Bulk Carrier Deck Competence

Operational Level (Junior Officers).

This test contains CES questions for the operational level on bulk carriers. It evaluates the competence of watchkeeping officers in navigation, cargo handling, safety management, firefighting, lifeboat drills, and ship security under the ISPS Code. The focus is on practical decision-making during routine vessel operations.

Questions 60

Time Limit 59 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

Which of the following areas may be possible restricted areas? (Review all answers)

A The Bridge.

B The Cargo control room.

C The Engine control room.

D All alternatives.

Question 2

What is the minimum distance between the helmet and the head of the wearer supposed to be?

A 1 cm.

B 3 cm.

C 7,5 cm.

D No minimum distance.

Question 3

The main problem when a dry bulk cargo develops a flow state is that

A The cargo shifts easily causing major stability problems.

B The cargo may block up bilges leading to balk flow of water into the hold space.

C The cargo may produce carbon dioxide gas.

D The cargo pile will cause release of methane gas.

Question 4

The mode J2B is used:

A For telephone traffic in the MF/HF bands between ship and shore stations.

B For urgent message transmitting and receiving.

C For radiotelex-traffic in the MF/HF band between the ship and shore stations.

D In public broadcasting.

Question 5

In case of a fire in engine rooms, cargo holds or other confined spaces, what has to be done before the central gas extinguishing system is used?

A Make sure that the compartment has been evacuated.

B Disconnect all non-emergency circuits from the main switchboard.

C Stop all engines.

D If any, open all bottom ventilation inlets and outlets to the compartment.

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