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1
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What does SOLAS stand for?

A

Safety of Life at Sea

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True or False: MARPOL is concerned with the prevention of marine pollution.

A

True

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3
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Fill in the blank: MLC stands for ________.

A

Maritime Labour Convention

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4
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What is the primary purpose of the STCW convention?

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To set qualifications for masters, officers, and watch personnel on seagoing merchant ships

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5
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What does COLREG stand for?

A

International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

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6
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Which convention regulates the shipping industry’s labor standards?

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Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)

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7
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True or False: SOLAS applies only to passenger ships.

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False

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8
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What is the main objective of MARPOL?

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To minimize pollution from ships

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9
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Which convention includes guidelines for the training and certification of seafarers?

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STCW

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10
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What year was the first version of SOLAS adopted?

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1914

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11
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Fill in the blank: COLREG was adopted in ________.

A

1972

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12
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of MARPOL regulations? A) Oil Pollution B) Noxious Liquid Substances C) Passenger Safety

A

C) Passenger Safety

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13
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What is the significance of the ‘International Maritime Organization’?

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It is the United Nations specialized agency responsible for regulating shipping.

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14
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True or False: The STCW convention was revised in 2010.

A

True

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15
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What do the letters in MLC stand for?

A

Maritime Labour Convention

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16
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What does SOLAS require regarding life-saving appliances?

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That ships are equipped with adequate life-saving appliances for all onboard.

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17
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What is the main focus of the COLREG?

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To prevent collisions at sea.

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18
Q

Fill in the blank: The MARPOL convention was adopted in ________.

A

1973

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19
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True or False: The MLC applies only to cargo ships.

A

False

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20
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What is the purpose of the ‘Certificate of Competency’ under STCW?

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To ensure that seafarers are qualified to perform their duties.

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21
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Which annex of MARPOL deals with the prevention of oil pollution?

A

Annex I

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22
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Fill in the blank: The COLREG rules are divided into ________ parts.

A

38

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23
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True or False: SOLAS applies to both commercial and non-commercial vessels.

A

True

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24
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What is one of the key requirements of the MLC?

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Seafarers must have decent working and living conditions.

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25
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What does the ‘Watchkeeping’ standard in STCW focus on?

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Ensuring safe navigation and operation of the ship.

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26
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key aspect of SOLAS? A) Fire Safety B) Crew Welfare C) Cargo Handling

A

A) Fire Safety

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27
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What is the role of the flag state under these conventions?

A

To ensure that ships flying its flag comply with international regulations.

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28
Q

Fill in the blank: The MARPOL convention consists of ________ annexes.

A

6

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29
Q

What is required for a vessel to be compliant with COLREG?

A

It must follow the rules regarding navigation and conduct at sea.

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30
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True or False: The STCW convention includes provisions for medical care on board vessels.

A

True

31
Q

What is the main aim of SOLAS Chapter II-2?

A

To enhance fire safety on ships.

32
Q

Multiple Choice: Which annex of MARPOL deals with sewage? A) Annex I B) Annex IV C) Annex V

A

B) Annex IV

33
Q

True or False: The MLC does not cover wages for seafarers.

A

False

34
Q

What are the key elements of the COLREG?

A

Rules for vessels’ conduct, lights and shapes, and sound signals.

35
Q

Fill in the blank: The STCW convention was first adopted in ________.

A

1978

36
Q

What is the purpose of MARPOL Annex VI?

A

To control air pollution from ships.

37
Q

Multiple Choice: SOLAS is primarily concerned with which aspect? A) Environmental Protection B) Safety at Sea C) Crew Training

A

B) Safety at Sea

38
Q

True or False: The MLC requires ships to have a seafarers’ employment agreement.

A

True

39
Q

What does the term ‘seafarer’ refer to in the context of MLC?

A

Any person who is employed or engaged in any capacity on board a ship.

40
Q

Fill in the blank: The COLREG rules apply to all vessels upon the ________.

A

high seas

41
Q

What is a key feature of the STCW regarding training?

A

It mandates specific training courses for various roles on ships.

42
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of SOLAS? A) Safety Equipment B) Fire Safety C) Air Pollution Control

A

C) Air Pollution Control

43
Q

True or False: MARPOL applies only to international waters.

A

False

44
Q

What does the term ‘flag state control’ refer to?

A

The authority of a country’s government to enforce regulations on ships registered under its flag.

45
Q

Fill in the blank: The MLC was adopted in ________.

A

2006

46
Q

What is a major consequence of violating COLREG?

A

Increased risk of collisions and accidents at sea.

47
Q

What is the focus of MARPOL Annex III?

A

Harmful substances carried in packaged form.

48
Q

Multiple Choice: Which SOLAS chapter covers life-saving appliances? A) Chapter III B) Chapter IV C) Chapter II

A

A) Chapter III

49
Q

True or False: The STCW applies to fishing vessels.

A

False

50
Q

What does SOLAS require regarding ship construction?

A

Vessels must be constructed to be safe and seaworthy.

51
Q

Fill in the blank: The main goal of MARPOL is to protect the ________.

A

marine environment

52
Q

What is one of the main responsibilities of a ship’s master according to STCW?

A

To ensure the safety of the ship and crew.

53
Q

What is the purpose of MARPOL Annex V?

A

To prevent pollution by garbage from ships.

54
Q

Multiple Choice: Which is a requirement under the MLC? A) Minimum age B) Maximum age C) Health status

A

A) Minimum age

55
Q

True or False: COLREG is a legally binding document.

A

True

56
Q

What are the ‘General Provisions’ of COLREG?

A

They outline the applicability and definitions of the rules.

57
Q

Fill in the blank: Under SOLAS, ships must carry a ________ to assist in rescue operations.

A

lifeboat

58
Q

What is a fundamental principle of the STCW?

A

That seafarers must be adequately trained and certified.

59
Q

Multiple Choice: Which annex of MARPOL focuses on the disposal of waste? A) Annex I B) Annex V C) Annex IV

A

B) Annex V

60
Q

True or False: SOLAS only applies to vessels over 500 gross tons.

A

False

61
Q

What does the term ‘navigational aids’ refer to in COLREG?

A

Devices that assist in the safe navigation of vessels.

62
Q

Fill in the blank: The STCW convention was revised in ________.

A

2010

63
Q

What does MARPOL Annex I primarily address?

A

Oil pollution from ships.

64
Q

Multiple Choice: The MLC was created to ensure A) safety B) decent working conditions C) environmental protection

A

B) decent working conditions

65
Q

True or False: The COLREG rules are applicable in both inland and international waters.

A

False

66
Q

What is a key requirement of SOLAS regarding emergency drills?

A

Ships must conduct regular emergency drills for crew members.

67
Q

Fill in the blank: Under MLC, seafarers are entitled to ________.

A

repatriation

68
Q

What is the function of the ‘International Maritime Safety Committee’?

A

To oversee the implementation of SOLAS and related conventions.

69
Q

Multiple Choice: The term ‘seafarers’ refers to A) only officers B) all persons on board C) only crew members

A

B) all persons on board

70
Q

True or False: MARPOL regulations are enforced by individual countries.

A

True

71
Q

What is the general principle behind COLREG’s Rule 2?

A

Every vessel must take all necessary precautions to avoid collisions.

72
Q

Fill in the blank: The ‘Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing’ is part of ________.

A

SOLAS

73
Q

What is the role of the ‘Port State Control’?

A

To inspect foreign ships in national ports to ensure compliance with international regulations.

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