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Bulk Carrier Deck Competence

Chief Officer Competence

Test for Chief Officers on bulk carriers. Covers stability (GM, MCT, FWA), ballast operations (BWM Convention), hold preparation and cleaning (Grain clean, Coal clean, Ore), chemical use, hatch cover maintenance, cargo and bunkering procedures.

Questions 15
Time Limit 9 min
Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

In what year did the Ballast Convention come into force?

A 2014.
B 2024.
C 2019.
D 2017.

Question 2

Which of the following is the definition of "weather tightness"?

A As identified in the applicable reading drawn from the IACS empirical scale for hatch cover thickness, based on distance from the bow of the ship.
B That in any sea condition water will not penetrate into the ship.
C That in normal sea conditions, any water ingress past the hatch seals can be suitably controlled without the application of additional defensive measures.
D That a minimal amount of water will penetrate if the hatch is impacted by excessively heavy weather conditions.

Question 3

Guidelines for Ballast Water Management are given by which one of the following?

A The IMO Convention on Ballast Water Management.
B Classification society rules.
C MARPOL.
D SOLAS.

Question 4

In an ultrasonic test, what is the severity of a leak referenced to?

A The closed-hatch reading.
B The calibration reading obtained in the surveyor's laboratory.
C The reading obtained on the opposite side of the hatch.
D The open-hatch reading.

Question 5

What should you do first before entering a closed space?

A Assess the risks and draw up an entry permit.
B Notify the captain and the watch engineer at the MO.
C Check oxygen levels, have the necessary PPE.
D Post an observer and check for communication.
Chief Officer Competence

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