Oil Tanker Competence

Oil Tanker – Basic to Operational Level

This test is intended for 2nd and 3rd officers serving on oil tankers. It covers essential operational knowledge including cargo handling, inert gas and ODME systems, safety procedures, fire protection, MARPOL requirements, and basic stability concepts. The test verifies operational-level competence for officers performing cargo and safety duties on board oil tankers.

Questions 18

Time Limit 9 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

Аfter tank cleaning 500m3 of oily water was collected in the Slop P cargo tank, you are underway 75 nm of the nearest land in the Mediterranean Sea. Can you discharge oily water through ODME?

A No, we are in MARPOL special area, where discharge prohibited.

B Yes, we are more then 50 nm from nearest land.

C Yes, if we increase speed more then 12 knots.

Question 2

What are primary fenders, used during STS operations?

A The biggest fenders, which are always afloat and intend to absorb forces between two ships.

B The smallest fenders, secured on the bow and stern part of the ships.

C The wooden type fenders, which are easily transferable alongside the ship hull.

Question 3

Is there allowed to keep cargo samples withing Accommodation space?

A Not Allowed. Should be segregated from Accommodation space compartment, fitted with fixed fire extinguishing means.

B Allowed.

C Not allowed.

Question 4

How does classified cargo with flashpoint below 60 deg.C?

A Volatile.

B Non-volatile.

C Flammable.

Question 5

You are deck officer during cargo watch in CCR. How you will release the pressure from the cargo tank, if the vapour return line in not connected?

A Give order to deck watch to open Mast Riser

B Wait until PV valve or Mast Riser opens automatically

C Wait until PB breakers activate.

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