(Beginner)
Mention 2 types of survival crafts.
Lifeboat and rescue boat.
What is the primary purpose of the International Maritime Organization (IMO)?
The primary purpose of the IMO is to develop and maintain a comprehensive regulatory framework for shipping.
What does mean IOPPC
International oil pollution prevention certification
What is the primary goal of verifying vessel stability calculations during the preloading process?
It is to ensure the vessel's safety and seaworthiness throughout its voyage.
What does the term "deadweight tonnage" (DWT) refer to?
Deadweight tonnage (DWT) refers to the total weight a ship can safely carry, including cargo, fuel, passengers, crew, and provisions
Mention 3 safety equipment items that most ships have to carry on board
Life jackets, fire extinguishers and ring buoy.
How many chapters does the Solas have?
14 chapters
What does mean ISM Code
INTERNATIONAL MARITIME SAFETY MANAGEMENT
What is the primary goal of verifying vessel stability calculations during the preloading process?
It is to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant handling of cargo before it is loaded onto a vessel.
What are buoys in maritime navigation?
Buoys are floating devices used to mark navigation channels, hazards, anchorage areas or boundaries of maritime zones.
How many types of garbage are onboard?
There are 9 types of garbage onboard.
What is the current version of Solas?
SOLAS 1974
What does mean MARPOL
INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PREVENTION OF POLLUTION FROM SHIPS
What is the purpose of continuously monitoring cargo loading and stability during the loading process?
To ensure the cargo plan is followed accurately.
What is SOPEP?
"Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan"
LENGHT of Anchor chain/Cable.
27.5 meters
What international conventions regulate the safety of maritime navigation, and what is their scope?
The main international regulations governing the safety of maritime navigation are the SOLAS Convention and the MARPOL Convetion.
What does mean COLREGS
THE INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS FOR PREVENTING COLLISIONS AT SEA
What is the purpose of using appropriate lashing methods and equipment during cargo loading?
Using appropriate lashing methods and equipment during cargo loading is to ensure the safety and security of the cargo, the vessel, and the crew throughout the voyage.
What are the Master's Standing Orders?
They are permanent orders and guidelines given by the captain to the officers regarding how to perform a good watchkeeping, maintain a safe navigation and how to act in certain situations.
What is anemometer?
An anemometer is an instrument used to measure wind speed.
What are the pillar conventions of navigation?
SOLAS, MARPOL AND MLC
What does mean ISM
INTERNATIONAL SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Mention the five types of maritime navigation.
Coastal navigation, deep-sea navigation, astronomical navigation, electronic navigation and satellite navigation.
What are the 5 key instruments used on the bridge of a ship to ensure accurate navigation.
The key instruments include GPS for location data, radar for detecting obstacles, ECDIS for digital charts, a gyrocompass for heading information, and autopilot for maintaining course automatically.