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Deck General - 8 Flashcards

1
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Using the available references, if the dry bulb temperature is 98°, and the wet bulb temperature is 87°, what is the relative humidity in a cargo hold?

A

64%

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Usually the most gentle way of riding out a severe storm on a larger vessel is .

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running before the seas

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3
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Vertical structural members attached to the floors that add strength to the floors are called .

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stiffeners

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4
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Wages due a seaman may be attached by the court for the

.

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support of a spouse

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5
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Wages due a seaman may be attached by the court for the

.

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support of a minor child

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6
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Wale shores would be used when dry docking a vessel with .

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excessive deadrise

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7
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Water may boil up around the stern of a vessel in a channel due to
.

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shallow water

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8
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Weight concentration in which area will cause a vessel’s bottom to be subjected to tension stresses?

A

Amidships

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9
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What accident situation is considered a Serious Marine Incident?

A

All of the above

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10
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What affect does shallow water have on a vessel’s stopping distance?

A

The stopping distance is longer.

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11
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What are reef points used for?

A

Reduce the area of a sail

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12
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What best describes an anchor buoy?

A

A buoy attached to the anchor

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13
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What characterizes a Ro-Ro vessel?

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High freeboard and sail area

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14
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What could be used as fairleads on a towed vessel?

A

All of the above

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15
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What describes a tandem crane lift?

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Two sets of twin cranes hoisting 120 tons

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16
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What describes a twin crane lift?

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Two cranes on a single pedestal hoisting 60 tons

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17
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What descriptive term indicates that the dimension is measured from the inner face of the shell or deck plating?

A

Molded

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18
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What does “end for end” mean in regard to a towing hawser?

A

To swap ends of the hawser to minimize wear

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19
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What does “in step” refer to in regards to towing?

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Both the towed and towing vessels reach a wave crest or trough at the same time.

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20
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What does “level-luffing” accomplish during crane operations?

A

All of the above

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21
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What does a jib refer to on a crane?

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Boom

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22
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What does a Visaed Alien Crew List which is made and submitted to the
U.S. Consul for visa show?

A

Nonresident aliens aboard

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23
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What does item “A” refer to in this illustration of a 30-ton pedestal crane?

A

Cargo hoist falls

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24
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What does item “C” refer to in this illustration of a 30-ton pedestal crane?

A

Rider block

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25
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What does item “D” refer to in this illustration of a 30-ton pedestal crane?

A

Hook block

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26
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What does item “E” refer to in this illustration of a 30-ton pedestal crane?

A

Tagline

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27
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What does item “G” refer to in this illustration of a 30-ton pedestal crane?

A

Turntable

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28
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What does item “K” refer to in this illustration of a 30-ton pedestal crane?

A

Rider block taglines

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29
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What does the helm command “shift the rudder” mean?

A

Put the rudder over to the opposite side, the same number of degrees it is now.

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30
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What does the line labeled “MS” denote on the Great Lakes load line model shown?

A

Midsummer

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31
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What does the proof test load of an anchor chain demonstrate?

A

Strength of the chain to a specified limit

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32
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What does the term “end-for-end” refer to in regard to a wire towing hawser?

A

Removing the wire rope from the drum and reversing it so that the towing end becomes the bitter end

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33
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What equipment is customarily used when seamen are working on a stage rigged over the side of a vessel?

A

All of the above

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34
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What equipment is NOT used to protect a towing hawser?

A

Halyards and snap hooks

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35
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What form of ice is of land origin?

A

Bergy bit

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36
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What imminent danger results from tripping?

A

Capsizing your tug

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37
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What is a characteristic of all centrifugal cargo pumps?

A

Decreasing the speed of rotation will decrease the discharge pressure.

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38
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What is a cofferdam?

A

Void or empty space separating two tanks

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39
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What is a correct reply to a pilot’s request, “How’s your head”?

A

“Passing 200°”

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40
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What is a CORRECT reply to a pilot’s request, “How’s your head”?

A

“Passing 50°”

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41
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What is a proper size block to use with a 3-inch circumference Manila line?

A

9-inch cheek, 6- inch sheave

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42
Q

What is a solid at ambient temperature?

A

Naphthalene

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43
Q

What is a spill pipe?

A

A pipe under the anchor windlass leading to the chain locker

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44
Q

What is a step in attaching a poured metal socket to a wire rope?

A

Etch the wire with acid.

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45
Q

What is a wet cargo?

A

A canned or bottled liquid such as beer

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46
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What is an advantage in the use of a towing hook?

A

All of the above

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47
Q

What is an advantage of a gate valve over a butterfly valve?

A

Less frequent maintenance

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48
Q

What is an advantage of having wire rope with a fiber core over that of a wire rope of the same size with a wire core?

A

Fiber core rope offers greater flexibility.

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49
Q

What is an advantage of the 6X19 class of wire rope over the 6X37 class of wire rope of the same diameter?

A

More resistance to corrosion

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50
Q

What is an advantage of the 6X37 class of wire rope over the 6X19 class of wire rope of the same diameter?

A

Greater flexibility

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51
Q

What is an example of a fundamental objective of cargo stowage?

A

Prevent overcarriage by block stowage.

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52
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What is an example of the term “Restraint of Rulers, Princes, or Peoples” in a marine insurance policy?

A

A prohibition from loading a cargo from a country’s government interference.

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53
Q

What is an explosion hazard when exposed to flame?

A

Toluene

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54
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What is another description for a tandem crane lift?

A

Quad lift hoisting 120 tons

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55
Q

What is another name for the boom of a crane?

A

Jib

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56
Q

What is considered a Serious Marine Incident?

A

an injury to a crewmember, passenger, or other person which requires professional medical treatment beyond first aid

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57
Q

What is LEAST likely to be used to strip a cargo tank?

A

Centrifugal pump

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58
Q

What is likely to occur when you are surging synthetic mooring lines on the gypsyhead during mooring operations?

A

The heat generated may cause the lines to temporarily fuse to the gypsyhead.

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59
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What is meant by “spotting the boom”?

A

Placing it in a desired position

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60
Q

What is meant by “thieving” a petroleum cargo?

A

Determining the amount of water (if any) in each cargo tank

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61
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What is meant by the term “broaching to”?

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Being turned broadside to the sea

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62
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What is meant by the term “level- luffing” a crane?

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Luffing while the load remains at a constant height

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63
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What is meant by the term “luffing the boom” of a crane?

A

Topping or lowering the boom

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64
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What is meant by the term “topping the boom”?

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Raising the boom

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65
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What is meant by the term “two- blocked”?

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The bottom block touches the top block.

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66
Q

What is meant by veering the anchor chain?

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Paying out more chain

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67
Q

What is normally used to pass a mooring line to a dock?

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Heaving line

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68
Q

What is NOT a basic shiphandling rule for navigating in ice concentrations on the Great Lakes?

A

Transit ice along pressure ridges when possible.

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69
Q

What is NOT a form used by ice support services to disseminate information?

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Ice Bulletins

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70
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What is NOT a precaution to be taken when topping off?

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Notify the engine room of the procedure.

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71
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What is NOT a primary function of the freight forwarder?

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To provide financial assistance to the shipper when required

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72
Q

What is NOT a problem when carrying coal?

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The requirement for through- ventilation

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73
Q

What is NOT a requirement for a salvage claim?

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The salvors must save or attempt to save any life in peril.

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74
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What is NOT a requirement for the preparation of used, gasoline- propelled cars if they are to be carried as ordinary cargo and not as hazardous cargo?

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The fuel tank must be inerted with CO2.

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75
Q

What is NOT a requirement for the safe and effective use of a crude oil washing system?

A

Use portable washing machines to reach areas obscured by structural members in the tanks.

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76
Q

What is NOT a securing system used on a containership?

A

Stacking system

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77
Q

What is NOT accepted as the required shipping papers on a manned and loaded tank barge?

A

Logbook entry

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78
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What is NOT an advantage of a wire towing hawser?

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Has more spring and shock resistance than synthetic.

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79
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What is NOT an advantage of centrifugal pumps over reciprocating pumps?

A

They require priming for stripping.

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80
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What is NOT an advantage of containership operations over conventional break-bulk operations?

A

Flexibility of operation

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81
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What is NOT an advantage of double bottom ships?

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They are less expensive to construct because of increased access space.

82
Q

What is NOT an advantage of filler cargo?

A

Overcarriage is reduced or eliminated.

83
Q

What is NOT an advantage of ship construction methods using welded butt joints in the shell plating?

A

Reduces plate stress

84
Q

What is NOT an indication that pack ice may be nearby?

A

The presence of icebergs

85
Q

What is NOT characteristic of the conditions which would be experienced by a vessel located southeast of an approaching eastward- moving storm center on the Great Lakes?

A

Falling barometer

86
Q

What is NOT considered “jewelry”?

A

Buttons

87
Q

What is NOT considered maritime property in a salvage claim?

A

buoys

88
Q

What is NOT considered maritime property in a salvage claim?

A

light-vessels

89
Q

What is NOT required as special safety equipment on a tankship carrying hazardous cargoes in bulk?

A

Two portable vapor detectors suitable for the cargoes carried

90
Q

What is NOT required on an uninspected towing vessel?

A

Certificate of Inspection

91
Q

What is NOT required to be approved or certified by the U.S. Coast Guard before being used on inspected vessels?

A

Steel plate used in hull construction

92
Q

What is NOT suitable for use in making up the towing rig for a heavy, long ocean tow?

A

Ring

93
Q

What is NOT surveyed at an annual load line survey?

A

The bilge pumping system

94
Q

What is NOT true regarding a Lloyd’s Open Form (LOF) Salvage Agreement?

A

The LOF is subject to the law of the country the two parties agree upon

95
Q

What is required to be entered into the Official Logbook?

A

Opening a sideport at sea to renew a gasket

96
Q

What is required to be posted in the pilothouse of a vessel?

A

Muster List (“Station Bill”)

97
Q

What is required to be posted in the pilothouse of a vessel?

A

Maneuvering Characteristics

98
Q

What is required to be stenciled at the heel of a cargo boom?

A

Safe working load

99
Q

What is required to launch a boat stowed in a crescent davit?

A

Crank the crescent out.

100
Q

What is the accepted standard for wire rope falls used in connection with the lifeboat gear?

A

Six by nineteen regular-lay filler wire rope

101
Q

What is the advantage of the tandem working arrangement of pedestal cranes when operating cargo?

A

All of the above

102
Q

What is the best guide for determining the proper scope of anchor chain to use for anchoring in normal conditions?

A

One shot of chain for every fifteen feet of water

103
Q

What is the best splice for repairing a parted synthetic fiber mooring line?

A

Short splice

104
Q

What is the breaking strain of steel wire rope with a 5/8” diameter?

A

9.6 tons

105
Q

What is the chief hazard encountered when surging synthetic mooring lines on the gypsyhead during operations?

A

The heat generated may cause the lines to temporarily fuse to the gypsyhead.

106
Q

What is the computed breaking strength of a 4-inch manila line?

A

14,400 lbs.

107
Q

What is the difference between net tonnage and gross tonnage?

A

Net tonnage is the gross tonnage less certain deductible spaces.

108
Q

What is the difference between net tonnage and gross tonnage?

A

Net tonnage is the gross tonnage less certain deductions for machinery and other areas.

109
Q

What is the effect of releasing the towline in a tripping situation?

A

It disconnects the capsizing force and allows the tug to recover from its list.

110
Q

What is the greatest danger of an overriding tow?

A

Collision between the tow and the stern of the towing vessel

111
Q

What is the main purpose of dunnage?

A

To provide ventilation and drainage for cargo

112
Q

What is the main reason to slush a wire rope?

A

Lubricate the inner wires and prevent wear

113
Q

What is the meaning of a flag hoist consisting of the code letters “WM” (Whiskey Mike) when displayed by an icebreaker?

A

“Icebreaker support is now commencing.”

114
Q

What is the meaning of the term tare weight?

A

Weight of a container

115
Q

What is the mechanical advantage of a threefold purchase when rove to disadvantage and neglecting friction?

A

6

116
Q

What is the mechanical advantage of tackle number 1?

A

1

117
Q

What is the mechanical advantage of tackle number 10?

A

5

118
Q

What is the mechanical advantage of tackle number 11?

A

6

119
Q

What is the mechanical advantage of tackle number 2?

A

2

120
Q

What is the mechanical advantage of tackle number 3?

A

3

121
Q

What is the mechanical advantage of tackle number 6?

A

6

122
Q

What is the mechanical advantage of tackle number 7?

A

2

123
Q

What is the mechanical advantage of tackle number 8?

A

3

124
Q

What is the mechanical advantage of tackle number 9?

A

4

125
Q

What is the mechanical advantage, neglecting friction, of tackle number 12?

A

7

126
Q

What is the mechanical advantage, neglecting friction, of tackle number 4?

A

4

127
Q

What is the mechanical advantage, neglecting friction, of tackle number 5?

A

5

128
Q

What is the minimum size required before a vessel can be documented?

A

5 net tons

129
Q

What is the minimum size required before a vessel can be documented?

A

5 net tons

130
Q

What is the minimum standard for making an eye splice in a wire to be used as cargo gear?

A

Make three tucks with full strands, remove half the wires from each strand, and make two more tucks.

131
Q

What is the MOST irritating to the skin?

A

Oleum

132
Q

What is the name of tackle number 1?

A

Whip

133
Q

What is the name of tackle number 11?

A

Double luff tackle

134
Q

What is the name of tackle number 12?

A

Threefold purchase

135
Q

What is the name of tackle number 2?

A

Gun tackle

136
Q

What is the name of tackle number 3?

A

Single luff tackle

137
Q

What is the name of tackle number 4?

A

Two-fold purchase

138
Q

What is the name of tackle number 5?

A

Double luff tackle

139
Q

What is the name of tackle number 6?

A

Threefold purchase

140
Q

What is the name of tackle number 7?

A

Runner

141
Q

What is the name of tackle number 8?

A

Gun tackle

142
Q

What is the name of tackle number 9?

A

Luff tackle

143
Q

What is the name of the mark indicated by the letter A?

A

Deck line

144
Q

What is the name of the mark indicated by the letter B in the diagram?

A

Tropical fresh water load line

145
Q

What is the name of the mark indicated by the letter C?

A

Fresh water line

146
Q

What is the name of the mark indicated by the letter D?

A

Tropical load line

147
Q

What is the name of the mark indicated by the letter E?

A

Summer water line

148
Q

What is the name of the mark indicated by the letter F?

A

Winter load line

149
Q

What is the penalty for desertion?

A

Forfeiture of money and property left on the vessel, and wages due

150
Q

What is the penalty for willfully damaging cargo?

A

Forfeiture of wages equal to the value of the damage and, if ordered by the court, imprisonment for not more than 12 months

151
Q

What is the period of validity of a Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate?

A

60 months

152
Q

What is the period of validity of a Cargo Ship Safety Radio Certificate?

A

60 months

153
Q

What is the period of validity of a De- Rat certificate?

A

6 months

154
Q

What is the period of validity of a Safety Management Certificate?

A

60 months

155
Q

What is the period of validity of the SOLAS required Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate?

A

60 months

156
Q

What is the principal danger in attempting to swing a barge on a hawser in order to slow the barge’s speed?

A

The barge may pass under the hawser and capsize the tug.

157
Q

What is the purpose of cant frames in steel vessels?

A

To provide strength to shell plating at the stern

158
Q

What is the purpose of pressure- vacuum relief valves?

A

Automatic regulation of pressure or vacuum in enclosed spaces

159
Q

What is the purpose of the equalizing beam aboard a crane vessel?

A

It is required to “twin-up” 30-ton pedestal cranes.

160
Q

What is the purpose of the freeing ports on a vessel with solid bulwarks?

A

Allow water which may be shipped on deck to flow off rapidly

161
Q

What is the purpose of the relief valve of a cargo pump?

A

Permits the return of cargo to the suction side of the pump

162
Q

What is the stowage factor of a commodity whose density is 15 pounds per cubic foot?

A

149

163
Q

What is the stress on the hauling part when lifting a 4,200 lbs. weight using a threefold purchase rove to advantage? (Allow 10 percent of the weight per sheave for friction.)

A

960

164
Q

What is the stress on the hauling part when lifting a 4900 lbs. weight using a twofold purchase rove to least advantage? (Allow 10 percent of the weight per sheave for friction.)

A

1715 lbs.

165
Q

What is TRUE of pressure/vacuum valves?

A

All of the above

166
Q

What is used to power modern pedestal cranes?

A

Hydraulics

167
Q

What is used to prevent accidental flooding of a double bottom or peak tanks in the event of a pipe rupture due to collision?

A

Suction lines are fitted with a non- return valve

168
Q

What is used to prevent twisting of a towing bridle?

A

A fishplate

169
Q

What is used to prevent wear on towlines that bear on hard surfaces?

A

Chafing gear

170
Q

What is used when securing heavy vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels?

A

None of these

171
Q

What is used when securing light vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels?

A

Buckle or ratchet tensioner

172
Q

What is used when securing light vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels?

A

None of these

173
Q

What is usually NOT required in preparing a hold for reception of a bulk grain cargo?

A

Steam clean areas obstructed by structural members.

174
Q

What is/are the advantage(s) of cranes over conventional cargo booms?

A

All of the above

175
Q

What is/are the advantage(s) of using web lashing on light vehicles aboard Ro-Ro vessels?

A

All of the above

176
Q

What material may be substituted for zinc when making a poured metal socket ending to a wire rope?

A

Nothing

177
Q

What may NOT be used when securing heavy vehicles aboard Ro- Ro vessels?

A

Webbing

178
Q

What may prevent a tug from tripping or capsizing when towing a large vessel?

A

Norman Pins

179
Q

What minimum size manila line is required to hold a weight of 932 pounds, if you use a safety factor of six?

A

2.5”

180
Q

What must be accurately determined to assess the potential for progressive flooding after a vessel has been damaged?

A

The integrity of the water tight boundaries

181
Q

What part of the ground tackle is the most likely to develop fractures due to extensive anchor use?

A

Jews’ harp

182
Q

What produces the MOST dangerous vapors?

A

Anhydrous ammonia

183
Q

What provides little or no indication that a vessel is dragging anchor?

A

Changing range to an object abeam

184
Q

What provides little or no indication that a vessel is dragging anchor?

A

Drift lead with the line leading perpendicular to the centerline

185
Q

What provides the majority of strength to an aluminum-sided container?

A

Framework, primarily the corner posts

186
Q

What purpose does a bridge fitting serve when lashing containers?

A

Restrains the container against horizontal motion

187
Q

What purpose does a tow hook serve?

A

To quickly connect or release the towing hawser

188
Q

What requires a Report of Marine Accident, Injury or Death?

A

All of the above

189
Q

What safety precautions must you take when maneuvering on a towing hook?

A

Clear the afterdeck and fantail of personnel.

190
Q

What shape barge offers the least resistance in river towing?

A

Barges with raked shaped bows

191
Q

What should be done after putting down the ramp on a Ro-Ro vessel, prior to loading or discharging cargo?

A

Turn on ventilation for cargo holds.

192
Q

What should be done before energizing the cargo hold ventilation on a Ro-Ro vessel, prior to loading or discharging cargo?

A

Notify the engine room.

193
Q

What should be done immediately after putting down the stern ramp on a Ro-Ro vessel, prior to loading or discharging cargo?

A

Raise/open the stern door.

194
Q

What should be given, as a minimum, to personnel who are involved in crane cargo handling?

A

Protective head gear, gloves, and steel-toed safety shoes

195
Q

What should be readily available on deck while seamen are working over the side on a stage?

A

Ring buoy

196
Q

What should look-outs report?

A

All of the above

197
Q

What should NOT be used as an indicator that ice may be D nearby?

A

A dark appearance of the sky

198
Q

What should you be concerned with when loading and securing vehicles aboard a Ro-Ro vessel?

A

The size, weight, and center of gravity of vehicle/cargo unit

199
Q

What should you be concerned with when loading and securing vehicles on a Ro-Ro?

A

Number, position and angle of lashes

200
Q

What should you do to a line to prevent fraying where it passes over the side of the vessel?

A

Cover it with chafing gear.

Maritime - USCG License Prep (20 decks)

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