasoline fuel tanks?
A: 4 of each
B: 3 of each
C: 2 of each
D: 1 of each
9700: The regulations governing the sleeping accomodations of a
cargo vessel are found in _____.
A: 46 CFR subchapter S
B: 46 CFR subchapter T
C: 46 CFR subchapter B
D: 46 CFR subchapter I
69354: Which casualty involving a mobile offshore drilling
unit would require a report to be filed?
A: Damage to property of $20,000
B: An injury treated by first aid
C: An occurrence materially and adversely affecting
the vessel's fitness for service
D: All of the above