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 of the following is the definition of an “impartial” witness, within the context of this program?

A One who has no personal interest and nothing to gain, or lose.

B One with a personal interest in the outcome of the inquiry.

C One with whom there is a language-based communication problem.

D One who has a problem with authority and feels threatened by the interview.

Question 2

Which of the following is the definition of “evidence”, as described in this training program?

A Something that demonstrates proof.

B Something that demostrates guilt.

C Information collected for a report.

D The opinions of witnesses interviewed during an investigation.

Question 3

When we refer to a “blame culture”, what kind of culture do we consider typically exists?

A One, where people look no further than “human error”.

B One, where investigators seek to blame as many people as possible.

C One, which seeks to avoid apportioning any degree of blame.

D One in which the level of responsibility of each person involved in an incident is allocated as a percentage.

Question 4

Which three of the following may be an indication that entries in an engine-room log-book have been added, or amended, at a later stage?

A An entry between others in a different handwriting style.

B An entry between others using a different pen.

C An entry made by someone who was not on watch at the time.

D An entry found to have been made by the Chief Engineer.

Question 5

Which four of the following are examples of substandard practises?

A Operating equipment without authority.

B Overriding or bypassing safety devices.

C Operating at an improper or unsafe speed.

D Failure to use personal protective equipment.

E Inadequate or defective warning systems.

F Exposure to hazardous environment – dust, fumes, smoke, vapours.

Marine Incident & Accident Investigation

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