Cadet & Junior Crew

Basic Watchkeeping Knowledge

Entry-level watchkeeping test for cadets, OS and junior crew, focused on basic safety, navigation awareness, COLREG fundamentals and routine shipboard duties.

Questions 18

Time Limit 9 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of marine navigation?

A To safely guide a vessel from one location to another

B To determine the location of a vessel at any given time

C All of these

D To communicate with other vessels and maritime authorities

Question 2

What is the role of electronic charts in marine navigation?

A To provide real-time information on the vessel's position and speed

B To assist in the planning and monitoring of a vessel's route

C All of these

D To provide updated and detailed information on the underwater topography and hazards

Question 3

How many buoyant smoke signals should be in lifeboat?

A 2

B 4

C 6

D 8

Question 4

Which of the following would not be included as part of control testing by the deck OOW, prior to departure?

A Testing of engine telegraph and it's auto recorder

B Synchronising clocks

C Checking communication between Bridge and Engine control room

D Testing of ship's cranes

Question 5

Give description of this shape

A Trawler, nets out

B Constrained by draught

C Towing, tow >200m port aspect

D Towing, tow < 200m port aspect

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