Container Vessel Deck Competence

Operational Level (Junior Officers).

This CES test targets junior deck officers serving on container vessels. It covers navigation watchkeeping, cargo planning and securing, ballasting operations, application of IMDG Code requirements, and emergency response. The test verifies operational competence and decision-making at the officer level.

Questions 60

Time Limit 59 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

Under MARPOL Annex IV, with an approved sewage treatment plant operating, if surrounding water discolours while awaiting pilot off Cape Henry, USA, what action is appropriate?

A Continue discharge since Annex IV of MARPOL is internationally not yet in force.

B Continue discharge since the treatment plant is of an approved type.

C Reduce discharge rate in order to have less discolouration of surrounding water.

D Stop discharge.

Question 2

Two ships are meeting in a restricted channel as illustrated. Which of the following actions would be the most suitable to take on both vessels as they approach and pass each other?

A Slow down if possible without losing steerage and be prepared for prompt application of rudder to counteract any swing as they approach and pass each other.

B Keep as far as possible on the starboard side of the channel and maintain speed to retain effective steerage.

C Increase speed slightly to pass each other as quickly as possible and thereby reduce the effects of "ship to ship" interaction.

D Maintain speed and a straight course on the starboard side of the channel.

Question 3

When joining a new ship, how are you informed about safety rules, alarm instructions, and your duties in an emergency?

A By oral instructions by the Captain.

B By muster lists exhibited in conspicuous places.

C By alarm instructions in all crew cabins.

D By folder distributed to each crewmember.

Question 4

What is class "A" division?

A Bulkhead constructed of steel, suitably stiffened and insulated so as to be able to meet a prescribed fire test of one hour duration.

B Bulkhead used to divide a ship horizontally.

C Bulkheads used to divide a vessel in different parts.

D Bulkhead to divide accommodation from the cargo spaces.

Question 5

What do you understand by the initials: EPIRB?

A This means: Emergency Personal Indicator Rescue Beacon.

B This means: Emergency Plotting Indicator Response Beacon.

C This means: Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon.

D This means: Emergency Plotting Indicator Rescue Beacon.

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