Emergency Response

Marine Incident & Accident Investigation

This test covers the fundamentals of investigating marine incidents, accidents, and near-misses with a focus on safety, human factors, and onboard emergency response. It helps seafarers understand why incidents happen, how to identify root causes, and how proper reporting and investigation can prevent recurrence. Suitable for all crew members, including deck and engine personnel, from ratings to officers.

Questions 18

Time Limit 9 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

Which three of the following may be said to be the results of good control measures?

A The effects of energy transfer may be prevented, altered or absorbed.

B Harm may be minimized.

C Damage may be eliminated or minimized.

D Probably less personnel will be needed and production costs will be lower.

E The transfer of energy will be able to be more accurately measured.

Question 2

A Junior Engineer is injured while replacing a main engine cylinder liner. When examining events just before the accident, which two types of actions may an investigator consider?

A Omission.

B Commission.

C Prevention.

D Solution.

Question 3

The ship’s Safety Officer is investigating a minor fall on a lifeboat access platform. A seaman nearby has trouble recalling details. Which two techniques might help him remember?

A He might talk through the incident with the seaman.

B He might work through a list of relevant items, asking the seaman to include or reject them.

C He should get firm with the seaman and stress the importance of remembering.

D He should ask the seaman to say anything, even if unsure, for the report.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the form the narrative section of an Incident Investigation Report should take?

A Clear, orderly description of events before the accident,incident or near miss,the circumstances,consequences and post-incident actions, written neutrally without opinion or judgement.

B A random description of events before an incident or near miss and corrective actions, written neutrally but including the investigator’s assessment.

C A complex and detailed account reflecting the investigator’s understanding of the incident and including management recommendations.

Question 5

The Superintendent is investigating an accident where a crewmember was seriously injured during the stowage of an accommodation ladder. Which four should he particularly try to interview?

A The person in charge of the operation at the time of the accident.

B Any eye witnesses.

C Any person who can contribute to the understanding of the events leading up to, and the prevailing conditions at the time of, the accident.

D Any person who can provide additional evidence, relevant to the investigation.

E All crewmembers.

F A representative from the manufacturer of the accommodation ladder.

Marine Incident & Accident Investigation

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