Oil Tanker Competence

Support Level (Deck Crew).

This CES test is designed for support-level crew members working on oil tankers. It covers basic ship terminology, cargo area safety, assistance in cargo and mooring operations, use of personal protective equipment, and fundamental emergency procedures. The aim is to confirm essential knowledge required for safe daily duties under officer supervision.

Questions 60

Time Limit 59 min

Language English

Sample Questions

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Question 1

Most minor oilspills are caused by:

A Equipment failure.

B Major casualties.

C Unforeseeable circumstances.

D Human error.

Question 2

A deep draught vessel sailing in a very narrow channel can develop a sudden sheer as it slows down. What could be the cause of this?

A The hydrodynamic interaction effects from the banks of the shallow water channel acts on the stern causing the vessel to sheer strongly.

B The vessel stopping shifts the pivot point forward and creates a turning moment and results in the ship swinging towards the bank.

C The large volume of water dragged behind the vessel continues to move forward and cause a strong turning moment on the stern of the vessel.

D The shallow water reduces the effectiveness of the rudder and when the vessel stops any applied rudder will become suddenly more effective.

Question 3

Which of the following requirements regarding life-buoys correspond to present regulations? (SOLAS III/7.1)

A All the life-buoys shall be placed in holders with quick-release arrangement.

B At least one lifebuoy with self-activating smoke shall be placed within the vicinity of the stern.

C At least four life-buoys on each side of the ship shall be fitted with buoyant lifelines.

D Not less than half the total number of lifebuoys shall be provided with self-igniting lights.

Question 4

It is the Master's responsibility to ensure that:

A Concerned personnel carry out the on-board training programme effectively.

B Safety equipment is not used during the training.

C All information regarding the onboard training is given to the ship manager.

D All personnel participate in the training at the same time.

Question 5

In area A2, the function "Transmission of ship to shore distress alerts" is mainly based on:

A The use of SARSAT COSPAS Epirbs.

B The use of INMARSAT Epirbs.

C The use of MF DSC.

D The use of VHF DSC.

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