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

A lead battery of 200 Ah, in accordance with the DIN-standard, must be able to supply:

A 200 ampere during 1 hour.

B 10 ampere during 20 hours.

C 1 ampere during 200 hours.

D 6 ampere during 20 hours.

Question 2

What is the best way to avoid pollution from small oil-spills aboard a ship?

A Have dispersing chemicals ready for use in case of oil-spill.

B Contain any oil-spill onboard the ship.

C Have sawdust ready for use.

D Rig an oil boom around the ship.

Question 3

What happens when an ECDIS undertakes a 'geometry check' on a planned passage?

A The route is checked to make sure that there is a wheel over point on each turn.

B The rhumb lines along a great circle track are pre-computed and saved.

C The route is checked to see that it is acceptable for the vessel.

D The route is checked to ensure that there are no legs greater than 100 miles long.

Question 4

What is the main theme of modern safety practice?

A Making use of Risk Assessment as a means to improving safety.

B Health & Safety at Work Act.

C Use the same practice that has been in place for some time.

D Consult the chief officer before commencing work.

Question 5

The number of frequencies on which a MF/HF-DSC distress alert multi-frequency call attempt can be transmitted is:

A 2.

B 3.

C 5.

D 6.

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