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26: The galley on your cargo vessel has an area of 2,500 square feet. What would fulfill the minimum requirements for fire protection?
N a. One B-I extinguisher Y b. One B-II extinguisher N c. One B-II and one C-II extinguisher N d. One B-V extinguisher 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. ST-0001
N a. 338 tons N b. 309 tons N c. 281 tons Y d. 263 tons 108: Antiseptics are used principally to __________.
N a. speed healing Y b. prevent infection N c. reduce inflammation N d. increase blood circulation 324: The national distress, safety, and calling frequency is channel __________.
N a. 13 Y b. 16 N c. 18 N d. 22 412: To get low-velocity fog from an all-purpose nozzle, you would __________.
N a. attach the bronze nozzle tip to the fog outlet of the nozzle Y b. attach an applicator to the nozzle in place of the bronze nozzle tip N c. attach an applicator to the solid stream outlet on the nozzle N d. simply move the handle to the vertical position on the nozzle 491: Before starting to hoist provisions, which should be checked?
N a. Hoist rope is not kinked N b. Multiple part lines are not twisted around each other N c. The hook is centrally located over the load Y d. All of the above 519: A vessel must have at least two fireman's outfits aboard if she __________.
N a. is documented N b. is over 100 gross tons N c. is under foreign articles Y d. has more than 49 people aboard 668: The midships house of your break bulk ship is constructed with an interior stair tower from the main deck to the bridge. Under what circumstances may the doors from each deck to the stair tower be kept open when underway?
N a. They are to be kept closed at all times. N b. They may be kept open if the ventilation or air conditioning system is shut down. Y c. They may be kept open if they can be automatically closed from the bridge. N d. They can be kept open if the Muster List ("Station Bill") has personnel designated to close them in case of fire. 757: Which tank vessel must carry a signaling lamp?
N a. A 1,000 GT tanker on a coastwise voyage Y b. A 200 GT tanker on an international voyage N c. A 300 GT tanker on an intercoastal voyage N d. All of the above 982: In continuous operation, the effective range of the 15 pound CO2 extinguisher is limited to __________.
N a. 2 to 4 feet Y b. 3 to 8 feet N c. 9 to 12 feet N d. 10 to 15 feet 1088: The flash point of a liquid means the temperature __________.
Y a. at which a liquid will give off flammable vapors N b. at which a liquid will burn steadily N c. at which a liquid will explode N d. that a liquid must reach before it will flow readily 1326: All inflatable liferafts have __________.
N a. safety straps from the overhead N b. built in seats N c. releasing hooks at each end Y d. water stabilizing pockets 1624: A sail plan, including the vessel's itinerary, name, number, and persons aboard, should be filed with __________.
N a. the FAA N b. the Coast Guard N c. U.S. Customs Y d. a responsible person 1675: What entry would NOT be shown on the V line of an AMVER report?
Y a. MED TECH N b. MD N c. NONE N d. NURSE 1698: To prevent a wooden hull from leaking you caulk it __________.
N a. after dry docking, while the hull is moist Y b. after dry docking, and the hull has dried N c. afloat, where it is leaking N d. afloat, in all accessible areas 1702: You are sailing at 8 knots on a beam reach in an apparent wind of 25 knots. Which statement is TRUE?
N a. The true wind is a little abaft your beam, at just under 25 knots. N 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. N c. If you turn to a close reach, the apparent wind will reduce in strength. Y d. None of the above are true. 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)
N a. 4.14 feet N b. 4.38 feet Y c. 4.55 feet N d. 4.94 feet 1911: A ketch is a sailing vessel with __________.
N a. one mast N b. two masts: with the mizzen stepped abaft the rudder post Y c. two masts: with the mizzen stepped forward of the rudder post N d. two masts: a foremast and a mainmast 1972: Which statement about sailing close-hauled is TRUE?
Y a. If you ease the sheets and change heading, you can sail faster but not so close to the wind. N b. If you ease the sheets you will be in irons. N c. If you sheet your sails closer to the centerline, you can sail closer to the wind and decrease leeway. N d. If you sheet your sails closer to the centerline, you will luff. 1991: It is the responsibility of the person in charge to __________.
N a. revise the operating manual when rig personnel change Y b. be fully aware of the provisions in the operating manual N c. maintain the rig's construction portfolio N d. All of the above 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?
N a. 1.14 feet N b. 1.36 feet Y c. 1.55 feet N d. 1.96 feet 2153: On offshore drilling units each ring life buoy must be marked, in a contrasting color, with the unit's __________.
Y a. name and port of registry N b. owner and port of registry N c. port of registry and identification number N d. name and owner 2225: Which system is least likely to be affected by atmospheric disturbances?
N a. NAVTEX Y b. INMARSAT N c. MF NBDP N d. HF NBDP 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 __________.
Y a. ease the mainsheet and bear more away from the wind N b. haul in on the mainsheet and steer more towards the wind N c. haul in on the mainsheet and ease the jib sheet N d. ease all sheets and bear more into the wind 2283: Sails may be wing and wing when_____________.
N a. tacking N b. on a close reach Y c. sailing with the wind aft N d. anchored or drifting 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 60° inclination if the center of gravity is 2.4 feet off the centerline.
N a. 2.4 feet N b. 1.8 feet Y c. 0.5 foot N d. 0.2 foot 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)
N a. Less than 1° Y b. 2° N c. 4° N d. 7° 3021: A semisubmersible which flops between port and starboard angles of list is likely to have __________.
N a. KMT greater than KML Y b. KMT less than KGT N c. an off-center LCG N d. TCG greater than level-vessel TCB 3065: Which precaution should be taken when testing a line throwing gun?
Y a. Never remove the line from the rocket. N b. Fire it at an angle of approximately 90 degrees to the horizon. N c. Wear asbestos gloves. N d. All of the above 3175: The jettisoning of topside weight from a MODU serves what purpose?
N a. It returns the MODU to an even keel. N b. It reduces free surface effect. Y c. It lowers the center of gravity. N d. It raises the center of gravity. 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. ST-0119
N a. 270.6 ft N b. 261.2 ft Y c. 250.5 ft N d. 246.8 ft 3331: The stability which remains after a compartment is flooded is called __________.
N a. intact stability N b. initial stability N c. immersion stability Y d. damage stability 3502: How many self-contained breathing apparati are required aboard a 500 ton passenger vessel in river service with 75 passenger staterooms?
N a. 0 Y b. 1 N c. 2 N d. 3 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?
N a. Continue drilling operations while waiting for the ice to melt Y b. Reduce the deck load until you reach the allowable KG for draft N c. Notify the USCG that the rig is temporarily above the allowable KG N d. Deballast to reach the allowable KG 3698: 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?
N a. Blow harder to force the air past the tongue. N b. Raise the victim's head higher than his feet. N c. Press on the victim's lungs so that air pressure will blow out any obstruction. Y d. Re-tip the head and try again. 3814: If you are forced to abandon ship in a rescue boat, you should __________.
Y a. remain in the immediate vicinity N b. head for the nearest land N c. head for the closest sea-lanes N d. vote on what to do, so all hands will have a part in the decision 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 __________.
N a. 33 Starboard N b. 44 Starboard Y c. 33 Port N d. 44 Port 3876: What is NOT a requirement for testing the line throwing appliance on a vessel?
N a. A drill should be conducted every three months. Y b. A regular service line must be used when it's fired. N c. A regular projectile must be used when it's fired. N d. The actual firing is at the discretion of the Master. 3949: When should you first have any food or water after boarding a lifeboat or liferaft?
N a. After 12 hours Y b. After 24 hours N c. Within 48 hours N d. Some food and water should be consumed immediately and then not until 48 hours later 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?
N a. 5,683 ft-tons Y b. 2,689 ft-tons N c. 306 ft-tons N d. 000 ft-tons 3964: Paints and solvents on a vessel should be __________.
N a. stored safely in a cool dark non-ventilated area until work is completed Y b. resealed and returned to a well ventilated area after each use N c. covered at all times to protect from ignition sources N d. stored in a suitable gear locker 4039: The fire protection regulations for towing vessels require the crew to be trained for fire fighting with drills and safety orientations __________.
N a. only if the vessel is greater than 100 gross tons Y b. always, as stated in the regulations N c. but, only applies to towing vessels constructed after August 27, 2003 N d. however, drills are not required for those holding a fire fighting certificate 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. ST-0161
N a. LCG-FP 271.2 feet N b. LCG-FP 272.1 feet N c. LCG-FP 273.6 feet Y d. LCG-FP 274.6 feet 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?
N a. 3,806 kips N b. 5,751 kips Y c. 5,879 kips N d. 7,549 kips 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?
N a. 200 kips from tank #26 to tank #25 N b. 200 kips from tank #25 to tank #26 N c. 100 kips from tank #26 to tank #25 Y d. 100 kips from tank #25 to tank #26 5183: The DEEP DRILLER departs a fresh water port at a draft of 20.5 feet. What will be the draft in sea water?
N a. 18.2 feet N b. 19.4 feet Y c. 19.7 feet N d. 22.8 feet 5495: Extended cyclical variations in tensions will cause an anchor chain to break due to __________.
Y a. fatigue N b. corrosion N c. distortion N d. abrasion 6531: On the cargo manifest, the weight of the cargo inside a box is called the __________.
N a. gross weight Y b. net weight N c. light weight N d. rate weight 6533: When loading or discharging dry mud or cement, crew members should use facial respirator masks and __________.
Y a. goggles N b. ear plugs N c. soft-soled boots N d. fireman's outfit 6663: A branch line valve of a fire extinguishing system on a MODU must be marked with the __________.
N a. maximum pressure allowed at that branch Y b. name of the space or spaces which it serves N c. date of the last maintenance inspection N d. pressure needed to maintain an effective stream at that point 7135: What is the best instrument for establishing a safe working area before welding in a confined space?
N a. An oxygen indicator N b. A combustible gas indicator Y c. A combination combustible gas and oxygen indicator N d. A flame safety lamp 7747: In the absence of external forces, the center of gravity of a floating vessel is located directly above the __________.
N a. metacenter N b. amidships N c. center of flotation Y d. geometric center of the displaced volume 7847: When the mainline valve of a self-contained breathing apparatus is open, the bypass valve should be __________.
N a. completely open Y b. completely closed N c. disconnected N d. partially opened 8156: Category 1 EPIRBs are required to be carried on board __________.
N a. small passenger vessels on the Great Lakes N b. all deep draft vessels Y c. fishing industry vessels N d. small passenger vessels 8288: What is NOT used as a stern tube bearing, on a large vessel?
N a. Wooden (lignum vitae) strips N b. Hard rubber N c. Resin bonded composition Y d. Bronze bushings 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?
N a. 20 Y b. 50 N c. 100 N d. 200 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 __________.
N a. keel Y b. center of buoyancy N c. tipping center N d. amidships section 9001: The difference between the starboard and port drafts caused by shifting a weight transversely is __________.
Y a. list N b. heel N c. trim N d. flotation 9275: A jack-up 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?
N a. 23.33 feet N b. 18.67 feet N c. 4.67 feet Y d. -3.33 feet 9303: When displacement increases, the free surface corrections for slack tanks __________.
N a. increase Y b. decrease N c. are directly proportional N d. remain unchanged