International Maritime Regulations

SOLAS — Safety of Life at Sea

This test will assess your knowledge of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) – one of the most important international treaties on maritime safety. The questions cover requirements for ship construction and equipment, safety standards, fire protection systems, life-saving appliances, and emergency procedures.

Questions 15

Time Limit 9 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

Fire casualty threshold (on passenger vessels). What is its purpose and what are the means of its achievement?

A Establishing of at least three main vertical zones during construction. Vessel must be able to reach port if threshold integrity not obstructed

B By sufficient set of FFE onboard. Vessel’s fire integrity must remain until rescue team will arrive

C Fixed fire extinguishing system must be double installed (one main, on back-up).

D All compartments with a high fire risk must be separated by main vertical zones.

Question 2

What is mandatory onboard of the cargo vessels, designed to carry containers and built after 01st of January 2016?

A At least one water mist lance.

B At least 4 mobile water monitors.

C At least 3 fire hoses with a nozzles.

D At least 12 kg dry powder fire extinguishers.

Question 3

What are the suitable means of stationary fire fighting system in the paint locker?

A CO2 system.

B Sprinkler system.

C Secured fire extinguishers with a remote activation.

D Automatic sand filling system.

Question 4

What is mandatory for the obtaining of the DG DOC?

A Mesh on inlet cargo hold ventilation opening.

B Mesh on outlet cargo hold ventilation opening.

C At least 3 grab hooks.

D Thermal protective aids (TPA).

Question 5

How many firemen’s VHF must be stored onboard?

A Minimum 2.

B Minimum 1.

C Minimum 3.

D Minimum 4.

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