Container Vessel Deck Competence

IMDG Code – General Competence

This test evaluates your knowledge of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods – the global standard for the safe transport of hazardous cargo by sea. It covers cargo classification, labeling, documentation, stowage, segregation, and packaging, as well as compliance with safety procedures to prevent accidents, protect life at sea, and safeguard the marine environment.

Questions 15

Time Limit 9 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

For what purposes are dry ice and liquid nitrogen used?

A Dry ice or liquid nitrogen is used solely for cooling certain dangerous goods loaded into adjacent containers in case of an emergency, as a backup to the primary cooler.

B The container must be additionally marked "DANGEROUS CO2 GAS INSIDE" if dry ice or liquid nitrogen is used as a backup.

C Containers with dry ice or liquid nitrogen must be stowed on deck or in spaces with forced ventilation.

D Used as an additive to fuel.

E Stored for refueling refrigerators in the galley and for the needs of the engine room.

Question 2

What is the shipper's responsibility regarding the Manifest?

A The Manifest is correctly prepared and acknowledged by the captain or another responsible officer, a declaration by the shipper in a special form must be attached to the Manifest.

B The shipper and their agent must ensure that the Dangerous Goods Manifest is correctly prepared and acknowledged by the captain or another responsible officer.

C A declaration by the shipper in a special form must be attached to the Manifest.

Question 3

What is one of the main hazards arising from gas leaks?

A Gas leaking from cylinders can enter living quarters through sealed or open doors and pose a danger as it is highly toxic and flammable.

B Gas leaking from cylinders can enter living quarters and the bridge.

C Gas leaking from cylinders can enter the engine room through sealed or open doors and pose a danger as it is highly toxic and flammable.

Question 4

What actions should be taken after resolving an incident according to the emergency plan?

A Analyze why the incident occurred and what measures can be taken to prevent it from happening again.

B Analyze why the incident occurred.

C Take measures against those responsible for causing the incident.

Question 5

Where should dangerous goods be stowed?

A Under deck, if permitted, preferably always in a protected location so that the packaging is not exposed to excessive weather or other hazards.

B Near living quarters.

C In containers.

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