Bulk Carrier Deck Competence

Management Level (Senior Officers).

This test contains CES questions for the management level on bulk carriers. It is intended for senior officers and masters, covering advanced cargo operations, MARPOL compliance, ISM/ISPS Code requirements, risk assessment, and leadership in safety and environmental protection. The test challenges candidates with complex and scenario-based questions to verify their ability to manage the ship and crew at the highest level.

Questions 60

Time Limit 59 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

What mode must be used on the MF/HF transmission when making a radiotelephone call:

A F1B/J2B.

B H3E.

C G3E.

D J3E.

Question 2

After discharging a high density cargo a serious crack is found in an upper ballast tank amidships of a Bulk Carrier; what must the Master do?

A Inform Designated Person Ashore (DPA) and call in Classification Society.

B Note the dimensions of the crack and measure regularly.

C Proceed on ballast voyage without ballast in this tank.

D Repair with cement box or temporary welded patch until next drydock.

Question 3

With a davit launched lifeboat, what weight is required by SOLAS regulations to be used for the 5 yearly test of the davit and brake system?

A 1.25 times the total weight of the lifeboat when loaded with its full complement of persons and equipment.

B 1.1 times the total weight of the lifeboat when loaded with its full complement of persons and equipment.

C The equivalent to the total weight of the lifeboat when loaded with its full complement of persons and equipment.

D 0.8 times the total weight of the lifeboat when loaded with its full complement of persons, equipment and stores.

Question 4

The names and addresses of accounting authorities can be found in:

A The ITU List of Coast Stations.

B The ITU List of Callsigns and Numerical Identities of Stations used by the Maritime Mobile and Maritime Mobile-Satellite Services.

C The ITU List of Ship Stations.

D The ITU List of Radiodetermination and Special Services.

Question 5

In what format will an On-Scene Co-ordinator report such information as on-scene weather and operation progress to other parties?

A OSCREP.

B POSREP.

C SITREP.

D SARREP.

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