Deck General - 11 Flashcards
Which space(s) is(are) exempt when measuring gross tonnage?
All of the above
Which space(s) is(are) NOT exempt when measuring gross tonnage?
Cargo holds
Which splice is used to connect two separate lines together?
Long splice
Which splice should you use in order to make a permanent loop in a line?
Eye splice
Which standard operating procedure(s) should be adhered to on a Ro-Ro vessel?
Periodic inspection and retensioning of lashings as required during voyage
Which statement about a centrifugal cargo pump is TRUE?
It must have a positive suction.
Which statement about a tunnel bow thruster is TRUE?
It provides lateral control without affecting headway.
Which statement about a vessel’s stability while dry-docking is TRUE?
Every ton of weight bearing on the blocks acts as if a ton of weight was removed at keel level.
Which statement about bilge keels is CORRECT?
They increase resistance to rolling.
Which statement about damage control is TRUE?
A hole in the hull at the waterline is more dangerous than a hole below the inner bottom.
Which statement about general average is TRUE?
Property must have been sacrificed or an expenditure of money incurred.
Which statement about Naval Control of Shipping in wartime is TRUE?
It is mandatory in wartime.
Which statement about shipping coal is TRUE?
Coal should be surface ventilated to remove methane gas.
Which statement about ships operating in ice is FALSE?
In brash-filled channels, operating with a shallow draft forward is most effective.
Which statement about splices is TRUE?
A long splice is used to connect two lines that will pass through narrow openings.
Which statement about stopping a vessel is TRUE?
When a vessel is dead in the water any speed displayed by Doppler log reflects the current.
Which statement about the carriage of coal is true?
Freshly worked coal is more dangerous than weathered coal.
Which statement about the carriage of solid hazardous materials in bulk is TRUE?
Hazardous materials that require separation must not be handled at the same time.
Which statement about the dangerous cargo manifest is FALSE?
Shipments of hazardous and non hazardous cargoes may be listed on the manifest if they are destined for the same consignee.
Which statement about the dangerous cargo manifest, carried on a ship, is TRUE?
The manifest must be kept in a designated holder on or near the bridge.
Which statement about the deck line is TRUE?
A vessel with wooden planks on a steel deck will have the deck line marked at the intersection of the upper line of the wood sheathing with the side shell.
Which statement about the fo’c’sle card is TRUE?
Is an exact copy of shipping articles.
Which statement about the ventilation of bulk coal is TRUE?
Coal should be surface ventilated only.
Which statement about the Williamson turn is FALSE?
It requires the highest degree of shiphandling skills to accomplish.
Which statement about tunnel bow thrusters fitted to large vessels is TRUE?
When going astern at slow speed, they provide effective steering control.
Which statement about two lines spliced together is TRUE?
Splicing two lines together is stronger than knotting two lines together.
Which statement concerning a 298 GRT inspected tug engaged in towing from Seattle, WA, to Alaska is TRUE?
Each crew member must be issued a certificate of discharge at the time of discharge.
Which statement concerning a short splice is TRUE?
A short splice is stronger than two lines joined by a knot.
Which statement concerning an automatic towing engine is FALSE?
As tension on the hawser increases, more line is taken in by the automatic towing engine.
Which statement concerning castor oil is TRUE?
It is a grade E combustible liquid.
Which statement concerning dual- tonnage vessels is TRUE?
A single-deck vessel may not be assigned dual tonnages.
Which statement concerning solid floors is TRUE?
They may have lightening, limber, or air holes cut into them.
Which statement concerning storm surges on the Great Lakes is FALSE?
They are common along the deeper areas of the lakes.
Which statement concerning sweat damage in containers is TRUE?
Containers should be ventilated, dehumidified, or the contents physically protected against sweat damage.
Which statement concerning the carriage of containers is TRUE?
With tiered containers, a 40- foot container may be stowed on top of two 20-foot containers.
Which statement concerning the handling characteristics of a fully loaded vessel as compared with those of a light vessel is FALSE?
A light vessel loses more rudder effect in shallow water.
Which statement concerning the lashings of containers with solid bar or wire rope lashings is TRUE?
Stack weights should be less when using a solid bar lashing as compared to a wire lashing.
Which statement concerning the navigation of a vessel in ice is FALSE?
When anchoring in ice, it is advisable to increase the scope of the chain over what is normally used for non-icing conditions.
Which statement describes a cofferdam?
it’s constructed by placing two bulkheads a few feet apart
Which statement describes the motion of a yawing tow?
All of the above
Which statement is ALWAYS true?
Keep clear of any line that is under a strain.
Which statement is correct concerning the carriage of coal in bulk?
Coal should be vented with surface ventilation only.
Which statement is FALSE about using a wire bridle on an ocean tow?
The strength of each leg should be at least one-half that of the main towing hawser.
Which statement is FALSE
concerning a tagline as used with a 30- ton pedestal crane?
Taglines are wire rope purchases that raise and lower the jib.
Which statement is FALSE concerning precautions during fueling operations?
Fuel tanks should be topped off with no room for expansion.
Which statement is FALSE regarding certificates of discharge?
The mariner only signs the original copy of the discharge
Which statement is FALSE regarding the operation of a crane?
The cargo block is raised and lowered by the luffing winch.
Which statement is FALSE with regards to the Great Lakes Light List?
The Light List does not contain information on any of the navigational aids maintained by Canada.
Which statement is FALSE, concerning the Williamson turn?
The turn will return the vessel to the man’s location in the shortest possible time.
Which statement is FALSE?
Nylon is most practical for use on hip towing.
Which statement is FALSE?
None of the above
Which statement is NOT true concerning the stowage of class 1 explosives?
Class 1.4 explosives may not be stowed in the same hold with class 6.1 poisons.
Which statement is TRUE about the use of a “gob rope”?
The gob rope is used to secure the towline aft over the centerline of a tug..
Which statement is TRUE about hooks and shackles?
Shackles are stronger than hooks of the same diameter.
Which statement is TRUE about nylon line?
Nylon stoppers should be used with nylon line.
Which statement is TRUE about placing the eyes of two mooring lines on the same bollard?
Take the eye of the second line up through the eye of the first line before putting the second line on the bollard.
Which statement is TRUE concerning a tagline as used with a 30-ton pedestal crane?
Taglines are wire ropes payed-out or taken-in for horizontal positioning of the rider block.
Which statement is TRUE concerning a tagline as used with a 30-ton pedestal crane?
Taglines can be fastened to the corners of vehicles or containers during cargo operations.
Which statement is TRUE concerning a tagline as used with a 30-ton pedestal crane?
The crane might not have taglines installed in its rigging system.
Which statement is TRUE concerning deep well self-priming pumps?
Stripping systems are generally eliminated for the purposes of cargo handling.
Which statement is TRUE concerning hawser towing?
Shortening the tow hawser generally decreases the maneuverability of the tug.
Which statement is TRUE concerning insulating flanges?
They should be inspected and tested periodically to ensure that the insulation is clean and in good condition.
Which statement is TRUE concerning lifeboat installations on Great Lakes vessels?
All lifelines shall be able to reach the water at the vessel’s lightest draft with a 20° list.
Which statement is TRUE concerning lighting requirements for Great Lakes vessels?
An all-round white light may be carried in lieu of the second masthead light and stern light.
Which statement is TRUE concerning protection of double bottom tanks against excessive pressure?
The total area of the vents or the overflow shall be at least 125% of the area of the fill line.
Which statement is true concerning repairs on the hull of a vessel which is to be riveted and welded?
Welding must be completed before the riveting begins.
Which statement is TRUE concerning the tandem working arrangement of pedestal cranes when completing a quad lift?
The discharge is slow due to the size of the cargo and all the cranes working together.
Which statement is TRUE concerning the vessel’s slipstream?
The propeller gives it a helical motion.
Which statement is TRUE concerning toluene?
It is an aromatic hydrocarbon.
Which statement is TRUE concerning vessels over 1600 gross tons certificated for service solely on the Great Lakes?
They must carry a deep-sea hand lead.
Which statement is TRUE concerning weather conditions on the Great Lakes?
When a vessel is north of an eastward-moving storm center, changes in the weather are less distinctive than when sailing south of the center.
Which statement is TRUE of centrifugal pumps aboard tank vessels?
They are gravity- fed.
Which statement is TRUE regarding the operation of a crane?
The crane jib is raised and lowered by the luffing winch.
Which statement is TRUE with respect to shiphandling procedures in ice?
Go astern in ice with extreme care - always with rudder amidships.
Which statement is TRUE with respect to the elasticity of nylon mooring lines?
Under load, nylon will stretch and thin out but will return to normal size when free of tension.
Which statement is TRUE with respect to the load line markings shown.
A vessel displaying these marks may load in the salt waters of the St.
Lawrence River.
Which statement(s) is(are) TRUE concerning wire rope?
Wire rope should be condemned if the outside wires are worn to one- half their original diameter.
Which statement(s) is/are FALSE concerning crane cargo operations?
Cargo loaded into vehicles and/or containers prior to lifting need not be secured.
Which statement(s) is/are TRUE concerning crane cargo operations?
Never exceed crane manufacturer’s limits concerning the safe working loads of cargo jibs.
Which statement(s) is/are TRUE concerning crane cargo operations?
All the above