Deck General Flashcards
“Avast” means __________.
stop
“Block stowage” means __________.
stowing all the cargo for a port in the same area
Ease the rudder” means to __________.
decrease the rudder angle
Free pratique” means that __________.
health requirements have been met and no further quarantine formalities are required
“Hanging a barge off” means to __________.
moor a barge to the bank and leave
“Hard right rudder” means __________.
put the rudder over to the right all the way
“Herringbone” is a term associated with
sewing
“Ice blink” is __________.
the yellowish-white glare on the underside of a cloud layer
“Limber” is a term associated with
drainage
“Seiche” is defined as a(n) __________.
oscillation caused by the diminishing of forces which cause lake level fluctuations
“White Line” is made from __________.
cotton
A “barrel” is a unit of liquid measure equivalent to __________.
42 U.S. gallons at 60°F
A “bowline” is used to __________.
form a temporary eye (loop) at the end of a line
A “check” line is __________.
used to slow the headway of a barge
A “chock” is a __________.
casting fitted at the side of a weather deck, used as a fairlead
A “contra-guide” is a type of
rudder
A “dangerous cargo manifest” is needed for you to carry a combustible cargo. You should obtain the shipping papers to make this “manifest” from the __________.
shipper
A “figure eight” knot is used to _______
keep a line from passing through a sheave
A “gypsy” or “gypsyhead” is a __________.
spool-shaped drum fitted on a winch
A “liner” in riveted construction of a vessel is a(n) __________.
small plate which fills the aperture between riveted strakes and the vessel framing
A “loose” tow may cause all of the following EXCEPT __________.
a saving in the transit time
A “Mediterranean moor” should be used when __________.
when docking stern to a berth
A “sheepshank” is used to __________.
shorten a line
A “skiff hook” is a device used to __________
attach a towline to the eye bolt to the bow of a trailer-able boat
A “spring line” is a __________.
mooring line running diagonally to the keel
A “stopper” is __________.
a short length of line used for temporarily holding another line
A “strongback” refers to a __________.
bar securing a cargo port
A “wet cargo” refers to __________.
liquids in containers
A “whipping” is __________.
turns of twine around a rope end
A 150-meter vessel is proceeding down the course of a narrow channel in the Great Lakes System. A 60-meter vessel is starting to cross the channel. Which statement is TRUE?
If the smaller vessel is engaged in fishing, he shall not impede the passage of the other vessel.
A 30,000 DWT tankship is required to have an IOPP certificate when __________.
calling at ports in another country signatory to MARPOL 73/78
A 6x12, two-inch wire rope has __________.
6 strands and a two-inch diameter
A 6x19 wire rope would be __________.
6 strands with 19 wires in each strand
A 750 foot passenger vessel operating on the Great Lakes, not subject to SOLAS regulations, is required to carry how many ring life buoys?
24
A ballasted vessel sinks enroute to a dry dock. Under these circumstances, the vessel’s owner can claim
actual total loss
A band or collar on the top end of a boom to which the topping lift, midships guy, and outboard guys are secured, is called the __________.
spider band
A bench hook is used for __________.
sewing canvas
A block and tackle is “rove to advantage”. This means that the
hauling part leads through the movable block
A block that can be opened at the hook or shackle end to receive a bight of the line is a ______
snatch block
A bollard is found on the __________.
pier
A breeches buoy is being rigged from the shore to a stranded vessel. The initial shot line passed to the vessel is normally made fast to a __________.
tail-block and whip which may be used to pass a hawser to the vessel
A bridle for an ocean tow consists of __________.
two chains of equal length
A butt is indicated by which letter?
D
A cargo exception would appear on
a Bill of Lading
A cargo of 10,000 barrels of gasoline is loaded at a temperature of 90°F, and a cargo temperature of 55°F, is expected on this voyage. It has a coefficient of expansion of .0006. How many barrels would you expect to discharge at your destination?
9790
A cargo of canned foodstuff is packed in cartons. Each carton is 36 cubic feet and weighs 340 pounds. The stowage factor of the cargo is __________.
237
A cargo of canned foodstuffs is packed in cartons. Each carton is 36 cubic feet and weighs 380 pounds. What is the stowage factor of the cargo?
212
A cargo of fuel oil is loaded whose temperature is 66°F. API gravity is 36°. The volume correction factor (VCF) is .0005. A cargo temperature of 80°F is expected at the discharge port. If 9,000 barrels were loaded, how many gallons would you expect to unload?
380646
A cargo of fuel oil is loaded whose temperature is 66°F. API gravity is 36°. The volume correction factor (VCF) is .0005. A cargo temperature of 80°F is expected at the discharge port. If 9,000 barrels were loaded, how many barrels would you expect to unload?
9063
A cargo of oil has a coefficient of expansion of .0005 per degree F. If this cargo is loaded at 70°F, and a cargo temperature of 90°F is expected at the discharge port, how many barrels would you expect to unload if you loaded 10,000 barrels?
10,100
A cargo that has a stowage factor over 40 is known as a __________.
measurement cargo
A carling is used aboard ship __________.
to stiffen areas under points of great stress between beams
A case received for shipment has the markings shown. Each carton measures 13” X 15” X 23”. What is the total cubic capacity the entire consignment will occupy? (Ignore broken stowage.)
779 cubic feet (22 cubic meters)
A case received for shipment has the markings shown. Each carton measures 13” X 15” X 23”. What is the total cubic capacity the entire consignment will occupy if you assume 10% broken stowage?
857 cubic feet (24 cubic meters)
A case received for shipment is marked as shown. The portion of the symbol indicated by the letter A is __________.
a stowage sequence marking
A chain bridle is preferable to a wire rope towing bridle on a long ocean tow because chain __________.
All of the above
A chain bridle is used when towing astern because it __________.
provides an effective catenary and absorbs shock due to its weight
A chain stripper is used to __________.
prevent chain from clinging to the wildcat
A change of a documented vessel’s name can only be made by the
Coast Guard
A channel is stated as having a controlling depth of 38 feet. Which statement is TRUE?
100% of the channel width is clear to 38 feet.
A charterer is unable to complete the loading of a vessel during the lay days specified in the charter party. Under these circumstances, the _____
vessel operator can collect demurrage
A Chinese stopper (two lines) will hold best when you __________.
twist the ends together and hold them in the direction of the pull
A chock __________.
provides openings through the bulwark for mooring lines
A claim for cargo damages may be held against the ship owner if such damage is the result of failure of the ship’s officers to __________.
ensure the fitness and safety of cargo spaces
A clause in the charter party requires a vessel’s owner to pay dispatch money when the vessel __________.
loads and discharges its cargo in less time than specified
A combustible liquid with a flash point of 90°F would be grade __________.
D
A common class of wire rope is the 6X37 class. What does the 37 represent?
Number of wires per strand
A common occurrence when a vessel is running into shallow water is that __________.
“squat” will cause a decrease in bottom clearance and an increase in draft
A complaint of unseaworthiness by a majority of crew members to the American Consul is found to be justified after a survey is completed. Who must pay the cost of the survey?
Master
A condition where two currents meet at the downstream end of a middle bar can be determined by a __________.
V-shaped ripple with the point of the V pointing downstream
A continual worsening of the list or trim indicates __________.
progressive flooding
the movement of a particular cargo from one designated port to another at a specified rate for each ton of goods loaded is called a __________.
voyage charter party
A contract of affreightment is a
Bill of Lading
A copy of the Articles of Agreement, less the signatures, is required to be posted. This document is called the
Fo’c’sle Card
A crack in the deck plating of a vessel may be temporarily prevented from increasing in length by __________.
drilling a hole at each end of the crack
A crew has signed on for a 3-month voyage. Fourteen days into the voyage a seaman is improperly discharged at the first port of call. How much pay is he entitled to receive?
14 days and one month’s extra
A crew member has just fallen overboard off your port side. Which action should you take?
immediately put the rudder over hard left.
A Danforth lightweight anchor does NOT hold well in which type of bottom?
gGrass
A deck beam does NOT __________.
lessen the longitudinal stiffness of the vessel
A deck fitting, used to secure line or wire rope, consisting of a single body with two protruding horns is called a
cleat
A declaration made by the Master before a U.S. Consul, giving particulars regarding heavy weather or other incidents which may have caused damage to the vessel or cargo, through no fault of the vessel, her officers, or crew is a(n) __________.
note of protest
A deep draft VLCC (100,000 DWT+) navigating in a narrow channel or canal __________.
draws more water than when underway in deep water
A deepwell pump is a type of
centrifugal pump
A Deratization Exemption Certificate is valid for a period of __________.
6 months
A design modification of an anchor chain which prevents kinking is the
stud link
A device used to tighten up remaining slack in wire rope when you are making up to a tow in inland waters is a
steamboat ratchet
A disadvantage of using chain lashing on heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that __________.
the links lose strength if placed over corners
A disadvantage of using chain lashing on heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that it __________.
does not absorb shock
A disadvantage of using chain lashing on heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that it is __________.
heavy
A disk with a horizontal line through its center, equivalent to the summer load line, is called the __________.
Plimsoll mark
A document used to indicate suspected cargo damage caused by rough weather would be the __________.
Master’s Note of Protest
A document which has a list of names, birthplaces, and residences of persons employed on a merchant vessel bound from a U.S. port on a foreign voyage and is required at every port is called the __________.
Certified Crew List
A drift lead indicates that the vessel is dragging anchor when the line is __________.
taut and leading forward
A face line is used to __________.
secure barges to the towboat
A fid is a __________.
tapered wooden pin used when splicing heavy rope
A fire has damaged 20 bales of cotton on a freighter loaded with general cargo. This claim would come under __________.
particular average
A flammable liquid having a Reid vapor pressure of 8½ P.S.I.A. or less and a flash point of 80°F or below is grade
C
A grapnel is a __________.
device used to drag for a submerged cable or line
A Great Lakes bulk ore vessel would use an “Iron Deckhand” to assist in
removing hatch covers
A Great Lakes vessel bound for Anticosti Island is exempt from the IMO Grain Regulations if the vessel meets all of the following standards EXCEPT __________.
slack surfaces should be in a mound
A half-height container is used __________.
to carry cargoes such as steel products or drums
A heated bulkhead has the effect on a hygroscopic commodity of __________.
raising the vapor pressure of the commodity
A heavy steel curved arch constructed athwartships and above the after deck on a towing vessel is sometimes called a __________.
texas bar
A heavy steel curved arch constructed athwartships and above the after deck on a towing vessel is sometimes called a __________.
Dutch tow bar
A high cube container is designed specifically to __________.
carry low density cargoes
A high cube container would most likely be used to stow __________.
household appliances
A holder of a license as Master of towing vessels may work each 24 hours for a period not to exceed __________.
12 hours
A holder of a license as Operator of Uninspected Towing Vessels may work each 24 hours for a period not to exceed __________.
12 hours
A hook that will release quickly is a
pelican hook
A hygroscopic cargo is defined as a cargo __________.
capable of absorbing moisture in the form of a gas
A journal kept by the officer of the watch in which day to day happenings are recorded regarding the deck department is the __________.
deck rough log
A Kort nozzle is a(n) __________.
hollow tube surrounding the propeller used to improve thrust
A large basin cut into the shore, closed off by a caisson, and used for dry docking of ships is known as a
graving dock
A large vessel is equipped with a controllable pitch propeller. Which statement is TRUE?
When dead in the water, it is often difficult to find the neutral position and slight headway or sternway may result.
barges at a common corner, lashed in an “X” fashion, is called a __________.
scissor wire
A license for apprentice mate (steersman) of uninspected towing vessels shall be renewed within what time period before or after the expiration date?
12 months
Guard for apprentice mate (steersman) of Uninspected Towing Vessels is valid for __________.
5 years and must be renewed
A license issued by the U.S. Coast Guard for Master of Towing Vessels is valid for __________.
5 years and must be renewed
A licensed Master of Towing Vessels may NOT serve as the Captain of which towing vessel?
375 GRT towing vessel operating between Texas and Puerto Rico
A licensed Master of Towing Vessels may NOT serve as the person in charge of which towing vessel?
349 GRT towing vessel operating between Florida and Puerto Rico
A licensed Master of Towing Vessels may NOT serve as the person in charge of which towing vessel?
405 GRT towing vessel operating between Florida and the US Virgin Islands
A list man would expect to see any of the following light signals EXCEPT
one amber light
A list signal of one white light indicates that the vessel is __________.
listing about 1° to the side the light is displayed on
A load line certificate is valid for how many years?
5
A load line is assigned by __________.
a recognized classification society approved by the U.S. Coast Guard
A long pole with a hook at one end, used to reach for lines, is known as a
pike pole
A long splice in a line __________.
is used in running rigging
A long ton is __________.
2,240 pounds
A look-out at the bow sights an object on your port side. How many bell strokes should he sound?
Two
A lookout can leave his station __________.
only when properly relieved
A lookout can leave his station __________.
ONLY when properly relieved
A look-out should report objects sighted using __________.
relative bearings
A lot of special cargo of similar cartons as shown is to be loaded. What is the total cubic capacity the consignment will occupy if you assume 10% broken stowage?
65 cubic feet (2.0 cubic meters)
A lot of special cargo of similar cartons is to be loaded aboard your vessel. You examine one of the cartons of the lot shown. What is the total cubic space the consignment will occupy? (Assume no broken stowage.)
58 cubic feet (1.7 cubic meters)
A lot of special cargo of similar cartons, as shown, is to be loaded. What is the weight of the consignment?
1250 pounds
A majority of the crew requests a survey from the American Consul to determine a vessel’s seaworthiness. The vessel is found unfit to continue her intended voyage. The Consul allows the vessel to sail to another port where deficiencies can be corrected. The crew must __________.
comply with the judgment
A man was sighted as he fell overboard. After completing a Williamson turn, the man is not sighted. What type of search should be conducted?
Sector search
A maritime lien may be placed against __________.
a vessel, cargo, or freight
A Master should file a marine note of protest if __________.
the vessel encountered heavy weather which might have caused cargo damage
A mechanical davit is designed to automatically __________.
lift the boat off the inboard chocks
A metal eye spliced into a wire is called a __________.
thimble
A metal object on the pier resembling a tree stump and made to receive mooring lines is a __________.
bollard
A metal ring on the bottom of a block, to which the standing part of a tackle is spliced, is known as a(n) __________.
becket
A method used to make an eye in a bight of line where it cannot be spliced is known as __________.
seizing
A monkey fist is found on a __________.
heaving line
A mooring line is described as being 6x24, 1-3/4 inch wire rope. What do the above numbers refer to?
Strands, wires, diameter
A mooring line leading 45° to the keel, used to check forward or astern movement of a vessel, is called a
spring line
A mooring line leading at nearly right angles to the keel is a __________.
breast line
A mooring line that checks forward motion of a vessel at a pier is a __________.
stern line
A natural fiber rope can be ruined by dampness because it may __________.
rot
A new coil of nylon line should be opened by __________.
unreeling from a spool
A new coil of nylon line should be opened by __________.
unreeling from a spool
A new crewman reports on board. He must be trained in the use of the ship’s lifesaving appliances within what time period?
2 weeks
normal safe working load for used nylon rope in good condition is
25% of its breaking strain
A Notice of Marine Casualty to a vessel must include __________.
the name of the owner or agent of the vessel
A nylon line is rated at 12,000 lbs. breaking strain. Using a safety factor of 5, what is the safe working load (SWL)?
2400 lbs
A nylon line is rated at 15,000 lbs. breaking strain. Using a safety factor of 5, what is the safe working load (SWL)?
3000 lbs
A package contains nitric acid solution and is radioactive. The radiation level at the package surface is .36 millirems per hour. How should this package be labeled?
Radioactive I and corrosive
A partial deck in a hold is called a(n)
orlop deck
A pelican hook __________.
can be released while under strain
A periodic thorough examination of the cargo gear proves satisfactory. What percentage of the total gear must be dismantled to determine actual internal condition?
none
A Permit to Proceed is issued by the
U.S. Coast Guard
A person has fallen overboard and is being picked up with a lifeboat. If the person appears in danger of drowning, the lifeboat should make __________.
the most direct approach
A person is found operating a vessel while under the influence of alcohol. He/she is liable for __________.
a civil penalty of not more than $5,000
A person who sees someone fall overboard should __________.
call for help and keep the individual in sight
A petroleum liquid has a flash point of 135°Fahrenheit. This liquid is classed as a grade __________.
D combustible liquid
A petroleum liquid has a flash point of 85°F. This is a grade __________.
D combustible liquid
A piece of small stuff (small line) secured to an object to prevent it from going adrift is a __________.
lanyard
A post on a dock or wharf used to secure mooring lines or hawsers is called a __________.
bollard
A precaution you should take before bunkering is to __________.
plug the scuppers
A predictable result of a vessel nearing a bank or edge of a channel is that the __________.
stern is drawn to the bank as the bow sheers off
A proper look-out must be kept __________.
at all times
A racetrack turn would be better than a Williamson turn in recovering a man overboard if __________.
the sea water is very cold and the man is visible
A relief valve for a cargo pump is generally installed __________.
between the pump and discharge valve
A report of casualty to a vessel must include __________.
the name of the owner or agent of the vessel
A rescue helicopter’s hoist area should have a radius of at least __________.
50 feet of clear deck
A rolling hitch can be used to __________.
secure a line around a spar
A rope ladder with wooden rungs is a __________.
Jacob’s ladder
A rope made of a combination of wire and fiber is known as __________.
spring lay
A safety shackle is identified by its ______
pin
A sail hook is used for __________.
sewing canvas
A seam is indicated by which letter in illustration D033DG?
E
A seaman about to be discharged has a Continuous Discharge Book. Which statement is TRUE?
The record of entry in the book must be submitted to the Coast Guard.
A seaman assaults the Second Mate and injures him with a beer bottle while the ship is at sea. The incident is logged in the Official Logbook. In subsequent suspension and revocation proceedings against the seaman, according to the regulations,
the logbook entry is prima facie evidence of the facts if it complies with the law
A seaman deserts the vessel in a foreign port. What should the Master do with any of the deserter’s personal effects remaining on board?
Transfer them to the appropriate district court of the U.S. at the end of the voyage.
A seaman dies during a voyage. What is NOT required to be entered into the Official Log?
Statement that the Master has taken custody of the deceased’s MMD and passport
A seaman is entitled by law to a release from Foreign Articles when __________.
the vessel is overloaded
A seaman is entitled by law to a release from Foreign Articles when __________.
the vessel is overloaded
0
A seaman is reported missing in the morning and was last seen after coming off the mid-watch. Which type of turn would you use to return to the track-line steamed during the night?
Williamson
A seaman leaves a vessel before it sails from a foreign port. He informs the Chief Officer that he won’t return. After the vessel sails, the Chief Officer finds the seaman’s work clothes in his locker. How should the Master handle this matter?
Log the seaman as a deserter.
A seaman lost his continuous discharge book during the voyage. Upon discharge from Articles, he should be issued a __________.
Certificate of Discharge with the white copy forwarded to the Commandant
A seaman may have all or part of his wages deposited by allotment to a bank or savings institution. Which of the following is NOT a requirement for this type of allotment?
The account must be either a checking or savings account.
A seaman may not make an allotment to his __________.
mother-in-law
A seaman signed on articles on 16 January 1987 and signed off on 2 March 1987. How should you enter this under the Time of Service column in the articles?
46 Days
A seaman you have just discharged has a Continuous Discharge Book. Which statement is TRUE?
The record of entry in the continuous discharge book shall agree with the entry made in the Ship’s Articles
A serving mallet is used in __________.
covering wire or fiber rope
A set of interior steps on a ship leading up to a deck from below is know as __________.
a companion way
A sheave is a __________.
grooved wheel in a block
A shipper of cargo aboard your vessel offers a letter of indemnity for the cargo. This is done in order to obtain a(n)
Clean Bill of Lading
A shore is a piece of securing dunnage that __________.
runs from a low supporting level up to the cargo at an angle
A short splice in a line __________.
doubles the size of the line
A short ton is a unit of weight consisting of __________.
2,000 pounds
A single fitting installed in a pipeline that either blanks off the pipe or allows a full flow passage of a liquid through the pipe is referred to as a __________.
A single fitting installed in a pipeline that either blanks off the pipe or allows a full flow passage of a liquid through the pipe is referred to as a __________.
A single-screw vessel going ahead tends to turn more rapidly to port because of propeller __________.
sidewise force
A situation has occurred in which your vessel must be towed. When the towing vessel passes the towing line to you, you should secure the line __________.
to the forward-most bitts
A situation has occurred where it becomes necessary for you to be towed. What action should be taken to prevent your vessel from yawing?
Shift weight to the stern
A six-strand composite rope made up of alternate fiber and wire strands around a fiber core is called __________.
spring lay
A sling is a device used in __________.
hoisting cargo aboard a vessel
A sling is rigged on a piece of pipe weighing 1000 lbs. The angle between the sling legs is 140° and the legs are of equal length. What stress is exerted on each sling leg when the pipe is lifted?
1462 lbs.
A small light tackle with blocks of steel or wood that is used for miscellaneous small jobs is called a __________.
handy-billy
0
A smooth, tapered pin, usually of wood, used to open up the strands of a rope for splicing is called a(n) __________.
fid
A snag or other underwater obstruction may form a __________.
V-shaped ripple with the point of the V pointing upstream
A snatch block is a __________.
hinged block
A snatch block would most likely be used as a __________.
fairlead
A spreader bar is used to __________.
protect the upper part of a load
A spring line leads __________.
fore and aft from the ship’s side
A stage should only be rigged
over the open water
A standard net barrel of petroleum products is __________.
42 gallons at 60°F
A stopper used in securing the ground tackle for sea that consists of a grab attached to a turnbuckle is a
devil’s claw
3
A stream of water immediately surrounding a moving vessel’s hull, flowing in the same direction as the vessel is known as __________.
wake current
A sufficient amount of chain must be veered when anchoring a vessel to ensure __________.
the anchor flukes bite into the ocean bottom
A survey of refrigerated cargo, to certify that proper methods of stowage were utilized, can be conducted by the __________.
National Cargo Bureau
A tackle is “two blocked” when the blocks are __________.
jammed together
0
A tank holds 400 tons of sea water when filled. How many tons of liquid of specific gravity 0.9300 will it hold when filled to 90% capacity?
326.6
A tank is loaded with 9,000 barrels of gasoline. The temperature of the product is 80°F (27°C), and it has a coefficient of expansion of .0008. The net amount of cargo loaded is __________.
8,856 barrels
A tank is loaded with 9,000 barrels of gasoline. The temperature of the product is 90°F (32°C), and it has a coefficient of expansion of .0008. What is the net amount of cargo loaded?
8784 bbls
A tanker is loaded with 12,000 barrels of #2 fuel oil. The temperature of the product is 88°F. API gravity is 39°. The volume correction factor (VCF) is .0005. The net amount of cargo in barrels, loaded is _________.
11,832
A tanker is loaded with 12,000 barrels of #2 fuel oil. The temperature of the product is 88°F. API gravity is 39°. The volume correction factor (VCF) is .0005. The net amount of cargo in gallons, loaded is _________.
496,944
A tanker is loaded with 5,000 barrels of petroleum. The cargo was loaded at a temperature of 70°F, and the coefficient of expansion is .0004. What is the net amount in barrels of cargo loaded?
4980
A tanker is loaded with 8,000 barrels of fuel oil. The temperature of the cargo is 50°F. API gravity is 37°. The volume correction factor (VCF) is .0005. What is the net amount in gallons of cargo loaded?
337,680
A tanker is loaded with 8,000 barrels of fuel oil. The temperature of the cargo is 50°F. API gravity is 37°. The volume correction factor (VCF) is .0005. What is the net amount in barrels of cargo loaded?
8,040
A temporary wire eye splice made with three wire rope clamps will hold approximately what percentage of the total rope strength?
80%
A term applied to the bottom shell plating in a double-bottom ship is __________.
outer bottom
A term used to describe the dip in a towline that acts as a shock absorber is __________.
catenary
A texas bar __________.
prevents the towing hawser from snagging any equipment or gear on deck
may be equipped with a greased, free sliding spool to fairlead the towing hawser
allows the crew access to the fantail
All of the above
A thirty pound plate would be __________.
3/4” thick
A tonnage tax is levied according to the __________.
net tonnage of vessel
A tow astern is veering from side to side on its towline. The best way of controlling the action is to __________.
trim the tow by the stern
A tow bridle is attached to the main tow hawser at the __________.
fishplate
A tow can override its tug as a result of __________.
a mechanical breakdown on the tug
adverse tidal current conditions
the tug reducing its speed
All of the above
A tow consists of 8 barges: 6 jumbo barges made up 3 abreast and 2 long, with 2 standard barges abreast as lead barges. How long is this tow?
565 feet
A tow of 9 barges is made up three abreast and three long. The towboat is faced up to the center string which is known as the __________.
push string
A tow of 9 barges is made up three abreast by three long. The towboat is faced up to the last barge of the center string. The outer two strings of barges are the __________.
drag strings
A tow that veers to the side on the end of the towline is said to __________.
yaw
A towing hawser is readied for service by __________.
faking it on deck in a fore and aft direction
A towing hawser should be stowed __________.
in a sealed locker with adequate air circulation
A towing hook may be released from the __________.
pilot house or aft steering station
A towing vessel becomes tripped while towing on a hawser astern. What factor is LEAST important when assessing the risk of capsizing?
Height of the towline connection
A towing vessel is tripped when __________.
it is pulled sideways by the tow
A towing vessel should be on the crest of a wave at the same time as its tow and in the trough at the same time. The term used to describe this is __________.
being in step
A towing vessel’s capability is BEST measured by horsepower, maneuverability, displacement, and __________.
bollard pull
A towing winch, that handles a wire towline, must have all of the following EXCEPT a _________.
source of emergency power to operate the winch
A towline should be fastened to __________.
a secure fitting near the bow of the towed vessel
A tug in irons is __________.
unable to maneuver
A tug is “in irons” when held in a fixed position by __________.
the towing hawser snagged on the bottom
A tug is best positioned for towing and maneuvering on rivers and other restricted waters where wave action is limited when __________.
directly astern and pushing the tow
A tug is to assist in docking an oceangoing vessel on a hawser. The greatest danger to the tug is __________.
getting in a tripping position
A tug may be in danger of tripping when __________.
towed sideways by an overwhelming force on the towline
her tow moves parallel to and forward on either side of the tug
the tow is no longer directly astern but moves up on her quarter
All of the above
A tug would NOT assist a ship to steer if the tug is made up to the large vessel __________.
approximately amidships of the vessel
A tug’s horsepower available at the shaft is __________.
brake horsepower
A twin screw vessel, making headway with both engines turning ahead, will turn more readily to starboard if you __________.
reverse starboard engine, apply right rudder
A twin-screw ship going ahead on the starboard screw only tends to move __________.
to port
A twin-screw vessel can clear the inboard propeller and maneuver off a pier best by holding a(n) __________.
forward spring line and going slow ahead on the outboard engine
twin-screw vessel is easier to maneuver than a single-screw vessel because the twin-screw vessel __________.
can turn without using her rudder
A twin-screw vessel with a single rudder is making headway. The engines are full speed ahead. There is no wind or current. Which statement is FALSE?
If one screw is stopped, the ship will turn toward the side of the stopped screw.
The principal force which turns the ship is set up by the wake against the forward side of the rudder.
Turning response by use of the rudder only is greater than on a single-screw vessel.
With the rudder amidships, the ship will steer a fairly steady course.
A U.S. Coast Guard icebreaker may use all of the following distinctive lights when escorting ships in ice EXCEPT __________.
a single blue rotating light
A U.S. Coast Guard icebreaker, while escorting ships in ice, may sound four short and one long blasts on the whistle to indicate that the icebreaker __________.
has become beset in fast ice
A U.S. or foreign flag vessel that does not comply with the Officers Competency Certificates Convention of 1936 may be detained by certain designated officials. These officials include all of the following EXCEPT a/an __________.
State Police officer
A U.S. or foreign flag vessel that does not comply with the Officers Competency Certificates Convention of 1936 may be detained by certain designated officials. These officials include all of the following EXCEPT a/an __________.
State Police officer
A vessel arrives at the port of San Francisco from Yokohama, Japan. The passengers fill out the Baggage Declaration and Entry form. A passenger has baggage arriving on another vessel. How must this baggage be handled for U.S. Customs purposes?
It must be declared on the same form and marked “Unaccompanied Baggage”.
A vessel arrives in a foreign port and the Master is informed that the vessel is being sold to foreign interests. The new owners request that the crew remain on board to complete the voyage. Under these circumstances, the crew __________.
has the right to an immediate discharge and transportation to original port of engagement
A vessel arrives in San Francisco from a foreign voyage. When MUST the Master make formal entry at the custom house?
Within 48 hours after arrival, Sundays and holidays excepted
A vessel arrives in the port of Los Angeles from a foreign port and discharges some of its inward foreign cargo. What additional manifest is required?
Traveling Manifest
A vessel brought alongside should be fended off the towing vessel by __________.
fenders
A vessel brought alongside should be fended off the towing vessel by __________.
fenders
A vessel has a charter party for one voyage to carry a full load of manganese from Durban, South Africa, to Baltimore, Maryland, at a stipulated rate per ton. Which type of contract is involved?
Voyage charter party
A vessel has a deadweight carrying capacity of 10,500 tons. Fuel, water, and stores require 1500 tons. The cubic capacity is 500,000 cubic feet. Which cargo will put her full and down?
Rolls of barbed wire, SF 55.5
A vessel has an amidships superstructure. Which location would be most suitable for main deck stowage of vehicles?
On top of the hatch immediately aft of the midships house
A vessel has arrived in a U.S. port from a foreign voyage. Preliminary entry has been made. Formal entry at the U.S. Custom House must be made within how many hours after arrival (Sundays and holidays excepted)?
48
A vessel has been damaged by fire. The survey shows the cost of repairs will exceed the value of the repaired vessel. This is an example of a(n)
constructive total loss
A vessel has been surveyed in a foreign port and found unseaworthy as a result of neglect. A seaman on this vessel is entitled to discharge and __________.
one month’s pay or transportation to the nearest U.S. port, whichever is the greater amount
A vessel has completed loading cargo in the port of San Francisco. What document is signed by the Master stating the terms that goods were delivered and received by the ship?
Bill of Lading
A vessel having continuous closely spaced transverse strength members is __________.
transversely framed
A vessel in Great Lakes service shall carry anchors in accordance with standards established by the __________.
American Bureau of Shipping
A vessel is constructed with a steel hull and an aluminum superstructure. Which statement is TRUE?
The aluminum will provide greater resistance to the spread of fire by conduction.
The aluminum structure is usually attached to a steel coaming by a method that insulates the two metals.
If the superstructure is stressed, an aluminum structure requires additional expansion joints to prevent fracture.
The steel at the area of the aluminum-to-steel connection must be closely checked for galvanic corrosion.
A vessel is entering port “A” for the first time and has a Pilot conning the vessel. The Master is unsure that the Pilot is taking sufficient action to prevent a collision. What should the Master do?
Recommend an alternative action and if not followed relieve the Pilot.
A vessel is entering port and has a Pilot conning the vessel. The Master is unsure that the Pilot is taking sufficient action to prevent a collision. What should the Master do?
Recommend an alternative action and if not followed relieve the Pilot.
A vessel is equipped with twin propellers, both turning outboard with the engines half ahead. If there is no wind or current and the rudders are amidships, what will happen?
The vessel will steer a fairly straight course
A vessel is found to be seaworthy after a complaint in writing to the American Consul by the Chief and Second Mates. The cost of the survey is to be paid by the __________.
Chief and Second Mates
A vessel is involved in a casualty. The cost of property damage includes the __________.
cost of labor and material to restore the vessel to the service condition which existed before the casualty
A vessel is involved in a casualty. The cost of property damage includes the __________.
cost of labor and material to restore the vessel to the service condition which existed before the casualty
A vessel is loaded to her summer marks for a voyage from Montreal, Canada to Duluth, MN via the Great Lakes System. The voyage has been estimated to take nine (9) days. If the vessel departs Montreal on September 28th, which of the following statements is TRUE?
- The vessel must be at her summer marks when she arrives at Duluth.
- The vessel is in violation of the load line requirements.
- The vessel’s intermediate load line marks may not be submerged after September 30.
- The vessel must be at her winter marks by the evening of the third day.
The vessel’s intermediate load line marks may not be submerged after September 30.
A vessel is not required to carry urine specimen collecting kits onboard the vessel only if the individuals directly involved in a Serious Marine Incident can be tested ashore within __________?
32 hours
A vessel is tide rode when it is __________.
at anchor and stemming the current
A vessel is to make a voyage between New York and San Juan, Puerto Rico, and return. The crew should be signed on __________.
Coastwise Articles
A vessel is underway with a work stage rigged over the side. A seaman may work on the stage, but only when __________.
the vessel is not making way
A vessel is wind rode when it is __________.
at anchor and heading into the wind
A vessel loads 100 tons of glass jars. The mate on watch discovers that some of the cartons have been damaged and has an exception made on the Bill of Lading. What is this document called?
Unclean Bill of Lading
A vessel loads 5000 tons of manganese ore. The railroad cars that brought the ore to the vessel were previously loaded with iron ore so the ore is contaminated. The agent requests the Master to sign a Clean Bill of Lading and in return the shipper will give him a Letter of Indemnity. What is the best procedure to follow?
Refuse to sign a Clean Bill of Lading.
A vessel loads edible oil in a deep tank through a manhole at the mid-length of the tank. In order to fill the tank to maximum capacity, what trim should the vessel have?
In level trim
A vessel must have one approved ring life buoy on board if its length is over how many feet?
26 feet
A vessel operating “in class” has met all the requirements of the __________.
ABS or similar society
A vessel operating on the Great Lakes, and whose position is south of an approaching eastward-moving storm center, would NOT experience __________.
a southwest to west wind
A vessel proceeding along the bank of a river or channel has the tendency to __________.
sheer away from the bank
A vessel proceeding to London, England, from New York makes an unscheduled call at the port of Hamilton, Bermuda. What term is used to denote the voluntary departure from the usual course?
Deviation
A vessel puts into the port of Kobe, Japan to discharge cargo. While awaiting completion of the cargo operation, the vessel contracts with a local shipyard to have the hull chipped, scaled, and painted. How is the cost of this maintenance handled with the Collector of Customs?
A declaration is required and duty is involved on the total cost.
A vessel puts into the port of Kobe, Japan, to discharge cargo. The vessel contracts a local shipyard to have the hull chipped and scaled. If the vessel provides the primer and paint, which statement is TRUE?
You MUST declare the cost of labor and pay duty.
A vessel reduces speed without backing. The rate that her speed through the water decreases depends primarily on the __________.
vessel’s displacement
A vessel sailing from Liverpool to New York puts into Boston, Mass. for emergency repairs. If no inward foreign cargo is to be discharged at that port, which of the following documents is required?
Pro Forma Manifest
A vessel spotted at 45° relative can be reported as __________.
broad on the starboard bow
A vessel that tows astern must have a/an _________.
method to easily release the towline
A vessel traveling down a narrow channel, especially if the draft is nearly equal to the depth of the water, may set off the nearer side. This effect is known as __________.
bank cushion
A vessel which is being assisted by an icebreaker should indicate that he is ready to cast off the towline (if one is used) by __________.
displaying code letter “Y” (Yankee)
A vessel which is being assisted by an icebreaker should indicate that she is ready to cast off the towline by __________.
displaying code letter “Y” (Yankee)
A vessel which is being assisted by an icebreaker would display a flag hoist consisting of the code numeral “4” when the vessel
becomes icebound
A vessel will “squat” when it proceeds underway __________.
in all depths of water
A vessel’s “quarter” is that section which is __________.
on either side of the stern
A vessel’s bottom will be subjected to tension when weight is concentrated __________.
amidships
A vessel’s Certificate of Documentation __________.
must be carried on board
A vessel’s Classification Certificate is issued by the __________.
American Bureau of Shipping
A vessel’s light displacement is 12,000 tons. Its heavy displacement is 28,000 tons. When fully loaded it carries 200 tons of fuel and 100 tons of water and stores. What is the cargo carrying capacity in tons?
15,700 tons
A VLCC (100,000 DWT+) with a 30,000 Shaft Horsepower Steam Turbine is slow to respond to engine movements and has less stopping power than normal ships because it has a __________.
smaller power to weight ratio
A V-shaped ripple with the point of the V pointing upstream in a river may indicate a __________.
towed-under buoy
A wedge of water building up between the bow and nearer bank which forces the bow out and away describes __________.
bank cushion
A weight of 1,000 short tons is equivalent to __________.
2,000 kips
A welded joint’s effectiveness is considered __________.
100%
A well in the uppermost deck of a shelter deck vessel which has only a temporary means of closing for the purpose of gaining an exemption from tonnage measurement is called a(n) __________.
tonnage opening
A whipping on a fiber line __________.
keeps the ends from fraying
A wildcat is a __________.
deeply-grooved drum on the windlass with sprockets which engage the links of the anchor chain
A wire rope rove through two single blocks with two parts at the moving block is used for a boat fall. The weight of the 100-person boat is 5 tons. Compute the required breaking strain. Safety Factor - 6, weight per person - 165 lbs., 10% friction per sheave (2 sheaves).
22.27 tons B.S.
A wire rope that has been overstrained will show __________.
a decrease in diameter where the strain occurred
A wooden deck installed on top of the plating lettered N is known as __________.
ceiling
A wooden float placed between a ship and a dock to prevent damage to both is called a __________.
camel
A wooden plug fitted tightly in the vent of a damaged tank may prevent the tank from __________.
filling completely
Aboard ship, vertical flat plates running transversely and connecting the vertical keel to the margin plates are called __________.
floors
According to 33 CFR, on board which type of vessel described below is required to maintain Part II (Cargo/Ballast Operations) of the Oil Record Book?
A non-tanker that carries more than 200 cubic meters of oil in bulk.
According to Pollution Prevention Regulations (33CFR), after every designated operation, the Oil Record Book is to be signed by ________.
person(s) in charge of the operation
According to Pollution Prevention Regulations (33CFR), each completed page in the Oil Record Book is to be signed by ________.
the master
According to regulations when, if ever, may cargo hatches on Great Lakes vessels, with more than 6 feet of freeboard, be left uncovered or open while the vessel is being navigated?
ship’s maintenance
At the discretion of the Master, for reasonable purposes
According to the illustration, which of the figures is the preferred method of forming a temporary eye splice using wire rope clips?
C
According to the illustration, which of the figures protects the stress bearing end of a wire rope from being crushed while forming a temporary eye splice using wire rope clips?
C
According to the IMO Code, what are the minimum number of securing points that should be on each side of a “road vehicle”, whose gross vehicle mass is between 20 tons and 30 tons, when carried on Ro-Ro vessels?
Three
According to the IMO Code, what are the minimum number of securing points that should be on each side of a “road vehicle”, whose gross vehicle mass is between 3.5 Tons and 20 Tons, when carried on Ro-Ro vessels?
Two
According to the IMO Code, what are the minimum number of securing points that should be on each side of a “road vehicle”, whose gross vehicle mass is between 3.5 tons and 20 tons, when carried on Ro-Ro vessels?
Two
According to the IMO Code, what are the minimum number of securing points that should be on each side of a “road vehicle”, whose gross vehicle mass is between 30 tons and 40 tons, when carried on Ro-Ro vessels?
Four
Adequate horsepower is of great importance when a ship is navigating independently in ice. Adequate horsepower is generally considered to exist when the horsepower to length ratio is at least __________.
6 to 1 or better
Advection fog holds longest over which portions of the lakes?
Northwest
Advection fog, a common occurrence on the Great Lakes, forms when __________.
relatively warm air flows over cooler water
After a seaman is discharged, at the end of the voyage, the final payment of wages due must be made, whichever is earliest, either within 24 hours after the cargo has been discharged, or __________.
within 4 days after the seaman’s discharge
After an explosion, repair of emergency machinery and services should be accomplished __________.
after control of fire, flooding, and structural repairs
After an IOPP Certificate is issued to an inspected vessel, how many other surveys of the vessel’s pollution prevention equipment are conducted during the period of validity of the certificate?
Three
After casting off moorings at a mooring buoy in calm weather, you should __________.
back away a few lengths to clear the buoy and then go ahead on the engines
After each operation involving the transfer of oil or oily mixture, an entry shall be recorded in the Oil Record Book ________.
without delay
After having been pulled aloft in a bosun’s chair on a mast, you must now make yourself fast in the chair prior to painting the mast. You should first __________.
seize the hauling part and the standing part firmly in one hand to support your weight
After inventorying the Naval Control of Shipping publications you find there is no copy of ATP-2, Volume II “Allied Control of Shipping Manual - Bridge Supplement”. You should ask for a replacement from the __________.
Maritime Administration
After riveting is completed, the joints on the shell of a vessel are generally made watertight by __________.
caulking
After splicing an eye in a piece of wire rope, the splice should be parceled and served to __________.
prevent hand injury by covering loose ends
After your vessel has been involved in a casualty, you are required to make your logbooks, bell books, etc., available to __________.
U.S. Coast Guard officials
All entries in the Official Logbook must be signed by the Master and __________.
one other crew member
All entries in the Official Logbook must be signed by the Master and __________.
one other crew member
All handling and stowage of packaged hazardous materials on board a domestic vessel engaged in foreign trade shall be done under the supervision of __________.
an officer assigned to the vessel
All inspected vessels on unrestricted ocean routes must have equipment on board for testing an individual’s __________.
breath
All of the following records are usually maintained by the watch-standing officers aboard a vessel EXCEPT the __________.
official logbook
All of the following steps are taken in starting a centrifugal pump, EXCEPT to __________.
set the relief valve
All U.S. Flag vessels engaged in foreign trade are required to have a(n) __________.
registry
All wire rope used in shipboard cargo gear must be identified and described in a certificate. The certificate shall certify all of the following EXCEPT the __________.
name of the vessel
Allied Naval Control of Shipping (NCS) has been established. Which statement is TRUE?
- The Naval Control of Shipping Organization of each nation will serve their own ships only.
- Allied ships, which are at sea when an emergency is declared, will all be controlled by a central authority.
- The conduct of US-flag ships in an allied port will be controlled by US NCS authorities.
- After Naval Control of Shipping has been established, permission to sail must come from local naval authorities or consular officers.
After Naval Control of Shipping has been established, permission to sail must come from local naval authorities or consular officers.
An advantage of nylon rope over manila rope is that nylon rope __________.
can hold a load even when a considerable amount of the yarns have been abraded
An advantage of the modified Christmas Tree towing method is to __________.
reduce catenary, allow operation in shallower water, and to release one barge without breaking up the entire tow
An advantage of using chain lashing on heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that it __________.
has long life
An alien crewmember with a D-1 permit leaves the vessel in a U.S. port and fails to return. The first report you make should be to the __________.
Immigration Service
An example of a modern anchor which has a stock is a(n) __________.
Danforth anchor
An example of an anchor which has a stock is a __________.
Danforth anchor
An icebreaker assisting a vessel through an ice field would display a visual signal consisting of the code letter “E” (Echo) to signify that “__________”.
I am altering my course to starboard
An icebreaker assisting a vessel through an ice field would display a visual signal consisting of the code letter “I” (India) to signify that “__________”.
I am altering my course to port
An icebreaker assisting a vessel through an ice field would display a visual signal consisting of the code letter “M” (Mike) to signify that “____________”.
my vessel is stopped and making no way through the water
An icebreaker assisting a vessel through an ice field would display a visual signal consisting of the code letter “S” (Sierra) to signify that “__________”.
I am operating astern propulsion
An icebreaker displaying a flag hoist which consists of the code letters “WO” (Whiskey Oscar) is indicating that __________.
icebreaker support is finished
An icebreaker may use the code letter “K” to remind ships of their obligation to listen continuously on their radio. This signal may be made by any of the following EXCEPT __________.
radiotelephone
An implied warranty of seaworthiness on the part of the vessel’s owner lies in the __________.
contract of carriage, i.e. Bill of Lading
An intermediate spring is __________.
generally located between the “fishplate” and the main towing hawser
An International Tonnage Certificate will be issued to a vessel when it meets several requirements, one of which is that the vessel must __________.
be 79 or more feet in length
An IOPP Certificate on an inspected vessel is valid for what period of time?
5 years
An ocean tow is sinking in deep water. Attempts to sever the towing hawser are unsuccessful. Which action should now be taken?
Slip the towline and allow it to run off the drum.
An ocean towing bridle should __________.
have equal legs of sufficient length
An ocean towing bridle whose legs are of equal length, but too short, may __________.
put excessive strain on each leg
An Official Logbook is required on which vessel?
A 100-G.T. tug going from New York to San Pedro, California.
An underwriter is liable for __________.
loss caused by heavy weather
Anchors are prevented from running out when secured by the __________.
brake
devil’s claw
pawls
All of the above
Angular motion about the longitudinal axis of a vessel is known as
roll
Angular motion about the vertical axis of a vessel is called __________.
yaw
Another name for coal naphtha that would appear on a dangerous cargo manifest is __________.
benzene
Another name for the garboard strake is the _______
A strake
Any vehicle to be loaded aboard a Ro-Ro vessel must __________.
be provided with an effective braking system
Anyone voluntarily surrendering their license to a U.S. Coast Guard investigating officer signs a statement indicating that __________.
their rights to a hearing are waived
Argon is classified as a __________.
nonflammable gas
As a rule, ships of most configurations, when drifting in calm water with negligible current, will lie __________.
beam to the wind
As a ship moves through the water, it causes a wake, which is also moving forward relative to the sea. In addition to a fore and aft motion, this wake also has a(n) __________.
upward and inward flow
As a ship moves through the water, it drags with it a body of water called the wake. The ratio of the wake speed to the ship’s speed is called __________.
wake fraction
As Chief Officer of a vessel underway, it comes to your attention that the vessel is, in some manner, unseaworthy. Under such circumstances the Master is required to take action upon receiving __________.
notification of such condition from yourself and the Second Officer
As defined in the regulations governing marine casualties a “marine employer” may be the __________.
owner
agent
Master
All of the above
As look-out, you spot an object 45° off your port bow. You should report the object as __________.
broad on the port bow
As Master or person in charge, you must notify the U.S. Coast Guard if an injury leaves a crewman unfit to perform routine duties for more than __________.
Any amount of time
As operator of a 199 GT towing vessel sailing foreign, it shall be your duty to enter in the Official Logbook or other permanent record __________.
the barges load line and draft readings
As seen from the tow, what should connect the leading ends of both towing bridle legs to the main towing hawser?
A fishplate, flounder, or towing plate
As the propeller turns, voids are formed on the trailing and leading edges of the propeller blades causing a loss of propulsive efficiency, pitting of the blades, and vibration. These voids are known as __________.
cavitation
As you hold a piece of manila line vertically in front of you, the strands run from the lower left to the upper right. Which type of line is this?
Right-hand laid
As you hold a piece of manila line vertically in front of you, the strands run from the lower right to the upper left. Which type of line is this?
Left-hand laid
Assume that your vessel has just entered Lake Erie by way of the Welland Canal and is proceeding in a southwesterly direction. Which statement about the aids to navigation you can expect to encounter along the route is TRUE?
- The characteristics of buoys and other aids are as if “returning from seaward” when proceeding in this direction.
- All aids are maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard, 9th Coast Guard District, Cleveland, Ohio.
- All red even-numbered buoys should be kept on your port side when proceeding in this direction.
- Lighted aids, fog signals, and radio beacons maintained by Canada are not included in the Great Lakes Light List.
The characteristics of buoys and other aids are as if “returning from seaward” when proceeding in this direction.
Assume that your vessel has just entered Lake Michigan via the Straits of Mackinac and is proceeding south to Chicago. Which statement is TRUE with respect to the aids to navigation you will encounter along this route?
Red buoys should be passed down your starboard side.
At least one reinspection shall be made on each vessel holding a Certificate of Inspection valid for two years. This inspection shall be held between the tenth and fourteenth months of the duration period of the certificate and shall be __________.
generally similar in scope to the inspection required for certification, but in less detail
At the establishment of Naval Control of Shipping (NCS), ships at sea will __________.
continue voyages unless in danger areas defined in the advisory or supplemental message
At the outbreak of war your ship is caught in an enemy port. Which statement is FALSE?
- You should attempt to contact U.S. Consular officials.
- You should attempt to clear for sea before your ship is interned.
- You should resist boarding by local officials.
- You should try to send a Ship Hostile Action Report to the NGA (formerly NIMA).
You should resist boarding by local officials.
At the required fire drill, all persons must report to their stations and demonstrate their ability to perform the duties assigned to them __________.
in the Muster List (“Station Bill”)
Atmospheres laden with coal dust or grain dust caused by loading these cargoes __________.
may be explosive in some concentrations
Back-up wires on a towed vessel provide
a factor of safety
additional strength
a distribution of the towing load
All of the above
Barges and vessels are ballasted before departure to __________.
improve their stability
Battens are fitted in cargo holds across the frames of the vessel from the turn of the bilge upward. The purpose of these cargo battens is __________.
to prevent cargo from coming in contact with the vessel’s frames or shell plating
Beams are cambered to __________.
provide drainage from the decks
Because of the arrangement of the cell guides, the MOST important factor while loading containers is the __________.
list of the vessel
Before a Master relieves a Pilot of the conn, the __________.
Master should foresee any danger to the vessel on the present course
Before a tank is to be crude oil washed, the oxygen content in the tank must be measured at a position __________.
one meter from the deck
Before arriving at the first U.S. port from foreign, you must fill out a Crewman’s Landing Permit for each __________.
nonresident alien crewmember
Before being certified by the American Bureau of Shipping, anchor chain must undergo __________.
a breaking test
Before entering an ice area, the ship should be __________.
trimmed down by the stern
Before leaving port on an ocean tow, a tug captain should assure himself of all the following EXCEPT __________.
an insurance underwriter has prepared a pre-sailing survey
Before letting the anchor go, you should check that the __________.
chain is clear
anchor is clear of obstructions
wildcat is disengaged
All of the above
Before loading bulk grain, bilge wells must be covered to __________.
prevent cargo sifting into the bilge wells
Besides saving distance along the track line, another advantage of the Scharnow Turn over the Williamson Turn in a man overboard situation is because __________.
it is faster
Besides the chemical testing of a mariner’s breath for alcohol, what other specimen testing for alcohol is acceptable to be taken onboard the vessel after a Serious Marine Incident?
Saliva
Bilge keels are more effective at dampening rolls as the __________.
rolling increases
Bilge soundings indicate __________.
the amount of condensation in the hold
whether the cargo is leaking or not
whether the vessel is taking on water
All of the above
Buckler plates are __________.
metal plates secured over the tops of the hawsepipes
Bulk cargo refers to __________.
homogeneous cargo not enclosed in a container
Butadiene, inhibited, is labeled as a
flammable gas
By definition, a “spar deck” is the __________.
upper or weather deck above the main strength deck
By law, a user of marijuana shall be subject to __________.
revocation of license or certificate
By law, the maximum penalty for failing (without reasonable cause) to give aid in the case of collision is __________.
two years imprisonment or $1000
By paying out more anchor cable, you __________.
increase the holding power of your anchor
Camber, in a ship, is usually measured in __________.
inches per feet of breadth
Cargo pump relief valves are piped to the __________.
suction side of pumps
Cargo securing for Ro-Ro is based on the concept of __________.
rapid loading and discharge
Cargo that gives off fumes that may contaminate other cargo is known as a(n) __________.
odorous cargo
Cargo that is highly susceptible to damage by tainting from odorous cargo is called __________.
delicate cargo
Cargo that is suitable for carriage on Ro-Ro vessels includes __________.
trailers
rolling vehicles
containers
All of the above
Cargo transfer operations on a tank vessel need NOT be stopped when __________.
a tug comes alongside while the tanker is loading grade D and E cargoes
Cargoes that might leak from containers are known as __________.
wet cargoes
Catenary as applied to tow lines denotes the __________.
dip of the line
Centrifugal pumps have what advantage(s) over reciprocating pumps?
They are less expensive.
They are smaller for equivalent pumping ability.
They pump more cargo in less time.
All of the above
Certain cargoes must be segregated because of their __________.
inherent characteristics
Chafing gear __________.
reduces and prevents wear caused by the rubbing of one object against another
Chafing gear is normally used __________.
on mooring lines
Chafing gear is used to _________.
protect towlines from wearing down against edges of vessel
Chafing gear is used to __________.
protect fiber rope from abrasion
Chafing gear should be placed __________.
at all wearing points of mooring lines
Close link chain of not less the 3/4” (or the wire rope equivalent) is required for lashing deck cargoes of timber. What size flexible wire rope would provide the strength equivalent to 3/4” chain, using a safety factor of 5?
1”
Coiling new rope against the lay, bringing the lower end up through the center of the coil, then coiling with the lay, in order to remove the kinks, is known as __________.
thoroughfooting
Combustible liquid is defined as any liquid having a flash point above
80°F (27°C)
Combustible liquids are divided into how many grades?
Two
Commercial ships or other persons or agencies requiring the assistance of Canadian Coast Guard icebreakers should first contact __________.
Ice Sarnia
Compared to manila line, size for size, nylon line __________.
has more strength than manila line
Conditions for crossing a rough bar are usually best at __________.
high water slack
Considering manning requirements for US flag vessels, your 2 watch cargo vessel has a deck crew of 20 people, exclusive of officers. How many of these people do the manning regulations require to be able seamen?
10
Considering the manning requirements for U.S. vessels (100 gross tons and above), your cargo vessel has a deck crew of 20 men, exclusive of the officers. How many of these men do the manning regulations require to be Able Seamen?
13
Considering the manning requirements for U.S. vessels, your three watch cargo vessel has a deck crew of 20 people, exclusive of the officers. How many of these people do the manning regulations require to be Able Seamen?
13
Container vessels are required to maintain an Oil Record Book when the vessel is _________?
400 gross tons and above
Containers of flammable solids should be conspicuously labeled by the shipper with a __________.
red and white label
Control of flooding should be addressed __________.
following control of fire
Conventional anchors are least likely to hold in a bottom consisting of __________.
very soft mud
Conventional anchors are least likely to hold in a bottom consisting of __________.
rock
Corrosive liquids and acids should have which kind of label?
White and black
Cottonseed oil is classed as a
combustible liquid
Damage to cargo caused by dust is known as __________.
contamination
Damage to cargo caused by fumes or vapors from liquids, gases, or solids is known as __________.
tainting
Damaged bulkheads often take a permanent set which is independent of the panting or bulge caused by water pressure. To control this, you should __________.
install shoring so the shoring supports the damaged bulkheads without pushing on them
Dead freight is the charge for the __________.
difference in the amount of cargo loaded and the amount of cargo booked, through no fault of the vessel
Deckhands onboard towing vessels shall be divided into 3 watches when on a trip exceeding __________.
600 miles
Deckhands onboard towing vessels shall be divided into 3 watches when the trip exceeds __________.
600 miles
Defense plans may cause the operation of electronic aids to navigation to be suspended with __________.
no notice
Delivery of a vessel to a charterer is called __________.
tendering
Displacement refers to the __________.
number of long tons of water displaced by a vessel afloat
Disregarding friction, a twofold purchase when rove to disadvantage has a mechanical advantage of __________.
4
Distances on the Great Lakes System are generally expressed in __________.
statute miles
Due to the nature of a vessel’s construction for a particular trade, it does not fully comply with the provisions of SOLAS. Where will this be indicated?
On the Exemption Certificate
Dunnage may be used to protect a cargo from loss or damage by __________.
ship’s sweat
During a period of “whiteout”, you should expect which of the following?
Lack of ability to estimate distance
During the course of a voyage, a seaman falls on the main deck and injures his ankle. The Master should submit a Report of Marine Accident, Injury or Death if the __________.
injured, is unable to perform routine duties
During the manufacture of line, yarns are twisted together in the __________.
opposite direction from which the fibers are twisted together to form strands
During which condition should the operator of a pedestal crane shutdown operations?
High winds
During which condition should the operator of a pedestal crane shutdown operations
Crane hydraulic hose bursts
During which condition should the operator of a pedestal crane shutdown operations?
Lightning
High winds
Fire aboard
All of the above
During which condition should the operator of a pedestal crane shutdown operations?
Lightning in the vicinity
An approaching squall line
A fire on the pier
All of the above
Each crewmember has an assigned firefighting station. This assignment is shown on the __________.
muster list
Each open lifeboat carried on a vessel on an international voyage must have __________.
a davit span with at least 2 lifelines
Electric cargo winches have an overload safety device which normally cuts the current to the winch motor __________.
after torque causes line pull to exceed the rated capacity of the winch
Entries should be made in a Ro-Ro vessel’s cargo-securing device record book for __________.
procedures for accepting cargo securing devices
procedures for maintaining and repairing cargo-securing devices
record of cargo securing device inspections
All of the above
Every entry required to be made in the Official Logbook shall be signed by the __________.
Master and Chief Mate or other member of the crew
Fairleads perform the same function as
chocks
Faking a line means to __________.
arrange it on deck in long bights
arrange it on deck in long bights
muster list
Fire fighting equipment requirements for a particular vessel may be found on the __________.
Certificate of Inspection
Fittings used for towing must be __________.
securely fastened
Flame screens are used to __________.
prevent flames from entering tanks
Flammable liquid means any liquid which gives off flammable vapors at or below __________.
80°F (26.7°C)
Flammable liquids should have what kind of label?
RedRed
Flanking rudders effect a vessel’s heading because of the __________.
effect of the propeller flow on the rudders
Floors aboard ship are __________.
frames to which the tank top and bottom shell are fastened on a double bottomed ship
Fog can form in any season on the Great Lakes, but it is most likely to occur over open waters in __________.
spring and early summer
Following a serious marine incident, a device to test an individuals breath can be used by __________.
any individual trained to conduct such tests
Following a Serious Marine Incident, a mariner directly involved in the incident is required to submit a urine specimen for drug testing within __________.
32 hours
Following a Serious Marine Incident, a mariner directly involved in the incident is required to submit to alcohol testing within
2 hours
Following a Serious Marine Incident, a mariner involved in the incident is prohibited from consuming alcohol until after being tested or __________.
8 hours following the incident
For a given weight of cargo, the stress on the heel block of a cargo boom _________
decreases as the boom is topped to a greater angle
For any given pedestal crane, when the boom is lengthened, the lifting capacity is __________.
decreased
For operations in pack ice, a vessel should __________.
have a drag of not more than 2 to 3 feet
For the deepest water when rounding a bend in a river, you should navigate your vessel __________.
toward the outside of the bend
For the purpose of regulating tank vessels, flammable liquids are liquids which will __________.
give off flammable vapors at or below 80°F (27°C)
For towing vessels over 100 gross tons that are permitted to maintain a two-watch system, what percentage of the deck crew must be able seamen?
50%
For vessels fitted with cargo gear, an initial test of the units under a proof load shall be conducted. Subsequent tests and exams of the same nature shall be carried out at what time interval?
5 years
Form 2692 (Notice of Marine Casualty), when required, must be filed to the U.S. Coast Guard within how many days?
5 days
Forty-five fathoms is marked on the anchor chain by __________.
three turns of wire on the third stud from each side of the detachable link
Fracture damage to the end links of the anchor cable, or to the Jews’ harp may be eliminated by __________.
securing a piece of wood to the Jews’ harp
Frames to which the tank top and bottom shell are fastened are called
floors
Freeboard is measured from the upper edge of the __________.
deck line
Freeing ports on a vessel with solid bulwarks __________.
allow water shipped on deck to flow off rapidly
Functions aboard a tanker or tank barge such as connecting, disconnecting, and topping off must be supervised by __________.
the person designated as “person in charge”
Galvanizing would be suitable for protecting wire rope which is used for __________.
stays
Galvanizing would not be suitable for protecting wire rope which is used for __________.
cargo runners
Generally speaking, the more destructive storms occurring on the Great Lakes usually come from the __________.
southwest or west
Generally speaking, the most favorable bottom for anchoring is __________.
a mixture of mud and clay
Generally, you can best keep a vessel under steering control when the vessel has ___
headway
Given a dry bulb temperature of 78°F and wet bulb temperature of 66.5°F, the dew point is __________.
59.0°F
Good seamanship while towing in heavy weather requires all of the following EXCEPT __________.
reducing speed to reduce surging on the towline
lashing down or stowing all loose gear
dogging all hatches and watertight doors
streaming all of your towing hawser
Grade D combustible liquids have a maximum flash point of __________.
149°F
Grade E combustible liquids have a flash point of __________.
150°F or above
Great Lakes cargo vessels, having a liferaft stowed more than 100 meters from the bow or stern, must have at least how many liferafts?
Two
Great Lakes vessels, using liferafts, must have sufficient liferaft capacity on each side of the vessel to accommodate at least __________.
100% of the persons on board
Gross tonnage indicates the vessel’s
volume in cubic feet
Heave is motion along the __________.
vertical axis
oles in the bulwark, which allow deck water to drain into the sea, are
freeing ports
Horizontal fore or aft motion of a vessel is known as __________.
surge
Horizontal transverse motion of a vessel is known as __________.
sway
How are aids to navigation on the Great Lakes arranged geographically?
In a westerly and northerly direction, except on Lake Michigan
How are riveted lap joints made watertight?
The plate edge is split close to an adjacent plate and mechanically forced into contact with the adjacent plate.
How can the Coast Guard determine that a crew member is “able to understand any order spoken by the officers”?
Require a demonstration by the officer and the crew member
How could lashing gear used aboard Ro-Ro vessels be stowed when not in use?
Drape along brackets
Hang vertically in a sheltered area
Stow in bins at hatch coming
side
All of the above
How do the height and location of a tug’s towing bitts relate to the danger of tripping?
The further forward and closer to amidships the more readily the tug will trip
How do you determine the weight of the vessel that is supported by the ground when a vessel has run aground?
Use the hydrostatic tables and enter with the mean draft before grounding and the mean draft after grounding.
How does a vessel’s rate of turn change when entering shallow water?
There is no change.
How does an icebreaker normally free a ship which has become beset while navigating independently?
By approaching from the stern and crossing ahead at an angle of 20° to 30° to the beset ship’s course
How does the effect known as “bank suction” act on a single-screw vessel proceeding along a narrow channel?
It pulls the stern toward the bank.
How does the effect known as “bank suction” act on a single-screw vessel proceeding along a narrow channel?
It pulls the stern toward the bank.
How is the size of chain determined?
Diameter of metal in link in inches
How long is the standard container used to measure equivalent units?
20 feet (6 meters)
How many board feet of dunnage are in a draft 4 feet wide, 1-1/2 feet high and 13 feet long?
936
How many board feet of dunnage are there in a draft 3 feet wide, 1-1/2 feet high, and 14 feet long?
756
How many board feet of dunnage would you estimate to be in a pile 5 feet wide, 1 foot high and 14 feet long?
How many board feet of dunnage would you estimate to be in a pile 5 feet wide, 1 foot high and 14 feet long?
How many cubic feet of space is required to stow 775 tons of a cargo with a stowage factor of 25? (estimated broken stowage is 15%)
22,794
How many fathoms are in a shot of anchor cable?
15
How many feet are there in 2 shots of anchor chain?
180
How many legs does the bridle for an ocean tow have?
Two
How many turns of wire normally mark either side of the detachable link 45 fathoms from the anchor?
3
How many wire clips must be used to make a temporary repair to a tow wire?
5
How much force would be required to lift a weight of 200 lbs. using a gun tackle rigged to disadvantage (do not consider friction)?
100 lbs.
How much weight can you lift by applying 100 lbs. of force to a twofold purchase rigged to disadvantage (do not consider friction)?
400 lbs.
How should you signal the crane operator to dog everything?
Clasp hands in front of your body.
How should you signal the crane operator to hoist?
With forearm vertical and forefinger pointing up, move hand in small horizontal circles
How should you signal the crane operator to lower the boom and raise the load?
Extend arm with thumb pointing downward and flex fingers in and out.
How should you signal the crane operator to lower the boom?
With arm extended and fingers closed, point thumb downward.
How should you signal the crane operator to lower?
With arm extended downwards and forefinger pointing down, move hand in small horizontal circles.
How should you signal the crane operator to move slowly?
Use one hand to give any motion signal, and place the other hand motionless in front of the hand giving the motion signal.
How should you signal the crane operator to raise the boom and lower the load?
Extend arm with the thumb pointing up, and flex the fingers in and out for as long as the load movement is desired.
How should you signal the crane operator to raise the boom?
Extend arm with fingers closed and point thumb upward.
How should you signal the crane operator to stop in an emergency?
Extend arm and move hand rapidly right and left with the palm down.
How should you signal the crane operator to stop?
Extend arm with the palm down and hold this position rigidly.
How should you signal the crane operator to swing?
Extend arm and point finger in the direction to move the boom.
How should you signal the crane operator to use the main hoist?
First tap the top of your head with your fist, and then proceed to use regular signals.
How should you signal the crane operator to use the whip line?
First tap your elbow with one hand, and then proceed to use regular signals
Hygroscopic cargoes should be ventilated when __________.
going from a warm to a cold climate
Ice concentration is measured in tenths. What concentration range of ice corresponds to “Close Pack”?
7 - 8 tenths
Ice concentration is measured in tenths. What concentration range of ice corresponds to “Open Pack”?
4 - 6 tenths
Ice concentration is measured in tenths. What concentration range of ice corresponds to 1- 3 tenths?
Very Open Pack
Ice is often strong enough to halt navigation through the St. Lawrence Seaway by mid- ______
December
If a drill required by regulations is not completed, the Master or person in charge must __________.
log the reason for not completing the drill
If a hydraulic pump on a winch accidentally stops while hoisting, the load will stay suspended because __________.
a check valve will close and prevent reverse circulation
If a Master must jettison a container loaded with hazardous material, he must, as soon as possible, notify the __________.
nearest Captain of the Port
If a mooring line should part while you are tying up at a dock, you should make a temporary eye by tying a __________.
bowline
If a passenger vessel navigating the Great Lakes is required to carry 8 life buoys, what is the allowable minimum number of these buoys that must have self-igniting lights attached?
4
If a tow sinks in shallow water, you should __________.
pay out cable until it’s on the bottom and place a buoy on the upper end
If a tug equipped with flanking rudders is to be turned in a confined circle, when going astern, the stern will move to port the quickest if __________.
the rudder is hard to port and the flanking rudders are hard to port
If an alien stowaway is discovered aboard your vessel, his name must be placed on the __________.
separate Passenger List marked stowaways
If an attempt is made to hoist a load that exceeds the capacity of an electric winch, an overload safety device causes a circuit breaker to cut off the current to the winch motor __________.
after the line pull exceeds the rated winch capacity
If an electric cargo winch is being used to lift a draft of cargo and the engine room loses all power, which will occur?
An electromagnetic brake will hold the load where it is suspended.
If given equal care, nylon line should last how many times longer than manila line?
Five
If kinking results while wire rope is being coiled clockwise, you should __________.
take a turn under
If reefer spaces are not properly cleaned prior to loading cargo, it will most likely cause
mold to develop on commodities
If the Master of a US-flag towing vessel replaces any crew member with a non-US citizen, he/she must ensure that the __________.
replacement holds a license or document equivalent in experience and training to a mariner holding US credentials
- replacement can communicate with other crew members to the extent required by regulations
- vessel is on a foreign voyage, outside US jurisdiction, and not operating above the US outer continental shelf
- all of the above
If the situation arose where it became necessary to tow a disabled vessel, which statement is TRUE concerning the towing line?
There should be a catenary so the line dips into the water.
If the towing bridle legs are not of equal length __________.
excessive strain is placed on the shorter leg
the shorter leg may fail
the longer leg is slack
All of the above
If the towline parts, you should
retrieve the tow bridle
If the winch should fail while you are hauling in the anchor, what prevents the anchor cable from running out?
Riding pawl
If there are any changes in the crew in a foreign port, the changes will be made by __________.
the Master on the Shipping Articles
If there is a discrepancy in the cargo totals, between the cargo onboard the vessel and the cargo listed in the cargo manifest, the more accurate account of cargo totals can be found in the __________.
Bill of Lading
If two falls are attached to lift a one-ton load, what angle between the falls will result in the stress on each fall being equal to the load being lifted?
120°
If two mooring lines are to be placed on the same bollard, which method is BEST?
Place the eye from either line on the bollard, and then bring the eye of the other line up through the eye of the first, and place it on the bollard.
If you are bunkering and 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 __________.
increase
If you are guilty of failure to properly perform your duties as Master of Uninspected Towing Vessels, which of the following actions may NOT be taken?
A fine placed against your license
If you are loading fruit in reefer spaces and you notice that the fruit is beginning to mold, you should __________.
write up exceptions on the cargo
If you carry packaged hazardous cargoes on a break bulk vessel bound foreign, you must __________.
have the shipping papers indicate the proper shipping name and the technical name of n.o.s. cargoes
If you intend to land tulip bulbs from Holland in a U.S. port, they must be inspected by the __________.
Animal and Plant Health Service Inspector
If you shorten the scope of anchor cable, your anchor’s holding power __________.
decreases
If you were to pass a stopper on a wire rope, what should the stopper be made of?
Chain
If your propeller is racing in rough weather, you should __________.
decrease your engine speed
If your vessel is dragging her anchor in a strong wind, you should __________.
increase the scope of anchor cable
If, after examination by the Quarantine Officer, your vessel is found to have a specific deficiency, you may be issued
Controlled Free Pratique
In a following sea, a wave has overtaken your vessel and thrown the stern to starboard. To continue along your original course, you should
use more right rudder
In a foreign port with a consulate, the U.S. Consul may excuse the Master from personally appearing before him to consent to the mutual release of an injured seaman, when the __________.
injury requires immediate inpatient hospitalization of the seaman
In a longitudinally-framed ship, the longitudinal frames are held in place and supported by athwartship members called __________.
web frames
In a national emergency, when communicating via the Navy, messages are sent by precedence. A message designated FLASH will be delivered within __________.
10 minutes
In a national emergency, when communicating via the Navy, messages are sent by precedence. A message designated FLASH will be delivered within __________.
10 minutes
In a national emergency, when communicating via the Navy, messages are sent by precedence. A message designated FLASH will be delivered within __________.
less than 10 minutes
In a national emergency, when communicating via the Navy, messages are sent by precedence. A message designated IMMEDIATE will be delivered within __________.
30 minutes
In a national emergency, when communicating via the Navy, messages are sent by precedence. A message designated IMMEDIATE will be delivered within __________.
30 minutes to 1 hour
In a national emergency, when communicating via the Navy, messages are sent by precedence. A message designated IMMEDIATE will be delivered within __________.
30 minutes
In a national emergency, when communicating via the Navy, messages are sent by precedence. A message designated PRIORITY will be delivered within __________.
3 hours
In a national emergency, when communicating via the Navy, messages are sent by precedence. A message designated PRIORITY will be delivered within __________.
3 hours
In a national emergency, when communicating via the Navy, messages are sent by precedence. A message designated PRIORITY will be delivered within __________.
3 hours
In a national emergency, when communicating via the Navy, messages are sent by precedence. A message designated ROUTINE will be delivered within __________.
6 hours
In a racetrack turn, to recover a man overboard, the vessel is steadied for the SECOND time after a turn of how many degrees from the original heading?
360°
In a tow made up astern, the fishplate __________.
connects the hawser to the bridle
In a transversely framed ship, the transverse frames are supported by all of the following EXCEPT __________.
web plates
In a Williamson turn, the rudder is put over full until the __________.
vessel has turned 60°From her original course
In addition to the load lines indicated in illustration D003DG, some vessels have a Winter North Atlantic line. Which statement about this load line mark is TRUE?
- It is carried on VLCC/ULCC type vessels and allows reduced freeboard considering their size.
- It is marked above line B in the diagram.
- It is applied to vessels on restricted trade routes between the United Kingdom, Iceland, and Northern European countries.
- It applies only to vessels not exceeding 328 ft. navigating in the Winter North Atlantic zones.
It applies only to vessels not exceeding 328 ft. navigating in the Winter North Atlantic zones.
In astern towing, a tow span, also called the “tow bar” or “towing arch”, is used to __________.
prevent fouling of the hawser on deck gear located on the stern of the towing vessel
In bad weather, what length of chain should be used with a single anchor?
10 times the depth of water
In controlling pollution, which action should be taken after all dirty ballast has been transferred to the slop tank and prior to discharge through the oily water separator?
The slops should be allowed time to settle.
In determining the scope of anchor line to pay out when anchoring a small boat, one must consider the __________.
depth of water, including tidal differences
In determining the scope of cable to be used when anchoring, what would NOT be considered?
maintenance cost for the chain
In general, a reinforced vessel can safely navigate in ice provided the concentration does not exceed how many tenths?
5- 7 tenths
In general, an un-reinforced vessel can safely navigate in ice provided the concentration does not exceed how many tenths?
1 - 3 tenths
In handling break bulk hazardous materials, it is forbidden to
metal bale hooks
In illustration D044DG, the mooring line labeled “B” is called a(n) __________.
inshore stern line
In illustration D044DG, the mooring line labeled “C” is called a __________.
breast line
In illustration D044DG, the mooring line labeled “D” is called a(n) __________.
after spring line
In illustration D044DG, the mooring line labeled “E” is called a(n) __________.
bow spring line
In illustration D044DG, the mooring line labeled “F” is called a __________.
breast line
In illustration D044DG, the mooring line labeled “G” is called a(n) __________.
inshore bow line
In illustration D044DG, the mooring line labeled “H” is called a(n) __________.
offshore bow line
In moderate wind and current what should be the length of chain with a single anchor?
5 times the depth of the water in good holding ground
In most cases, when a large merchant vessel enters shallow water at high speed the __________.
bow will squat farther than the stern
In nautical terminology a “dog” is a __________.
device to force a water tight door against the frame
In order to back a right-handed, single-screw vessel in a straight line, you will probably need to use __________.
some right rudder
In order to correctly open a new coil of manila line, you should __________.
pull the tagged end through the eye of the coil
In order to help protect a natural fiber rope from rotting, the line must be
dried, and stowed in a place with adequate ventilation
In order to pay out or slack a mooring line which is under strain, you should
surge the line
n order to reduce the accumulation of static electricity while loading petroleum products, you should __________.
start to load slowly
In order to reduce your wake in a narrow channel you should __________.
reduce your speed
In plugging submerged holes; rags, wedges, and other materials should be used in conjunction with plugs to
reduce the water leaking around the plugs
In polar regions you should NOT expect to see __________.
extensive snowfall
In preparation for receiving chilled reefer cargo, the reefer space has been precooled for over twenty-four hours. Loading may begin when the space has been cooled to a temperature between __________.
28°F (-2°C) and 40°F ( 4°C)
In relation to cargo gear, what does “SWL” mean?
Safe working load
In relation to the turning circle of a ship, the term “advance” means the distance __________.
gained in the direction of the original course
In relation to the turning circle of a ship, the term “kick” means the distance __________.
or throw of a vessel’s stern from her line of advance upon putting the helm hard over
In relation to the turning circle of a ship, the term “transfer” means the distance __________.
gained at right angles to the original course
In securing a towing cable, consideration must be given to letting go in an emergency. The possible whip of towlines when released can be overcome by __________.
using preventers
In ship construction, frame spacing is __________.
reduced at the bow and stern
n ship construction, keel scantlings should be the greatest __________.
amidships
In small craft terminology, all of the anchor gear between a boat and her anchor is called the __________.
rode
In some cases, the 50% duty on all foreign repairs made to American flag merchant vessels may be remitted. Which work does NOT come under the remitting policy of U.S. Customs?
Chipping, painting, and scaling by foreign labor
In stopping distances of vessels, “head reach” can best be described as the __________.
distance the vessel will run between taking action to stop her and being stationary in the water
In terms of vessel manning, a watch is the __________.
direct performance of deck or engine operations in a scheduled and fixed rotation
In the context of shiphandling, what would be the definition of shallow water?
Water depth of less than twice a vessel’s draft
In the manufacture of line, plant fibers are twisted together to form
yarns
0
In the manufacture of wire rope, if the wires are shaped to conform to the curvature of the finished rope before they are laid up, the rope is called __________.
preformed
In the stowage of deck cargo, “cribbing” is __________.
placed on deck to support the cargo
In the United States, the load line markings are set by the __________.
American Bureau of Shipping
In time of war Naval Control of Shipping Authorities may give orders concerning the __________.
ship’s route
In towing it is desirable for the tug and the tow to ride wave crests simultaneously because __________.
shock loading on the tow line is reduced
In towing, chocks are used to __________.
protect the towline from chafing
In towing, heaving lines are used for __________.
passing a messenger line
In twin-screw engine installations while going ahead, maneuvering qualities are most effective when the tops of the propeller blades both turn __________.
outboard from the center
In vessel construction, the garboard strake is __________.
located next to and parallel to the keellocated next to and parallel to the keel
In which case is the IOPP Certificate of an inspected vessel NOT invalidated?
The required oily-water separator malfunctions.
In which casualty case is it UNNECESSARY to notify the local Coast Guard Marine Safety Office?
Your vessel strikes a pier and does $1,500 damage to the pier but none to the vessel
In which casualty case is it UNNECESSARY to notify the local Coast Guard Marine Safety Office?
Your vessel strikes a pier and does $1,500 damage to the pier but no damage to the vessel
In which casualty case is it UNNECESSARY to notify the local Coast Guard Marine Safety Office?
Your vessel strikes a pier and does $1,500 damage to the pier but no damage to the vessel.
In which casualty case is it UNNECESSARY to notify the local Coast Guard Marine Safety Office?
- A seaman is injured and in the hospital for four days.
- Nylon mooring line parts while the vessel is tied up and kills a harbor worker who was on the pier.
- Your vessel is backing from a dock and runs aground, but is pulled off by tugs in 30 minutes.
- Your vessel strikes and sinks an anchored sailboat costing a total of $20,000 for salvage and repair.
Your vessel strikes and sinks an anchored sailboat costing a total of $20,000 for salvage and repair.
In which situation could a vessel most easily capsize?
- Running into head seas
- Running in the trough
- Running with following seas
- Anchored with your bow into the seas
Running in the trough
In writing up the logbook at the end of your watch, you make an error in writing an entry. What is the proper means of correcting this error?
Cross out the error with a single line, and write the correct entry, then initial it.
Indicated horsepower refers to a towing vessel’s power which is __________.
theoretically available
Instead of whipping an end of a line, a temporary means of preventing the line from unraveling is to tie a __________.
figure-eight knot
Instructions to the crew in the use of all the ship’s lifesaving equipment shall be completed
within any two month period
Insufficient space between the hull and bottom in shallow water will prevent normal screw currents resulting in
waste of power
sudden sheering to either side
sluggish rudder response
All of the above
Insulating flanges minimize the dangers arising from __________.
accumulations of electrostatic charges
Is tripping limited to harbor and coastal towing?
No. Forces tending to capsize a tug are as dangerous on the high seas as they are in harbor and coastal work.
It is easier to dock a right-hand, single-screw vessel __________.
port side to the wharf
It is good practice to use long towlines for ocean tows because the __________.
dip in the towline absorbs shock loads
It is NOT advisable to use nylon for alongside towing because it
stretches too much
t is not advisable to use nylon for alongside towing because it
stretches too much
It is permissible to place an eye splice in wire rope used as cargo gear providing the splice is made using __________.
three tucks with whole strands and two tucks with 1/2 the wire cut from the tucking strand
It is possible, and sometimes necessary, to strengthen the deck of a vessel for carriage of deck cargo by
erecting vertical pillars under the deck to support the cargo
It is the responsibility of the crane operator to, at all times, be aware of the location of the __________.
load
hook
boom
All of the above
It is the responsibility of the Master to ensure that __________.
temporary personnel and visitors are advised of emergency stations
Item A is the __________.
lashing
Keel scantlings of any vessel are greatest amidships because __________.
of maximum longitudinal bending moments
Keeping certain cargoes separated because of their inherent characteristics is known as __________.
segregation
Keeping the draft at or below the load line mark will insure that the vessel has adequate __________.
reserve buoyancy
Kort nozzles are installed around the propellers of some vessels to __________.
increase the thrust of the propeller
Laying out a line in successive circles flat on deck with the bitter end in the center is known as __________.
flemishing
Leeway is the __________.
lateral movement of a vessel downwind of her intended course
Lifting the anchor from the bottom is called __________.
weighing the anchor
Lighter longitudinal stiffening frames on the vessel’s side plating are called __________.
stringers
Line is called “small stuff” if its circumference is less than __________.
1 3/4”
Litmus paste is used in order to determine __________.
thievage
Load lines for U.S. vessels are assigned by __________.
the American Bureau of Shipping
Manila lines in which the strands are right-hand laid __________.
should be coiled in a clockwise direction
Many dangerous cargoes are stowed on deck because of the __________.
danger to crew and cargo
necessity of periodic inspection
possible need to jettison
All of the above
Many sheath-screw davits have markings to indicate the maximum angle to which they should be cranked out. If the angle is exceeded, the davit __________.
screw may come out of the sheath
Maritime Administration personnel may be allowed in the pilothouse upon the responsibility of the __________.
officer in charge of the watch
Marline is __________.
two-stranded hemp cord
Metal plates that cover the top of the hawsepipe are called __________.
buckler plates
Molded depth is measured from the __________.
inside of the shell
Mooring lines should be turned end-for-end occasionally. This is because __________.
normal wear on the line is thus distributed to different areas
Mooring with two bow anchors has which major advantage over anchoring with one bow anchor?
The radius of the vessel’s swing will be shortened.
Most crude oils are classified as grade __________.
C or D
Most of your vessel’s superstructure is forward. How will the vessel lie when drifting with no way on?
With the wind from abaft the beam
Most pedestal crane power is provided by __________.
Electro-hydraulic units
Most very large ocean going vessels, such as bulk carriers and large tankers, tend to squat __________.
by the bow
Mousing a cargo hook with marline or small line __________.
prevents the sling ring from coming out of the hook
Multi-year ice is the hardest sea ice and should be avoided if possible. It is recognizable because of what tone to its surface color?
Bluish
Nautical charts published by the Canadian Hydrographic service which are referenced in the United States Coast Pilot are identified by __________.
an asterisk preceding the chart number
Naval authorities would NOT give orders about which of the following, when the vessel is under control of the Naval Control of Shipping Organization?
- Visual communication at sea
- Rescue operations
- Diversions
- Schedules for loading cargo
Schedules for loading cargo
Naval Control of Shipping (NCS) publications should be __________.
in the Master’s custody
safely stowed
turned over to the relieving Master
All of the above
Nearly half of all storms that enter the Great Lakes Basin during the period from October through May come from __________.
local U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port
Nonflammable gases should have what kind of label?
Green
Nylon line can be dangerous because it __________.
stretches
Nylon line is better suited than manila for __________.
towing astern
Nylon line is NOT suitable for __________.
lashings
Nylon rope is often used in the makeup of a towline because it __________.
stretches
Odorous cargoes are those that __________.
give off fumes that may damage other cargoes
Of which type of material may a towing hawser be constructed?
Wire rope
Nylon
Polyester
All of the above
Official proof of an American vessel’s nationality is contained in the __________.
Certificate of Documentation
Oil may NOT be transferred unless __________.
discharge containment equipment (i.e. drip pans) are in place
Oil product samples should be taken from the __________.
dock riser
ship’s cargo tanks
shore tank discharge
All of the above
On a coastwise tugboat of 199 GT, on a voyage over 600 miles, what percentage of the deck crew (excluding licensed officers) must hold a document of able seaman?
65%
On a light tow, what could you substitute for a fishplate?
heart-shaped shackle
On a long ocean tow, the bridle should be made up of two equal lengths of __________.
chain
On a manned vessel carrying packaged hazardous cargo, the hazardous materials shall be inspected __________.
every 24 hours unless equipped with a fire detecting system
prior to entry into a U.S. port
after stowage is complete
All of the above
On a passenger vessel over 400 gross tons, routine entries for the Oil Record Book are recorded in __________.
Part I (Machinery Space Operations)
On a sea going towing vessel of 150 gross tons, there are six (6) seamen in the deck crew. How many certificated able seamen are required if the voyage is over 600 miles?
4
On a shallow water tow, the catenary of the towline should be __________.
small
On a ship’s crane, the load chart relates the allowable load to the combination of the boom length and __________.
load radius
On a single-screw vessel the stern frame _________.
furnishes support to the rudder, propeller shaft, and transom frame
On a single-screw vessel, when coming port side to a pier and being set off the pier, you should __________.
make your approach at a greater angle than in calm weather
On a small boat, if someone fell overboard and you did not know over which side the person fell, you should
stop the propellers from turning and throw a ring buoy over the side
On a small boat, which knot is best suited for attaching a line to the ring of an anchor?
Fisherman’s bend
On a small passenger vessel the collision bulkhead is __________.
A distance of 5% to 15% of the waterline length abaft the stem measured at the load waterline
On a transpacific voyage, you receive a message from your vessel’s operators saying that your vessel has been consigned to Naval Control of Shipping. Further information is contained in __________.
Radio Aids to Navigation (PUB 117)
On a transpacific voyage, you receive a message from your vessel’s operators saying that your vessel has been consigned to Naval Control of Shipping. Further information is contained in
Radio Navigational Aids (PUB 117)
On a transpacific voyage, you receive a message from your vessel’s operators saying that your vessel has been consigned to Naval Control of Shipping. Further information is contained in __________.
Radio Aids to Navigation (PUB 117)
On a transpacific voyage, you receive a message from your vessel’s operators saying that your vessel has been consigned to voluntary Naval Control of Shipping. Further information is contained in __________.
Radio Aids to Navigation (PUB 117)
On a twin-screw, twin-rudder vessel, the most effective way to turn in your own water, with no way on, is to put __________.
one engine ahead and one engine astern, with full rudder
On a vessel proceeding from a very cold to a warm climate with a cargo of a nonhygroscopic nature in the holds, which is TRUE?
- Danger of heavy ship sweat exists; constant and vigorous ventilation is required.
- There is danger of heavy cargo sweat if outside air is introduced by ventilation.
- There is little danger of ship’s sweat, slight possibility of cargo sweat; moderate ventilation is needed.
- The possibility of any sweat problem, either cargo or ship, is remote.
here is danger of heavy cargo sweat if outside air is introduced by ventilation.
On a vessel with a single propeller, transverse force has the most effect on the vessel when the engine is put __________.
full astern
On a voyage charter, when a vessel is ready to load cargo, the Master should render to the charterer a __________.
Notice of Readiness
On an anchor windlass, the wheel over which the anchor chain passes is called a __________.
wildcat
On Great Lakes vessels, midsummer load lines apply __________.
May 1 through September 15
On stud-link anchor chain the addition of the stud increases the strength of the link by about __________.
15%
On the cargo manifest, the gross weight of a box containing cargo is the weight of the __________.
cargo and box
On the cargo manifest, the total weight of a box containing cargo is the __________.
gross weight
On the cargo manifest, the total weight of an empty cargo box is the __________.
tare weight
On the cargo manifest, the weight of the cargo inside a box is called __________.
net weight
On the fully containerized ship, approximately one-third or more of the cargo is on deck above the rolling center. Top stowed containers are subject to __________.
accelerations greater than on conventional vessels
On the Great Lakes, short-term fluctuations in water levels may be a result of any of the following EXCEPT \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. strong winds sudden changes in barometric pressure seiches below normal rain fall
below normal rain fall
On the Great Lakes, the term “controlling depth” means the __________.
least depth within the limits of the channel which restricts the navigation
On the Great Lakes, winter storms compound the ice threat by bringing a variety of wind, wave, and weather problems on an average of every __________.
four days
On U.S. flag vessels, which certificate is always issued by the Coast Guard?
Safety Equipment Certificate
On vessels over 100 gross tons, whose responsibility is it to ensure that all able seamen in the vessel’s crew have the documents and qualifications required by law and regulation?
Master of the vessel
On which form do you provide a written report of Marine Casualty to the nearest Coast Guard Marine Safety Office?
CG 2692
On which of the Great Lakes would shore ice be the most pronounced?
Lake Superior
On which vessels are the officers and deck crew allowed to operate under a two-watch system on voyages of less than 600 miles?
Towing vessels
Offshore supply vessels
Barges, when manned
All of the above
On which vessels may licensed individuals be required to stand watch under the two-watch system, on voyages of more than 600 miles in length?
Uninspected towing vessels
On your vessel, a wire rope for the cargo gear shows signs of excessive wear and must be replaced. In ordering a new wire for this 10-ton boom, what safety factor should you use?
On your vessel, a wire rope for the cargo gear shows signs of excessive wear and must be replaced. In ordering a new wire for this 10-ton boom, what safety factor should you use?
Onboard a Ro-Ro vessel many decks are used for the carriage of both rolling and container cargoes, as such it is most useful if a deck socket accepts both __________.
twist-Locks and lashing hooks
Once a towline is connected between the towing vessel and the disabled vessel, the towing vessel should __________.
come up to speed very slowly and maintain a “safe speed”
Once a vessel has loaded packaged hazardous cargo, the cargo spaces shall be inspected. The spaces shall also be inspected at least once in every 24 hours. The only exception to daily inspection is when __________.
a vessel is equipped with an automatic smoke or fire detecting system
One advantage of chain over wire rope for a tow bridle is that chain __________.
resists damage from chafing
One function of a bulwark is to __________.
help keep the deck dry
One major advantage of the round turn maneuver in a man overboard situation is that it __________.
is the fastest method
One of the greatest hazards of pushing ahead is parting which item shown?
I
average act is __________.
a successful venture
One of your crew members falls overboard from the starboard side. You should IMMEDIATELY __________.
throw the crew member a life preserver
One reason a tug’s towing bitts are located forward of the rudders is because __________.
this allows more responsive steering
One shot of anchor chain is equal to how many feet (meters)?
90 (27.4 meters)
Operators of Uninspected Passenger Vessels are required to keep their Coast Guard License aboard __________.
only when carrying passengers for hire
Overcarriage is best prevented by __________.
inspection of the hold at completion of discharge
Owing to the greater girth of a ship amidships than at the ends, certain strakes are dropped as they approach the bow and stern to reduce the amount of plating at the ends. These strakes are called __________.
drop strakes
Panting frames are located in the __________.
fore and after peaks
Particular average is __________.
loss sustained by only one party
Payment of penalty for a ship’s delay after the expiration of lay days due to some fault of the charterer or his agent is known as __________.
demurrage
eck and Hale gear is used most commonly for securing __________.
automobiles
edestal cranes have limit switches to restrict movement of which function(s)?
Hoist upper & lower limits
Luff travel limits
Rider block hoist upper & lower limits
All of
Pedestal cranes have limit switches to restrict the movement of which function?
Slew travel limits
Pedestal cranes have limit switches to restrict the movement of which function?
Slew travel limits
Turntable limits
Luff travel limits
All of the above
Periodic surveys to renew the load line assignment must be made at intervals NOT exceeding __________.
five years
Petroleum cargo tanks should not be topped off at deck level when loading on a cold day because __________.
a subsequent temperature rise will cause the cargo to overflow
Pinching of the cargo hose between the vessel and the dock should be prevented by __________.
adjusting the hose supports
Pitching is angular motion of the vessel about what axis?
Transverse
Preparation of muster lists and signing of same is the responsibility of the __________.
Master of the vessel
Prior to being able to sail, each vessel that carries grain in bulk must have a certificate of loading issued by the __________.
National Cargo Bureau
Prior to getting underway in fresh or brackish water, the Master must __________.
log the density of the water
Progressive flooding is controlled by securing watertight boundaries and __________.
pumping out flooded compartments
Progressive flooding may be indicated by __________.
a continual worsening of list or trim
Protective clothing must be worn while sampling hazardous cargo on a tankship, and as a minimum includes __________.
hat
a face mask or goggles
Regulations concerning the stowage, lashing, and securing of timber deck cargoes aboard general cargo vessels may be found in the __________.
Load Line Regulations
Reid vapor pressure is __________.
a measurement of the amount of flammable vapors given off by a liquid at a certain temperature
Reinforcing frames attached to a bulkhead on a vessel are called __________.
stiffeners
Repairing damage to the hull at or above the waterline reduces the threat of __________.
continued progressive flooding
Right-laid line should be coiled _______
clockwise
River currents tend to __________.
cause the greatest depth of water to be along the outside of a bend
Rivets are usually made of __________.
mild steel
Rolling is angular motion of the vessel about what axis?
Longitudinal
Roundline is a __________.
three-stranded, right-handed line
Safety equipment on board vessels must be approved by the __________.
U.S. Coast Guard
Securing cargo by running timbers from an upper support down to the cargo, either vertically or at an angle, is called __________.
toms
Seeing that all hands are familiar with their duties, as specified in the muster list, is the responsibility of the __________.
Master
Segregation of cargoes refers to __________.
separating cargoes so that the inherent characteristics of one cannot damage the other
Separating both blocks of a tackle to prepare it for reuse is called __________.
over-hauling
Serving is __________.
marline tightly wound on the rope by means of a board or mallet
Several merchant ships are arriving at the scene of a distress incident. One of the them must assume the duties of the Coordinator Surface Search (CSS). Which of the following statements is TRUE?
- CSS duties are always assumed by passenger vessels, dry cargo vessels, or tankers in that order of precedence.
- The CSS must be established by mutual agreement between the ships concerned.
- A tank vessel should never be assigned CSS duties unless only tank vessels are present.
- The first vessel to arrive at the distress incident is designated as the CSS.
The CSS must be established by mutual agreement between the ships concerned.
Shell plating is __________.
the outer plating of a vessel
Shell plating that has curvature in two directions and must be heated and hammered to shape over specially prepared forms is called __________.
furnaced plate
Shipping articles are a contract of agreement between the members of the crew and the __________.
Master
Ship’s officers should check every cargo compartment after it is filled with bulk grain to ensure __________.
all void spaces are filled
Sidewise force of the propeller tends to throw a vessel’s stern to the right or left, depending on rotation. This force is caused by __________.
torque from the velocity and angle at which the surrounding water impinges upon the propeller blades
Signs of racking stresses generally appear at the __________.
junction of the frames with the beams and floors
Single hull vessels operating exclusively on the Great Lakes must be dry docked at intervals not to exceed __________.
60 months
Sluicing or slushing wire rope __________.
prevents internal and external rust and corrosion
reduces chafing and increases its useful service life
reduces internal friction within the wire
All of the above
Small floes of rough, hummocky sea ice capable of damaging a vessel __________.
can usually be detected by radar in a smooth sea at a range of 4 to 6 kilometers
Small hull leaks can be temporarily repaired by __________.
caulking
Snow has obliterated surface features and the sky is covered with uniform, altostratus clouds. There are no shadows and the horizon has disappeared. What is this condition called?
Whiteout
SOLAS requires a lifesaving training manual be provided in each crew cabin or in the __________.
recreation and messrooms
Sometimes it is desirable to connect a member both by riveting and welding. Which statement is TRUE concerning this procedure?
The welding must be completed before the riveting commences.
Sour crude oil __________.
contains high quantities of hydrogen sulfide
Splices made in nylon should __________.
have extra tucks taken
Spontaneous heating of coal rapidly accelerates at the approximate minimum temperature of __________.
100°F
Static electricity may be built up by the __________.
spraying or splashing of petroleum
settling of solids or water in petroleum
flow of petroleum through pipes
All of the above
Storms that enter the Great Lakes Basin from the west and northwest at a peak in October are the products of pressure systems known as __________.
Alberta lows
Strengthening damaged bulkheads by using wood or steel is called __________.
shoring
Stress on the topping lift of a swinging boom can be reduced by __________.
raising the boom
Stuffer-braid rope has __________.
a yarn core
Sulfuric acid is a __________.
colorless-to-brown liquid with a choking odor when hot
Sweat damage in a hatch full of canned goods in cartons will occur when the __________.
dew point is higher than the temperature of the cargo
Sweat damage will occur in a cargo hold containing cased machinery when the __________.
dew point of the hold is higher than the temperature of the ship’s skin
Synchronous towing means that the __________.
tug and tow are both in the same relative position on different waves at the same time
Temporary Certificates of Inspection are effective until the __________.
permanent Certificate of Inspection is issued
Temporary seizings on wire rope are made with __________.
wire
Ten triangular piles of piping on the pier are to be loaded - each pile has a 20 foot base, is 15 feet high and 30 feet long. If the breadth of the hold is 60 feet and the piping is to be stowed fore and aft in a 30 foot space, how high will it stow?
25.0 feet
Tensile stress is a result of two forces acting in __________.
opposite directions on the same line, tending to pull the material apart
The “carrick bend” is used to __________.
join two hawsers
The “carrick bend” is used to __________.
join two hawsers
The “grip” of a joint represents the __________.
thickness of the connected members
The “inner bottom” is the __________.
tank top
The “iron mike” is a(n) __________.
automatic pilot
The “margin plate” is the __________.
outboard strake of plating on each side of an inner bottomv
The “Mode” selector switch can be positioned and select all of the following EXCEPT __________.
weather adjustments
The “Mode” selector switch on the autopilot steering stand is used to select any of the following with the EXCEPTION of __________.
automatic pilot steering
hand-electric steering
non-followup steering
rudder adjustment
rudder adjustment
The “Port-Off-Stbd” selector switch on an autopilot steering stand is used to __________.
change over one steering system to the other
The “rolling hitch” could be used to __________.
act as a stopper to transfer a line under strain
The “rudder adjustment” control on an autopilot steering stand is used to __________.
set the number of degrees of rudder per degree of course error
The “square knot” is used for __________.
joining two lines of equal size
The “weather adjustment” control on an autopilot steering stand is used to __________.
set the null band or dead zone signal before actuating the rudder
The (auto)ignition temperature is that temperature at which __________.
no spark or flame is required to ignite gas or vapor
The 30 ton capacity pedestal cranes shown in the illustration can lift a maximum weight of how many tons in the single mode?
30 tons
The 30 ton capacity pedestal cranes shown in the illustration can lift a maximum weight of how many tons in the twin mode?
60 tons
The 30 ton capacity pedestal cranes shown in the illustration can lift a maximum weight of how many tons when two cranes are married together in twin with the other pair of cranes at the opposite end of the hatch?
120 tons
The advantage(s) of using wire rope lashing on vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that it __________.
is Lighter than chain
has a good working life
is not affected by temperature
All of the above
The agency most concerned with a stowaway is __________.
Immigration
The agency which assigns load lines and issues Load Line Certificates is the __________.
American Bureau of Shipping
The American Consul has asked the Master of a vessel bound for a port in the U.S. to transport a destitute seaman back to the U.S. Which action may the Master take?
He may refuse to take the seaman if the seaman has a contagious disease.
The American Consul has asked the Master of a vessel bound for a port in the U.S. to transport a destitute seaman back to the U.S. Which action may the Master take?
He may refuse the seaman if the seaman has a contagious disease.
The American Consul has asked the Master of a vessel bound for a port in the U.S. to transport a destitute seaman back to the U.S. Which action may the Master take?
He is normally required to take the seaman.
He may refuse to take the seaman if the seaman has a contagious disease.
He may refuse to take the seaman if it will violate the Certificate of Inspection.
All of the above
The American Consul has asked the Master of a vessel bound for a port in the U.S. to transport a destitute seaman back to the U.S. Which action may the Master take?
He may refuse to take the seaman if it will violate the Certificate of Inspection.
The amount of force a tug can exert on a stationary pull is called its __________.
bollard pull
The amount of strain on each runner of a married fall system lifting 2000 lbs. when the angle made by the legs is 90° would be __________.
1414 lbs.
The anchor chain should be kept moderately taut during a Mediterranean moor to __________.
prevent damage to the stern in the event of a headwind
The anchor shackle is indicated by which
K
The anchors on the bow are known as __________.
bower anchors
The anchors should be dropped well out from the pier while at a Mediterranean moor to __________.
permit the ship to maneuver in the stream while weighing anchors
The angle at which the fluke penetrates the soil is called the __________.
fluke angle
The angle at which the fluke penetrates the soil is called the __________.
fluke angle
The angular movement of a vessel about a horizontal line drawn from its bow to its stern is __________.
rolling
The annual survey for endorsement of a Load Line Certificate must be held within __________.
three months either way of the certificate’s anniversary date
The area indicated by the letter G is known as the __________.
turn of the bilge
The Articles of Agreement __________.
advises the crew of the conditions of employment
The basic shipping paper that forms an agreement between a shipowner and a charterer is a __________.
Charter Party
The beam of a vessel refers to the __________.
width of the vessel
The BEST holding ground for conventional anchors is __________.
sand
very soft mud
shale
rock
sand
The BEST holding ground for conventional anchors is __________.
very soft mud
hard mud
shale
rock
hard mud
The best information on the location of the blocks when dry docking a vessel is contained in the __________.
ship’s docking plan
The BEST information on the nature and extent of damage to the vessel is obtained from __________.
personnel at the scene of the damage
The best method of determining if a vessel is dragging anchor is to note __________.
changes in bearings of fixed objects onshore
The best method of protecting that portion of a fiber anchor line nearest the anchor from chafing on the bottom is by __________.
replacing that portion with a short length of chain
The best method to secure a tow line to a cleat is to __________.
take a turn around the cleat, then figure-eights, and a half-hitch
The best method to stop a vessel from dragging anchor in a sand bottom is to __________.
pay out more anchor cable
The best time to work a boat into a slip is __________.
at slack water
The best way to determine if a load is within maximum lift limits is to use __________.
a load weight indicator
The best way to lift many small articles aboard your vessel is with a __________.
pallet
The BEST way to steer a twin-screw vessel if you lose your rudder is by using __________.
one engine running at reduced speed and controlling the vessel with the other
The biggest problem encountered when towing bridle legs are too short is __________.
excessive strain
The biggest problem you generally encounter while towing a single tow astern is __________.
yaw
The boat is stowed on the davit rather than on a cradle with which type of davit?
Crescent
The body plan of a vessel is a(n) __________.
endwise view of the ship’s molded form
The boom indicator on a crane will indicate the __________.
angle of the boom
The boom indicator tells the operator at what angle the boom is compared to the __________.
horizontal position of the boom
The boom stops on a pedestal crane prevent the boom from __________.
being raised too high
The bow thruster generally is ineffective at __________.
over 3 knots headway
The catenary __________.
acts as a reserve length of towing hawser when the tug applies more power, and it dampens the surge effect of the tow
gives an approximation of the amount of strain on the towing hawser
is the dip in the towing hawser
between the tug and the tow
All of the above
acts as a reserve length of towing hawser when the tug applies more power, and it dampens the surge effect of the tow
gives an approximation of the amount of strain on the towing hawser
is the dip in the towing hawser between the tug and the tow
All of the above
a wooden protection placed over the tank top
The Certificate of Freeboard is the __________.
Load Line Certificate
The Certificate of Inspection for a containership __________.
must be posted under transparent material in a conspicuous place
The Certificate of Inspection for your tankship authorizes the carriage of grade A and lower products. Which chemical may NOT be carried unless it is specifically endorsed on the Certificate of Inspection?
Vinyl acetate
The Certificate of Inspection of a damaged tank barge has expired. What certificate authorizes the barge to move to a repair facility for repair and inspection?
Permit to Proceed
The Certificate of Inspection on a passenger vessel of over 100 gross tons must be posted __________.
in a conspicuous place where observation by the passengers is likely
0
The certificate of loading required by each vessel carrying grain in bulk is issued by the __________.
National Cargo Bureau
The charterer has completed loading the vessel in 3 days instead of the 5 days agreed to in the charter party. As a result of this, the __________.
charterer may receive dispatch money
The cheek length of a block in inches should be about __________.
three times the circumference of a manila line
The choice of length of tow bridle legs is governed by the __________.
need to reduce yaw
The circular steel structure installed around the propeller of a towboat is the __________.
nozzle
The citizenship of a crew member of a vessel in a U.S. port is determined solely by the __________.
Immigration Officer
The complete details of a crude oil washing system aboard your vessel, including the operating sequences and procedures, design characteristics, a description of the system, and required personnel will be found in the __________.
Crude Oil Washing Operations and Equipment Manual
The condition of a towline must be monitored by _________.
keeping record of the towline’s initial minimum breaking strength
keeping record of each retest of the towline’s minimum breaking strength
conducting routine visual inspections of the towline
All of the above
The connection to the towline must be secured with a _________.
shackle secured a nut and cotter pin
The Coordinator Surface Search (CSS) in a SAR situation should display by night __________.
a distinctive signal promulgated by the CSS
The Coordinator Surface Search in a SAR situation should display by day __________.
the code flags FR
The correct way to make an eye in a wire rope with clips is to place the clips with the __________.
U-bolts of all clips on the bitter end
The crane manufacturer’s operating tables are posted near the __________.
crane controls
The critical point in nylon line elongation is about __________.
40%
The crown of the anchor shown is indicated by which letter?
H
The damage to a vessel is over $25,000. Who must notify the nearest Coast Guard Marine Safety or Marine Inspection Office as soon as possible?
The person in charge of the vessel
The operator of the vessel
The Master of the vessel
All of the above
The damage to a vessel is over $25,000. Who must notify the nearest Coast Guard Marine Safety or Marine Inspection Office as soon as possible?
The owner of the vessel
The Master of the vessel
The person in charge of the vessel at the time of casualty
Any one of the above
The danger of a towing vessel tripping is increased the closer the towline is secured to __________.
amidships
The dangerous cargo manifest does NOT indicate __________.
the net weight of each hazardous cargo
The deck beam brackets of a transversely framed vessel resist
racking stresses
The deck load capacity of a compartment into which you intend to load a cargo of soft brick is 380 lbs. per sq. ft. The stowage factor of the brick is 21.3. Disregarding broken stowage, what is the maximum height the brick may be stacked without endangering the structure?
3.6 feet
The declaration made by the Master when he anticipates hull and/or cargo damage due to unusual weather conditions is a __________.
Note of Protest
The designations A, B, C, D, and E grades of cargo refer to the __________.
flash point range and Reid vapor pressure index of petroleum products
The disadvantage of using three strand nylon line for towing is its __________.
danger to crew if it parts
The disadvantage(s) of using chain lashing on heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that __________.
it is heavy
the links lose strength if placed over corners
it does not absorb shock
All of the above
The disadvantage(s) of using web lashing on light vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels is that it __________.
deteriorates in sunlight
cuts on sharp edges
is vulnerable to damage and pilferage
All of the above
The distance a vessel moves at right angles to the original course, when a turn of 180° has been completed, is called the __________.
tactical diameter
The distance a vessel moves parallel to the original course from the point where the rudder is put over to any point on the turning circle is called the __________.
advance
The distance between rivets in a row is known as the __________.
pitch
The distance between the surface of the liquid and the tank top in a cargo tank is called __________.
ullage
The distance that a ship moves forward with each revolution of its propeller, if there is no slip, is called __________.
pitch
The distance that a vessel travels from the time that the order to put engines full astern until the vessel is dead in the water is known as __________.
head reach
The document on a vessel, annually endorsed by an American Bureau of Shipping surveyor, is called the __________.
Load Line Certificate
The document that establishes the facts of a casualty and is the prima facie relief from liability for the damage is the __________.
Master’s protest
The document that the Master uses to attest to the truth of the manifest of cargo is called __________.
Oath of Entry
The document which acknowledges that the cargo has been received and is in the carrier’s custody is called the __________.
Dock Receipt
The document which shows a vessel’s nationality, ownership, and tonnage is the __________.
Certificate of Documentation
The easiest way to anchor a vessel in a current is to __________.
stem the current and be falling aft very slowly when the anchor is dropped
The effect known as “bank cushion” acts in which of the following ways on a single-screw vessel proceeding along a narrow channel?
It forces the bow away from the bank.
The effect of excessive catenary in shallow water may be __________.
dragging the towing hawser along the bottom and chafing it
snagging sunken or submerged objects
slowing, stopping or endangering the towing operation by placing the tug in irons
All of the above
The effect of ocean current is usually more evident on a tug and tow than on a tug navigating independently because the __________.
speed of the tug and tow is less
The effect of wind on exposed areas of the vessel is most noticeable when __________.
backing
The electrical components for each single crane are installed in its __________.
crane house
machinery base
turntable
All of the above
The equipment used to control, protect and connect a towline is called _________.
terminal gear
The exact and complete identification of all cargo on board must be found on the __________.
Cargo Manifest
The explosive range of a fuel lies between the lower explosive limit and the __________.
upper explosive limit
The extension of the after part of the keel in a single- screw vessel upon which the stern post rests is called the __________.
skeg
The facewire refers to item __________.
I
The figure obtained by dividing the total volume of the ship in cubic feet (after omission of exempted spaces) by 100 is the __________.
gross tonnage
The fitting at the end of a cargo line in a tank that allows suction to be taken close to the bottom of a tank is a __________.
bell-mouth
The fitting that allows a boom to move freely both vertically and laterally is called the __________.
gooseneck
The fittings used to secure a watertight door are known as __________.
dogs
The flash point of vinyl chloride is __________.
-108°F (-78°C)
The floors in a vessel’s hull structure are kept from tripping, or folding over, by __________.
bottom longitudinals
The fluke is indicated by which letter?
I
The fo’c’sle card __________.
advises the crew of the conditions of employment
The force acting on a single cargo runner which is vertically lifting or lowering a load is greatest when __________.
decelerating when lowering the load
The force exerted by a propeller which tends to throw the stern right or left is called __________.
sidewise force
The fore and aft run of deck plating which strengthens the connection between the beams and the frames and keeps the beams square to the shell is called the __________.
stringer strake
The forecastle card is a copy of the __________.
shipping agreement
The forecastle card is a(n) __________.
copy of the shipping agreement
The forecastle card is a(n) __________.
copy of the shipping agreement
The function of the bilge keel is to __________.
reduce the rolling of the vessel
The garboard strake is indicated by which letter?
H
The garboard strake is the __________.
row of plating nearest the keel
The Great Lakes Edition of the Notice to Mariners is published __________.
weekly by the 9th Coast Guard District
The greatest horizontal stress between the heads of the booms in the yard and stay rig occurs when the load is in such a position that the __________.
falls are at an equal angle to the horizontal
The greatest strain, when lifting a load with the jumbo purchase, is on __________.
the hauling part because it must absorb the frictional losses of all the sheaves
The grooved wheel inside a block is called a __________.
sheave
The group of markings shown is called a __________.
load line mark
The half-breadth plan is __________.
usually drawn for the port side only
The head block is located _________.
at the head of the boom
The heel block is located __________.
at the base of the boom
at the base of the boom
slow the swing using moderate rudder
The helm command “Left twenty” means __________.
put the rudder left twenty degrees
The helm command “meet her” means __________.
use rudder to check the swing
The helm command “Nothing to the left” means do NOT __________.
steer left of the ordered course
The helm command “Steady as you go” means __________.
steer the course you are on now
The hitch used to secure the standing part of a gantline to the horns of a stage is a __________.
marlinespike hitch
The holding capabilities of an anchor are determined PRIMARILY by the _____
scope of the anchor chain
The holding capability of an anchor is primarily determined by the __________.
anchor’s ability to dig in
The holding power of an anchor at a given scope of cable increases when the __________.
amount of chain lying along the bottom increases
The Honolulu (Christmas tree) tow was devised to __________.
keep the catenary to a minimum
The horizontal flat surfaces where the upper stock joins the rudder are the __________.
rudder palms
he horizontal fore-and-aft movement of a vessel is called __________.
surge
The horizontal port or starboard movement of a vessel is called __________.
sway
The Immigration and Naturalization Service is concerned with which document on a vessel making preliminary entry into a U.S. port from a foreign port?
Certified Crew List
The implied condition(s) with respect to the doctrine of deviation in a marine insurance policy is(are) __________.
that the cargo be discharged from the vessel with customary dispatch
that the voyage be commenced in a reasonable time
that the voyage be pursued over the usual and direct route
All of the above
The internal volume of a cargo hold measured from the inside faces of the cargo battens, the lower side of the deck beams, and the top of the tank top ceiling is known as the __________.
bale cubic
The internal volume of a cargo hold measured from the inside of the side shell, the underside of the deck, and the tank top is known as the __________.
grain cubic
The joint formed when two steel plates are placed end-to-end is called a __________.
butt
The joint formed when two steel shell plates are placed longitudinally side to side is called a __________.
seam
The joint indicated by letter D is a __________.
butt
The key to rescuing a man overboard is _______
well-conducted drills
The key to rescuing a man overboard is __________.
well-conducted drills
The key to rescuing a man overboard is __________.
well-conducted drills
The knot at the end of the heaving line used to pass the towing hawser is called a __________.
monkey’s fist
The knot lettered E is a __________.
timber and half hitch
The knot lettered G in the illustration is a __________.
fisherman’s bend
The knot lettered I as shown is a __________.
bowline on a bight
The knot lettered J is a __________.
plain whipping
The knot used to form the bridle at the standing part of a gantline rigged to a stage is a __________.
bowline
The knot used to join two lines of different diameter is a __________.
becket bend
The knot used to join two lines or two large hawsers for towing is called a __________.
carrick bend
The label required for magnesium scrap is __________.
oxidizer
yellow
corrosive
None of the above
The label required on containers carrying barium oxide in an international shipment must read __________.
“Poison”
The Lake Carriers Association and the Canadian Shipowners Association prescribe separation routes for upbound and downbound vessels on the Great Lakes. The recommended courses for these routes are shown on the Great Lakes Charts in the form of __________.
red or magenta figures over a segmented course line track
The larger sizes of manila line are measured by their __________.
circumference
The lashings on a stack of containers with interlocking fittings restrain the forces that cause __________.
racking
The lashings used on Ro-Ro vessels should be capable of withstanding the forces of __________.
rolling
pitching
heaving
All of the above
The last shot of an anchor cable is usually painted __________.
red
The latch of a safety hook __________.
prevents the sling ring from coming out of the hook if the strain is abruptly eased
The lead of a tow bridle is usually redirected with a __________.
chock
The legs of a tow bridle are joined together with a __________.
fishplate
The length of a standard “shot” of chain is __________.
15 fathoms
The letter I indicates the keel. Which of the following plates is NOT part of the keel?
Longitudinal girder
The letter M indicates a(n) __________.
web frame
The lifeboats on your vessel are stowed on cradles on deck and are handled by sheath-screw boom davits. Which of the following statements about launching a boat is TRUE?
The boat should be hoisted a few inches clear of the cradle
before cranking out the davits.
The inboard gripes should be cast off before the outboard gripes.
The outboard section of the cradle must be released.
The tricing pendants will automatically bring the boat alongside at the embarkation deck.
The outboard section of the cradle must be released.
The line with the most stretch is __________.
nylon
The lines led forward from the bow and aft from the stern when a vessel is moored to the dock are __________.
bow and stern lines
The load chart of a crane enables the operator to combine the load radius with boom length to determine the __________.
allowable load
The load line certificate is issued by __________.
the American Bureau of Shipping
The load line regulations are administered by the __________.
U.S. Coast Guard
The locking pin that joins the parts of a detachable link is held in position by __________.
a lead plug
The lookout sights a vessel dead ahead. This should be reported on the bell with __________.
three bells
The lower hold of your vessel has a bale capacity of 45,000 cubic feet. How many cases of a cargo weighing 450 lbs. and measuring 2.5 feet by 3 feet by 3 feet could be stowed in the hold, assuming a broken stowage factor of 15 percent?
1700
The lower hold of your vessel has a bale capacity of 60,000 cubic feet. How many tons of cotton in bales having a stowage factor of 85 can be stowed in the lower hold, assuming a broken stowage factor of 20%?
565
The lower hold of your vessel has a bale cubic of 52,000 cu. ft. You will load a cargo of cases, each weighing 380 lbs. and measuring 3 ft. x 2 ft. x 2 ft. The estimated broken stowage is 15%. How many tons of cases can be loaded?
625 tons
The lower seam of the strake indicated by the letter B is sometimes riveted. This is done to __________.
serve as a crack arrestor and prevent hull girder failure
The lowest temperature at which a liquid will give off sufficient vapors to form a flammable mixture with air is known as the __________.
flash point
The machinery associated with heaving in and running out anchor chain is the __________.
windlass
The main advantage and chief characteristic of a Steulchen boom is that it can be __________.
swung from one hatch to the adjacent hatch
The main advantage of a Chinese stopper over the one line stopper is that it __________.
will not jam on the mooring line
The main function of a stripping system is to __________.
discharge liquid left in the cargo tanks after the main pumps have discharged the bulk
The main function of the core of a wire rope is to __________.
support the strands laid around it
The main reason a long towline is used during an ocean tow is that __________.
there will be less stress on the towline
The main underdeck pipeline on a tankship is connected to individual tanks by __________.
branch lines
The MAIN use of the knot lettered M is to __________.
marry two hawsers
The major components which determine the length of a catenary in a deployed anchor cable are water depth, cable weight, and __________.
cable tension
The major components which determine the length of catenary in a deployed anchor cable are cable tension, cable weight, and __________.
water depth
The major components which determine the length of catenary in a deployed anchor cable are water depth, cable tension, and __________.
cable weight
The maneuver which will return your vessel in the shortest time to a person who has fallen overboard is __________.
a single turn with hard rudder
The maneuver which will return your vessel to a person who has fallen overboard in the shortest time is __________.
a single turn with hard rudder
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