Revision Points after Mock Orals

Question 1

Grain Code - Stability Requirements?

Answer 1

GMf = 0.30m
AUC Heel-40/DEI = 0.075mrad
Upright on departure
Heel due to shift < 12*

Holds a Document of Authorisation

Question 2

ISPS - what is a DOS and when to upgrade

Answer 2

A formal written agreement between a port and a ship designed to facilitate flow of information between the two regarding their respective responsibilities for security measures.

A ship can request completion of a Declaration of Security when:
Ship Marsec Level higher than Port MARSEC
There has been a security threat or incident involving the ship or port facility, as applicable;
The port does not implement an approved port
facility security plan;
Conducting ship-to-ship activities with another ship not implementing an approved ship security plan;
When loading, discharging dangerous goods

Question 3

SOPEP Drill frequency?

Answer 3

Not defined, usually every 3 months but contained within SMS

Question 4

Before entering galley to attack a fire, first action?

Answer 4

CONFIRM ELECTRICAL ISOLATION

Question 5

Discharge from Mach Spaces - INSIDE SA

Answer 5

ENROUTE
15PPM + Alarm + Autostop
OWS
Not mixed

Question 6

Discharge from Mach Spaces - Outside SA

Answer 6

ENROUTE
15ppm
OWS
Not mixed

Question 7

Discharge from Cargo Space - Outside SA

Answer 7

ENROUTE
50NM AWAY
1/30000th of cargo
30L/NM
ODMCS + Slop Tank

Question 8

How to motivate the crew in observance of policy?

Answer 8

Set clear standards and goals
Foster a positive work culture
Get in the trenches with them
Positive reinforcement
Identify and cultivate individual strengths
Be open to feedback and criticism