Random questions Flashcards
How many parts to a standard rope?
4
What is a major discepancy?
Those that degrade the effectiveness of the boat to perform one or more missions
Who publishes the weekly notice to mariners (NTM)?
National Imagery and Mapping Agency (NIMA)
What is the max score you can get during a STAN visit?
50 Points
STAN TEAM POINTS 90-100= ? 80-89= ? 70-79= ? 60-69=1 BELOW 60= 0
90-100=5 80-89= 4 70-79= 3 60-69= 1 Below 60= 0
If the ready boat has a_____ or ______ casualty w/o a waiver, the unit is not eligible for the _______ __ _________ award.
disabling or restrictive
Sumner I Kimbal
What is tidal range?
The difference in height between mean high water and mean low water
What is the flash rate for the strobe attached to the life ring?
50-70
Wire rope must be replaced if you find _____ broken wires in one lay length or _____ broken wires in one rope lay>
Six or Three
For optimal performance of conventional spray paint air temperature must be ______?
80 degrees
The Third SUB indicates the absence of who?
CO
* indicates that he/she will be gone for more than 72 hours*
U/W, morning colors are conducted when?
At sunrise
How many side boys are needed for a Rear Admiral visit?
6
What instruction manual should you refer to for tag out procedures?
COMDTINST 9077.1C TAG OUT PROCEDURES
STAN VISIT SCORING SYSTEM
33 points or more =
below 33 points =
- ) ready for ops
2. ) not ready for ops
During a STAN Team visit, can a full power trial be conducted after sun set?
No
What is the time limit to take a test during STAN Team
90 minute
STAN TEAM
No less than_____ days prior to visit, the unit will receive formal notification of the assessment.
30 days
At a minimum, the RFO team will consist of _____ people:
- ) Team Leader
- ) __________
- ) Naval engineer/Senior Machinery Tech.
3 people
Senior BM
Self audits of material readiness and standardization are recommended how often?
Quarterly
MISLE
Validation for concluded cases must be completed within _____ hours?
12 Hours
What are the characteristics of the SDU-5E and CG1 Distress signal lights?
APX 50 flashes per min 100,000 candle power 9 hours continuous operation 18 hours intermittently max range 5 miles
The outward turn of the hull as the sides come up from the water line.
Flare
What kind of clouds are present at night that usually mean good weather the next day?
Cirrus
Platforms that have parts on order prior to STAN or RFO shall have their discrepancy properly entered in ______.
ALMIS
what is Bravo (restricted)?
The boat has one or more restricted discrepancies with waivers
Boatswain’s Pipe:
Broken Line
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
undulating note
GAR EVALUATION SCALE
GREEN?
AMBER?
RED?
GREEN=1-23
AMBER=24-44
RED=45-60
SCALE FOR EACH 0-10
WHat nozzle and handle position should the vari nozzle be stored in?
30 degrees or narrow angle fog
Poly line strength can be degraded by how much after 3 months in direct sunlight?
40%
A hot surface is defined as _____ degrees and higher, if piped liquid is lubricating or hydraulic oil.
650 degrees
At what intervals in feet should your drogue line be marked at?
50 FT
What are the 3 levels of maintenance for weapons?
Organizational
Intermediate
Depot
Never anchor in depths over _____ fathoms.
100 Fathoms
The final approach track for anchorage should be _____ yards.
1200 yards
What is the Form # for the boat record?
CG 2580
How many sections are in the boat record?
6 sections
Name the 6 sections of the boat record?
- Boat Record Book
- Boat Inspection Report
- CASREP/CASCOR
- Engineering Changes Pending
- Engineering Changes Completed
- Pending CSMP’s
What does CSMP stand for?
Current Ships Maintenance Projects
what does a triangle represent when labeling a fix?
Electronic Fix
What does a circle represent when labeling a Fix?
Visual Fix
What does a square represent when labeling a fix?
Estimated Position
What does a Semi Circle represent when labeling a fix?
DR or Dead Reckoning
What court martial consist of 1 judge and 5 members?
General
Where does the SSIC show up on a memorandum?
every page
What does SSIC stand for?
Standard Subject Identification Code
What is the height of an Alto Cloud?
7,000 to 18,000 FT
What FREQ are HF comms?
3-30MHz
What FREQ are MF comms?
.3-3 MHz
How often do you inspect anchor chain?
Semi Annually (lower till two shots are on the deck)
What percent is a rated load test?
100%
What percent is a rated dynamic load test while u/w?
125%
What percent is a rated static load test (larger loads)?
150%
Where should the results of load handling equipment be entered?
Hull History Record
What is the most predominant psychological barrier to survival?
Fear
Boatswain’s pipe note
__________________
smooth note
boatswains pipe note
……………………………..
Rattled note
What are examples of a class B fire?
Combustabel Liquids
Gasses
Grease
Who determines the content of the ships abandon ship kit?
CO
What is a standard shot of anchor chain?
15 Fathoms
At the 4th shot of chain what color is the detachable link?
Red
How long must a test load be held for?
10 minutes
How many parts to a wire rope?
3
What is the molecular weight of poly line that allows it to float?
.91
Curve of the deck from centerline to athwart ship?
Camber
What position do you place load handling equipment for a modified load test?
Worst Structural Position
How many FT are in a Meter?
3.280 FT
What is the formula for estimating the WLL of a shackle?
WLL= 3xD(2 squared) in tons
What is the formula to convert diameter to circumference?
C=Dx3.1416
What is a check plate?
apart of the snatch block that can open and close
The nautical almanac is used for computing _____ and _____ and computing ______ to ______.
Sunrise and Sunset
Arc to Time
What are the two categories for BI Level Maintenance?
Organizational (performed by the crew)
Depot (completed when the unit does not have the training, equipment or authority)
Afloat, who maintains the berthing plan for the crew?
XO
Where shall proceeds from the lucky bag sale be deposited?
Exchange or Morale funds
What does having the Conn mean?
To control or direct the movement of the ship
How often should the OOD of a cutter ensure that the navigational lights, from sunset to sunrise or in low visibility, are burning Properly?
Half Hourly
CG REGS M5000.3 6-11-4 B2
How long should at sea watches normally be?
4 Hours
What does the word equitable mean?
something deemed to be equal and fair in relation to two or more parties.
refers to the outcome or desired outcome.
when rendering honors, a single blast indicates what?
“attention”
How is the national ensign flown in a group?
At the center, at the highest point
Who charges the 1st LT to maintain the hull history card?
CG Regulations M5000.3 (b)
What is a Micro Purchase?
3,000 Dollars or Less
How much is a long ton?
2,240 lbs
What Freq is VHF comms?
30-300 mhz
From what halyard is the 1st substitute displayed from?
Starboard main yardarm (outboard)
Which yardarm is the 2nd substitute displayed from?
Port main inboard (inboard)
Which yardarm is the 3rd substitute (CO flag) displayed from?
Port main yardarm (outboard)
What does the word “ independently “ mean in regards to cutter boats (s)?
Means the boat coxswain, not the bridge watch is entirely responsible for the boats safe navigation
What does avast or avast heaving mean?
Stop taking strain on the line
When referring to line handling, what does check your line mean?
Heavy tension/let slip to prevent parting
What does rudder amidships mean?
Place the rudder at Zero degrees
What does ease your rudder mean?
Decrease the rudder angle by one half of the current angle
What degree is full rudder?
30 degrees
what is the sound signal for Altering your course to port International?
Two short
What is the time period called when letting two part paint set after mixing?
Induction Time
What is not to be kept in the Flam locker?
Oxidizers
What is a Girth hitch used for?
Used by the operator when the desired location and position of the bosn chair is reached of the gantline
what is the sound signal, International if you are in agreement for overtaken?
One prolong, one short, One prolong, one short
What is the sound signal Internationally for altering course to starboard?
One Short
What is the Bend Signal international?
One Prolong
How are objects in the sky located?
Relative bearing and Position Angle
The Horizon is _____ degrees and Directly overhead is _____ degrees or _____?
0 degrees
90 degrees or Zenith
What is the max position angle when reporting objects in the sky?
90 degrees
How are position angles reported?
in one or two digits
_____ is always spoken before the numerals when reporting objects in the sky?
Position Angles
