Electro-Technical Competence

Operational Level (Junior Officers).

A comprehensive CES-style test for Electro-Technical Officers at the operational level. Covers GMDSS communication, ship safety systems, power and battery management, SOLAS/MARPOL procedures, and essential documentation practices.

Questions 60

Time Limit 59 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

If the shipper wants to ensure the carrier is not held responsible for damage when a clean Bill of Lading is issued, even though the Mate's receipt is "unclean," this document is called the:

A A Letter of Credit.

B A Letter of Indemnity.

C An absolution clause in the shipping documents.

D An addendum to the Bill of Lading.

Question 2

You are on a sailing vessel underway in open water. A vessel is sighted on your starboard bow on a steady bearing and the distance is closing. What action should you take?

A By Rule 18, a power-driven vessel underway shall keep out of the way of a sailing vessel. I will maintain my course and speed, monitoring to ensure the other vessel avoids.

B Risk of collision exists; as the other vessel is on a steady bearing on my starboard side, I will maintain course and speed.

C This vessel is clearly power-driven; I anticipate the bearing will close and it will pass ahead at a safe distance.

D Risk of collision exists; as the other vessel is on a steady bearing on my starboard side, I must keep out of the way and will make a broad alteration to starboard.

Question 3

Your vessel has been involved in a collision, and at first opportunity a lot of people from outside parties are asking questions. What shall you tell them?

A Do not reply to any questions from outside parties, except the Solicitor appointed by your company.

B You shall only tell them the truth and nothing but the truth.

C To make sure that all parties are informed about the facts, show them the extracts of the log-book.

D Do not tell anybody anything, except representatives from the main newspapers, radio and TV. Remember, the people have the right to know.

Question 4

On a ship involved in a collision, what should happen immediately after the accident has taken place?

A The master should be called.

B Crew should follow an emergency procedure.

C The bridge team should devise a plan of action.

D The other ship should be contacted.

Question 5

What actions should be taken by the Officer of the Watch if the ship's steering system totally fails?

A Call the Master and advise them of the situation.

B Request the engine room to check the steering system.

C Sound the general alarm for all passengers.

D Reduce speed to minimum and secure deck cargo.

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