Watchstanding Flashcards
What are the two major stages of a voyage?
- PREPARATION
- EXECUTION
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What are the components of the PREPARATION stage?
- APPRAISAL
- PLANNING
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What are the components of the EXECUTION stage?
- ORGANISATION
- MONITORING
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Fill in the blank: The _______ stage includes APPRAISAL and PLANNING.
[PREPARATION]
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Fill in the blank: The _______ stage includes ORGANISATION and MONITORING.
[EXECUTION]
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True or false the duties and obligations of a pilot his presence on board relieves the officer in charge of the watch from his duties and obligations for the safety of the ship.
False
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The _________ needs to be able to verify that corrections are up-to-date, and all relevant navigational warnings have been noted.
A. The third mate.
B. The OOW.
C. The chief mate
D. The Bridge team
D. The Bridge team.
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Passage planning may be considered in what two stages?
- Ocean and open Waters.
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What nogo areas should be marked on the chart?
A. Not less than the draft +20%
B. Not less than the draft +10%.
C. Not less than the draft.
D. None of the above.
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When should nogo areas be amended?
Nogo areas should be amended based upon the time of passage, keeping in account the title height at the time.
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What is a safety margin?
A. Another word for no go area.
B. A mark that is indicating the worst probable circumstance that the part of the ship being navigated will not pass.
C. Five nautical miles off a nogo area.
D. None of the above.
B. A mark that is indicating the worst probable circumstance that the part of the ship being navigator will not pass.
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What are the 4 factors to be taken into account when deciding the size of the margin of safety?
- Dimensions of the ship.
- The accuracy of the navigational systems to be used.
- Tidal Streams.
- The maneuvering characteristics of the ship.
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As a general rule, the margin of safety will ensure that the ship remains in waters of a depth greater than _____________.
A. The draft +20%.
B. The draft +10%.
C. The draft.
D. None of the above
A. The draft +20%.
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What are areas that the ship may safely deviates and are bound by the margins of safety?
A. Good water
B. Safe water
C. Contingency plans.
D. No go areas
B. Safe water.
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True or false there is nothing to be gained by closely approaching a danger other than to reduce passage distance and consequently steaming time.
True
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Where the coast is steep two and offshore soundings increase quickly the minimum passing distance should be____________.
A. One 1/ half to 2 miles.
B. Half a mile.
C. 2 to 4 miles.
D. None of the above
A. One 1/ half to 2 miles.
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True or false on large scale charts course alterations will usually coincide with the planned track intersections.
This is not always the case usually on small scale large area charts. This will be the case.
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True or false when the pilot has the con the wheel over position does not need to be shown on the chart because the pilot will decide the wheel over spot.
False the wheel over position should be shown on the chart so that the 00W will be aware of it imminence and importance. It is part of the ships officers monitoring the pilot.
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True or false it is not necessary to use PI’s in good visibility.
False it is good practice to use PI‘s in good visibility prior to entering restricted visibility to ensure that the radars are in good working order.
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What display is most effective for radars when using parallel indexing?
North up relative motion mode ship centered
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What is the point where the ship is committed to passage Which it will not be possible to do anything other than proceed?
The point of no return
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When do contingency plans need to be made and clearly shown on the chart?
During the planning stage
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Contingency plans include, which of the following:
A. Alternate routes.
B. Safe anchorages.
C. Waiting areas.
D. Emergency berths.
E. All the above.
E. All the above.
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True or false the passage plan should include a primary and secondary fixing method.
True
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Which aid to navigation it should not be used for fixing?
Floating aids, they may not be in their charted position
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What are transit used for?
A. Give the OOW a quick indication of his position.
B. Indicates pilot boarding areas.
C. Indicates heavy traffic areas
D. None of the above.
A. Gives the ODW a quick indication of this position.
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True or false transits may be used to determine Gyro and magnetic compass errors.
True this is by comparing charted and observed bearings
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What are clearing marks or clearing bearings used for?
They are used to ensure that the ship is remaining within a safe area or is not approaching a danger
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The maximum range at which he navigational light can be seen. Depends on what three separate factors?
- The combined height of eye of the observer and the elevation of the light.
- The intensity of the light.
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True or false the greater the height of the light, the greater the distance it will be
Trip
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The height of the light along with the height of eye of the observer, combines a form what?
A. Nominal range.
B. Visible range.
C. Geographic range.
D. Horizontal range.
C. geographic range this may be obtained in the list of lights
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The maximum distance at which the light can be seen and is dependent upon the intensity of the light and the atmosphere visibly prevailing is called what?
A. Nominal range.
B. Geographic range.
C. Luminous range.
D. Extreme range
C. Luminous range.
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The range shown on the chart beside the light star is usually what?
A. Nominal range.
B. Geographic range.
C. Luminous range.
D. Extreme range.
Nominal range
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True or false Before commencing a voyage or passage, it will be necessary to brief all concerned.
True
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The first requirement of monitoring the ships progress is what?
A. Obtaining Gyro error
B. Establishing the accuracy of floating aids to navigation.
C. Establishing the position of the ship
D. None of the above.
C. Establishing the position of the ship.
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Fixing the position of the ship needs to be ________.
A. Accurate.
B. Sufficiently frequent.
C. Regular.
D. All of the above.
D. All of the above
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True or false in areas of heavy traffic and proximity of dangers the person having the con must decide between plan, tracked maintenance and other ship avoidance.
False. The person having the con must hold a delicate balance between plan, track, maintenance, and other ship avoidance
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What will help prevent a bad situation from compounding and becoming worse?
A. Situational awareness.
B. Careful assessment of changing circumstances
C. Keeping true to the principles of Bridge team management.
D. All of the above
D. All of the above.
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True or false electronic age should not be overlooked or ignored under any circumstances
True
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What is the leading line?
The transit of two readily identified land based marks on the extension of the required ground track, and usually shown on the chart are used to ensure that the ship is safely on the required track.
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How do you avoid a one-man error??
A. Double check readings, and chart positions.
B. Have them checked by the handover of the watch.
C. None of the above.
D. A and B only
D. A and B only.
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The responsibility of the ODW is ensure that the semen assigned watch keeping duties as which of the following (Mark, all that apply)
A. Has has been properly instructed in lookout duties as to what is expected.
B. Knows how to report observations.
C. is adequately and protected from the weather
D. There relieved as frequently as necessary.
E. Is position where he can best act as a lookout.
All of the above apply
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True or false, calling the master to the bridge transfers, the con from the watch officer to the master
False
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True or false in compulsory pilotage areas the pilot will expect to be responsible for the navigational conduct of the vessel
True
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When the pilot enters the bridge, it is good practice for the master to make time for a brief discussion with the pilot. This master pilot exchange should include what from the pilots side?
- Pilots planned route
- His anticipated speed and ETA both en route and at the destination.
- What assistance expects from the shore such as tugs and VTS information.
- What contingencies he may have in mind
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What information should the Captain advise the pilot during a master pilot exchange? (2 things)
- Handling characteristics of a ship.
- Relevant information such as anchor condition, engine type, and control and personnel availability.
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True or false, despite the presence of the pilot, the master still responsible for the safety of the ship
True
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In December 1998, the IMO adopted amendments to the performance standards for ECDIS to include the use of Raster chart display systems. These amendments permitted hectic equipment to operate in what two modes?
- ECDIS mode
- RCDS mode
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What two formats are electronic charts available in?
Raster and vector
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A combination of systems which are interconnected to allow centralized access to sensor information or command control from workstations is called what?
A. IBS
B. ECDiS
C. LAN
D. None of the above.
A. IBS integrated Bridge system
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What is an Internet, which connects the ships IBS computers together, and allows them to share all data instantaneously?
LAN local area network
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True or false the IBS is only as good as the sensors which feed it navigational information.
True
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What is a single axis speed log?
Speed through the water
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What is a dual axis speed log?
Speed through the water and speed over the ground
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This is a facsimile of an existing paper chart, all the information and symbology on the chart paper chart is reproduced identically on the electric chart?
Raster Chart
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Our raster charts considered to be ECDIS compliant?
No
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Roster charts do support:
A. Features like layering
B. Querying
C. Safety checking.
D. Automatic updating of chart content.
D. Automatic updating of chart content.
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This is a large database of geographical information this excess, the state of these to create a custom electronic chart based on operational parameters.
Vector chart
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This is an IMO approved vector chart produced in the S – 57 format.
ENC
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When the vessels safety configuration is correctly set in the system, this will be clearly indicated as depth shower than the safety depth will be indicated in a contrasting color.
Safe water
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The mirror must realize that the accuracy of any actress system will vary with:
A. Sensor accuracy
B. Chart Accuracy
C. User settings and other system variables
D. All the above.
D. All of the above.
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What is a proper ECDIS back up arrangement? (2 options)
- An independent ECDIS system.
- Up-to-date paper charts
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True or false Pilots will have experience of a wide variety of ECS, but may not be familiar with their operation.
True
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It is prudent for a mariner, to be specially vigilant in high density traffic in areas with traffic separations schemes why?
A. Not all mariners may know the rules of the road.
B. There is an increased likelihood that several vessels will be using the same waypoint in these areas.
C. Not all vessels are compliant
D. All the above.
B. There is an increased likelihood that several vessels may be using the same waypoint.
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True or false one of the benefits of ECS is that the system will automatically check for danger so long a ships current course or voyage plan provided that the appropriate perimeters have been set in the first place.
True
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Navigation information system, which with adequate backup arrangements can be accepted as complying with the up-to-date chart by displaying selected information from a system, electronic navigational chart (SENC) who is adopted at what SOLAS convention?
A. 1964.
B. 1974.
C. 1984.
D. 1994.
B. 1974.
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What type of chart is the database standardized as to content structure and format issued for use with Aus on the authority of government authorized hydrographic offices.
A. S57 vector.
B. S64 raster.
C. S101 vector
D. None of the above.
A. S57 Vector
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What is the level of SENC information that shall be shown when a chart is first displayed on ECDIS?
A. Standard display
B. Opening Display
C. Base display
D. S-57 Chart Display
A. Standard Display
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What is the level of SENC information which cannot be removed from the ECDIS display consisting of information that is required at all times and all geographic areas and all circumstances?
A. Standard display.
B. Base display.
C. Required display
D. S57 Vector Chart
B. Base display.
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This type of chart has electronic chart data, which is comprised of a series of lines in which different layer of information may be stored or displayed?
Vector Charts
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This type of chart is a scanned image of a paper chart?
Raster type charts
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True or false the first task of the master as team manager is to ensure that his watch, keeping officers are fully aware of their responsibilities to their own ship to other aspects of the industry and least to the safety of the environment
True
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The Master can delegate ____________ but he can not delegate _____________.
- Authority
- Responsibility
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True or false despite the requirement that members of the watch should be appropriately qualified and fit this may not be a situation over which the OOW has any control.
True
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True or false a sufficient number of qualified individuals should be on Watch to ensure all duties can be performed effectively.
True
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This is a principal item of the methods used to keep the ship safe and must not be interrupted by conversation that has no relevance to the task at hand.
A. Charting a position
B. Determining an eta
C. Communication
D. None of the above.
C. Communication
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What is included in correct watchkeeping?
A routine for regularly checking navigational equipment
This ensures that the equipment is operating correctly.
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What types of orders are involved in watchkeeping routines?
Standing and night orders
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These orders guide the watchkeeper in their duties.
What should a proficient watchkeeper be aware of?
Necessary checks for navigational equipment
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These checks are carried out for personal satisfaction.
What should be done when malfunctions are detected?
Correct them by repairing, adjusting, or mathematically allowing for discrepancies
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This ensures navigational accuracy.
What specific area needs to be avoided if an echo sounder is unreliable?
Areas of low UKC (Under Keel Clearance)
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Accurate fixing must be possible to navigate safely.
Fill in the blank: A proficient watchkeeper will carry out necessary checks for his _______.
personal satisfaction
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What does the passage planning serve as a reminder of?
Circumstances can change without warning
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What must the bridge team be prepared to do?
Take necessary action as circumstances change
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True or False: Effective voyage planning guarantees that circumstances will not change.
False
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Fill in the blank: Voyage planning must be accompanied by _______.
[preparedness for unexpected changes]
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If a decision is made during the voyage to change to the next port of call or if it is necessary for the ship to deviate substantially from the planned route for other reasons, then an amended route shall be planned when?
Prior to deviating substantially from the route of the
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What operational limitations may affect a vessel’s entry into ports?
Operational limitations could prohibit its entry into certain ports or areas
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These limitations can arise from various factors such as size, weight, or specific regulations.
What does ‘draught’ refer to in the context of a vessel?
The draught of the vessel, both at sea and in restricted areas or ports
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Draught is the vertical distance between the waterline and the bottom of the hull (keel), indicating how deep the vessel sits in the water.
Fill in the blank: The assessment of a vessel includes its physical state, stability, and the state of its _______.
equipment
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True or False: The draught of a vessel is only relevant when it is at sea.
False
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The draught is also relevant in restricted areas or ports.
Details of the pilot areas and embarkation and disembarkation will be available from large skill charts and pilot books where should they also be included?
A. Master pilot exchange form.
B. Master standing orders.
C. Station bill
D. None of the above.
A. Master pilot exchange form.
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When plotting an intended route what scale chart should be used?
In general, the largest scale charts available.
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What is safe speed in navigation?
Having regard to the proximity of navigational hazards along the intended route or track, the maneuvering characteristics of the vessel and its draught in relation to the available water depth.
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Safe speed ensures vessels can take proper action to avoid collisions and navigate hazards safely.
What factors should be considered for necessary speed alterations en route?
Alterations may be needed due to:
* Night passage
* Tidal restrictions
* Increase of draught due to squat and heel when turning
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These factors can significantly impact a vessel’s ability to navigate safely.
What is the minimum clearance required under the keel?
Minimum clearance required in critical areas with restricted water depth.
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Adequate clearance is vital to prevent grounding and ensure safe passage.
When is a change in machinery status required?
Positions where a change in machinery status is required.
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This may be necessary based on navigational conditions or operational needs.
True or false Using the method of parallel indexing is a substitute for regular fixing.
False
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True or false the method and frequency of position should be left up to the individual watch keeper
False
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What should be considered when executing a plan for navigation?
Factors such as the reliability and condition of the vessel’s navigational equipment and estimated time of arrival at critical points for tide height and flow
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These factors are crucial for safe and effective navigation.
Fill in the blank: Factors which should be taken into account when executing the plan include the reliability and condition of the vessel’s _______.
[navigational equipment]
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True or False: Estimated time of arrival at critical points is not important for navigation.
False
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What is a critical factor in navigation related to environmental conditions?
Tide height and flow
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These conditions can significantly affect a vessel’s navigation and safety.
The _____________ shall in consultation with the master, determined in advance, the needs of the intended voyage.
A. chief mate
B. navigation officer.
C. chief engineer.
D. OOW
C. The chief engineer.
This is taking into account, the requirements of fuel, water, lubricants, chemicals, expendable, and other spare parts to supplies in any other requirements .
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Under what condition can an officer in charge of the navigational watch be the sole lookout in daylight?
The situation has been carefully assessed and it has been established without doubt that it is safe to do so.
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This means that all relevant factors must be considered to ensure safety.
What factors must be taken into account when assessing the safety of a sole lookout?
Relevant factors include:
* State of the weather
* Visibility
* Traffic density
* Proximity of dangers to navigation
* Attention necessary when navigating in or near traffic separation schemes
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These factors are critical for ensuring the safety of navigation.
True or False: An officer may be the sole lookout without considering the state of the weather.
False
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The state of the weather is one of the key factors to consider.
Fill in the blank: Assistance must be immediately available to be summoned to the bridge when any _______ in the situation so requires.
change
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This ensures that the bridge team can respond promptly to any new developments.
What must relieving officers personally satisfy themselves regarding?
The navigation of the ship
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This includes understanding standing orders and special instructions from the master.
What specific aspects of the ship’s status must be checked by relieving officers?
Position, course, speed, and draught of the ship
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These elements are critical for safe navigation.
What environmental factors must be considered by relieving officers?
Prevailing and predicted tides, currents, weather, visibility
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These factors affect course and speed.
What procedures related to main engines should relieving officers be familiar with?
Procedures for the use of main engines to manoeuvre when on bridge control
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This is essential for effective navigation.
What components of the navigational situation must be monitored?
Operational condition of navigational and safety equipment
* Errors of gyro- and magnetic compasses
* Presence and movement of ships in sight or vicinity
* Conditions and hazards likely to be encountered
* Effects of heel, trim, water density, and squat on under-keel clearance
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All these components are vital for ensuring safe navigation.
True or False: The relief of the officer in charge of the navigational watch can occur during a manoeuvre to avoid a hazard.
False
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The relief of that officer shall be deferred until the action has been completed.
What is the primary responsibility of the officer in charge of the navigational watch?
To ensure the safe navigation of the ship
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What must the officer in charge of the navigational watch do before leaving the bridge?
Be properly relieved
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True or False: The officer in charge of the navigational watch can leave the bridge if the master is present.
False
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What should the officer do if they are in doubt regarding safety actions during the watch?
Notify the master
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What elements must the officer check at sufficiently frequent intervals during the watch?
Course steered, position, and speed
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Fill in the blank: The officer in charge of the navigational watch must have full knowledge of the location and operation of all _______.
[safety and navigational equipment]
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What must the officer take into account regarding safety and navigational equipment?
Operating limitations
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What is the significance of mutual understanding between the officer and the master regarding responsibility?
Clarifies who is responsible for safe navigation
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What should the officer in charge of the navigational watch do if restricted visibility is encountered?
Notify the master immediately
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This is crucial for ensuring the safety of the vessel and its crew.
In what situation should the officer notify the master if traffic conditions are concerning?
If the traffic conditions or the movements of other ships are causing concern
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This helps in making informed navigational decisions.
What action should be taken if there is difficulty in maintaining course?
Notify the master immediately
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This ensures timely intervention to prevent accidents.
What should the officer report if there is a failure to sight land or navigation marks by the expected time?
Notify the master
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This is essential for assessing the vessel’s position.
What should be done if land or a navigation mark is unexpectedly sighted?
Notify the master immediately
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This could indicate a significant change in navigational status.
What should the officer do if there is a breakdown of essential navigational equipment?
Notify the master immediately
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This includes engines, propulsion machinery, remote control, and steering gear.
What action is required if the radio equipment malfunctions?
Notify the master immediately
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Communication is vital for safety at sea.
In heavy weather, when should the officer notify the master?
If in any doubt about the possibility of weather damage
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This ensures proactive measures are taken.
What should be done if the ship encounters a hazard to navigation, such as ice or a derelict?
Notify the master immediately
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Identifying hazards is critical for navigation safety.
What should the officer do in any other emergency or if in doubt?
Notify the master immediately
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Prompt action can mitigate risks in unforeseen situations.
What is the primary obligation of the master or officer in charge of the navigational watch when a pilot is on board?
To ensure the safety of the ship.
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What information should the master and pilot exchange?
Navigation procedures, local conditions, and the ship’s characteristics.
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True or False: The presence of a pilot relieves the master of their duties regarding the safety of the ship.
False.
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What should the officer in charge of the navigational watch do if they have doubts about the pilot’s actions?
Seek clarification from the pilot.
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If doubt still exists after consulting with the pilot, what should the officer in charge do?
Notify the master immediately and take necessary action.
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What is essential for the officer in charge of the navigational watch when a pilot is present?
To cooperate closely with the pilot and maintain an accurate check on the ship’s position and movement.
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The master and the pilot shall exchange information regarding:
A. Navigation procedures.
B. Local conditions.
C. Ships characteristics.
D. All of the above.
D. All of the above.
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What determines the amount of detail shown on a chart?
The scale of the chart
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On a large scale chart, what details are fully shown?
All lights and fog signals
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What is the order of reduction of information on smaller scale charts?
- Elevation
- Period
- Range
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What types of lights are typically included on an ocean chart?
Lights with a range of 15 miles or more
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What additional details are shown for lights on an ocean chart?
Light-star and magenta flare
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True or False: Radio beacons are included on large scale charts.
False
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Under what condition are radio beacons omitted from ocean charts?
Unless they are long range beacons
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What should be used to determine wheel over points?
Suitable visual and radar cues.
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What is a good indication for small alterations of course when determining wheel over points?
A. Parallel Indexes parallel to the new track
B. Visual bearings parallel to the new track
C. Near beam bearings
D. Radar bearings forward of midship
C. Near beam bearings
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What are the best cues for large course alterations when setting up wheel over points?
Parallel Indexes or visual bearings parallel to the new track
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What is the best radar target to fix a parallel index line to when monitoring a fixed track?
A. A navigational buoy
B. A lighthouse or headland
C. A vessel at anchor
D. A slow moving fishing vessel
B. A lighthouse or headland
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True or False: Large magnetic disturbances are more frequently detected in shallow waters near landmasses then on the deep sea
True
How is magnetic variation shown on charts?
A. By isogonic lines
B. On compass roses
C. All of the above
D. None of the above
C. All of the above
Which IALA Maritime Buoyage region are all navigable waters of the U.S except West of the International Date Line and South of 10 degrees?
A. IALA A
B. IALA B
C. IALA C
D. A and B only
B. IALA B
In 2020 the US coast guard chief of the office of navigation systems announced that all geographic coordinates for aids to navigation assigned positions will be reporting using:
A. WGS 83
B. WGS 84
C. WGS 94
D. WGS 04
B. WGS 84
This is the range of visibility of lights as given in the US Coast Guard light list and as shown on the charts?
A. Nominal Range
B. Luminous Range
C. Geographic Range
D. Visible Range
A. Nominal Range.
This is the maximum distance at which a light may be seen under the existing visible conditions?
A. Nominal Range
B. Luminous Range
C. Geographic Range
D. Visible range
B. Luminous Range
This is a function of only the curvature of the earth and is determined solely from the heights above sea level of the light and the observers high
A. Nominal Range
B. Luminous Range
C. Geographic Range
D. Visible range
C. Geographic Range
True or False: Buoys that mark wrecks are placed directly over the site of the wreck.
False they are placed to the Seaward or Channel side of the wreck.
NAVTEX Transmissions are made on what frequency?
A. 157.1 MHz
B. 406 MHz
C. 518 MHz
D. None of the above
C. 518 MHz
How many miles offshore can NAVTEX transmit?
A. 100
B. 200
C. 300
D. 500
B. 200 miles
The wheelhouse is constantly manned by persons who: (two things)
- Fix the position of the vessel
- Direct and control the movement of the vessel.
True or False: Navigation buoys can be used to fix the vessel’s position.
False. Navigation aids such as buoys should not be used to fix the vessels position. If no other aids are available buoys may be used to establish an estimated position.
If a pilot is employed by the vessel he/she should be informed of:
A. Draft
B. Maneuvering characteristics and peculiarities of the vessel.
C. Any abnormal circumstances on the vessel that may affect its safe navigation
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
At least how many steering gear power units should be available at any given time?
2
Steering gear tests should show that rudders can move from 35 degrees one side to 30 degrees on the other side in not more than _____ seconds.
A. 20
B. 28
C. 35
D. 42
B. 28 seconds
What equipment is necessary on the bridge for navigation?
Equipment for plotting relative motion.
This equipment helps in understanding the vessel’s movement in relation to other objects.
What indicator must be readable from the centerline conning position?
An indicator showing the rate of revolution of each propeller, except when operating on the Great Lakes and their connecting and tributary waters.
This information is crucial for managing the vessel’s speed and maneuverability.
Each vessel required to be fitted with an ARPA must also be fitted with this:
A. A device to measure Relative Wind Speed
B. A device to measure depth
C. A device to measure speed through the water or over the ground
D. All of the above
C. A device to measure speed through the water or over the ground.
The device to measure speed through the water or over the ground is required to:
A. Have a display that is easily readable on the bridge during day or night
B. Errors in the indication speed when the vessel is operating free from shallow water effect and from the effects of wind, current and tide should not exceed 5 percent of the speed of the vessel or .5 knots which ever is greater.
C. Errors in the indicated distance run when the vessel is operating free from shallow water effect, and from the effects of wind, current and tide should not exceed 5 percent of the distance run of the vessel in one hour or .5 nautical mile in each hour whichever is greater.
D. All of the above
D. All of the above.
Which of the below vessels are required to have an AIS Class A device type approved by the USCG:
A. Self-propelled vessel of 65 feet or more in length engaged in commercial service.
B. Towing vessel of 26 feet or more in length and more than 600 hp engaged in commercial service.
C. A self-propelled vessel that is certificates to carry more than 150 passengers
D. All of the above
D. All of the above. Also a self-propelled vessel engaged in the movement of Certain dangerous cargo, flammable or combustible liquid cargo, and a self propelled vessel engaged in dredging in or near a commercial channel or shipping fairway in a planner likely to restrict or affect navigation of other vessels.
True or False: Use of AIS relieves the vessel of requirements to sound whistle signals or display lights or shapes in accordance with the COLREG.
False it does not do so.
What language are AIS safety related text messaging be conducted in.
English
What requirements are there for the AIS Pilot Plug?
It must be readily available and easily accessible from the primary conning position of the vessel.
- It is not particularly important that pilots possess traditional seagoing skills because their main task is advising shipmasters of courses and speeds from point to point. (Page 293) A. True B. False
B. False
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The traditional overlapping of responsibility between the master and pilot prevents many accidents. (Page 298-299)
A. True B. False
A. True
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- Irreconcilable differences between master and pilot occur often in the course of moving ships in pilot waters. (Page 298-299) A. True B. False
B. False
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- Penalties and liabilities for accidents that could occur should be foremost on the mariner’s mind when deciding on a course of action. (Page 305) A. True B. False
B. False
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- Bridge Resource Management is designed to reduce errors and omissions through a system of checks, delegation of duties, and joint decision making by a group of vessel personnel referred to as the bridge team.
(Page 299-301)
A. True B. False
A. True
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- The bridge team shares the workload, obtains and communicates relevant information early, and monitors the vessel’s progress by crosschecking the decisions and actions of all members of the team within the context of the master/pilot relationship. (Page 300-1) A. True B. False
A. True
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- BRM has changed traditional pilot responsibility for overall vessel control and protection of the public interest and the local environment by integrating the pilot into the joint decision making bridge team.
(Pages 301-2)
a. true
b. false
A. True
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Formal plans are only needed if the master and mates have not recently made a passage in a particular area. (Page 306)
a. true b.false
b. False
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Passages can be overplanned. An inflexible passage plan, without alternatives based on professional planning and judgment, is as dangerous as no plan at all. (Pages 307) A. True B. False
A. True
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Passage plans and routes should never be put on charts in ink because that would make the chart less useful for future voyages. (Page 309) A. True B. False
B. False
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Competent masters do not prepare and carry pocket course cards because they memorize charts and passage plans from sea to the dock.
(Pages 309-10) A. True B. False
B. False
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All bridges should be standardized with identical layouts and equipment.
(Page 312)
A. True B. False
B. False
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There should be a clear view forward from large, unobstructed centerline windows. (Page 313-14) A. True B. False
A. True
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- The quartermaster’s station should be as close to the forward wheelhouse
windows as possible. (Pages 314 A. True B. False )
B. False
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- Instruments should be clustered by use and placed where the user (mate, master, pilot, or quartermaster) can use them without being diverted from other work. (Page 312-13) A. True B. False
A. True
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- A conning station should be organized with equipment mounted on a bulkhead, console, or to keep windows clear. (Pages 314-16) A. True B. False
B. False
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- Instruments and equipment should be kept off bridge wings. (Page
316-17)
A. True B. False
B. False
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- Which of the following statements are true regarding the effect of bridge location on shiphandling? (Pages 329-30)
I. points of reference appear closer as bridge height is increased.
II. your ship appears to be moving more slowly as height of eye increases.
III. turning rate is more difficult to detect when looking ahead from a bridge located close to the bow.
IV. visibility is improved when the bridge is higher and closer to the bow.
a. I and II only
b. I and IV only
C. all of the above
d. none of the above
C. All of the above
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- Any laptop system using DGPS and off-the-shelf software and charts can be used to navigate in ice, fog, rain, and other conditions that would have closed ports in the past. (Pg. 321 - 329)
A. True B. False
A. True
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- DGPS laptop pilot navigation systems have the same line of sight limitations as radar, so traffic cannot be seen beyond obstructions or beyond the radar horizon. (Page 325) A. True B. False
B. False
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- DGPS pilot systems are limited by (Page 321)
I. line of sight target detection
II. chart accuracy
III. communication with other vessels
IV. ability to present accurate information on “other ship” course, speed, and location
A. I above
B. II above
C. All of the above
D. None of the above
B. II above
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- Modern laptop-based DGPS navigation systems are extremely accurate and reliable, allowing pilots to navigate safely in any condition, regardless of the accuracy or reliability of the ship’s navigation equipment. (Pages 320)
A. True B. False
B. False
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- There are several distinct advantages to having active traffic management using two-way DGPS-based systems versus information from a shore-based passive traffic management system. These advantages include
(Pages 328-29)
a. information is real time.
b. information is unfiltered and uninterrupted.
c. information is not line of sight.
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
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There are significant differences between shiphandling in daylight and at night. Which of the following are true? (Pages 331-32)
I. loss of depth perception at night makes it more difficult to estimate distance.
Il. speed cannot be determined at night by looking ahead.
IlI. speed cannot be determined at night by looking abeam or abaft the beam.
IV. lights and aids appear farther away on clear nights.
A. I and II only
B. III and IV only
C. All of the above
D. None of the above
A. I and II only
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- Which of the following is/are true regarding record keeping? (Pages
333-34)
I. logs and records are important aspects of proper vessel operation
II. logs and record keeping often conflict with shiphandling, and redundant paperwork must be eliminated.
a. I only
b. Il only
C. both I and II
d. neither I nor II
C. Both I and II
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True or False: IMO regulations require a card to be posted in the wheelhouse showing some of the ship’s particulars and maneuvering characteristics.
True
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What information should the pilot provide to the master regarding the vessel’s passage?
Relevant information about the vessel’s passage
This includes various details necessary for safe navigation.
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What is the purpose of reviewing the ‘pilot card’?
To discuss the ship’s particulars and any peculiar handling characteristics
This ensures that the pilot and master are aware of the vessel’s specific needs.
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What should be fixed and reviewed from the current position?
The general route to the berth or anchorage
This is crucial for planning the passage safely.
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What considerations should be discussed regarding draft and trim?
Draft, trim, GM, and speed limitations due to squat and underkeel clearance
These factors are essential for safe navigation in shallow waters.
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What types of hazards should be discussed during the passage planning?
Working dredges, reduced visibility, or recent shoaling
Identifying hazards helps in avoiding accidents.
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What traffic-related information should be reviewed?
Traffic that will be encountered en route
This is important for collision avoidance.
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What limitations and notices should be discussed regarding engine use?
Limitations, special notice, manning, and other matters affecting engine use
This ensures efficient and safe engine operation.
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What local regulations should be communicated?
Local regulations affecting the passage and required radio communications
Compliance with local regulations is critical for safe navigation.
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What estimated times should be provided for the crew?
Estimated call-out time, need for an anchor watch, and special engine maneuvers
This helps in effective crew management and safety.
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What should be discussed regarding the docking process?
The berth, arrangement of lines, and anticipated special problems while docking
Proper planning for docking can prevent accidents.
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What weather and current conditions should be anticipated?
Weather conditions and currents
These factors can significantly affect navigation and safety.
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What timing aspect should be established regarding pilot changes?
Timing of pilot changes en route
This is important for maintaining safe navigation.
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Where should locations for tugs be established?
Locations where tugs are expected, including special tug escorts
Tugs can provide necessary assistance during navigation.
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What special operating requirements should be reviewed?
Speeds, areas where ships cannot meet, ladder placement for docking pilots, anchor readiness, and lookouts
These requirements ensure safe and efficient operations.
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What bridge equipment operation should be discussed?
Bridge equipment operation and pilot requirements for deck officers to monitor radar and fix the ship’s position
This is essential for maintaining situational awareness.
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What special equipment tests should be completed?
Any special equipment tests and communication of special information peculiar to a particular port
Ensures that all equipment functions correctly for safe navigation.
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When should the conn be turned over to the pilot?
A. When the pilot arrives at the bridge.
B. After the pilot master exchange
C. When you are sure the pilot is fully briefed
D. None of the above
C. When you are sure the pilot is fully briefed.
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When should the turn of a ship be started when in a channel?
A. When the ship’s pivot point is nearly at the turning point at the end of the reach or range.
B. When the ship’s bow is nearly at the turning point at the end of the reach or range.
C. When the ship’s bridge is nearly at the turning point at the end of the reach or range.
D. None of the above
A. When the ship’s pivot point is nearly at the turning point at the end of the reach or range.
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If the relative bearing of a buoy changes toward the bow so the buoy is moving forward of the reference point the ship turning rate will _________.
A. Bring it closer to the buoy
B. Bring it farther away from the buoy
C. None of the above
A. Bring it closer to the bouy
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If the relative bearing of a buoy changes toward the bow so the buoy is moving forward of the reference point. The rate at which the buoy is moving ahead of the reference point is increasing then the ship’s ROT is ________.
Increasing
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If the relative bearing of a buoy changes away from the bow so the buoy is moving aft of the reference point. The rate at which the buoy is moving ahead of the reference point is decreasing then the ship’s ROT is ________.
Decreasing
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If the relative bearing of a buoy does not change toward the bow so the buoy is fixed on the reference point. The rate at which the buoy is moving ahead of the reference point is not changing how far from the buoy will the ship end up?
It will maintain the present distance all the way around the buoy.
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Why is using a buoy as a reference point in current of interest to the ship handler?
Because it is the resultant net movement from the combination of the vessel momentum, swing and current effects. And the resultant motion is immediately apparent when the ship is turned using fixed references.
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What is an essential piece of bridge equipment when dealing with an unstable ship making a turn?
ROT indicator
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What is a good rule of thumb for a maximum rate of turn for an ordinary turn?
A. 25 degrees per minute
B. 36 degrees per minute
C. 42 degrees per minute
D. 50 degrees per minute
B. 36 degrees per minute
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The pilot comes aboard to take charge of the navigation of the vessel and brings with him at least these 6 pieces of expert knowledge?
- Local tides and currents
- Bottom and channel depths and configurations.
- Courses, distances, aids to navigation, and significant geographic features en route.
- Local customs and practices for ship movements.
- Local weather patterns.
- The shiphandling skills necessary to move vessels in the waters employed.
TBCCWS
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True or False: a voluntary pilot is in a significantly different position then a compulsory one.
True
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True or False a compulsory pilot is aboard in a purely advisory capacity.
False, compulsory pilots are aboard by law and are in charge of the navigation of the ship while aboard and the ship’s crew is required to obey the compulsory pilots orders.
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What is the exception to ships requiring a pilot onboard in most inland waters in the United States?
American flag vessels operating in the coastwise trade.
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True or False: Even with a pilot onboard the master retains responsibility for the vessel and her operation, for having a competent watch on duty and seeing that they perform their duty efficiently, for ensuring that a proper look out is maintained and the Rules of the Road are followed.
True
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The master is responsible for which of the following:
A. His own professional competence
B. To have sufficient knowledge and experience to be able to judge pilot performance and recognize pilot error.
C. To have studied local waters and be aware of published hazards
D. All of the above
D. All of the above.
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The master can relieve the pilot of the conn and complete a meneuver then __________
A. return the conn to the pilot
B. Complete the voyage to the dock or berth
C. Take the vessel to anchor
D. A and C only
D. A and C only
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True or False: the shipboard team should exist only to supply information and assist as assigned by the responsibility of the master or pilot.
True
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This is an organization designed to reduce errors and omissions through a system of checks and delegation of duties.
Bridge Resource Management
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This is the name for a conning officers interpreting the event as he expects it to be based on assumption or previous experience that may not be applicable.
Perceived world
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What are 7 ways a conning officer may fail to recognize the errors?
- Failure to set priorities
•2. Inadequate monitoring
•3. Failure to delegate tasks and assign responsibilities - Failure to use available data
- Failure to communicate
•6. Preoccupation with minor technical problems - Loss of situational awareness
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Pilots generally operate in which watch condition?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
D. 4
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True or False: the pilots requirements are more intense and fluid in nature as events occcur more quickly and there is less leeway for error in pilot waters.
True
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The pilot is charged by the commissioning authority to navigate in the best interests of ______________.
A. The Crew and State
B. The Master and local environment
C. The state and Local environment
D. The company and crew
C. The state and local environment
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Who is included in the bridge team?
A. Deck officers and unlicensed crew
B. Deck officers, unlicensed crew and master
C. Deck officers, unlicensed crew, master and pilot
C. Deck officers, unlicensed crew, master and pilot
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The bridge team must be sufficient size to perform a normal bridge duties, BRM groups into three general areas what are they?
- Collision Avoidance - detecting and avoiding other vessels
- Navigation - keeping the vessel safely clear of shoal water, close to intended track and near or on schedule
- Administration - routine watch duties, such as communications, log keeping exc.
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How many watch conditions are there and which one requires the least crew and the most?
- 4
- Watch condition 1
- Watch condition 4
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True or False: Bridge watch duties have considerable overlap which allows members to cross-check each other.
True
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Effective BRM dictates that duties are divided based on the _________ of team members.
A. Experience
B. Knowledge
C. Expertise
D. Confidence
C. Expertise
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What does a Master/Pilot exchange do for a shared mental model required for effective BRM?
A. Completes it
B. Forms it
C. Deters it
D. None of the above
B. Forms it
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The master who is responsible for training should schedule meeting in what four parts of the voyage?
- Pre-voyage
- Post-voyage
- Monthly
- Special
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CATS
What should be inked on a chart to avoid mistakes and to save future work? (4 things) Times of tides or current switches are not included these should be put on the chart in pencil and changed with every voyage.
- Courses and distances in each reach or leg of a port passage.
- Each turning point, with a reference buoy or bearing and distance off a prominent aid or point of land.
- Location of anchorages, pilot boarding areas, and the location where tugs will be met and made fast.
- Shoals and hazards highlighted to bring them to the navigator’s attention during the passage.
Again, everything except the times of tides and current changes 1s ink to aid mistakes and to save future work, since the
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What size should the course card be and why that size?
Pocket size to minimize distraction from the ships operation and allows the master to remain at centerline window to conn the ship or observe the pilot.
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What is an issue with the use of ECDIS onboard?
A. The screen can be too bright and effect situational awareness
B. Mates must be trained to use every feature prior to getting underway
C. The amount of information can be overwhelming and detract from the navigation of the vessel.
D. All of the above
C. The amount of information can be overwhelming and detract from the navigation of the vessel.
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How do pilots use VRMs to make a turn?
They set the VRM for the known distance they would like to start the turn and when it hits that point they can start.
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What is an EBL commonly used for?
A. To start a turn
B. To complete a turn
C. To monitor the progress through the turn
C. To monitor the progress through the turn
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How is an EBL used to monitor a ship’s turn?
Setting the EBL on the next course the pilot can watch as the EBL falls into the next range. The helm is put over as the EBL nears the desired track and the rate of turn is adjusted so the EBL falls on the desired location in the channel when the turn is finished.
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How may a pilot use DGPS system to make a turn? What functions are used?
Distance to go and distance to waypoint, the pilot may use the distance to the intersection when starting a turn and distance off the centerline of the next leg to adjust rate-of-turn. They can also set an EBL on the laptop so it sees around the corner and can see the EBL on the next range.
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How do meeting points on pilot DGPS meeting points differ from CPA you get on a radar?
A. Meeting points are based on planned speed rather than constant speed from a CPA
B. Meeting points are based on programmed speed and courses rather than constant speed and straight line courses from CPA.
C. Meeting points are based on programmed courses and constant speed rather than straight line course and constant speed from CPA.
D. Meeting points and CPAs are the same.
C. Meeting points are based on programmed courses and constant speed rather than straight line course and constant speed from CPA.
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Where are meeting points on DGPS Pilot systems useful?
A. Meeting in Narrow channels
B. Overtaking in Narrow Channels
C. Where vessels are not visible to each other
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
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What is an example of active management of traffic vs. passive?
A. Using AIS to provide information on ECDIS
B. VTS relaying traffic updates to mariners and pilots
C. Laptop-based DGPS presentations that receive and display positions and data
D. All of the above.
C. Laptop based DGPS presentations that receive and display positions and data.
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When working at a higher heights above water distance and speed of advance is distorted in which way?
A. The ship moves much faster and much closer to points of reference than it actually is.
B. The ship moves much slower and farther from points of reference than it actually is.
C. The ship moves much slower and closer to points of reference than it actually is.
D. The ship moves much faster and farther away from points of reference than it actually is.
C. The ship moves much slower and closer to points of reference than it actually is.
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Which of the following about vision at night is correct?
A. On a clear night objects appear closer
B. When visibility deteriorates objects look farther away
C. It is more important to look abeam or aft since since it is impossible to estimate speed by look ahead during hours of darkness
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
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What is the most common problem when turning a vessel around a bend or corner?
Starting the turn too early
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True or False: When it is possible to determine where to start a turn using channel widths and the theoretical turning radius of the ship it is much better to learn the vessel by instincts and feel.
True
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Where should you start a turn?
A. When the bow is even with a buoy of reference at the start of the turn.
B. When the pivot point is even with a buoy of reference at the start of the turn.
C. When the pivot point is near to abeam of the center of the turning circle
D. When the stern crosses abeam of a buoy of reference.
C. When the pivot point is near to abeam of the center of the turning circle
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When in doubt about how much rudder to give in a turn which statement is true?
A. Use more than you think is necessary
B. Use less than you think is necessary
C. Consult the ship maneuvering board for details on the ship’s turning circle.
D. None of the above
A. Use more than you think is necessary. You can always reduce rudder if necessary.
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What are the hazards of starting a turn too early?
A. You may turn out of the channel.
B. You may not be able to stop the swing of the ship.
C. You may not be able to start the turn again once checked because of bank suction.
D. None of the above
C. You may not be able to start the turn again once checked because of bank suction.
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The ship’s call letters should be transmitted frequently when communicating by VHF and, in any case, at intervals of 1. before and after every transmission during a series of transmissions with another ship 2. at ten minute intervals 3. before the first transmission and after the last transmission of a VHF converstaion regardless of length
MacElrevey 36-37 The correct answer is: Number 2 at ten minute intervals and Number 3 before the first transmission and after the last transmission of a VHF converstaion regardless of length
Mariners have several means for communicating ship’s actions and intentions including. 1. Verbal communications such as VHF radio 2. Graphic communications such as CTANS and interactive DGPS 3. Radar and ARPA 4. Whistle Signals
MacElrevey 36-39 The correct answer is: Number 1 Verbal communications such as VHF radio and Number 4 Whistle Signals
The pilot’s duties include clarifying the intentions of other ships and making safe meeting arragements with those ships, and the master should not release the pilot at departure until this is done.
MacElrevey 157 The correct answer is: True
Safe speed at departure is to a large extent determined by… I. The shiphandler’s experince and confidence in his shiphandling ability. II. The depth of water, the speed of departing traffic, and the weather conditions. 1. I only 2. II only 3. all of the above 4. none of the above
MacElrevey 157 The correct answer is: Number 2 II only
By increasing speed and moving faster than other departing traffic, the shiphandler significantly reduces the potential for collision.
MacElrevey 158-159 The correct answer is: False
Modern bridge equipment has made it possible for the ship’s master to con a ship to sea with little or no assistance from the other ship’s officer.
MacElrevey 159-160 The correct answer is: False
Passage planning that stresses a pocket course card, formal pilot/master exchange of information, and charts with preplanned courses, turning bearings, distances, operating notes, and other navigation information noted in ink is preferable to pages of written instructions.
MacElrevey 161-162 The correct answer is: True
It isn’t particularly important that pilots posses traditional seagoing skills because their main task is advising shipmasters of courses and speeds from point to point.
MacElrevey 289 The correct answer is: False
A pilot whose services are required by law is a _____ pilot. 1. compulsory 2. voluntary
MacElrevey 290-291 The correct answer is: Number 1 compulsory
A pilot taken at the master’s option is a ____ pilot. 1. compulsory 2. voluntary
MacElrevey 289 The correct answer is: Number 2 voluntary
A compulsory pilot is aboard in a purely advisory capacity and as such has no responsibility or liability for his actions.
MacElrevey 291 The correct answer is: False
There is no significant differences between the responsibilites of the compulsory and the voluntary pilot.
MacElrevey 289 The correct answer is: False
Should the shipmaster immediately relieve the pilot in the following situation? The pilot is intoxicated
MacElrevey 292-293 The correct answer is: Yes
Should the shipmaster immediately relieve the pilot in the following situation? The pilot demonstrates gross incompetence
MacElrevey 292-293 The correct answer is: Yes
Should the shipmaster immediately relieve the pilot in the following situation? The master knows a more expident way to complete the maneuver.
MacElrevey 292-293 The correct answer is: No
Should the shipmaster immediately relieve the pilot in the following situation? The vessel is standing into danger that is not obvious to the pilot.
MacElrevey 292-293 The correct answer is: Yes
Should the shipmaster immediately relieve the pilot in the following situation? The pilot’s actions are in error due to the circumstances or the limitations of the ship being handled.
MacElrevey 292-293 The correct answer is: Yes
Should the shipmaster immediately relieve the pilot in the following situation? The master recommends a change that the pilot rejects.
MacElrevey 292-293 The correct answer is: No
Should the shipmaster immediately relieve the pilot in the following situation? A master must wait until the ship is in extremis” before relieving a compulsory pilot.”
MacElrevey 292-293 The correct answer is: False
