Container Vessel Deck Competence

Support Level (Deck Crew).

This CES test is designed for support-level crew members working on container vessels. It covers basic ship terminology, cargo operations assistance, seamanship, and essential safety procedures. The aim is to verify fundamental knowledge required for daily duties under the supervision of officers.

Questions 60

Time Limit 59 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

What should be done by the helmsman, if the OOW (officer on watch) gives them the order: "Starboard ten"?

A Repeat the command back and then using manual control set the rudder to 10 degrees to starboard.

B Repeat the command back and then put the control over sufficiently for the ship to swing at a rate of 10 degrees per minute to starboard.

C Repeat the command back and then set the autopilot to 10 degrees to starboard.

D Repeat the command back and then change course 10 degrees to starboard of present course.

Question 2

According to European standards (E.N.) fire can be classified:

A A, B, C, D.

B A, B, C.

C A, B, C, D, E.

D A, B.

Question 3

On a fire patrol at night you see smoke coming from a closed cabin door. What action should you take first?

A Get the nearest fire extinguisher and then open the door to see what the situation is.

B Take a look inside the cabin to see what the situation is.

C As most people are sleeping, call a friend and ask him to assist in putting out the fire.

D Activate the nearest fire alarm button and advise bridge of the location of the fire.

Question 4

Where on board can you find information regarding the different types of safety equipment, such as location, quantity, etc.?

A In cargo control room.

B In the deck log book.

C Stated in your cabin.

D The ship's safety plan.

Question 5

The emergency oil pollution equipment locker must be:

A Prominently marked and easily accessible.

B A store room in the forward part of the ship.

C A store room close to the pump room.

D Just off the main engine room.

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