Engineering Safety and Environmental Protection Old

Engineering Safety and Environmental Protection
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"Prohibited oil spaces" as specified in A vessels doublethe Pollution Prevention Regulations bottom fuel oil
(33 CFR Part 155) provide regulations tanks.
for which of the following?
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33 CFR 153
33 CFR 155
A "Discharge of Oil Prohibited"
placard must be fixed in a
conspicuous place in each machinery
space, or at the bilge and ballast
pump control station as required by
__________.
A ballast tank is one-third full when
free surface effect transverse stability virtual rise in the
additional ballast is added until it is
center of gravity
two-thirds full. The increased amount
of liquid in the tank will have the
greatest influence on the
__________.
Question
"Category 1" EPIRB's transmit on
frequencies that are monitored by
__________.
"Category 1" EPIRB's transmit on
frequencies that are monitored by
__________.
"Dry Powder" fire extinguishers, which
contain a mixture of graphite and
sodium chloride as the extinguishing
agent, are generally used to fight
which type of fire?
"Line Displacement" is a procedure
that is followed at an oil terminal
facility, when there is a change of
__________.
"Portable" oil tank cleaning machines
are usually provided with a water
supply from the __________.
EngineeringSafetyandEnvironmentalProtection
Choice A
offshore supply
vessels
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
commercial fishing orbiting satellites in naval warships
vessels
space
offshore supply
vessels
commercial fishing orbiting satellites in naval warships

vessels
space
Class B
Class C
cargo lines at the

terminal before
loading
product before the product during the product after the

start of loading
final phase of
final discharge
loading
inert gas scrubber firemain
Class D
mucking supply
system
Illustration
all of the above
potable water
supply
A vessels midship Tanks storing oil in Oil tanks in the

fuel tanks.
the forepeak
after peak
compartment.
compartment.
46 CFR 42
value of the
moment to trim 1
inch (MT1)
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Question
Choice A
A branch line valve of a fixed fire
maximum
extinguishing system on a MODU
pressure allowed
must be marked with the __________. at that branch
Choice B
Choice C
name of the space date of the last
or spaces which it maintenance
serves
inspection
A burning AC motor would be

Class "A"
considered what class of fire?
A burning mattress is considered as
Class "A"
which of the following classes of fire?
Class "B"
Class "C"
Choice D
pressure needed
to maintain an
effective stream at
that point
Class "D"
Class "B"
Class "C"
Class "D"
A category of health hazard, as listed

on a Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS) which includes teratogens
and mutagens, is called a
__________.
A Certificate of Financial
Responsibility attests that the vessel
__________.
pyrophoric hazard reactive hazard
reproductive
hazard
contamination
hazard
has financial
backing to meet
any liability
resulting from the
discharge of oil
has the minimum

required amount of
protection and
indemnity
insurance (P & I)
will assume the

responsibility for
any damage or
loss to the shipper
A characteristic of most petroleum

vapors is that they are __________.
lighter than air
not explosive at
low temperatures
heavier than air
has financial
reserves to meet
reasonable
expected crew
costs of an
intended voyage
inert in stable air
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A chemical material, as listed on a

combustible
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
that can undergo a sudden and violent
release of pressure and heat is called
__________.
explosive
flammable
toxic
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water-reactive
that reacts with water or moist air, and
produces a health or physical hazard,
is called __________.
toxic
flammable
combustible
Illustration
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Question
that supplies oxygen required to start
or support fire is called a/an
__________.
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS),
that can spontaneously burst into
flames when exposed to air at
temperatures below 130F (55.5C)
with no ignition source needed, is
called __________.
A chemical that causes a substantial
proportion of exposed people or
animals to develop an allergic reaction
in normal tissue after repeated
exposure is listed on a Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS) as a
__________.
A class "B" fire would most likely
occur in the __________.
Choice A
irritant
Choice B
polymerization
hazard
Choice C
oxidizer
Choice D
toxin
explosive
pyrophoric
unstable
flammable
skin contact
hazard
physical hazard
sensitizer
skin absorption
hazard
main switchboard
engine room bilge breathing

compartment
electric fresh water

transfer pump
A class "C" fire is burning

__________.
A class "C" fire would most likely
occur in the __________.
A class "C" fire would occur in
__________.
A class "D" fire would be considered
as burning __________.
diesel oil
magnesium
dunnage
electrical insulation
engine room bilges main switchboard
paint locker
rag bin
bedding
pipe insulation
paint
a generator
wood
oil
electrical
equipment
magnesium
dunnage
recharged
weighed again in
one month
A class "D" fire would involve the

diesel oil
magnesium
burning of __________.
A CO2 fire extinguisher provided
used at the earliest hydro tested
aboard a MODU has lost 10% of its
opportunity
charge. It now must be __________.
Illustration
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Question
Choice A
Choice B
A combustible gas indicator is used to if there is sufficient the toxicity of
determine __________.
oxygen to support flammable gases
life
or vapors
Illustration
Choice C
Choice D
the amount of CO2 the presence of
present in flue gas flammable gases
or vapors in the air
A compound fracture is a fracture

__________.
which is
accompanied by
internal bleeding
in which more than in which the same

one bone is broken bone is broken in
more than one
place
A conscious victim who has suffered a turning the victim's positioning the
blow to the head has symptoms that head to the side to victim so the head
indicate the possibility of concussion. keep his airway
is lower than the
If the patient feels no indication of
open
body
neck or spine injury, recommended
treatment would include __________.
which causes
external bleeding
at the site of the
fracture
giving the victim
elevating the head
water if he is
and shoulders
thirsty, but no food slightly
A continual change in the list, or trim negative 'GM'

of any floating MODU indicates
__________.
A continuous blast of the ship's
boat stations signal
whistle for a period of not less than 10
seconds, supplemented by a
continuous sounding of the general
alarm for a period of not less than 10
seconds, is the __________.
A continuous blast of the whistle for a fire
period of not less than 10 seconds,
supplemented by the continuous
ringing of the general alarm bells for
not less than 10 seconds, would
indicate a __________.
progressive
flooding
structural failure
an immediate need
to counter flood
secure from boat

stations signal
fire alarm signal
lower lifeboats
signal
collision
man overboard
flooded
compartment
boat stations
fire stations
secure from all

drills
A continuous sounding of the vessel's man overboard

whistle, supplemented by a
continuous ringing of the general
alarm bells for a period of not less
than 10 seconds, is the signal for
__________.
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Question
A corrosion resistant fine mesh wire
screen is commonly fitted to the end
of tank vent piping to prevent
________.
A crack, located in the shell plating or
deck plating of a ship, may be
temporarily prevented from increasing
in length by __________.
Choice A
Choice B
passage of flames entry of rodents
into the tank
into the tank
Choice C
Choice D
debris stopping up water from
the vent pipe
entering the tank
drilling a hole at
each end of the
crack
installing welded
brackets across
both ends
V-grooving and
welding from both
sides of the crack
cutting a square
notch at each end
of the crack
A crew member has been overcome

by toxic fumes in the pump room.
Which of the following actions should
be taken before entering the pump
room to rescue the victim?
Put on an
approved selfcontained
breathing
apparatus.
Have someone
stand by the
entrance.
Wear a lifeline.
All of the above.
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Dermal burn
Third degree burn Second degree

burn
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A crew member has suffered a burn

on the arm. There is extensive
damage to the skin with charring
present. This is an example of what
kind of burn?
A crew member has suffered frostbite
to the toes of both feet. You should
__________.
to the toes of his right foot. Which of
the following is NOT an acceptable
first aid measure?
to the toes of his right foot. Which of
the following is NOT an acceptable
first aid measure?
A crew member has suffered possible
frostbite to the toes of both feet. You
should __________.
Illustration
Lethal burn
immerse the feet in warm the feet with warm the feet at
rub the feet to
warm water
a heat lamp
room temperature restore circulation
Rub the toes
briskly.
Elevate the foot

slightly.
Warm the frost

Give aspirin or
bitten toes rapidly. other medication
for pain if
necessary.
Rub the toes
Elevate the foot
Warm the frost
Give aspirin or
briskly.
slightly.
bitten toes rapidly. other medication
for pain if
necessary.
immerse the feet in warm the feet with warm the feet at
rub the feet to
warm water
a heat lamp
room temperature restore circulation
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Question
A crew member is unconscious and
the face is flushed. You should
__________.
A crew member suffering from

generalized hypothermia should be
given __________.
generalized hypothermia should be
given __________.
hypothermia should be given
__________.
A crewman has suffered a blow to the
head and various symptoms indicate
a concussion. Proper treatment
should include __________.
A crewmember has a small, gaping
laceration of the arm that is not
bleeding excessively. What can be
done as an alternative to suturing to
close the wound?
A Crude Oil Wash (COW) system is
considered as __________.
Choice A
lay the crew
member down with
the head and
shoulders slightly
raised
a small dose of
alcohol
Choice B
Choice C
administer a liquid lay the crew
stimulant
member down with
the head lower
than the feet
Choice D
attempt to stand
the crew member
upright to restore
consciousness
treatment for
shock
a large meal
a brisk rub down
a small dose of
alcohol
treatment for
shock
a large meal
a brisk rub down
a small dose of
alcohol
treatment for
shock
a large meal
a brisk rub down
turning the victim's

head to the side to
keep his airway
open
positioning the
giving the victim
victim so the head water but no food
is lower than the
body
placing a pillow
only under the
victim's head
Massage the area Use temporary

to maintain
stitches of sail
circulation.
twine.
Wrap a tight
bandage around
the wound.
a water operated a mechanism

Butterworth system which filters and
purifies crude oil
a cleanup for
a Butterworth
pump room bilges
system using
crude oil instead of
water as the
cleaning medium
accidental
freezing
diversion of flow to
wrong location
A cutoff valve in the fire main system damage from

of a MODU may be closed to protect a crane operations
portion of the system on an exposed
deck from __________.
being used for

wash down
purposes
Illustration
Apply butterfly
strips, then a
sterile dressing.
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A definite advantage in the use of
water as a fire extinguishing agent is
its ability to __________.
Choice A
alternate
expansion and
contraction as
water in liquid state
becomes vapor
Choice B
absorb smoke and
gases as water is
converted from
liquid to vapor
Illustration
Choice C
Choice D
rapidly contract as vaporize and
water is converted rapidly expand as
from a liquid to a
water absorbs heat
vapor
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gas absorption
detector
pressure-vacuum
relief valve
flame screen
sacrificial anode
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A device for preventing sparks or

flames from entering a tank, while
permitting the free passage of gases,
is called a __________.
A disadvantage of using CO2 for
firefighting is that __________.
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A distress signal __________.
the CO2 does not

significantly cool
the fire
consists of 5 or
more short blasts
of the fog signal
apparatus
the cylinders are

regulated pressure
vessels
consists of the
raising and
lowering of a large
white flag
they are not

effective on class
"C" fires
is used to indicate
doubt about
another vessel's
intentions
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straps from the

overhead
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A feature of an inflatable raft which

lashings on the
helps keep people stationary in rough floor of the raft for
weather is __________.
the passenger's
feet
A fire and boat drill on a tank vessel
starting the fire
shall, by regulation, include
pumps
__________.
they are not

effective on class
"B" fires
may be used
individually or in
conjunction with
other distress
signals
lifelines on the
inside of the raft
checking fireman's checking relevant

outfits and other
communications
personal rescue
equipment
equipment
all of the above
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the fuel
the oxygen
any of the above
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the heat
A fire can be extinguished by
removing __________.
A fire can spread by "convection" as a transmitting the
result of _______.
heat of a fire
through the ship's
metal
burning liquids
flowing into
another space
hot combustion
gases flowing
through ventilation
systems
the transfer of heat

across an
unobstructed
space
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A fire cannot exist if which of the listed Oxygen

elements is removed from the fire?
Fuel
Heat
Any of the above.
ridges in the floor

of the raft
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Question
Choice A
A fire discovered in an operating
Class A
laundry room dryer is considered to be
which of the listed classes of fire?
Choice B
Class B
Choice C
Class C
Choice D
Class D
A fire hose is subject to damage if the

swivel on the female coupling is
lubricated with __________.
A fire hose should be stowed in its
rack with the __________.
A fire in a fuel oil settling tank is a
__________.
A fire in a pile of canvas would be
classified as a __________.
A fire in a pile of dunnage would be
A fire in a pile of linen is considered to
be a class __________.
Graphite
Grease
Soap
Talc
hose sections
disconnected
Class A fire
foam nozzle
attached
Class B fire
all-purpose nozzle hose sections

attached
rolled separately
Class C fire
Class D fire
class A
class B
class C
class D
class A
class B
class C
class D
A fire
B fire
C fire
D fire
A fire in an electrical generator is

considered to be __________.
A fire in an oil rig ballast pump room
can be brought under control with
minimal impact on stability by
__________.
A fire in the paint locker would
probably be __________.
A fire involving aluminum powder
would be a class __________.
A fire involving trash and paper waste
would be classified as a __________.
Class "A"
Class "B"
Class "C"
Class "D"
cooling the outside shutting all

bulkheads with
sources of air into
water
the compartment
closing the sea

chest
flooding the
compartment with
salt water
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
"A" fire
"B" fire
"C" fire
"D" fire
class A
class B
class C
class D
A fire is considered 'under control'

when __________.
all hands are at

their fire stations
A fire may be spread by which of the

following means?
all firefighting
the fixed systems
equipment is at the are activated
scene
Conduction of heat Direct radiation
Convection
to adjacent
surfaces
Illustration
the fire is
contained and no
longer spreading
All of the above
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Question
Choice A
A fire pump used on a MODU requires 125 psi
175 psi discharge pressure to
maintain the required 50 psi pitot tube
pressure at the two highest hydrants.
The maximum pressure setting for
this installation relief valve is
__________.
Choice B
175 psi
Choice C
200 psi
Choice D
225 psi
A fire station located in the engine

room, is required by regulations to
have __________.
lined or unlined
hose, depending
upon its location
a 6 foot or 10 foot
low velocity fog
applicator
all of the above
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class B
class C
class D
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class "A" fire
class "B" fire
class "C" fire
class "D" fire
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canister-type gas
mask
fresh-air breathing self-contained

apparatus
breathing
apparatus
two independent
three independent
controls
controls
combustible gas
indicator
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A fire that has developed in a pile of

rubber gasket material would be
A fire, occurring in the windings, of an
overloaded electrical motor, is
considered a __________.
A fireman's outfit carried onboard
cargo vessels, must have a
__________.
A fixed carbon dioxide extinguishing
system for a machinery space,
designed with a stop valve installed in
the line leading to the protected
space, is actuated with __________.
a spanner wrench
suitable for the
size of hose at that
station
class A
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A fixed CO2 fire extinguishing system two or more

on a MODU. with a capacity of over
releasing stations
300 lbs (136 kilograms) CO2,
protecting spaces other than tanks,
must have __________.
automatic release
in event of a fire
an audible alarm
and time delay
an audible and
visible alarm
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A flat block placed under the end of a gusset

wooden shore for the purpose of
distributing pressure against a
damaged structure is referred to as a
__________.
joist
web
strong back
one control
Illustration
four independent
controls
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Question
A floating MODU with an initial
negative metacentric height
__________.
A floating vessel will behave as if all of
its weight is acting downward from the
__________.
A frapping line, shown in the
illustration, is indicated by number
__________.
A fuel tank is considered to be gas
free when the tank is __________.
Choice A
will capsize
Choice B
will incline further
center of gravity
center of buoyancy center of flotation
metacenter
inerted with carbon free of most

dioxide for 24
flammable gas
hours
concentrations
thoroughly
ventilated for at
least 24 hours
A fuel tank on a barge has been

certified by a marine chemist as being
"Safe for Men" and "Safe for fire."
This condition may change
if___________.
A fuel/air mixture below the lower
explosive limit is too __________.
A fully charged standard SCBA can be
expected to supply air under
nonstressful conditions for
approximately _______.
A galley grease fire would be
classified as __________.
A good approach to personnel safety
is to assume that all tanks and pump
rooms are potentially dangerous. You
should immediately leave an area
whenever __________.
the ambient
temperature
changes
a product leaks
into the certified
tank
muck, sludge, or
scale in the tank
give off additional
vapors
free of all
dangerous
concentrations of
flammable or toxic
gases
all of the above
rich to burn
lean to burn
cool to burn
dense to burn
15 minutes
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
you have irritation

of the eyes, nose,
or throat
you smell an
unusual odor
you experience an any of the above

abnormal bodily
conditions occur
sensation
A grade "A" petroleum product is

__________.
A grade "E" combustible liquid is one
having a flash point of 150F or
above. An example of a grade "E"
product is __________.
a flammable liquid a combustible

liquid
Engine lubricating Gasoline
oil
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Choice C
Choice D
may lie at an angle may be initially
of loll
level
jet fuel
lubricating oil
Alcohol
Diesel oil
Illustration
SF-0029
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Question
A grade "E" petroleum product is
__________.
A gurgling noise is heard from within a
cargo tank when discharging cargo,
this would indicate that the
__________.
A hand portable CO2 fire extinguisher
is effective on burning oil only
__________.
Choice A
Choice B
a flammable liquid a combustible
liquid
tank liquid is too
pump discharge
viscous
pressure is
excessive
Choice C
kerosene
Choice D
light fuel oil
pump is sucking
air
tank foot valve is

partially clogged
if applied promptly if applied in

connection with
foam
to prevent
rekindling
A health hazard term listed on a

skin contact
hazard
that indicates allergic-like reaction in
some people after repeated exposure
is __________.
A health hazard, listed on a Material carcinogen
Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), that can
cause cancer in exposed individuals is
called a __________.
sensitizer
if attempts to
extinguish the fire
with low velocity
fog have failed
pyrophoric hazard oxidizer
cryogenic
irritant
mutagen
mattresses
All of the above.
blankets
A hole in the hull above the waterline pillows
may be temporarily patched with
__________.
A hydrostatic release mechanism for a must be wet before should be kept in a
liferaft __________.
it will release
watertight cover
except in an
emergency
Illustration
will inflate the raft must be

in its cradle if
submerged to a
operated manually certain depth to
release
automatically
A hydrostatic release mechanism for a must be wet before should be kept in a will inflate the raft must be
it will release
watertight cover
in its cradle if
submerged to a
except in an
operated manually certain depth to
emergency
release
automatically
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Question
A large fire has developed in the HFO
centrifuge room accessed by door "E".
To combat the fire you should
__________.
Choice A
close all openings
and ventilation
dampers to the
involved space
Choice B
Choice C
advance the hose increase the
team into the room ventilation to the
without any
involved space
additional action
Illustration
Choice D
set up a hose team SF-0013
to cool the door,
then open the door
and extinguish the
fire using a type BII extinguisher
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__________.
only need to
advance a hose
team into the room
without any
additional
preparatory action
immediately shut
down ventilation
for the involved
space
only need to keep

the door tightly
closed until all the
oil has been
consumed by the
fire
set up a hose team

to cool the closed
door to set the
boundary, then
open the door and
extinguish the fire
using a type B-II
extinguisher
SF-0013
291064

__________.
keep the door

tightly closed until
all the oil has been
consumed by the
fire
only need to set up

a hose team to
cool the door, then
open the door and
extinguish the fire
using a type B-II
extinguisher
cool adjoining
horizontal and
vertical surfaces
before opening the
door to extinguish
the fire
advance the hose

team into the room
without any
additional
preparatory action
SF-0013
291064
A large fire has developed in the HFO open doors,

centrifuge room accessed by door "E". hatches, portholes,
You should __________.
or similar openings
to the affected
space
remove
combustibles from
adjacent spaces
SF-0013
12
advance the hose increase the

team into the room ventilation to the
without any
involved space
additional
preparatory action
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A large fire has developed in the main Atmospheric

space of your vessel and you are
conditions.
assigned to the hose team and have
suited up in a firefighter's ensemble
suit. What will determine the time
allowed to combat the fire before you
should be relieved?
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A large oil fire on the weather deck of

a ship can be effectively fought using
__________.
A life line must be connected to the
A lifeline must be connected to the
A lifeline must be connected to the
A liferaft which has inflated bottom-up
on the water __________.
Question
purifier room accessed by door "E".
To combat this fire you should
__________.
Choice A
only need to keep
the door tightly
closed until all the
burning oil has
been consumed by
the fire
Choice B
remotely deenergize the power
to the purifiers and
ventilation fans in
the room and
activate the fixed
fire extinguishing
system for that
space
Choice C
advance the hose
team into the room
without any
additional
preparatory action
Illustration
Choice D
cool the purifier
SF-0013
room door using a
12 foot applicator
prior to sending in
personnel
equipped with type
B-II portable
extinguishers
Intensity of the fire. Available air

supply.
All of the above.
dry chemical
soda acid
foam
high velocity fog
at the bow
at the stern
in the middle
all around
at the bow
at the stern
in the middle
all around
at the bow
at the stern
in the middle
all around
should be righted
by standing on the
carbon dioxide
cylinder, holding
the righting straps
and leaning
backwards
should be righted will right itself

by standing on the when the canopy
lifeline, holding the tube inflate
righting straps and
leaning backwards
13
must be cleared of
the buoyant
equipment before
it will right itself
ESEP100114
ABS
294200
VER
5
299410
299410
297113
297703
293168
293164
291101
291150
Question
Choice A
A liferaft which has inflated bottom-up should be righted
on the water __________.
by standing on the
carbon dioxide
cylinder, holding
the righting straps
and leaning
backwards
A liferaft with a capacity of 8 people in
ocean service is required by
regulation to carry __________.
A liferaft with a capacity of 8 people in
ocean service is required by
regulation to carry __________.
A liquid having a flash point above
80F, but below 150F, would be
termed a grade __________.
A liquid, as listed on a Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS), having a flash
point below 100F (37.78C) is called
a/an __________.
A load line for a MODU is assigned by
the __________.
Choice B
Choice C
should be righted will right itself
by standing on the when the canopy
lifeline, holding the tube inflates
righting straps and
leaning backwards
Choice D
must be cleared of
the buoyant
equipment before
it will right itself
8 liters of fresh
water
12 liters of fresh
water
12 units of
provisions
24 units of
provisions
8 liters of fresh
water
12 units of
provisions
12 liters of fresh
water
24 units of
provisions
A flammable liquid C flammable liquid D combustible

liquid
E combustible
liquid
viscous liquid
explosive liquid
combustible liquid flammable liquid
Minerals
Management
Service
Department of
Energy
Corps of
Engineers
A load line is assigned to a MODU to mooring tension

insure adequate stability and
__________.
A low velocity fog applicator is held in water pressure
an all-purpose nozzle by a bayonet
joint. The applicator is prevented from
rotating in the joint by __________.
riser tension
lifesaving
equipment
a keeper screw
a spring-loaded
catch
a locknut
water pressure
A low velocity fog applicator is
retained in an all-purpose nozzle by a
bayonet joint. The applicator is
prevented from rotating in the joint by
__________.
a locknut
a keeper screw
a spring-loaded
catch
14
Illustration
a recognized
classification
society approved
by the Coast
Guard
structural strength
ESEP100114
ABS
291002
VER
2
292702
299350
299304
296400
296400
A man has suffered a burn on the

Minor burn
arm. There is a reddening of the skin
but no other apparent damage. This
is an example of what kind of burn?
298203
296403
293258
A method NOT usually allowed for

skimmers
straw
cleaning up oil spills would be the use
of __________.
A minor heat burn of the eye should
gently flooding with warming the eye
be treated by __________.
water
with moist warm
packs
A MODU is inclined at an angle of loll. positive
negative
In the absence of external forces, the
righting arm (GZ) is __________.
298712
298713
Question
Choice A
A low velocity fog applicator is used in apply large
firefighting to __________.
droplets of foam
Choice B
cool and smother
the fire
Choice C
break up burning
embers
A magnesium fire would be classified

as a __________.
A magnetic compass card is marked
in how many degrees?
A man aboard a vessel, signaling by
raising and lowering his outstretched
arms to each side, is indicating
__________.
A man has suffered a burn on his arm
characterized by reddening of the
skin, blistering, and swelling. This is
an example of what kind of burn?
class A
class B
class C
Choice D
extinguish hard to
reach electrical
fires
class D
90
180
360
400
all is clear, it is
safe to approach
a distress signal
danger, stay away all is clear, it is

safe to pass
Major burn
Third degree burn Second degree

burn
Blister burn
Superficial burn
Extremity burn
First degree burn
dispersants
sawdust
laying the person

flat on his back
mineral oil drops

directly on the eye
zero
vertical
A MODU is required to carry an Oil

discharge of
sounding levels of
Record Book to log entries in the book ballast or cleaning all fuel tanks on a
regarding the __________.
water from fuel
daily basis
tanks
A MODU is required to carry an Oil
one year
two years
Record Book, and must maintain the
book on board for __________.
15
Illustration
grade and specific fuel consumption

gravity of all fuel oil rates on a weekly
carried
basis
three years
four years
ESEP100114
ABS
294419
VER
1
Question
A MODU must have a self-contained
breathing apparatus to be used as
protection from gas leaking from a
refrigeration unit. To meet this
requirement, you may use
__________.
Choice A
a gas mask
certified by the
Mine Safety and
Health
Administration
Choice B
the same selfcontained
breathing
apparatus required
with the fireman's
outfit
Choice C
an oxygen
breathing
apparatus,
provided that the
device has been
inspected within
three years
Choice D
a portable
ventilation system
that will provide a
complete change
of air every three
minutes
298016
A ocean going ship having an

inoperative oily water separator may
dispose of its bilge slops by
__________.
circulating them
through the lube oil
purifier to remove
water and debris
holding its slops

onboard until they
can be discharged
to a shore side
reception facility
pumping them into

a settling tank for
separation before
pumping the oily
water residue
overboard
296600
A patient suffering from heat

exhaustion should first be
__________.
slowly operating
the bilge pump at
half capacity so
that it never
completely
dewaters the
bilges
given mild
seawater solution
to drink to replace
salt and fluids
kept standing and

encouraged to
walk slowly and
continuously
given a glass of
moved to a cool
water and told to
room and told to lie
return to work after down
15 minutes of rest
296600
A patient suffering from heat

exhaustion should first be
__________.
given a mild
seawater solution
to drink to replace
salt and fluids
kept standing and

encouraged to
walk slowly and
continuously
given a glass of
moved to a cool
water and told to
room and told to lie
return to work after down
15 minutes of rest
299206
A person has fallen overboard and is an approach from

being picked up with a rescue boat. If leeward
the person appears in danger of
drowning, the rescue boat should be
maneuvered to make __________.
an approach from
windward
the most direct

approach
296104
A person has suffered a laceration of

the arm. Severe bleeding has been
controlled by using a sterile dressing
and direct pressure. Which of the
following actions should be taken
next?
Apply a tourniquet Apply a pressure

to prevent the
bandage over the
bleeding from
dressing.
restarting.
16
Illustration
an approach
across the wind
Remove any small Administer fluids to

foreign matter and assist the body in
replacing the lost
apply antiseptic.
blood.
ESEP100114
ABS
291103
VER
1
298554
298552
Question
Choice A
Choice B
A person manning a fire hose under
solid stream to fog shut to solid
pressure with an all-purpose nozzle
stream
attached should be aware that the
nozzle is most difficult to control when
the handle position is changed from
__________.
A person on a fixed or floating
3 nautical miles
5 nautical miles
platform engaged in oil exploration
MAY discharge food waste into the
sea when the distance from the
nearest land is at least __________.
Choice C
Choice D
low velocity to high fog to shut
velocity fog
12 nautical miles
25 nautical miles
A person on a fixed, or floating

food waste
platform engaged in oil exploration,
located 10 nautical miles from nearest
land MAY discharge __________.
food, ground to
less than 1"
paper, ground to
less than 1"
none of the above
296113
A person reports to you with a

fishhook in his thumb. To remove it
you should __________.
have a surgeon
remove it
pull it out with

pliers
cut the skin from

around the hook
296103
pull it out with

pliers
cut the skin from

around the hook
296002
296001
296200
A person reports to you with a

fishhook in their thumb. The accepted
procedure for removing it should be to
__________.
A person suffering from a heart attack
may show which of the following
symptoms?
A person suffering from a heart attack
may show which of the following
symptoms?
A person suffering from possible
broken bones and internal injuries
should __________.
push the barb

through, cut it off,
then remove the
hook
have a surgeon
remove it
push the barb

through, cut it off,
and then remove
the hook
Pain in the left arm Nausea
Shortness of
breath
All the above
Shortness of
breath
Pain in the left arm Nausea
All of the above
be assisted in
walking around
be examined then not be moved, but

walked to a bunk made comfortable
until medical
assistance arrives,
provided he is in a
safe environment
not be allowed to
lie down where
injured but moved
to a chair or bunk
17
Illustration
ESEP100114
ABS
299458
VER
1
294112
294010
A person who observes an individual

fall overboard from an OSV should
__________.
291601
294308
A portable foam fire extinguisher

carried aboard a tank vessel must be
recharged every __________.
A qualified person must be assigned 20 persons
as the second in command of a
lifeboat on a MODU if the lifeboat has
a capacity of more than __________.
293265
294204
11
297702
297702
Question
A person who gets battery acid in an
eye should IMMEDIATELY wash the
eye with __________.
A person who observes an individual
fall overboard from a MODU should
__________.
Choice A
Choice B
boric acid solution water
immediately jump
into the water to
assist the
individual
immediately jump
into the water to
assist the
individual
3 months
Choice C
baking soda
solution
Choice D
ammonia
go to the control
room for the
distress flares
call for help and

run to the radio
keep the individual room to send an
in sight
emergency
message
call for help and
run to the radio
keep the individual room to send an
in sight
emergency
message
6 months
9 months
12 months
30 persons
40 persons
50 persons
large 'GM'
high center of
gravity
excessive free
surfaces
small 'GZ'
cutting the straps

that enclose the
container
removing the
loosening the
rubber sealing strip turnbuckle on the
from the container securing strap
pushing the button

on the hydrostatic
release
A reproductive health hazard, listed on pyrophoric

a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS),
that can damage the fetus during
development is called a __________.
teratogen
mutagen
cryogenic
A reproductive health hazard, listed on cryogenic

a Material Safety Date Sheet (MSDS),
that can cause genetic changes in
sperm or egg cells is called a
__________.
carcinogen
teratogen
mutagen
A quick and rapid motion of a MODU

in a seaway is an indication of
__________.
A raft should be manually released
from its cradle by __________.
18
Illustration
go to the control
room for the
distress flares
ESEP100114
ABS
299453
VER
1
294315
299102
299103
294203
294203
Question
A rescuer can most easily determine
whether or not an adult victim has a
pulse by checking the pulse at the
__________.
A right-handed propeller will cause the
survival craft to __________.
Choice A
Choice B
carotid artery in the femoral artery in
neck
the groin
Choice C
brachial artery in
the arm
Choice D
radial artery in the
wrist
right the survival

craft if capsized
life cushion
run faster than a

left-handed
propeller
life preserver
buoyant apparatus
A rigid lifesaving device designed for a life ring

group of survivors to hold on to while
in the water would be correctly called
a __________.
A safety feature provided on all
overhead safety
inflatable liferafts is __________.
straps
life float
inflatable liferaft
survival capsule
built in seats
internal releasing
hooks
the use of water

stabilizing pockets
A safety feature provided on all

inflatable liferafts is __________.
built in seats
internal releasing
hooks
the use of water

stabilizing pockets
292053
A safety outlet is provided on the CO2 over pressurization rupture of cylinder over pressurization flooding of a space
discharge piping to prevent
of the space being due to temperature of the CO2
where personnel
__________.
flooded
increase
discharge piping
are present
292003
A safety 'ring pin' is usually inserted in the cylinder valve the handle from
the handle of a CO2 fire extinguisher from coming loose contacting the
to prevent __________.
cylinder
299152
A sea anchor is __________.
walk the stern to

starboard in
reverse
A rigid lifesaving device designed for a liferaft
group of survivors to hold on to while
in the water is defined as a _______.
walk the stern to

port in reverse
overhead safety
straps
contamination of
the valve parts
Illustration
accidental
discharge from the
extinguisher
a cone shaped bag a pad eye to which made of wood, if it

used to slow down the sea anchor is is an approved
the wind drift effect made fast
type
a heavy metal
anchor with an
extra long line
used to anchor in
deep water
19
ESEP100114
ABS
296101
VER
1
298009
Question
Choice A
A seaman has sustained a small,
Wrap a tight
gaping laceration of the arm requiring bandage around
sutures to close if medical facilities
the wound.
were available. Which of the following
remedies can be done to temporarily
close the wound?
Choice B
Gently close the
wound and while
holding it closed
apply a
compression
bandage.
Choice C
Use temporary
stitches of sail
twine.
Choice D
Apply butterfly
strips and cover
with a sterile
dressing.
A segregated ballast system is a

system where __________.
all ballast is
processed through
the oily water
separator
ballast is taken on
and discharged
through a separate
main deck riser
ballast and cargo

tanks are
separated by
cofferdams
all ballast lines,

tanks, and pumps
are independent of
those used for oil
298013
A self-propelled ship of 400 gross

tons, constructed in January 1974,
may carry fuel oil in tanks forward of
the collision bulkhead, if such tanks
were __________.
designated for fuel installed for fuel oil designated,

oil carriage after
carriage on August installed, or
Jan 31, 1975
1, 1974
constructed for fuel
oil carriage before
July 1, 1974
294317
A self-righting survival craft will return are seated with

to an upright position provided that all seatbelts on and
personnel __________.
doors shut
are seated with

seatbelts on and
doors open
are to shift to one

side to right it
escape from the

craft
298110
A ship of 6000 gross tons constructed 5 gallons

after June 30, 1974, must have a
fixed container, or enclosed deck area
under or around each fuel oil vent,
overflow, and fill pipe. This fixed
container, or enclosed deck area must
have a capacity of at least
__________.
21 gallons
1/2 barrel
1 barrel
20
Illustration
designed for cargo

oil using
specifications from
1976 Pollution
Prevention
Regulations
ESEP100114
ABS
298905
VER
1
Question
A shipboard oil pollution emergency
plan is required of __________.
Choice A
all vessels,
regardless of size
and commercial
application
Choice B
any barge or other
ship which is
constructed or
operated in such a
manner that no oil
in any form can be
carried aboard
299460
A shipmate chokes suddenly, cannot

speak, and starts to turn blue. You
should __________.
perform the
Heimlich
maneuver
make the victim lye immediately

down with the feet administer CPR
elevated to get
blood to the brain
299462
299462
291959
administer oxygen immediately check

his pulse and start
CPR
immediately give a make the victim
stimulant, by force comfortable in a
bunk
if necessary
14.7 PSIA and 0
150 PSIG and 72
degrees
degrees
Fahrenheit
Fahrenheit
290302
A shipmate suffers a heart attack and

stops breathing. You must
__________.
A shipmate suffers a heart attack and
stops breathing. You must
__________.
A ship's low-pressure CO2 fixed fire
extinguishing system is normally
designed for a storage tank pressure
and temperature of approximately
__________.
A simple precaution to reduce the
possibility of accidental fires in the
paint locker, is to __________.
293265
Illustration
Choice D
an oil tanker of 400
gross tons and
above, or other
ships of 150 gross
tons and above
do nothing until the

victim becomes
unconscious
make the victim

comfortable in a
bunk
administer oxygen
immediately give a
stimulant, by force
if necessary
immediately start
CPR
300 PSIG and 0

degrees
Fahrenheit
1500 PSIG and 72

degrees
Fahrenheit
label the fixed

store paint cans on not allow oily rags place a portable
firefighting system metal shelves only to accumulate in
fire extinguisher
the space
immediately
outside the locker
A slow and easy motion of a MODU in small 'GM'

a seaway is an indication of
__________.
Choice C
an oil tanker of 150
gross tons or
above, or other
ship of 400 gross
tons or above
low center of
gravity
21
a stiff vessel
large 'GZ'
ESEP100114
ABS
291954
VER
2
291102
10
A solid stream of water is produced by pushed all the way pushed forward
an all-purpose firefighting nozzle when forward
one notch
the handle is __________.
291055
A solid stream of water might be

useful in fighting a burning oil fire on
deck when it is used __________.
297705
A specific document which identifies a Hazardous

chemical, and lists its physical
Chemical
properties, health hazards, required
Information Sheet
controls, firefighting procedures, clean
up methods, waste disposal, and the
safe handling and storage
requirements, is commonly called a
__________.
Physical/Chemical Material Safety

Characteristics
Data Sheet
Document
Hazardous
Chemical Loading
Document
292104
A squeeze-grip type carbon dioxide

portable fire extinguisher has been
partially discharged. What is the
proper action to take?
The extinguisher
should be returned
to its proper
location for future
availability for use
as long as the
weight loss is no
more than 15%.
The extinguisher
should be returned
to its proper
location for future
as long as the
weight loss is no
more than 25%.
Question
A small fire is reported in the forward
cargo hold on a vessel equipped with
a combination smoke
detection/carbon dioxide fixed fire
extinguishing system. After ensuring
the space is unoccupied and properly
sealed off, you should NEXT
__________.
Choice A
operate the control
heads mounted on
the main pilot
cylinders
Choice B
close all three-way
valve levers that
are in the detecting
position with the
exception of the
valve(s) to the
involved space
Choice C
open the three-way
valve whose
number (on the
handle)
corresponds with
the line index chart
number for the
space on fire
Choice D
lock the smoke
detector indicator
on the monitoring
line, which
automatically
activates the CO2
extinguishing
system
pulled halfway
back
pulled all the way

back
Illustration
to wash burning oil to provide cooling in conjunction with to cool the main
over the side
for the fire fighters chemical foam
deck
The extinguisher
should be returned
to its proper
location for future
regardless of
weight.
22
The extinguisher
should be replaced
with a fullycharged spare and
re-charged before
it can be available
for use.
ESEP100114
ABS
294349
VER
1
293136
291055
290202
297652
297660
298109
Question
A standard procedure for the
emergency disinfection of water in a
potable water tank is to add a small
amount of standard laundry liquid
chlorine bleach to the water tank.
Approximately how much bleach
would be considered appropriate to
add to a tank containing 1000 gallons
of water?
A stiff wind has caused a difference to
occur between the port and starboard
drafts. This condition is known as
__________.
A straight stream of water should be
used to extinguish __________.
A tank has been sealed and
unventilated for a long period of time.
Which of the following statements is
true?
A tank or compartment is "gas free"
when there is an absence of
dangerous concentrations of
__________.
A tank or compartment is considered
gas free when it is free of dangerous
concentrations of __________.
Choice A
one pint
Choice B
one quart
Choice C
one gallon
Choice D
two gallons
list
heel
trim
flotation
galley grease fires fuel oil fires

The tank is safe to The tank is
enter.
especially
dangerous to
enter.
all flammable
any combustible
liquids
liquid
a fire in the paint

locker
Water vapor
present when the
tank was sealed
has oxidized.
flammable or toxic residues from
gases
cargo oil
all flammable
liquids
any combustible
liquid
flammable or toxic all cargo oil

gases
inside transfer
hose diameter or
loading arm
nominal pipe size
diameter
number of cargo
oil tank vents,
overflows and fill
pipe connections
A tank vessel with an oil cargo

cargo oil service
capacity of 5000 barrels is required by pressure
regulations to have a fixed container,
or enclosed deck area under or
around each oil loading manifold and
each oil transfer connection point. The
capacity of these containment areas is
based upon __________.
23
Illustration
burning bedding
materials
Carbon monoxide
is present.
all of the above
ESEP100114
ABS
290202
VER
5
291408
Question
Choice A
A tank which has been sealed for a
steel surfaces
long period of time can be dangerous consume oxygen
because __________.
by rusting
Choice B
sealed tanks
usually form a
vacuum
Choice C
moisture
condenses in the
tank, displacing
the oxygen
A tankship has 40 gallons of 6% foam 200 gallons

concentrate aboard. Approximately
how much foam solution can be
produced from this supply?
420 gallons
667 gallons
Illustration
Choice D
most tank coatings
give off poisonous
vapors in the
presence of
moisture
986 gallons
290650
A three inch overboard discharge line, 45 strokes per

located six feet below the waterline,
minute
has ruptured and separated from the
hull. What would be the minimum
number of strokes per minute required
from a 10" x 8" x 11" duplex double
acting reciprocating bilge pump,
operating at 93% efficiency, to keep
the bilge level from continuing to rise?
56 strokes per
minute
87 strokes per
minute
98 strokes per
minute
SF-0034
290650

minute
56 strokes per
minute
87 strokes per
minute
98 strokes per
minute
SF-0034
24
ESEP100114
ABS
290650
VER
3
Question
Choice A
minute
Choice B
56 strokes per
minute
Choice C
87 strokes per
minute
Choice D
98 strokes per
minute
Illustration
SF-0034
290650

minute
the bilge water level from continuing to
rise?
56 strokes per
minute
87 strokes per
minute
98 strokes per
minute
SF-0034
296100
A tourniquet should be used to control with puncture

bleeding only __________.
wounds
when all other

when the victim is
means have failed unconscious
to prevent bleeding
from minor wounds
290506
'flame relief valve'
'flame stopper'
'safety valve'
'flame arrester'
290612
A tubular type of device designed to

prevent the passage of flames into an
enclosed space is commonly called a
________.
A vapor sample is drawn into the
combustible gas indicator shown in
the illustration. The needle deflects to
the explosive range of the scale and
then returns to rest at 20%. What
does this indicate?
The indicator is
improperly
calibrated.
The concentration
of combustible
vapor in the
sample is twenty
percent.
The concentration
of combustible
vapor in the
sample is twenty
percent of its lower
explosive limit.
The concentration
of combustible
vapor in the
sample is above
the upper
explosive limit.
25
SF-0002
ESEP100114
ABS
292207
VER
5
292207
A vessel has eight B-II CO2 fire

extinguishers. How many spare
extinguishers must the vessel carry?
292207
293102
299355
299355
299355
10
299355
11
299355
299355
299355
299355
299355
299355
299355
A vessel has eight B-II CO2 fire

extinguishers. How many spare units
must the vessel carry?
A vessel having a concentration of
weight toward the top of the vessel is
said to be __________.
A vessel heading ENE is on a course
of __________.
A vessel heading ESE is on a course
of __________.
A vessel heading NE is on a course of
__________.
A vessel heading NNE is on a course
of __________.
A vessel heading NNW is on a course
of __________.
A vessel heading NW is on a course
of __________.
A vessel heading SE is on a course of
__________.
A vessel heading SSE is on a course
of __________.
A vessel heading SSW is on a course
of __________.
A vessel heading SW is on a course
of __________.
A vessel heading WSW is on a course
of __________.
Question
A vessel carries a total of ten B-II CO2 0
fire extinguishers. How many spare
extinguishers must the vessel carry?
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
10
stiff
tender
buoyant
neutral
022.5
045.0
067.5
090.0
112.5
135.0
157.5
180.0
022.5
045.0
067.5
090.0
022.5
045.0
067.5
090.0
274.5
292.0
315.5
337.5
274.5
292.0
315.5
337.5
112.5
135.0
157.5
180.0
112.5
135.0
157.5
180.0
202.5
225.0
247.5
270.5
202.5
225.0
247.5
270.5
202.5
225.0
247.5
271.0
26
Illustration
ESEP100114
ABS
293100
VER
3
298001
293022
293133
293043
293100
293100
Question
A vessel is subjected to 'hogging'
when it __________.
Choice A
Choice B
has its main deck has its bottom
under compressive plating under
stress
tensile stress
A vessel over 100 gross tons in

coastwise service is to deballast its
fuel tanks to a facility while in port.
This vessel must have a/an
__________.
A vessel should normally behave as if
all of its weight is acting downward
through the center of gravity and all of
its support is acting upward through
the __________.
deballasting pump stop-check valve

which is
located at the
independent of the pump discharge
ballasting pump
keel
center of buoyancy tipping center
amidships section
A vessel trimmed down by the bow

has __________.
A vessel which has been holed as
shown in the illustration, will probably
__________.
A vessel which is subjected to
'hogging' __________.
a greater draft
forward than aft
flood until a state
of equilibrium is
reached
has its main deck
under compressive
stress
zero trim
a greater draft aft

than forward
all of the above
has its main deck

plating under
tensile stress
has its bottom

has its bottom
plate under tensile plating under
stress
ductile stress

'hogging' has its __________.
main deck under

compressive
stress
main deck plating

under tensile
stress
293101

'sagging' __________.
has its main deck

under tensile
stress
has its bottom

plating under
tensile stress
bottom plate under bottom and deck

shearing stress
plating under
compressive
stress
is supported on a is said to be under
wave whose crest a form of
is amidships
transverse bending
293207
A vessel whose fuel tanks are half full free surface effect serious loss of
reserve buoyancy
is subject to __________.
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Choice C
is supported on a
wave whose crests
are at the bow and
stern
oil and water
separator to retain
oily waste in a
holding tank
a low mean draft
reduce transverse result in a loss of

stability
reserve buoyancy
severe sagging
Choice D
is supported on a
wave whose crest
is amidships
Illustration
adapter or shore
connection made
in accordance with
33 CFR Part 155
SF-0005
severe hogging
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A vessel's stability normally increases center of gravity is center of buoyancy reserve buoyancy
when tanks are ballasted because the lowered
is lowered
is increased
vessel's __________.
freeboard is
increased
296401
A victim has suffered a second degree

burn to a small area of the lower arm.
Which of the following statements
represents the proper treatment for
this injury?
Immerse the arm

in cool water for 1
to 2 hours, apply
burn ointment,
and bandage.
Open any blisters

with a sterile
needle, apply burn
ointment, and
bandage.
Apply burn
ointment, remove
any foreign
material, and
insure that nothing
is in contact with
the burn.
Immerse the arm

in cold water for 1
to 2 hours, open
any blister, and
apply burn
ointment.
299460
A victim is coughing and wheezing

from a partial obstruction of the
airway. An observer should
__________.
perform the
Heimlich
maneuver
immediately start
CPR
give back blows

and something to
drink
allow the person to

continue coughing
and dislodge the
obstruction on his
own
293252
A virtual rise in the center of gravity of filling a partially

a MODU may be caused by
filled tank
__________.
293252
A virtual rise in the center of gravity of filling a partially

a MODU may be caused by
filled tank
__________.
using an onboard
crane to lift a freely
swinging heavy
object
using fuel from a
pressed fuel tank
emptying a partially transferring pipe

filled tank
from the setback
area to the pipe
rack
emptying a partially transferring pipe
filled tank
from the setback
area to the pipe
rack
Question
A vessel would most likely develop a
list if you were __________.
Choice A
Choice B
burning fuel from a using water from
centerline tank
two equally sized
tanks on either
side of the
centerline
simultaneously
A vessel's center of gravity is lowered freeboard is
tanks are ballasted
when the __________.
increased
A vessel's stability is greatly reduced Tanks which are
Tanks which have
by liquid free surface. Which of the
95% full.
been pressed up
listed conditions would develop the
to full capacity.
greatest adverse effect?
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Choice C
using fuel from
tanks on the port
side only
Choice D
using water from
the fore peak tank
Illustration
reserve buoyancy trim is increased

increases
Tanks which have Tanks which are
been completely
40% full.
emptied.
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According the Pollution Prevention

126 gallons
Regulations, a tank vessel with a total
capacity of over 250,000 barrels of
cargo oil, having two loading arms
with a nominal pipe size diameter of
10 inches, must have under each
loading manifold a fixed container or
an enclosed deck area having a
minimum capacity of __________.
168 gallons
252 gallons
299005
According to 33 CFR Part 151, a

incinerated ash at
vessel sailing through specific "special anytime
areas" may discharge or dispose of
__________.
fairly dense
material that will
sink, i.e. metal
cans or glass
bottles at anytime
victual waste when absolutely no

at least 12 nautical garbage at anytime
miles from shore
Question
Choice A
A weather tight door on a MODU must in 50 knot winds
not allow water to penetrate into the
unit __________.
A written document identifying
HCIS
chemical material, listing its physical
properties, describing health hazards,
required controls, correct procedures
for firefighting, spill or leak cleanup,
waste disposal, and the safe handling
and storage of the material, is called
an __________.
Aboard a MODU, a CO2 fire
extinguisher must be weighed
__________.
Aboard a survival craft, ether can be
used to __________.
monthly
Choice B
in 70 knot winds
Choice C
in 100 knot winds
Choice D
in any sea
condition
MSDS
PELS
PPES
quarterly
semiannually
annually
Illustration
start the engine in aid in helping

prime the sprinkler prime the air
cold weather
personnel breathe system
supply
29
491 gallons
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Question
According to 33 CFR Part 151, all
tankships of 150 GT and above and
all other ships of 400 GT and above,
are required to prepare and maintain
a USCG approved __________.
Choice B
oil discharge plan
Choice C
shipboard oil
pollution
emergency plan
Choice D
vapor recovery
procedures plan
According to 33 CFR Part 151,

annually by the
shipboard oil pollution emergency
owner and a letter
plans must be reviewed __________. submitted six
months prior to
expiration
only once every

five years and a
letter submitted six
months prior to
expiration
and the entire plan

resubmitted for
approval once
every five years,
six months prior to
expiration
annually by the
owner and submit
a letter to the
Coast Guard within
one month of the
anniversary date of
the plan approval
According to 33 CFR Part 151, when

off loading garbage to another ship,
your records must identify the ships
name and __________.
overall length
operator's name of ships official

record
number
records kept
onboard for three
years
298903
According to 33 CFR Part 151, which

of the following is NOT required to be
provided as part of the appendixes of
the Shipboard Oil Pollution
Emergency Plan?
a list of agencies
or officials in
regularly visited
ports
a list of personnel
duty assignments
298101

1500 gross ton freight vessel, with a
keel laid in 1969, must have a fuel oil
discharge containment for the fuel
tank vents. This containment must
consist of __________.
a list of agencies
or officials of
Coastal State
administrations
responsible for
receiving and
processing
incident reports
self-closing
scupper drains
Choice A
synthetic plastic
discharge plan
a list which
specifies who will
be responsible for
informing the
parties listed and
the priority in which
they must be
notified
portable containers 20 inch high
of at least 5 U.S.
comings
gallon capacity
30
Illustration
a container with a
capacity of 3
barrels if it serves
one or more vents;
each with an inside
diameter of 3
inches or more
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Choice A
to a level
corresponding to
the bottom of the
expansion trunk
Choice B
to a level
corresponding to
98.5 % of the
cargo tank volume
100 pounds
the pressure of the the pressure

relief valve setting applied by the
shore side pump
1 1/2 times the

maximum
allowable working
pressure
According to 33 CFR Part 156, each

pressure gage used in an oil transfer
operation must be accurate to within
__________.
According to 33 CFR Part 156, no
person may serve as the person-incharge of oil transfer operations on
more than one vessel at a time
__________.
According to 33 CFR, records of
garbage disposal are required to be
maintained __________.
1 percent
3 percent
5 percent
10 percent
under any
circumstances
unless authorized
by the Captain of
the Port
unless radio
unless the vessels
communication is are moored clear
set up between the of all docks
vessels
until each
until the end of
quadrennial Coast each voyage
Guard inspection
125 mm
According to 33 CFR's, an
oceangoing ship of over 400 gross
tons must be fitted with a standard
discharge shore connection. What
size bolt circle diameter is required for
this shore connection to transfer oily
ballast to a shore side reception
facility?
According to 33 CFR's, the approval one year
period for a shipboard oil pollution
emergency plan expires after
__________.
31
Choice C
to a level
corresponding to 1
to 3 inches from
the tank top
Illustration
Choice D
to a level
corresponding to 1
to 3 inches from
top of the vent pipe
Question
According to 33 CFR Part 155, to
prevent the overflow of cargo tanks
due to thermal expansion, to what is
the maximum level that cargo tanks
are allowed to be filled for topping-off
purposes?
According to 33 CFR Part 156, during
annual inspection, each nonmetallic
oil transfer hose which is tested, must
not burst, bulge, leak, or abnormally
distort under a static liquid pressure of
__________.
for a minimum of
one year
for a minimum of
two years
183 mm
215 mm
250 mm
two years
four years
five years
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Question
Choice A
Choice B
According to 46 CFR Part 108, when check valve
shut off valve at a
fire pumps are used for purposes
installed in the line manifold near the
other than firefighting service, each
pump
pipe connection to the other service
(except for branch lines used for deck
washing) must have a __________.
cylinder used for storing CO2 in a
fixed firefighting system must be
hydrostatically retested and
restamped every __________.
According to 46 CFR Part 153, each
inert gas system must be capable of
maintaining a minimum gas pressure
of __________.
emergency signals for use on
passenger vessels are to be
conspicuously posted and listed
__________.
According to 46 CFR Part 199, on a
cargo vessel, fire and boat drills must
be held within 24 hours of leaving port
if the percentage of the crew replaced
is more than __________.
According to 46 CFR Part 199, the
maximum lowering speed for a
lifeboat on gravity davits must not be
more than __________.
According to 46 CFR Part 32, a cargo
pump driven by an internal
combustion engine on the weather
deck must have __________.
Choice C
quick disconnect
union within ten
feet of the pump
Illustration
Choice D
regulator in the line
set at 125 psi
once in every
calendar year
5 years
8 years
12 years
0.5 psig
1.0 psig
3.0 psig
14.7 psig
on the Emergency at each Muster

Instructions Cabin Station
Poster
at normally
occupied spaces
All of the above
5%
25%
40%
70 feet per minute 114 feet per

minute
256 feet per

minute
500 feet per

minute
one remote
manual shutdown
station
three remote
manual shutdown
stations located
fore, aft, and at the
midpoint
four remote
manual shutdown
stations located
fore, aft, port side
midpoint, and
starboard side
midpoint
10%
32
two remote manual

shutdown stations
located fore and
aft
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containers which exceed a capacity of
five gallons and contain flammable
liquids and gases other than diesel
fuel must be stowed __________.
Choice A
in containers
labeled in
accordance with
ABS requirements
for flammable
liquids and gases
Choice B
on or above the
weather deck in
locations
designated by the
master
Illustration
Choice C
Choice D
below the weather on the lowest level
deck in a paint or of the engine room
lamp locker
in locations
designated by the
chief engineer
290552
According to 46 CFR Part 76, which of

the following statements is true
regarding sprinkler heads which are
normally activated by the melting of a
fusible link?
Sprinkler heads
installed in the
galley would have
a higher melting
point fusible link
than those
installed in the
living spaces.
Sprinkler heads
installed in the
galley and living
spaces would have
the same fusible
link melting point.
None of the above;

sprinkler heads
with fusible links
are prohibited
aboard U.S. flag
vessels.
292204
According to 46 CFR Part 95, a fixed

CO2 fire fighting system which
contains a maximum of 2450 pounds
of carbon dioxide to be maintained
aboard the vessel, the minimum
nominal pipe size of the fixed system
branch lines to the various spaces
must be __________.
Sprinkler heads
installed in the
living spaces
would have a
higher melting
point fusible link
than those
installed in the
galley.
1.5 inches
2 inches
2.5 inches
3 inches
291951
10

machinery spaces cargo
automatic mechanical ventilation
compartments
shutdown is required for CO2 systems
protecting the vessels __________.
living quarters
storerooms
291207
According to 46 CFR part 95, each

shipboard fire hydrant is required to
have at least one spanner wrench,
one length of fire hose and one
__________.
foam applicator
pick ax
hose stowage rack hand-portable

extinguisher
33
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Question
carbon dioxide cylinders of a fixed fire
extinguishing system may be located
inside the protected space if the
quantity of CO2 required to protect
that space is not more than
__________.
According to 46 CFR Part 95, which of
the following statements is FALSE
concerning the regulations pertaining
to the carbon dioxide cylinder room for
a CO2 fixed fire extinguishing
system?
Choice A
300 pounds
Choice B
400 pounds
Choice C
500 pounds
Choice D
600 pounds
The ambient
temperature of the
room should never
be allowed to
exceed 130
degrees
Fahrenheit.
According to 46 CFR part 95, which of 2.5 gallons of foam 20 pounds of dry
the listed fire extinguishers would be
chemical
considered hand portable/semi
portable and capable of combating a
class "B" fire?
The door must be

kept unlocked.
The compartment
shall be clearly
identified and
marked.
35 pounds of
carbon dioxide
All of the above
According to 46 CFR part 95, which of 2.5 gallons of foam 10 pounds of dry
the listed fire extinguishers would be
chemical
considered hand portable and capable
of combating a class "B" fire?
15 pounds of
carbon dioxide
All of the above
294420
291251

recommended equipment for
fireman's outfit includes a lifeline. The
lifeline should be __________.
According to 46 CFR, a ships fire
main system must have enough fire
hydrants for each accessible space to
be reached with __________.
290505
The compartment
must be properly
ventilated.
made of steel or
bronze wire rope
a minimum of 1
inch diameter
new nylon rope
a minimum of 25
feet in length
a low velocity
spray applicator
a water spray or
solid stream
at least two
streams of water
from separate
outlets
at least 25 psi
delivered pressure
10 x 10
20 x 20
30 x 30
According to 46 CFR, a single layer of 8 x 8

tank vent flame screen must be
composed of corrosion resistant wire
and at least a mesh of __________.
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Illustration
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Question
Choice A
According to 46 CFR, all mariners
2 hours following
directly involved in a "Serious Marine the incident
Incident" are prohibited from
consuming alcohol until alcohol testing
has been performed for _____.
Choice B
4 hours following
the incident
According to 46 CFR, the float free

link attached to a sea painter on a
liferaft shall have a breaking strength
of __________.
200-268 lbs for

buoyant apparatus
with a capacity of
11 to 20 persons
295210
According to 46 CFR, what accident

situation on a vessel would be
considered by the Coast Guard as a
"Serious Marine Incident"?
294005
According to 46 CFRs Part 199, for

1
each passenger vessel normally
operating above 32 degrees north
latitude, the minimum number of
immersion suits to be carried for each
lifeboat is at least __________.
291070
291431
According to 46 CFR's Part 96, what

is the minimum period of time that an
approved self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) is required to
provide an air supply?
According to 46 CFR's, a fixed foam
system aboard a tank vessel
constructed in 1968, must be
designed to supply foam for a
minimum of __________.
100-134 lbs for

buoyant apparatus
with a capacity of
10 persons or less
Choice C
6 hours following
the incident
Choice D
8 hours following
the incident
Illustration
400-536 lbs for

All of the above
buoyant apparatus
with a capacity of
21 persons or
more
An injury to a crew Damage to
A discharge of
All of the above.
member which
property in excess 10,000 gallons or
renders that
of $100,000.
more of oil into
person unfit to
navigable waters
perform routine
of the U.S.
vessel duties and
requires
professional
medical treatment.
2
10 minutes
15 minutes
30 minutes
60 minutes
3 minutes
7 minutes
12 minutes
15 minutes
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According to 46 CFR's, all mariners
directly involved in a "Serious Marine
Incident" are required to submit a
urine specimen for screening of
dangerous drug use within ______.
Choice A
2 hours
Choice B
12 hours
295212
According to 46 CFR's, all mariners

directly involved in a "Serious Marine
Incident" are required to submit to
alcohol testing within ______.
2 hours following
the incident
12 hours following 24 hours following 32 hours following

the incident
the incident
the incident
295214
According to 46 CFR's, besides

Saliva
analyzing a mariner's breath for
alcohol, what other specimen would
be acceptable for alcohol level testing
following a "Serious Marine Incident"?
292404
According to CFR 91.25-20, the

oiling the hinge on examining seal on renewing handle
performance of annual preventive
piece No. 3
cylinder piece No. return spring in
maintenance on the fire extinguisher
4
piece No. 1
illustrated, by the vessel's crew, would
include what item?
hydrostatically
testing piece No. 6
290702
290504
One emergency
According to CFRs, how many
emergency outfits are required to be outfit
carried onboard all tankships over
1,000 gross tons?
According to CFRs, open tank
flame screens
hatches from tanks which are not gas
free, and unattended, must be
protected by __________.
Skin
36
Choice C
24 hours
Hair
Choice D
32 hours
Illustration
Cuticle
Two emergency
outfits
Three emergency
outfits
Four emergency
outfits
warning signs
P.V. valves
stop-check valves
SF-0006
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According to Coast Guard

Captain of the Port Officer-In-Charge, District
Regulations (33 CFR), a "suspension
Marine Inspection Commander
order" to suspend oil transfer
operations can be withdrawn by the
appropriate __________.
all of the above
298039
According to Coast Guard regulations

(33 CFR), which of the following
describes items pertinent to waste
management plans?
A description of
the vessel's
procedure for
collecting,
processing, storing
and discharging
garbage shall be
provided.
The plan will

include the
responsibilities of
all personnel
required to assist
in the collection of
garbage onboard
the vessel.
No official plan in
writing is required;
however, all
established
routines shall
continue to be
adhered to and
followed.
295008

Regulations (46 CFR Part 199), all
United States merchant vessels are
required to have muster lists to be
posted __________.
on the navigating
bridge
in the engine room in the crew

accommodation
spaces
Question
According to Coast Guard Pollution
Prevention Regulations (33 CFR),
each hose assembly used for
transferring oil must have a
__________.
Choice A
minimum design
burst pressure of
at least 250 psi
Choice B
minimum burst
pressure of at least
two times the sum
of the relief valve
pressure plus the
static head
pressure of the oil
transfer system
where the hose is
installed
37
Choice C
maximum
allowable working
pressure (MAWP)
for each hose
assembly must be
more than the sum
of the relief valve
setting plus the
static head
pressure of the
transfer system,
where the hose is
installed.
If the vessel is
over forty feet in
length, the plan
shall be submitted
in writing to the
Officer In Charge
of Marine
Inspection.
Illustration
Choice D
distinct marking on
the female end to
identify the
manufacturer of
the hose
all of the above
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Question
Regulations (46 CFR Part 35), a
pressure-demand, open circuit, self
contained breathing apparatus
(SCBA) shall have a minimum of how
many minutes air supply.
bulkhead capable of preventing the
passage of smoke and flame for one
hour would be classified as a/an
__________.
Regulations (46 CFR Part 95.50), how
many B-II hand portable fire
extinguishers are required in a space
containing two 4000 bhp main
propulsion diesel engines?
Regulations (46 CFR) for uninspected
vessels, all hand portable fire
extinguishers must be approved by
the __________.
Regulations (46 CFR), a 10 pound dry
chemical extinguisher is equivalent to
a __________.
Regulations (46 CFR), a 299 gross
ton 2800 horsepower uninspected
motor towing vessel would require
__________.
(46 CFR), a fire door that is held open
by magnets may be found in the
__________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
30
45
60
90
A-60
B-60
C-60
D-60
Two
Four
Six
Eight
American Bureau
of Shipping
National Fire
Protection
Association
National Cargo
Gear Bureau
U.S. Coast Guard
15 pound (6.8 kg)

CO2 fire
extinguisher
1 3/4 gallon (6.6

liter) foam
35 pound (15.8 kg) 12 gallon (45 liter)

CO2 fire
foam
extinguisher
three hand
portable B-II fire
extinguishers
five hand portable six hand portable B-nine hand portable

II fire extinguishers B-II fire
B-II fire
extinguishers
extinguishers
stairway enclosure wheelhouse
38
engine room
Illustration
All of the above
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Question
(46 CFR), A fire door that is held open
by magnets may be found in the
__________.
Regulations (46 CFR), a flammable
liquid with a Reid vapor pressure of 8
1/2 psi or less, and a flash point of
80F or below, is a grade
__________.
Regulations (46 CFR), all exposed
and dangerous areas around
machinery, such as gears and rotating
parts, shall be properly protected with
__________.
Regulations (46 CFR), each fire
hydrant must have at least
__________.
Regulations (46 CFR), fire main cut
out valves shall be sealed open at all
times except when the __________.
Choice A
wheelhouse
Choice B
galley
Choice C
engine room
Illustration
Choice D
stairway enclosure
covers
guards
rails
any of the above
one length of fire

hose with an
approved nozzle
a spanner wrench a hose rack or

other device for
stowing hose
all of the above
fire main is in
actual use
fire main is drained fire pump is

in freezing weather secured
fire main is being

used for wash
down purposes

Regulations (46 CFR), how many 15
pound carbon dioxide fire
extinguishers are required to be
installed in a machinery space
containing an 8,000 horsepower main
propulsion diesel engine?
Regulations (46 CFR), no vessel can
come alongside or remain alongside a
tank vessel while it is loading A, B, or
C grade cargo without having the
permission of the __________.
Four
Six
Eight
Ten
terminal manager
tank ship owner
officer-in-charge of USCG captain of

the vessel which is the port
loading
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Question
Choice A
50 psi
Regulations (46 CFR), on a freight
vessel, each fire pump must be
capable of supplying the two highest
outlets simultaneously, at a Pitot tube
pressure of __________.
Choice B
75 psi
Choice C
125 psi
Choice D
the pump relief
valve setting

Regulations (46 CFR), portable and
semi-portable fire extinguishers are
classified by a letter and numeric
designator. The letter designation
indicates __________.
Regulations (46 CFR), pump room
ventilation on a U.S. flag tanker may
be accomplished by __________.
whether this type the size of the

of extinguisher is extinguisher
to be used on deck
or in machinery
spaces
the type of
extinguishing
agent
the type of fire the

unit could be
expected to
extinguish
steam or air
actuated gas
ejectors
natural ventilators
all of the above

Regulations (46 CFR), the fuel tanks
of motor-propelled lifeboats shall be
__________.
Regulations (46 CFR), the piping,
valves, and fittings for a fixed CO2 fire
extinguishing system shall have a
bursting pressure of not less than
__________.
Regulations (46 CFR), the type of fire
hose coupling threads required for
vessel fire equipment, on or after July
1, 1954, shall be __________.
emptied and gas

constructed so as
freed when the
to be completely
ship is dry-docked spill proof
emptied and the

fuel changed at
least once each
year
6000 psi (41.1
MPa)
power blowers
2000 psi (13.8

MPa)
2800 psi (19.3

MPa)
hydrostatically
tested at each
inspection for
certification
4000 psi (27.5
MPa)
ABS standard
U.L. standard
American standard National standard
A red flag (day),

Regulations (46 CFR), when loading, red light (night)
or discharging oil in bulk at a dock,
which of the following signals must be
displayed?
Illustration
A yellow flag (day), A green flag (day), A signal is not

red light (night)
green light (night) required for
discharging oil,
only gasoline
40
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Question
Choice A
Any rubber lined
Regulations (46 CFR), which of the
hose
firefighting devices listed is not
permitted for use in the engine room?
Choice B
Semi-portable
CO2 fire
extinguishers
Choice C
Combination
nozzles
Choice D
Eight foot
applicators

following conditions is true concerning
the construction and/or operation of
pressure-vacuum relief valves?
Valve bodies,
discs, spindles,
and seats must all
be made of bronze
or a corrosion
resistant material.
Pressure-vacuum
valves for cargo
tanks shall not be
less than 2 inches
nominal pipe size.
Where springs are

employed to
actuate the valve
discs, the springs
are to be either
plated or
fabricated of a
corrosion resistant
material.
The design and

construction of the
valves is such that
they must be
removed for
overhauling,
insuring there will
be no vent
blockage which
could occur during
a repair period.
292201

following statements is true
concerning fixed carbon dioxide fire
extinguishing systems?
The space
containing the
cylinders shall be
properly ventilated
and designed to
preclude an
ambient
temperature in
excess of 100F
(37.78C)
The cylinders
which are fitted
with flexible or bent
siphon tubes may
be inclined not
more than 30
from the vertical.
All cylinders used

for storing carbon
dioxide shall be
fabricated, tested,
and marked in
accordance with
the applicable
section of the
American Welding
Society code.
The cylinders may

be located within
the space
protected provided
the system
consists of not
more than 300
pounds (136.1 kg)
of carbon dioxide.
292000
5 lbs (2.27 kg)

listed CO2 (carbon dioxide) fire
extinguishers by size is classified as BII?
15 lbs (6.81 kg)
25 lbs (11.35 kg)
35 lbs (15.89 kg)
41
Illustration
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Question
(CFR 33), the shipboard oil pollution
emergency plan must include
__________.
Choice A
Choice B
all information
an explanation and
ordinarily provided purpose of this
in the oil record
plan
book
Choice C
a one-line
schematic of the
plan to be
implemented
298040
U.S. Coast Guard
Vessel owner
298042
According to Code of Federal

Regulations (33 CFR 151), who is
responsible for insuring that a ship is
not operated unless a waste
management plan is utilized?
Regulations (33 Part 151), pertaining
to the discharge of plastic or garbage
mixed with plastic, what statement is
true?
298041
298043
The discharge of
plastic and plastic
mixed with
garbage into any
waters is
prohibited.
Vessel's Master
The discharge of
plastic and plastic
mixed with
garbage into
waters beyond
three nautical
miles from the
nearest land is
permitted.
The discharge of The discharge of
Regulations (33 Part 151), which of
plastic or garbage dunnage, lining,
the following statements is accurate
mixed with plastic and packing
concerning the discharge of garbage? into any waters is materials that do
permitted.
not float is
prohibited within
25 nautical miles
of the nearest
land.
Regulations 33, a vessel operating
upon the Great Lakes shall
__________.
The discharge of
plastic and plastic
mixed with
garbage into
waters beyond 12
nautical miles from
the nearest land is
permitted.
The discharge of
all garbage is
prohibited in the
navigable waters
of the United
States and in all
other waters within
three nautical
miles of the
nearest land.
not discharge any be required to re- have its forward
garbage into these distill all water
most frame
waters
used for cooling or members
condensate
sufficiently
systems
stiffened to
prevent ice
damage
42
Illustration
Choice D
the operating
instructions for any
and all oily-water
separators
installed aboard
the vessel
Vessel operating
company
The discharge of
plastic and plastic
mixed with
garbage into
waters beyond 25
nautical miles from
the nearest land is
permitted.
All of the above
are correct.
be certified for
inland use only
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According to Federal Regulations, a

oxygen content is
confined or enclosed space on a ship 21%
which is being prepared for "HOT
WORK", should be inspected, tested
and designated "NOT SAFE FOR
HOT WORK" if _______.
295208

oxygen content is
confined or enclosed space on a ship above 22%
and designated "NOT SAFE FOR
HOT WORK" if _______.
295208

oxygen content is
confined or enclosed space on a ship below 22%
and designated "SAFE FOR HOT
WORK" if _______.
295207
13.5%
confined or enclosed space that is
being prepared for crew members to
enter, should be tested and
designated "NOT SAFE FOR
WORKERS" if the oxygen content of
the atmosphere in the compartment is
LESS than ____.
Question
Regulations 33, grinders or
comminuters used for the discharge
of garbage between 3 and 12 nautical
miles from the nearest land must be
__________.
Choice A
provided with flush
back capabilities
insuring the
passage of all
ground particles
through a final
control element
43
Choice B
provided on all
vessels that may
operate on the
Great Lakes and
shall discharge
under the highest
load line of the
vessel
concentration of
flammable vapors
in the atmosphere
is 5% of the L.E.L.
Choice C
capable of
reducing the size
of garbage so that
it will pass through
a screen with
openings no
greater than 25
millimeters
adjacent spaces
have not been
inspected for
combustible
materials and
possible spread of
fire
concentration of
adjacent spaces
flammable vapors have not been
in the atmosphere inspected for
is 10% or more of combustible
the L.E.L.
materials and
possible spread of
fire
concentration of
adjacent spaces
flammable vapors have been
in the atmosphere inspected for
is less than 10% of combustible
the L.E.L.
materials and
possible spread of
fire
15.5%
17.5%
Illustration
Choice D
capable of
processing all
garbage generated
onboard the vessel
including all deck
and engine
department refuse
all of the above
all of the above
all of the above
19.5%
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298560
298018
298020
298026
298011
Question
According to MARPOL, the definition
of gray water includes drainage from
__________.
of medical waste does NOT include
__________.
of oil does NOT include __________.
Choice A
toilets
Choice B
hospital sinks
Choice C
cargo spaces
Choice D
dishwashers
pathological
wastes
sharps
expired
pharmaceuticals
dialysis wastes
cooking oil
crude oil
sludge
oil refuse
According to Pollution Prevention

55 psi
Regulations (33 CFR Part 154), the
pump being used for cargo transfer
has a relief valve setting of 65 psi and
a static head of 10 feet. The vessel's
cargo hose used for the transfer must
have a maximum allowable working
pressure of at least __________.
65 psi
75 psi
98 psi

Regulations (33 CFR), a vessel built in
1977 with a gross registered tonnage
of 219 tons, must __________.
use an automatic
back pressure shut
off nozzle when
fueling
use one gallon

portable containers
under tank vents
when fueling
use a fixed
container or
enclosed deck
area under or
around each lube
oil tank vent when
fueling
Twice the distance One and one half Not over 300 feet
Regulations (33 CFR), how much
between ship and times the distance (91.4 m) of hose.
hose should you use in transferring oil dock.
between ship and
in bulk?
dock.
the terminal
the hose is
Regulations (33 CFR), if a cargo hose foreman is notified replaced
shows a small leak in its fabric, you
may transfer oil after __________.
44
the hose leak is

securely wrapped
Illustration
fill fuel tanks

forward of the
collision bulkhead
first
Sufficient for
maximum vessel
movement without
straining the
hoses.
a drip pan is
placed under the
leak
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Question
Regulations (33 CFR), no person
may transfer oil to or from a vessel
unless __________.
Choice A
each hose is
supported in a
manner that
prevents strain on
its coupling
Choice B
each part of the
transfer system
necessary to allow
the flow of oil is
lined up for
transfer

Regulations (33 CFR), no person may
connect or disconnect an oil transfer
hose or engage in any other critical oil
transfer operation on a tank vessel
unless __________.
the designated
person-in-charge
supervises that
procedure
that person holds a that person holds a that person holds a

tankerman
license as master, valid port security
assistant
mate, or engineer card
endorsement
298300
shuts off the main

propulsion plant
shuts off the

firefighting foam
systems
298033

Regulations (33 CFR), tank vessels
are required to have a means of
emergency shutdown. This device
__________.
Regulations (33 CFR), the "Discharge
of Oil Prohibited" placard is required
on all __________.
foreign vessels not U.S. Vessels 26

in U.S. navigable feet or more in
waters
length
Foreign vessels
when engaged in
noncommercial
service
U.S. vessels less

than 26 feet in
length
298018

Regulations (33 CFR), the maximum
allowable working pressure (MAWP)
for each hose assembly used for
transferring oil must be __________.
at least 600 psi

(4.14 MPa)
more than the sum

of the pressure of
the relief valve
setting
at least four times

the sum for the
pressure of the
relief valve setting
more than the

maximum pump
pressure when a
relief valve is not
installed
298000

Regulations (33 CFR), the minimum
number of bolts permitted in an ANSI
standard flange on an oil hose is
__________.
three
four
six
nine
45
Choice C
Choice D
each oil transfer
All of the above.
hose has no loose
covers, kinks,
bulges, or soft
spots, and no
gouges, cuts or
slashes that
penetrate the hose
reinforcement
Illustration
stops the flow of oil secures electrical

to shore facility or power to all motors
other vessel
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298604
Question
Choice A
55 psi
Regulations (33 CFR), the pump
being used for cargo transfer has a
relief valve setting of 65 psi and a
static head of 10 feet. The vessel's
cargo hose used for the transfer must
have a maximum allowable working
Choice B
98 psi

When authorized
Regulations (33 CFR), when may a
by the Captain of
person serve as the person-in-charge the Port.
of both a vessel and a facility during
oil transfer operations?
When licensed as Whenever the

a certified refueling vessel is short of
officer.
manpower.
Whenever the
facility is
unmanned.
297254
12 months
18 months
24 months
294216
on the Muster List on a sign next to

("Station Bill")
the liferaft
on the Certificate
of Inspection
in the Operations
Manual
290406
only when it
happens while
underway
to the next of kin
to the nearest
OCMI
to the nearest
coroner
290406

Regulations (33 CFR), you are
required to test cargo discharge piping
every __________.
According to regulations, the capacity
of a liferaft is required to be marked
__________.
According to regulations, the master
or person-in-charge of a MODU is
required to submit a report of a loss of
life __________.
According to regulations, the master
or person-in-charge of a MODU is
required to submit a report of a loss of
life __________.
only when it
happens while
underway
to the next of kin
to the nearest
Marine Safety or
Marine Inspection
Office
to the nearest
coroner
6 months
46
Choice C
at least four times
the sum for the
pressure of the
plus static head
pressure
Choice D
at least more than
the sum of the
pressure of the
plus the static
head pressure
Illustration
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Question
According to the Coast Guard
Pollution Prevention Regulations (33
CFR Part 155), which of the following
statements is correct regarding the
fuel oil containment around loading
manifolds?
Choice A
They may be fixed
or portable,
depending upon
the age of the
vessel.
Choice B
The containment
drains must have
quick-closing
valves to be closed
in the event of
leakage or failure
of any part of the
transfer
connection.
Choice C
All containment
drains must lead to
a common fixed
drain tank.
298005

CFR), a 299 gross ton uninspected
motor towing vessel, not equipped
with an oily water separator, is
required to have how many outlets
accessible from the weather deck to
discharge oily bilge slops?
One
Two (port and

starboard)
Three (port,
Two (fore and aft)
starboard, and aft)
298112

CFR), no person may transfer oil to or
from a vessel unless __________.
each part of the

the discharge
transfer system not containment is in
necessary for the place
transfer operation
is securely blanked
or shut off
each scupper or
drain in a
discharge
containment
system is closed
all of the above
298614

CFR), the oil transfer procedures
required for an uninspected towing or
fishing industry vessel should
__________.
give a schedule for

inspection of
valves as required
in 155.410
give a description
of the oily water
separator required
in 155.380
be permanently
posted or available
at the fueling
station
include a copy of
the Certificate of
Inspection of the
towing or fishing
vessel
298000

2 bolts
CFR), what is the minimum number of
bolts required in a temporarily
connected standard ANSI coupling?
4 bolts
6 bolts
8 bolts
47
Choice D
Containment
drains are
prohibited from
leading to a
common tank.
Illustration
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According to the Pollution Prevention oil record book

transfer oil to or from a vessel unless
each person in charge has signed the
__________.
298020
According to the Pollution Prevention

use a connection for oil transfer
operations unless it is a bolted or full
threaded connection, or __________.
298607
According to the Pollution Prevention paper issued by

application you
Regulations (33 CFR), the declaration the Coast Guard
must complete and
of inspection is the __________.
marine inspector
submit to the
which allows you to Coast Guard to
conduct a transfer have an inspector
operation
visit your vessel
298611
According to the Pollution Prevention the identity of the

Regulations (33 CFR), the person-in- product to be
charge of transfer operations, both
transferred
ashore and on the vessel, must agree
on __________.
298024

following conditions would disqualify a
nonmetallic hose as being suitable for
use in transferring oil?
Question
Regulations (33 CFR Part 156), which
of the following conditions would
disqualify a nonmetallic hose as being
suitable for use in transferring oil?
Choice A
A small cut in the
hose cover which
just pierces the
reinforcement.
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
An slight oil
Evidence of
All of the above.
seepage between internal or external
the hose and
deterioration.
flange connection.
certificate of
inspection
an automatic back a clamped or

pressure shut off compression fitted
nozzle is used to connection
fuel the vessel
valve inspection
record
48
A blown gasket
when hydrostatic
test pressure is
applied.
declaration of
inspection
a quick connection a connection not

coupling approved over six inches in
by the American
diameter
Petroleum Institute
document signed
by vessel and
shore facility
persons-in-charge
declaring that all
transfer
requirements
have been met
the size of the slop the status of the
tank required
oily water
under 155.330
separator
A cut in the cover

which makes the
reinforcement
visible.
Illustration
annual report
submitted by
vessel personnel
to the Coast Guard
declaring that all
transfer equipment
has been
inspected
whether or not the
transferring ship is
a "Public Vessel of
the United States"
Evidence of
All of the above.
internal or external
deterioration.
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Question
following qualifies as a discharge of
oil?
Choice A
Leakage of oil to
the water by an
improperly blanked
transfer hose.
Choice B
Spilling oil on the
main deck and
having it flow over
the side.
Choice C
Choice D
Pumping oil
All of the above.
overboard through
a fixed piping
system.
298103

following statements is correct
regarding the fuel oil containment
under the oil filling connection
section?
The containment
may be fixed or
portable depending
upon the age of
the vessel.
The containment
drains must have
quick-closing
valves to be closed
in the event of
leakage or failure
of any part of the
transfer
connection.
All containment
drains must lead to
a common, fixed
drain tank.
298613
Any local Coast

Guard
representative
Captain of the Port The senior deck

officer
officer present
298608
The senior deck

officer present
The designated
person-in-charge
298400

Regulations (33 CFR), who is to make
the final decision of when oil transfer
may begin?
Regulations (33 CFR), who makes the
final decision of when oil transfer may
begin?
Regulations, any discharge of oil, or
oily mixture into the sea from any oil
tanker, or from any ship of 400 gross
tons and above, other than an oil
tanker, is prohibited while in a
"special" area. These "special areas"
are designated in __________.
33 CFR 151
33 CFR 153
49
Illustration
Containment
drains are
prohibited from
leading to a
common tank.
Designated
persons-in-charge
of vessel and
facility
The captain of the Any local Coast
port
Guard
representative
33 CFR 156
33 CFR 159
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291850
291257
Question
Choice A
According to the Pollution Prevention 33 CFR 150
Regulations, any ship operating under
the authority of the United States
which engages in coastwise or
international voyages is prohibited
from discharging any oil or oily mixture
overboard while in a "special area".
The descriptions of the "special areas"
are designated in __________.
Choice C
33 CFR 156
Choice D
33 CFR 159
3 minutes
7 minutes
According to U.S. Coast Guard
Regulations (46 CFR Part 34), if a
fixed foam system is activated aboard
a tank vessel, the foam supply must
be sufficient to last for a minimum of
__________.
1 3/4 gallon foam 12 gallon foam
Regulations (46 CFR), a 10 pound dry
chemical extinguisher is equivalent to
a __________.
HALON 1301 only HALON 22 only
Regulations (46 CFR), portable Halon
fire extinguishers used on a MODU
may be charged with __________.
12 minutes
15 minutes

following statements concerning fire
main shore connections for a 20,000
gross ton cargo vessel on an
international voyage is correct?
There must be at All of the above.

least one portable
international shore
connection flange
available.
291951
293271
Actuating the fixed CO2 system

fuel supply only
should cause the automatic shutdown
of the __________.
'FSCL'
Adding the longitudinal free surface
correction to the uncorrected height of
the center of gravity of a MODU yields
__________.
Choice B
33 CFR 151
There must be at
least one shore
connection to the
fire main system
on each side of the
vessel.
Shore connections
must be in an
accessible location
and fitted with
cutoff and check
valves.
Illustration
15 pound CO2 fire 35 pound CO2 fire

extinguisher
extinguisher
HALON 1211 only HALON 1301 or

1211
exhaust ventilation supply and

mechanical and
only
exhaust ventilation natural ventilation
'KG'
50
'KGL'
'GML'
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290406
After a fire aboard a MODU, the Coast $(SA)15,000

Guard must be notified if there is
death, an injury resulting in more than
72% incapacitation, or property
damage in excess of __________.
290602
294204
Question
Adding the transverse free surface
correction to the uncorrected height of
the center of gravity of a MODU yields
__________.
Adverse effects due to free surface
will become apparent when
__________.
Choice A
'FSCT'
Choice B
'KG'
the vessel is
trimmed by the
stern
the vessel's draft is

decreased
exposing more
surface area to
the wind and
current
$(SA)10,000
Choice C
'KGT'
Choice D
'GMT'
the vessel's draft is a portion of liquid

increased, thus
is removed from a
increasing the
full tank
vessel's wetted
surface area
$(SA)25,000
$(SA)50,000
After a fire has been extinguished in a smoke density has a lifeline and
closed space, personnel may safely
been decreased
explosion proof
enter the space when __________.
sufficiently to see flash light are used
the bulkhead
opposite the
compartment's
entrance
all smoke and toxic

fumes are
removed and an
adequate oxygen
supply is present
overhaul has been

completed to
remove any
possible source of
reignition
After a liferaft is launched, the

operating cord __________.
serves as a sea
painter
detaches
automatically
is used to rig the

boarding ladder
is cut immediately
as it is of no further
use
294204
42
After a liferaft is launched, the

operating cord __________.
serves as a sea
painter
detaches
automatically
is used to rig the

boarding ladder
is cut immediately
as it is of no further
use
296010
allowed to do as
he wishes
walked around
until he is back to
normal
walked around
until he is back to
normal
given several shots kept lying down

of whiskey
and warm
296010
After a person has been revived by

artificial respiration, they should be
__________.
After a person has been revived by
artificial respiration, they should be
__________.
given several shots kept lying down

of whiskey
and warm
asked about the

circumstances of
the accident
51
Illustration
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294336
297503
296303
293506
296715
After an injury, which of the following

can be determined by examining the
condition of a victim's pupils?
Keep the person

Give the person a
lying down and at a stimulant to
comfortable
increase blood
temperature.
flow.
repair is completed timbers are nailed shoring should be damaged plating
and no further
in place to prevent frequently
should be
action is needed
looseness
inspected for
straightened by
looseness
heating
The degree of pain The degree of
Whether or not the Whether or not the
being suffered.
vision impairment. brain is functioning victim's blood
properly.
pressure is normal.
294327
After being launched from a MODU, a

totally enclosed survival craft which
has been afloat over a long period of
time, requires __________.
frequent opening
of hatches to
permit entry of
fresh air
regular checks of
bilge levels
use of ear plugs to frequent flushing of

dampen engine
the water spray
noise
system with fresh
water
294327
After being launched from an OSV, a

totally enclosed survival craft which
has been afloat over a long period of
time, requires __________.
frequent opening
of hatches to
permit entry of
fresh air
regular checks of
bilge levels
use of ear plugs to frequent flushing of

dampen engine
the water spray
noise
system with fresh
water
Question
After abandoning a vessel, water
consumed within the first 24 hours
__________.
Choice A
will pass through
the body with very
little being
absorbed by the
system
After abandoning a vessel, water
will pass through
consumed within the first 24 hours
the body with very
__________.
little being
absorbed by the
system
After allowing for pressure losses, the 50 millimeters of
pressure-volume capacity of an inert water
gas blower must be able to maintain a
pressure, in any cargo tank, with a
minimum of __________.
After an accident, the victim may go
into shock and die. Which of the
following actions should be taken to
help prevent shock?
After an emergency shoring
installation has been completed, the
__________.
Choice B
Choice C
will help to prevent will quench thirst
fatigue
for only two hours
Choice D
helps to prevent
seasickness
will help to prevent will quench thirst

fatigue
for only two hours
helps to prevent
seasickness
100 millimeters of
water
200 millimeters of
water
150 millimeters of
water
Illustration
Slightly elevate the Keep the person

head and feet.
awake.
52
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291901
297404
294310
12
294310
294204
43
After having thrown the liferaft and

stowage container into the water, the
liferaft is inflated by __________.
pull in on the
painter line
forcing open the

container which
operates the CO2
hitting the
using the hand
hydrostatic release pump provided
294204

pulling on the
painter line
forcing open the

container which
operates the CO2
hitting the
using the hand
294204
30

pulling on the
painter line
forcing open the

container which
operates the CO2
hitting the
using the hand
Question
Choice A
After completing an international oil
State Water
pollution prevention (IOPP) certificate Management
survey under Coast Guard
Authority
Regulations (33 CFR Part 151), no
significant change may be made in
the construction, equipment, fittings,
arrangements, or materials covered
by the survey without the sanction of
the __________.
After extinguishing a paint locker fire
using the fixed CO2 system, the next
immediate action is for the space to
be __________.
After fuel tanks have been filled and
bunkers completed, which of the listed
procedures should be followed next?
Choice B
Environmental
Pollution Agency
opened and
burned material
removed
left closed with

ventilation off until
all boundaries are
cool
The pressureThe tanks should
vacuum relief
be made
valve should be
seaworthy to
reset.
prevent
contamination.
turn it off and on at
After having activated the emergency turn it off for five
minutes every half- five minute
position indicating radio
hour
intervals
beacon(EPRIB), you should
__________.
After having activated the emergency turn it off for five
turn it off and on at
position indicating radio beacon, you minutes every half- five minute
should __________.
hour
intervals
53
Choice C
Choice D
U.S.C.G. Officer in Marine Pollution
Charge of Marine Investigatory
Inspection
Board
checked for the

proper oxygen
level
opened and
doused with water
to prevent reflash
The tanks should

be sounded to
verify levels.
turn it off during

daylight hours
The tanks should

be marked with a
bull stamp on the
manifold filling
valve.
leave it on
continuously
turn it off during

daylight hours
leave it on
continuously
Illustration
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294206
293502
297331
294312
297331
292250
291751
291050
Question
After launching, an inflatable raft
should be kept dry inside by
__________.
After launching, an inflatable raft
should be kept dry inside by
__________.
After measuring the length to which a
section of shoring should be cut, you
should cut the shoring __________.
Choice A
opening the
automatic drain
plugs
opening the
automatic drain
plugs
approximately 1/2
inch longer than
measured length
to allow for
trimming
Choice B
Choice C
draining the water using the electric
pockets
bilge pump
After taking on fuel oil, the hoses

should be disconnected and
__________.
After the lifeboat has reached the top
of the davit heads, the davit arms
begin moving up the tracks until the
movement is stopped by the
__________.
After transferring fuel to another
vessel, hoses should be drained
__________.
After using a CO2 fire extinguisher on
a MODU, it should be __________.
draped over the

fantail to dry out
hoist man
drained over the

side and washed
out
limit switch
drained into the

bilges and washed
out
brake handle
drained into
buckets or fuel
tanks
preventer bar
to the bilges
over the side
into a bucket
all of the above
hydrostatically
tested
retagged
recharged
repainted
hydrostatically
tested before
reuse
discarded
put back in service

if some CO2
remains
After using a portable Halon fire
put back in service
extinguisher, it should be
if more than 50%
__________.
of the charge
remains
After you have put water on a burning dry the mattress in
mattress, and the fire appears to have a warm area
been extinguished, you should then
__________.
54
Choice D
using the bailers
and cellulose
Illustration
draining the water using the electric

pockets
bilge pump
using the bailers

and cellulose
sponge
approximately 1/2 to the same length approximately 1/2
inch shorter than as the measured inch shorter per
measured length length
foot of shoring to
to allow for the use
allow wet
of wedges
expansion
make sure the fire pull the mattress

secure the
is out with CO2
apart to ensure no mattress in a well
fire remains
ventilated area
ESEP100114
ABS
293154
VER
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291350
294309
290056
299303
294309
All OSV personnel should be familiar

with the survival craft __________.
294309
294309
All personnel on board a vessel

should be familiar with the rescue
boat __________.
All personnel should be familiar with
the lifeboats __________.
293255
298723
294316
Question
Choice A
'Air gap' is the vertical distance
still water level
between the bottom of the hull and the
__________.
Choice B
wave crest
Choice C
wave crest plus the
charted water
depth and tidal
corrections
All fire hoses on a mobile offshore

drilling units must be tested to a
All MODU personnel should be
familiar with the survival craft
__________.
All of the following are part of the fire
triangle EXCEPT __________.
All of the following are recognized
distress signals under the Rules of the
Road EXCEPT __________.
100 psi
110 psi
120 psi
Illustration
Choice D
wave crest plus the
charted water
depth, plus tidal
correction and
storm surge
130 psi
boarding and
operating
procedures
fuel
maintenance
schedule
navigational
systems
fuel consumption
rates
oxygen
heat
electricity
a green star signal orange-colored

smoke
red flares
the repeated
raising and
lowering of
outstretched arms
boarding and
operating
procedures
boarding and
operating
procedures
boarding and
operating
procedures
'KM' is small
maintenance
schedule
navigational
systems
fuel consumption
rates
maintenance
schedules
navigational
systems
fuel consumption
rates
maintenance
schedule
navigational
systems
fuel consumption
rates
'KM' is high
'BL' is small
'KB' is large
Although 'KG' for a MODU in a

lightweight condition is relatively high,
the vessel is stiff because
__________.
Among other restrictions, an oil tanker more than 12
may not discharge an oily mixture into nautical miles from
the sea from a cargo tank, slop tank, the nearest land
or cargo pump room bilge unless the
vessel is ________.
AMVER is a system which provides
__________.
satellite
communications
55
discharging at an at anchor or
instantaneous rate stopped
of oil content not
exceeding 30 liters
per nautical mile
is within "Special
Areas" defined in
Regulation 1 (10)
of Annex I to
MARPOL 73/78
navigational
information
position reporting
service
weather
information
ESEP100114
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298007
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298620
298620
299300
296709
297103
299152
297104
292550
291159
An extinguishing agent which

effectively cools, dilutes combustible
vapors and provides a heat and
smoke screen is __________.
Halon 1301
dry chemical
water fog
carbon dioxide
299109
An immersion suit must be equipped

with a(n) ____________.
air bottle for

breathing
whistle and light
whistle, light, and

reflective tape
whistle, light, and

sea dye marker
Question
Choice A
An acceptable method of dealing with transfer the oil to
accumulated oil found in the pump
the sea chest
room bilges is to __________.
Choice B
pump the oil into
the slop tanks
Choice C
Choice D
discharge the oil
pump the oil into a
over the side on an clean ballast tank
outgoing tide
An application for an exemption of any

requirements of the regulations for oil
transfer operations must be submitted
to the __________.
An applications for a waiver of any
requirements of the regulations for oil
transfer operations must be submitted
__________.
An approved signaling device required
on inflatable liferafts include a(n)
__________.
An effective method for moving a
patient with spinal injuries to a
stretcher or spine board is known as
the __________.
An electrically "charged mist" will be
found in a __________.
An emergency sea anchor may be
constructed by using __________.
Commandant
Captain of the Port Nearest Coast

Guard office
District
Commander
the day before the 5 days before the

operations
operations
10 days before the 30 days before the

operations
operations
pistol
orange smoke
signal
air horn
lantern
pack strap carry
two man
extremities carry
fireman's drag
four man log roll
diesel engine
cylinder
a boat bucket
cargo tank during

Butterworthing
an air tank filled
with water
fuel tank vent

flash evaporator
outlet
flash chamber
an oar and canvas All of the above
weighted down
Illustration
SF-0042
gasoline
butane
benzene
An example of a combustible liquid is lube oil
__________.
An example of class "A" fire is a/an
electrical fire in the oil fire in the
oil fire involving a mattress fire in a
__________.
engine room
engine room bilges grade "A"
stateroom
petroleum product
56
ESEP100114
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294005
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294005
Question
Choice A
An immersion suit should be equipped air bottle for
with a/an __________.
breathing
Choice B
whistle and
handheld flare
11
An immersion suit should be equipped air bottle for

with a/an __________.
breathing
whistle and
handheld flare
297510
cooling water flow combustion air

temp too low
297511
An inert gas system incorporating a

separately fired inert gas generator
shall be provided with visual and
audible alarms to indicate failure of
the power supply to the generator, the
automatic control system, and
__________.
An inert gas system is designed to
reduce the possibility of tank
explosions by __________.
297511
An inert gas system on a tanker

should be used to __________.
prevent the
blow out cargo
generation of
lines to prevent
flammable or
gas concentrations
combustible gas in
tanks
reducing the
oxygen
concentration
below levels
necessary for
combustion
prevent fires in the
pump room by
continually
displacing
flammable vapors
294204
10
An inflatable liferaft can be launched

by __________.
the float-free
method only
removing the
securing straps
294204
36
An inflatable liferaft can be launched

by __________.
the float-free
method only
eliminating sparks
and fire in the
vicinity of cargo
tanks
Choice C
whistle, strobe
light, and reflective
tape
whistle, strobe
light, and reflective
tape
high sea water
temperature
removing all
blanketing cargo
hydrocarbon gases tanks with inert
from the cargo
foam
tanks
dilute tank
atmospheres to
keep gas
concentrations
below the lower
explosive limit
kicking the
throwing the entire
hydrostatic release container
overboard, then
pulling on the
operating cord to
inflate the raft
kicking the
throwing the entire
overboard, then
pulling on the
operating cord to
inflate the raft
57
Choice D
whistle, handheld
flare, and sea dye
marker
whistle, handheld
flare, and sea dye
marker
insufficient fuel
supply
Illustration
removing the
securing straps
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VER
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294200
294204
294204
41
294204
14
294205
An inflatable liferaft is thrown into the The sea anchor is The floor inflates.
water from a sinking vessel. Which of deployed.
the following actions occurs
automatically after the painter trips the
CO2 bottles to inflate the raft?
294205
An inflatable liferaft is thrown into the The sea anchor is The floor inflates.
water from a sinking vessel. Which of deployed.
the following actions occurs
automatically after the painter trips the
CO2 bottles to inflate the raft?
Question
An inflatable liferaft can be manually
released from its cradle by
__________.
Choice B
Choice C
removing the
loosing the
rubber sealing strip turnbuckle on the
from the container securing strap
Choice D
pushing the button
on the hydrostatic
release
An inflatable liferaft has inflated on top Wait for others to

of you in an upside down position.
lift the raft off of
What should you do next?
you.
Dive down to
prevent your
lifejacket from
fouling as you
come out.
You should
remove your
lifejacket before
attempting to right
an inflatable raft.
An inflatable liferaft is floating in its

container, attached to the ship by its
painter, as the ship is sinking rapidly.
Which of the actions listed should be
taken with respect to the liferaft
container?
An inflatable liferaft is floating in its
container, attached to the ship by its
painter, as the ship is sinking rapidly.
taken with respect to the liferaft
container?
An inflatable liferaft is hand-launched
by __________.
Cut the painter line

so it will not pull
the liferaft
container down.
Swim away from

the container so
you will not be in
danger as it goes
down.
Cut the painter line

so it will not pull
the liferaft
container down.
Swim away from

the container so
you will not be in
danger as it goes
down.
pulling a cord
cutting the wire

restraining bands
Choice A
cutting the straps
that enclose the
container
58
Pull yourself out

from under the raft
in a face up
position to keep
your lifejacket
clear of the raft.
Take no action as
the pull on the
painter will cause
the liferaft to inflate
and open the
container.
Take no action as
the pull on the
painter will cause
the liferaft to inflate
and open the
container.
removing the
rubber packing
strip
If upside down, the
craft will right itself.
Illustration
Manually open the

container and
inflate the liferaft
with the hand
pump.
Manually open the
container and
with the hand
pump.
throwing the entire
container
overboard
The painter
detaches from the
raft.
If upside down, the The painter

craft will right itself. detaches from the
raft.
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ABS
294208
VER
2
294208
292605
290621
297115
298032
Question
An inflatable liferaft should be lifted
back aboard the ship by using
__________.
An inflatable liferaft should be lifted
back aboard the ship by using
__________.
An initial attempt to extinguish a galley
grease fire may be made by using
__________.
An instrument used to detect
explosive gas/air mixtures, usually
measures the concentration in terms
of the lower explosive limit, and is
known as a __________.
An insulating flange should be used in
a cargo hose connection instead of a
bonding wire __________.
Choice A
the single hook at
the top of the raft
Choice B
two lines passed
under the raft
Choice C
the towing bridle
Choice D
all of the above
the single hook at

the top of the raft
two lines passed

under the raft
the towing bridle
All of the above
water
a mechanical foam the range hood

system
extinguishing
system
flame safety lamp gas absorption
detector
when pumping
LNG only
when static
electricity may be
generated
when the terminal during cold

is equipped with a weather
cathodic protection
system
An International Oil Pollution

Prevention (IOPP) Certificate ceases
to be valid on a U.S. Ship when
__________.
the ship changes

its port of
documentation to
San Francisco
the certificate
exceeds 2 years
from the date of
issue
an intermediate
survey as required
by 33 CFR 151.17
is not carried out
the vessel owners

cease to belong to
IMO (International
Maritime
Organization)
297203
An LNG carrier has an approved type barrier spaces

of gas detecting system to detect
methane leaks in the __________.
cargo handling
rooms
boiler burner
supply piping
all of the above
298022
An ocean going ship of 400 gross tons

or above must be fitted with a
standard oil discharge shore
connection with dimensions outlined in
CFR) or be substituted with a suitable
__________.
portable flange
adapter using a
five bolt pattern
and a bolt circle
diameter of 183
mm
portable flange
adapter using a six
bolt pattern and a
bolt circle diameter
of 183 mm
portable flange
adapter using a
eight bolt pattern
and a bolt circle
diameter of 83 mm
toxic vapor meter
portable flange
adapter using a
four bolt pattern
and a bolt circle
diameter of 83 mm
59
Illustration
fire dampers only
combustible gas
indicator
ESEP100114
ABS
298001
VER
4
298022
An ocean going ship of 6000 gross

tons or above must be fitted with a
standard discharge shore connection
with dimensions outlined in Pollution
Prevention Regulations (33 CFR) or
be substituted with a __________.
298113
An oceangoing ship of 350 gross tons, onboard in the

constructed in January 1976, and not ship's bilges
equipped with an oily water separator,
may retain all bilge slops __________.
292613
294319
An oil fire would be classified as a

__________.
An 'on-load' release system on a
survival craft means the cable can be
released __________.
290600
An oxygen indicator will detect

__________.
290600
An oxygen indicator will detect

__________.
Question
Choice A
An ocean going ship of 4000 gross
151
tons must be fitted with a standard
discharge shore connection for the
discharge of oily wastes to a reception
facility. The dimensions for the
connection are specified in the
Pollution Prevention Regulations
under Part __________.
Choice B
153
Choice C
154
portable
suitable discharge portable adapter
connection using a shore connection that meets the
four bolt pattern
same specification
outlined in 33 CFR,
Subchapter "O"
class A
in a cofferdam
class B
class D
class C
Illustration
clip-on flange
suitable for service
pressure of 4
kg/cm2
in the forward peak in the oil purifier

tank
reservoir
only when the load only there is a load only when

is taken off the
on the cable
activated by the
cable
controls at the
lowering station
the amount of
the presence of
concentrations of
oxygen in a space harmful amounts explosive gas
of carbon
monoxide
concentrations of an oxygen
the presence of
explosive gas
deficiency in a
harmful amounts
space
of carbon
monoxide
60
Choice D
155
at any time
all of the above
all of the above
ESEP100114
ABS
297405
VER
1
296307
299454
293055
293053
292103
Annual servicing of a hand portable

CO2 fire extinguisher includes
__________.
inspecting the
pressure gauge to
ensure the needle
is within operating
range
296800
296800
297000
291351
Antiseptics are used principally to

__________.
Antiseptics are used principally to
__________.
Any combustible liquid having a flash
point of 150F or above is grade
__________.
Any firefighting equipment carried in
addition to the minimum requirements
on a MODU must __________.
Illustration
Choice D
top of the sounding
tube down to the
surface of the
liquid
Question
Choice A
An ullage reading is the distance from sounding tube to
a given point at the __________.
either side of the
tank
Choice B
Choice C
top of the tank
top of the liquid
down to the bottom down to the tank
of the tank
bottom
An unconscious person should NOT

be __________.
given an inhalation given something to treated for injuries

stimulant
drink
placed in a position
with the head
lower than the
body
An unconscious person should NOT placed in a position
be __________.
with the head
lower than the
body
Angular motion about the longitudinal pitch
axis of a vessel is known as
__________.
Angular motion about the vertical axis yaw
of a vessel is known as __________.
given an inhalation given something to treated for injuries

stimulant
drink
until conscious
surge
sway
roll
surge
hog
roll
hydrostatic testing discharging,

of the cylinder
cleaning inside,
and recharging
promote healing
weighing the
cylinder and
recharging if
weight loss
exceeds 10% of
the weight of the
charge
prevent infection
speed healing
prevent infection
meet the
applicable
standards
be marked as
additional
equipment
61
reduce
inflammation
reduce
inflammation
D
increase blood
circulation
increase blood
circulation
E
be stowed in a
separate area
all of the above
ESEP100114
ABS
297111
VER
4
297104
293040
296705
294001
291401
Aqueous film forming firefighting foam chemical foam

is also known as __________.
291407
296009
class C fires in
Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF), oil fires in the
engine room bilges paint lockers
commonly known as 'light water', is
especially suitable for fighting
__________.
Artificial respiration may be necessary drowning
electrocution
in cases of __________.
296009
Artificial respiration may be necessary drowning

in cases of __________.
electrocution
296000
Artificial resuscitation to an adult

4 to 6 times per
should be administered __________. minute
12 to 15 times per 20 to 30 times per At least 30 times

minute
minute
per minute
Question
Any liquid which gives off flammable
vapors at or below 80F, as
determined by flash point from an
open cup tester, describes a
__________.
Any liquid with a flash point above
80F is a __________.
Any single ship's compartment
sustaining partial flooding with free
communication to the sea will
__________.
Appendicitis symptoms include
cramps or pain in the abdomen
located in the __________.
Approved buoyant work vests may be
carried aboard tank vessels and shall
be worn by crew members
__________.
Choice A
flammable liquid
Choice B
Choice C
combustible liquid nonflammable
liquid
Choice D
noncombustible
liquid
flammable liquid
combustible liquid coal base oil
synthetic base oil
increase reserve
buoyancy
decrease the free

surface effect
seriously reduce
stability
result in the ship's

sinking
lower left side
lower right side
upper left side
upper right side
when working near

or over the water
under unfavorable
working conditions
under the
supervision and
control of
designated ship's
officers
as substitutes for all of the above

the approved life
preservers during
routine drills,
weather permitting,
when a vessel is
moored pier side
high-expansion
foam
mechanical foam
all of the above
any class D fire
all of the above
poisoning
All of the above
poisoning
All of the above
62
Illustration
ESEP100114
ABS
292051
VER
1
291106
Question
Choice A
As a firefighting medium, CO2 can be hallucinations
dangerous under certain conditions as
it can cause __________.
Choice B
freeze burns and
blistering
Choice C
undulation
Choice D
carbon monoxide
poisoning
As a general rule of thumb, with no

50 feet
adverse wind conditions,
approximately how far could a straight
stream of water reach from a fire hose
having a nozzle pressure of 100 psi?
100 feet
150 feet
200 feet
296100
297408
As a last resort, a tourniquet can be

used to __________.
As a precaution against oil spills when
topping off fuel tanks, you should
__________.
hold a victim in a
stretcher
close the deck
filling valve to
reduce the
pumping rate
stop uncontrolled
bleeding
close all tank vents
to prevent overflow
hold a large
bandage in place
fill the tank to the
bottom of the
expansion trunk
299351
As a vessel changes course to

starboard, the compass card in a
magnetic compass___________.
remains aligned
with compass
north
also turns to
starboard
299351
294204
17
first turns to
starboard then
counterclockwise
first turns to
starboard then
counterclockwise
to port
breaking the weak
link
also turns to
starboard
299351

first turns to
starboard then
counterclockwise
to port
remains aligned
with compass
north
turns
counterclockwise
to port
restrain a delirious
victim
notify the shore
pumping station to
reduce the
pumping rate as
tanks near full
capacity
turns
counterclockwise
to port
releasing the tiedown strap
pulling the
operating cord
releasing the CO2

canister
297106
remain the same
increase
decrease
none of the above
As a vessel sinks to a depth of 15

feet, the hydrostatic trip releases the
liferaft container from its cradle by
__________.
As its temperature rises, the volume
of fuel oil stored in a tank will
__________.
63
also turns to
starboard
Illustration
turns
counterclockwise
to port
remains aligned
with compass
north
ESEP100114
ABS
290702
VER
2
291060
299510
290307
290307
294315
293029
293042
290307
Question
As part of the emergency outfit
required to be carried onboard all tank
vessels over 1000 gross tons,
flashlights must be __________.
As shown in figure 2, fresh air
entering through windward doorways
and portholes while pushing heat and
smoke out leeward doorways and
portholes is known as _________.
Choice A
of a minimum
number of two
explosion proof
type
vertical ventilation
As shown in the illustration, item #8

would be a(n) __________.
recognition light
Choice C
of the Type II or
Type III
Choice D
all of the above
horizontal
ventilation
loop ventilation
cross-flow
induction
SF-0013
pressure relief
valve
floating sheath
knife
SF-0042
the fire pump is

started
everyone is suited
in an approved life
vest
life preservers
have been issued
to everyone
48 hours
rain water
catchment tube
assembly
As soon as you hear the fire and
the ring buoys are the engines are
emergency signal, you should ensure thrown overboard stopped
that __________.
As soon as you hear the fire and
ring buoys are
engines are
emergency signal, you should ensure thrown overboard stopped
that the __________.
At a speed of six knots the fuel aboard 8 hours
12 hours
a survival craft should last
__________.
At all angles of inclination the
vertically above the vertically above the
metacenter is located __________.
center of buoyancy center of gravity
metacentric height
At all angles of inclination, the true
measure of a vessel's stability is
determined by the vessel's
__________.
At the earliest indication of fire aboard locate the fire
your vessel, you must FIRST
__________.
64
Illustration
Choice B
listed by NEMA
and bearing its
label
fire pumps are

started
24 hours
at the intersection
of the upright
vertical centerline
and the line of
action of the
buoyant force
geometric center
of the underwater
volume
displacement
righting moment
inclining moment
determine which
type of fire is
burning
sound the alarm
fight the fire
ESEP100114
ABS
295011
VER
1
291601
290622
296502
Basic emergency care for a victim of a flood the burn area brush away the
serious electrical burn is to
with water for two charred skin and
__________.
minutes
wrap the burned
area
cover the burned

area with a clean
cloth and transport
the patient to a
medical facility
apply rubbing
alcohol to the
burned area and
wrap with a clean
cloth
290603
Before a shipboard fire can be

The cause of the
declared completely out, which of the fire is to be known.
following conditions must be
established?
The fire area is

safe for men to
enter without a
breathing
apparatus.
The fire area is

sufficiently cooled
so that accidental
skin burns will not
occur.
All of the above.
292650
insulate your
shoes
ground the fire

hose
secure its power

supply
start the fire pump
296006
296006
290622
Before attempting to put out a class

"C" fire involving an electric-driven
centrifugal pump, you should FIRST
__________.
Before CPR is started on the victim,
Before CPR is started on the victim,
Before entering a fuel tank that has
been cleaned, it should be checked
with an oxygen indicator and a/an
__________.
establish an open
airway
establish an open
airway
Orsat apparatus
treat any bleeding

wounds
treat any bleeding
wounds
flame safety lamp
insure the victim is

conscious
insure the victim is
conscious
Halide torch
make the victim

comfortable
make the victim
comfortable
combustible gas
indicator
Question
At the required fire drill conducted
aboard a MODU, all persons must
report to their stations and
demonstrate their ability to perform
the duties assigned to them
__________.
At what interval must a foam fire
extinguisher be recharged if the
vessel's Certificate of Inspection is
issued for a period of two years?
At which of the listed tank locations
should you obtain oxygen content
readings prior to tank washing?
Choice A
Choice B
by the tool pusher in the Muster List
("Station Bill")
Choice C
Choice D
by the person
at the previous
conducting the drill safety meeting
Quarterly
Semiannually
Biennially
At the hatch
coaming and tank
bottom.
At the hatch
At the middle and At the center of the
coaming and
bottom of the tank. ullage and one
meter below deck.
middle of the tank.
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Annually
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291151
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292050
295100
Before the seas get rough, it is a good make a visual

move quickly about increase all engine shutdown auxiliary
safety practice to __________.
inspection of all
the ship
space lighting
equipment
engine spaces and
secure loose gear
292050
Before you initiate the engine room

fixed CO2 system to extinguish a
serious fire, you would __________.
290054
Besides heat, fuel, and oxygen, which Chain reaction

of the following is necessary for a fire
to exist?
Question
Choice A
Before entering any space that has
10.0%
been sealed, its oxygen level should
be tested. What level of oxygen in the
space is equal to fresh air?
Before inserting a low velocity fog
applicator into an all-purpose
combination nozzle, you must
__________.
Before inserting a low velocity fog
applicator into the device shown in the
illustration, you must place the handle
in __________.
Choice B
15.8%
tighten the high

velocity fog tip
put the control

put the control
handle in the solid handle in the fog
steam position
position
position "C",
operate catch "E",
and remove piece
"D"
position "B",
secure the water
pressure, and turn
piece "D" to your
right
the chief engineer the master of the
vessel
Before making any welded repairs to

the internals of a vessel's fuel tank in
a U.S. port, the tank must be
examined by __________.
Before releasing CO2 into the
20 seconds
machinery space, the alarm for a fixed
CO2 fire extinguishing system must
sound for at least __________.
Choice C
20.8%
30 seconds
start the
emergency diesel
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Choice D
25.8%
remove the high

velocity fog tip
position "A",
position "C",
depress piece "D", secure the water
and open catch "E" pressure, and turn
piece "D" to your
left
a certified marine the insurance
chemist
underwriter
40 seconds
Illustration
SF-0011
60 seconds
stop the main

engine
evacuate all
engine room
personnel
turn off electrical

power
Thermal action
Chemical
occlusion
Pyrotechnical
reaction
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296108
296105
296102
297115
297521
297523
297107
297004
Question
Bilges may be pumped __________.
Choice A
overboard on the
outgoing tide
Choice B
overboard only
after dark
Choice C
overboard only
through an
approved oily
water separator
and oil content
monitor
Bleeding from a vein can be
dark red and slow bright red and slow bright red and
characterized as __________.
spurting
Bleeding from a vein may be ordinarily pinching the
applying direct
heavy application
controlled by __________.
wound closed
pressure to the
of a disinfectant
wound
Bleeding from a vein may ordinarily be applying direct
heavy application pouring ice water
pressure to the
of a disinfectant
directly onto the
wound
wound
bright red with a
bright red and in
Blood flowing from a cut artery would dark red with a
steady flow
spurts
appear __________.
steady flow
Bonding cables are used to reduce
transferring
transferring dry
transferring fuel oil
the possibility of accidental spark
flammable liquids mud to or from a
from storage to
discharge when __________.
to or from a vessel vessel
day tanks
dark red and

spurting
pouring ice water
directly into the
wound
pinching the
wound closed
dark red and in
spurts
securing drill pipe
on deck
Both crude oil washing and water

washing use direct impingement to
remove residue from tanks. Crude oil
washing has an additional advantage,
in utilizing __________.
Bottom mounted crude oil washing
machines are primarily used for
_________.
a higher pressure
jet
the solvent effect

of the crude oil
the majority of
crude oil tank
cleaning
washing the entire areas where direct all vertical surfaces

bottom of the tank impingement from
deck mounted
machines cannot
be satisfactorily
reached
Breathing petroleum vapors is

hazardous and may cause
__________.
Bunker "C" is classified as a grade
__________.
temporary
blindness
permanent
deafness
severe internal
bleeding
unconsciousness
and suffocation
A liquid
B liquid
D liquid
E liquid
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a higher
temperature
Illustration
Choice D
anytime as long as
the oil content is
very little
none of the above.
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292150
292555
292600
292555
292555
297111
297104
290050
299377
292102
Question
Bunker "C", a grade "E" combustible
liquid, will __________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
give off flammable have a Reid vapor self-ignite at
vapors below 80F pressure of 14 psi temperatures
(26.7C)
(96.5 kPa) or more below 150F
(65.5C)
Burning diesel oil should be treated as Class "A"
Class "B"
Class "C"
which class of fire?
soda acid
foam
water fog
Burning electrical insulation is best
extinguished by __________.
Burning magnesium is considered to Class A
Class B
Class C
be which of the listed classes of fire?
Burning paint, turpentine, or grease

would be an example of which of the
following classes of fire?
Burning rubber is considered to be
Burning wood is considered to be
By definition, an example of a
flammable liquid is __________.
By definition, combustible liquids are
liquids which __________.
Illustration
Class "D"
carbon dioxide
Class D
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
kerosene
gasoline
caustic potash
85%
90%
animal and
vegetable oils
are highly volatile have a flash point give off flammable
with a flash point of of 80F or higher vapors at or below
0F
80F
conduction of heat chemical reactions All of the above.
through a wall of
within a substance
material to the
substance
36 months
42 months
54 months
spontaneously
ignite
By definition, spontaneous
an outside heat
combustion is a result of __________. source heating a
substance until it
ignites
By regulation, orange smoke distress 24 months
signals will expire not more than how
many months from the date of
manufacture?
Carbon dioxide cylinders must be
80%
recharged when the weight of the
charge has diminished to what
percent?
Choice D
have a flash point
of 150F (65.5C)
or more
68
95%
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292530
296005
Question
Choice A
Carbon dioxide cylinders must be
80%
recharged when the cylinder charge
weight is less than what percent of the
stamped full weight charge?
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
85%
90%
95%
Carbon dioxide extinguishers must be 80%

recharged when the charge weight is
less than _____.
Cartridge-operated dry chemical fire three months
extinguishers used on MODUs,
should have the propellant cartridge
weighed every __________.
85%
90%
95%
six months
12 months
two years
Changing rescuers while carrying out without losing the

artificial respiration should be done
rhythm of
__________.
respiration
296005
Changing rescuers while carrying out without losing the

rhythm of
__________.
respiration
296015
Changing rescuers while carrying out at ten minute

intervals
__________.
296015
Changing rescuers while carrying out at ten minute

intervals
__________.
296405
291406
Chemical burns are caused by the

skin coming in contact with
__________.
Chemical foam is most suitable for
use on a fire involving __________.
only with the help by not stopping the

of two other people respiration for
more than 5
minutes
only with the help by not stopping the
of two other people respiration for
more than 5
minutes
by not stopping the only with the help
respiration for
of two other people
more than five
minutes
by not stopping the only with the help
respiration for
of two other people
more than five
minutes
diesel oil
acids, but not
alkalis
292655
acids or alkalis
oil
Class C fires may be combated using dry chemical

a __________.
extinguisher
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at ten minute
intervals
at ten minute
intervals
without losing the

rhythm of
respiration
without losing the
rhythm of
respiration
alkalis, but not
acids
burning insulation
hot bulkheads
electrical
machinery
carbon dioxide
extinguisher
Halon extinguisher all of the above
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293041
291951
291902
294001
Question
Clean air standards, referred to as
'Grade D', apply to compressed air for
use in __________.
Clogged limber holes can endanger a
ship's stability by __________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
high pressure fluid driving air powered filling open circuit bladder type
accumulators
plunger pumps
breathing systems accumulators
CO2 cylinders equipped with pressure

actuated discharge heads will
discharge automatically when
__________.
CO2 extinguishes a fire by
__________.
the discharge
valve is open
Coast Guard approved buoyant work

vests __________.
299403
Coast Guard approved buoyant work

vests__________.
297319
should be stowed
adjacent to rescue
boats and
emergency
stations
may be substituted should be stowed
for 10 percent of
adjacent to rescue
the required life
boats and
preservers
emergency
stations
valve
pump
292200
Coast Guard regulations (33 CFR)

require that the oil transfer procedures
which must be posted on every vessel
having a capacity of 250 or more
barrels of oil, must contain a
description of each oil transfer system
installed on the vessel and shall also
identify the location of each
__________.
130F (54.5C)
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR
Part 34) state that any space
containing charged CO2 cylinders,
shall be properly ventilated to prevent
a temperature higher than
__________.
decreasing off
center weight
increasing water
area on the
keelson
the control box
glass is broken
a blanket of
bubbles formed on
the surface of the
fire
may be substituted
for 10 percent of
the required life
preservers
smothering
140F (60.0C)
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Illustration
preventing the free preventing water

surface effect
from draining to
the bilge well
pressure from the the control
control cylinders is cylinders have
initially detected
been completely
discharged
cooling
isolating the heat
from the fuel
may be used by
boat crews and
line handlers
during rescue boat
drills
may be used by
boat crews and
line handlers
during rescue
boats drills
vent
should be used
when carrying out
duties near a
weather deck's
edge
should be used
when carrying out
duties near a
weather deck's
edge
all of the above
150F (66.6C)
160F (71.1C)
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Question
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR
Part 95), require a fixed foam
extinguishing system on cargo and
miscellaneous vessels to meet which
of the following requirements?
297000
297111
292202
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR)

classify a liquid having a flash point of
175F (79.4C) as a combustible
liquid, __________.
divide petroleum products into
combustible liquids and flammable
liquids. Flammable liquids
__________.
for carbon dioxide fixed fire
extinguishing systems require
__________.
291158
Choice A
The supply of foam
producing
materials must be
sufficient to
operate the
equipment for at
least 3 minutes for
spaces other than
tanks.
Grade "E"
Choice C
The foam
producing
chemicals must be
discharged and
recharged every
year at annual
inspection.
Illustration
Choice D
The foam
producing
chemicals must be
discharged and
recharged every 2
years at the annual
inspection.
Grade "D"
Grade "C"
Grade "B"
will self-ignite at
temperatures
below 150F
(65.6C)
have a flash point

of 150F (65.6C)
or more
give off flammable always have a

vapors at or below Reid vapor
80F (26.7C)
pressure of 14
pounds (6.35 kg)
or more
a separate supply the total supply of
of CO2 be
CO2 to be at least
provided for each sufficient for the
space protected
space requiring the
greatest amount

may not exceed 3
require each machinery space fire
feet in length
hose to be equipped with an approved
combination nozzle and applicator.
The maximum allowable length of the
applicator __________.
Choice B
The deck foam
system must be
completely
independent of the
fixed foam system.
71
may not exceed 4

feet in length
the total supply of all of the above

CO2 be equal to
the gross tonnage
of the vessel
divided by 30
must be less than
6 feet in length
must be less than

10 feet in length
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291207
295106
292205
294203
294203
12
294000
Question
Choice A
may not exceed 4
require each machinery space fire
feet in length
hose to be equipped with an approved
combination nozzle and applicator.
The maximum allowable length of the
applicator __________.
Choice B
may not exceed 5
feet in length
Choice C
must be less than
6 feet in length
Choice D
may be greater
than 6 feet in
length when
demonstrated to
OCMI that the
applicator will not
interfere with the
placement of the
machinery
coupling spanner
wrench
straight through
nozzle
12 foot low velocity 100 foot length of

fog applicator
lined fire hose
protected with
adequate covers
or guards
identified by yellow conspicuously

and black warning identified as to
signs
their particular
hazard
located where they

may not be easily
contacted

Two
require how many 15 pound carbon
dioxide fire extinguishers to be
installed in the boiler room of an 8,000
horsepower steam propelled vessel?
Four
Six
Eight

require inflatable liferafts to be
equipped with __________.
require inflatable liferafts to be
require that lifejackets shall be
__________.
a first aid kit
an instruction
manual
a sea anchor
all of the above
a first aid kit
an instruction
manual
a sea anchor
all of the above
provided for each

person onboard
provided for all

personnel on
watch
readily accessible
to persons in the
engine room
all of the above

require fire hydrants to be located in
the propulsion machinery spaces
containing oil fired boilers. In addition,
vessels of 1,000 gross tons and over
are to be equipped with a
__________.
require gears, couplings, flywheels,
and all rotating machinery capable of
injuring personnel to be __________.
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291157
292803
292803
295012
291430
Question
require that lifejackets shall be
__________.
Choice A
provided for each
person onboard
Choice B
provided for all
personnel on
watch
Choice C
readily accessible
to persons in the
engine room
Choice D
all of the above
three
six
nine
be given on a bid
basis
be comparable
with their regular
work
not exceed regular be overtime duties

hours
The supply of foam

producing
materials must be
sufficient to
operate the
equipment for at
least 3 minutes for
spaces other than
tanks.
The deck foam

system must be
completely
independent of the
fixed foam system.
The foam
producing
chemicals must be
discharged and
recharged every
year at annual
inspection.
1
require that low velocity fog spray
applicators be provided for the
combination hose nozzles in the
machinery spaces of tank vessels.
How many applicators are required to
be maintained in the machinery
spaces of these vessels?
A
Coast Guard regulations (46 CFR)
state that all handheld portable fire
extinguishers required aboard
uninspected motor vessels shall be
type __________.
one
state that the maximum number of
type B-II hand portable fire
extinguishers required aboard a 299
gross ton uninspected motor vessel
with 7000 BHP main propulsion diesel
engine is __________.
states that duties assigned to the crew
by the Muster List ("Station Bill") will
__________.
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR),
require a fixed foam extinguishing
system on cargo and miscellaneous
vessels to meet which of the following
requirements?
73
Illustration
The foam
producing
chemicals must be
discharged and
recharged every 2
years at the annual
inspection.
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295005
Coast Guard Regulations 46 CFR,

stipulate that in addition to emergency
signals, muster lists must specify
_________.
actions to be taken the signal for

by persons on
abandoning the
board when each vessel
signal is sounded
the duties
all of the above
assigned to
different members
of the crew
295005

__________.
actions to be taken the order to

by persons on
abandon the
signal is sounded
the duties
all of the above
assigned to
different members
of the crew
295005

__________.

by persons on
abandon the
signal is sounded
the duties
all of the above
assigned to
different members
of the crew
295005

signals, muster lists must
specify_____________.

by persons on
abandon the
signal is sounded
the duties
all of the above
assigned to
different members
of the crew
290701
Coast Guard Regulations apply to

The flashlight shall
which of the following requirements of be Type II or Type
the equipment required to be in a
III.
fireman's outfit?
The assembled
lifeline shall have a
breaking strength
of 2,500 pounds.
The combustible
gas indicator hose
must be 100 feet in
length.
298907
biennially only
quad-annually only only one every five

years
290617
Coast Guard regulations require a

annually only
shipboard oil pollution emergency plan
to be reviewed __________.
Combustible gas indicators are used an audible
to detect flammable gases or vapors signaling device
in the atmosphere. As a safety
feature, they are equipped with
__________.
an inflatable bag
a pressure
relieving device
Question
Choice A
Coast Guard Regulations (46 CFR),
flame resistant
require electric hand lamps, approved
for use in fuel tanks, to be battery
powered and __________.
Choice B
explosion proof
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Choice C
Choice D
corrosion resistant moisture proof
Illustration
All protective
clothing must be
electrically
nonconducting.
flame arrestors
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290618
VER
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290618
290612
290615
290100
299007
293170
290410
Question
Choice A
Choice B
Combustible gas indicators are used inflatable bag
heated filament
to detect flammable gases or vapors
present in a tank. This is
accomplished by an intricate
instrument incorporating a/an
__________.
Combustible gas indicators detect
burning the vapors metering the
flammable gases, or vapors present in
vapors
the atmosphere by an intricate system
which includes __________.
Choice C
sensitive liquid
chemical
Choice D
vapor detecting
carbon compound
measuring the
vapor volume
weighing the vapor
Combustible gas indicators measure

the concentration of combustible
gases as a percentage of the lower
explosive limit of the gas. If the
hydrocarbon content of the sample
exceeds the upper explosive limit
__________.
Combustible gas indicators measure
the presence of combustible gases
as a percentage of the __________.
the needle will rise

slowly to and
remain at the
maximum reading
the needle will

move rapidly to
and remain at the
maximum reading
the needle will

it will not be
move to the
detected
maximum reading
and return back to
zero
flash point
upper explosive
limit
lower explosive
limit
Combustible material which is stored

adjacent to a compartment where
there is a fire, may also be ignited.
This ignition can occur by
__________.
Comminuted or ground garbage which
will be discharged into the sea must
be able to pass through a screen with
a mesh size no larger than
__________.
Compliance with the terms of the load
line certificate on a MODU is the
responsibility of the __________.
heat convection
through the
bulkheads
heat conduction of direct radiation

combustion gases emitted by the
adjacent fire
heat radiated from

the bulkhead by
the adjacent fire
25 millimeters
50 millimeters
75 millimeters
100 millimeters
Ballast Control
Operator
Barge Supervisor
Master or Offshore Operator

Installation
representative
Manager
immediately
following control of following

flooding
establishment of
fire boundaries
Control of a fire on a MODU should be immediately after

addressed __________.
restoring vital
services
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fire point
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291952
297528
293263
Question
Choice A
Control of flooding on a MODU should first
be addressed __________.
Choice B
Choice C
following control of following
a fire
restoration of vital
services
there is also a
the CO2 cylinders
control valve
are also in the
outside
space
Choice D
only if a threat
exists
Control valves for a CO2 fire

extinguishing system may be located
within the protected space when
__________.
Crude oil washing has which of the
following disadvantages?
it is impractical to
locate them
outside
Damage stability of a MODU is the

stability __________.
294334
Davit launched lifeboats must be

297112
ignition point
volatility point
297105
Diesel fuel is relatively safe to handle flash point

due to its low volatility, but the fumes
will self-ignite and continue to burn
steadily if the fuel is heated to the
__________.
Diesel fuel vapors __________.
can not be ignited
by a spark unless
the vapor is in a
confined space
are nontoxic in all

concentrations
can not be ignited

by a spark unless
they are at their
auto ignition
temperature
are heavier than

air
299305
Distress signals may be __________. red flares
smoke signals
sound signals
All of the above
294337
Drinking salt water will __________.
prevent
seasickness
promote urine
excretion
protect against
heat cramps
Its cleaning ability

is very poor.
Allows buildup of
cargo residue on
tank walls.
an automatic heat
sensing trip is
installed
It requires
following additional
work procedures
and close attention
by the crew during
cargo operations.
When completed,
more cargo is
retained aboard
the ship than with
water washing.
which exists when before collision

the wind speed is
less than 50 knots
after flooding
at survival draft
tanks for the

ballast tanks to
storage of drinking prevent the boat
water
from capsizing
buoyant oars or
paddles
auxiliary
mechanical
propulsion
(Fleming gear)
upper explosive
limit
be safe if mixed
with fresh water
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292301
Dry chemical extinguishing agents

extinguish a fire by __________.
cooling the fuel

below ignition
temperature
292301
Dry chemical extinguishing agents

extinguish a fire by __________.
removing the fuel

by absorbing the
heated vapors
292454
Class "A" only
291851
290401
Dry chemical fire extinguishers may

be effectively used on which of the
listed classes of fires?
Due to the hazards involved with
Halon type fire extinguishers on a
MODU, the size II extinguisher may
only be used __________.
During a fire drill on a MODU, which of
the following actions is required to be
carried out?
294335
295006
294114
Question
Choice A
Dry chemical extinguishing agents are with any foam
effective when used __________.
extinguishing
agents
Choice B
Choice C
strictly in a cooling with any other dry
capacity
chemical
extinguishing
agents
smothering and
breaking up the
removing the
molecular chain
oxygen from the
reaction
fuel
cooling and
smothering and
removing the
removing the
oxygen from the
oxygen from the
fuel
fuel
Class "B" only
Class "B" and "C"
only
Choice D
on materials that
contain their own
oxygen
outside of an
occupied space
on class C fires
on class B fires
Each fire pump is

to be started.
The lifeboat is to
be launched and
operated.
An inspection and
inventory of fire
hoses is to be
made.
open the doors
and prepare the
craft for boarding
man overboard
During an evacuation from a MODU, there is burning oil there is a rescue

an individual without the option of a
on the water
craft in the area
survival craft or liferaft should enter
the water on the leeward side, except
when __________.
water temperature a rigid survival

is below 40F
craft is in the area
in any inside
emergency
An inventory of
rescue and fire
equipment is to be
taken.
activate the
During an abandonment or drill, the
pass out food and open the doors
emergency release
first person to arrive at the survival
water to personnel and start the
handle
craft should __________.
sprinkler system
During an emergency drill on a vessel, abandon ship
dismissal from fire fire and
you hear "three (3) short blasts on the
and emergency
emergency
whistle and three (3) short rings on the
stations
general alarm bells". This is the
signal is for __________.
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Illustration
removing the fuel

by absorbing the
heated vapors
breaking up the
molecular chain
reaction
Class "A" and "C"
only
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Question
Choice A
During an evacuation from a MODU, there is a rescue
craft in the area
when __________.
Choice B
there is hydrogen
sulfide present
294114
During an evacuation from a MODU, there is a rescue

craft in the area
when __________.
water temperature there is a severe

a rigid survival
is below 40F
list to the windward craft is in the area
side of the MODU
292405
degreasing
machinery parts
recharging dry
chemical fire
extinguishers
engine jacket
water treatment
292612
During an inspection of a ships

storeroom, you find sealed containers
of chemicals labeled "potassium
bicarbonate" and "potassium
chloride". These chemicals are most
commonly used aboard ship for
_______.
During cargo operations, a deck fire
has occurred due to a leaking cargo
line. You should FIRST __________.
blanket the cargo

spill with foam
apply CO2 on the

burning fuel at its
source
stop the transfer of prevent the spread

cargo
of fire with a foam
dam
293302
continue counter
flooding in the
same direction
continue counter
immediately stop
flooding, but in the counter flooding
opposite direction
deballast from the

low side
293766
During counter flooding to correct a

severe list or trim aggravated by an off
center load, a MODU suddenly takes
a list or trim to the opposite side. You
should __________.
During counter flooding to correct a
severe list or trim aggravated by an off
center load, your ship suddenly takes
a list or trim to the opposite side.
Your first course of action should be
__________.
continue counter
flooding in the
same direction
continue counter
immediately stop
flooding, but in the counter flooding
opposite direction
deballast from the

low side
78
Choice C
Choice D
water temperature a rigid survival
is below 40F
craft is in the area
Illustration
descalling
evaporator tubes
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297402
Question
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
During fueling operations oil is
secure operations make an entry in
notify the Coast
detected in the water adjacent to your until the exact type the oil record book Guard
vessel. If however, it is determined to of oil is determined to that effect
be from some source other than your
vessel, you should __________.
Choice D
All of the above
During fueling operations, which of the Reduce the

listed precautions should be taken
pumping rate by
when topping off fuel tanks?
closing the deck
filling valve.
Reduce the
pumping rate and
sound tanks
frequently
298618
295200
The designated
The tankerman
During oil transfer operations, who
person in charge
would be responsible to guarantee
that the posted transfer procedures
are being followed?
During severe storms, when survival deballasting the rig ballasting the rig
becomes a major concern, it may
become necessary to relieve high
anchor tensions on the windward side
of the MODU by __________.
Place 5 gallon
containers under
all flange
connections in the
fuel line.
The senior able
seaman
paying out cable

on the windward
side
paying out cable

on the leeward
side
292100
109
All of the above
295010
instructed in the
use of life
preservers
not required to
attend the boat drill
294315
297409
294100
Close all overflow

valves.
The oiler
During the annual servicing of your

ship's fixed CO2 system, you receive
the report shown in the illustration.
Which CO2 cylinders require
recharging?
During the required periodic boat drill
aboard a MODU, each person not
assigned duties as per the Muster List
("Station Bill") is __________.
105
During the towing of a survival craft, a

lookout should be on station to
__________.
During topping off of bunker tanks, the
loading rate must be personally
supervised by the __________.
Each buoyant work vest on a MODU
must be __________.
release the towline help the helmsman look for food and
in an emergency
steer
water
check water level

in the bilge
terminal operator
person-in-charge
master
chief engineer
Coast Guard
approved
marked with the

name of the unit
equipped with a
water light
all of the above
103 and 108
instructed in the
shown a video
use of portable fire demonstrating
extinguishers
lifeboat launching
79
Illustration
SF-0014
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298704
294306
299378
290403
290405
294310
294310
15
291350
Question
Each buoyant work vest on an OSV
must be __________.
Each completed page of the Oil
Record Book must be signed by the
__________.
Each distress signal and self-activated
smoke signal must be replaced not
later than the marked date of
expiration, or from the date of
manufacture, not later than
__________.
Each distress signal and self-activated
smoke signal must be replaced not
later than the marked date of
expiration, or not more than how many
months from the date of manufacture?
Choice A
Choice B
Coast Guard
marked with the
approved
name of the unit
engineer on watch Chief Engineer
Choice C
equipped with a
water light
Chief Mate
Master
48 months
42 months
36 months
12 months
12
24
36
42
Each emergency generator on a

mobile offshore drilling unit, when
tested, must be run under a full load
for at least __________.
Each emergency light on a MODU
must be marked with __________.
one hour
two hours
ten hours
four hours
the letter "E"
an arrow pointing a no smoking

to the nearest exit symbol
the word
'DANGER'
two weeks
month
two months
two weeks
month
two months
week
Each EPIRB required on a MODU
shall be tested using the integrated
test circuit and output indicator every
__________.
Each EPIRB required on a OSV, other week
than an EPIRB or SART in an
inflatable liferaft, shall be tested using
the integrated test circuit and output
indicator every __________.
Each fire hose coupling on a MODU
must have threads to meet the
specifications of the __________.
American
National Standard American Society
Petroleum Institute Fire Hose Coupling of Mechanical
Engineers
80
Choice D
all of the above
Illustration
Underwriter's
Laboratories, Inc.
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291158
291354
290402
292538
292537
297323
297323
297507
Question
Each fire hydrant is required to have
at least one spanner wrench and at
least one __________.
Each fire hydrant serving the
machinery spaces of a MODU
containing oil fired boilers, internal
combustion machinery, or fuel oil
units, must be equipped with a
__________.
Each fire pump on a MODU must
have a pressure gage located
__________.
Each fireman's outfit and its spare
equipment on a MODU must be
stowed __________.
Each hand portable fire extinguisher
carried on a MODU must be marked
with __________.
Choice A
hose rack or reel
Choice B
hammer
Choice C
foam applicator
Choice D
pick ax
fireman's outfit
low velocity spray

applicator
marine strainer
pick axe
at the pump
discharge
at the manifold
connection
at each fire station at the pump station

discharge
in a locked cabinet
in the machinery
space
the name of the
unit on which it is
located
in an unlocked
cabinet in the
machinery space
the date that it was
installed on the
unit
in a separate and at a fire hydrant

accessible location location
Each hand portable, semi-portable,

and fixed fire extinguishing unit on a
MODU must be tested and inspected
at least once every __________.
six weeks
six months
twelve months
Each hose in the fuel transfer system

for helicopter refueling must have a
__________.
Each hose in the fuel transfer system
for helicopter refueling must meet the
standards of the __________.
static grounding
device
quick-disconnect
nozzle
splash guard
vapor recovery
system
Federal Aviation
Administration
Corps of
Engineers
National Fire
Protection
Association
National
Transportation
Safety Board
deck seal low

water level
low inert gas

temperature
Each inert gas system gas main must cargo pump failure blower failure
have an automatic shut down valve at
the outlet of the gas production plant.
This valve must close automatically
upon __________.
81
the names of the

individuals
qualified to use it
Illustration
an identification
number different
from other
extinguishers on
the unit
two years
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297505
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2
297513
294212
294212
298722
294200
10
Question
Each inert gas system must be
designed to supply the cargo tanks
with a gas, or mixture of gases, that
has an oxygen content by volume of
__________.
Each inert gas system must be
equipped with the following
instruments: oxygen concentration
indicator and recorder, pressure
indicator and recorder, and
temperature indicator. The point of
measurement for these instruments
must be located __________.
Choice A
5% or less
Choice B
10% or less
after the gas

regulating valve
downstream of the scrubber outlet

blowers
upstream of the
liquid filled breaker
Each liferaft container without an

indicated maximum stowage height
above the waterline, must be stowed
at a height not more than
__________.
Each liferaft container without an
indicated maximum stowage height
must be stowed at a height not more
than __________.
Each operation involving the transfer
of oil or oily mixture that requires an
entry in the OIL Record Book shall be
fully recorded ________.
3 meters (10 feet)

above the
waterline
18 meters (59 feet) indicated on the

above the
vessels certificate
waterline
of inspection
required by the
vessels Muster List
("Station Bill")
3 meters (10 feet)

above the
waterline
18 meters (59 feet) indicated on the

above the
vessels certificate
waterline
of inspection
required by the
vessels Muster List
("Station Bill")
within 24 hours of
completion of the
project
within 48 hours of
completion of the
operation
without delay
within 12 hours of
completion of the
operation
Each OSV must carry __________.
one category 1 406 at least one

MHz satellite
lifebuoy on each
EPIRB
side of the vessel
fitted with a
buoyant lifeline
at least 12 rocket
parachute flares
all of the above
82
Choice C
15% or less
Choice D
20% or less
Illustration
ESEP100114
ABS
294105
VER
1
295008
294306
294306
20
297515
290212
294310
Question
Each person on a MODU carrying
immersion suits must wear the
exposure suit in a boat drill, or
participate in a drill which includes
donning the suit and being instructed
in its use at least once every
__________.
Each person on the rig has a
designated area to proceed to in the
event of a fire. This assignment is
shown clearly on the rig's
__________.
Each personal flotation device light on
a MODU that has a non-replaceable
power source must be replaced
__________.
Each personal flotation device light on
an OSV that has a non-replaceable
power source must be replaced
__________.
Each tank ship having an inert gas
system must have portable
instruments to measure
concentrations of hydrocarbon vapor
in inert atmospheres. The ship must
also carry instruments that can
measure concentrations of
_________.
Each ventilation system for an
enclosed classified location on a
MODU must provide a complete
change of air every __________.
Each vessel in ocean and coastwise
service must have an approved
EPIRB. An EPIRB __________.
Choice A
month
Choice B
two months
Choice C
three months
Choice D
six months
firefighting plan
shipping articles
Certificate of
Inspection
Muster List
("Station Bill")
every six months

after initial
installation
every 12 months
after initial
installation
every 24 months
after initial
installation
on or before the
expiration date of
the power source
every six months

after initial
installation
every 12 months
after initial
installation
every 24 months
after initial
installation
on or before the
expiration date of
the power source
nitrogen
oxygen
carbon dioxide
water vapor
three minutes
five minutes
seven minutes
ten minutes
must be stowed in
a manner so that it
will float free if the
vessel sinks
must be stowed
where it is readily
accessible for
testing and use
is a device that
transmits a radio
signal
all of the above
83
Illustration
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294315
VER
7
296703
299353
297100
290053
290055
293207
297517
298034
Question
Choice A
Choice B
Engines for lifeboats are required to
6 hours
12 hours
have sufficient fuel to operate for how
many hours?
Epilepsy is a chronic nervous disorder severe nausea and muscular
characterized by __________.
cramps
convulsions with
partial or complete
loss of
consciousness
Error may be introduced into a
making a structural a short circuit near
magnetic compass by___________. change to the
the compass
vessel
Ethylene oxide has a lower explosive there is no
there is no
limit of 2.0% and an upper explosive possible ethylene possible ethylene
limit of 100% by volume in air. This
oxide
oxide
means __________.
concentration in air concentration in air
which is too lean to which is too rich to
burn
burn
Except in rare cases, it is impossible
to extinguish a shipboard fire by
__________.
Except in rare cases, the most difficult
condition to modify when fighting an
oil fire in the engine room bilge would
be __________.
Excessive free surface occurring in
tanks carrying liquid cargo should be
avoided in order to __________.
Excessive recirculation of inert gas is
_________.
removing the heat removing the

oxygen
Exemption or partial exemption from

compliance with any requirement in
the Oil or Hazardous Material
Pollution Prevention Regulations
prescribed in (33 CFR 155) may be
granted by the __________.
OCMI in the
vessel's home port
Choice C
18 hours
Choice D
24 hours
sudden thirst and

craving for candy
severe agitation
and desire to get
out of close
spaces
belt buckles
All of the above
an ethylene oxide a 2.0%

spill always results concentration of
in an explosion
ethylene oxide in
air would give a
reading of 2.0% on
a combustible gas
indicator
removing the fuel interrupting the
chain reaction
removing the fuel
removing the heat interrupting the

chain reaction
removing the
oxygen
maintain hog and

sag
maintain good
stability
prevent oil
pollution
all of the above
highly
recommended
undesirable and it
may lead to high
oxygen content of
the inert gas
Captain of the Port
likely to over
pressurize the
cargo tanks
likely to over heat

the deck water
seal
Commandant of
the Coast Guard
vessel's Chief
Engineer
84
Illustration
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297601
VER
1
291400
291501
291355
Fighting an oil rig fire in a watertight

progressive down
compartment with hoses could reduce flooding
the stability of the rig by __________.
291355
295000
10
Fighting an oil rig fire in the ballast

pump room with hoses would
adversely affect the stability of the rig
most by __________.
Fire and lifeboat stations are required
to be listed on the __________.
295000
290404
290104
290101
290557
Question
Explosive and flammable gases are
most likely to be encountered on a
MODU __________.
Extinguishing an oil fire when using
foam is a result of __________.
Extra chemicals maintained aboard
the vessel for producing chemical
foam, should be stored __________.
Choice A
in machinery
spaces
Choice B
on the drill floor
and liquid mud
handling areas
dampening
cooling
in a freezer
Choice C
in bulk storage
tanks
Choice D
at any location
smothering
vapor absorption
in a cool dry place at a temperature

in open bins
not less than 80F
reducing the level

of drill water from
the storage tanks
causing a list due reducing the KG to

to the water in the minimum allowable
compartment
increasing the
reduction of drill
permeability of the water from the
pump room
storage tanks
a list caused by
water filling the
compartment
ship's articles
muster list
bunk card
Fire and lifeboat stations are required ship's articles

to be listed on the __________.
manning list
official log book
Muster List
("Station Bill")
Fire axes required on MODUs must

be stored in the enclosure for fire
hoses with the location marked
'_________________.'
Fire dampers installed in the ships
galley ventilation system, which
automatically close during a fire, are
normally operated by the use of a
__________.
Fire dampers prevent the fire
spreading through the process of
__________.
Fire detecting systems on merchant
vessels may be arranged to sense
__________.
Fire Axe Location
Hose Station No.

_____
Fire Station No.

_____
Firefighting
Equipment
remote operated
valve
fusible link
CO2 system
pressure switch
heat or smoke
detector
convection
conduction
radiation
direct contact
smoke
rate of temperature ionized particles

rise
Illustration
85
A reduced KG
caused by water
filling the
compartment
forecastle card
all of the above
ESEP100114
ABS
290805
VER
1
292005
292004
292533
291651
291304
291200
291202
291200
Question
Fire doors are released by a/an
__________.
Choice A
hydraulic
directional valve
that automatically
releases the door
in the event of a
disruption to the
control power
system
Choice B
spring-loaded
catch that
automatically lifts
to release the door
in the event of the
presence of a fire
Choice C
method that
automatically
releases the door
in the event of a
disruption of
control system
power
Fire extinguishers designated as size

III, IV, and V are considered
__________.
Fire extinguishers designated by the
Roman numerals I and II are
__________.
Fire extinguishers used on MODUs
are indicated by size using the
designators "I" through "V", with "I"
being __________.
Fire fighting agents, such as Halon
and Purple K, suppress the fire by
__________.
Fire hose can be used for purposes
other than firefighting service when
__________.
Fire hose should always be stowed at
the fire station in the hose rack
__________.
portable units
semi-portable units fixed systems
compact systems
used for electrical

fires only
the smallest size
the most effective

size
dissipating heat
breaking the chain removing the fuel

reaction
used for portable

water service
used for drills and

testing
after the hose has with the nozzle in

been completely
the solid stream
drained
position
the most
accessible size
all of the above
determined by the approved by OCMI

Chief Engineer
so the hose can be so the nozzle is
connected quickly protected by the
if a fire occurs
hose
capped on the
supplied with a
ends for protection smooth bore
nozzle
Fire hoses should always be stowed all sections to be the nozzle end to all sections to be
at the fire main in a manner which will quickly connected be run out to the
quickly drained
allow __________.
fire
86
Illustration
disposable units
hand-portable units semi-portable units fixed systems
Fire hoses located at protected fire

connected to the
stations must always be __________. fire hydrant
Choice D
pneumatic heat
sensor
open to the air to

prevent rot
the nozzle and
fittings to be easily
and quickly
inspected
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ABS
297336
VER
1
291258
Question
Choice A
Fire hydrant valves on a crude oil
spade blanks
tanker shall be isolated from the crude
oil washing system by __________.
Choice B
face blanks
Choice C
nonreturn valves
Fire main outlet valves or hydrants

located on exposed decks shall be
__________.
behind glass or a
suitably marked
enclosure
protected against
freezing or be fitted
with cutout valves
and drain valves
opened up and
all of the above
internally
examined at each
Coast Guard
biannual inspection
for certification
291254
Fire main outlet valves, or hydrants

shall be installed __________.
in screened
enclosures in all
passageways
where they are

in a protected
pointing downward
protected from the location to prevent or horizontal to
weather
cargo damage
prevent kinking of
the fire hose
291257
suitable adapters
to mate shore fire
line couplings
at least two shore

connections on
each side of the
vessel
connections for 2 exterior "Y"

inch fire hose only connections for 1
1/2 inch fire hose
only
290305
Fire main shore connections on a

1,000 gross ton cargo vessel are
required by Coast Guard Regulations
(46 CFR) to be provided with
__________.
Fire prevention during welding or
burning aboard any vessel should
include __________.
posting a fire
watch in the
immediate area
providing an
extinguisher which
is ready for
immediate use
requiring the fire

All of the above.
watch to remain on
post for an
adequate cool
down period after
the completion of
welding or burning
291550
292604
292700
mixes with the

is kept saturated
burning fuel oil
with low velocity
water fog
Fires are grouped into which of the
Class A, B, C, and Type 1, 2, 3, and 4 Combustible
listed categories?
D
solids, liquids, and
gases
Fires involving combustible metals are class "A" fires
class "B" fires
class "C" fires
classified as __________.
Firefighting foam is only effective

when the foam __________.
penetrates to the
bottom of the fire
87
Choice D
automatic closing
valves
Illustration
completely covers
the top of the
burning liquid
Flammable solids,
liquids, and gases
class "D" fires
ESEP100114
ABS
292702
VER
2
Question
Choice A
Fires occurring in combustible metals, class A
such as sodium or magnesium, are
Choice B
class B
Choice C
class C
Choice D
class D
290051
Fires resulting from "spontaneous

cigarette butts
combustion" are usually caused by the
improper disposal of __________.
oily rags
burner torches
lighted matches
292602
Fires resulting from escaping liquefied cooling below the

flammable gases are generally
ignition point
cutting off the

oxygen supply
stopping the flow

of gas
interrupting the
chemical chain
reaction
299463
First aid means __________.
medical treatment setting of broken

of accident
bones
emergency
dosage of
treatment at the
medications
scene of the injury
296405
First aid treatment for battery acid or

alkali burns, especially in the eyes,
includes __________.
flushing with large

amounts of fresh
water and seeking
medical attention
ashore or by radio
wiping the affected

area with a clean
dry cloth and
resting quietly for
several hours
drying the acid or

alkali with a rag
followed by
applying a light
cream
all of the above

may be acceptable
treatments
depending on the
severity of the burn
296110
First aid treatment for small cuts and

open wounds is to __________.
stop the bleeding,

clean, medicate,
and cover the
wound
lay the patient

down and cover
the wound when
the bleeding stops
apply an ice pack

to the wound and
cover it when the
bleeding stops
apply a hot towel to

purge the wound,
then medicate and
cover it
296106
First aid treatment for small cuts and

open wounds should be to
__________.
have the patient lie

down and cover
the wound when
the bleeding stops
stop the bleeding,

clean, medicate,
and cover the
wound
apply an ice pack

to the wound and
cover it when the
bleeding stops
apply a hot towel to

purge the wound,
then medicate and
cover it
296400
First, second, and third degree burns

are classified according to
__________.
area of the body

burned
source of heat
causing the burn
layers of skin
affected
size of the burned

area
88
Illustration
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291952
VER
5
290501
290501
290504
Question
Fixed carbon dioxide extinguishing
systems for machinery spaces are
actuated by one control operating the
stop valve leading to the space and
__________.
Flame screens must be maintained in
good condition and fitted in the
opening they protect in order to
__________.
Flame screens must be maintained in
good condition and fitted properly in
the vent opening they protect in order
to __________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
the same control
a separate control two separate
three separate
releasing the CO2 releasing the CO2 controls to release controls to release
the CO2
the CO2
Flame screens used on ullage

openings prevent flames from
entering a tank by __________.
reducing the cross- restricting the flow creating turbulence dissipating heat
sectional area of
of gases through in the exiting gas from the flame into
the opening
the opening
stream
the surrounding
metal
293021
increase ship
stability
reduce ship
stability
cause a serious
permanent list
decrease the
heeling moment
293021
Flooding of any compartment in a

ship, resulting in a serious loss of
reserve buoyancy, will always
__________.
Flooding of any ship's compartment,
resulting in a serious loss of reserve
buoyancy, will always __________.
increase the trim
change the free

surface effect
decrease ship
stability
cause a serious list
291400
Foam extinguishes a fire by

__________.
destroying the
burning materials
absorbing the
burning material
smothering the
burning material
291400
Foam is a very effective smothering

agent, in addition __________.
291553
Class A
Class B
291400
Foam is effective in combating which

of the listed classes of fire?
Foam tends to extinguish a fire by
__________.
can be used to
all of the above
combat
combustible metal
fires
Classes A and B
Classes B and C
chemically
absorbing the
oxygen
smothering the
burning material
Illustration
prevent flammable allow the escape of contain flammable allow dissipation of

vapors from
flammable vapors vapors within the heat from any
entering the tank
tank
flame
prevent flammable allow the escape of contain flammable allow proper
vapors from
flammable vapors vapors within the dissipation of heat
entering the tank
tank
from a flame
chemical reaction
with the burning
material
it provides cooling works well on
as a secondary
extinguishing
effect
electrical fires
89
chemically
absorbing the
burning material
releasing large
amounts of carbon
dioxide
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ABS
293401
VER
1
292154
Question
Following a grounding, you can best
determine that a SLACK fuel oil tank
has been holed by __________.
Choice A
sounding the tank
Following an engine room bilge fire

which is believed to be extinguished
after using a fixed CO2 fire
extinguishing system, the investigating
team should reenter the closed space
__________.
no sooner than 15 via the lowest

minutes after the access door
fire is believed
extinguished
293250
294108
For a floating MODU, the center of

buoyancy and the metacenter are in
the line of action of the buoyant force
__________.
For a MODU not on an international
spring-loaded line
voyage, an approved substitute for an thrower
impulse projected rocket type line
throwing appliance is a __________.
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293266
For a MODU with a list, a decrease in

'GMT' will cause the angle of
inclination to __________.
For a MODU with a list, an increase in
'GMT' will cause the inclination to
__________.
For a MODU with longitudinal
inclination, an increase in 'GML'
causes __________.
For a MODU with transverse
inclination, an increase in 'GMT'
causes __________.
For a MODU with trim, a decrease in
'GMT' will cause the angle of
inclination to __________.
For a MODU with trim, an increase in
'GMT' will cause the inclination to
__________.
Choice B
waiting for the
vessel to list
Choice C
examining tank
boundaries
via the lowest

access door and
equipped with
SCBAs no sooner
than 30 minutes
after the fire is
believed
extinguished
only when there is only when there is only when there is
positive stability
negative stability
neutral stability
Choice D
checking fuel oil
strainers
via the highest

access door and
equipped with
SCBAs, one hour
after the fire is
believed
extinguished
at all times
hand thrown
buoyant line
shoulder type
throwing gun
heaving line
stabilize at an
angle of loll
decrease
increase
remain constant
stabilize at an
angel of loll
decrease
increase
remain constant
list to stabilize at
an angle of loll
trim to stabilize at
an angle of loll
trim to increase
trim to decrease
list to stabilize at
an angle
list to decrease
trim to decrease
list to increase
increase
decrease
remain constant
stabilize at an
angle
stabilize at an
angle of loll
decrease
increase
remain constant
90
Illustration
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Question
Choice A
For a OSV not on an international
spring-loaded line
voyage, an approved substitute for an thrower
impulse projected rocket type line
throwing appliance is a __________.
For a ship of 10,000 gross tons,
constructed after 30 June 1974, a
fixed container, or enclosed deck
area, must exist under or around
each fuel oil tank vent. The container
must have a capacity of at least
__________.
For a vessel with a block coefficient of
1, the addition of weight at the center
of flotation will __________.
5 gallons (18.9 l)
Choice C
shoulder type
throwing gun
Choice D
heaving line
Illustration
10 gallons (37.8 l) 21 gallons (79.5 l) 42 gallons (158.9 l)
increase the
forward draft and
decrease the after
draft
For a victim who is coughing and
immediately give
gagging, as a result of a partial
the victim four
obstruction of the airway by a foreign abdominal thrusts
body, a rescuer should __________. and four back
blows
For all loading operations, the terminal
must supply the vessel with a means
in which the vessel's designated
person-in-charge may stop the flow of
oil to the vessel, insuring immediate
shutdown in the event of a hose
rupture, tank overflow, etc. This
means of control may be activated
__________.
For an upright vessel, draft is the
vertical distance between the keel and
the __________.
For small first degree burns the
quickest method to relieve pain is to
__________.
Choice B
hand thrown
buoyant line
decrease the
forward draft and
increase the after
draft
wait for the victim
to become
unconscious then
give them four
back blows
have no effect on
the trim
electrically
pneumatically or
mechanically
via a
All of the above.
communications
device used for no
other purpose
waterline
freeboard deck
Plimsoll mark
amidships section
immerse the burn

in cool water
administer aspirin
apply petroleum
jelly
apply a bandage to
exclude air
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have no effect on
the stability
not interfere, but

bend the victim
should encourage over and give them
the victim to cough four back blows
till the restriction is
cleared
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Question
For the best extinguishing effect, the
discharge from a dry chemical type
fire extinguisher should be directed at
the __________.
For the protection of personnel,
moving parts of rotating machinery
are required to be fitted with
________.
For the purpose of training and drills,
rescue boats on an OSV should be
launched if reasonable and
practicable __________.
For the safety of personnel working
with fire hoses, fire pumps are fitted
with a/an __________.
For typical crude oils, approximate
values for the lower flammable limit
and upper flammable limit, would be
in the range of _________.
For use as protection from gas
leaking from a refrigeration unit, each
MODU must be equipped with a
__________.
For which of the listed classes of fire
combinations would carbon dioxide
be most suitable as the extinguishing
agent?
Forces within a mobile offshore drilling
unit have caused a difference
between the starboard and port drafts.
This difference is __________.
Frapping lines __________.
Choice A
base of a fire
Choice B
top and sides of a
fire
Choice C
above the flames
of the fire
Illustration
Choice D
highest flames in a
fire
audible alarms
bright lights
reflective tape
cover guards
once a week
once a month
once a year
twice a year
butterfly valve on air priming valve

the discharge side on the impeller
housing
automatic suction
valve shut off
pressure gage and

relief valve on the
discharge side
1% and 11%
24% and 38%
39% and 50%
portable ventilation flame safety lamp

system
self-contained
breathing
apparatus
gas mask
Class "A" and

class "B"
Class "B" and

class "C"
Class "A" and

class "C"
Class "C", class

"D", and class "E"
list
heel
trim
flotation
secure the lifeboat

in the davits when
in the stowed
position
bring the lifeboat

close alongside the
rail in the
embarkation
position
give the occupants

a safety line when
the boat is being
lowered from the
embarkation level
reduce the
swinging of the
lifeboat at the
embarkation level
12% and 23%
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Question
Frapping lines are fitted to lifeboat
davits to __________.
Free surface effect occurring in

partially filled cargo or fuel storage
tanks on board a vessel should be
avoided to __________.
Fuel oil and bulk lubricating oil
discharge containment on a 200 gross
ton ship (constructed before July 1,
1974) may consist of a/an
__________.
Fuel oil tank vents are fitted with a
corrosion resistant wire mesh screen
to __________.
Fuel oil tank vents are fitted with
corrosion resistant screens to prevent
__________.
Fuel oil tank vents must be fitted with
corrosion resistant screens to prevent
__________.
Fuel tanks should never be filled by
cascading liquid through an open
hatch or manhole because
__________.
Choice A
reduce the
swinging of the
lifeboat as it is
being lowered
from the
embarkation level
reduce hogging
and sagging
maintain vessel
stability
prevent oil
pollution
fixed container with overflow manifold

a capacity of one- that empties into
half barrel (.08 m3) the day tank
prevent dirt from

entering the tank
dissipate fumes
leaving the vent
flames entering
through the tank
vent
escape of
flammable vapors
escape of
flammable vapors
prevent flames
from entering the
tank
corrosion in the
tank vent
excessive fuel
vapors will be
released
93
Illustration
all of the above
fixed container with enclosed deck

a capacity of 5
area with a
U.S. gallons (19 l) capacity of 5 U.S.
gallons (19 l)
Fusible link fire dampers are operated a mechanical arm

by __________.
outside the vent
duct
Gasoline is a flammable liquid whose heavier than air
vapors are __________.
Generally, what is used to inflate
non-toxic inert gas
liferafts?
Generally, when lifting an inflatable
towing bridle
liferaft back aboard ship, you would
use the __________.
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
secure the lifeboat allow the bow and be used as a
in the davits when stern to be lowered safety line in an
in the stowed
evenly
emergency
position
prevent accidental
overflow
damage to the ball
check
entry of sea water flames entering the damage to the ball

tank
check
static electricity
could be generated
by fuel falling
through vaporladen air
electrical controls
on the bridge
spillage of fuel
water
could occur with an contamination of
open hatch
the fuel could
occur
the heat of a fire
melting the link
a break-glass and
pull-cable system
toxic
highly explosive
all of the above
Oxygen
Hydrogen
Carbon monoxide
main weather
cover
external lifelines
righting strap
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10
Question
Generally, when lifting an inflatable
liferaft back aboard ship, you would
use the __________.
Generally, which of the following
gases is used to inflate liferafts?
Generally, which of the following
gases is used to inflate liferafts?
'GM' cannot be used as an indicator of
stability at all angles of inclination
because __________.
Good housekeeping on a vessel
prevents fires by __________.
Choice A
towing bridle
Choice B
main weather
cover
Choice C
external lifelines
Choice D
righting strap
CO2
Oxygen
Hydrogen
Compressed air
CO2
Oxygen
Hydrogen
Compressed air
"M" is not fixed at

large angles
there is no "M" at
large angles
"G" is not fixed at

large angles
there is no "G" at
large angles
allowing better
access in an
emergency
Halogenated fire extinguishing agents cooling
such as Halon 1301 extinguish fires
by __________.
Halon 1301 enters the fire area as a powder
__________.
Halon extinguishers used on a class base of the
"C" fire should be directed at the
equipment
__________.
Hand holds or straps on the underside to right the raft if it
of an inflatable liferaft are provided
capsizes
__________.
Handholds or straps on the underside to right the raft if it
capsizes
__________.
Handholds or straps on the underside to right the raft if it
capsizes
__________.
Hazardous conditions exist which may oil soaked rags are
result in spontaneous combustion
stowed in the
when __________.
machine shop
Heat exhaustion is caused by
loss of body
excessive __________.
temperature
eliminating
potential fuel
sources
producing excess
CO2
eliminating trip
hazards
improving
personnel
qualifications
breaking the chain foaming action
reaction
gas
pellet
glassy slag
top of the
equipment
power source
source of the fire
to carry the raft

around on deck
for crewman to
hang on to
to hang the raft for

drying
to carry the raft

around on deck
for crewmen to
hang on to

drying
to carry the raft

around on deck
for crewmen to
hang on to

drying
powdered
aluminum is
stowed dry
loss of water and
salt from the body
dry metal turnings all of the above

accumulate
Heat exhaustion is caused by

excessive __________.
loss of water and gain in body

salt from the body temperature
loss of body
temperature
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gain in body
temperature
Illustration
intake of water
when working or
exercising
intake of water
when working or
exercising
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How are solid materials kept from

fouling a fire hose nozzle?
297115
How can the build up of static

electricity be prevented so that a
static spark does not ignite flammable
vapors?
Question
Heave is the motion of a vessel along
the __________.
High concentrations of hydrogen
sulfide gas are most dangerous to
personnel because inhaling this gas
can __________.
High concentrations of hydrogen
sulfide gas are most dangerous to
personnel because they can
__________.
Highly toxic concentrations of
hydrogen sulfide gas are most likely to
be found in which of the locations
listed?
Horizontal fore or aft motion of a

vessel while underway is known as
__________.
Horizontal transverse motion of a
vessel is known as __________.
Hose spanner wrenches should be
used to connect __________.
Choice A
longitudinal axis
Choice B
transverse axis
Choice C
vertical axis
Choice D
centerline axis
cause involuntary
skeletal muscle
contractions
paralyze your
breathing system
cause eye
inflammation
cause dizziness
cause involuntary
skeletal muscle
contractions
paralyze your
breathing system
cause eye
inflammation
cause dizziness
Fire room bilges

where hydrazine
has accumulated.
Sewage
compartment
bilges where
leaked sewage
has accumulated.
Engine room
bilges where
chemical cleaners
and solvents have
accumulated.
pitch
surge
sway
Emergency battery
storage
compartment
where discharge
gases have
accumulated.
roll
pitch
surge
sway
heave
hose spreaders for

attaching new
fittings
Using a Cadmium Use of in-line
Chloride coating. system strainers.
two female hose

couplings
two male hose

couplings
Each machine and

hose involved in
the operation
should be
grounded.
A dehumidifier
used in spaces
containing
flammable liquids
will significantly
reduce the
possibility of static
charges being
generated.
fire hoses to fire

hydrants
95
All electrical
circuits near and
around the fueling
operations should
be opened.
Illustration
Replacement of
Periodic shutdown
valve seats at each and back flush of
fire main station.
fire main.
Static neutralizers
can be used to
reduce ionization
in the air.
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Question
How does an inert gas system on a
tanker function to prevent explosions
in cargo tanks?
Choice A
De-energizes the
"charged mist"
effect.
Choice B
Maintains a
positive pressure
on the vent header
to cool the
flammable vapors.
How is the external flotation bladder of It is inflated by a

an immersion suit inflated?
small CO2 bottle
that is
automatically
tripped when the
front zipper is at
the top of zipper
track.
How is the external flotation bladder of It is inflated by a
an immersion suit inflated?
small CO2 bottle
that is
automatically
tripped when the
front zipper is at
the top of zipper
track.
How many approved B-II fire
1
extinguishers must be carried in the
machinery space of a 3000 HP
vessel?
How many degrees are there on a
360
compass card?
How many fireman's outfits are
1
required on a MODU?
3 nautical miles
How many miles out to sea must a
vessel be located before it can pump
overboard an untreated sewage
holding tank?
How many people onboard a MODU one person
must be trained in the use of the
fireman's outfit?
It is inflated by a
small CO2 bottle
that is manually
tripped.
96
Illustration
Choice D
Inert gas dilutes
the flammable
vapor and air
concentrations to
keep them below
the lower explosive
limit.
It is inflated by
It inflates by sea
blowing through an water bleeding into
inflation tube.
the flotation
bladder and
reacting with a
chemical.
Choice C
Inert gas filters out
the flammable
vapors from the
cargo tank spaces.
It is inflated by a
small CO2 bottle
that is manually
tripped.
It is inflated by
It inflates by sea
blowing through an water bleeding into
inflation tube.
the flotation
bladder and
reacting with a
chemical.
380
390
420
6 nautical miles
12 nautical miles
25 nautical miles
two people
three people
four people
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Question
Choice A
How may a cargo tank atmosphere be Use the open
tested for explosive gases?
flame test on a
small sample that
has been taken
from the tank.
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
Send a gas
Enter the tank with Use an
sample ashore for a teledyne oxygen explosimeter.
laboratory analysis. analyzer.
How much warning must be provided 5 seconds

by the CO2 warning alarm before CO2
is discharged into a space?
10 seconds
15 seconds
20 seconds
291350
Once a week.
Once a month.
Once a year.
During each drill.
294108
Once a month
Once a year
Once a week
Once every four

months
294108
Once a month
Once a year
Once a week
Once every four

months
292101
How often are fire hoses required to

be tested on a mobile offshore drilling
unit?
How often is the line throwing
appliance required to be tested on a
mobile offshore drilling unit?
How often is the line throwing
appliance required to be tested on an
OSV ?
How often must fixed CO2 fire
extinguishing systems be inspected to
confirm the cylinders are within 10%
of the stamped full charge weight?
Quarterly.
Semiannually.
Annually.
Biannually.
290403
Once each day
Once each week
Once each month
Once each year
290621
flame safety lamp
combustible gas
indicator
gasometer
oxygen indicator
290216
it has a smell
similar to
petroleum
products
the gas is odorless it also tends to

it is better to rely
in any
numb the sense of on eye irritation as
concentration
smell after initial
a detector
exposure
How often must the emergency

generator be tested on a mobile
offshore drilling unit?
Hydrocarbon vapors are usually
detected by the use of the
__________.
Hydrogen sulfide gas (H2S) is highly
toxic and has a characteristic odor of
rotten eggs. The sense of smell
cannot always be depended upon to
detect hydrogen sulfide gas because
__________.
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Illustration
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Question
Hydrogen sulfide gas has an odor of
"rotten eggs" and can be extremely
toxic and dangerous when above
threshold limit values because
________.
Hydrogen sulfide gives crude oil the
sour odor of rotten eggs. A hazard to
personnel regarding hydrogen sulfide
is __________.
Hydrogen sulfide in explosive
concentrations has been detected on
the drill floor. The abandon rig signal
has been sounded. To evacuate the
rig, the crew should use __________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
it will paralyze the it is lighter than air it is an extremely
respiratory system
inert gas
and cause
suffocation
Choice D
all of the above
dizziness
asphyxiation
death
All of the above
all survival
capsules and
liferafts
only the leeward

survival capsules
and liferafts
only the windward only the windward

survival capsules liferafts
Hydrogen sulfide is the constituent

chemical burning
giving sour crude oil the characteristic of the skin
odor of rotten eggs. One of the
hazards associated with hydrogen
sulfide is __________.
irritation of the
intestinal tract
its high toxicity

resulting in death
If 1/4 liter of oil is spilled during fueling must be reported

and causes a sheen upon the water, to the fire
it __________.
department
must be reported must be reported

to the Coast Guard to the
harbormaster
290202
If a boiler has been laid up dry for an insufficient oxygen a heavy

extended period, it will be unsafe to
to support life
concentration of
enter the steam and water drum
sewer gas
immediately after it has been opened,
as there may be __________.
296306
If a crew member faints, you should

__________.
296401
If a crewman suffers a second degree drain any blisters

burn on the arm, you should
__________.
lay him down with

his head slightly
raised
dependency
addiction to the
highly toxic fumes
need not be
reported since the
spill was less then
1 barrel
excessive carbon toxic gases from
dioxide in the drum organic
decomposition
administer a liquid lay him down with

stimulant
his head lower
than his feet
apply antiseptic
scrub the arm
alcohol on the burn thoroughly to
area
prevent infection
98
Illustration
attempt to stand
him upright to
restore
consciousness
immerse the arm
in cool water
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If a fire ignites in the engine room as a secure the

result of a high pressure fuel oil leak, ventilation
you should FIRST __________.
292652
292603
If a fire occurs in an electric cable, in

which the inner layers of insulation
have burned, you should FIRST
_______.
If a fire occurs in the boiler room as a
result of a leaking fuel line, you should
FIRST __________.
292603
Question
Choice A
If a cup of oil is spilled during fueling must be reported
and causes a sheen upon the water it to the fire
__________.
department
If a diabetic suffers an insulin reaction
and is conscious, he should be given
__________.
If a diabetic suffers an insulin reaction
and is conscious, he should be given
__________.
If a fire broke out in an automation
console, you would first secure the
power and then proceed to use which
of the listed hand portable fire
extinguishers?
If a fire hose is left unattended and
under pressure with the nozzle shut
off, the fire hose will __________.
Choice B
Choice C
must be reported must be reported
to the Coast Guard to the
harbormaster
soda crackers and orange juice or a

water
candy bar
an ounce of
whiskey
soda crackers and orange juice or a

water
candy bar
a cup of warm tea a glass of milk
Soda acid
Dry chemical
CO2
burst under
pressure
lash about violently remain motionless become elongated

by 125%
find a soda acid

extinguisher
secure power to
the cable
Illustration
Foam
shut off the fuel oil secure the

supply
generator
cut the cable with a insulate the melted remove the

cable cutter
ends
electrical load on
the cable
notify the engineer isolate and secure throw sand on the extinguish the fire
on watch
the piping
fire
using a
combination nozzle
with applicator
If a fire occurs in the fire room as a

pressurize the fire activate the CO2
result of fuel oil leaking from the boiler main
system
fuel oil manifold, the FIRST action
taken should be to __________.
Choice D
need not be
reported since the
spill was less than
250 barrels
a glass of milk
99
secure the fuel

supply
sound the general

alarm
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Question
Choice A
If a fixed fire extinguishing system is National Fire
installed on any vessel, it must be of a Protection
type approved by the __________.
Association
Choice B
U.S. Coast Guard
Choice C
American Bureau
of Shipping
Choice D
Marine Fire
Protection Guild
the safety man

aboard the unit
the designated
person-in-charge
of the unit
the manufacturer,
or his authorized
representative
break the seal on
the carbon dioxide
cylinder
If a fixed foam firefighting system on a

MODU is not of the premix type, a
sample of the foam liquid must be
tested by __________.
If a hydrostatic release mechanism for
an inflatable liferaft is not periodically
serviced and becomes inoperable, it
will fail to __________.
a Coast Guard
inspection officer
set the water lights release the dye

on the immersion maker from the
liferaft
free the liferaft

from the vessel
If a leak in a fueling hose coupling

cannot be stopped by tightening the
coupling joint, you should
__________.
reduce the
stop the fueling
pumping pressure operation and
to reduce the
correct the leak
leakage rate
spread absorbent notify the local port

material on deck
authority of a
beneath the leak in potential oil spill
order to confine it
298011
If a leak in an oil hose coupling cannot notify the Coast

be stopped by tightening the coupling Guard of a
bolts, you should __________.
potential oil spill
reduce pumping
spread absorbent
pressure to reduce material on deck
the leakage rate
beneath the leak
notify the terminal

operator, then
shutdown and
repair the leak
298011
If a leak in an oil hose coupling cannot notify the Coast

be stopped by tightening the coupling Guard of a
bolts, you should __________.
potential pollution
incident
reduce the
spread absorbent
pumping pressure material on deck
to reduce the
beneath the leak
leakage rate
stop transfer
operations and
renew the gasket
294200
If a liferaft should capsize,

__________.
swim away from

the raft
right the raft using inflate the righting

the righting straps bag
297119
If a mixture containing air and a

in the flammable
concentration of flammable vapor, is range
capable of ignition when exposed to a
spark or other source of ignition, it is
said to be __________.
at the rich point

limit
at the auto ignition above the upper

point
explosive limit
climb onto the

bottom
100
Illustration
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296409
299459
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296210
296201
Question
If a mobile offshore drilling unit has
four hand portable fire extinguishers
that can be recharged by personnel
on the unit, how many spare charges
must be carried?
Choice A
Choice B
If a MODU takes a sudden severe list determine the

or trim from an unknown cause, you
cause before
should first __________.
taking
countermeasures
boric acid solution
If a person gets battery acid in their
eye while filling a battery, they should
FIRST wash the eye with
__________.
If a person gets something in his eye get him to rub his
and you observe that it is not
eye until the object
embedded, you can __________.
is gone
Choice C
3
Choice D
assume the shift is counter flood on

due to off center
the side opposite
loading
the list or trim
assume the cause

is environmental
forces
water
ammonia
baking soda
solution
remove it with a
remove it with a
match or toothpick piece of dry
sterilized cotton
rag
get them to rub
remove it with a
remove it with a
If a person gets something in his or
their eye until the match or toothpick moist, cottonher eye and you see that it is not
object is gone
tipped applicator
embedded, you can __________.
If a person is unconscious as a result administer
check for serious determine if he/she
of an electric shock, you should first
ammonia smelling burns on the body is breathing
remove the victim from the electrical salts
source and then __________.
remove it with a
moist cotton-tipped
applicator
If a person suffering from possible

broken bones and internal injuries is
correctly being administered first aid,
what statement is true?
The person should

not be moved
(unless remaining
on the scene is
unsafe), but made
comfortable until
medical assistance
arrives.
If a person suffers a simple fracture of attempt to set the

a limb, you should __________.
fracture
The person should

be examined on
the scene and then
walked to a bunk
to await the arrival
of medical
assistance.
remove it with a
piece of dry sterile
cotton
massage
vigorously to
restore circulation
The person should

be moved from the
scene but not
allowed to walk on
their own power
without assistance.
The person should

not be allowed to
lie down where
injured but should
be moved to a
chair or bunk.
prevent further
movement of the
bone
apply a tourniquet alternately apply

without delay
hot and cold
compresses
101
Illustration
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Question
If a person was an unconscious victim
of a severe electrical burn, you would
check for breathing, pulse, and
__________.
Choice A
look for a second
burn, which may
have been caused
by the current
leaving the body
Choice B
Choice C
locate the nearest remove any
water source and charred skin from
flood the burn with the burned area
water for five
minutes
Choice D
apply alcohol to
the burn area as a
disinfectant
296700
reduced appetite
and thirst
sneezing and
coughing
excessive thirst
and fever
slurred speech and

loss of
coordination
292103
If a person with diabetes has been

injured, the symptoms of the onset of
a diabetic coma would include
__________.
If a portable carbon dioxide fire
extinguisher has been partially
discharged, it should be immediately
__________.
given to the chief

engineer for
recharging
tagged 'empty' and

stowed separately
from charged
extinguishers
294204
15
Stand on it with
your foot.
To the special pad

eye on the 'raft
davit launcher'.
293100
sagging stresses
yawing stresses
292155
tagged and
weighed and the
restowed properly charge loss
in its rack
recorded before
being returned to
its rack
If a raft is to be released manually,
Do not attach the To some fixed
where should the operating cord be
cord to anything
object on the ship.
attached before throwing the raft
but throw it
overboard?
overboard with the
raft container.
hogging stresses
If a ship is supported on the crest of a pitch poling
wave amidships, the vessel is
subjected to __________.
If a small fire initially breaks out in the Fixed CO2, semi- Semi-portable
engine room bilges, in which of the
portable CO2, then CO2, fixed CO2,
following sequences should the fire
hand portable
then hand portable
extinguishing agents or systems be
CO2.
CO2.
used?
Hand portable,
semi-portable
CO2, then as a
last resort the fixed
CO2 system.
Hand portable,
fixed CO2, then as
a last resort the
semi-portable
CO2.
292501
If a vessel has four hand portable fire 1

extinguishers that can be recharged
by personnel onboard, how many
spare charges must be carried?
293132
If a vessel initially has no list and no

A
significant trim, which of the
developments shown in the illustration
will result in the greatest list?
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Illustration
SF-0025
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298037
293036
296702
295109
If accidents are considered as an

Looking for unsafe Inspecting for
Analyzing jobs for
'unexpected contact', you will be able practices.
unsafe conditions. safer methods.
to perform a better job by observing
which of the following practices?
All of the above.
293037
G will rise
292650
298302
298705
If additional weight is placed on the

main deck of the vessel shown in the
illustration, __________.
If an electric motor catches fire, you
If an emergency pump control is used
as the emergency shutdown on a tank
vessel, it must stop the flow of oil
through __________.
If an incorrect entry were made in the
Oil Record Book, you should
__________.
Question
Choice A
If a vessel loses its reserve buoyancy, float upright with
it will __________.
the main deck
awash
If a vessel moored at a U.S. terminal Inspector General
does not comply with Coast Guard
CFR), it may be detained by the
__________.
If a vessel rolls to the starboard side, move to port
and there are no movable or moving
weights onboard, the center of gravity
will __________.
If a victim is unconscious, you should high fever
first look for evidence of __________.
Choice B
capsize and float
on its side
Choice C
Choice D
remain unaffected most likely sink
if the hull remains
intact
Captain of the Port local port authority state pollution
board
Illustration
move to starboard move directly down stay in the same

position
head injury
broken limbs
K will rise
KB will go down
use a CO2
extinguisher
the main deck
manifold
cool the motor with remove the load

air
the facility
the pump
erase the entry

and rewrite it
notify the ship's

officer-in-charge
103
GM will increase
irregular breathing
SF-0023
de-energize the
circuit
a means that is not
dependant on
electrical power
completely black it draw a single line

out and make the through the wrong
entry and initial it
correct entry
alongside
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294200
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6
294200
If an inflatable liferaft is overturned, it

may be righted by __________.
filling the
stabilizers on one
side with water
releasing the CO2 pushing up from

cylinder
under one end
294200
13
If an inflatable liferaft is overturned, it

may be righted by __________.
filling the
stabilizers on one
side with water
releasing the CO2 pushing up from

cylinder
under one end
298200
If an oil spill occurs on deck, you

should __________.
cover the area with cover the area with wash down
foam
absorbent material immediately with a
fire hose
292756
If deck cargo is carried, it should be

stowed so that it __________.
297112
is not higher than

12 inches above
the deck
If diesel fuel vapors in a compartment the vapor air
are considered to be within the
mixture is too rich
flammable range __________.
to burn
does not block

access to the fire
station hydrant
an explosion may
occur if a source of
ignition is present
293401
a puncture, crack, improper record

or hole in the skin keeping of fuel
of the vessel
transfer activities
297658
a damaged
If double bottom fuel tank levels are
found to have increased after a ship's pneumercator line
grounding, you should suspect
__________.
If emergency welding repairs must be gas freed
made to the upper area of a fuel tank,
the tank and/or adjacent
compartments may need to be
__________.
Question
Choice A
Choice B
If an inflatable liferaft inflates upside
pushing up on one standing on the
down, you can right it by __________. side
CO2 bottle, holding
the bottom straps,
and throwing your
weight backwards
inerted
104
Choice C
getting at least
three or four men
to push down on
the side containing
the CO2 cylinder
will cover less than

25 percent of deck
space
the vapor air
mixture is too lean
to burn
filled with water
Choice D
doing nothing; it
will right itself after
the canopy
supports inflate
Illustration
standing on the
inflating cylinder
and pulling on the
straps on the
underside of the
raft
standing on the
inflating cylinder
and pulling on the
straps on the
underside of the
raft
wash down
immediately with
an oil dispersing
solvent
will be easily
visible from the
bridge
the upper
explosive limit has
been exceeded
contamination of
the contaminated
steam supply
system
all of the above as
necessary
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1
297329
290303
294008
293131
293131
293401
291954
Illustration
Choice D
gag relief valves to
prevent
recirculating and
heating of the
liquid
If flammable liquids are being pumped stop the pump
throttle the
throttle the suction gag relief valves to
with a centrifugal pump, you should
immediately if it
discharge valve to valve to control
prevent
__________.
becomes vapor
assure positive
capacity
recirculating and
bound
pumping
heating of the
liquid
If flammable vapors have penetrated Opening switches Closing switches Leaving electrical Securing all power
a gas free space, which of the
in the space to de- adjacent to the
circuits energized to the space from
following actions would be the most
energize circuits. space to operate in the space.
a remote location.
hazardous to perform?
vent fans.
If for any reason it is necessary to
separate from
get away from the immediately head remain together in
abandon ship while far at sea, it is
each other as this area because
for the nearest
the area because
important for the crew members to
will increase the
sharks will be
land
rescuers will start
__________.
chances of being attracted to the
searching at the
rescued
vessel
vessel's last known
position
Question
Choice A
If flammable liquids are being pumped stop the pump
with a centrifugal pump, you should
immediately if it
__________.
becomes vapor
bound
Choice B
throttle the
discharge valve to
assure positive
pumping
Choice C
vent the pump
casing
continuously to
expel vapors
If fuel is burned from only the

starboard tanks, the ship will
__________.
If fuel oil is burned from the port side
tanks alone, the ship will __________.
go down by the
head
list to starboard
trim by the stern
list to port
go down by the
head
list to starboard
trim by the stern
list to port
If fuel tank levels are found to have

increased after a grounding, you
should suspect __________.
a damaged
a puncture, crack, improper record
pneumercator line or hole in the skin keeping of fuel
of the vessel
transfer activities
If heavy smoke is observed to be

issuing from a partially open door of a
paint locker having a CO2 fire
extinguishing system, the FIRST
firefighting attack should be to
__________.
leave the door and

vents open, but
release the CO2
flooding system
open the door

enter and use a
completely to
portable
evaluate the extent extinguisher
of the fire
105
contamination of
the contaminated
steam supply
system
secure the door
and vents, then
manually release
the CO2
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294301
294301
294301
290219
292613
298028
296716
Illustration
Choice D
shut down the
engines if installed,
and set the sea
anchor
shut down the
If help has not arrived in 10-12 hours go in one direction plot course for the plot a course for
until the fuel runs nearest land
the nearest sea
engines and set
after abandoning ship in a lifeboat,
out
lane
the sea anchor
If help has not arrived in 10-12 hours go in one direction plot course for the take a vote on
shutdown the
after having abandoned a MODU in a until the fuel runs nearest land
which direction you engines and set
out
survival craft, you should
should go
the sea anchor
__________.
shutdown the
If help has not arrived in 10-12 hours go in one direction plot course for the take a vote on
which direction you engines and set
after having abandoned an OSV in a until the fuel runs nearest land
out
should go
the sea anchor
__________.
10 ppm
20 ppm
30 ppm
40 ppm
If hydrogen sulfide exposure is
anticipated, fixed monitoring devices
aboard a MODU should have a low
level concentration alarm to alert
personnel when concentrations of
this gas first reach a maximum of
__________.
If ignited, which of the listed materials Magnesium
Paper
Wood
Diesel Oil
would be a class "B" fire?
Question
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
If help has not arrived in 10 to 12
go in one direction plot course for the plot a course for
hours after abandoning a vessel in a until the fuel runs nearest land
the nearest sea
rescue boat, you should __________. out
lane
If it becomes necessary to pump

bilges while a vessel is in port, which
of the following procedures should be
followed?
If it is necessary to remove a victim
from a life threatening situation, the
person giving first aid must
__________.
Pump only if the

discharge is led to
a shore tank or
barge.
pull the victim by
the feet
Pump only during

the hours of
darkness.
Pump only on the

outgoing tide.
avoid subjecting
the victim to any
unnecessary
disturbance during
movement
not move the

place the victim on
victim to a another a stretcher before
location until all
attempting removal
injuries have been
assessed
106
Pump only as
much as is
necessary.
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294206
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13
294206
Question
If more than one liferaft is manned
after a vessel has been abandoned,
__________.
Choice A
each raft should go
in a different
direction in search
of land
Choice B
the possibility of a
search aircraft
finding you is
increased by
spreading out
Choice C
reduce the number
of rafts by getting
as many people as
possible into as
few rafts as
possible
Illustration
Choice D
tie each of the rafts
together and try to
stay in a single
group

after the vessel has sunk,
__________.
each raft should go

in a different
direction in search
of land
search aircraft
finding you is
increased by
spreading out
reduce the number

of rafts by getting
as many people as
possible into as
few rafts as
possible

together and try to
stay in a single
group
294206
14

after the vessel has sunk,
__________.
each raft should go

in a different
direction in search
of land
search aircraft
finding you is
increased by
spreading out
reduce the number

of rafts by getting
as many people as
possible into as
few rafts as
possible

together and try to
stay in a single
group
291353
297651
296001
296002
If not attached to the nozzle, each low in a protected area inside a machinery next to the fire
velocity spray applicator on a MODU on the main deck space near the
hydrant to which
must be stowed __________.
entrance
the fire hose is
attached
a person may work breathing
If personnel are required to enter a
entry without a
safely without
apparatus would
cargo tank that has not been certified breathing
not be necessary,
as "gas free", __________.
apparatus may be breathing
made at the top of apparatus in cold if expected to be in
weather, since the the tank for only a
the tank, since
short period of
petroleum vapors vapors are less
volatile
time
are heavier than
air
immediately start
If someone suffers a heart attack and immediately give a make the victim
CPR
has ceased breathing, you should
__________.
bunk
if necessary
If someone suffers a heart attack and immediately give a make the victim
immediately start
has ceased breathing, you should
CPR
__________.
bunk
if necessary
107
on a rack inside
the quarters near
the entrance
self-contained
breathing
apparatus should
always be used
administer oxygen
administer oxygen
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293031
293305
293302
297707
292000
If the empty weight of a B-II, portable, 47 lbs (21.3 kg)

CO2, fire extinguisher bottle is 34
pounds (15.4 kg), the cylinder must be
recharged if the gross weight
decreases to __________.
48 lbs (21.8 kg)
49 lbs (22.2 kg)
50 lbs (22.4 kg)
292000
47 lbs (21.3 kg)
50 lbs (22.7 kg)
55 lbs (24.9 kg)
70 lbs (31.7 kg)
294320
If the empty weight of a B-III semiportable CO2 fire extinguisher is 35

lbs (15.9 kg), what is its full charged
weight?
If the engine of a survival craft does
not start, check to see __________.
if the fuel valve is

open
if the air supply

system is open
if the water
if the limit switch is
sprinkler system is on
open
Choice B
Choice C
start the fire pump make certain that
the CO2 starts
flowing into the
space
Illustration
Choice D
immediately assist
the fixed system by
discharging all
portable units as
well
require ballast
added to only the
port side tanks
be down by the
head
float
increase the
righting moment
cause an increase bring the unit to an cause the unit to

in the righting arm upright equilibrium flop to a greater
position
angle
increase the
righting moment
increase the
righting arm
Question
Choice A
If the alarm provided in the fixed CO2 leave the space
system sounds in the engine room,
immediately
If the buoyant force on a ship's hull is

equal to or greater than the
displacement tonnage, the ship will
__________.
If the cause of a sudden severe list or
trim is negative initial stability, counter
flooding into empty tanks may
__________.
If the cause of severe list, or trim is
due to off-center ballast, counter
flooding into empty tanks will
__________.
If the chemical material is a mixture,
what must the Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS) identify?
sink
increase list or trim decrease list or

trim
Paints or coatings The name of each Other similar

None of the above.
that are safe to
hazardous
mixtures of liquids,
use with it.
ingredient.
solids or gases.
108
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294204
VER
18
Question
If the hydrostatic release mechanism
for an inflatable liferaft is not
periodically serviced and becomes
inoperable, it will fail to __________.
Choice A
Choice B
set the water lights release the dye
on immersion
marker from the
liferaft
Choice C
free the liferaft
from the vessel
Choice D
break the seal on
the carbon dioxide
cylinder
299147
If the hydrostatic release mechanism

for an inflatable liferaft is not
periodically serviced and becomes
inoperative, it will NOT __________.
set the water lights release the dyeon immersion

maker for the
liferaft
free the liferaft

from a sinking
vessel
break the seal on

the carbon dioxide
cylinder
297525
If the inert gas system was not in

Immediately stop
operation while loading crude oil on a loading.
tank vessel, what action would you
take?
292553
294200
293257
293257
298308
293265
293767
If the items shown in the illustration

are burning, this fire would be a Class
__________ fire.
If the liferaft you are in should capsize,
all personnel should leave the raft and
__________.
If the metacentric height is large, a
floating MODU will __________.
If the metacentric height is small, a
floating MODU will __________.
If the overflow tank high-level alarm
sounds while the fuel oil tanks are
being topped off, the engineer should
__________.
If the result of loading a MODU is an
increase in the height of the center of
gravity, there will always be an
increase in the __________.
If the ship takes a sudden severe list
or trim from an unknown cause, the
first action is to __________.
"A"
Continue loading Continue loading, Immediately start

under "Emergency as this is a normal up the inert gas
Procedures".
procedure.
system and admit
gas to the deck
main when oxygen
content is below
8%.
"B"
"C"
"D"
climb onto the

bottom
swim away from

the raft
be tender
be stiff
have a tendency to
yaw
yaw
reduce the fuel oil

pumping rate
stop the fuel oil

pumping operation
metacentric height righting arm
righting moment
vertical moments
be stiff
assume the shift is counter flood on

due to off center
the side opposite
loading
the list or trim
109
SF-0001
right the raft using inflate the righting

the righting straps bag
have a slow and

easy motion
be tender
have a quick and
rapid motion
close the static leg close the overflow
filling valve
tank filling valve
determine the
cause before
taking
countermeasures
Illustration
assume the cause

is environmental
forces
ESEP100114
ABS
294321
VER
1
291201
294327
294327
294110
294110
294110
Question
If the survival craft is not loaded to full
capacity, the personnel should be
__________.
If the threads and gasket of a fire
hose coupling are in good condition,
the minimum mechanical advantage
necessary for making a watertight
connection to another hose coupling
can be developed with __________.
Choice A
loaded more on
port side to
forward
your hands
Choice B
loaded equally on
both sides with
more forward
a hose wrench
If the water level is rising in the bilge

of a survival craft, you should first
__________.
If the water level is rising in the bilge
of a survival craft, you should first
__________.
If there are a number of survivors in
the water after abandoning a MODU,
they should __________.
abandon the
survival craft
check for cracks in shift all personnel

the hull
to the stern
tie themselves to
the unit to avoid
drifting with the
current
group to form a
send the strongest form a raft by
small circle of
swimmer to shore lashing their
survivors to create for assistance
lifejackets together
a warmer pocket of
water in the center
of the circle

the water after abandoning an OSV
and no rescue craft or liferaft are in
sight, they should __________.
tie themselves to
the unit to avoid
drifting with the
current
group to form a
small circle of
a warmer pocket of
water in the center
of the circle

the water after abandoning a vessel,
tie themselves to
the unit to avoid
drifting with the
current
group to form a
small circle of
a warmer pocket of
water in the center
of the circle
increase the speed shift all personnel

of the survival craft to the bow
110
Choice C
loaded equally on
both sides with
more aft
a monkey wrench
shift all personnel

to the stern
Choice D
allowed to sit
anywhere
Illustration
a coupling wrench
check the bilge

drain plug
check the bilge
drain plug
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290604
VER
1
296304
296011
296011
If vomiting occurs during a

resuscitation effort, the best
immediate procedure to follow is
__________.
294327
294327
293037
If water is rising in the bilge of a

survival craft, you should first
__________.
abandon the
If water is rising in the bilge of a
survival craft
survival craft, you should first
__________.
If weight is added at "K" to the ship
"B" will go down
shown in the illustration, __________.
293037
295515
Question
If there has been a fire in a closed
unventilated compartment it may be
unsafe to enter because of
__________.
If there is no head injury, extreme
physical discomfort or difficulty in
breathing, a patient in shock should
be placed in which of the positions
listed?
If vomiting occurs during a
resuscitation effort, the best
immediate procedure to follow is
__________.
Choice A
unburned carbon
particles
Choice B
excess nitrogen
Choice C
a lack of oxygen
Choice D
excess hydrogen
Head up and feet

down
Flat on back with

feet raised 12 to
18 inches
Flat on back with

head and feet at
the same level
Arms above the

head
ignore it and
pause for a
continue mouth-to- moment until the
mouth ventilation patient appears
quiet again, then
resume mouth-tomouth ventilation
ignore it and
pause for a
continue mouth-to- moment until the
mouth ventilation patient appears
quiet again, then
resume mouth-tomouth ventilation
abandon the
check for cracks in
survival craft
the hull
move down
If weight is added at the keel, the
ship's center of gravity will
__________.
If you are forced to abandon an OSV, plot a course to the
following the launching of the survival nearest land
craft you should __________.
switch to mouth-to- turn the patient's

mouth ventilation body to the side,
sweep out the
mouth and resume
CPR
switch to mouth-to- turn the patient's
mouth ventilation body to the side,
sweep out the
mouth and resume
CPR
shift all personnel
to the stern
check the bilge

drain plug
check for cracks in shift all personnel

the hull
to the stern
check the bilge

drain plug
"G" will rise
'GM' will decrease "G" will go down
move up
merge with the

metacenter
pass through the

center of flotation
take a vote on
which direction to
go
stay in the
immediate area
go in one direction
until the fuel runs
out
111
Illustration
SF-0023
ESEP100114
ABS
294301
VER
2
295515
297320
294110
298306
299150
If you find an inflatable liferaft with the double wrap with

steel bands still in place around its
line
case, you should __________.
292401
If you find that the pressure cartridge

on a dry chemical fire extinguisher
has been punctured, you must
__________.
replace the
replace the entire have the unit
pressure cartridge charge of chemical hydrostatically
and weigh the
agent
tested
chemical charge
weigh the pressure

cartridge to
determine if it must
be replaced
295515
294206
294310
16
If you have to abandon ship and enter

a liferaft, your main course of action
should be __________.
If you have to abandon ship, and enter
a liferaft, your main course of action
should be to __________.
If you have to abandon ship, the
EPIRB can be used to __________.
remain in the
vicinity of the
vessel
remain in the
vicinity of the
sinking vessel
hold the lifeboat's
head up into the
seas
Question
Choice A
If you are forced to abandon ship in a remain in the
lifeboat, you should __________.
immediate vicinity
If you are forced to abandon ship in a

__________.
If you are loading a petroleum cargo
which is below average ambient
temperatures, you must insure that
__________.
If you continue to wear extra clothing
when entering the water after
abandoning your vessel, it will
__________.
If you detect oil in the water around
your vessel while discharging fuel, the
FIRST thing to do is __________.
Illustration
Choice D
vote on what to do,
so all hands will
have a part in the
decision
have an all hands
vote on what to do
Choice B
head for the
nearest land
Choice C
head for the
closest sea-lanes
remain in the
vicinity of the
vessel
there is room for
expansion
head for the

nearest land
head for the

closest sea-lanes
the vents are

sealed
vapor baffles are

installed
weigh you down
preserve body heat reduce body heat
make it more
difficult to breathe
try to find out

where the oil is
coming from
call the Master
shutdown
operations
have the pump

man check the
discharge piping
leave the bands in tell the Mate

place
all of the above
remove the bands

yourself
head for the

closest land
head for the

closest sea-lanes
get a majority
opinion
head for the

closest land
head for the

closest sea-lanes
get a majority
opinion
generate orange
smoke
seal leaks in
rubber rafts
send radio homing

signals to
searching aircraft
112
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2
294310
13
294109
294109
Question
EPIRB can be used to __________.
Choice A
hold the lifeboat's
head up into the
seas
hold the lifeboat's
EPIRB can be used to __________. head up into the
seas
If you have to jump in the water when spread apart as far
abandoning ship, your legs should be as possible
__________.
held as tightly
in a kneeling
against your chest position
as possible
Choice D
send radio homing
signals to
searching aircraft
send radio homing
signals to
searching aircraft
extended straight
down and crossed
at the ankles
If you have to jump into the water

spread apart as far held as tightly
in a kneeling
when abandoning a MODU, your legs as possible
should be __________.
as possible
extended straight
down and crossed
at the ankles
295501

when abandoning an OSV, your legs
should be __________.

in a kneeling
as possible
as possible
extended straight
down and crossed
at the ankles
295501

when abandoning ship, your legs
should be __________.

in a kneeling
as possible
as possible
extended straight
down and crossed
at the ankles
295003
boat station
man overboard
station
collision station
295003
If you hear a continuous blast of the

whistle for a period of not less than
10 seconds, supplemented by a
alarm bells for not less than 10
seconds, you should go to your
__________.
If you hear a continuous blast of the
whistle for a period of not less than
10 seconds; supplemented by a
alarm bells for the same time period,
standby for
collision
proceed to your
man overboard
muster station
Choice B
generate orange
smoke
Choice C
seal leaks in
rubber rafts
generate orange
smoke
seal leaks in
rubber rafts
fire station
go to your lifeboat go to your fire

station
station
113
Illustration
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295001
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7
294202
294202
Question
If you hear more than six short blasts,
followed by one long blast on the
whistle, and supplemented by the
same signal on the general alarm, you
should __________.
If you hear the sound of a gas
escaping from the liferaft just after it
has inflated, you should __________.
Choice A
Choice B
start the fire pump go to your man
overboard station
Choice C
Choice D
go to your lifeboat stand by for
station
collision
quickly hunt for the check the sea

hole before the raft anchor line for a
deflates
tear if the seas are
rough
check the painter

line attachment for
a tear caused by
the initial opening
not panic as the

relief valves allow
excess pressure to
escape

has inflated, you should __________. deflates
rough
check the painter

line attachment for
a tear caused by
the initial opening
not panic as the

relief valves allow
excess pressure to
escape
294202

has inflated, you should __________. deflates
rough
check the painter

line attachment for
a tear caused by
the initial opening
not panic as the

relief valves allow
excess pressure to
escape
294008
If you must enter the water on which

there is an oil fire, you should
__________.
protect your
lifejacket by
holding it above
your head
298311
If you observe any situation which

presents a safety or pollution hazard
during fuel transfer operations on a
MODU, which of the listed actions
should be taken first?
Wait for the person- Notify the ballast

in-charge to act.
control operator.
Shutdown the
transfer
operations.
298306
If you observe any situation which

presents a safety or pollution hazard
during fuel transfer operations, which
of the following actions should be
taken FIRST?
Close the valves at Notify the person

the transfer
in charge of the
manifold.
shore facility.
Shut down the

Sound the fire
transfer operation. alarm.
Illustration
enter the water on keep both hands in wear very light

the windward side front of your face clothing
of the vessel
to break the water
surface when
diving head first
114
Sound the fire

alarm.
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294206
VER
8
295514
If you reach shore in a liferaft, the first drag the raft

thing to do is __________.
ashore and lash it
down for shelter
find some wood for get the provisions

a fire
out of the raft
294010
If you see an individual fall overboard, throw a life ring

overboard
hail 'Man
Overboard'
pass the word to

the bridge
294010
If you see an individual fall overboard, throw them a life

ring
hail 'Man
overboard'
pass the word to

the bridge
294110
preserve body heat reduce your body

heat
make it more
difficult to breathe
294204
21
If you wear extra clothing when

weigh you down
entering the water after abandoning a
MODU it will __________.
If you wish to remove an inflatable
cutting the
liferaft from its cradle, the best way to restraining strap
free it is by __________.
unscrewing the
turnbuckle on the
back of the cradle
lifting one end of

the raft
pushing the
plunger on the
center of the
hydrostatic release
295500
cut the line to the

sea anchor
paddle away from

the fire
splash water over get out of the raft

the liferaft to cool it and swim to safety
293130
to starboard
to port
forward
aft
299400
Have your crew

check them
annually.
They do not need

any maintenance.
Have them
serviced by the
shipyard.
299412
If your vessel is equipped with

Have your crew
inflatable liferafts, how should they be check them
maintained?
annually
They do not need

any maintenance
Have them sent

ashore to an
approved
maintenance
facility.
Have them sent
ashore to an
approved
maintenance
facility annually
Question
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
If you reach shore in a liferaft, the first drag the raft
find some wood for get the provisions
thing to do is __________.
ashore and lash it a fire
out of the raft
down for a shelter
If your liferaft is to leeward of a fire on

the water, you should first
__________.
If your vessel has a starboard list after
taking on fuel, you would transfer fuel
__________.
If your vessel is equipped with
inflatable liferafts, how should they be
maintained?
115
Illustration
Choice D
set the raft back
out to sea so
someone may spot
it
set the raft back
out to sea so
someone may spot
it
all of the above
all of the above
Have them
serviced by the
shipyard annually
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291450
VER
1
292804
297656
If, in a compartment or space, the gas Safe for Men or oxygen content is not within
Safe for Fire
permissible concentration, and
dangerous gases are either present,
or may be produced by residues, what
would be the safety designation listed
on a marine chemist's certificate?
Safe for Men - Not Not Safe for Men - Not Safe for Men Safe for Fire
Safe for Fire
Not Safe for Fire
291550
Immediately after a class "B" fire has carefully apply a

been extinguished by the use of foam, low velocity fog
crewmen should __________.
over the foam
blanket
wade through the

foam blanket to
evenly distribute
the foam
be careful not to
disturb the foam
blanket
294206
survivors in the
water
food and water
land
294309
survivors in the
water
food and water
land
bad weather
292152
Immediately after abandoning a

vessel, lookouts should be posted
aboard liferafts to look for
__________.
Immediately after abandoning a
vessel, lookouts should be posted
aboard liferafts to look for
__________.
Immediately after extinguishing a fire
with CO2, it is advisable to
__________.
sweep the foam

blanket overboard
and secure
firefighting
equipment
bad weather
use all CO2

available to cool
the surrounding
area
standby with water thoroughly

jettison all burning
or other agents
ventilate the space materials
of CO2
Question
If your vessel is to carry ten portable
foam fire extinguishers, you must
maintain a supply of at least
__________.
If your vessel's Certificate of
Inspection requires six B-II, two A-II
and one B-V fire extinguisher, which
of the listed combinations will provide
the amount and type required?
Choice A
one spare
extinguisher
Choice B
one spare charge
Choice C
Choice D
five spare charges ten spare charges
Six 2 1/2 gallon

soda acid, two 2
1/2 gallon foam,
and one 40 gallon
foam
Six 2 1/2 gallon

foam, two 15
pound CO2, and
one 30 pound dry
chemical
Six 15 pound CO2, Eight 2 1/2 gallon

two 2 1/2 gallon
foam and one 100
foam, and one 50 pound CO2
pound CO2
116
Illustration
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292355
VER
1
297709
293769
293400
297337
In a crude oil washing system,

5% for vertical
according to Coast Guard regulations areas
(33 CFR), each cargo tank shall be
fitted with a sufficient number of
machines, such that those areas
unwashed by direct impingement shall
not exceed 10% for horizontal areas,
and __________.
10% for vertical

areas
15% for vertical

areas
20% for vertical

areas
291964
In a fixed CO2 fire extinguishing

inside the engine
system, where provision is made for room
the release of CO2 by the operation of
a remote control, provision is also to
be made for releasing the CO2 from
__________.
the bridge
the engineering
control station
the cylinder
location
Question
Choice A
In a cartridge-operated dry chemical with the squeeze
type fire extinguisher, when the CO2 grip trigger on top
cartridge is activated, the dry chemical of the container
is released from the extinguisher
__________.
Choice B
by squeezing the
control valve
carrying handle
Choice C
by turning the
activating handle
on the bottom of
the container
Choice D
with the squeezegrip on/off nozzle
at the end of the
hose
In a closed container of liquid, the

force exerted by vapor on the walls of
the container above the liquid surface
is called __________.
In a compartment that has been
completely flooded with water, the
greatest pressure will be exerted
__________.
In a compartment that has been
completely flooded, the greatest
pressure will be exerted __________.
storage pressure
vapor pressure
over-pressure
reactive pressure
along the bottom

of any bulkhead
at the vertical
center of the
bulkhead
along the bottom

of any bulkhead
Illustration
along the top of the at a point that is

bulkhead
one-third from the
bottom of the
bulkhead
at the center of all along the top of
on the overhead of
bulkheads
any bulkhead
the compartment
117
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291951
VER
8
292001
290551
298003
292804
Question
In a fixed CO2 system, the 'pilot'
cylinders are used to __________.
Choice A
direct CO2 to the
pilot house
Choice B
activate individual
groups of CO2
bottles in a
predetermined
time delay
sequence
In a semi portable CO2 system, the
all-purpose nozzle portable foam
latch shown in the illustration is used in a solid stream
nozzle in the open
to lock the __________.
position
position
In a typical automatic fire alarm
A rise in
The fire alarm test
system, which of the listed actions will temperature
push-button is
cause an indication of a fire to be
activating a heat
operated.
given in the annunciator cabinet?
detector.
In accordance with Coast Guard
3%
Regulations (33 CFR), each pressure
gage used in fuel transfer operations
must be calibrated to indicate
pressure within what percent of the
actual pressure?
100 lbs. CO2, 20
lbs. dry chemical
25,000 gross ton cargo vessel on an
ocean route, having two 10,000 HP oil
fired boilers, requires a certain
quantity of hand portable and semiportable fire extinguishing systems in
the engine room. Which of the
following quantities of extinguishing
agents would meet these
requirements?
5%
Choice C
activate the main
bank all at once
Illustration
Choice D
automatically
activate the main
bank if an
abnormal heat rise
is detected
cylinder bottle
control valve
hose reel type

CO2 horn in the
open position
All of the above.
A manual fire
alarm box is
activated.
7%
40 gals. Foam, 30 50 lbs. dry

lbs CO2
chemical, 5 gals.
foam
118
SF-0017
10%
All of the above
ESEP100114
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292804
VER
2
292203

following power sources would be
acceptable for the carbon dioxide
warning alarm?
The alarm shall

depend on no
source of power
other than the
carbon dioxide.
The ship's general The emergency

distribution panel. lighting and power
system via storage
batteries or
emergency
generator.
294001

Regulations, Coast Guard approved
buoyant work vests __________.
may be used as a
substitute for
approved life
preservers during
routine drills, but
never during an
emergency
should not be
all of the above
stowed where they
could be confused
with life jackets in
an emergency
294001

Regulations, Coast Guard approved
buoyant work vests __________.
should be stowed
in engineering
spaces in lieu of
approved life
preservers
because they are
less bulky and
permit free
movement in
confined spaces
should be stowed
in engineering
spaces in lieu of
approved life
preservers
because they are
less bulky and
permit free
movement in
confined spaces
may be used as a
substitute for
approved life
preservers during
routine drills, but
never during an
emergency
should not be
All of the above
stowed where they
could be confused
with life jackets in
an emergency
Question
1
Regulations (46 CFR), what quantity
of B-II extinguishers would be required
in an oil fired boiler space on a 25,000
gross ton cargo vessel in which no
sand, soda impregnated sawdust, or
other approved dry materials are
provided?
Choice A
Choice B
2
119
Choice C
3
Choice D
Illustration
The general alarm

power supply
storage battery
with a nominal
potential of not
less than 6 volts.
ESEP100114
ABS
294209
VER
7
294009
292403
296105
296111
293600
296300
298205
In cleaning up an oil spill, the use of

chemical agents would __________.
298207
In cleaning up an oil spill, the use of

Chemical agent
straw or reclaimed paper fibers would removal
be an example of which type of oil
removal?
Question
In accordance with SOLAS
regulations, which of the following is
true concerning inflatable liferaft
battery powered lights?
Choice A
Outside and inside
canopy lights must
be manually
switched on after
inflation.
In addition to the lifejackets stowed in the mess room

places that are readily accessible,
lifejackets must also be stowed at
___________.
In addition to weighing the cartridge, Weigh the powder
what other routine maintenance is
in the canister.
required for a cartridge-operated dry
chemical extinguisher?
In all but the most severe cases,
bleeding from a wound should be
In all but the most severe cases,
bleeding from a wound should be
In an emergency, a hole in the hull
below the waterline, not over three
inches in diameter, can be temporarily
sealed by __________.
In any major personal injury, first aid is
to include the treatment of the injury
and what additional treatment?
applying direct
pressure
Choice B
The lights must be
capable of being
shut off during
daylight hours to
extend battery life.
Choice C
Choice D
The lights must
The lights must
automatically turn always remain on.
on and off by
photoelectric cells.
the steering gear

room
each manned
watch station
Discharge small
Check the hose
amount to see that and nozzle for
it works.
clogs.
submerging the
wound in
lukewarm water
cooling the wound
with ice
applying a
tourniquet
each fire station
Check the external

pressure gage.
cooling the wound applying a

with ice
tourniquet
submerging the
wound in
lukewarm water
stuffing a mattress rigging a collision
in the hole
mat
welding over a
plate patch
applying direct
pressure to the
wound
using a soft
wooden plug
Application of CPR Removal of any

foreign objects
Administration of
oxygen
absorb the oil for

easy removal
not affect the oil

disperse or
dissolve the oil in
the water
Absorbent removal None of the above
remove the oil

from the water
Mechanical
removal
120
Illustration
Treatment for
traumatic shock
ESEP100114
ABS
293500
VER
2
294213
299151
292751
291061
292753
294315
294306
Question
In damage control, a flat block placed
at the end of a shore for the purpose
of distributing pressure is referred to
as a __________.
In each inflatable raft, what piece of
equipment is provided to make quick,
emergency, temporary repairs to a
cut, or rip in a raft?
In each inflatable rescue boat, what
piece of equipment is provided to
make quick, emergency, temporary
repairs to a large hole in a raft?
Choice A
strong back
Choice B
butt piece
Choice C
stiffener
Choice D
cradle
There is no
equipment
provided
Glue and rubber

patches
Several varioussized repair

clamps
Self-adhesive
rubberized canvas
patches
No equipment is
provided.
Glue and rubber

patches.
Several variousSelf-adhesive
sized sealing clips. rubberized canvas
patches.
In fighting a fire in a fuel tank, the

FIRST action you should attempt is to
__________.
In figure 1 of the illustration, fire would
spread to compartment "B" by the
following method:
secure all sources

of fresh air to the
tank
I
begin transferring
the fuel to other
tanks
II
top off the tank to station someone at

force out all vapors the fixed CO2
release controls
III
I and III
I. radiation
II. convection
III. Conduction
In firefighting, the term 'protecting
exposures' means __________.
protecting fire
keeping flames
fighters from direct from burning at the
exposure to the
tank vents
heat of the fire
protecting exposed
areas of the
superstructure
from flames
In heavy seas the helmsman should

steer the survival craft __________.
into the seas
In lifeboat situations, which of the

following visual distress signals is
acceptable for daylight use only?
Handheld red flare Self-contained

rocket propelled
parachute red flare
in the same
direction as the
seas
Orange smoke
signal
broadside to the
seas
121
Illustration
SF-0013
taking measures to
prevent the spread
of fire from the
involved
compartment to an
adjacent
compartment
in a series of figureeights
Red aerial
pyrotechnic flare
ESEP100114
ABS
296714
VER
1
294327
297334
291059
292007
295000
295000
11
295000
14
296012
291102
Question
In managing a situation involving
multiple injuries, the rescuer must be
able to __________.
In order for the automatic lifeboat
drain to operate properly __________.
Choice A
provide the
necessary
medication
the cap should be
removed to drain
the boat when it is
waterborne
Choice B
rapidly evaluate
the seriousness of
obvious injuries
the cage must be
free of rubbish or
the ball may not
seat properly
Choice C
accurately
diagnose the
ailment or injury
there is an
automatic ball
check located in a
siphon tube
In order for you to operate your

vessel's crude oil wash system, the
cargo tanks to be washed must be
__________.
In order to complete ventilation of the
compartments shown in figure 2 of the
illustration, you should___________.
opened to the
atmosphere for
ventilation
gas free
inerted
close the portholes open the door and do nothing

in compartments A portholes in
and C
compartment B
close the door in

compartment D
In order to discharge a CO2 portable

fire extinguisher, the operator must
FIRST __________.
In order to find out which lifeboat you
are assigned, you should look at the
__________.
In order to find out which lifeboat you
are assigned, you should look at the
__________.
In order to find out which liferaft you
are assigned, you should look on the
__________.
In order to initiate CPR on a drowning
victim, __________.
open the discharge remove the locking invert the CO2

valve
pin
extinguisher
squeeze the two

trigger handles
together
Fire Control Plan
Certificate of
Inspection
Muster List
("Station Bill")
Ship's Articles
fire control plan
certificate of
inspection
muster list or
station bill
ship's articles
Certificate of
Inspection
Muster List
("Station Bill")
Ship's Articles
Fire Control Plan
drain water from

the lungs before
ventilating
begin mouth-todo not tilt the head

mouth ventilations back since it may
cause vomiting
start chest
compressions
before the victim is
removed from the
water
In order to produce a high velocity
pull the nozzle
water fog using an all-purpose nozzle, handle halfway
you must __________.
back
Choice D
prescribe
treatment for the
victim
the small lever to
release the rubber
ball float must be
turned
counterclockwise
full of cargo
Illustration
SF-0013
push the nozzle

insert an in-line fog change to a small
handle completely applicator
nozzle tip after
forward
changing the
position of the
nozzle handle
122
ESEP100114
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291952
VER
4
291952
294208
294208
293760
298206
In port, after chemically cleaning a fuel pumping it into the centrifuging and
oil tank, you should dispose of the
sewer connection reclaiming it
waste oil by __________.
circulating it
discharging it into
through an oil and a slop barge or
water separator
holding tank
299456
In reviving a person who has been

overcome by gas fumes, what would
you AVOID doing?
Applying artificial
respiration and
massage
Keeping the
patient warm and
comfortable
296308
In reviving a person who has been

Giving stimulants
overcome by gas fumes, which of the
following treatments would you AVOID
using?
Prompt removal of
the patient from
suffocating
atmosphere
Prompt removal of
the patient from
the suffocating
atmosphere
Determine the
need for, and
administer CPR if
appropriate
Keeping him warm

and comfortable
293054
In ship construction, the vessel's bilge assist in reducing

vessel rolling
keels are designed primarily to
__________.
improve vessel
reinforce the
steering response vessels garboard
strake
Question
In order to release CO2 to the
machinery spaces from a fixed fire
extinguishing system, you must
__________.
Choice A
actuate an alarm
and open the
engine room
control valve
Choice B
actuate an alarm
and open the
engine room CO2
releasing valve
In order to release CO2 to the

machinery spaces, you must
physically open the engine room
__________.
In order to retrieve an inflatable liferaft
and place it on deck, you should
heave on the __________.
In order to retrieve an inflatable liferaft
and place it on deck, you should
heave on the __________.
In plugging submerged holes on a
MODU, rags, wedges, and other
materials should be used in
conjunction with plugs to __________.
control valve and

actuate the alarm
CO2 releasing
valve and actuate
the alarm
Choice C
open the engine
room control valve
and shut off engine
room ventilation
fans
control valve, then
open the CO2
releasing valve
control valve, then

shut off the engine
room ventilation
lifelines
righting strap
sea anchor
towing bridle
lifelines
righting strap
sea anchor
towing bridle
reduce the water

pressure on the
hull
reduce the water

leaking in around
the plugs
prevent
progressive rapid
flooding
reduce the
possibility of stress
fractures
Giving stimulants
123
Choice D
open the engine
room control valve
and then the CO2
releasing valve
Illustration
reinforce the
vessels shear
strake
ESEP100114
ABS
293024
VER
1
293139
Question
Choice A
In small angle stability, when external center of gravity
forces exist, the buoyant force is
assumed to act vertically upwards
through the center of buoyancy and
through the __________.
Choice B
center of flotation
Choice C
metacenter
In the absence of external forces,

heel until the angle
adding weight to one side of a floating of loll is reached
vessel will cause the vessel to
__________.
list until the center

of buoyancy is
aligned vertically
with the center of
gravity
trim to the side

decrease draft at
opposite TCG until the center of
all moments are
flotation
equal
293028
metacenter
amidships
center of flotation
290406
290406
In the absence of external forces, the

center of gravity of a floating vessel is
located directly above the
__________.
In the case of an injury, causing a
person to be incapacitated for more
than 72 hours, the master or personin-charge of a mobile offshore drilling
unit must submit a report to
__________.
In the event of a casualty to a MODU,
who is responsible to make records
available to the Coast Guard official
authorized to investigate the casualty?
293000
In the event of a collision, watertight

integrity may be lost if __________.
the sounding tube the dogs on a

you have recently
cap from a
manhole cover are replaced a gasket
damaged tank is
secure
in a watertight door
missing
291955
Machinery space
In the event of a fire, automatic
activation of a fixed CO2 extinguishing
system can result in which of the
following areas?
Choice D
metacentric height
geometric center
of the displaced
volume
the nearest Marine the nearest

Safety or Marine
hospital
Inspection Office
the Department of the American

Energy
Bureau of the
Shipping
Officer-in-Charge, The person who

Marine Inspection caused the
casualty
The company man The owner
Paint locker
124
Cargo hold
Illustration
you operate the

dewatering system
from a flooded
compartment
All of the above
ESEP100114
ABS
290201
VER
2
Question
In the event of a fire, the doors to a
stair tower must be closed to prevent
the spread of fire by __________.
Choice A
ventilation
Choice B
radiation
Choice C
convection
Choice D
conduction
290108
In the event of a fire, the doors to a

stair tower must be closed to prevent
the spread of fire by____________.
convection
conduction
radiation
ventilation
298200
wash down the

area immediately
with a fire hose
fusible link
wash down the

cover the area with cover the area with
area with kerosene absorbent material foam
290107
In the event of a small bunker oil spill

on deck occurring while fueling, you
should __________.
In the event of an exhaust duct fire,
most dry chemical and carbon dioxide
galley range fixed extinguishing
systems are automatically activated
through the action of a stainless steel
cable, spring and a __________.
stack switch
thermostat
pyrostat
295512
In the first 24 hours after abandoning

a vessel, water should be given only
to personnel who are __________.
thirsty
sick or injured
wet
awake
294336
In the first 24 hours after abandoning

a vessel, water should be given only
to personnel who are __________.
thirsty
sick or injured
wet
awake
299511
12
15
17
18
SF-0042
299509
12
15
21
SF-0042
294218
10
SF-0043
299507
In the illustration shown, the CO2

tripping lanyard is item number
__________.
In the illustration shown, the external
lifelines are shown as item number
__________.
In the illustration shown, the
hydrostatic release is identified as
item number _____.
In the illustration shown, the pressure
relief valve is indicated as item
number __________.
11
SF-0042
125
Illustration
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294219
291059
294217
In the illustration shown, the weak link 8

is identified as item number _____.
299512
299503
299502
In the illustration shown, the weak link 7

is item __________.
In the illustration shown, where would Item #2
you find the knife?
In the illustration, the sea anchor is
7
shown as item number __________.
299501
299505
298702
296402
290051
12
16
Illustration
SF-0042
SF-0043
combination;
horizontal
cross-flow;
horizontal
SF-0013
SF-0043
17
19
23
SF-0042
Item #4
Item #22
Item #23
SF-0042
13
15
18
SF-0042
In the illustration, the sea painter is

1
item number __________.
In the illustration, which item correctly Item #2
identifies the ballast bags?
12
16
18
SF-0042
Item #12
Item #13
Item #22
SF-0042
In the Oil Record Book, a

comprehensive list of operational
items are grouped into operational
sections. Each section is codified by
a/an __________.
In treating a person for first degree
thermal burns, it is important to
prevent or reduce __________.
In which of the areas listed is a fire
resulting from spontaneous
combustion most likely to occur?
number
abbreviation
letter
all of the above
disfigurement
infection
pain
asphyxia
Engine room
bilges
Paint locker
Battery storage
locker
Fuel oil tank
Question
In the illustration shown, the righting
strap is shown as item number
__________.
In the illustration shown, the sea
painter is identified as item number
_____.
In the illustration shown, the type of
ventilation depicted in figure 1 and
figure 2 respectfully is __________.
Choice A
Choice B
horizontal; vertical vertical;

combination
126
Choice C
Choice D
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293205
297505
294203
11
294203
294203
294203
294203
294203
10
299413
299413
299172
Question
Choice A
In which of the circumstances listed
Within a closed
would a carbon dioxide fire
space
extinguishing agent be most effective?
Choice B
On a magnesium
fire
Choice C
At a range of 15
feet
Choice D
As a cooling agent
Increasing the free surface of a

uncorrected 'KG'
confined liquid has the effect of raising
the __________.
Inert gas systems fitted on tank
4% by volume
vessels must be fitted with an alarm to
give an audible and visual warning
when the oxygen content of the inert
gas exceeds __________.
virtual height of the metacenter

center of gravity
metacentric height
8% by volume
12% by volume
16% by volume
a portable radio
canned milk
a portable radio
canned milk
a portable radio
a towing
connection
a towing
connection
an oil lantern
canned milk
a towing bridle
a portable radio
an oil lantern
canned milk
a towing bridle
jackknife
towing connection lifeline
all of the above
jackknife
towing connection lifeline
All of the above
Inflatable liferafts are provided with

__________.
__________.
__________.
__________.
Inflatable liferafts are provided with a
__________.
Inflatable liferafts are provided with a
__________.
Inflatable liferafts must be overhauled
and inspected at a USCG approved
servicing facility every __________.
a pistol
six months
twelve months
eighteen months
twenty-four months
Inflatable liferafts shall be serviced at

an approved servicing facility every 12
months or not later than the next
vessel inspection for certification.
However, the total elapsed time
between servicing cannot exceed
__________.
Information on the specification of a
rescue boat can be found by
__________.
12 months
15 months
17 months
18 months
examining the
certificate of
inspection
examining the
nameplate on the
transom
referring to the
Muster List
("Station Bill")
referring to the
shipping articles
a pistol
127
Illustration
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291751
Inspection of a Halon fire extinguisher each sight glass

involves checking the hose, handle,
nozzle, and __________.
291751
298556
293601
Inspection of a portable CO2 fire

extinguisher involves checking the
hose, handle, nozzle, and
__________.
International Oil Pollution Prevention
(IOPP) Certificates are required for
each U.S. oil tanker at or above
__________.
It is generally not advisable to drive a
wedge into a crack occurring in the
hull because wedges __________.
294312
10
290100
Question
Initial stability refers to the vessel's
stability __________.
Choice B
when loaded with
minimum deck
load
weighing of the
extinguisher
Choice C
when at transit
draft
Choice D
when GZ is zero
the service
technicians report
the last date it was

charged
each sight glass
weighing of the
extinguisher
the service
technicians report
the last date it was

charged
100 gross
registered tons
150 gross
registered tons
300 gross
registered tons
400 gross
registered tons
tend to open the

crack
will work loose
will splinter
will pull through the

plating
It is important to test lifeboat davit limit damage to the

switches on a regular basis to prevent winch motor
_________.
the possibility of
the davit wires
parting when the
lifeboat is being
retrieved and
stowed in its davit
damage to the
releasing gear
the lifeboat from

being lowered at
an unsafe speed
It is necessary to cool the bulkheads

and decks surrounding a
compartment where there is a fire in
order to __________.
cool the metal

below its ignition
temperature
form a dense
prevent oxygen
coating of
from reaching the
smothering steam flames
294003
Kapok lifejackets require proper care

and should NOT be __________.
used as seats,
pillows, or foot
rests
left on open decks all of the above
293161
Keeping the draft of a MODU at, or

below the load line mark, insures the
unit will have adequate __________.
stowed near open

flame or where
smoking is
permitted
reserve ballast
reserve buoyancy
lightweight
displacement
Choice A
at small angles of
inclination
128
Illustration
prevent the fire

from spreading by
the conduction of
heat
critical motion
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294000
294000
Question
Choice A
Life jackets should be marked with the maximum weight
__________.
allowed
Lifejackets should always be stowed the forepeak
in __________.
Choice B
stowage space
assigned
the after peak
Choice C
Choice D
vessel's home port vessel's name
readily accessible
spaces
locked watertight
containers
Lifejackets should be stowed in

__________.
the forepeaks
the pump room
readily accessible
spaces
locked watertight
containers
294000

__________.
survival craft
mess rooms
readily accessible
spaces
locked watertight
containers
294000

__________.
the forepeak
the after peak
readily accessible
spaces
locked watertight
containers
294201
Liferafts are less maneuverable than

lifeboats due to their __________.
shape
shallow draft
large sail area
all of the above
294000
Lifesaving equipment shall be stowed locked up

so that it will be __________.
readily accessible
for use
inaccessible to
passengers
on the topmost
deck of the vessel
at all times
294000
Lifesaving equipment shall be stowed locked up

so that it will be __________.
readily accessible
for use
inaccessible to
passengers
on the topmost
deck of the vessel
at all times
294312
Limit switches are located on the

survival craft winch systems for
MODUs to __________.
limit the amount of limit the ascent

cable on the drum rate
stop the winch in

case the craft
weighs too much
294312
limit the amount of limit the ascent

cable on the drum rate
stop the winch in

case the craft's
weight exceeds
load lift limit
294312
stop the winch just

before the craft
reaches final
stowage position
Limit switches are located on the
stop the winch just
survival craft winch systems for OSVs before the craft
to __________.
reaches its
uppermost position
Limit switches on gravity davits should the engineers,

shutting off the
be tested by __________.
from a panel in the current to the
engine room
winch
129
Illustration
pushing the switch all of the above

lever arm while the
winch is running
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294303
Lines passed around the falls to hold lifelines

the boat into the vessel while boarding
passengers are called __________.
297103
293162
splashing or
spraying of oil into
a tank
lifesaving
equipment
290209
293046
291002
291155
291154
Liquid petroleum products will become

electrically charged as a result of the
__________.
Load line regulations are designed to
insure that a MODU has adequate
structural strength and sufficient
__________.
Locations on a MODU, where
flammable hydrocarbon gas or vapors
may accumulate due to drilling
operations, are defined as
__________.
Longitudinal stability indicates the
tendency of a ship to resist a
_______.
Low velocity fog extinguishes a fire by
__________.
Low velocity water fog is used in
firefighting as a __________.
Low velocity water fog is very effective
in __________.
291253
Lower level fire main stations in the

engine room should undergo regular
routine maintenance, including
__________.
operating the self- flushing out the

repacking valve
cleaning strainers hydrants with full stems at three
once a day
fire main pressure month intervals
Question
Line throwing apparatus aboard ship
must contain __________.
Illustration
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
two rockets, one of three rockets, one four rockets, two of five rockets, two of
which shall be the of which shall be
which shall be the which shall be the
buoyant type
buoyant type
buoyant type
buoyant type
frapping lines
tricing lines
tripping lines
movement of water oil moving through All of the above

droplets in an oil
the pipe lines
are correct.
filled tank
stability
mooring tension
riser tension
gaseous locations hazardous

locations
classified locations designated

locations
change in trim
change in list
change in mean
draft
change in the
period of roll
smothering and
washing out
cooling agent
smothering and
cooling
smothering agent
cooling and
washing out
barrier against
radiant heat
removing
combustible
vapors from the air
none of the above
removing toxic
controlling the
fumes from the air movement of
burning oil
130
all of the above

shielding fire
fighters from the
fire
a weekly
replacement of fire
hose fittings
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Question
Choice A
Main wooden shoring for use in
2" x 2"
damage control, is usually less than
10 feet long and has a nominal crosssection dimension of ______.
Choice B
2" x 4"
294426
Manufacturers of self contained

Size "Small" is
breathing apparatus use color coded green.
face pieces to indicate different sizes.
true concerning the colors of SCBA
face pieces?
Size "Large"
Size "Extra Large" All of the above.
(standard) is black. is red.
293166
Many uninspected motor vessels

require load lines. For the purpose of
the Load Line Regulations, the term
'surveyor' means __________.
an officer of the
Coast Guard
designated by the
Commandant to
command all
Coast Guard
activities within his
district
any person
designated by the
American Bureau
of Shipping who
actually examines
the vessel
any person from

the Coast Guard
who is in charge of
a marine
inspection zone
any person from

the Coast Guard
who performs
duties with respect
to the inspection,
enforcement, and
administration of
Title 52 of the
revised statute
293166
Many uninspected vessels require

load lines to indicate the maximum
__________.
reserve buoyancy
under any
condition
toxin
297703
mixture
Material listed on a Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS) referring to more
than one chemical is called a
__________.
Material listed on a Material Safety
flammable
Data Sheet (MSDS) that violently selfreacts under commonly occurring
conditions is called __________.
angle of reduced
freeboard for
subdivision
calculations
multi-material
freeboard for the

light ship
displacement
297707
amidship's draft to
which a vessel can
be lawfully
submerged
combination
toxic
explosive
unstable
291401
dry chemical and

water
foam chemical with bicarbonate soda

air and water
with air and water
Mechanical foam used for firefighting

is produced by mechanically mixing
and agitating __________.
soda acid and

water
131
Choice C
4" x 4"
Choice D
2" x 6"
Illustration
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298047
294332
294317
294300
291254
298553
298621
298621
Question
Choice A
Mechanical foam used for firefighting, mechanically
is produced by __________.
mixing and
agitating foam
chemical, water,
and air
Mobile offshore drilling units not
maintain a logbook
required to have an official logbook
on Form CG-706
shall __________.
MODU survival craft is manufactured foam
with fire retardant __________.
Most enclosed lifeboats or covered
The lower ballast
survival capsules will automatically
tanks are filled with
right themselves if they capsize. This water.
will occur when which of the following
conditions exists?
unbalanced
Most lifeboats are equipped with
__________.
rudders
No outlet on a fire hydrant may point avoid kinking the
above the horizontal, in order to
hose
__________.
1650 feet
No person may discharge garbage
from a vessel located near a fixed or
floating platform engaged in oil
exploration at a distance of less than
__________.
No person may serve as the person-in- there is ready
charge of both the vessel and the
access between
facility during oil transfer operation
the two
unless __________.
No person may serve as the person-in- under any
charge of oil transfer operations on
circumstances
more than one vessel at a time
__________.
Choice B
a chemical
reaction of foam
components and
air
Choice C
gas bubbles
liberated when the
foam chemical
contacts fire
not be required to maintain an

maintain a logbook unofficial logbook
marine plywood
steel
Choice D
chemical reaction
of foam
components and
water
report only major
events to the
OCMI
fiberglass
The fuel tanks are The passengers

not less than half are strapped to
full.
their seats.
The sea anchor is

deployed to
windward.
balanced rudders
straight rudders
avoid personal
injury during
connection
1850 feet
the vessel and

facility are
immediately
adjacent
unless authorized
by the Captain of
the Port
132
contra guide
rudders
make connecting
easier
2000 feet
the person in
charge has a rapid
means of
transportation
between the two
unless radio
communication is
set up between the
vessels
Illustration
prevent spray on
electrical
equipment
2500 feet
the Captain of the

Port authorizes
such procedure
unless the vessels

are moored clear
of all docks
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Question
No person may transfer oil to or from
a vessel unless the person in charge
__________.
Choice A
has in his or her
possession a copy
of the vessel's Oil
Record Book
Choice B
has notified the
captain of the port
at least 24 hours
before beginning
each oil transfer
operation
Choice C
has in his or her
possession a valid
Certificate of
Inspection or Tank
Vessel
Examination Letter
Illustration
Choice D
is in the immediate
vicinity and
immediately
available to the oil
transfer personnel
297318
Metallic
reinforcement
A bursting
pressure greater
than 600 psi
A working
pressure greater
than 150 psi
Identification
markings
296712
72.0F
96.8F
98.6F
30.0C
296712
96.4F
97.5F
98.6F
99.7F
291963
20 seconds
40 seconds
60 seconds
120 seconds
291963
No vessel may use or carry an oil

transfer hose larger than three inches
in diameter unless it meets certain
requirements. Which of the following
is NOT a requirement?
Normal average body temperature is
__________.
Normal mouth temperature is
__________.
Normally manned machinery spaces
protected by a fixed carbon dioxide
system are required to be fitted with
audible alarms so arranged that the
alarm will be sounded prior to the
discharge of CO2 by at least
_________.
Normally manned machinery spaces
protected by a fixed carbon dioxide
system fitted with storage cylinders of
at least 300 pounds in extinguishing
gas weight are required to be fitted
with audible alarms so arranged that
the alarm will be sounded prior to the
discharge of CO2. According to CG
regulations pertaining to CO2 fire
protection systems, what is the
minimum delay period?
15 seconds
20 seconds
45 seconds
90 seconds
291200
female end
connected to the
fire hydrant
male end attached female end

to the fire hydrant connected to the
nozzle
Normally, fire hose should be stowed

with the __________.
133
female end and

nozzle arranged to
be quickly run out
to the fire
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294102
294102
298606
298710
298710
291954
290306
Question
Ocean vessel Ballast Water
Management Regulations can be
found in __________.
Of the required ring life buoys for a
MODU, how many must be equipped
with a water light?
Of the required ring life buoys for an
OSV on ocean service, how many
must be equipped with a water light?
Choice A
33 CFR Part 110
Choice B
33 CFR Part 151
Choice C
46 CFR Part 35
Choice D
46 CFR Part 56
Oil Pollution Prevention Regulations

(33 CFR), require that the person-incharge of transfer operations is to
insure that the __________.
drains and
scuppers are
closed by the
mechanical means
hose is supported
to prevent kinking
or damage
all of the above
Oil Pollution Regulations (33 CFR)

require any transfer or discharge of
oil or oily mixtures to be recorded in
the __________.
Oil Pollution Regulations (33 CFR),
require any transfer, or discharge of
oil, or oily mixtures be recorded in the
__________.
On a cargo ship equipped with a
combination detection-carbon dioxide
system, the presence of fire is
indicated at the cabinet
simultaneously in two spaces: #3 hold
upper between decks, containing
bagged coffee beans; and #4 lower
hold containing fertilizer. To combat
these fires you should __________.
bridge log
transferor and
transferee know
the identity of the
product to be
transferred
Master's log
engine room log
oil record book
Pollution Control
Record
Bridge log
Oil Record book
Masters log
open the three-way

valves to each
space
simultaneously
open the
applicable threeway valve for #3
hold and fight the
fire in #4 hold with
water
open the
applicable threeway valve for #4
hold. After
discharge, secure
the valve; then
open the
applicable valve for
#3 hold.
activate the pilot

CO2 cylinders,
directing the
discharge to #3
hold, then to #4
hold through the
three-way valve
10%
25%
40%
On a cargo vessel, fire and boat drills 5%

must be held within 24 hours of
leaving port if the percentage of the
crew replaced is more than
__________.
134
Illustration
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Question
On a MODU, a cabinet or space
containing the controls or valves for
the fixed firefighting system must be
__________.
Choice A
posted with
instructions on the
operation of the
system
Choice B
ventilated and
equipped with
explosion-proof
switches
Illustration
Choice C
Choice D
painted with red
equipped with a
and black diagonal battery powered
stripes
source of
emergency lighting
292250
On a MODU, a CO2 fire extinguisher

is checked by __________.
reading the gage

pressure
weighing the
extinguisher
290401
On a MODU, a fire drill shall be

conducted once every __________.
week
month
discharging a
small amount of
CO2
crew change
checking for
broken inspection
seals
other week
292531
II
III
IV
291354
On a MODU, a fire extinguisher

charged with 15 pounds of CO2 or 10
pounds of dry chemical is a size
__________.
On a MODU, a fire pump may be
used for other purposes if
__________.
the other services

are run off a
reducing station
with pressure gage
a separate fire
pump is available
for use on the fire
main
all other services

are operated by a
manifold near the
pump
all of the above

conditions are met
292251
where oil or
chemical drums
are stored
in a space with an in paint lockers

oil fired boiler
in all of the above

locations
290405
three months
six months
twelve months
eighteen months
292532
II only
II and III
I and II
I only
294101
On a MODU, a fixed carbon dioxide

fire extinguishing or other approved
system, must be installed
__________.
On a MODU, firefighting equipment
must be inspected once every
__________.
On a MODU, hand portable
extinguishers are size(s)
__________.
On a MODU, how many ring buoys
are required to have a buoyant line
attached?
One ring life buoy. One ring life buoy Three ring life
on each side of the buoys.
MODU.
135
Two ring life buoys

on each side of the
MODU.
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292534
292532
294418
295202
290405
294100
298700
294101
299100
Question
Choice A
On a MODU, if there is a probability of pipe rack
encountering hydrogen sulfide during
the drilling of a well, air movers (bug
blowers) should be installed to dilute
the concentration of gas at the
__________.
Choice B
crown block
On a MODU, size "III", 'IV', and "V" fire

extinguishers are considered
__________.
On a MODU, size I and II fire
extinguishers are considered
____________,
On a MODU, the locker or space
containing the self-contained
breathing apparatus must be
__________.
On a MODU, the possibility of a
blowout makes which type of diesel
engine shutdown desirable?
On a MODU, watertight doors should
be operated __________.
On a MODU, when may a work vest
be substituted for a required life
preserver?
On a newly constructed oceangoing
vessel of 10,000 gross tons, equipped
with an approved 100 ppm oily water
separator, and bilge monitor, the bilge
monitor continuous record must be
__________.
hand portable units all-purpose units
On a OSV, how many ring buoys are

required to have a buoyant line
attached?
On a rigid liferaft which is equipped
with all the required equipment you
will NOT find a __________.
Choice C
shale shaker
Choice D
all of the above
fixed fire
semi-portable units
extinguishing
systems
hand portable units semi-portable units
fixed systems
steam generated
located in close
proximity to the
main control
station
Over speed trip.
equipped with
marked 'SELFbattery powered
CONTAINED
emergency lighting BREATHING
APPARATUS'
Air inlet shut off.
Water injector.
during abandon
drill
To replace a
damaged life
preserver.
kept readily
available for 1 year
only
during fire drill
detached monthly maintained

for enclosure in the onboard for not
Oil Record Book
less than 3 years
initialed after each

engineering watch
by the watch
engineer
One ring life buoy
One ring life buoy Three ring life

on each side of the buoys
OSV
bilge pump
first aid kit
Two ring life buoys

on each side of the
OSV
painter
bailer
quarterly
For use during fire For use during

drills.
boat drills.
136
Illustration
all of the above
Fuel cutoff valve.
when the rig is

being moved
At no time.
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297508
290001
294304
294100
292803
294209
Question
On a tank vessel, which of the
following substances would be
burning in a class "B" fire?
On a tanker vessel, what is the
required combined capacity of the
inert gas generating system as
compared to the total capacity of all
the cargo pumps which can be
operated simultaneously?
On a tanker, the most likely location
for a liquid cargo fire to occur would
be __________.
On a vessel with lifeboats on both
sides, the No. 2 lifeboat would be
located __________.
On an OSV, when may a work vest be
substituted for a required life jacket?
Oil
Choice B
Wood
Choice C
Rags
Choice D
Electrical wiring
50%
75%
100%
125%
in the midships
house
at the main deck

manifold
at the vent header in the pump room
forward of lifeboat
No. 4 on the
starboard side
To replace a
damaged life
jacket.
On an uninspected vessel, all portable insurance
fire extinguishers are required by law underwriter
to be approved by the __________.
forward of lifeboat
No. 4 on the port
side
For use during fire
drills.
aft of lifeboat No. 1 all of the above

on the starboard
side
For use during
At no time.
boat drills.
American Bureau
of Shipping
U.S. Coast Guard
On most makes of inflatable liferafts, unscrewing the

the batteries to operate the light on
bulb during
the inside of rafts can be made to last daylight
longer by _______.
operating the
taking no action as taking no action as
switch for the light there is no way of they shut off
preserving power automatically in
daylight
294209
On most makes of inflatable liferafts, unscrewing the

the batteries to operate the light on
bulb during the
the inside of the rafts can be made to daylight
last longer by __________.
operating the "off taking no action as removing the

switch" for the light there is no way of batteries during the
during the daylight preserving power daylight
294302
On offshore drilling units, the lifeboat

fuel tanks must be emptied and the
fuel changed at least once every
__________.
Choice A
12 months
24 months
137
36 months
Illustration
American Society
for the Testing of
Materials (ASTM)
48 months
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294112
294112
295513
294336
Question
On U.S. inspected ships, oily water
separating equipment, bilge alarms,
and bilge monitors must be approved
under __________.
On vessels on an international
voyage, each inflatable liferaft shall
have a carrying capacity of not less
than __________.
Onboard an OSV, the key to the most
rapid and effective response to a man
overboard situation is __________.
Choice A
33 CFR 151
Choice B
18 CFR 201
Choice C
46 CFR 41
Choice D
46 CFR 162
50 percent of all
persons on board
75 percent of all
persons on board
6 persons
10 persons
well-conducted
drills
a dedicated crew
good equipment
good
communication
Onboard mobile offshore drilling units,

the key to the most rapid and effective
response to a man overboard
situation is __________.
Once the daily ration of drinking water
in a survival situation has been
established, the drinking routine
well-conducted
drills
a dedicated crew
good equipment
good
communication
small sips at
regular intervals
during the day
a complete daily
ration at one time
at noon
one third the daily

ration three times
during the day
small sips only

after sunset
Once the daily ration of drinking water small sips at

in a survival situation has been
regular intervals
established, the drinking routine
during the day.
a complete daily
ration at one time
during the day.
one-third the daily small sips only

ration three times after sunset.
during the day.
292351
can be easily
recharged aboard
ship
has a longer
operating time
can be discharged is lighter in weight

further from the
fire
297321
type of fuel
transfer pump
size of the fuel

storage tanks
ashore
distance to the fuel number of tanks to

storage tanks
be filled
ashore
294201
One advantage of a cartridgeoperated dry chemical fire

extinguisher, over that of a stored
pressure dry chemical extinguisher is
the former __________.
One consideration for determining the
safest maximum rate at which bunker
fuel may be received is by the
__________.
One feature of an inflatable raft which
helps keep people stationary in rough
weather is the set of __________.
lashings on the
floor of the raft for
the passenger's
feet
straps hanging
safety straps on
from the overhead the inside of the
raft
138
Illustration
ridges in the floor

of the raft
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290200
292052
294206
294206
Question
Choice A
One life preserver or buoyant work
working on the rig
vest is required to be worn on a
floor
MODU when a person is __________.
Choice B
Choice C
working over water working on the
pipe racks
Choice D
operating line
throwing
equipment
Hydrogen
Carbon dioxide
Carbon monoxide
Ammonia
the 'snow' which is

sometimes
discharged along
with the gas is
toxic
prolonged
exposure to high
concentrations of
CO2 gas causes
suffocation
rapid dissipation of the CO2 gas is

the CO2 vapor
lighter than air and
a large amount is
required to
extinguish a fire
near the deck
One of the first actions to be taken by stream the sea

survivors when they have boarded an anchor
inflatable liferaft is to __________.
take an antiseasickness pill
open the pressure drink at least one

relief valve
can of water
10
One of the first actions to be taken by break out food

survivors when they have boarded an rations
read the instruction open the pressure drink at least one

card
relief valve
can of water
294206
11

prepare to cut the

sea painter

relief valve
can of water
294206
15

take antiseasickness pill

relief valve
can of water
One of the common hazards onboard

a vessel is represented by the
accumulation of harmful gases in
tanks, holds, etc. Which of the
following gases is the most dangerous
to personnel safety in confined
atmospheres, as it is absorbed by the
blood 300 times more quickly than
oxygen?
One of the disadvantages of using
carbon dioxide to extinguish a fire in
an enclosed space is __________.
139
Illustration
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291500
292654
291154
One of the uses for low velocity fog is help produce

to __________.
mechanical foam
295105
291951
292755
One precaution to take prior to

working in a freshly painted
compartment where there are an
excessive amount of paint fumes, is to
__________.
Operation of the release control valve
on a fixed CO2 fire extinguishing
system, must automatically
__________.
Overhauling a fire in the living
quarters on a vessel must include
__________.
290302
Paints and solvents used aboard a

vessel should be __________.
294300
298716
Part of the required equipment for a

lifeboat includes __________.
Passenger vessels shall maintain an
Oil Record Book, if the vessel is
__________.
Question
Choice A
One of the limitations of foam as a fire
extinguishing agent is that foam
__________.
One of the main concerns when
fighting a galley fire is __________.
Choice B
stream the sea
anchor
cannot be made
with salt water
is heavier than oil

and sinks below it
surface
contamination food spreading of fire
with extinguishing through the
agent
engineering space
take shallow
breaths of air
sweep burning
liquids overboard
ventilate the area
wear a breathing
apparatus while
working
painter
Illustration
is corrosive and a conducts electricity

hazard to fire
fighters
the loss of stability the igniting of a
grease fire in the
range hood
ventilation system
break apart class

"A" combustibles
release CO2 to the secure all

protected space
mechanical
ventilation in the
protected space
opening dead
evacuation of the
spaces to check
vessel
for fire or lingering
sources of heat
stowed safely at
returned to the
the work site until paint locker after
work is completed each use
a boathook
Choice C
Choice D
relief valve
can of water
act as a heat
shield to protect
the fire fighter
keep a charged
fire hose handy
sound the general sound an alarm in

alarm signal for a the ballast control
fire
room
immediately
sounding the 'all
clear' signal
operation of the
emergency
generator
covered with a fine

mesh screen to
protect from
ignition sources
whistle
drained into a
common container
after each use
all of the above
150 gross tons and 200 gross tons and 300 gross tons and 400 gross tons and
above
above
above
above
140
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295203
296801
Persons who have swallowed a non- induce vomiting

petroleum based poison are given
large quantities of warm, soapy water
or warm salt water to __________.
297107
Petroleum vapors are dangerous

__________.
297105
297704
Physical data on a Material Safety

moderate
Data Sheet (MSDS) which describes exposure level
chemicals that produce health effects
requiring medical attention where
damage may be permanent but is
neither life-threatening nor seriously
disabling, is called __________.
296601
Physical exertion on the part of a

be the best thing to increase survival
person who has fallen into cold water try if there were no time in the water
can __________.
rescue in sight
Question
Choice A
Periodic surveys to renew the load line 18 months
assignment for a MODU must be
made at intervals not exceeding
__________.
Personnel who are moving or handling Signaling that all
material aboard ship should NOT
personnel are
follow which of the listed practices?
clear before lifting
or lowering
material.
only if the source

of the vapor is
above its flash
point
Petroleum vapors are heavier than air will normally
and __________.
dissipate rapidly
Choice B
two years
Choice C
three years
Examining material
for sharp edges or
protruding points
before handling.
Choice D
five years
Closing, tagging,
or securing valves
that permit
entrance of steam,
water, or air into a
fitting or other
equipment.
absorb the poison neutralize the
from the blood
poison in the blood
Throwing materials
from high places to
the deck.
only if the vapor is

between the upper
and lower
explosive limit
will always form
explosive vapors
below 32F
ambient
high toxicity
only if the oxygen

concentration is
below 16 percent
at all times due to

their toxicity
may collect in
ship's bilges
are of no concern
if the wind is
blowing
high exposure
level
moderate toxicity
increase the rate

of heat loss from
the body
not affect the heat

loss from the body
141
Illustration
increase the
digestive process
and eliminate the
poison
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Question
Choice A
Choice B
person who has fallen into cold water try if there was no time in the water
can __________.
rescue in sight
Choice C
increase the rate
of heat loss from
the body
Choice D
not affect the heat
loss from the body
299468

person who has fallen into cold water try if there was no time in the water
would __________.
rescue in sight
increase the rate

of heat loss from
the body
not affect the heat

loss from the body
293056
Longitudinal
Transverse
Vertical
Centerline
299006
3 miles from land
12 miles from land 25 miles from land ashore
298108
Pitching is the rising and falling motion

of the bow of a ship oscillating about
which axis?
Plastic garbage bags containing
comminuted paper and rags may only
be discharged __________.
CFR Part 155) state that no person
may transfer oil or fuel to a vessel of
300 gross tons or more, constructed
after June 30,1974, unless each fuel
tank vent, overflow, and fill pipe is
equipped with a/an __________.
fixed fuel oil

discharge
containment
portable fuel oil

discharge
containment
298605

CFR Part 156), state that no person
unless __________.
oil residue has

an oil containment all parts of the
been drained from boom is available transfer system
all hoses
for immediate use have been properly
lined up
a representative
sample has been
taken from the oil
being received
298605

CFR Part 156), state that no person
unless __________.
oil residue has

the maximum
been drained from amount of oil to be
all hoses
transferred has
been recorded on
the declaration of
inspection
a representative
sample has been
taken from the oil
being received
142
automatic back
pressure shutoff
nozzle
the maximum
transfer rate and
pressure has been
established
Illustration
quick-closing antispill valve
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298600
298606
298606
298606
298601
298601
Question
CFR) require a 1500 gross ton vessel
(constructed before July 1, 1974)
equipped with a fill fitting for which
discharge containment is impractical
to __________.
CFR) require that on the completion of
oil transfer operations all __________.
Choice A
have the fill fitting
altered on or
before December
31, 1986
Illustration
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
use a drip collar on have a designated use an automatic
the fill fitting
crew member
back pressure shut
stand watch over off nozzle
the fill fitting
hoses shall be
blown down with
air
soundings shall be valves used during persons on duty

entered in the oil
transfer shall be
during oil transfer
record book
closed
shall be accounted
for
quantity of fuel
quality of fuel
vessel draft
received
received
Pollution Prevention Regulations (33 establishing the

transfer rate
CFR) specify that the person-incharge of bunkering is responsible for
__________.
Pollution Prevention Regulations (33 vessel draft
the __________.

the __________.
CFR) state that no person may
__________.
CFR) state that no person may
the __________.
quantity of fuel
received
quality of fuel
received
possession of a
copy of the facility
operations manual
or vessel transfer
procedures
vessel draft
quantity of fuel
received
quality of fuel
received
communications
with terminal
operator
hoses are
supported to
prevent kinking
and strain on its
coupling
spectacle flanges
are installed in
cargo pump
overboard
discharges
a sample has been adequate deck

taken from the oil lighting is turned
being received
on one hour before
sunset
each part of the

transfer system is
blown through with
air
packing glands of vessel is

the transfer pump surrounded by an
must not leak at all oil containment
boom
fuel hose is
supported to
prevent strain on
its couplings
143
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292103
Question
Choice A
Pollution Prevention Regulations (33 sealed or lashed
CFR) state that when a tank vessel is closed
discharging cargo, each sea suction
valve connected to the vessel's oil
transfer, ballast, or cargo tank
systems must be __________.
Choice B
fitted with a blank
flange
Choice C
fitted with an antisiphon device
Choice D
lined up for
immediate use
Portable carbon dioxide fire

extinguishers must be recharged
__________.
at each biennial
inspection
at each annual
inspection
292006
Portable carbon dioxide fire

extinguishers should be sent ashore
to be recharged __________.
when the
remaining charge
volume is less than
90% of the
required volume
when the
remaining charge
volume is less than
90 percent of the
required volume
when the
remaining charge
weight is 10% less
than the required
weight
when the charge
weight loss
exceeds 10%
291830
at the top of the

flames
at the base of the

fire near the edge
291850
291303
Portable Halon extinguishers used on

a class "B" fire should be directed
__________.
Portable Halon fire extinguishers used
on a MODU may be charged with
__________.
Pressure within a firemain system will
vary from point to point due to
__________.
297250
escape of
explosive vapors
290202
Pressure-vacuum relief valves on tank

vessel cargo tanks should be kept in
good working order to prevent
__________.
Prior to entering a cargo pump room,
you should ensure that __________.
at each inspection at each annual

for certification
inspection
HALON 1301 only HALON 22 only
leaky pilot valves
in short, quick
bursts
Illustration
toward the upwind

side of the fire
HALON 1211 only HALON 1301 or

1211
wear in the hydrant

friction in the
piping and valves
and position in the
system
oil spillage on deck contamination from damage to tank
other tanks
boundaries
leaky pump
suction valve
the forced
the cargo pumps
ventilating system are secured
is operating
144
a suitable gas
mask is available
the oily water

separator is deenergized
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290205
291151
294327
298607
293764
293300
293261
Question
Choice A
Prior to entering a compartment
An SCBA
containing an atmosphere potentially
dangerous to life or health, you should
don an approved breathing
apparatus. Which of the listed
devices would be suitable?
Choice B
An emergency
escape hood
Choice C
Choice D
A canister-type gas All of the above.
mask.
Hydrogen sulfide
Prior to entering a shipboard
compartment containing spilled
sewage, you should test the
atmosphere in the compartment for
__________.
Prior to inserting a low velocity fog
move the handle to
applicator into the nozzle shown in
position "B"
the illustration, you must __________.
Methane Gas
Oxygen
Prior to lowering the lifeboat, the most

important item to check is the
__________.
Prior to transfer of fuel, the
Declaration of Inspection required by
Coast Guard Regulation (33 CFR)
__________.
oars
Progressive flooding in the engine

room may be minimized by securing
watertight boundaries and
__________.
Progressive flooding on a MODU is
controlled by securing watertight
boundaries and __________.
Progressive flooding on a MODU may
be indicated by __________.
All of the above
remove the device move the handle to remove the device

indicated by the
position "A"
indicated by the
letter "E"
letter "D"
sail
boat plug
life preservers
is the same as the describes the

Certificate of
procedure for
Inspection
draining the sumps
of oil lubricated
machinery into the
bilges of U.S.
vessels
must be signed by
both the person-incharge of the
pumping and the
person-in-charge
of receiving
requires the
"Discharge of Oil
Prohibited" placard
to be posted at the
gangway
transferring
dumping fuel oil
reserve feed water
pumping out
flooded
compartments
evacuating the
engine room
transferring drill
water
dumping bulk
materials
evacuating the unit
ballast control
alarms
excessive draft
pumping out
flooded
compartments
excessive list or
trim
145
Illustration
SF-0011
a continual
worsening of list or
trim
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292400
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291200
Properly stowed fire hose is either

faked or rolled into a rack with the
__________.
294340
294340
299151
294213
Provided every effort is used to

preserve body moisture content by
avoiding perspiration, how long is it
normally possible to survive in a
survival craft without stored quantities
of water?
Provided every effort is used to
produce, as well as preserve body
moisture content by avoiding
perspiration, how long is it normally
possible to survive without stored
quantities of water?
Puncture leaks in the lower tubes or
bottom of an inflatable liferaft should
FIRST be stopped by using
__________.
Puncture leaks in the lower tubes, or
first be stopped by using __________.
299151
291250
Question
Choice A
Choice B
Proper maintenance of a dry chemical adding water to the painting the CO2
fire extinguisher will include
powder
cartridge red
__________.
Choice C
puncturing the
CO2 cartridge
Choice D
shaking the
extinguisher to
loosen the cakedup portions of the
powder
male and female
female end
male end attached nozzle end
ends connected
available to be
to the adjacent fire arranged to be
together to prevent quickly connected hydrant
easily run out to
damage
to the hydrant
the fire
Up to 3 days
Up to 14 days
Up to 25 days
Up to 35 days
Up to 3 days
8 to 14 days
15 to 20 days
25 to 30 days
sealing clamps
repair tape
a tube patch
sail twine and

vulcanizing kit
sealing clamps
repair tape
a tube patch
sail twine and

vulcanizing kit
Puncture leaks in the lower tubes, or sealing clamps

first be stopped by using __________.
repair tape
a tube patch
sail twin and

vulcanizing kit
Quick cleaning strainers are installed

in the fire main system at individual
fire hydrants to __________.
prevent rust and

foreign matter from
entering the hoses
and nozzles
protect the fire

pumps from
becoming clogged
with marine growth
filter out some of

the salt in an effort
to reduce pipeline
scaling
prevent rust and

foreign matter from
entering the
system piping
146
Illustration
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Question
Radiation can cause a fire to spread
by __________.
292402
Recharging a previously used

cartridge-operated dry chemical fire
extinguisher is accomplished by
__________.
292801
Records of tests and inspections of all for 1 year

fire extinguishing systems onboard a
cargo vessel shall be kept onboard
__________.
293205
293204
Reducing the free surface of a liquid uncorrected 'KG'

within a tank has the effect of lowering
the __________.
Reducing the free surfaces within a
natural roll period
vessel, reduces the __________.
292350
Regarding the fire extinguisher shown compressed air

in the illustration, the small cylinder,
labeled as #4, contains __________.
nitrogen
carbon dioxide
uncorrected height
of the center of
gravity
Halon
299009
46 CFR Part 56
33 CFR Part 151
33 CFR Part 155
297600
293754
Regulations concerning the

recordkeeping requirements of
shipboard garbage disposal can be
found in _______.
Repair of structures on a MODU in the
vicinity of liquid mud handling areas
presents which of the possible listed
hazards?
Repair of vital machinery and services
related to an emergency on a MODU
should be accomplished (in
sequence) __________.
Choice A
transmitting the
heat of a fire
through the ship's
metal
authorized fire
equipment
servicing
personnel only
46 CFR Part 32
Illustration
Choice C
Choice D
heated gases
the transfer of heat
flowing through
across an
ventilation systems unobstructed
space
replacing the
puncturing the
recharging the
propellant cartridge cartridge seal after cartridge and
and refilling it with installation
refilling it with
powder
powder
Choice B
burning liquids
flowing into
another space
for 2 years
until the next Coast for the period of

Guard inspection validity of the
vessel's current
Certificate of
Inspection
virtual height of the metacenter
metacentric height
center of gravity
metacentric height water plane area
SF-0006
Toxic gasses may Flammable gasses Liquid muds may

be present.
may be present.
flood adjoining
spaces.
An oxygendeficient
atmosphere may
be present.
after control of fire, immediately before after control of fire, after stability is
flooding, and
emergency is
but before control restored
structural repairs under control
of flooding
147
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294300
290207
293021
293055
293055
295204
Question
Repairing damage to the hull of a
MODU at, or above the waterline,
reduces the threat of __________.
Required equipment for a lifeboat
includes a __________.
Requirements for hydrogen sulfide
preparation and equipment usage
aboard MODUs in U.S. offshore
waters are administered by the
__________.
Reserve buoyancy is the __________.
Choice A
free surface
effects
Choice B
capsizing the
MODU
Choice C
continued
progressive
flooding
whistle
Choice D
wind overturning
moments
boathook
first aid kit
U.S. Coast Guard U.S. Corps of

Engineers
Minerals
Management
Service
American National
Standards Institute
unoccupied space volume of intact

below the waterline space above the
waterline
excess of the
difference between
buoyant force over buoyancy in salt
gravitational force and fresh waters
all of the above
Rolling is the angular motion of the

Longitudinal
vessel about what axis?
Rolling is the transverse oscillating
Longitudinal
rotation of the vessel about what axis?
Transverse
Vertical
Centerline
Transverse
Vertical
Centerline
Safety is dependent on orderliness

and cleanliness. Order may be
maintained by __________.
storing items in
their assigned
place
stomach
299469
stomach
lower intestines
inner ear
bladder
294337
Seasickness is caused by rolling or

rocking motions which affect fluids in
the __________.
Seasickness is caused by rolling or
rocking motions which affect fluids in
the __________.
Seawater may be used for drinking
water __________.
tagging all items

according to their
age and then
storing them
together
inner ear
disposing of used
items
296708
storing all items in

a common storage
container except
those ready-forsea
lower intestines
292535
after mixing with

an equal quantity
of fresh water
I, II, and III
if gather during or under no

immediately after a circumstance
hard rain
III, IV, and V
IV and V
at a maximum rate
of two ounces per
day
Semi-portable fire extinguishers used II, III, and IV
on MODUs are of the sizes
__________.
148
Illustration
bladder
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292400
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Question
Choice A
Servicing of a cartridge-operated dry pressure gage is
chemical fire extinguisher aboard ship within the
would include ensuring that the
operating range
__________.
292400
Servicing of a cartridge-operated dry pressure gage is

chemical fire extinguisher aboard ship within the
would include ensuring that the
operating range
__________.
295001
296404
Seven short blasts and one long blast fire or emergency

of the ship's whistle and the same
signal on the general alarm bell is
sounded, this signal indicates
__________.
Severe airway burns will cause
nausea
__________.
293207
299300
290213
Since accumulations of hydrogen

lighter than air
sulfide gas on a MODU can be
dangerous to personnel, it is important
to know that this gas is __________.
heavier than air
a yellow gas that is mildly toxic

easily recognized
296500
indication of
broken bones
breathing and
heartbeat
location of burns
298015
Since electrical burn victims have

been subjected to electric shock, the
FIRST medical response is to check
for __________.
Small oil spills on deck can be kept
from contaminating the surrounding
waters by __________.
driving wooden
plugs into the
vents
closing the lids on plugging the

the vents
scuppers
Choice B
Choice C
powder is not
cartridge weight is
caked and there is not less than 1/4
a full charge
ounce of weight
stamped on
cartridge
powder is not
cartridge weight is
caked and there is not less than 1/4
a full charge
ounce of weight
stamped on
cartridge
boat stations
man overboard
(abandon ship)
reddening of
cheeks
Ships are less stable when water or

free surface effect increase in
fuel tanks are partially filled because
buoyancy
of the __________.
Signaling devices required on
a rocket shoulder an oil lantern
inflatable liferafts include __________. rifle
149
Choice D
recharge of weight
loss exceeds 10%
of the weight of
charge
Illustration
correct amount of
water is stored in
the container
dismissal from
drills
complete
obstruction of
respiratory
passages
decrease in draft
reduction in trim
red flares
an air horn
nosebleed
bleeding injuries
keeping plugs in
the sounding pipes
ESEP100114
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298015
VER
1
298015
290400
298035
292050
297204
297200
290051
290051
Spontaneous combustion can result

from __________.
water dripping on a oil soaked rags

running electric
stored in a closed
motor
compartment
290051
290051
10
Spontaneous combustion is most

likely to occur in __________.
Spontaneous combustion is most
likely to occur in __________.
rags soaked in
linseed oil
oil soaked rags
Question
Small oil spills on deck can be
prevented from contaminating any
waters by __________.
Small oil spills on deck may be
prevented from entering the water by
__________.
Choice A
plugging all
scuppers and
drains
keeping the drip
pans empty
Smoking in bed on a MODU is

prohibited __________.
Some Pollution Prevention
Regulations (33 CFR), only apply to
"new ships." Under these regulations,
a new ship is a ship __________.
at all times
Choice B
placing floating
booms around the
ship
plugging all
scuppers and
drains
during evening
hours
having undergone for which the
a major conversion building contract
and has been
has been placed
completed before after December
December 31,
31, 1975
1979
Illustration
Choice C
Choice D
regularly emptying thoroughly draining
all drip pans
all bunkering
hoses
placing floating
closing ullage
booms alongside openings between
the ship
soundings
unless another
person is present
having undergone
a major conversion
for which the
contract was
placed between
June 30, 1974 and
December 31,
1975
during drilling
operations
the delivery of
which is on or after
June 10, 1975
Spaces protected by a fixed CO2

for the first 20
system must be equipped with an
seconds CO2 is
alarm which is to sound __________. being released into
the space
Span gas is used aboard liquefied
inert the barrier
natural gas carriers to __________.
spaces
for at least 20
seconds prior to
release of CO2
during the entire

if all doors and
period that CO2 is ventilation are not
being released
secured
calibrate the gas

leak detectors
odorize the cargo
detect leaks in
cargo piping
Special transportation hazards of bulk frost burns to flesh

LPG include __________.
Spontaneous combustion can occur in paint thinner in an
__________.
open can
high toxicity in
small quantities
fuel accumulated
in the bilges
highly noxious
odors
oily rags stored in
an unvented
compartment
smoking in a
battery room or
near a battery
storage locker
dirty swabs and
cleaning gear
wet swabs and
cleaning gear
all of the above
overloaded
electrical circuits
overloaded
electrical circuits
150
gasoline stored in
steel drums
an open flame
near a fuel tank
vent
partially loaded
fuel tanks
partially loaded
fuel tanks
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293033
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293033
293044
294315
293603
293259
293259
297338
296401
Question
Choice A
Stability is determined principally by
keel
the location of two points in a vessel.
These points are the center of
buoyancy and the __________.
aft perpendicular
Stability is determined principally by
the relationship of the center of
gravity and the __________.
Static water pressure on the hull of a bow
ship is greatest at the __________.
Choice B
Choice C
geometric center center of gravity
of the water plane
area
Choice D
center of flotation
center of buoyancy keel
center of flotation
stern
keel
boot topping
Steering a survival craft broadside to

the sea could cause it to
__________.
Stress concentrations may be
reduced at the ends of a crack which
has formed in the steel plating of a
ship by __________.
Subtracting the height of the center of
gravity corrected for longitudinal free
surface effects from the height of the
longitudinal metacenter of a MODU
yields __________.
Subtracting the height of the center of
gravity corrected for transverse free
surface effects from the height of the
transverse metacenter of a MODU
yields __________.
Sufficient portable drive heads for a
crude oil washing system must be
provided in order to avoid one head
being used during the tank washing
procedure more than __________.
run smoother
run faster
sink
Surface burns should first be treated

by __________.
capsize
drilling a round
installing welded
V-grooving and
hole at each end of brackets parallel to welding from both
the crack
the crack
sides of the crack
cutting a square
notch at each end
of the crack
'GM'
'GML'
'KGL'
'KML'
'GM'
'GMT'
'KGT'
'KMT'
2 times
3 times
4 times
5 times
washing the area flooding, bathing,

with a warm soap or immersing the
and water solution area in cool water
151
Illustration
covering the area leaving them

with talcum power exposed to the
atmosphere
and bandaging
tightly
ESEP100114
ABS
295200
VER
2
293157
293159
293160
296708
299469
296700
299470
Question
Survival practice in the MODU
mooring system is to slack off the
tensions on the leeward side and
__________.
Symbol #1, as shown in the
illustration, refers to __________.
Symbol #3, shown in the illustration,
represents __________.
Choice B
Choice C
adjust as evenly as release the
practical the
anchors on the
windward tensions windward side
change of draft
centerline
displacement
amidships
forward
perpendicular
baseline
SF-0022
Symbol #5 shown in the illustration,

represents __________.
displacement
leverage center
centerline
counter flood limits
SF-0022
Symptoms of seasickness include

__________.
Symptoms of seasickness include
__________.
Symptoms of sugar diabetes include
__________.
fever and thirst
stomach cramps
and diarrhea
stomach cramps
and diarrhea
gain in weight
reddening of skin
and hives
reddening of skin
and hives
elevated
temperature
Symptoms of sugar diabetes include

__________.
increased appetite decreased appetite gain in weight

and thirst
and thirst
elevated
temperature
297324
Tank stripping is accomplished more

effectively by using a __________.
a multistage
centrifugal pump
290501
a positive
displacement
pump
allow dissipation of
heat from open
flame
297202
Tank vent flame screens must be

maintained in good condition and
properly fitted in the opening they
protect in order to __________.
Tankers carrying cryogenic cargoes,
such as LNG, are fitted with gas
detector systems alarmed at 30% of
the lower explosive limit. If the gas
detector alarms sounds, this means
__________.
the water
displacement
method
prevent flammable allow the escape of contain flammable
vapors from
flammable vapors vapors within the
entering the tank
tank
the detector
an explosion is
sensor is sampling about to take place
a space where the
cargo vapor
concentration is 30
percent by volume
a flammable vapor
concentration
exists at the
sample point, but it
is too lean to burn
nausea and
dizziness
fever and thirst
nausea and
dizziness
increased appetite decreased appetite
and thirst
and thirst
Choice D
tighten the anchor
buoys on the
leeward side
anchors
angle of inclination displacement
Illustration
Choice A
deballast the unit
to transit draft
the load on top

system
152
the detector is
sampling a space
in which 30
percent of the
atmosphere is
explosive
SF-0022
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297530
VER
1
297119
Question
Choice A
Tankers that are in service carrying
additional time for
"sour crudes" are faced with additional tank cleaning.
problems for their safe operation.
One such problem is called
"polyphoric oxidation" and results in
________.
Choice B
a second scrubber,
known as an
alkaline scrubber,
to be added in
series to the
"normal" scrubber.
Choice C
particles of rust in
the tanks reaching
a high temperature
during "gas free"
operations.
Choice D
a lighter grade of
crude being
needed for tank
washing.
The "flammable limits" of an

atmosphere are the __________.
two temperatures
between which an
atmosphere will
self- ignite
upper and lower

pressures between
which an
atmosphere will
not burn
two temperatures
between which an
atmosphere will
burn if an ignition
source is present
297319
The "oil transfer procedures", required

by the Coast Guard Oil Pollution
must include __________.
any special
procedures
inherent to that
particular vessel
for topping off
tanks
upper and lower

percentage of
vapor
concentrations in
an atmosphere
which will burn if
an ignition source
is present
the location, size,
and barrel capacity
of each tank that is
capable of carrying
oil
295517
The abandon ship signal is

__________.
a continuous
ringing of the
general alarm bells
for at least 10
seconds
A continuous
ringing of the
general alarm, and
sounding of the
ships whistle
more than 6 short a continuous

blasts and 1 long sounding of the
blast of the ships ships whistle
whistle and the
same on the
general alarm bells
295517
The abandon ship signal sounded by

the vessels whistle is __________.
6 short blasts and

1 long blast
more than 6 short

blasts
1 long blast of at
least 10 seconds
293034
5
2
height of the
metacenter
its good stability
and nontoxicity
righting arm
292300
The abbreviation 'GM' is used to

represent the __________.
The advantage of using a dry
chemical fire extinguishing agent is
__________.
more than 6 short

blasts and 1 long
blast
righting moment
its excellent
cooling ability
all of the above
permanent
extinguishment
regardless of the
reignition sources
153
Illustration
the emergency
All of the above
cleanup and
containment
procedures to be
followed in the
event of an oil spill
metacentric height
ESEP100114
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292300
VER
1
294318
294322
294322
294211
294211
294211
290206
291060
291102
297401
Question
The advantage of using a dry
chemical fire extinguishing agent is
__________.
Choice A
permanent
extinguishment
regardless of the
reignition sources
The air cylinder bottles in the survival oxygen
craft should be refilled with
__________.
assist in cold
The air regeneration canister on a
starting the engine
survival craft is designed to
__________.
The air regeneration canister on a
one hour
survival craft should last
approximately __________.
The air spaces in the floor of an
asphyxiation from
inflatable liferaft will provide
CO2
protection against __________.
asphyxiation from
CO2
inflatable liferaft will provide
protection against __________.
asphyxiation from
CO2
inflatable raft will provide protection
against ________.
exposure limits
The airborne concentrations of
substances (such as hydrogen
sulfide) under which nearly all workers
may be repeatedly exposed without
adverse effects are called
__________.
The airflow depicted in figure 1 of the Horizontal.
illustration is an example of which type
of ventilation?
The all-purpose, or combination
only
nozzle is capable by itself of producing
a solid stream of water __________.
The amount of expansion space to be quantity of fuel to
left in a fuel tank when fuel oil is being be received
received, is determined by the
__________.
Choice B
its excellent
cooling ability
Choice C
its good stability
and nontoxicity
Choice D
all of the above
nitrogen
compressed air
nitrogen and
oxygen
fill the accumulator help start the

bottles
engine
remove carbon
dioxide and
provide oxygen
four hours
two hours
three hours
loss of air in the

sides of the raft
rough seas
cold water
temperatures
loss of air in the

sides of the raft
rough seas
cold water
temperatures
loss of air in the

sides of the raft
rough seas
cold water
temperatures
concentration
limits
threshold limit
values
substance limit
values
Vertical.
Parallel.
Combination.
and high velocity

water fog
and low velocity

water fog
and high and low

velocity water fog
flash point of the

fuel as it is
received
fuel temperature
as it is received
viscosity of the fuel

being received
154
Illustration
SF-0013
ESEP100114
ABS
299004
VER
1
291751
294316
293262
297655
Question
The amount of garbage disposed
must be entered into the records
maintained by each ship and stated in
__________.
The amount of Halon remaining in a
fire extinguisher cylinder is determined
by __________.
The AMVER system for vessel in the
Gulf of Mexico is administered by the
__________.
The angle to which a floating MODU,
with a negative initial metacentric
height, lies while at rest in still water is
the angle of __________.
Choice A
cubic meters
The atmosphere of an empty fuel tank

is tested and designated "gas free".
correct concerning this tank?
298620
The concentration
of flammable gas
in the
compartment is
less than 10% of
the lower
flammable limit.
Nearest Coast
Guard office
293152
294320
The authority to grant an alternate

procedure for oil transfer operations
rests with the __________.
The average of the observed drafts is mean draft
known as __________.
The backup system on an electric
hydraulic system
start survival craft is a __________.
291100
291050
293750
The bayonet catch on an all purpose

nozzle is used to latch in place the
__________.
The best extinguishing agent for
fighting a burning mattress fire is the
use of __________.
The best information on the nature
and extent of damage on a MODU is
obtained from __________.
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
barrels, measured weight in either
cubic yards
in 55 gallon drums kilogram or pounds convertible to long
tons
internal inspection checking the

quantity indicating
gauge
U.S. Coast Guard Minerals
Management
Service
trim
yaw
weighing the
cylinder
checking the tag
Department of
Energy
Corps of
Engineers
heel
loll
The tank should be The gas free

frequently retested. status is good as
long as the initial
conditions remain
unchanged.
All of the above.
Officer-in-Charge, Area Commander

Marine Inspection
Captain of the Port
true mean draft
draft at the center

of flotation
hand crank
mean of the
calculated drafts
pneumatic system spare battery
mechanical foam
nozzle
mechanical foam
pick up tube
high velocity fog tip chemical foam

applicator
carbon dioxide
water in a solid
stream
foam
dry chemical
personnel at the
scene of the
damage
person-in-charge
of the affected
spaces
alarms and
the tool pusher
monitoring devices
155
Illustration
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291552
VER
7
291052
Question
Choice A
The best means of combating an oil
a fixed CO2
fire on the water surface near a vessel system
tied to the pier, is to use __________.
Choice B
solid water
streams directly
into the fire
Choice C
dry chemical
around the fire
Choice D
foam directed
against the
vessel's side
The best method of extinguishing a

class A fire is to __________.
smother the fire

with foam
smother the fire

with CO2
cool the substance

below its ignition
temperature
291553
The best way to combat an engine

dry chemical
foam extinguisher
room bilge fire is through the use of a extinguisher and
and low velocity
__________.
solid stream water water fog
foam extinguisher
and solid stream
water
foam and soda

acid extinguishers
292453
The best way to effectively use a dry

chemical type fire extinguisher in
fighting a fire, is to __________.
discharge a stream
horizontally and
allow it to flow
down evenly on all
burning surfaces
play the stream off

adjacent vertical
surfaces until the
area is blanketed
use concentrated
amounts in small
locations and put
the fire out in
sections
290106
The blocking open or absence of fire

dampers can contribute to
__________.
the accumulation faster cooling of

of explosive gases the fire
297507
The blowers of an inert gas

generation system aboard a tanker,
will be automatically secured if
__________.
normal water
the temperature of the cooling water
supply at the water the inert gas being supply to the
seal is lost
delivered to the
scrubbers is lost
cargo tanks is
more than 150F
all of the above
299391
The breaking strength of the service

lines of the rockets used with an
impulse-projected, rocket type line
throwing appliances is __________.
300 lbs
1000 lbs
1500 lbs
294412
The bypass valve on a self-contained the regulator in an a breathing bag

breathing apparatus (SCBA) bypasses emergency
containing
__________.
excessive
pressure
oxygen to the
atmosphere
the regenerator in
an emergency
remove oxygen
from the area
discharge a stream
at the base of the
fire, starting at the
near edge, and
use side-to-side
sweeping motions
500 lbs
156
Illustration
the fire spreading fixed foam

by way of the
systems to be
ventilation system ineffective
ESEP100114
ABS
294202
VER
1
Question
The canopy of your liferaft should
__________.
Choice A
go into place as
the raft is inflated
Choice B
Choice C
be put up after
be put up only in
everyone is aboard severe weather
Illustration
Choice D
be used as a sail if
the wind is blowing
294202
The canopy of your liferaft should

__________.
go into place as
be put up after
be put up only in
everyone is aboard severe weather
be used as a sail if
the wind is blowing
299171
The capacity of any liferaft on board a examining the

vessel can be determined by
Certificate of
__________.
Inspection
291960
291960
291960
293022
294311
The carbon dioxide cylinders of a

fixed fire extinguishing system may be
located inside the protected space if
the quantity of CO2 required to protect
__________.
__________.
__________.
The center of volume of the immersed
portion of the vessel is the
__________.
The centrifugal brake mechanism
incorporated in a lifeboat handling
winch is intended to __________.
290206
The characteristic odor of "rotten

eggs" is normally associated with
which toxic and poisonous gas?
referring to the
Muster List
("Station Bill")
referring to the
Shipping Articles
300 pounds
examining the
plate on the
outside of the
container
400 pounds
500 pounds
600 pounds
100 pounds
300 pounds
600 pounds
900 pounds
50 pounds
75 pounds
100 pounds
300 pounds
center of flotation
metacentric height center of buoyancy center of gravity
automatically stop mechanically stop hold the load

the boat if electric the boat when the suspended during
power fails
hand brake fails
lowering
operations
nitrogen oxide
hydrogen sulfide
hydrogen chloride
157
automatically
control the speed
of lowering by
gravity
sodium chloride
ESEP100114
ABS
290051
VER
7
292609
298609
290801
297508
297501
290550
297115
Question
The chief source of spontaneous
combustion aboard tankers is
__________.
The class of fire on which a blanketing
effect is essential to extinguish the fire
is __________.
The Coast Guard Pollution Prevention
Regulations (33 CFR) require a
meeting before starting any oil
transfer operation. That meeting
must be between the __________.
Choice A
JP4 cargo
Choice B
gasoline cargo
Choice C
kerosene cargo
Choice D
oil soaked rags or
rubbish
class A
class B
class C
class D
master of the
vessel and the
terminal
superintendent
master and chief

engineer of the
vessel and the
terminal supervisor
terminal
supervisor, Master
of the vessel and
the Coast Guard
The Coast Guard requires machinery remote ventilation

spaces and enclosed mud handling shutdowns
spaces to have __________.
remote pump
shutdowns
alternative control
stations
person-in-charge
of the oil transfer
operations on the
vessel and the
person-in-charge
of the oil transfer
operations at the
facility
smoke and/or fire
detection system
shore side loading

The combined fan discharge rate in
an inert gas system is related to the rate
__________.
The component in an inert gas system filter
used for cleaning the gas of solid and
sulphur combustion products, while
simultaneously cooling the inert gas,
is called the __________.
maximum cargo
pump discharge
rate
cooler
boiler forced draft

fan rate
size of the largest

cargo tank
scrubber
purifier
Fixed temperature Rate-of-rise
Combined fixed
temperature and
rate-of-rise
Line type
pneumatic
open switch,
connect ground
cable, close
switch, and
connect cargo
hose
close switch,
connect cargo
hose, open switch,
and connect
ground cable
connect ground
cable, connect
cargo hose, open
switch, and then
close switch
The component shown in the

illustration would be installed in which
of the following types of fire detection
systems?
The correct method for connecting a
grounding or bonding cable is to
__________.
connect ground
cable, open switch,
and connect cargo
hose
158
Illustration
SF-0004
ESEP100114
ABS
291102
VER
2
291151
290407
298015
297656
292606
The device illustrated would be used

to extinguish __________.
291101
The device shown in the illustration

and indicated by the letter "E" holds
the __________.
291453
291250
The device shown in the illustration is suicide nozzle

a __________.
The device shown in the illustration is produce both
used to __________.
straight steam and
fog patterns
293135
293135
Question
The correct name for the device
shown in the illustration, is a/an
__________.
The correct name for the devices
shown in the illustration is a/an
__________.
The date of each fire and boat drill
conducted on a MODU must be
recorded __________.
The deck scuppers should be plugged
__________.
Choice A
suicide nozzle
Choice B
fog applicator
Choice C
Choice D
combination nozzle in-line fog nozzle
low velocity fog

applicator
in-line foam
applicator
high velocity fog

applicator
smooth bore water

nozzle
in the official
logbook
in the Operations
Manual
on the Certificate
of Inspection
on the Muster List

("Station Bill")
only if portable
containment is not
used
dangerous gases
are present
only if fixed
containment drains
are open
the compartment
was not tested due
to the presence of
ballast slops or
bunkers
whenever the
vessel is being
fueled
all of the above
only if fixed
containment is not
used
The designation "Not safe for men the gas or oxygen
Not safe for fire" means __________. concentrations
within a
compartment is not
within permissible
limits
mattress fires
fires in an
small oil fires on
electronics console the engine room
floor plates
low velocity fog
mechanical foam mechanical foam
applicator in the all- nozzle in the allpickup tube in the
purpose nozzle
purpose nozzle
all-purpose nozzle
The difference between the average list

of the forward and aft drafts is
__________.
The difference between the forward
list
and aft drafts of a vessel would be the
_________.
spanner hose pipe fog applicator

provide high
velocity fog
patterns
SF-0026
fires in an ullage
opening
SF-0006
chemical foam
applicator in the allpurpose nozzle
SF-0011
mechanical foam
nozzle
produce
mechanical foam
SF-0020
prevent foreign
matter from
clogging hoses
and nozzles
heel
trim
flotation
heel
trim
flotation
159
Illustration
SF-0011
SF-0010
ESEP100114
ABS
293134
VER
2
293140
293136
291300
293151
293163
293201
298303
292100
Question
The difference between the initial trim
of a vessel and the trim after a new
load condition is known as
__________.
The difference between the starboard
and port drafts caused by a
transverse shift in weight is called
_______.
The difference between the starboard
and port drafts due to wind or seas is
called __________.
The discharge side of every fire pump
must be provided with a __________.
Choice A
angle of list
Choice B
change of trim
Choice C
angle of trim
Choice D
change of draft
list
squat
trim
flotation
list
heel
trim
flotation
gate valve
pressure gage
check valve
strainer
The distance between the bottom of

the hull and the waterline is called
__________.
The document certifying the
correctness of the load line marks on
a MODU is called the __________.
tonnage
reserve buoyancy
draft
freeboard
Certificate of
Inspection
Load Line
Certificate
Certificate of
Documentation
SOLAS Certificate
The effects of free surface on initial

stability depend upon the surface area
dimensions of the free liquids and the
__________.
The emergency shutdown
requirements of Pollution Prevention
Regulations (33 CFR Part 155) apply
to __________.
The empty weight of a '100 pound'
(45.4 kg) cylinder in a fixed CO2
system is 130 pounds (58.9 kg).
What is the minimum acceptable total
weight of the cylinder before
recharging is required?
volume of liquid in volume of

the tank
displacement of
the MODU
location of the tank height of the

in the MODU
center of gravity of
the MODU
condensate pumps air compressors
induced draft fans cargo transfer

systems
200 lbs (90.7 kg)
220 lbs (99.8 kg)
210 lbs (95.2 kg)
160
Illustration
230 lbs (104.3 kg)
ESEP100114
ABS
291953
VER
1
292000
298503
293252
290606
290606
290608
Question
The empty weight of a '100 pound'
cylinder in a fixed CO2 fire
extinguishing system is 130 pounds.
What is the minimum acceptable
weight of the cylinder before
recharging would be required?
Choice A
200 lbs
Choice B
210 lbs
Choice C
220 lbs
Choice D
230 lbs
The empty weight of a B-II CO2 fire

extinguisher is 34 pounds, therefore,
the full charged weight is
__________.
The Exclusive Economic Zone
extends from the baseline of territorial
sea of the United States seaward
___________ .
The existence of liquids in partially full
tanks or compartments of a MODU
causes a virtual rise in the height of
the __________.
The explosive range of a mixture of
flammable vapors and air lies
between the lower and upper
explosive limits. These limits are
specified as a percentage of
__________.
The explosive range of a mixture of
flammable vapors is specified as a
percentage of __________.
The explosive range of benzene is
1.4% to 8% by volume in air. If you
sample an empty tank that had
contained benzene and obtained a
reading of 50% L.E.L. on a
combustible gas indicator, then the
__________.
44 lbs
49 lbs
54 lbs
59 lbs
53 miles
100 miles
200 miles
300 miles
metacenter
center of buoyancy center of flotation
flammable vapor
by volume in air
the lower limit of

explosibilty of the
mixture
flammable vapor
by volume in air
oxygen present to
support
combustion
vapor/air mixture is vapor
too lean to burn
concentration at
the sample point is
0.7%
161
Illustration
center of gravity
oxygen present to the temperature of

support
the flash point
combustion
the temperature of the lower limit of

the flash point
explosibility of the
mixture
vapor/air mixture is all of the above
not within the
flammable range
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Question
Choice A
Choice B
The explosive range of methane is 5% 3 percent methane 20 percent
to 15% by volume in air. This means by volume is too
methane by
a vapor/air mixture of __________.
rich to burn
volume is too lean
to burn
The explosive range of petroleum

vapors when mixed with air is
__________.
The external floatation bladder of an
immersion suit should be inflated
__________.
The external flotation bladder of an
__________.
The external flotation bladder on an
__________.
The external flotation bladder on an
__________.
The external recognition light can be
seen for up to two miles and is shown
as item number__________.
0% to 1% by
volume
The factor contributing to the greatest

effect on the ship's period of roll is the
__________.
The factor contributing to the greatest
effect on the ship's period of roll is the
__________.
The Federal Pollution Prevention
Regulations (33 CFR) that apply to
ships are enforced by the
__________.
1% to 6% by
volume
Choice C
10 percent
methane by
volume is too rich
to burn
Illustration
Choice D
5 percent methane
by volume will give
a reading of 100
percent L.E.L. on a
combustible gas
indicator
6% to 12% by
volume
12% to 20% by
volume
only after two

only after four
before entry into
hours in the water hours in the water the water
upon enter into the

water
only after two

only after four
before entry into
hours in the water hours in the water the water
upon entry into the

water
before you enter

the water
after you enter the after one hour in

water
the water
before you enter

the water
after you enter the after one hour in

water
the water
after you notice

that your suit is
losing buoyancy
after you notice
that your suit is
losing buoyancy
23
Vertical position of vertical weight

KB
distribution
virtual rise in the

center of gravity
moment to trim 1
inch (MT1)
length of KB
vertical weight
distribution
virtual rise in the

center of gravity
moment to trim 1
inch (MT1)
Port Authority
U.S. Coast Guard
Corps of
Engineers
State Pollution
Board
162
SF-0042
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Illustration
Question
Choice A
The fire alarm signal onboard United Certificate of
States flag merchant vessels is a
Inspection
continuous blast of the whistle for a
not less than 10 seconds. Where can
this information be readily found
aboard ship?
Choice B
Muster List
("Station Bill")
Choice C
SOLAS Safety
Construction
Certificate
Choice D
Fire Alarm Zone
Chart
12
The fire alarm signal onboard United Certificate of

States flag merchant vessels is a
Inspection
continuous blast of the whistle for a
not less than 10 seconds. Where can
this information be readily found
aboard ship?
Muster List
("Station Bill")
SOLAS Safety
Construction
Certificate
Fire Alarm Zone

Chart
292352
The fire extinguisher shown in the

illustration is a __________.
cartridge-operated cartridge-operated cartridge-operated foam extinguisher

foam extinguisher dry chemical
CO2 type
extinguisher
extinguisher
SF-0006
292350
SF-0006
292352
light water
foam
dry chemical
Halon 1301
SF-0006
292352
light water
chemical foam
carbon dioxide
dry chemical
SF-0006
291902

illustration requires the use of the
puncture lever indicated by piece
number __________.
illustration should be filled with
__________.
illustration will be charged with
__________.
The fire extinguishing action of CO2
comes mostly from __________.
breaking the fire

chemical chain
reaction
smothering
cooling
isolating the heat

from the fuel
163
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Question
Choice A
The fire extinguishing action of CO2 is a blanket of
derived mostly from __________.
bubbles formed on
the surface of the
fire
The fire extinguishing agent
educting air
dispensed by the unit shown in the
through "D" and
illustration, is produced by
mixing it with water
__________.
in chamber "E"
Choice B
smothering
Choice C
cooling
Choice D
isolating the heat
from the fuel
Illustration
educting chemical
foam through "D"
and mixing it with
water in chamber
"E"
educting
mechanical foam
through "D" and
mixing it with water
and air in chamber
"E"
SF-0020
The fire extinguishing agent used in

the fire extinguisher shown in the
illustration is __________.
The fire extinguishing equipment
shown in the illustration is a large
__________.
The fire fighting device shown in the
illustration would be called a
_________.
The fire hydrant outlet may be
positioned from the horizontal to any
position pointing __________.
The fire main system should be
flushed with fresh water whenever
possible to __________.
The fire protection provided for the
propulsion motor and generator of a
diesel electric drive vessel is usually a
__________.
The firefighting equipment shown in
the illustration is a/an __________.
light water
chemical foam
dry chemical
educting air
through "C",
mechanical foam
through "D", and
mixing them with
water in chamber
"E"
carbon dioxide
CO2 hose reel

system
dry chemical hose light water hose

reel system
reel system
Halon 1301 hose

reel system
SF-0009
mechanical foam
nozzle
chemical foam
nozzle
dual hose
connector
bending fire hose

adaptor
SF-0020
45 upward
vertically upward
90 upward
vertically
downward
help destroy
marine growth
identify loose pipe prevent corrosion

joints
of valve stems
fixed foam
extinguisher
fixed CO2 system
'suicide' nozzle
all-purpose nozzle fog applicator
164
SF-0006
eliminate cracking
of fire hose linings
steam smothering pressurized water

system
sprinkler system
mechanical foam
nozzle
SF-0020
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292751
294204
47
292603
292152
290613
Question
Choice A
The fireman outfits required for
the oxygen and
MODUs are not to be used for any
explosion meter
other purpose except for __________. when it is used for
detection of flare
gases
Choice C
the boots and
gloves that are
made of rubber or
electrically nonconductive
material, if used
when repairing
electrical
equipment
apply cool damp
The FIRST action in the treatment of a move him to a cool confirm and
person suspected of having airway
location
maintain an open dressing to his
neck
burns is to __________.
airway
The FIRST course of action in fighting secure all
discharge an initial direct a fire hose
into the tank and
a fire in a cargo or fuel oil tank is to
openings to the
charge of CO2
energize the fire
__________.
tank
with a hand
main
portable
extinguisher
The first step to manually launch an
use the float-free trip the hydrostatic pull on the
inflatable liferaft is to _______.
method only
release
operating cord to
inflate the raft
fight the fire with
activate the main
The FIRST step to take in fighting an evacuate all
engine room
hand portable
CO2 bank
engine room fire resulting from a
personnel
extinguishers
ruptured fuel oil service line, is to
__________.
Immediately after One half-hour after After the metal
The fixed CO2 fire extinguishing
the fire is
the fire is
system has been activated to
surfaces have
extinguished.
extinguish a large engine room bilge extinguished.
cooled down.
fire. When is the best time to vent
the combustible products from the
engine room?
The flammable limits of Benzene are The meter will
The meter will
The meter will
1.4% to 8% by volume in air. If a
deflect to the 70% deflect to the 50% deflect full scale
combustible gas indicator is used to
explosive position. explosive position. and return to zero.
sample a tank that contains a
Benzene vapor/air mixture of 0.7%
Benzene vapor by volume in air, which
of the listed indications will be
observed on the meter?
Choice B
the self contained
breathing
apparatus, when
used as protection
from gas leaking
from a refrigeration
unit
165
Illustration
Choice D
the lifeline, if used
by personnel
entering a
compartment
which might be
deficient of oxygen
have him drink

cool liquids
spray the tank
boundaries with a
fire hose to
promote cooling
release the gravity
brake
stop the flow of
leaking fuel oil
After any
personnel in
fireman outfits
reenter the engine
room.
The meter will be
unable to detect a
concentration of
0.7% Benzene
vapor in air.
ESEP100114
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290608
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290610
290610
290609
Question
Choice A
The flammable limits of benzene are 0.42%
1.4% to 8% by volume in air. The
instrument shown in the illustration is
used to sample a tank that had
contained benzene and a 90%
reading is obtained. What percentage
of benzene vapor would be indicated
at the sampling point?
Choice B
0.98%
Choice C
1.26%
Choice D
7.20%
Illustration
SF-0002
The flammable limits of benzene are 3.3% by volume

1.4% to 8.0% by volume in air. If a
reading of 50% of the lower explosive
limit is obtained, using the meter
shown in the illustration, the vapor
concentration at the sample point is
__________.
The flammable limits of kerosene are too rich to burn
0.7% to 6.0% by volume in air. The
combustible gas indicator reading is
50% of the lower explosive level. The
flammable vapor concentration at the
sample point is __________.
in the flammable
range
too rich to burn
too lean to burn
SF-0002
0.35%
2.65%
in the flammable
range
The flammable limits of kerosene is

0.7% to 6.0% by volume in air. If a
tank having contained kerosene is
tested with the combustible gas
indicator, shown in the illustration, and
a reading of 50% is obtained, this
means __________.
The flammable limits of methane by
volume is 5% to 15%. If the
combustible gas indicator reading is
50% when sampling a compartment
containing methane, the flammable
vapor concentration at the sample
point is __________.
insufficient oxygen the atmosphere

the sample is
exists in the space contains 50%
below the lower
to support life
kerosene vapor by explosive limit
volume in air
the sample
contains
approximately
3.0% kerosene
vapor by volume
0.5% by volume
50.0% by volume
2.5% by volume
166
7.5% by volume
SF-0002
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ABS
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293203
Question
The four basic components of a fire
are chain reaction, heat, fuel, and
__________.
The four basic components of a fire
are fuel, heat, oxygen and a chain
reaction. Which of the following
statements best describes what must
be eliminated to extinguish a fire?
Choice A
carbon monoxide
Choice B
oxygen
Choice C
carbon dioxide
Choice D
any gaseous
substance
Any one
component can be
eliminated to
extinguish a fire.
Any two
components must
be eliminated to
properly extinguish
a fire.
Any three
components must
be eliminated to
properly extinguish
a fire.
All four
components must
be eliminated to
extinguish any fire.
The free surface corrections depend

upon the surface area of the free
liquids and the __________.
volume of liquid in displacement of

the tank
the MODU
location of the tank height of the

in the MODU
center of gravity of
the MODU
293202
293270
The free surface effects of a partially

filled liquid tank decrease with
increased __________.
The free surface effects of a partially
filled tank in a floating MODU,
increase with the __________.
density of the liquid placement of the

tank above the
keel
surface area of the displacement
fluid in the tank
volume of the
MODU
displacement
size of the surface
volume of the
area in the tank
MODU
draft of the MODU height of the tank
above the keel
293273
The free surface effects of a partially surface area of the displacement

full tank in a floating MODU decrease tank
volume
with the __________.
294312
The function of the lifeboat davit limit

switch is to __________.
control the descent control the ascent

rate of a lifeboat
rate of a lifeboat
cut off power to the

winch when the
lifeboat reaches
the davit bumpers
297501
The function of the scrubber in an

Inert Gas system is to __________.
cool the gases
all of the above
296303
The fundamental treatment for

preventing traumatic shock following
an accident is to __________.
have the victim

exercise to
increase
circulation
draft of the MODU height of the tank

above the keel
cut off power to the

winch when the
lifeboat nears the
final stowed
position
remove solids from remove sulfur
the gases
compounds from
the gases
stay away from
keep the victim
electrical
warm and dry
equipment
while lying down
167
Illustration
apply ice packs

and avoid
excitement
ESEP100114
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292208
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294207
294311
299352
The heading of a vessel is indicated

by what part of the compass?
290100
290100
291100
The heat generated by a fire can be

transferred through a bulkhead or
deck, as a direct result of
__________.
The high velocity fog tip used with the
all-purpose firefighting nozzle should
always be __________.
Question
The galley on your cargo vessel has
an area of 2,900 square feet.
According to 46 CFR Part 95, what
will fulfill the requirements for fire
protection?
The general signs and symptoms of a
patient suffering from shock are
_______.
The greatest danger in cold
temperatures, when at sea in an
inflatable liferaft is __________.
The greatest danger in cold
temperatures, when at sea in an
inflatable liferaft is __________.
The hand brake of a lifeboat winch is
__________.
Choice A
One B-I
extinguisher
Choice B
One B-II
extinguisher
Choice C
One B-II and One
C-II extinguisher
Choice D
One B-III
extinguisher
cold and clammy

skin
rapid and shallow

breathing
increased state of
confusion
all of the above
asphyxiation due
to keeping the
canopy closed
asphyxiation due
to keeping the
canopy closed
manually
disengaged when
hoisting a boat
hypothermia
caused by the cold
temperature
hypothermia
caused by the cold
temperature
applied by
dropping the
counterweighted
lever
Needle
collapsing of the
raft due to the cold
temperature
collapsing of the
raft due to the cold
temperature
controlled by the
centrifugal brake
mechanism
starvation
Lubber's line
automatically
engaged if
lowering speed is
excessive
Gimbals
The heat generated by a compartment conduction

that is on fire can be transferred
through a metal bulkhead or deck.
This process describes heat transfer
by ____________.
radiation
convection
absorption
conduction
radiation
convection
advection
Card
Illustration
starvation
stowed separately attached to the all- coated with heavy painted red to be
in a clip or rack at purpose nozzle by grease to prevent identified as
each fire station
a chain
corrosion
emergency
equipment
168
ESEP100114
ABS
297109
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293026
293050
293051
294103
294103
293034
293039
The important stability parameter 'KG' metacentric height height of the

height of the
height of the
is defined as the __________.
metacenter above center of buoyancy center of gravity
the keel
above the keel
above the keel
293033
294209
The inclining experiment conducted

on a merchant ship is the method for
determining the exact location of the
__________.
The inside light in an inflatable liferaft
is turned on __________.
Question
The highest concentration of a
harmful substance to which a person
may be exposed without danger to
health, is termed the __________.
Choice A
odor threshold
Choice B
threshold limit
value
The horizontal distance between the righting arm

vertical lines of the gravitational and
buoyant forces is called the
__________.
The horizontal fore and aft movement yaw
of a vessel is called __________.
The horizontal port, or starboard
movement of a vessel is called
__________.
The immersion suit requirements for
MODUs apply to units operating in the
Atlantic Ocean __________.
The immersion suit requirements for
OSVs apply to units operating in the
Atlantic Ocean __________.
The important initial stability
parameter 'GM' is the __________.
Choice C
vapor pressure
Choice D
tolerance point
Illustration
metacentric height metacentric radius height of the

center of buoyancy
sway
heave
surge
yaw
sway
surge
heave
above 20 degrees
North and below
20 degrees South
above 20 degrees
North and below
20 degrees South
metacentric height
above 25 degrees
North and below
25 degrees South
above 25 degrees
North and below
25 degrees South
height of the
metacenter above
the keel
above 30 degrees
North and below
30 degrees South
above 30 degrees
North and below
30 degrees South
height of the
center of buoyancy
above the keel
above 32 degrees
North and below
32 degrees South
above 32 degrees
North and below
32 degrees South
height of the
center of gravity
above the keel
ship's
displacement in
seawater
position of the
ship's center of
gravity
automatically as
the liferaft inflates
with a switch near at night because

the boarding
the light has a
handle
photosensitive
switch
169
position of the
ship's center of
buoyancy
position of the
ship's metacenter
by screwing the
bulb in after the
raft is inflated
ESEP100114
ABS
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294305
294305
294305
290623
290621
298550
298030
294203
294203
Question
The inspection of portable fire
extinguishers on a MODU must be
__________.
Choice A
accomplished by
an authorized
servicing
representative
lease operator
The instructions for launching

lifeboats and liferafts on a MODU
must be approved by the
__________.
lease operator
The instructions for launching
lifeboats liferafts on must be approved
by the __________.
The instructions for the launching
lease operator
procedures of controls rescue boats
and life rafts on an OSV must be
approved by the __________.
The instrument shown in the
illustration has not been used for
several weeks. Prior to its use for
testing a compartment, you should
__________.
The instrument shown in the
illustration is used to indicate the
__________.
The International Oil Pollution
Certificate required by MARPOL is
issued to U.S. flag MODUs by the
__________.
The International Oil Pollution
Prevention Certificate on a MODU is
valid for a period of __________.
The jackknife stored on an inflatable
liferaft will always be located
__________.
The jackknife stored on an inflatable
liferaft will always be located
__________.
Choice B
recorded by the
person-in-charge
Choice C
completed every
six months
Choice D
all of the above
Minerals
Management
Service
Coast Guard
person-in-charge
of the unit
Minerals
Management
Service
Minerals
Management
Service
Coast Guard
person-in-charge
of the unit
Coast Guard
person-in-charge
of the unit
adjust the meter

pointer to zero
all of the above
check or renew the purge the meter

batteries
oxygen content of
the atmosphere
International
Maritime
Organization
diesel exhaust
boiler stack gas
concentration of
analysis by volume analysis by weight explosive gases in
a tank
U.S. Coast Guard American Bureau Environmental
of Shipping
Protection Agency
one year from the

date of issue
two years from the three years from

date of issue
the date of issue
in one of the
equipment bags
in a special pocket
near the forward
entrance
in a special pocket
near the forward
entrance
in one of the
equipment bags
170
Illustration
SF-0003
SF-0003
four years from the

date of issue
on a cord hanging in a pocket on the

from the canopy
first aid kit
on a cord hanging in a pocket on the
from the canopy
first aid kit
ESEP100114
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293002
299157
293603
290219
290704
294104
294104
294209
296903
292607
Question
The jettisoning of topside weight from
a MODU serves which of the
purposes listed?
The jettisoning of topside weight from
your ship serves which purpose?
Choice A
It returns the
MODU to an even
keel.
It returns the ship
to an even keel.
Choice B
It reduces free
surface effect.
Choice C
Choice D
It lowers the center It raises the center
of gravity.
of gravity.
It reduces free
surface effect.
It lowers the center It raises the center

of gravity.
of gravity.
The knife edges and gaskets of

watertight doors should be
__________.
The knife on an inflatable liferaft will
always be located __________.
clean and
uncoated
lightly coated with

tallow
coated with
petroleum jelly
in one of the
equipment bags
in a special pocket on a cord hanging in a pocket on the

on the exterior of from the canopy
first aid kit
the canopy
The lengthening of a crack formed in

the shell plating of a ship may be
prevented by __________.
The lethal concentration of hydrogen
sulfide that will result in death with
short-term exposure is a minimum of
__________.
The lifeline which is part of a fireman's
outfit must be __________.
welding brackets
across both ends
of the crack
100 ppm
chipping out and

slot welding the
entire crack
200 ppm
made of steel or
bronze wire rope
corrosion resistant not less than 50

feet in length
The light on a personal flotation

device on a MODU must be replaced
__________.
The light on a personal flotation
device on a OSV must be replaced
__________.
The lights on the outside of the
canopy of an inflatable liferaft operate
__________.
The litter on a MODU must be
capable of __________.
when the power

each year after
source is replaced installation
every six months
when it is no
longer serviceable
when the power

each year after
source is replaced installation
every six months
as indicated by the
expiration date
by turning the
globe clockwise
by a switch at each by a light sensor

light
automatically when
carrying at least
two injured
persons
The longer an oil fire is permitted to

burn, the __________.
harder it is to
extinguish
floating for at least being used on the all of the above

two hours
types of
helicopters serving
the unit
easier it is to
less chance there easier it is to
extinguish
is of reignition
control
171
drilling a hole at
each end of the
crack
400 ppm
Illustration
painted to prevent
weathering
cutting a square
notch at each end
of the crack
700 ppm
All of the above
ESEP100114
ABS
291151
VER
1
297703
215710
299352
Question
The low velocity fog applicator used in
conjunction with the all-purpose
firefighting nozzle, should always be
__________.
The lowest temperature at which a
liquid, listed on a Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS), gives off enough
vapor to ignite in the presence of an
ignition source is called its
__________.
The lowest temperature at which the
vapor formed from a liquid ignites in
the presence of an ignition source and
continues to burn steadily is called the
________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
stored in the rack attached to the
coated with heavy left in place in the
when not in actual nozzle by the chain grease to prevent all-purpose nozzle
use
corrosion
The lubber's line of a magnetic

compass __________.
always shows true indicates the

north
vessel's heading
299352
The lubber's line of a magnetic

compass indicates __________.
compass north
292452
The MAIN objection to the use of a dry extinguishing

powder conducts
chemical fire extinguisher on an
action is not as
electricity back to
electrical fire is that the __________. good as with soda the fire fighter
acid
290408
The master or person in charge of a

on the Certificate
MODU must record the date of each of Inspection
test of emergency lighting systems,
power systems, the condition of each
and the performance of the equipment
__________.
boiling point
flash point
viscosity point
toxic point
flash point
fire point
upper explosive
limit
lower explosive
limit
is always parallel
to the vessel's
transom
the direction of the magnetic north
vessel's head
is located on the
compass card
a relative bearing
taken with an
azimuth circle
dry chemical
extinguisher will
leaves a powder
need to be
residue which may recharged
render electrical
equipment
inoperative
on the Muster List in the Operations

("Station Bill")
Manual
172
Illustration
in the official log
ESEP100114
ABS
293763
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294308
294308
292613
290206
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293169
290105
Question
The master or person-in-charge of a
MODU is required to submit a
casualty report of an intentional
grounding when __________.
MODU is required to submit a
casualty report of an international
grounding under what condition?
MODU shall insure that each deck
from which lifeboats are launched is
__________.
The master or person-in-charge of an
OSV shall insure that each deck from
which rescue boats are launched is
__________.
The material or substance involved in
a class "B" fire can be burning
__________.
The maximum concentration of
hydrogen sulfide to which workers
may be regularly exposed without
adverse effects is __________.
The maximum draft to which a mobile
offshore drilling unit may be safely
loaded is called __________.
Choice A
Choice B
it creates a hazard it will last longer
to the vessel
than 24 hours
Choice C
it will last longer
than 48 hours
At the owner's
discretion
If it creates a
hazard to
navigation
If the grounding
Under any
lasts over 48 hours condition
surfaced with a
nonskid texture
diesel oil
roped off to
prevent
unnecessary
access
roped off to
prevent
unnecessary
access
magnesium
kept clear of any

obstructions that
would interfere
with launching
kept clear of any
obstructions that
would interfere
with launching
dunnage
10 ppm
20 ppm
40 ppm
80 ppm
mean draft
calculated draft
deep draft
load line draft
The maximum draft to which a MODU

can legally be submerged is indicated
by the __________.
The midships house of your ship is
constructed with an interior stair tower
from the main deck to the bridge.
According to 46 CFR Part 92.07,
under which of the circumstances
listed may the doors from each deck
to the stair tower be kept open when
underway?
Load Line mark
Certificate of
Inspection
Muster List
("Station Bill")
Tonnage mark
They are to be
kept closed at all
times.
They may be kept

open if the
ventilation or air
conditioning
system is shut
down.
They may be kept

open if they can be
automatically
closed from the
bridge.
They can be kept

open if the Muster
List ("Station Bill")
has personnel
designated to
close them in case
of fire.
surfaced with a
nonskid texture
173
Choice D
it occurs in
international
waters
Illustration
posted with a list of

persons assigned
to the lifeboat
posted with a list of
persons assigned
to the lifeboat
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292540
296704
291003
291003
298201
297403
Question
Choice A
The minimum bursting pressure for
300 psi
each cargo hose assembly must be
at least __________.
two bolts
The minimum number of bolts
necessary for a standard ANSI oil
transfer hose temporary flange
coupling (eight bolt hole flange) is
__________.
The minimum number of portable C-II 1
fire extinguishers required on the drill
floor of a MODU is __________.
Choice B
400 psi
Choice C
500 psi
Choice D
600 psi
four bolts
six bolts
eight bolts
The most beneficial assistance for a give the victim

completely restrain
person having an epileptic convulsion artificial respiration the victim
is to __________.
The most common and widely used
carbon dioxide
flue gas
cooling agent used for fighting fires on
merchant vessels is _______.
give the victim one keep him from

30mg tablet of
injuring himself
phenobarbital
water
steam smothering
The most common cooling agent used carbon dioxide

for fighting fires on tank vessels is
__________.
The most common type of
straw
containment device for spilled oil on
the water is the use of __________.
flue gas
water
steam smothering
booms
skimmers
chemical
dispersants
The most critical part of the bunkering hose joints are

operations, which can result in an oil made up
spill, is when the __________.
tanks are being

topped off
system is being
lined up
pumping operation
is first started
297403
The most critical time for preventing

an accidental oil spill during
bunkering, is when the __________.
tanks are being

topped off
fuel begins to
come aboard
hoses are being

blown down
hoses are being

disconnected
296405
The most effective first aid treatment

for chemical burns is to immediately
__________.
apply ointment to
burned area
flood the affected

area with water
wrap the burn with apply an ice pack

sterile dressing
to the burned area
174
Illustration
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291052
299475
296603
299475
Question
The most effective means for
combating an oil fire on the water
surrounding a vessel is to use
__________.
The most effective method in the use
of a CO2 fire extinguisher is for the
discharge to be directed at the
__________.
The most effective method of
extinguishing a class "A" fire is by
__________.
The most effective treatment for
warming a crew member suffering
from hypothermia is __________.
Choice A
high velocity fog
over the fire
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
solid streams of
dry chemicals over foam directed
water directed at
the fire
against the side of
the edge of the fire
the vessel
middle of a fire
top and sides of a

fire
base or nearest
edge of a fire
highest flames of a
fire
using a sodium
based dry
chemical
running or jumping raising body
to increase
temperature
circulation
rapidly by placing
hands and feet in
hot water
The most effective warming treatment running or jumping lying in the sun
for a crew member suffering from
to create heat
hypothermia is __________.
blanketing and
smothering
using
nonconducting
extinguishers
laying prone under
heat lamps to
rewarm rapidly
The most effective warming treatment running or jumping lying in the sun
for a crew member suffering from
to create heat
hypothermia is __________.
a warm water bath laying prone under

heat lamps to
rewarm rapidly
292010
The most effective way of applying

carbon dioxide from a portable
extinguisher to a fire is by
__________.
forming a cloud
cover over the
flames
discharging the
carbon dioxide to
the top of the
flame
directing the
carbon dioxide at
the base of the
flame in a slow
sweeping motion
bouncing the
discharge off an
adjacent bulkhead
just above the
burning surface
296006
the administration
of oxygen
the treatment for

traumatic shock
to have the proper

equipment for the
process
to have the proper
equipment for the
process
the speed of
treatment
296006
The most essential element in the

administration of CPR is
__________.
The most essential element in the
administration of CPR is
__________.
the speed of
treatment
the administration
of oxygen
the treatment for

traumatic shock
quenching and
cooling
175
bundling the body

in blankets to
rewarm gradually
Illustration
a warm water bath mouth-to-mouth

resuscitation
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298014
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1
Question
Choice A
The most frequent incidents of tanker due to collisions
pollution occurring during tanker
operations is __________.
Choice B
Choice C
routine discharge loading and
of oil during
discharging
ballasting and tank
crude oil washing
Choice D
due solely to
groundings
298014
The most frequent incidents of tanker due to collisions

pollution occurring during tanker
operations is __________.
routine discharge loading and

of oil during
discharging
ballasting and tank
crude oil washing
due solely to
groundings
292657
flame resistant
easily removable
wet
296020
treating for shock
administering of
oxygen
starting the
treatment quickly
296020
treating for shock
administering of
oxygen
starting the
treatment quickly
292657
294207
294207
294204
44
The most important characteristic of a nonconducting

fire extinguishing agent to be used on
electrical fires is for the agent to be
__________.
The MOST important element in
having the proper
administering CPR is __________.
equipment for the
process
The MOST important element in
having the proper
administering CPR is __________.
equipment for the
process
cooling capacity
The most important property of any
extinguishing agent used in fighting
class "C" fires is the agent's
__________.
The most important reason for taking assist in sleeping
anti-seasickness pills as soon as
possible after entering a liferaft is to
__________.
The most important reason for taking assist in sleeping
anti-seasickness pills as soon as
possible after entering a liferaft is to
__________.
open the CO2
The most important thing to
inflation valve
remember when launching an
inflatable liferaft by hand is to
__________.
ability to suppress nonconducting

rekindling
property
lack of fumes
reduce appetite by prevent loss of

decreasing nausea body moisture by
vomiting
prevent impaired
judgment due to
motion-induced
deliriousness
prevent impaired
judgment due to
motion-induced
deliriousness
inflate the raft on
the vessel, then
lower it over the
side
reduce appetite by prevent loss of

decreasing nausea body moisture by
vomiting
open the raft
container
176
ensure that the

operating cord is
secured to the
vessel
Illustration
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294204
VER
12
290001
290051
291052
295008
295000
13
295000
296009
296009
294304
Question
The most important thing to
remember when launching an
inflatable liferaft by hand is to
__________.
The most likely location for a liquid
cargo fire to occur on a tanker would
be __________.
The most likely place for a fire to start
through the process of spontaneous
combustion is in __________.
Choice A
open the CO2
inflation valve
Choice B
open the raft
container
in the midships
house
at the main deck

manifold
an electrical
switchboard
the pressure tanks the fuel oil tanks
the oily rag bin
The most practical method of

extinguishing a class "A" fire, involving
burning dunnage, is to use
__________.
The Muster List ("Station Bill") of a
MODU must be signed by the
__________.
The Muster List ("Station Bill") shows
each crew lifeboat station, their duties
during abandonment, basic
instructions, and __________.
chemical foam
a hand portable
Purple K powder
CO2 extinguishers and light water
water
person-in-charge
Coast Guard
marine inspection
officer
instructions for
lowering the
survival capsule
company safety
director
entire crew
The Muster List ("Station Bill") shows all emergency

each crew lifeboat station, their duties signals
during abandonment, basic
instructions, and __________.
instructions for
lowering the
survival capsule
the time each

work schedule
weekly drill will be
held
vomiting
The necessity for administering
artificial respiration may be
recognized by the victim's
__________.
The necessity for administering
vomiting
artificial respiration may be
recognized by the victim's
__________.
The No. 1 lifeboat on a ship would be on the port side
found __________.
blue color and lack irregular breathing unconscious

of breathing
condition
all emergency
signals
Choice C
ensure that the
operating cord is
secured to the
vessel
at the vent header
Choice D
inflate the raft on
the vessel, then
lower it over the
side
in the pump room
Illustration
the time each

work schedule
weekly drill will be
held
blue color and lack irregular breathing unconscious

of breathing
condition
on the starboard
side
177
aft of the forward aft of the forward

lifeboat on the port lifeboat on the
side
starboard side
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294304
The No. 2 lifeboat on a vessel would

be found __________.
aft of No. 1 lifeboat aft of No. 1 lifeboat on the port side

port side
starboard side
on the starboard
side
294304
The No. 3 lifeboat would be

__________.
299205
one 50 meter line
one first aid kit
all of the above
299205
compass
one 50 foot line
one can opener
all of the above
293757
eliminate all water

entering through
the hole
force the warped,
bulged, or
deformed sections
back into place
only plug holes in

machinery or other
vital spaces
support and hold
the area in the
damaged position
reduce the entry of

water as much as
possible
withstand
subsequent
additional damage
plug the largest

holes first
293762
The normal equipment of every

rescue boat shall include
__________.
The normal equipment of every
rescue boat shall include one
__________.
The object of plugging holes below the
waterline on a MODU should be to
__________.
The objective of shoring the damaged
area of a MODU is to __________.
next to boat No. 2

on the starboard
side
buoyant oars
294319
when there is no
load on the cable
when there is a
load on the cable
only when the

doors are closed
when the engine is

started
298719
The 'off-load' release system on a

survival craft is designed to be
activated __________.
The Oil Record Book for all U.S. ships
________.
is the property of
the U.S.
government
is to be kept in the
personal
possession of the
Master
should not be used

to record the
accidental
discharge of oily or
oily mixtures
is required to have
entries recorded
within 48 hours of
completion of the
particular operation
298709
The Oil Record Book must be

maintained onboard the vessel for
__________.
not less than 3

years and be
readily available
for inspection
6 months and then an annual

inspection
submitted to the
nearest Marine
Safety Office for
review
Question
Choice A
The No. 2 lifeboat on a US flag vessel on the port side
would normally be found __________. forward
Choice B
on the starboard
side forward
Illustration
Choice C
Choice D
aft of No. 1 lifeboat aft of No. 1 lifeboat
port side
starboard side
aft of boat No. 1 on aft of boat No. 1 on aft of boat No. 2 on

the port side
the starboard side the port side
178
make a watertight
seal at the
damaged area
the duration of the

ship's active
employment
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298615
VER
2
Question
The oil transfer procedures aboard a
tanker transferring oil are NOT
required to contain __________.
Choice A
Choice B
the name of the
a line diagram of
person designated the vessel's oil
as the person in
transfer piping
charge of transfer
Illustration
Choice C
Choice D
special procedures a description of the
for topping off
deck discharge
tanks
containment
system
298019
a line diagram of
the vessel's oil
transfer piping
procedures for
fighting oil fires
procedures for
cleaning up oil
spills
All of the above
297657
battery fed
self-contained
approved
explosion proof
All of the above
294204
The oil transfer procedures required

onboard vessels with a capacity of
250 or more barrels (39.7 cubic
meters or more) of oil must contain
__________.
The only portable electrical lamp
permitted in a compartment which is
not gas free is a lamp that is
__________.
The operating cord of the inflatable
liferaft has a length of __________.
6 fathoms
50 feet
100 feet
300 feet
294204
The operating cord on an inflatable

liferaft also serves as a __________.
lifeline
painter
drogue
marker
293753
294113
298717
290600
299406
The order of importance in addressing control flooding,

restore vital
damage control on a MODU is
control fire, repair services, control
__________.
structural damage fire, control
flooding
Barge Engineer
The order to abandon a MODU should Offshore
only be given by the __________.
Installation
Manager
Chief Mate
Chief Engineer
The overall responsibility in
maintaining the Oil Record Book is
given to ________.
The oxygen indicator is an instrument the amount of
amount of
that measures the __________.
oxygen in the
combustible gas
atmosphere of a
as a percentage of
confined space
the lower explosive
limit in a confined
space
36 feet
50 feet
The painter of an inflatable liferaft
must have a minimum length of
__________.
179
control fire, restore control fire, control

vital services,
flooding, repair
control flooding
structural damage
Ballast Control
Operator
Rig Safety
Supervisor
Master
Cargo Engineer
concentration of
CO2 as a
percentage of
oxygen in a
confined space
None of the above
100 feet
300 feet
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291801
290409
294302
294307
294307
297708
Question
Choice A
5 meters (16 feet)
The painter on a rigid liferaft must
have a length sufficient to reach the
highest waterline plus an additional
__________.
The passive safety device installed on safety valve
each Halon fire extinguishing cylinder,
to prevent its over pressurization is
called a __________.
Illustration
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
10 meters (31 feet) 15 meters (50 feet) 20 meters (66 feet)
relief valve
rupture disc
control head
The person on a MODU who is

master, or personresponsible for maintaining the
in-charge
engineering spaces in a clean and
sanitary condition is the __________.
chief engineer, or
engineer-in-charge
if no chief engineer
is required
three months
The person-in-charge of a MODU
shall insure that the fuel tank of each
motor-propelled lifeboat is emptied,
and the fuel is changed at least once
every __________.
The person-in-charge shall insure that month
each lifeboat on a MODU is lowered
to the water, launched, and operated
six months
senior mechanic,
or mechanic on
duty if no senior
mechanic
designated
twelve months
senior electrician,
or electrician on
duty if no senior
electrician
designated
twenty-four months
two months
three months
six months
The person-in-charge shall insure that month

each rescue boat on a OSV is lowered
to the water, launched, and operated
two months
three months
six months
The physical data term on a Material solubility

Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) describing
whether a liquid is lighter or heavier
than water is __________.
specific gravity
viscosity
flotation point
180
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291152
291453
Question
The physical data term on a Material
Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) that
indicates if the vapor formed by a
material is lighter or heavier than air
is called __________.
Illustration
Choice B
vapor gravity
Choice C
vapor level
Choice D
vapor density
The physical difference of the water

a difference in
spray patterns developed by the high water pressure
velocity fog tip and low velocity fog
applicator is due to __________.
the method of
breaking up the
water stream
the type of fire

being fought
the capacity of the

fire pump
The piece of equipment shown in the

illustration is used in conjunction with
a fire hose to produce which of the
listed fire extinguishing agents?
Chemical foam
Low velocity fog
Mechanical foam
High velocity fog
SF-0020
291453
high velocity fog
mechanical foam
low velocity fog
light water
SF-0020
298027
waste oil into the

slop tank
lube oil purifiers

into the bilge
fuel oil heaters into lube oil strainers

buckets
into drip pans
298027
298602
298208
The piece of equipment shown in the

illustration is used with a fire hose to
produce __________.
The Pollution Prevention Regulations
(33 CFR) prohibit draining
__________.
(33 CFR) prohibits draining
__________.
(33 CFR) require that no person may
__________.
(33 CFR) require that all oil spills in
United States waters be reported
immediately to the __________.
Choice A
vapor pressure
fuel oil burners into oil transfer hoses

buckets
into buckets
fuel oil strainers

into the ship's
bilges
bonding cables are flange couplings
scuppers and
installed on all
are properly bolted drains are
tanks
unplugged
an oil containment
boom is ready for
immediate use
local port authority Corps of

Engineers
state pollution
board
181
U.S. Coast Guard
lube oil strainers

into fixed drip pans
ESEP100114
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298302
VER
2
298300
298106
Question
(33 CFR) requires an emergency
means of stopping the flow of oil
during oil transfer operations. That
emergency means may be a/an
__________.
(33 CFR) requires an emergency
means of stopping the flow of oil
during oil transfer operations. The
emergency means must be operable
from the __________.
Choice A
Choice B
manually-operated self-closing
quick-closing valve automatic
disconnect fitting
Choice C
emergency pump
control on the
cargo deck
Illustration
Choice D
automatic pressuresensitive oil flow
regulator
usual operating
station of the
person-in-charge
bridge
engine room
emergency
operating station of
the person-incharge

(33 CFR) requires that no person may
__________.
all necessary
components of the
transfer system
are lined up before
the transfer begins
all unnecessary
parts of the
transfer system
are open and
drained
the transfer system

is connected to a
flexible overflow
fuel hose
the transfer system

is connected to an
automatic back
pressure shutoff
nozzle
298607
The Pollution Prevention Regulations machinery log

(33 CFR) state that a person may not
transfer oil or hazardous materials to
or from a vessel unless each personin-charge has signed the __________.
oil record book
valve inspection
record
Declaration of
Inspection
298028
The Pollution Prevention Regulations local port authority

(33 CFR) state that a ship's oily bilge gives permission
slops may be pumped in port only if
the __________.
local port authority discharge is led to engineer on watch

has completed the a reception facility has signed the
required pollution
declaration of
inspection
inspection
292400
The powder in a dry chemical fire

extinguisher __________.
is always ready for may cake up and

use and requires fail to discharge
no attention
properly if not
occasionally
agitated
182
deteriorates to an puts out the fire

unusable condition with its cooling
within three years action
ESEP100114
ABS
291630
VER
1
296105
294414
296709
299471
292752
297516
290556
Question
Choice A
The preferred fire extinguishing agent CO2
used in fighting a helicopter crash fire
on a MODU is __________.
Choice B
dry chemical
Choice C
water
Choice D
foam
The preferred method of controlling

external bleeding is by __________.
applying direct
pressure on the
wound
The pressure gages on the air cylinder 20 PSI
and the regulator should be checked
and compared before putting on a
positive pressure type self-contained
breathing apparatus. Which of the
following is the maximum acceptable
differential readings permitted to exist
between the two gages?
elevating the
wounded area
applying pressure
on a pressure
point
1000 PSI
applying a
tourniquet above
the wound
2000 PSI
The primary concern in aiding a back

injury patient is __________.
relieving the
patient's pain by
giving aspirin or
stronger
medication
The primary concern in aiding a back relieving the
injury patient is __________.
patient's pain by
giving aspirin or
stronger
medication
The primary danger in helicopter fires burning jet fuel
occurring on a MODU is
running into the
__________.
quarters or other
areas
The primary function of a "flue gas
produce 100%
type" inert gas system is to
oxygen free gas
_________.
avoiding possible
injury to the spinal
cord by incorrect
handling
The primary function of an automatic

sprinkler system is to __________.
limit the spread of

the fire and control
the amount of heat
produced
200 PSI
instantaneously
extinguish the fire
which triggered it
preventing
convulsions and
muscle spasms
caused by the
injury
avoiding possible preventing
injury to the spinal convulsions and
cord by incorrect
muscle spasms
handling
caused by pain
providing enough
fluids to prevent
dehydration
loss of the mooring rotating and flying

system
debris
heat damage to
helicopter structure
supply conditioned generate a high

gas with reduced oxygen content
oxygen content
gas
produce a gas of
100% pure
nitrogen
183
Illustration
providing enough
fluids to prevent
dehydration
protect people in
alert the crew to
the areas which
the fire
have had sprinkler
heads installed
ESEP100114
ABS
293201
VER
2
291800
293758
290050
299452
296306
294315
292350
293033
297500
Question
The principal effect of liquid free
surface is dependent upon the volume
of displacement of the vessel and the
__________.
The principle personnel hazard unique
to Halon fire extinguishers is that
_________.
Choice A
height of liquid in
the tank
Choice B
Choice C
amount of liquid in dimensions of the
the tank
liquid surface
Choice D
weight of liquid in
the tank
Halon is lighter
than air
it will produce skin it produces toxic

irritation
vapor byproducts
when exposed
directly to flame
it will produce eye

irritation
immediately after
discharge from
cylinder
shoring
bracing
The procedure of strengthening
damaged structures on a MODU by
using wood or steel is called
__________.
The process that occurs when heat is chemical ignition
generated by a chemical reaction
within a substance and continues to a
point of ignition is known as
__________.
The proper stimulant for an
tea
unconscious person is __________.
battening
blocking
spontaneous
combustion
chemical
combustion
coffee
whiskey and water Ammonia inhalant
The proper stimulant for an

unconscious person is a/an
__________.
The purpose for the bag or box on top
of some survival craft is to
__________.
The purpose of piece #3 on the fire
extinguisher shown in the illustration,
is to __________.
The purpose of the a vessels
"inclining experiment" is to
__________.
vigorous shaking
sequence of back
blows
pericardial thump
ammonia inhalant
right it in case of
capsize
increase area for

radar detection
steady the craft in

heavy seas
carry the
extinguisher
initiate the
pressurization of
the extinguisher
determine the
position of the
lightship center of
gravity
flue gas escaping
to atmosphere
act as a sail in
case of a power
loss
indicate the state
of charge of the
extinguisher
verify the
hydrostatic data
The purpose of the deck seal in an

inert gas system is to prevent
__________.
determine the
location of the
metacenter
flow reversal of
tank vapors into
the machinery
space
184
Illustration
radiation ignition
hang the
extinguisher on a
bulkhead
verify data in the
vessel's operating
manual
SF-0006
inert gas escaping air entering inert

to atmosphere
gas system
ESEP100114
ABS
294201
VER
1
Question
The purpose of the four water
pockets, located on the underside at
each corner of the raft, is to
__________.
Choice A
stow rainwater;
these four spaces
will not take up
valuable space
293254
294313
The purpose of the inclining

experiment on a MODU is to
determine __________.
The purpose of the wire stretched
between the lifeboat davit heads is to
__________.
lightweight and
lightweight center
of gravity location
keep the
movement of the
davits at the same
speed
293023
297106
The quality of initial stability is

indicated by __________.
The rate of expansion of heated fuel
oil is __________.
297106
290615
290617
The rate of expansion of heated fuel

oil varies with the __________.
The reading of a combustible gas
indicator indicates the percentage of
the __________.
Choice C
Choice D
hold the freshwater none of the above
required by
regulation to be
provided in the raft
when packed
the position of the
metacenter
support the
manropes
GM
KM
Deck load
approximately 1%
for each 25F
(13.9C)
temperature rise
conductivity
calculated in
British Thermal
Units
measured by
weight
Maximum allowed
KG
also called
absolute viscosity
viscosity
volume
specific gravity
upper explosive
limit of a
flammable gas
concentration
concentration by
weight of
nonflammable gas
in a compartment
The length and

diameter of the
sampling tube are
designed to
prevent a
flashback.
Flame arresters
are placed at the
inlet and outlet of
the combustion
chamber.
concentration of
lower explosive
flammable gas in a limit of a
compartment
flammable gas
concentration
A series of baffles
within the
instrument
prevents a
flashback.
185
Illustration
the maximum load

line
keep the davits

prevent vibration
from slipping when during lowering of
they are in the
the boat
stowed position
The reading on the combustible gas

The test burn
indicator, shown in the illustration, is occurs outside the
obtained by burning the vapor sample tested space.
within the instrument. How is the
flame prevented from igniting the
vapor within the space being tested?
Choice B
act as stabilizers
by filling with sea
water as soon as
raft is inflated and
in an upright
position
the position of the
center of buoyancy
SF-0003
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298714
291550
The rekindling of a fire can occur

Low velocity fog
when a fire, extinguished by
smothering, is resupplied with oxygen.
Which of the fire extinguishing agents
listed, when properly used on an oil
fire, will prevent rekindling?
291302
294312
The relief valve for a fire pump should

be set at 25 psi above the pressure
necessary to maintain the required fire
hose streams, or at a minimum
pressure of ______, whichever is
greater.
The required periodic inspection of
MODU lifeboat winch control
apparatus must include __________.
298715
The requirement to carry an Oil

Record Book does not apply to a
MODU that __________.
is not equipped to
discharge
overboard any oil
or oily mixture
299202
The rescue boat on an OSV is not

required to carry a _____________ .
fishing kit
Question
The recommended equipment for a
pump room rescue aboard a tank
vessel is a lifeline, harness, and
breathing apparatus. The regulations
state that each approved lifeline must
__________.
The regulations regarding Oil Record
Books do not apply to MODUs that
__________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
be a new nylon line be a minimum of a not be less than 50 not be more than
two inch line
feet in length
100 feet in length
are on an
international
voyage
are on a voyage of have a valid

more than 24
International Oil
hours
Pollution
Prevention
Certificate
High velocity fog
Chemical foam
have a valid
National Pollutant
Discharge
Elimination System
permit
Dry chemical
50 psi
75 psi
125 psi
150 psi
removal of
electrical
enclosure covers
removal of drain
plugs from
electrical
enclosures
is on an
international
voyage to a
country that is
party to MARPOL
replacement of
limit switches
disconnecting
emergency
switches
has an
International Oil
Pollution
Prevention
Certificate
has an oily water

separator of
sufficient capacity
for the oil wastes
generated
searchlight
sea anchor
radar reflector
186
Illustration
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296017
296017
296001
296001
293021
293021
294416
297321
Question
Choice A
The rescue boat on an OSV shall
one knot
carry a tow line strong enough to tow
the vessel's largest loaded liferaft at a
speed of at least __________.
Choice B
two knots
Choice C
five knots
The rescuer can best provide an

airtight seal during mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation by pinching the victim's
nostrils and __________.
resuscitation by pinching the victim's
ventilation by pinching the victim's
ventilation by pinching the victim's
The reserve buoyancy of a ship
consists of __________.
cupping a hand
around the
patient's mouth
keeping the head

elevated
applying his mouth holding the jaw

tightly over the
down firmly
victim's mouth
cupping a hand
around the
patient's mouth
keeping the head

elevated

tightly over the
down firmly
victim's mouth
cupping a hand
around the
patient's mouth
keeping the head

elevated

tightly over the
down firmly
victim's mouth
cupping a hand
around the
patient's mouth
keeping the head

elevated

tightly over the
down firmly
victim's mouth
the void portion of

the ship below the
waterline which is
enclosed and
watertight
all cofferdams,
double bottoms,
and wing tanks
that are slack
the part of the

enclosed and
watertight portion
of a vessel above
the waterline
The reserve buoyancy of a vessel

varies directly with changes in the
vessel's __________.
The safe and efficient use of the face
piece of a self-contained breathing
apparatus is directly influenced by
__________.
The safe rate of bunkering heavy fuel
oil is directly related to the
__________.
free surface
freeboard
rolling period
the donning of the the stowing of the

face piece
face piece
type of fuel
transfer pump
aboard
Illustration
the percentage of
the volume of a
compartment
which can be
occupied by water
if flooded
none of the above
the maintenance of all of the above

the face piece
temperature of the size of the fuel

fuel oil being
storage tanks
received
ashore
187
Choice D
ten knots
distance from the

fuel oil storage
tanks ashore
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294328
294204
24
294204
37
The sea painter of an inflatable liferaft free running on

should be __________.
deck
294328
The sea painter on a rescue boat

should be led __________.
298707
The sections of an Oil Record Book

preceding the log pages contain a
__________.
295004
The signal for a fire emergency on an a 30 second on 30 the continuous

OSV is __________.
second off
blast of the ships
alternating signal whistle for not less
than 10 seconds
supplemented by
the continuous
ringing of the
general alarm bells
for not less than 10
seconds
Question
The sea anchor shown as item
number 18 will NOT __________.
Choice A
Choice B
check the liferaft's keep the liferaft
way
end on to the sea
The sea painter of a lifeboat should be forward and

led __________.
outside of all
obstructions
The sea painter of an inflatable liferaft free running on
should be __________.
deck
forward and
outside of all
obstructions
damage control
plan for isolating
firemain valves
Choice C
reduce the
possibility of
broaching or
capsizing
forward and inside up and down from
of all obstructions the main deck
to the foremost
point on the ship
faked out next to

the case
secured to a
permanent object
on deck via a weak
link
faked out next to
secured to a
the case
permanent object
on deck via a weak
link
forward and inside up and down from
of all obstructions the main deck
stowed near the

raft
list of machinery
space operation
items
complete
classification of
hazardous
materials
detailed listing of
all organizations to
call in the event of
an accidental oil
spill
an intermittent
ringing of the
general alarm for
not less than ten
seconds
announced over
the PA system
188
Choice D
right the raft if it
inflates inverted
Illustration
SF-0042
stowed near the

raft
to the foremost
point on the vessel
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295009
Question
The signal for abandon ship is
__________.
Choice A
three short blasts
on the whistle or
three rings on the
general alarm
Choice B
more than six short
blasts and one
long blast on the
whistle and the
same signal on the
general alarm
Choice C
rapid ringing of the
ship's bell and
general alarm for
at least 10
seconds
Illustration
Choice D
four long blasts on
the whistle and the
same on the
general alarm
The signal for fire alarm on a MODU

must be indicated __________.
at each alarm bell
at each alarm
actuator
near all exits
on the Muster List

("Station Bill")
295002
two long blasts
three short blasts
one long blast
295002
The signal for lowering the ship's

one short blast
lifeboats is sounded on the ship's
whistle as __________.
The signal given to commence
3 short blasts of
lowering the lifeboats is __________. the ship's whistle
295004
The signal to man emergency stations a 30 second on on MODUs is __________.

30 second off
alternating signal
the continuous
ringing of the
general alarm
signal
291152
The significant difference between the difference in

available water
high velocity fog tip and the low
velocity fog applicator used with the all-pressure
purpose nozzle is the __________.
291206
296713
290554
290100
The size of the fire hydrant hose

connections must be either 1 1/2
inches or __________.
The sorting of accident victims
according to the severity of their
injuries is called __________.
The source of power for the CO2
discharge alarm siren is obtained from
__________.
The spread of fire can be prevented
by __________.
1 short blast of the 3 long blasts of the 1 long blast of the

ship's whistle
ship's whistle
ship's whistle
an intermittent
ringing of the
general alarm for
not less than ten
seconds
number of
degree to which
personnel required the water stream is
to effectively use broken up
each of them
announced over
PA system
ability to exclude
free oxygen
1 inch
2 1/2 inches
3 inches
3 1/2 inches
evaluation
triage
surveying
prioritizing
the emergency
power and lighting
bus
cooling surfaces
adjacent to the fire
the general alarm

24 volt DC bus
the flow of CO2

under pressure
all of the above
removing
reducing or limiting all of the above
combustibles from the oxygen supply
the endangered
area
189
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Question
The spreading of fire as a result of
heat being carried through a vessel's
ventilation system, is an example of
heat transfer by __________.
Choice A
conduction
Choice B
convection
Choice C
radiation
294332
3
2
cool the craft in a

fire
intact stability
cool the engine
293263
spray oil on the

spray personnel
sea to calm it
during a fire
immersion stability damage stability
293038
293024
292100
The sprinkler system of a survival

craft is used to __________.
The stability existing after the
unintentional flooding of a
compartment on a MODU is called
__________.
The stability of a vessel is normally
the greatest when all double-bottom
fuel and water tanks are full because
the __________.
The stability term for the distance
between the center of gravity (G) to
the Metacenter (M), when small angle
stability applies is known as the
__________.
The stamped full weight of a 100 lb.
CO2 cylinder is 314 pounds. What is
the total minimum weight of the
cylinder before it must be recharged?
292351
visual inspection of weighing the

the pressure gage cylinder
kerosene
removing the lid

and checking the
level of dry
chemical
unleaded gasoline diesel oil
weighing the CO2

cartridge
294330
liquefied gas
293158
displacement
beam limit
bilge level
baseline
SF-0022
293158
The state of charge of a stored

pressure type dry chemical fire
extinguisher can be readily
determined by __________.
The survival craft engine is fueled with
__________.
The symbol labeled #2, as shown in
the illustration, represents
__________.
The symbol labeled #2, as shown in
the illustration, represents a vessels
__________.
displacement
beam limit
center of buoyancy baseline
SF-0022
initial stability
Choice D
windage
center of gravity is center of buoyancy reserve buoyancy

lowered
is lowered
is unchanged
hull freeboard is
increased
metacentric height metacentric radius height of the

metacenter
righting arm
282 lbs.
304 lbs.
294 lbs.
190
300 lbs.
Illustration
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Question
The symbol shown in the illustration
and is used as the reference from
which transverse measurements are
made is __________.
293159
293159
293157
296209
299471
The symptoms of a fractured back are leg cramps in the

__________.
muscles in one or
both legs
296600
296600
298100
The symptoms of heat exhaustion are

__________.
The symptoms of heat exhaustion are
__________.
The tanks used for oily waste on a
new ocean going cargo ship of 6000
gross tons must meet certain
requirements for isolation between oil
and bilge systems. These
requirements are set forth in
__________.
Illustration
SF-0022

and used to represent amidships, is
indicated by number __________.
SF-0022
The symbol shown in the illustration to

represent the vertical plane midway
between the fore and aft
perpendiculars is __________.
used to represent displacement is
__________.
The symptoms of a fractured back are
__________.
SF-0022
SF-0022
leg cramps in the

muscles in one or
both legs
pain and
uncontrolled
jerking of the legs
and arms
vomiting and
involuntary
urination or bowel
movement
pain and
uncontrolled
jerking of the arms
and legs
vomiting and
involuntary
urination or bowl
movement
flushed and dry

skin
flushed and dry
skin
46 CFR 56.5050(h)
slow and deep

breathing
slow and deep
breathing
33 CFR
151.23(a)2
pain at the site of

the fracture and
possible
numbness or
paralysis below the
injury
pain at the site of
the fracture and
possible
numbness or
paralysis below the
injury
pale and clammy
skin
pale and clammy
skin
46 CFR 74.1510(b)
Choice A
slow and strong

pulse
slow and strong
pulse
33 CFR
155.370(b)2
Choice B
191
Choice C
Choice D
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293137
298502
297313
298500
The term "oil" as defined in the

CFR) means: __________.
298500
crude oil only
298501
The term "oil", as used in the Pollution fuel oil only

means __________.
The term "oily mixture", as defined in sludge
the Pollution Prevention Regulations
(33 CFR) includes __________.
oily ballast water
bilge slops
all of the above
298009
The term "segregated ballast" is

defined in the Pollution Prevention
Regulations (33 CFR) as ballast water
introduced into a/an __________.
fuel settling tank

for segregation
from lighter fluids
oily water
separator for
segregation
isolated tank for

analysis because
of its noxious
properties
290054
The three basic elements necessary

for any fire are __________.
tank that is
completely
separated from the
cargo oil and fuel
oil systems
heat, gas, and
flames
fuel, heat, and

oxygen
heat, nitrogen, and fuel oil, nitrogen,

fuel
and oxygen
291102
The three positions of an all-purpose

fire nozzle are __________.
forward: off,
center: fog, back:
solid stream
forward: solid
stream, center:
fog, back: off
forward: fog,
center: solid
stream, back: off
Question
The temperature at which a liquid, as
listed on a Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS), will change to a gas is called
its __________.
The tendency of a ship to resist a
change in trim is __________.
The term "discharge", as it applies to
the pollution regulations, means
__________.
The term "load on top" is used on
many crude oil carriers, is to provide a
method for __________.
Choice A
flash point
Choice B
boiling point
Choice C
Choice D
condensation point reactive point
the righting arm

couple
spilling
longitudinal
stability
leaking
metacentric height transverse

inclination
dumping
all of the above
calculating the
loading ballast by
ullage in the cargo gravity
tanks
the loading of new

cargo into a
decanted slop tank
as a procedure to
minimize pollution
petroleum in any
form
noxious liquid
All of the above
substances
designated under
Annex II of
MARPOL 73/78
liquefied petroleum petroleum oil of
gas
any kind
animal or
vegetable based
oil
192
Illustration
calculating the
ratio of cargo
expansion in a
cargo tank
forward: off,
center: solid
stream, back: fog
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295002
298616
293135
293759
292350
290605
297117
293027
Question
Choice A
The tops of the thwarts, side benches, International
and the footings of a lifeboat are
orange
painted which of the following colors?
The traditional signal to commence
lowering lifeboats and liferafts is
__________.
The transfer procedures for oil
products are required to be posted
__________.
The trim of a vessel is the
__________.
The two courses of action to take if
the underwater hull of a MODU is
severely damaged, are to plug the
opening and to __________.
The unit shown in the illustration is
pressurized and operated by
__________.
Choice B
Yellow
Choice C
White
3 short blasts of
the ships whistle
1 short blast of the 3 long blasts of the 1 long blast of the

ships whistle
ships whistle
ships whistle
in the pilothouse
in the officer's
lounge
value of the mean degree of list

draft
dewater the
establish and
compartment
maintain flooding
boundaries
squeezing the
spring-loaded
nozzle
depressing the
puncturing lever
and squeezing the
nozzle
The Upper Explosive Limit (UEL) of a the concentration

mixture of flammable vapors and air, above which just
is defined as __________.
enough flammable
vapor exists to
produce an
explosion
The upward force of displaced water buoyancy
is known as __________.
the concentration
above which the
mixture is too rich
to burn
deadweight
193
Illustration
in the upper pump where they can be

room flat
easily seen or
readily available
amount of roll
difference in fore
and aft drafts
secure power to
counter flood to
the compartment maintain even keel
removing the
cartridge guard,
lifting the
puncturing lever,
and squeezing the
nozzle
The upper explosive limit (UEL) of a
that concentration that concentration the percentage of
mixture of flammable vapors and air is above which there above which the
flammable vapor
defined as __________.
is just enough
mixture is too rich by volume in air
flammable vapor to to burn
sufficient to create
produce an
an explosion
explosion
Choice D
Red
the percentage of
flammable vapor
by volume in the
air sufficient to
create an
explosion
draft
tightening the vent

cap and puncturing
the cartridge seal
SF-0006
the percentage of
oxygen present in
the air sufficient to
support
combustion
the percentage of
oxygen present in
the air sufficient to
support
combustion
freeboard
ESEP100114
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291552
291552
293026
293026
290611
297105
297105
293268
293052
Question
Choice A
Choice B
The use of sinking and dispersing
the most common too expensive for
agents for the removal of surface oil is method used in the common use
__________.
United States
The use of which type of fire
extinguishing agent involves covering
the burning surface by deflecting the
agent from a bulkhead to avoid undue
agitation?
The usual method for effectively
applying foam on a fire is by
__________.
The value of the maximum righting
arm is dependent upon the position of
the center of buoyancy and the
__________.
The value of the maximum righting
arm is dependent upon the position of
the center of buoyancy and the
__________.
The vapor explosive range of gasoline
by volume is 1.0% to 6.0% in air. If a
gasoline tank is sampled with an
explosimeter, and the reading
obtained is 30% L.E.L., the vapor
concentration at the sample point is
__________.
The vapors given off by heated fuel oil
are flammable, explosive, and
__________.
The vapors given off by heated fuel oil
are heavier than air and are
__________.
The vertical distance between "G" and
"M" of a MODU is used as a measure
of __________.
Foam
spraying directly on flowing the foam

the base of the fire down a vertical
surface
longitudinal center transverse center
of gravity
of gravity
Choice D
generally harmful
to sea life
Carbon dioxide
Halon 1301
sweeping the fire

with the foam
spraying directly on
the surface of the
fire
vertical location of
the center of
gravity
down flooding
angle
longitudinal center transverse center down flooding

of water plane area of water plane area angle
position of the
center of gravity
0.3% by volume
0.6% by volume
1.3% by volume
6.3% by volume
lighter than air
heavier than air
odorless
nontoxic
odorless
explosive
nontoxic
visible
stability at all
angles of
inclination
initial stability
stability at angles stability at angle

less than the limit less than the down
of positive stability flooding angle
sway
heave
The vertical motion of a floating vessel surge

is known as __________.
Dry chemical
Choice C
generally safe to
sea life
194
Illustration
pitch
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Question
Choice A
The volatility of a liquid is the tendency percolate
of a liquid to __________.
Choice B
explode
Choice C
asphyxiate
Choice D
vaporize
293269
reserve buoyancy
gross tonnage
net tonnage
293027
The volume of a floating MODU above displacement

the waterline that can be made
volume
watertight is its __________.
The water in which a vessel floats
effort
provides vertical upward support. The
point through which this support is
assumed to act is known as the center
of __________.
flotation
gravity
buoyancy
293156
293606
293505
293505
298502
294005
The weight of the liquid displaced by a

vessel floating in sea water is equal
to the __________.
The wooden plug fitted tightly in the
vent of a damaged tank may prevent
the tank from __________.
The wooden shoring shown in the
illustration is bearing against the hatch
coaming and is supporting a load in
the direction indicated by the arrows.
correct for the condition?
weight required to total weight of the

sink the vessel
vessel
displaced
reserve buoyancy
submerged volume
filling completely
developing free
surfaces
developing free
surface moments
Shore "A" will

support the
greatest load.
Shore "A" will not

slip under load.
Shore "B" will

Shore "B" will
support the load
crack at the
without it cracking. pointed end.
The wooden shoring, shown in the

illustration, is bearing against a hatch
coaming. The load is applied in the
direction indicated by the arrows.
true?
The word "discharge" as used in
CFR Part 151) applies to oil
__________.
The zipper of an immersion suit
should be lubricated with
__________.
Shore "B" will

support the
greatest load.
Shore "A"
Shore "A" will
illustrates the
support the
recommended
greatest load.
method of shoring.
Shore "B" will slip

under applied load.
leaked into
navigable waters
poured into
navigable waters
all of the above
the manufacturers epoxy resin

recommended
consisting of at
lubricant
least two coatings
195
pumped into
navigable waters
through a fixed
piping system
low temperature
water-soluble oil
Illustration
collapsing
SF-0018
SF-0018
sealing compound
used in liferafts
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10
291900
There are two disadvantages to CO2 the lack of cooling

when used as a total flooding
effect on heated
firefighting agent. One of these is the materials
limited quantity available and the other
is __________.
291303
290049
There is always a lower water

Leaky pilot valve
pressure at the fire hose outlet than is
found at the discharge of the pump.
Which of the following reasons is the
common cause of this loss in
pressure?
Through which of the listed processes Heat of expansion Latent heat of
is sufficient heat produced to cause
sublimation
spontaneous ignition?
298619
294322
297339
297306
Question
The zipper of an immersion suit
should be lubricated with
__________.
Title 33 CFR Part 156 of the Pollution

Prevention Regulations concerns
__________.
To activate an air regeneration
canister on a survival craft, you
__________.
To avoid excessive electrostatic effect
in the crude oil washing process, due
to the presence of water in the crude
oil washing fluid, the contents of any
tank to be used as a source of crude
oil for washing must first reduce a
portion of the tank contents by a
vertical height equal to __________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
the manufacturers epoxy resin
low temperature
recommended
consisting of at
water-soluble oil
lubricant
least two coatings
oil and hazmat

cargo vessel
transfer operations design
it breaks down
under extreme
heat to form
poisonous gases
there is no effect
on a class "A" fire
even in an
enclosed space
Friction in the
piping and valves
Wear in the
hydrant
Latent heat of
condensation
Heat of oxidation
Illustration
large oil transfer

pumping
shore side facilities equipment design
put it into an
tear off the tabs on turn it upside down push 'on' button
container of water the canister
one-half meter
To avoid excessive pressures in the

close the tank
fuel oil filling system during bunkering, filling valves
quickly
it cannot be used
in a dead ship
situation without
electrical power
available to the
CO2 pump
Leaky pump
suction valve
Choice D
sealing compound
used in liferafts
one meter
one and one-half

meters
two meters
top off all tanks at

the same time
fill one tank at a

time
reduce the loading

rate when topping
off
196
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299022
299022
298101
Question
To avoid shock pressures in the fuel
oil filling hoses while you are topping
off tanks, the __________.
To be in compliance with U.S. Federal
Ballast Water Management
regulations, which of the following
procedures may be followed by an
ocean vessel entering U.S. waters
returning from an international
voyage?
Choice A
Choice B
loading rate should oiler should sound
be decreased
all tanks
continuously
Prior to
Ballast water may
discharging ballast only be discharged
water in U.S.
overboard if the
waters, the vessel vessel is
must perform a
underway.
complete ballast
water exchange in
an area no less
than 100 nautical
miles from any
shoreline.
Choice C
hoses should be
looped
Choice D
tank vent valves
should be clear
Prior to entering
U.S. waters, a
vessel may use
any Coast Guard
approved
alternative
environmentally
sound method of
BWM.
Ballast water may

only be discharged
overboard through
an approved oily
water separator.
To be in compliance with U.S. Federal

Ballast Water Management
regulations, which of the following
procedures may be followed by an
ocean vessel entering U.S. waters
returning from an international
voyage?
Prior to
Retain ballast
discharging ballast water on board the
water in U.S.
vessel.
waters, the vessel
must perform a
complete ballast
water exchange in
an area no less
than 200 nautical
miles from any
shoreline.
Prior to entering
U.S. waters, use
any Coast Guard
approved
alternative
environmentally
sound method of
BWM.
All of the above
To comply with the Pollution

5 U.S. gallon
Prevention Regulations (33 CFR Part capacity
155), regarding fuel oil discharge
containment, a vessel of 300 or more
but less than 1600 gross tons must
have a fixed container or enclosed
deck area under or around each fuel
oil tank vent that has at least a
__________.
2 barrel capacity
which may be
bolted in place
below the loading
manifold valves
one-half barrel
capacity
3 barrel capacity
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290600
292541
296002
296001
291053
296600
Question
To detect the presence of explosive
gases in any space, tank, or
compartment, you should use a
__________.
To determine if all requirements of the
Declaration of Inspection are met for
oil transfer operations prior to
bunkering from a shore side facility,
inspections are required to be made
of both the bunkering facility and the
vessel. Which statement is true?
Choice A
flame scanner
Choice B
halide torch
Choice C
combustible gas
indicator
Choice D
detector filament
the vessel is
responsible to
provide an
inspected oil hose
the bunker facility

must be inspected
by the designated
person-in-charge
of the vessel and
vice versa for the
vessel
vessel and bunker

facility must be
independently
inspected by the
designated
persons-in-charge
vessel and bunker

facility must be
inspected by a
representative of
the Coast Guard
Captain of the Port
To determine that a compartment

explosimeter
contains sufficient oxygen to sustain
life, you should use a/an __________.
oxygen indicator
fresh air indicator
all of the above
To determine the number of portable

fire extinguishers required on a mobile
offshore drilling unit, you should check
the __________.
To determine whether or not an adult
victim has a pulse, the rescuer should
check for the pulse at the
__________.
To determine whether or not an adult
victim has a pulse, the rescuer should
check for the pulse at the
__________.
To effectively and safely combat a
passageway fire, __________.
Certificate of
Inspection
Safety of Life at
Sea Certificate
operations manual

neck
the groin
brachial artery in
the arm

wrist

neck
the groin
brachial artery in
the arm

wrist
two hose teams

should attack the
fire from opposite
directions
the fire should be water must not be

attacked from one used if the
direction only
passageway is
above the
metacentric height
hot work permit
the fire should be

attacked from
above if possible
Illustration
take his blood

To effectively treat a person suffering administer artificial put him in a tub of give him sips of
respiration
ice water
cool saline solution pressure
from heat exhaustion, you should
__________.
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292150
292650
292454
291051
294110
290304
Question
To effectively treat a person suffering
from heat exhaustion, you should
__________.
To extinguish a fire in an oil cargo
tank, you should FIRST __________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
administer artificial put him in a tub of give him sips of
take his blood
respiration
ice water
cool saline solution pressure
cool nearby decks secure any source activate the fixed
and bulkheads with of air supply by
CO2 system
high velocity fog
closing tank tops,
ullage openings,
PV valves, and
other openings
activate the
portable CO2
system
To extinguish an electrical fire, you

should use __________.
To extinguish an electrical fire, your
FIRST action should be to
__________.
mechanical foam
carbon dioxide
soda acid
apply mechanical
or chemical foam
To fight a class "C" fire, you should

use carbon dioxide or __________.
To fight a large class "A" fire
contained in a closed compartment,
the nozzle man should open a door
enough to insert the hose nozzle and
initially __________.
mechanical foam
dry chemical
Completely
discharge a 15
pound (6.8 kg)
CO2 extinguisher
chemical foam
To help keep injured survivors warm

in the water, after abandoning ship,
be placed in the
middle of a small
circle formed by
the other survivors
in the water
float on their backs

with their arms
extended for
maximum
exposure to the air
To initially combat a fire, the

ventilation system to a compartment
should be secured to __________.
allow the exhaust lower the carbon

fans to remove the monoxide
smoke
smothering
capabilities
chemical foam
apply a low velocity secure the power

fog
Illustration
chemically treated
saw dust
sweep a straight
hold the nozzle
sweep a fog
hold the nozzle
stream around the steady while
stream around the steady and direct a
compartment
applying a straight compartment
fog stream in the
stream in the area
area where he
where he suspects
suspects the fire
the source of the
fire to be
199
remove their
swim through the
lifejackets and hold water at fifteen
on to the uninjured minute intervals
survivors
reduce the amount protect the fire

of available oxygen fighters from
to the fire
smoke
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Question
Choice A
To keep injured survivors warm in the be placed in the
water after abandoning a MODU, they middle of a small
should __________.
circle formed by
the other survivors
in the water
Choice B
with their arms
extended for
maximum
exposure to the air
Choice C
Choice D
remove their
sip seawater at
lifejackets and hold intervals of fifteen
on to the uninjured minutes
survivors
294110
To keep injured survivors warm in the be placed in the

water after abandoning an OSV, they middle of a small
should __________.
circle formed by
the other survivors
in the water

with their arms
extended for
maximum
exposure to the air
remove their
sip seawater at
lifejackets and hold intervals of fifteen
on to the uninjured minutes
survivors
294204
13
To launch a liferaft by hand, you

should __________.
45
297115
detach the
operating cord,
throw the raft over
the side and it will
then inflate
detach the
operating cord,
throw the raft over
the side and it will
inflate
have its electrical
equipment
insulated from its
structure
cut the casing

bands, throw the
raft over the side
and pull the
operating cord
cut the casing
bands, throw the
raft over the side
and pull the
operating cord
have crew
members use
flashlights rather
than AC lamps in
vapor filled areas
throw the liferaft

over the side and
pull the operating
cord
294204
cut the casing

bands, throw the
liferaft over the
side and it will
then inflate
To launch a liferaft by hand, you
cut the casing
should __________.
bands, throw the
liferaft over the
side and it will
inflate
To minimize the possibility of an
be electrically
explosion caused by the discharge of grounded to shore
static electricity, the vessel should
piping
__________.
292003
invert the
extinguisher
292350
raise the lower grip

To operate a CO2 fire extinguisher
equipped with a squeeze grip handle,
you are to remove the locking pin and
__________.
To operate the dry chemical fire
operate the
extinguisher shown in the illustration, squeeze grip valve
you must FIRST __________.
have crew
members use
flame safety lamps
during entry to
areas that may
contain explosive
fumes
depress the upper rotate the cutter
grip
disc valve wheel
invert the
extinguisher
depress the
puncturing lever
remove the
cartridge guard
200
Illustration
throw the liferaft

over the side and
pull the operating
cord
SF-0006
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297662
Question
To prepare a low velocity fog
applicator for use, __________.
Choice A
replace the high
velocity tip with the
fog applicator and
pull the handle to
the middle position
Choice B
insert the
applicator in the
solid stream outlet
of the all-purpose
nozzle and pull the
handle back half
way
Choice C
replace the high
velocity tip with the
applicator and pull
the handle back all
the way back
Illustration
Choice D
insert the
applicator in the
solid stream outlet
of the all-purpose
nozzle and pull the
handle back to the
solid stream
position
To prevent an explosion when the

pump room has not been certified gas
free and repairs are to be carried out,
the only type of portable electric
equipment allowed in the pump room
would be an approved __________.
explosion proof
self-contained
battery powered
lamp
1/2 HP electric
hand drill
marine drop lamp

and extension
cords
portable hand
grinder
298006
open sea suction

valves, then start
the cargo pump
start the cargo

open block valves, open sluice valves,
pump, then open then start the
then start the
sea suction valves cargo pump
cargo pump
290301
kept in nonmetal
containers
discarded as soon cleaned thoroughly kept in the paint

as possible
for reuse
locker
297201
pressure-vacuum
valve
ullage opening
290100
To prevent oil from escaping into the

sea when ballasting through the cargo
piping system, you should FIRST
__________.
To prevent oily rags from
spontaneously igniting they should be
__________.
To prevent over-pressurization when
loading liquid petroleum products,
cargo tanks must be fitted with a/an
__________.
To prevent the spread of fire by
conduction, you should __________.
290101

convection __________.
cool the bulkhead

around the fire
290309

convection you should __________.
remove
cool the bulkhead
combustibles from around the fire
direct exposure
over pressurization equalizing line

valve
cool the bulkheads remove

close all openings shut off all electric
around the fire
combustibles from to the area
power
direct exposure
remove
close all openings shut off all
combustibles from to the area
electrical power
direct exposure
201
close all openings shut off electrical

to the area
power
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Question
To produce a low velocity water fog
spray with an all-purpose fire hose
nozzle, you must __________.
Choice A
Choice B
push the nozzle
change the fire
handle completely pump discharge
forward
pressure
Choice C
Choice D
pull the nozzle
insert a low
handle completely velocity fog
back
applicator
291203
To properly maintain fire hoses, you

should __________.
keep them rolled

tightly in the rack
with female
coupling protected
keep exterior
linings damp by
periodic wash
downs
thoroughly drain
them after each
use
keep them partially

filled with fresh
water
296802
aspirin
paregoric
aspirin
299143
bicarbonate of
soda
bicarbonate of
soda
pull the release
lanyard
paregoric
299464
pull the hydraulic

release
push the release

button
aromatic spirits of
ammonia
aromatic spirits of
ammonia
pull on the ratchet
handle
294204
pull the release

lanyard
pull the hydraulic

release
push the release

button
pull on the ratchet

handle
295104
Have one man

keep a hand on
the load to steady
it.
Insure that the

lifting gear capacity
is not exceeded.
294408
To reduce mild fever the MOST useful

drug is __________.
To reduce mild fever the MOST useful
drug is __________.
To release the davit cable of a davit
launched liferaft, you must
__________.
To release the davit cable of a davit
launched liferaft, you must
__________.
To safeguard the operator and other
personnel working on or near a
hoisting operation, which of the
following precautions should be
observed?
To safely enter a closed compartment,
where CO2 has been released from a
fixed extinguishing system, you should
__________.
wear a canister
type gas mask
test the air with an

explosimeter
298622
To serve as the person in charge of oil be a certified

cargo transfer operations onboard a
tankerman (PIC)
self-propelled tank vessel, an
individual must __________.
be 30 years old
have a letter from

the company
stating his
qualification
299467
To treat a person suffering from heat

exhaustion, you should __________.
Keep a load on the

hoist until all
personnel are
finished working.
Set the load on a

movable dolly
when
transportation may
be needed.
test the air with an wear a selfOrsat apparatus
contained
breathing
apparatus
be licensed only
administer artificial put him in a tub of give him sips of

respiration
ice water
cool water
202
Illustration
cover him with a

light cloth
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294200
VER
1
294200
292003
295201
295003
10
293055
296602
296602
Question
To turn over a liferaft that is floating
upside down, you should pull on the
__________.
To turn over a liferaft that is floating
upside down, you should pull on the
__________.
To use a portable CO2 fire
extinguisher, you must FIRST
__________.
To which of the listed authorities must
a MODU report a collision with an aid
to navigation?
Choice A
canopy
Choice B
manropes
Choice C
sea painter
Choice D
righting strap
canopy
manropes
sea painter
righting lines
turn the tank

upside down
pull the locking pin open the valve on shake thoroughly

the side of the tank
Nearest
Oceanographic
Office.
Captain of the
Port.
National Ocean
Service.
Appropriate Officerin-Charge, Marine

Inspection.
Traditionally, the signal for fire aboard More than six short
a vessel is __________.
blasts and one
long blast on the
whistle.
Continuous blast
of the ship's
whistle for a period
of not less than 10
seconds
supplemented by
the same signal on
the general alarm.
Three short blasts

of the whistle
supplemented by
the same signal
on the general
alarm.
More than six short

blasts and one
long blast on the
whistle
supplemented by
the same signal on
the general alarm.
Transverse oscillating rotation about

the longitudinal axis of a vessel is
known as __________.
Treatment of frostbite is to
__________.
pitching
rolling
swaying
surging
rub with ice or

snow
rub briskly to
restore circulation
wrap tightly in
warm cloths
warm exposed
parts rapidly
Treatment of frostbite is to
__________.
rub with ice or

snow
rub briskly to
restore circulation
wrap tightly in
warm cloths
warm exposed
parts rapidly
296600
Treatment of heat exhaustion should

bathing with
rubbing alcohol
placing patient in a All the above

tub of cold water
296600
12
Treatment of heat exhaustion should

moving to a
shaded area and
laying down
moving to a
shaded area and
lying down
bathing with
rubbing alcohol
placing patient in a All of the above

tube of cold water
203
Illustration
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299466
296605
298001
298107
298708
298551
Question
Treatment of sunstroke consists
principally of __________.
Choice A
cooling, removing
to shaded area
and having the
victim lay down
cooling, removing
to shaded area,
and lying down
cooling, removing
to shaded area
and having the
victim lay down
U.S. Coast Guard Regulations (33
suitable for a
CFR), state that ocean going ships of service pressure of
400 gross tons and above must be
6 kg/cm2
fitted with a standard discharge shore
connection for the discharge of oily
waste from machinery space bilges to
reception facilities. The flange of this
discharge connection must be
__________.
U.S. Coast Guard Regulations require fixed container or
that no person may transfer oil or fuel enclosed deck
area of one barrel
to a vessel of 3000 gross tons
capacity
constructed after June 30, 1974,
unless each fuel tank vent overflow
and fill pipe is equipped with a/an
__________.
U.S. flag ships may obtain an Oil
Local
Record Book from the __________.
MSO/COTPs/MIO'
s
is drilling on the
Under the regulations implementing
Outer Continental
MARPOL, a mobile offshore drilling
Shelf
unit is required to have an
International Oil Pollution Prevention
(IOPP) certificate when the unit
__________.
Choice B
bathing with
rubbing alcohol
Choice C
drinking ice water
Choice D
All of the above
bathing with
rubbing alcohol
drinking ice water
All of the above
bathing with
rubbing alcohol
drinking ice water
All of the above
designed to accept 10 mm in
pipes up to a
thickness
maximum internal
diameter of 100
mm
slotted to receive
eight bolts and 20
mm in diameter
portable container automatic back

of at least 5 U.S.
pressure shutoff
gallon capacity
nozzle
quick-closing antispill valve
Environmental
local courthouse
Protection Agency
U.S. Customs
Agency
moves to a new
drilling location in
U.S. waters
204
Illustration
engages in a
All of the above
voyage to a port of
another country
which is a party of
MARPOL
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295120
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296203
298036
294205
294326
294326
Using a sea anchor with the survival

craft will __________.
294326
Using a sea anchor with the survival

craft will __________.
293207
293207
293207
Vessel stability can be adversely

affected by __________.
Vessel stability can be adversely
affected by __________.
Vessel stability is greatly affected
when water or fuel tanks are partially
filled as a result of the __________.
298044
Victual waste is __________.
298027
Waste oil from the lube oil sumps of

drained into the
machinery may NOT be __________. vessel's bilges
Question
Choice A
Under Title 33 CFR, at or above what 0.16%
level of "Blood Alcohol Concentration"
would constitute a crew member as
being considered "Under the Influence
of Alcohol" on a commercial vessel?
Unless there is danger of further
injury, a person with a broken bone
should not be moved until bleeding is
controlled and __________.
Used engine oil may be properly
disposed of by __________.
Using a sea anchor when in a liferaft
will __________.
Using a sea anchor will __________.
Choice B
0.12%
Choice C
0.08%
Choice D
0.04%
the bone has been the fracture is

set
immobilized
radio advice has

been obtained
the wound has

been washed
draining it into the

bilges
pumping or
throwing it over the
side in port
aid in recovering
the liferaft
aid in recovering
the liferaft
aid in recovering
the survival craft
dumping it in fuel
storage tanks
increase your
visibility
increase your
visibility
increase your
visibility
aid in recovering
the survival craft
increase your
visibility
ballasting down by
the bow
ballasting down by
the bow
increase of
buoyancy
ballasting down by
the stern
ballasting down by
the stern
decrease in draft
discharging it to a
dockside oil waste
station
reduce the drift
keep the liferaft
rate of the liferaft from turning over
reduce the drift
keep the liferaft
rate of the liferaft from turning over
reduce your drift
keep the survival
rate
craft from turning
over
reduce your drift
keep the survival
rate
craft from turning
over
increasing the free decreasing the
surface effect
free surface effect
decreasing the
increasing the free
laden draft
surface effect
free surface effect free
communication
effect
the final discharge any garbage that
of sewage
comes from food
treatment plants
or food provisions
the resultant
sludge that is
collected after
water washing a
boiler
reclaimed for other held in a slop tank
uses
205
Illustration
the final waste

product of a
manufacturing
process
purified and then
reused
ESEP100114
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291156
VER
2
298017
291000
294201
Question
Choice A
Water applied as a 'fog' can be more a given amount of
effective than water applied as a 'solid water can absorb
stream', because __________.
heat faster when it
is in the form of fog
Choice B
it reduces the total
amount of water
that must be
pumped into the
ship to fight a
given fire
dirty ballast
Choice C
Choice D
it does not have to of all of the above
hit the seat of fire
to be effective
Water ballast placed in a tank that has clean ballast

been crude oil washed, but not water
rinsed, shall be regarded as
__________.
Water fog is an effective fire
has a great cooling will completely
extinguishing agent because it
ability
remove toxic
__________.
fumes from the air
segregated ballast crude oil
will completely
remove
combustible
vapors from the air
does not leave a

harmful residue on
electrical
machinery
Water pockets on the under side of an catching rain water stability

inflatable liferaft are for __________.
easy drainage
maneuverability
294201
Water pockets on the under side of an catching rain water stability

inflatable liferaft are for __________.
easy drainage
maneuverability
290214
What additional precautions should be Seal off all tank

taken when making temporary repairs and compartment
to a MODU that is operating while
ventilation.
hydrogen sulfide is present?
299473
What are the symptom(s) of a

ruptured appendix?
299466
What are the symptoms of sunstroke? Temperature falls

below normal,
pulse is rapid and
feeble, skin is cold
and clammy.
Illustration
Remove all bulk

Provide respiratory All of the above.
materials from the protection and
P-tanks.
monitoring.
Dilated pupils and Diarrhea and

shallow breathing frequent urination
Temperature is
high, pulse is
strong and rapid,
skin is hot and dry.
206
Muscle tenseness Extreme sweating

in almost the entire and reddening of
abdomen
skin
Temperature is
high, pulse is slow
and feeble, skin is
clammy.
Temperature falls
below normal,
pulse is rapid, skin
is clammy.
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290701
VER
1
292052
297709
293150
296407
297650
What information can be obtained

from a marine chemist's certificate
issued to a fishing vessel?
297650

issued to a fishing vessel?
297650

issued to an offshore supply vessel?
Question
Choice A
What Coast Guard Regulations apply The assembled
to the equipment of a fireman's outfit? lifeline shall have a
breaking strength
of at least 2,500
pounds.
Choice B
The helmet shall
provide effective
protection against
impact.
Choice C
The boots and
gloves shall be fire
retardant and
water resistant.
Choice D
All protective
clothing must be
electrically
nonconducting.
What danger to personnel exists when

a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher is
discharged in a small enclosed
space?
What does the vapor pressure listed
in Section III of a Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS) indicate?
Electric shock
Suffocation
Burst eardrums
Second degree
burns
Illustration
How fast a
How much of the
chemical gets into chemical can
the air.
evaporate.
Whether the vapor How much force

is lighter or heavier the vapor exerts
than air.
inside a closed
container.
The mean draft will The mean draft will The forward draft The after draft will
increase.
decrease.
will decrease.
decrease.
What effect will transferring fuel oil

from #1P double bottom to #3P
double bottom have on the trim of a
vessel?
What first aid is appropriate for skin
Cover the affected Immerse the area
contact with tank residue from a cargo area with
in a solution of
of leaded gasoline?
petroleum jelly.
boric acid.
Wash the area

Administer a
with soap and
strong stimulant
water immediately. and treat for
shock.
The number of fire The quality of fuel The tanks which
The vessel's
extinguishers
in the vessel's
are safe to enter
stability information
required onboard. tanks
when the
certificate was
issued
The number of fire The quality of fuel The tanks which
The vessel's
extinguishers
in the vessel's
were safe to enter stability information
required onboard. tanks
when the
certificate was
issued
The vessel's
The tanks which
The number of fire The quality of fuel
stability information were safe to enter extinguishers
in the vessel's
when the
required to be
tanks
certificate was
aboard
issued
207
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297650
VER
1
295008
294411
What is a major advantage of using a The equipment is The average

positive pressure type self-contained lightweight and the operating time is
breathing apparatus?
wearer can work
over an hour.
without difficulty in
confined spaces.
299405
What is NOT requirement for testing

the line throwing appliance on a
vessel?
294201
294201
291951
What is placed on the under side of

an inflatable liferaft to help prevent it
from being skidded by the wind or
overturned?
What is placed on the underside of an
inflatable liferaft to help prevent it from
being skidded by the wind or
overturned?
What is the function of the small gas
accumulator cylinder attached to the
discharge piping of the engine room
fixed CO2 system?
299375
Question
Choice A
Choice B
The number of fire The quality of the
from a marine chemist's certificate on extinguishers
barge's cargo.
a tank barge?
required onboard.
Choice C
The tanks which
are safe to enter
when the
certificate was
issued.
What information must be entered on Names of all crew Use and
Listing of approved
the MODU Muster List ("Station Bill")? members.
application of
emergency
special equipment. equipment.
What is the maximum length of time

that distress flares are approved for?
Choice D
The barge's
stability
information.
Illustration
Duties and station

of each person
during
emergencies.
The speed with
Facial hair will not
which it can be put affect the mask
into operation is
performance.
around 45
seconds.
The appliance
A regular service A regular projectile An entry about the
should be tested
line should be
should be used
test must be made
every three months used when testing when testing
in the Official Log
Book
Ballast bags
A keel
Strikes
Sea anchor
Ballast bags
A keel
Strikes
Sea anchor
It absorbs the
pressure shock to
the piping resulting
from the initial
release of carbon
dioxide.
1 and 1/2 years
It delays the
release of carbon
dioxide into the
engine room.
It directly activates
the warning siren
in the engine
room.
It controls the rate

of discharge of
carbon dioxide into
the engine room.
2 years
3 and 1/2 years
5 years
208
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291070
VER
2
291070
290404
294102
294102
290607
296201
296211
299471
290615
Question
What is the minimum period of time
that the air supply for a self-contained
breathing apparatus is required to
last?
What is the minimum period of time
that the air supply for a self-contained
breathing apparatus is required to
last?
What is the minimum required
number of fire axes that must be
carried on a mobile offshore drilling
unit?
number of ring life buoys on a
MODU?
number of ring life buoys on an OSV
on ocean service ?
What is the percentage of oxygen in a
typical sample of uncontaminated air?
Choice A
15 minutes
Choice B
30 minutes
Choice C
45 minutes
Choice D
60 minutes
10 minutes
15 minutes
30 minutes
45 minutes
12
16
12
16
12%
15%
18%
21%
What is the primary purpose for

applying a splint when administering
first aid?
What is the primary purpose of a
splint when applied in first aid
treatment?
What is the procedure for checking for
spinal cord damage in an unconscious
patient?
Control bleeding
Reduce pain
Immobilize the
fracture
Reset the bone
Reduce pain
Control bleeding
Immobilize a
fracture
Reset the bone
Beginning at the
back of the neck,
and proceeding to
the buttocks, press
the spine to find
out where it hurts
Prick the skin of

the hands and the
soles of the feet
with a sharp object
to check for
reaction
Selectively raise
each arm and
each leg and
watch patient's
face to see if he
resisters pain
Roll patient onto

his stomach and
prick along the
length of his spine
to check reaction
What is the purpose of an

explosimeter?
To identify
combustible
gases.
To detect
combustible
gases.
To indicate the
absence of
oxygen.
All of the above.
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Illustration
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19
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34
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293764
Question
What is the purpose of opening the
doors and portholes in figure 2 of the
illustration?
Choice A
To keep the hose
teams cool.
Illustration
Choice D
To allow water
SF-0013
used to fight the
fire to flow out of
the superstructure.
Choice B
To allow venting of
combustion
products from the
fire to the
atmosphere.
What is the purpose of the hydrostatic To release the raft To inflate the raft
release on an inflatable liferaft?
from the cradle
automatically.
automatically as
the ship sinks.
Choice C
To provide airflow
around the
compartment in
the order to
contain the fire.
To test the rafts
hydrostatically.
What is the purpose of the liferaft

hydrostatic release?
To inflate the raft

automatically
To test rafts
hydrostatically
None of the above
To inflate the raft

automatically
To test rafts
hydrostatically
None of the above
125% of shore
side loading rate
The draft is
increased.
125% of cargo
pump capacity
The stability is
decreased.
To release raft
from the cradle
automatically if the
ship sinks
What is the purpose of the liferaft
To release raft
hydrostatic release?
from the cradle
automatically as
the ship sinks
125% of forced
What is the required gas supply
draft rate
capacity of an inert gas system?
What is the usual effect of moving
The stability is
weight from low in the vessel to above increased.
the main deck?
What is the usual effect of moving
The stability of the
weight from the main deck to a
vessel is
position lower in the vessel?
increased.
None of the above.
125% of fan
capacity
The reserve
buoyancy is
decreased.
The trim of the
The stability of the The vessel will list
vessel is changed vessel is
in proportion to the
substantially.
significantly
volume of the
decreased.
cargo shifted.
What must be accurately determined The integrity of the The capacity of the The operation of
All of the above.
to assess the potential for
watertight
water sprinkler
the machinery
progressive flooding after a MODU
boundaries.
system.
space bilge level
has been damaged?
alarms.
What must be accurately determined The integrity of the The capacity of the The operation of
All of the above.
water sprinkler
the machinery
to assess the potential for progressive watertight
boundaries.
system.
space bilge level
flooding after your vessel has been
alarms.
damaged?
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Question
What operational limitation should the
user of a self-contained breathing
apparatus be concerned with when
using the device?
Choice B
Choice C
The lens of the
The attached
face piece reduces lifeline limits the
the user's
user's mobility.
peripheral vision.
Choice D
All of the above
are correct.
What safety information can be found Location of fire

in the fire control plan that is posted or doors
available in booklet form on your ship?
Location of the
remote means of
stopping fans
Particulars of the
fire detecting
system
All of the above.
What safety precautions should be

They should wear
observed by the crew while working
safety shoes.
around machinery in an engine room?
They should wear

ear protection.
They should not

wear jewelry.
All of the above.
294406
What should you do when the alarm

bell on a self-contained breathing
apparatus sounds?
Immediately
evacuate the
contaminated
area.
Open the bypass

valve on the
regulator and
immediately
evacuate the
contaminated
area.
Move the tank

selector lever to
the full tank
position and reset
the alarm so you
can evacuate the
area when it
sounds again.
294310
294310
10
Leave it outside
the liferaft but turn
it off.
Bring it inside the Bring it inside the

liferaft and leave it liferaft and turn it
on.
off until the storm
passes.
Bring it inside the Bring it inside the
liferaft and leave it liferaft and turn it
on.
off until the storm
passes.
Standard
Simpsons Rule
Logarithmic Rule
Leave it outside
the liferaft and
leave it on.
293047
297704
What should you do with your

emergency position indicating radio
beacon if you are in a liferaft during
storm conditions?
What should you do with your
emergency position indicating radio
beacon if you are in a liferaft during
storm conditions?
What standard mathematical formula
is commonly used to calculate a
vessels water plane area for stability
purposes?
What term is listed on a Material
Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) to
describe a chemical that can produce
life-threatening or seriously disabling
health hazard ?
Move the reserve

lever to the
'reserve' position
on the regulator
and reset the
alarm so you can
evacuate the area
when it sounds
again.
Leave it outside
the liferaft and
leave it on.
Choice A
The weight of the
unit changes the
user's center of
gravity.
Low toxicity
Recommended
toxicity
211
Illustration
Leave it outside
the liferaft but turn
it off.
Reynolds Number Pythagorean Rule

Rule
Moderate toxicity
High toxicity
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What would be considered the normal 8%

percentage of oxygen contained in the
earths atmosphere at sea level?
292106
292106
299020
What would be the approximate

50 PSI
internal pressure of a fully charged
hand/portable 15 lb. CO2 fire
extinguisher, stored at average room
temperature?
What would be the approximate
50 PSI
internal pressure of a hand/portable
15 lb. CO2 fire extinguisher that has
been partially discharged and lost
50% of its charge and stored in a
"Used Extinguisher Locker" at room
temperature?
What would be the minimum distance 12 nautical miles
from any shoreline that a vessel must
be located before it is permitted to
perform a complete ballast water
exchange to be in compliance with
U.S. Federal Ballast Water
Management Regulations?
291956
Question
What would be a major consequence
of allowing the refrigeration system of
a low pressure fixed CO2 fire
extinguishing system to remain
inoperable?
Choice A
The entire charge
may eventually be
lost due to CO2
boil-off venting
through the relief
valve.
What would be the most probable

An air leak has
cause for a high pressure alarm to be developed in the
activated in a Low Pressure CO2 fixed tank.
fire extinguishing system ?
Choice B
Liquid CO2 would
overflow from the
tank through the
drain line as the
temperature
increased.
Choice D
The warmed
charge of CO2
would not be
effective in
extinguishing a
fire.
16%
Choice C
Excessive
condensation
inside the tank
would freeze
causing a
restriction in the
discharge piping.
21%
200 PSI
400 PSI
850 PSI
200 PSI
400 PSI
850 PSI
50 nautical miles
100 nautical miles 200 nautical miles
The tank cooling

system has
malfunctioned.
The pilot cylinder An excessive

discharge valve is amount of
leaking.
insulation has
been installed on
the tank and
piping.
212
Illustration
79%
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291553
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297407
294324
294324
Question
Choice A
When a cargo oil tank is being
the inert gas
cleaned by crude oil washing while in system must be
port, __________.
properly operating
in that tank
Choice B
water should be
allowed to settle on
top before
discharging
Choice C
filters should be
installed in bilge
strainers to absorb
oil before
discharge
overboard
Choice D
the dock
supervisor need
not be notified
before discharging
oily mixtures
overboard
When a cylinder is used to store CO2 2750 psi

in a fixed firefighting system and is
retested in accordance with
regulations, all flexible connections
between cylinders and distribution
piping must be renewed or tested at
__________.
When a fire occurs in a ruptured oil
water
cargo tank, caused by an explosion
or collision, the best firefighting agent
to use is __________.
1500 psi
1000 psi
300 psi
CO2
foam
carbon
tetrachloride
When a floating MODU inclines to an

angle slightly greater than the angle
of loll, it will __________.
When a fuel oil tank is being topped
off during bunkering operations, the
tank valve should be closed
__________.
capsize
incline further
flop to the other

side
return to the angle

of loll
slowly to prevent
surge stresses
after the shore

pumps are
stopped
rapidly to prevent
overflow
When a helicopter is lifting personnel

from a rescue boat, the other
individuals in the boat should
__________.
enter the water in

case the person
being lifted slips
from the sling
to prevent gas
from escaping
through the
pressure-vacuum
relief valves
stand on the
outside of the boat
to assist the
person being lifted

from a survival craft, the other
individuals in the craft should
__________.
enter the water in

case the person
being lifted slips
from the sling
remove their
lifejackets to
prepare for their
transfer to the
helicopter
stand on the
remove their
outside of the craft lifejackets to
to assist the
prepare for their
person being lifted transfer to the
helicopter
213
Illustration
remain seated
inside to provide
body weight for
stability
remain seated
inside the craft to
provide body
weight for stability
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Question
from an enclosed lifeboat, the other
individuals in the boat should
__________.
Choice A
enter the water in
case the person
being lifted slips
from the sling
Choice B
stand on the
outside of the boat
to assist the
person being lifted
299354
be shielded from
direct sunlight
be locked into a
constant heading
293267
remain stationary
move toward the

low side
296706
299206
keeping a ice bag

over the location of
the appendix
give patient a
laxative to relieve
pain
astern and the
victim just off the
bow
giving the patient a giving the patient

laxative
morphine sulfate
296706
When a magnetic compass is not

used for a prolonged period of time it
should __________.
When a MODU is inclined at a small
angle, the center of buoyancy will
__________.
When a patient is suspected of having
appendicitis, the pain should be
relieved by __________.
When a patient is suspected of having
appendicitis, the primary action is to
__________.
When a person who has fallen
overboard is being picked up by a
rescue boat, the boat should normally
approach with the wind __________.
giving the patient

aspirin with a glass
of water
give patient
evacuate patient to give patient aspirin
morphine sulfate to a hospital
with a glass of
relieve pain
water
ahead and the
just off the bow
just off the bow
victim just off the and the victim to
and the victim to
bow
windward
leeward
294323
transfer all
personnel
immediately
tie up close to the

rescue vessel
294323
296905
When a rescue vessel approaches a

lifeboat in heavy seas, the person in
charge of the lifeboat should
__________.
When a rescue vessel approaches a
survival craft in heavy seas, the
person in charge of the survival craft
should __________.
When a rescuer discovers a burn
victim in the vicinity of electrical
equipment or wiring, his first step is to
__________.
Choice C
remove their
lifejackets to
prepare for their
transfer to the
helicopter
have any air
bubbles replaced
with nitrogen
move toward the
high side
wait for calmer

weather before
transferring
personnel
tie up to the rescue transfer only those wait for calmer
vessel
personnel who are weather before
not seasick
transferring
personnel
remove the person shutdown electrical flush water over
from the vicinity of power in the area any burned area of
the electrical
the victim
equipment or
wiring
214
Choice D
remain seated
inside to provide
body weight for
stability
Illustration
have the
compensating
magnets removed
move to the height
of the metacenter
transfer only those

personnel who are
not seasick
transfer all
personnel
immediately
apply ointment to
the burned area of
the victim
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294206
294206
12
295100
291958
298300
Question
Choice A
Choice B
When a rescuer discovers an
flush water over
apply ointment to
electrical burn victim in the vicinity of any burned area of the burned areas
electrical equipment or wiring, his first the patient
on the patient
step is to __________.
Illustration
Choice C
Choice D
shutdown electrical remove the patient
power in the area from the vicinity of
the live electrical
equipment or
wiring
When a sea anchor for survival craft completely stop

is properly rigged, it will __________. the survival craft
from drifting
When a ship is abandoned and there separate the rafts
are several liferafts in the water, one as much as
of the FIRST things to be done is
possible to
__________.
increase chances
of detection
When a ship is abandoned and there separate the rafts
are several liferafts in the water, one as much as
of the FIRST things to be done is
possible to
__________.
increase chances
of detection
When a ship is expected to encounter check for items
rough seas, it is a good safety practice which may
to __________.
become adrift and
secure loose gear
help to prevent
broaching
prevent the
survival craft from
pitching
transfer all
transfer all the
supplies to one raft injured to one raft
prevent the
survival craft from
rolling
secure the rafts
together to keep
them from drifting
apart
transfer all
transfer all the
supplies to one raft injured to one raft
secure the rafts

together to keep
them from drifting
apart
When a ship's low-pressure CO2 fixed

fire extinguishing system is activated
from a remote location, what
determines the quantity of CO2 that
will be released into the selected
compartment?
The discharge of
CO2 will continue
until the
temperature of the
space returns to
ambient
conditions.
a remote location
of equal distance
from the tank
vessel and facility
A timer
mechanism
controls the
discharge valve
and is preset for
the space being
activated.
When a tank vessel with a capacity of two or more
250 barrels is transferring oil to a
locations on the
facility, the Pollution Prevention
tank vessel
Regulations (33 CFR), require an
emergency means to stopping the
flow of oil which must be operable
from __________.
move quickly about make available

maintain a
the ship
extra survival gear negative trim on
the vessel
215
The CO2 tank is

divided into
separate sections
designated for
each protected
space.
The number of
discharge nozzles
in the space will
determine the
quantity released.
the usual operating

station of the
person in charge
of the oil transfer
the engine room,

cargo control room
and bridge
sequentially
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Question
Choice A
When a tank vessel with a capacity of two or more
250 barrels is transferring oil to a
locations on the
facility, the Pollution Prevention
tank vessel
Regulations (33 CFR), require an
emergency means to stopping the
flow of oil which must be operable
from __________.
Choice B
a remote location
of equal distance
from the tank
vessel and facility
Choice C
the usual operating
station of the
person in charge
of the oil transfer
Illustration
Choice D
the engine room,
cargo control room
and bridge
sequentially
When a vessel is floating upright, the metacentric

distance from the keel to the
differential
metacenter is called the __________.
height of the
baseline
height of the
metacenter
righting arm
293022
When a vessel is inclined due to an

center of buoyancy center of gravity
external force, such as the action of
seas in which no cargo shifts, the
tendency of the vessel to return to its
original position is caused by the shift
in __________.
center of flotation
metacentric radius
293020
When a vessel is inclined, the

movement of the
tendency for it to return to its original center of gravity
position is caused by the __________.
movement of the upward movement increased free

center of buoyancy of the center of
surface in the
toward the low side flotation
buoyant wedge
of the vessel
299306
When a vessel signals her distress by 1 minute

means of a gun or other explosive
signal, the firing should be at intervals
of approximately __________.
3 minute
294301
When abandoning a MODU, following plot a course for

the launching of the survival craft you the nearest land
should __________.
take a vote on
stay in the
which direction you immediate area
should go
294008
When abandoning ship in an

emergency situation, you should
__________.
10 minutes
1 hour
go one direction
until fuel runs out
jump off feet first

dive head first from dive head first from follow directly
from the windward the bridge
the main deck
behind another
side
person on the
leeward side
216
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296006
296006
296000
296004
296004
296711
299463
296019
Question
When abandoning ship, after
launching the motor lifeboat you
should __________.
When administering artificial
respiration to an adult, the breathing
cycle should be repeated about
__________.
respiration, it is of the utmost
importance to __________.
respiration, it is of the utmost
importance to __________.
resuscitation to an adult, the breathing
cycle should be repeated about
__________.
When administering chest
compression during CPR, at what part
of the victim's body should the
pressure be applied?
When administering chest
compression during CPR, at what part
of the victim's body should the
pressure be applied?
When administering first aid you
should avoid __________.
Choice A
plot course for
nearest land
Choice B
Choice C
go only with the
stay in the
direction of the sea immediate area
Choice D
go one direction
until fuel runs out
12 to 15 times per 18 to 20 times per 20 to 25 times per as fast as possible

minute
minute
minute
use the mouth-tomouth method
clear airways
use rhythmic
pressure method
know all approved

methods
use the mouth-to

mouth method
clear airways
use rhythmic
pressure method
know all approved

methods
12 to 15 times per 18 to 20 times per 20 to 25 times per as fast as possible

minute
minute
minute
Lower half of the

sternum
Right chest over

the heart
Top half of the

sternum
Left chest over the

heart
Lower half of the

sternum
Tip of the sternum Top half of the

sternum
Left chest over the

heart
any conversation
with the patient
instructing
bystanders
unnecessary haste touching the

and appearance of patient
uncertainty
When administering first aid you

should avoid __________.
any conversation
with the patient
instructing
bystanders
When administering mouth to mouth

rescue breathing to an adult, you
should breathe at the rate of how
many breaths per minute?
unnecessary haste touching the

and appearance of patient before
uncertainty
washing your
hands
12
20
Illustration
217
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1
Question
When administering only mouth-to4
mouth resuscitation, you should
continue the victim's ventilation rate at
how many inflations per minute?
296000
When administering only mouth-to4

mouth resuscitation, you should
continue the victim's ventilation rate at
how many inflations per minute?
298904
When amendments are made to the

plan, all revisions must be submitted
to the Coast Guard __________.
one month prior to six months prior to and cannot be

the anniversary
the end of the
implemented
date of the plan
approval period
without approval
292452
When an electrical fire has been

extinguished with a dry chemical
agent, there is always a possibility of
the __________.
machinery
suffering thermal
shock damage
fire being rekindled electrical contacts chemical crystals

by spontaneous
or relays being
suffocating the fire
combustion
rendered
fighter
inoperative
291550
spontaneous
toxic fumes from
combustion below escaping to the
the oil surface
surface
air from contacting

the oil vapors
permitting
reignition
fire being reignited
by residual heat
boiling of the
heated oil
292153
When an oil fire has been

extinguished, the surface of the oil
should be kept covered with foam to
prevent __________.
When any fire has been extinguished
with carbon dioxide, there is always
the danger of the __________.
machinery
suffering thermal
shock damage
dry ice crystals

clogging the
machinery
atmosphere
containing a
dangerous charge
of static electricity
293207
reduce ship
stability
cause a
permanent list
change the ship's

trim
Choice A
increase reserve
When any tank or compartment is
partially filled with a liquid free to move buoyancy
as the ship rolls, the free surface
effect is present. This condition will
usually __________.
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
12
20
12
20
218
Illustration
and can be
implemented
without immediate
approval as long
as final approval is
received within six
months of
submittal
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291160
296000
297302
297410
294339
When collecting condensation for

drinking water from the inside of a
liferaft, __________.
294339
When collecting condensation for

drinking water, __________.
a sponge used to
mop up and store
condensation must
be kept salt free
292653
Flooding of the
vessel
292650
When combating a class C fire, which

of the following dangers may be
present?
When combating a major electrical
fire at sea, the main consideration is
__________.
Question
When applying chest compressions
on an adult victim during CPR, the
sternum should be depressed about
__________.
When approaching a fire from
windward, you should shield
firefighters from the fire by using an
applicator and __________.
When artificial respiration is being
given to an adult that shows
indications of having a pulse, it should
be administered __________.
Choice A
1/2 inch or less
Choice B
1/2 to 1 inch
Choice C
1 to 1 1/2 inches
Choice D
1 1/2 to 2 inches
low-velocity fog
high-velocity fog
a straight stream
of water
foam spray
4 to 6 times per
minute
12 to 15 times per 20 to 30 times per At least 30 times

minute
minute
per minute
When bunkering operations are

completed, the hoses should be
__________.
When checking the level of a volatile
liquid in a tank on the weather deck of
a tank vessel, you should position
yourself __________.
drained into drip

pans or tanks
Illustration
stowed with their

ends open for
venting
so that the
obstruction of your
body will protect
you from the
fumes
a sponge used to only condensation it should be
chlorine tablets
mop up and store on the bottom of
strained through a should be used to
condensation must the canopy should finely woven cloth make it drinkable
be kept salt free
be collected
blown down with
nitrogen or inert
gas
on the windward
on the leeward
side of the opening side of the opening
steam cleaned and

flushed with hot
water
at a right angle to
the wind direction
only condensation it should be

chlorine tablets
on the bottom of
strained through a should be used to
the canopy should finely woven cloth make it drinkable
be collected
Increased surface
area of the burning
fluid
reducing the
preventing a total
possibility of
loss of electrical
electrical shock to power
personnel
219
Water damage to
machinery not
involved in the fire
preventing
saltwater damage
to electrical
equipment
Toxic fumes from

burning insulation
or electric shock
eliminating the
toxic fumes from
burning insulation
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291403
291403
291403
291403
291000
298008
297531
291951
Question
When combating an oil fire in a deep
tank aboard ship, water fog can be
used to extinguish the fire and
__________.
When compared to a high-expansion
foam, a low-expansion foam will
__________.
When compared to a high-expansion
foam, a low-expansion foam will
__________.
When compared to low-expansion
foam, a high-expansion foam will
__________.
When compared to low-expansion
foam, a high-expansion foam will
__________.
When compared to other fire
extinguishing agents, water fog
__________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
contain the burning prevent any
cool the
eliminate
liquid
deformation of the surrounding metal flammable
tank top
combustion gases
be dryer
be lighter
be more heat
resistant
cling to vertical
surfaces
be dryer
be lighter
be less heat
resistant
not cling to vertical

surfaces
be less dense
be heavier
be more heat
resistant

surfaces
be wetter
be lighter
be more heat
resistant

surfaces
has the greatest

ability to produce
foam
has the greatest

cooling ability
will completely
will completely
remove toxic
remove
fumes from the air combustible
vapors from the air
When completing the ballasting

operation of a contaminated tank,
which of the following problems must
be guarded against?
When discharging clean ballast, prior
to entering the loading port, if the
ballast is determined by the oil monitor
to exceed 15 parts per million of oil,
the deballasting must _________.
Back flow of
contaminated
water
Loss of pump
suction
Insufficient pump
pressure when
topping off
Motor overload
due to high
discharge head
be completely
discharged in
order to load
be terminated
automatically
be stopped until
the oil can settle
out, then resumed
at a slower
discharge rate
be completed only
after "load on top"
has been
completed
When discharging the main bank of

fixed CO2 into a major engine room
fire, CO2 pressure is used to
__________.
discharge each
bottle
sound the ships

general alarm
secure the
ventilation fan
damper controls
All of the above.
220
Illustration
ESEP100114
ABS
299002
VER
1
Question
When dumping garbage into the sea,
other than in special areas,
__________.
Choice A
the U.S. Coast
Guard must be
notified for each
occurrence
Choice B
Choice C
records must be
an entry into the
provided and
official log book
maintained for two must be made
years
Choice D
no record is
required if
dumping is carried
out more than 25
miles offshore and
there is no
included plastic
material
291051
a straight stream
into the center of
the space
the high velocity

the high velocity
fog into the center fog at the
of the space
overhead to
absorb heat
the high velocity
the high velocity
fog into the center fog at the deck to
of the fire
cool it for entry
the high velocity

fog at the deck to
cool it for entry
291051
291051
When entering a burning

compartment equipped with a fire
hose and an all-purpose nozzle, you
should first direct __________.
When entering a burning
compartment equipped with a fire
hose and an all-purpose nozzle, you
should first direct __________.
When entering a compartment which
is on fire, __________.
294420
291063
When fighting a fire in an enclosed

space, the hose team should crouch
as low as possible to __________.
protect themselves obtain the best

from smoke
available air
allow the heat and All of the above

steam to pass
overhead
291552
When fighting a fire on deck with

foam, you should __________.
play the foam

stream directly on
the burning oil
only use the foam

on flowing liquids
a straight stream
aimed at the
flames of the fire
Illustration
the high velocity

fog at the
overhead to
absorb heat
you must wear
the flames should a straight stream a straight stream
of water should be of water should be
rubber gloves
be beaten back
used to cool the
from the door with used to cool the
door
fire fighters
water fog
When entering the pump room of a
Protective clothing Flame safety lamp Combustible gas Self-contained
tank vessel to rescue an unconscious and explosionand resuscitation indicator and
breathing
person, which items of the equipment proof flashlight
equipment
canister gas mask apparatus and
listed are you required to be using?
lifelines
play the foam

stream off nearby
vertical vessel
structures
221
play the foam

stream on the
base of the fire
with whirling
motion
ESEP100114
ABS
292453
VER
1
Question
When fighting a fire with a portable
dry chemical extinguisher you should
always __________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
direct the stream attack the fire from bounce the
of chemical toward the leeward side
chemical onto the
the base of the fire
fire from adjacent
structural
members
291068
291068
rotate personnel
station personnel
due to heat stress on the hot deck
immediately above
the fire
not rotate
stand erect and
personnel for
not stay low or
consistency
crouch on the deck
291068
When fighting a large fire on your

vessel and attacking it from ABOVE
the space on fire, it is important to
__________.
__________.
__________.
292602
When fighting a liquefied natural gas

fire, you should __________.
use only carbon

dioxide
291952
When fighting a machinery space fire,

you should operate a fixed CO2
system by opening the control valve to
the space protected and __________.
visually checking operating a

listening for the
to see that CO2 is separate control to sound of the
discharging
release CO2
warning siren
through the piping
291066
When fighting a shipboard fire, crew safety perimeter

members securing doorways,
hatches, and applying cooling water to
adjacent decks and bulkheads, while
monitoring the spread of heat and
smoke, are setting a _________.
fire boundary
buffer zone
cooling zone
292603
When fighting a spreading fire

resulting from a broken fuel line, you
should FIRST __________.
use a soda acid

extinguisher
shut off the fuel

supply
smother the fire

with rags
Illustration
Choice D
spray the chemical
across the tops of
the flames
stay low by
All of the above
kneeling or
crouching on the
deck
station personnel All of the above
on the hot deck,
immediately above
the fire
not rotate
station personnel cool the deck
All of the above
personnel, in order on the hot deck,
directly above the
to consistently and immediately above space of the fire
quickly extinguish the fire
the fire
look for a CO2

extinguisher
use only dry

chemical
222
extinguish the fire, secure the source

then secure the
of gas, then
source of gas
extinguish the fire
modulating the
proper amount of
CO2 from
individual bottles
ESEP100114
ABS
292650
VER
6
292450
291056
292802
294306
When firing a pyrotechnic distress

signal, it should be aimed
__________.
293021
297409
297409
When flooding occurs in a damaged decreases

vessel, reserve buoyancy
__________.
When fuel tanks are being topped off, loading rate
the person-in-charge of bunkering is
directly responsible for the
__________.
When fuel tanks are being topped off, loading rate
the person-in-charge of bunkering
should carefully monitor the
__________.
Question
When fighting an electrical fire, you
When fighting an oil or gasoline fire,
which of the listed fire extinguishing
agents should NEVER be sprayed
directly into the fire?
Choice A
stop ventilation to
the area
Halon
Choice B
stop the vessel
When fighting the fire depicted in

figure 1 of the illustration, which letter
denotes where the attack hose line
would be used?
When fire detecting systems, fire
extinguishing systems, and
associated equipment are not
required by the Coast Guard but are
installed on a cargo vessel at the
option of the vessel's owner, they
__________.
need only to be
Coast Guard
inspected and/or
tested after their
initial installation
must be removed
from the vessel as
the only systems
allowed and
approved are
those listed on the
Coast Guard
Certificate of
Inspection
must also be
inspected and/or
tested in
accordance with
Coast Guard
Regulations at
each Inspection for
Certification
are exempt from

all tests and/or
inspections as
normally required
by a Coast Guard
inspector if
maintained in a
suitable working
condition and used
only as a back up
into the wind
straight ahead
at the vessel
approximately 60
whose attention
above the horizon
you want to attract
Choice C
Choice D
secure electricity to apply CO2 to the
the circuit
fire
Solid water stream Low velocity fog
Steam smothering
remains the same increases
shifts to the low

side
vessel draft
readings
quality of fuel
received
temperature of fuel
received
vessel draft
readings
quality of fuel
received
temperature of fuel
received
223
Illustration
SF-0013
ESEP100114
ABS
297115
VER
3
296707
297103
290217
When hydrogen sulfide has been

20
encountered on a MODU, or is
anticipated, monitoring devices must
sound an alarm (differing from the
lower concentration alarm) or
otherwise warn employees when the
concentration of the gas reaches or
exceeds how many parts per million?
290206
When hydrogen sulfide is burned

(flared) on a MODU, which of the
following conditions can be expected
to occur?
299152
294212
When in a liferaft, the use of a sea

reduce your drift
anchor will __________.
When inspecting a stored inflatable
fastened to the
liferaft on deck, you should make sure float-free link
that the operating cord is _________.
294320
Question
When fueling, it is important to ground
the ship with regard to static
electricity. Therefore, you must
connect the __________.
When giving first aid, you should
understand how to conduct primary
and secondary surveys in addition to
__________.
When handling petroleum products,
static electricity is generated by
moving machinery and __________.
When inspecting a survival craft, you

should check to make sure that the
__________.
Choice A
fuel hose before
the bonding cable
Choice B
Choice C
bonding cable only bonding cable
if sparks are seen before the fuel
hose has been
connected
which medications how to diagnose
the limits of your
to prescribe
an illness from
capabilities
symptoms
a grounded person the flowing
petroleum liquids
All of the hydrogen

sulfide will be
converted to sulfur
dioxide.
sea anchor is
deployed
Illustration
Choice D
bonding cable
through a ground
fault circuit breaker
how to set broken
bones
stray electric
currents
a short circuit
50
100
200
All of the hydrogen

sulfide will be
converted to
hydrogen and free
sulphur.
keep the liferaft
from turning
not fastened to
anything
Only 80% of the

hydrogen sulfide
will be converted to
sulfur dioxide or
free sulphur.
aid in recovering
the liferaft
secured to the
hydrostatic release
The hydrogen
sulfide not
converted will not
be dangerous.
hydraulic starting
system has been
drained
hydraulic pressure steering controls

is within the
are locked
specified range
224
increase your
visibility
fastened to the raft
container
SF-0042
ESEP100114
ABS
292750
VER
1
292351
292103
294008
Question
Choice A
When involved in fighting a fire aboard generate
a ship with an aluminum
poisonous fumes
superstructure, it is important to
remember that aluminum structures
exposed to the high heat __________.
Choice B
Choice C
are more
are susceptible to
susceptible to
spontaneous
collapse than steel ignition
structures
When is it required for a dry chemical After each use

fire extinguisher to be recharged?
Choice D
all of the above
When the air

temperature
exceeds 90F
When is it required for carbon dioxide At least once each Each time the
fire extinguishers to be recharged?
year.
vessel dry-docks.
Every six months
When jumping into water upon which

there is an oil fire, you should
__________.
break the water

use your hands to
surface with your hold your knees to
hands when diving your chest
head first
294303
When launching a lifeboat, frapping

lines should be rigged __________.
before the gripes

are released
294212
294212
secured to the
fastened to some
substantial part of
the vessel
fastened to some
substantial part of
the vessel
on only the forward
falls
not fastened to
anything
294303
on only the after

falls
fore and aft with a from the falls to the

lead of about 45 tricing gear
to the boat
294213
When launching an inflatable liferaft,

you should make sure that the
operating cord is __________.
When launching an inflatable liferaft,
you should make sure that the
operating cord is __________.
When lowering lifeboats as the vessel
is pitching in heavy seas, a good
practice is to rig frapping lines
__________.
When making a permanent repair to
an inflatable liferaft using a repair kit,
how long after the repair is made
should you hold off 'topping up' the
lost air?
before the boat is

moved from the
davits
not fastened to
anything
cover your eyes

with one hand
while pinching your
nose shut and
covering your
mouth with the
other
before the tricing
pendant is
released
secured to the
hydrostatic release
You do not have to 12 hours

hold off
225
Illustration
Every 12 months
When the charged When the trigger

weight decreases seal has been
by 10%.
broken.
24 hours
enter the water at

the bow or stern,
on the windward
side of the vessel
after the boat is in

the water
container
2 hours
ESEP100114
ABS
298703
VER
1
298706
295001
295001
Question
Choice A
When making entries in the Oil
recorded as cubic
Record Book, all quantities should be meters with a
__________.
conversion to
barrels
When making entries in the Oil

Record Book, the date, operational
code, and item number shall be
inserted in the appropriate columns.
Furthermore, the required particulars
shall be __________.
When more than six short blasts and
one long blast of the ship's whistle,
accompanied by the same signal on
the general alarm bell is sounded, the
recorded only for

accidental oil
discharges
Choice B
verified by the
Chief Engineer
Choice C
Choice D
recorded directly
consistently
from the oil
recorded through
discharge monitor the Oil Record
Book in one
specified unit
(gallons, barrels,
cubic meters)
recorded only for signed by the oiler recorded
operations
who enters them in chronologically in
involving discharge the Oil Record
the blank space
of oily waste
Book
fire and
emergency
boat recall
man overboard
boat stations
(abandon ship)
When more than six short blasts and fire and

one long blast of the ship's whistle,
emergency
accompanied by the same signal on
the general alarm bell is sounded, the
boat recall
man overboard
boat stations
(abandon ship)
299003
When off-loading garbage to another

ship, your records must identify that
ship by name and __________.
home port
operator's name of official number

record
master's name
293001
When opening a watertight door to

check a compartment suspected of
flooding, which of the dogs shown in
the illustration should you back off
FIRST?
226
Illustration
SF-0019
ESEP100114
ABS
294311
VER
4
293756
294214
294214
297103
291965
297333
290215
Question
When operating gravity davits,
__________.
Choice A
Choice B
the gripes should the davits should
be released after always be hand
the boat is moving cranked the last 12
inches into the final
stowed position
Choice C
the boats are
generally lowered
by surging the falls
around cruciform
bits
Choice D
the tricing pendant
should be tripped
prior to releasing
the gripes
When patching holes in the hull of a

MODU, pillows, bedding, and other
soft materials can be used as
__________.
When personnel are lifted by a
helicopter from an inflatable liferaft,
the personnel on the raft should
__________.
When personnel are lifted by a
helicopter from an inflatable liferaft,
the personnel on the raft should
__________.
When petroleum products are
handled, static electricity can be
generated by __________.
When pilot cylinder pressure is used
to initialize the release of CO2 from a
fixed fire extinguishing system
containing four storage cylinders, what
would be the minimum number of pilot
cylinders required in this installation?
caulking
gaskets
strong backs
wedges
deflate the floor of

the raft to reduce
the danger of
capsizing
deflate the floor of
the raft to reduce
the danger of
capsizing
splashing or
agitation of the
fluids
1
inflate the floor of

the raft to provide
for additional
stability
inflate the floor of
the raft to provide
for additional
stability
excessive
pressure on the
fluids
2
remove their
lifejackets to
prepare for the
transfer
remove their
lifejackets to
prepare for the
transfer
low temperature
fluids only
take in the sea

anchor to prevent
fouling of the
rescue sling
take in the sea
anchor to prevent
fouling of the
rescue sling
low viscosity fluids
only
When preparing to pump flammable

liquids with a centrifugal pump, you
should __________.
lift the relief valve

by hand to check
its operation
draw a small
have a standby
check for gland
quantity of liquid to pump running with leakage and any
prime the pump
the discharge
fire hazard
valve closed
When pumping sour crude, which gas Benzene

should be tested for prior to entering
the cargo pump room to repair a
leaking pump?
Carbon monoxide
227
Hydrogen sulfide
Illustration
Tetraethyl lead
ESEP100114
ABS
292154
VER
1
293755
290300
290300
294325
294325
294325
When retrieving the survival craft, the that all personnel

winch operator should stop the winch are seated in the
and check __________.
craft
299412
When scheduled service is required

on an inflatable liferaft, who should
perform the tests and inspections?
The chief mate
297527
close the deck

isolating valve
293761
When securing the operation of an

inert gas system, the final step should
be _________.
When shoring a damaged bulkhead
on a MODU, any effort should be
taken to spread the pressure over the
__________.
Question
Choice A
When reentering an engine room that leave the access
door partially open
has been flooded with CO2, the
investigating team should initially
__________.
When removing the cap from a
the tank is full
sounding tube on a MODU, the sound
of air escaping indicates __________.
Choice B
enter from the
lowest possible
level
When required to work in an area

where explosive gases may
accumulate, you should use hand
tools which are __________.
When required to work in an area
where explosive gases may
accumulate, you should use tools
which are __________.
When retrieving the survival craft, the
helmsman should instruct the
crewman to __________.
When retrieving the survival craft, the
winch operator should stop the winch
and check __________.
approved by the
Coast Guard
high carbon steel
fixed with a ferrous nonferrous

cover
approved by the
Coast Guard
high carbon steel
fireproof
the tank may be

partially flooded
check the fuel level open the doors
that all personnel

are seated in the
craft
that the cable has

not jumped any
grooves on the
drum
that the cable has
not jumped any
grooves on the
drum
An approved
servicing facility
close the flue gas

isolating valve
Choice C
enter from the
highest level with
breathing
apparatus
the tank level has
dropped
Choice D
attempt to operate
propulsion
machinery
Illustration
the tank is
completely flooded
non-ferrous
take the lifejackets check that hooks

off
are fully locked in
place
which way the wind the hydraulic fluid
is blowing
level before lifting
which way the wind the hydraulic fluid

is blowing
level before lifting
Shipyard
personnel
A certified
lifeboatman
secure the salt

water supply to the
scrubber
maximum possible minimum possible nearest watertight nearest
area
area
door
longitudinal girder
228
secure the inert

gas blower
ESEP100114
ABS
294306
VER
7
Question
When should distress flares and
rockets be used?
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
Only when there is They should be set They should be set Immediately upon
a chance of them off at half-hour
off at one-hour
abandoning the
being sighted by
intervals.
intervals.
vessel.
rescue vessels.
294306
19
When should distress flares and

rockets be used?
Only when there is They should be set They should be set Immediately upon
a chance of them off at half-hour
off at one hour
abandoning the
being seen by
intervals.
intervals.
vessel.
rescue vessels.
295511
When should food and water be

After 12 hours
provided to survivors after boarding a
lifeboat or liferaft?
After 24 hours
After 48 hours
294336
When should food or water be

After 12 hours
provided to survivors after boarding a
lifeboat or liferaft?
After 24 hours
After 48 hours
294111
When should the emergency position- Immediately

indicating radio beacon be activated
after abandoning a MODU?
After on hour
294111
When should the emergency position- Immediately

indicating radio beacon (EPIRB) be
activated after abandoning an OSV?
After one hour
297305
When should you expect to find an

insulating flange in a fueling hose?
Some food and

water immediately
and then not until
48 hours later
Some food and

water should be
consumed
immediately and
then not until 48
hours later
Only when another Only after sunset
vessel is in sight
Only when another Only after sunset

vessel is in sight
When transferring When a bonding

When static
LNG.
cable is employed. electricity is not
expected to be a
problem.
229
Illustration
When the terminal

is equipped with a
cathodic protection
system.
ESEP100114
ABS
297105
VER
5
290620
297340
297341
297341
297524
290616
294406
291209
Question
When taking on fuel it is important to
remember that petroleum vapors are
__________.
Choice A
Choice B
not volatile unless lighter than air and
the ambient air
dissipate rapidly
temperature
exceeds 90F
Choice C
unlikely to ignite
except in the
presence of an
open flame
Choice D
heavier than air
and may enter the
bilges and/or
deckhouse
When taking samples of a tank

only sample
atmosphere with an explosimeter, you around the deck
should __________.
longitudinals as
gases are lighter
than air
When taking soundings on a floating reduce the time
the sounding tube
MODU, the tape should be lowered
is open
and brought back quickly to
__________.
When taking tank soundings on a
better identify the
MODU, coating the tape with chalk
correct reading
helps to __________.
When taking tank soundings, coating better indicate the
correct reading
the tape with chalk helps to
__________.
When tanks have been washed with clean ballast
crude oil, and ballasted without being
water rinsed, the ballast is referred to
as _________.
When testing the atmosphere of a
most petroleum
compartment with a combustible gas vapors are lighter
indicator, the operator must
than air and
remember that __________.
accumulate around
deck longitudinals
sample only near

the ullage
openings as all
vapors
accumulate there
avoid creating a
spark
sample as much of
the tank as
possible,
especially at the
bottom
lessen the effect of lessen the effect of
roll or pitch on the heave on the
reading
reading
show the depth of

any water in an oil
tank
show the depth of
any water in an oil
tank
dirty ballast
make the tape roll reduce possibility

easier
of sparks
the indicator
guarantees a safe
atmosphere for a
maximum of two
hours
the meter scale

indicates only the
upper explosive
range
When the alarm bell on a selfcontained breathing apparatus

sounds, how much air supply
remains?
When the cotton cover of a fire hose
becomes oily or greasy, it should be
washed with a solution of mild soapy
freshwater and __________.
A 4-5 minute
supply of air.
A 2-3 minute
supply of air.
A 1 minute supply Less than 1 minute

of air.
supply of air.
a soft-bristled
brush
a wire brush
paint thinner
230
Illustration
avoid sampling in
the vicinity of deep
webs to prevent
false readings
make the tape roll reduce possibility

easier
of sparks
segregated ballast dedicated ballast
the indicator tests

only the
atmosphere at the
end of the suction
tube
cornstarch
ESEP100114
ABS
291951
VER
5
293256
293264
290307
291102
Question
When the engine room fixed CO2
system is activated, which of the
following actions should be taken
FIRST if the automatic fuel oil and
ventilation shutoffs have failed to
operate?
When the floating MODU inclines to
an angle slightly less than the angle of
loll, it will __________.
When the force of the wind causes a
floating MODU to heel to a static
angle, the __________.
Choice A
Choice B
Manually operate Activate an
the remote
additional CO2
shutdown controls. bottle to increase
pressure on the
pressure switch
plunger.
capsize
incline less
Choice C
Send someone
down to manually
secure the fuel oil
pumps and
ventilation fans.
Illustration
Choice D
Discharge extra
carbon dioxide into
the engine room.
flop to the other

side
return to the angle

of loll
down flooding
point is below
water
deck edge
immersion occurs
righting moment
equals the wind
heeling moment
When the general alarm is sounded

continuously, the engine room
personnel should __________.
centers of
buoyancy and
gravity are in the
same
proceed to their
man overboard
stations
When the handle "A" is in the midposition of the combination nozzle

shown in the illustration, which of the
following statements will be correct?
Low velocity fog

will be emitted
from the part
labeled "D".
High velocity fog

will be emitted
from the part
labeled "D".
secure the
propulsion diesel
engines and
evacuate the
engine room
A solid stream will No water will be
be emitted from
emitted from the
the part labeled
nozzle.
"B".
291102
no flow
a solid stream
low velocity fog
high velocity fog
SF-0011
291102
no water flow
a solid stream
low velocity fog
high velocity fog
SF-0011
293034
Positive.
Neutral.
Unstable.
Negative.
293251
When the handle is in position "B",

and piece "D" is in place, the device
shown in the illustration will produce
__________.
When the handle is in position "C", the
device shown in the illustration will
produce __________.
When the height of metacenter is
greater than the height of the center of
gravity, a vessel has what type of
stability?
When the height of the metacenter
has the same value as the height of
the center of gravity, the metacentric
height is equal to __________.
height of the
metacenter
height of the
center of gravity
same as half the

height of the
metacenter
zero
start the fire pump put on lifejackets

and go to their
abandon ship
stations
231
SF-0015
ESEP100114
ABS
293034
VER
1
293034
293034
297525
291600
298200
298200
Question
When the height of the metacenter is
less than the height of the center of
stability?
less than the height of the center of
stability?
the same as the height of the center
of gravity, the upright equilibrium
position is __________.
Choice A
Stable
Choice B
Neutral
Choice C
Unstable
Choice D
Positive
Stable
Neutral
Negative
Positive
stable
neutral
positive
negative
When the inert gas system is

temporarily unable to maintain a
positive pressure, or an oxygen
content less than 8%, cargo
operations should _________.
When the machinery spaces on a
tank vessel are protected by a fixed
foam extinguishing system, what
additional protection is required by
outside of the machinery space
entrance?
When the scuppers are plugged and
an oil spill occurs on deck, you should
__________.
continue at a
slower rate until
these
requirements are
met
At least one
portable foam
extinguisher
continue only
be shut down
under "Emergency immediately
Procedures"
use absorbent
material, such as
sawdust, to clean
up the spill
remove the plugs

from the scuppers
to allow the spill to
run overboard and
wipe the area dry
with rags
remove scuppers
and wash the fuel
overboard with a
solvent
sound the general

alarm
use absorbent
material, such as
sawdust, to clean
up the spill
remove plugs from

scuppers to allow
the spill to run
overboard and
wipe the area dry
with rags
remove plugs from

scuppers and
wash the fuel
overboard with a
solvent
When the scuppers are plugged and remove plugs from

an oil spill occurs on deck, you should scuppers and
__________.
wash fuel
overboard with
water
Illustration
monitored more
frequently
At least ten cubic At least one semi- At least two fire

feet of sand of with portable CO2
hydrants each
scoop
extinguisher
equipped with
hose, nozzle and
applicator
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Question
When the survival craft is supplied
with bottles of compressed air, they
are used for __________.
When the wave period and the
apparent rolling period of the MODU
are the same, __________.
When transferring survivors from a
survival craft to a rescue vessel,
personnel onboard the craft should
__________.
Choice A
personnel air
supply
Choice B
Choice C
additional flotation priming the
sprinkler system
Choice D
filling the selfrighting bags
synchronous
rolling occurs
the roll period

decreases
the roll period

increases
the roll amplitude

is dampened
remove their
lifejackets to make
it easier to climb
onboard the
rescue vessel
climb on top of the

survival craft while
waiting for their
turn to transfer to
the rescue vessel
remain seated
enter the water
inside the survival and swim over to
craft and make the the rescue vessel
transfer one
person at a time
When transferring survivors from a

survival craft to a rescue vessel,
personnel onboard the craft should
__________.
remove their
lifejackets to make
it easier to climb
onboard the
rescue vessel
climb on top of the

survival craft while
waiting for their
turn to transfer to
the rescue vessel
remain seated
enter the water
inside the survival and swim over to
craft and make the the rescue vessel
transfer one
person at a time
296405
ten minutes
fifteen minutes
296303
When treating a chemical burn, you

five minutes
should flood the burned area for at
least __________.
When treating a person for shock, you decrease body
should wrap the victim in warm
heat
coverings to __________.
preserve present
body heat
avoid self-inflicted protect the person

wounds caused by from injury during
spastic movement transportation
296401
292453
292455
When treating a person for third

degree burns, you should
__________.
submerge the burn make the person

area in cold water stand up and walk
to increase
circulation
When using a dry chemical fire
attack the fire from direct the chemical
extinguisher to fight a fuel oil fire, you the leeward side
discharge into the
should __________.
center of the
burning fuel
surface
When using a dry chemical type fire
extinguisher in a windy location, you
should direct the stream from
__________.
downwind
upwind
233
Illustration
twenty minutes
cover the burns

with thick sterile
dressing
break blisters and

remove dead
tissue
sweep the
chemical
discharge back
and forth across
the burning fuel
surface
across the wind
invert the dry

chemical
extinguisher to
fight the fire
directly above
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When using a handheld smoke signal on the upwind side inside the craft
aboard a survival craft, you should
of the craft
activate the signal __________.
at the stern of the

craft
on the downwind
side of the craft
294306
17
When using a handheld smoke signal on the upwind side inside the craft
of the craft
at the stern of the

craft
on the downwind
side of the craft
294306
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11
When using a handheld smoke signal

in a lifeboat, you should hold and
__________.
When using a handheld smoke signal
in a liferaft, you should __________.
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Question
Choice A
When using a handheld smoke signal on the downwind
side of the craft
activate the signal

on the downwind
side
activate the signal
on the downwind
side
When using a handheld smoke signal activate the signal
in a liferaft, you should __________. on the downwind
side
cooling the surface
When using foam, a 'Class B' fire is
When using mechanical foam to fight at the overhead
a bilge fire, the stream of foam is most
effective when directed __________.
When using portable tank cleaning
machines, the hoses may be
disconnected when __________.
When using the combustible gas
indicator to test a cargo tank, and the
hydrocarbon content of the
atmosphere exceeds the upper
explosive limit (UEL), __________.
Choice B
Choice C
on the upwind side inside the craft
of the craft
Choice D
at the stern of the
craft
Illustration
activate the signal activate the signal activate the signal

on the upwind side inside the boat
under water
at the stern
at the stern
replacing the fuel
smothering the fire all of the above
at a vertical
surface
onto the deck
directly into the

bilge water
the machine is
inside the tank
the machine is not a sailor is standing the hose has been

inside the tank
by the machine
partially drained
the needle will

move to zero and
stay there
the needle will

move to the
maximum reading
and stay there
234
the needle will

an audible beeping
move to the
will be heard
maximum reading
and return to zero
immediately
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When using the rainwater collection

tubes on a liferaft, the FIRST
collection should be __________.
294215
When using the rainwater collection

tubes on a liferaft, the FIRST
collection should be __________.
291000
290305
When water fog is used as an

extinguishing agent, the fire is
extinguished principally by the
__________.
When welding or burning aboard a
vessel, precautions should always
include that __________.
290305
When welding or burning aboard a

vessel, you must be certain that the
space __________.
295002
295110
294306
Question
Choice A
When using the hand crank to retrieve Make certain the
and stow a lifeboat on gravity davits, hand brake is
which of the listed precaution should disengaged.
always be observed?
Choice B
Choice C
Put the emergency Make certain the
disconnect switch crank is in the
in the 'off' position. locked position.
passed around so poured overboard

all can drink
because of salt
washed off the
canopy
passed around so poured overboard
all can drink
because of salt
washed off the
canopy
isolation of the fuel absorption of heat
Choice D
Disconnect the
limit switch.
saved to be used
at a later time
used to boil food
saved to be used
at a later time
used to boil food
displacement of
gases of
combustion
extinguishment of
incipient
smoldering
the space is
the surrounding
properly ventilated area has no
exposed
flammable material
no welding be
all of the above
allowed on the
outside of fuel tank
walls
is properly vented
contains no
explosive fumes
has no oil or
all of the above
flammable material
in the area
When whistle signals are used as

use the float-free
commands for launching the lifeboats, method only
one short blast means __________.
lower all boats
raise all boats
drill is over, secure

all boats
When working around deck

it doesn't allow for
machinery it is a good safety practice proper faking of
to avoid standing in a 'bight' of a rope the line
because __________.
the coil may

become tangled
and difficult to
manage
a sudden yank on
the line may trap
your leg
your work shoes

may cause
damage to the
rope
When you are firing a pyrotechnic

distress signal, it should be aimed
__________.
at the vessel
into the wind
whose attention
you want to attract
straight overhead
235
Illustration
at about 60
degrees above the
horizon
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Question
When you are firing a pyrotechnic
distress signal, it should be aimed
__________.
Choice A
straight overhead
When you are wearing a selfcontained breathing apparatus, you

should immediately return to fresh air
if you feel __________.
When you have completed bunkering
operations, the hoses should be
__________.
When you hear three short blasts on
the ship's whistle and the same signal
on the general alarm bells, you
__________.
__________.
__________.
When you notice oil on the water near
your vessel while taking on fuel, you
should FIRST __________.
heat in the canister excess air flow in

or hose
the mask
Where are "prohibited oil spaces"

specified in the Pollution Prevention
Regulations (33 CFR)?
Where are remote readouts for
oxygen concentration, pressure, and
temperature of an inert gas system
required to be located?
Where are self-closing doors required
on a MODU?
Choice B
Choice C
at the vessel
into the wind
whose attention
you want to attract
Illustration
Choice D
at about 60
degrees above the
horizon
are required to be
at your liferaft
nauseous,
dizziness or high
breathing
resistance
drained into drip
stowed with their steam cleaned and
flushed with hot
pans or tanks
ends open for
water
venting
are dismissed from should point to the should start the fire
drills
man overboard
pump
are required to go
to your liferaft
drills
man overboard
pump
are required to go
to your liferaft
drills
man overboard
pump
stop loading
notify the senior

deck officer
notify the terminal

superintendent
determine whether
your vessel is the
source
Part 151
Part 154
Part 155
Part 156
blown down with

inert gas
two pulls on the

safety line
Bridge and engine Bridge and tank(s) Main deck and

control consoles
being inerted
engine control
consoles
Cargo control and

engine control
consoles
In the galley
To the engine
room
In each stair tower To each sleeping

room
236
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Question
Where foam extinguishing systems
are provided on a MODU, each
machinery flat in the protected space
must have a/an __________.
Choice B
alarm
Choice C
drain
Where grades A, B, C, and D liquid

the compartment
cargoes are involved, power-driven or itself is gas free
manually-operated spark producing
devices shall not be used in the cargo
pump room unless __________.
the vessel is gas

free
all cargo tanks are all cargo tanks

empty
have been inerted
Where in the Code of Federal

Regulations will you find information
about the compatibility of cargoes?
Title 46
Subchapter D
Title 46
Subchapter N
Title 46
Subchapter O
291304
Where multiple fire pumps are

installed, they may be used for other
purposes, provided that one pump is
__________.
on line and in
operation at all
times to the fire
main
kept available for

use on the fire
main at all times
capable of being
rated at or above
quickly connected 125 psi
to the fire main
with a suitable
pipe spool
295000
12
On the navigating
bridge
In the engine room All of the above
296713
Eye injuries
Back injuries with

spinal cord
damage
Airway and
breathing
difficulties
296713
Eye injuries
Burns
Major multiple
fractures
298111
Where should muster lists be posted? In crew's

accommodation
spaces
Where there are multiple accident
Major multiple
victims, which injuries should be the
fractures
FIRST to receive emergency
treatment?
Where there are multiple accident
Severe shock
victims, which type of injury should be
the first to receive emergency
treatment?
Where will you find the procedures for The vessel's
the reporting of oil discharge into the Certificate of
water?
Inspection
The vessel's Oil

Record Book
The vessel's Oil

Transfer
Procedures
The vessel's
International Oil
Pollution
Prevention
Certificate
Choice A
coaming
237
Choice D
fire sensor
Illustration
Title 33
Subchapter O
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Question
Where would you expect to find a
"charged mist" on a tanker?
Where would you find a list of the
lifesaving equipment onboard your
supply boat?
Where would you find a list of the
lifesaving equipment onboard your
supply boat?
Where would you find the FCC
authorization for transmitting on your
rig's EPIRB?
Where would you look to find out what
your duties are during a fire?
Where would you look to find out what
your duties are during a fire?
Where would you look to find the
number of hand portable fire
extinguishers required on an
uninspected towing or fishing industry
vessel?
Which abbreviation represents the
height of the center of buoyancy?
Which CFR regulation identifies the
placard to be posted on the vessel
describing the proper disposal of
garbage?
Which dangerous condition should be
kept in mind after using a 15 pound
CO2 fire extinguisher on a small oil
fire on the engine room floor plates?
Choice B
In a cargo tank
during
"Butterworthing".
Muster List
("Station Bill")
Choice C
In a cargo tank
during inerting
operations.
Certificate of
Inspection
U. S. Coast Guard
Regulations
Ship's articles
Muster List
("Station Bill")
Certificate of
Inspection
U. S. Coast Guard
Regulations
On the Ship
Station License.
On the side of the In the radio log.

EPIRB transmitter.
On the Certificate
of Inspection.
Ship's articles
Muster List
("Station Bill")
Certificate of
Inspection
U.S. Coast Guard

Regulations
Coast Guard
Regulations
Modern Marine
Engineer's Manual
Muster list
Ship's articles
The Damage
Control Book
Fire fighter's
Handbook
BK
Certificate of
Inspection
Subchapter C,
Rules and
Regulations for
Uninspected
Vessels
KB
CB
BM
33 CFR Part
159.51
33 CFR Part
157.37
33 CFR Part
157.100
33 CFR Part
151.59
Possible
suffocation from
the CO2 gas.
Forgetting to
secure the engine
room ventilation
system.
CO2
CO2 gas being

Rekindling of the
drawn into nearby fire.
engine or air
compressor
intakes.
Water stream
Water fog
CO2
Dry Chemical
Which extinguishing agent is most

Foam
likely to allow reflash as a result of not
cooling the fuel below its ignition
temperature?
Which extinguishing agent is the best Foam
for use on electrical fires?
Illustration
Choice D
In the overflow line
while topping off.
Choice A
In a common vent
header during tank
ballasting.
Ship's articles
238
Water fog
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292751
Question
Which fire boundary should be set
FIRST, after the discovery of a fully
evolved fire in a ship's laundry room
which is too hot for a direct entry?
Choice A
An adjacent store
room containing
spare engine
parts.
Choice C
An adjacent store
room containing
spare bed
mattresses.
Choice D
An adjacent store
room containing
laundry detergent.
Halon 1211
Choice B
A store room
directly above the
laundry room
containing
combustibles.
Carbon dioxide
Which fire extinguisher is most prone

to freezing when stowed in low
temperatures?
Which health hazard term is listed on
a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
to indicate that contact with the
substance will freeze body tissue on
contact?
Which is the best way to ensure
adequate oxygen is present for safe
entry into a seldom used cargo tank?
Foam
Dry chemical
Freeze hazard
Cyanosis
Freon hazard
Cryogenic
Observe the
amount of rust
deposited on the
tank's surface.
They provide
sufficient floatation
to do away with the
necessity of
wearing a life
jacket.
Ventilate the tank

with fresh air and
test with an oxygen
indicator.
They should be
tight fitting.
Open the manhole

cover for
approximately ten
minutes.
A puncture in suit
will not appreciably
reduce its value.
Which of the actions listed and

instituted on your part will have the
greatest lasting effect on the crew with
respect to safety?
taken by the engineer on watch when
the general alarm is sounded
continuously for 10 seconds?
taken FIRST to control an oil fire in a
fuel oil tank?
Displaying posters Showing video

illustrating safety tapes of actual
practices
accidents
Test tank
atmosphere with a
combustible gas
indicator.
Which is TRUE concerning immersion Only a light layer of
suits and their use?
clothing may be
worn underneath.
Incorporating
Publishing
safety practices in comprehensive
daily routine
safety rules
Engine room
ventilation should
be started.
Main engines
The fire pump
The fixed CO2
should be secured. should be started. system should be
activated.
Commence
draining that tank
as quickly as
possible.
Seal off all vents to Activate the CO2

that tank.
system to that
tank.
239
Illustration
Shut off the steam

heating coils.
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Question
Choice A
Which of the circumstances listed is
The garbage to be
an exception to the garbage discharge discharged will
requirements in Annex V to MARPOL sink.
73/78?
Choice B
Garbage
accumulation
onboard has
exceeded storage
space.
The regulator
Choice C
A person falls
overboard, and a
plastic ice chest is
thrown for flotation.
Choice D
The destination
port or terminal
cannot receive
garbage.
The air cylinder
All of the above
Which of the components listed are

interchangeable between different
backpack self-contained breathing
apparatus produced by various
manufacturers?
Which of the conditions listed is
necessary for a substance to burn?
The face piece
Which of the devices listed below is

designed to prevent flames from
entering through fuel tank vents?
Which of the devices listed is
designed to prevent flames from
entering a fuel tank through tank
vents?
Which of the devices listed must be
used in conjunction with the portable
in-line foam proportioner to produce
foam?
Which of the devices listed will
prevent an inflated liferaft from being
pulled under by a vessel which sinks
in water over 100 feet deep?
Safety cap
Flame screen
Spark arrester
Flame inhibitor
Ball check
Flame screen
Spark arrester
Flame inhibitor
A plain or common The mechanical

fire hose nozzle
foam nozzle
Any low velocity

applicator
An all-purpose
nozzle
The hydrostatic
release
A rottmer release
A weak link in the

painter
The temperature of
the substance
must be equal to
or above its fire
point.
Which of the conditions listed make it Gasoline and oils
difficult to indefinitely maintain fire
act to dissolve the
hoses?
rubber or cement
which holds the
inner jacket and
lining together.
Illustration
The air must

The mixture of
All of the above.
contain oxygen in vapors with air
sufficient quantity. must be between
the LEL and the
UEL.
Heat causes the
Moisture will cause All of the above.
rubber lining to
mildew to form on
harden and crack. the jacket which
destroys the cotton
fiber.
A sheer pin
240
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Question
Which of the devices listed will
prevent an inflated liferaft from being
pulled under by a vessel which sinks
in water over 100 feet deep?
Choice A
The hydrostatic
release
Choice B
A shear pin
Choice C
Choice D
A Rottmer release A weak link in the
painter
Which of the devices listed would be

safe to use in a compartment with
insufficient oxygen?
Which of the documents listed will
describe lifesaving equipment located
aboard your vessel?
Which of the documents listed will
describe lifesaving equipment located
aboard your vessel?
Which of the fire extinguishers listed
is to be weighed annually and sent
ashore for recharging if the weight
loss exceeds 10% of the weight of a
full charge?
listed can be used to effectively
combat a class B fire?
listed is the most effectively used for
putting out a paint locker fire?
Wet handkerchief
Canister type
mask
Dust or gas mask
Muster List
("Station Bill")
Self-contained
breathing
apparatus
Certificate of
Inspection
Forecastle card
Clearance papers
Muster List
("Station Bill")
Certificate of
Inspection
Forecastle card
Clearance papers
Foam
Soda acid
Dry chemical
Carbon dioxide
Dry chemical
CO2
Foam
All of the above
Solid stream of
water
Soda acid
extinguisher
Carbon dioxide
Dry powder
Foam
Water fog
Soda acid
Halon 1301
Purple K
All of the above
Steam
Water
Carbon
tetrachloride
Synthetic and
alcohol foams
Aqueous film
forming foam
(AFFF)
All of the above
Which of the fire extinguishing agents CO2

listed is the safest to use when
combating a class C fire?
Which of the fire extinguishing agents Halon 1211
listed uses a chain breaking action to
put out a fire?
Which of the firefighting agents listed CO2
is the least hazardous to personnel?
Which of the firefighting foams listed
would require the mechanical mixing
of air and foam concentrate?
Protein foam
241
Illustration
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290202
Which of the following can result in an Rusting

oxygen deficiency in a closed space?
Cargo residue
Emergency
Dosage of
treatment of the
medications and
injury at the scene application of
bandages
Fuel oil residue
All of the above
292614
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
291305
Rosebox suction
Sea chest suction
Cofferdam sluice
valve
Fire pump stuffing

box
291700
Which of the following classes of fire

would probably occur in the engine
room bilges?
Which of the following components
provides a direct source of seawater
for the fire main system?
Which of the following conditions are
true concerning shipboard fire
Carbon dioxide
and Halon are both
effective fixed
systems that
protect against
'class C' fires.
Flammable gas
fires are not
extinguished by
fixed systems;
controlled burning
is recommended
until the fuel
source can be shut
off.
Conventional fixed All of the above.

fire extinguishing
systems may not
be effective for use
against 'class D'
fires involving
combustible
metals.
295109
3
1
Good
housekeeping
Warm and dry
Inspections
296302
Warm and damp
Unsafe conditions Intelligent work

habits
Cold and dry
Cold and damp
296604
Which of the following conditions can

contribute to accidents?
Which of the following conditions is a
symptom of a person in shock?
Which of the following conditions is a
symptom of heat stroke __________.
296604
cold and dry skin,

low body
temperature
cold and dry skin,
low body
temperature
hot and moist skin,

high body
temperature
hot and moist skin,
high body
temperature
Question
Which of the following actions should
be taken by the engine room watch
when the general alarm is sounded
continuously?
Which of the following best defines
First Aid?
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
The fire pump
The boiler fires
The fixed CO2
The engine room
should be started. should be secured. system should be ventilation should
initiated into action. be secured.
Medical treatment Setting of broken
of internal injuries bones and
transport of victim
cold and moist

skin, high body
temperature
Which of the following conditions is a cold and moist
symptom of heat stroke __________. skin, high body
temperature
242
Illustration
hot and dry skin,

high body
temperature
hot and dry skin,
high body
temperature
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Question
Choice A
Which of the following conditions is an They detect vapor
important consideration to remember at the sample point
when using a combustible gas
only.
indicator?
Choice B
They do not work
properly in oxygen
deficient
atmospheres.
Which of the following conditions is

NOT a symptom of traumatic shock?
Slow deep
breathing
Pale and cold skin Weak and rapid

pulse
297117
The mixture is too The mixture is too The vapor is about Conditions are
lean to burn.
rich to burn.
to explode.
perfect for
combustion.
297653
Which of the following conditions is

true concerning flammable liquid
vapors with a concentration above the
upper explosive limit?
Which of the following conditions must
be met before a marine chemist will
issue a certificate for a compartment
to be "safe for workers, safe for hot
work"?
The residues in the

compartment must
not be capable of
producing any
toxic gas under
existing
atmospheric
conditions.
The concentration
of combustible
gases in the
compartment's
atmosphere must
be less than 10
percent of the
lower flammable
limit.
The toxic gases in All of the above.

the compartment's
atmosphere must
be within
permissible
concentrations.
294417
Which of the following conditions

represents a particular advantage of
using a positive pressure type selfcontained breathing apparatus in an
atmosphere that is immediately
dangerous to life or health?
The average
operating time for
most air cylinders
is over an hour.
The equipment
used is lightweight
and easy to wear
by reducing
physical strain on
the wearer.
The equipment is
compact and the
wearer can work in
confined spaces
without difficulty.
294306
15

represents the appropriate time for
setting off distress flares and
rockets?
The positive
pressure in the
face piece
prevents
contaminated air
from entering the
face piece.
Only when there is
a chance of them
being seen by
rescue vessels
At half-hour
intervals
At one hour
intervals
Immediately upon
abandoning the
vessel
243
Choice C
Choice D
Any movement of All of the above.
the needle
indicates an
unsafe condition
specifically related
to the toxicity of
petroleum vapors
present.
Illustration
Restlessness and
anxiety
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Question
Choice A
Choice B
Only when there is At half-hour
a chance of them intervals.
setting off distress flares and rockets? being seen by
rescue vessels.
Choice C
At one hour
intervals.
Choice D
Immediately upon
abandoning the
vessel.
18

Only when there is At half-hour
a chance of them intervals.
setting off distress flares and rockets? being seen by
rescue vessels.
At one hour
intervals.
Immediately upon
abandoning the
vessel.
294001
Which of the following conditions will When it is

allow for a work vest to be substituted approved by the
for a lifejacket in the total count of the Coast Guard
required lifesaving gear?
When working
near or over the
water
When stowed
A work vest may
away from the ring never be counted
buoys
as a lifejacket
294001
Which of the following conditions will When it is

allow for a work vest to be substituted approved by the
for a lifejacket in the total count of the Coast Guard
required lifesaving gear?
When working
near or over the
water
When stowed
A work vest may
away from the ring never be counted
buoys
as a lifejacket
297518
Which of the following conditions will

result in an automatic shut down of
the flue gas inert gas system?
Oxygen content of Low temperature

the gas falls below water leaving the
5%.
scrubber seal.
High temperature
gas entering the
scrubber.
291252
Which of the following correctly

identifies the device shown in the
illustration?
A fire main
An international
international shore discharge
connection
connection
A U.S.C.G.
approved fuel
connection
295001
Which of the following emergency

signals are used to report for boat
stations or boat drills?
High temperature
gas discharge from
inert gas blowers.
A U.S.C.G.
approved sewage
disposal
connection
Three short blasts More than six short Steady rapid
Less than five
of the whistle along blasts and one
ringing of the
short blasts and
with the same
long blast of the
ship's bell for at
one long blast of
signal on the
whistle, along with least 10 seconds, the whistle, along
general alarm
the same signal on along with the
with the same
bells.
the general alarm same signal on the signal on the
bells.
general alarm
general alarm
bells.
bells.
244
Illustration
SF-0028
ESEP100114
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295001
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290306
291000
291553
Question
Which of the following emergency
signals are used to report for boat
stations or boat drills?
Choice A
Three short blasts
of the whistle along
with the same
signal on the
general alarm
bells.
Choice B
More than six short
blasts and one
long blast of the
whistle, along with
the same signal on
the general alarm
bells.
Choice C
Steady rapid
ringing of the
ship's bell for at
least 10 seconds,
along with the
same signal on the
general alarm
bells.
Choice D
Less than five
short blasts and
one long blast of
the whistle, along
with the same
signal on the
general alarm
bells.
Which of the following events shall be Watertight doors

conducted during a fire and boat drill? which are in the
drill area shall be
operated.
Which of the following fire
Water fog
extinguishing agents has the greatest
capacity for heat absorption?
All fire pumps shall All of the above.

All lifeboat
equipment shall be be started and all
exterior outlets
examined.
opened.
Dry chemical
Chemical foam
Carbon dioxide
Which of the following fire

CO2
extinguishing agents is best suited for
use on a large class "B" fire occurring
on the open deck of a vessel?
Aqueous film
forming foam
Dry chemical
Steam smothering
system
297104
Which of the following fuels would be

classified as a combustible liquid
rather than a flammable liquid?
diesel oil
alcohol
gasoline
all of the above
290200
Nitrogen
Carbon monoxide
Carbon trioxide
Hydrogen sulfate
297108
Fire
Explosion
Asphyxiation
All of the above
296013
Which of the following gases

represents the greatest threat to
personnel safety in an engine room
where the exhaust gas is leaking from
a diesel engine?
Which of the following hazards is
associated with the handling of
petroleum products?
Which of the following is a correct
statement with respect to inserting an
airway tube?
Only a trained
person should
attempt to insert
an airway tube.
A size #2 airway
The airway tube
Inserting the
tube is the correct will not damage
airway tube will
size for an adult.
the victim's throat. prevent vomiting.
245
Illustration
ESEP100114
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296013
VER
2
298902
297001
294420
290052
294318
Which of the following is NOT a

function of the pressurized air supply
for a fully enclosed lifeboat?
298902
295205

mandatory requirement of the
plan?
recommended safe practice?
296301
290700
Question
Choice A
Which of the following is a correct
Only a trained
statement with respect to inserting an person should
airway tube?
attempt to insert
an airway tube.
Which of the following is a mandatory reporting
requirements
section of the shipboard oil pollution
emergency plan?
Which of the following is classified as Benzene
a grade "E" combustible liquid?
Which of the following is considered
Wear an approved
as the correct action for the rescue of self-contained
an unconscious person from a
breathing
compartment containing an unsafe
apparatus.
atmosphere?
Which of the following is LEAST likely Static electricity
to cause the ignition of fuel vapors?
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
A size #2 airway
The airway tube
Inserting the
tube is the correct will not damage
airway tube will
size for an adult.
the victim's throat. prevent vomiting.
removal equipment plan exercises
list
Bunker "C"
Attach a lifeline to
the rescuer.
An open running
electric motor
list of individuals
required to
respond
Very light naphtha Most commercial
gasoline
Have someone
All of the above.
stand by outside
the compartment.
Loose wiring
Explosion proof
lights
Provides
Pressurizes the
combustion air for water spray
the diesel engine. system.
Provides air for

passenger
respiration.
Prevents smoke
and other noxious
fumes from
entering craft.
reporting
requirements
steps to control a
discharge
national and local

coordination
diagrams

treatment for traumatic shock?
Securing
Operating
equipment against machinery at its
slipping or drifting. recommended
speed.
Keep the patient
Have the injured
warm, but not hot. person lie down.
Using tools for

purposes for which
they are not
designed.
Massage the arms Relieve the pain of
and legs to restore the injury.
circulation.
Which of the following is required to

be included in the fireman's
(emergency) outfit?
Chemical
protection face
shield
Self-contained
breathing
apparatus
Illustration
Approved work
vest
246
Repairing loose
handles on tools
before using.
5 cell approved
flashlight
ESEP100114
ABS
294204
VER
3
Question
Which of the following is the correct
procedure to follow when launching an
inflatable liferaft by hand from an
ocean going vessel?
Choice A
Connect the
stainless steel link
(float free link) to
the vessel.
Choice B
Pull the line
(painter) from the
container and
make it fast to the
cleat provided.
Choice C
Open the canopy
relief valves.
Choice D
Remove the raft
from the container
to permit complete
inflation.
294204
40
Which of the following is the correct

procedure to follow when launching an
inflatable liferaft by hand from an
OSV?
Connect the
stainless steel link
(float free link) to
the vessel.
Pull the line

(painter) from the
container and
make it fast to the
cleat provided.
Open the canopy

relief valves.
Remove the raft

from the container
to permit complete
inflation.
295001
11
Which of the following is used to

More than six short
signal crew members to report at boat blasts followed by
stations or for boat drill?
one long blast of
the ships whistle.
One long blast

followed by three
short blasts of the
ships whistle.
Three short blasts

of the ships
whistle.
298009
Engine room
bilges
Cargo pump room

bilges
298711
Which of the following liquids can

ordinarily be discharged overboard
without being processed through an
oily water separator?
Which of the following machinery
space operations is required to be
logged in the Oil Record Book?
Which of the following methods is a

convenient and effective system of
examining the body of an injury
victim?
Changing out
sprayer plates to
adjust for steam
demand.
Look for
discoloration of the
patient's skin.
Daily inspection of
engine room
bilges.
296717
Ballasting or
Shifting suction of
cleaning of fuel oil main fuel pump to
tanks.
reserve fuel oil
tank.
Compare the
Watch the patient's
corresponding
eyes as you probe
parts of the body. parts of the body.
297512
Which of the following methods is

used to supply inert gas from a flue
gas system to the cargo tanks?
Exhaust gas
pressure
Inert gas
compressor
A continuous blast
of the ships whistle
for a period of not
less than 10
seconds.
Cargo tank ballast Segregated ballast
High capacity fan
247
Illustration
Look for
uncontrolled
vibration or
twitching of parts
of the body.
Natural aspiration
ESEP100114
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291054
VER
2
Question
Which of the following methods
should be used to prevent a class "A"
fire in a topside compartment, with
steel bulkheads, from spreading to the
adjacent compartments?
Choice A
Sweep the exterior
bulkheads with a
solid stream of
water until the fire
is reportedly
extinguished.
Choice B
Sweep the exterior
bulkheads with a
solid stream of
water until steam
is no longer
produced, secure
the nozzle, and
repeat as
necessary.
Choice C
Sweep the exterior
bulkheads with
water fog until the
fire is reportedly
extinguished.
Illustration
Choice D
Sweep the exterior
bulkheads with
water fog until
steam is no longer
produced, secure
the nozzle, and
repeat as
necessary.
291054
Which of the following methods

should be used to prevent a class "A"
fire in a topside compartment, with
steel bulkheads, from spreading to the
adjacent compartments?
Sweep all exterior

surfaces with
water fog until the
fire is reportedly
extinguished.
Sweep all exterior

surfaces with a
solid stream of
water until the fire
is reportedly
extinguished.
Sweep all exterior

surfaces with a
solid stream of
water until steam
is no longer
produced, secure
the nozzle, and
repeat as
necessary.
Sweep all exterior

surfaces with
water fog until
steam is no longer
produced, secure
the nozzle, and
repeat as
necessary.
297115
Which of the following methods will

Using a cargo
reduce the possibility of producing an hose with a built in
electrical spark?
electrical bonding
wire.
Connecting a
bonding wire
between the shore
side piping and
the vessel.
294204
294204
38
294204
Which of the following must be carried Pull on the

out in order to launch and inflate an
hydrostatic
inflatable liferaft?
release, pull on the
sea painter.
Which of the following must be carried Pull on the
out in order to launch and inflate an
hydrostatic
release, pull on the
sea painter.
Which of the following must be carried It will be easily
out in order to manually launch an
launched by simply
inflatable liferaft not designed for float- breaking the weak
free operation?
link.
Placing an
insulating flange or
a section of
nonconducting
hose in the hose
setup.
Push on the
Push on the
hydrostatic
hydrostatic
release, pull on the release, push on
sea painter.
the sea painter.
Push on the
Push on the
hydrostatic
hydrostatic
release, pull on the release, push on
sea painter.
the sea painter.
Depress the
It is easily
hydrostatic release launched by
button.
cutting the
container securing
straps.
248
All of the above.
Pull on the
hydrostatic
release, push on
the sea painter.
Pull on the
hydrostatic
release, push on
the sea painter.
It is only necessary
to attach the weak
link to the vessel.
ESEP100114
ABS
294204
VER
39
Question
Which of the following must be carried
out in order to manually launch an
inflatable liferaft not designed for floatfree operation?
Choice A
Choice B
It will be easily
Depress the
launched by simply hydrostatic release
breaking the weak button.
link.
295109
Unsafe actions
Orderliness
298710
Which of the following must be

eliminated to prevent accidents?
Which of the following operations
aboard a tanker must be recorded in
the Oil Record Book on a tank-to-tank
basis according to Coast Guard
Regulations?
Any internal
transfer of oil
cargo during a
voyage.
The discharge
overboard in port
or at sea of any
bilge water
accumulated in
machinery spaces.
297314

Posting of the
Topping off any
must be personally supervised by the Declaration of
tanks being
person-in-charge when taking on fuel? Inspection in a
loaded.
conspicuous place
under glass.
294204
16

Open the liferaft
should be carried out when launching casing
an inflatable liferaft by hand?
294308
Which of the following persons may

Licensed deck
command a lifeboat in ocean service? officer
297662
Which of the following precautions are The pump room is The adjacent
necessary when using any electrical to be gas free.
compartments are
equipment in a hazardous location,
to be gas free.
such as a cargo pump room?
Choice C
It is easily
launched by
cutting the
container securing
straps.
Frequent
inspections
The loading or
unloading of any or
all oil cargo.
Illustration
Choice D
It is only necessary
to attach the weak
link to the vessel.
Overboard
disposal of all
waste oil or slops
from drip pans.
Sampling
performed
periodically during
loading to ensure
uniformity.
Turn the valve on Make sure the

the CO2 cylinder to operating cord is
start inflation
secured to the
vessel before
throwing it over the
side
Able seaman
Certified
lifeboatmen
249
Good work
habit/practices
All of the above.
After inflation,
detach operating
cord from liferaft
All of the above
Each compartment All of the above.

where flammable
gas is expected to
accumulate is to
be closed and
secured.
ESEP100114
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296406
VER
1
297252
296710
294420
Question
Which of the following precautions
should be taken when treating burns
caused by contact with dry lime?
Choice A
Water should be
applied in a fine
spray.
Choice B
Choice C
The burned area
The entire burn
should be
area should be
immersed in water. covered with
ointment.
Illustration
Choice D
Before washing
with water, the lime
should be brushed
away gently and
removed from skin
contact.
Which of the following pressures

represents the normal pressure
setting of a pressure-vacuum relief
valve as normally found on tank
vessels?
Which of the following procedures can
be used for checking for spinal cord
damage to an unconscious patient?
22.7 psia - 14.7

psia
20.7 psia - 14.6

psia
18.7 psia - 14.4

psia
16.7 psia - 14.2

psia
Beginning at the
back of the neck,
and proceeding to
the buttocks, press
the spine to find
where it hurts.
Prick the skin of

the hands and the
soles of the feet
with a sharp
object to check for
reaction.
Selectively raise
each arm and
each leg and
watch patient's
face to see if he
registers pain.
Roll patient onto

his stomach and
prick along the
length of his spine
to check reaction.
Which of the following procedures is

always recommended in the rescue of
an unconscious person from a
compartment containing an unsafe
atmosphere?
Have the rescuers

wear an approved
self-contained
breathing
apparatus.
Have the rescuers

carry in a stokes
basket for the
victim.
Have the rescuer

carry an
emergency first aid
kit for the victim.
Have the rescuers

carry a
combustible gas
analyzer.
290624

the generally accepted method of
determining whether the atmosphere
within a cargo tank is flammable?
Use the open

flame test on a
small sample that
has been taken
from the tank.
Send a gas
sample ashore for a teledyne oxygen explosimeter.
290624

the generally accepted method of
determining whether the atmosphere
within a cargo tank is over rich,
explosive, or too lean to support
combustion?
Use the open

flame test on a
small sample that
has been taken
from the tank.
Send a gas
sample ashore for a teledyne oxygen explosimeter or
combustible gas
indicator.
250
ESEP100114
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290304
VER
1
292400
298305
295003
295003
Which of the following represents the

emergency signal for fire aboard
ship?
297514
Which of the following represents the less than 6%

maximum percent of oxygen, by
volume, permitted to be discharged by
a ship's inert gas system when
operating properly?
Question
Choice A
Having a portable
Which of the following procedures
CO2 ready at each
reduces the possibility of an interior
duct opening.
ventilation duct fire from rapidly
spreading?
Make certain that
Which of the following procedures
should be used to examine a cartridge- the pressure
operated dry chemical fire
cartridge has not
extinguisher?
been punctured.
Which of the following represents an Quick-acting
power actuated
emergency procedure used to stop
valve
the oil flow aboard tank vessels, of
250 tons or greater, as required by
CFR)?
Which of the following represents the More than six short
emergency signal for fire aboard
blasts and one
ship?
long blast on the
whistle.
More than six short

blasts and one
long blast on the
whistle.
Choice B
Keeping the duct
interior clean.
Choice C
Choice D
Having a fire hose Keeping the duct
charged at each
exterior clean.
duct opening.
Check to see that

hose and nozzle
are clear.
Ensure that dry

chemical is not
become caked.
Self-closing
emergency
disconnect fitting
Pressure-sensitive Manually-operated
oil pressure
quick-closing valve
controller
Continuous blast
of the ship's
of not less than 10
seconds
supplemented by
the same signal on
the general alarm.
Three short blasts

of the whistle
supplemented by
the same signal
on the general
alarm.
More than six short

blasts and one
long blast on the
whistle
supplemented by
the same signal on
the general alarm.
Continuous blast
of the ship's
of not less than 10
seconds
supplemented by
the same signal on
the general alarm.
Three short blasts

of the whistle
supplemented by
the same signal
on the general
alarm.
More than six short

blasts and one
long blast on the
whistle
supplemented by
the same signal on
the general alarm.
less than 8%
less than 10%
less than 12%
251
Illustration
All of the above.
ESEP100114
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297514
VER
1
297514
296306
296306
Which of the following should NOT be Provide fresh air

done for a person who has fainted?
Loosen clothing
296307
Which of the following should not be Give a stimulant

used as a treatment for a person who
has received a head injury and is
groggy or unconscious?
295517
Which of the following signals is used more than six short

to report for boat station drills
blasts followed by
__________.
one long blast of
the whistle
Question
volume, required to be achieved by a
ship's inert gas system, prior to the
commencement of crude oil tank
washing?
volume, required to be achieved by a
ship's inert gas system, prior to the
commencement of crude oil tank
washing?
Which of the following should NOT be
done for a person who has fainted?
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
6%
8%
10%
12%
6%
8%
10%
12%
Get the person in

the open air.
Loosen the
clothing.
Lay the person

with the head
higher than the
feet.
Elevate head
Splash cold water

in the face.
Elevate his head
Stop severe
bleeding
Treat for shock
a continuous blast
of the whistle for a
period of not less
than 10 seconds
one long blast

followed by three
short blasts of the
whistle
three short blasts

of the whistle
252
Illustration
Stimulate face with

cold water
ESEP100114
ABS
295003
VER
2
290618
Question
Which of the following signals
represents the emergency signal for a
fire aboard a U.S. flag merchant
vessel?
Choice A
Rapid short blasts
of the ship's
of not less than 5
seconds,
supplemented by
the same signal on
the general alarm
bell.
Choice B
Rapid short blasts
of the ships whistle
for a period of not
less than 10
seconds,
supplemented by a
continuous ringing
of the general
alarm bell.
Choice C
A long continuous
blast of the ships
of not less than 10
seconds,
supplemented by
the continuous
ringing of the
general alarm bell
for not less than 10
seconds.
Illustration
Choice D
A long continuous
blast of the ships
of not less than 5
seconds,
supplemented by
the same signal on
the general alarm
bell.
Which of the following statement is

true concerning the meter shown in
the illustration?
Meter readings are

obtained
instantaneously
upon release of
the squeeze bulb.
If the meter needle

moves to the
extreme right side
of the scale and
remains there, the
atmosphere is
safe.
If there is any
liquid in the tank
being tested, the
sampling tube
should be
submerged in it to
obtain the most
accurate reading.
As gas samples
are drawn into the
instrument they are
burned within the
case.
291555

concerning Aqueous Film Forming
Foam (AFFF) is correct?
AFFF can be used

effectively on live
electrical
equipment.
AFFF can be used AFFF may be used

in a joint attack
to extinguish
combustible metal with dry chemical.
fires.
AFFF is an
effective chain
breaking agent
similar to Halon.
291203

concerning fire hose couplings is
true?

concerning immersion suits is
correct?
Fire hose
Male fire hose
couplings must be couplings can be
lubricated with oil. easily damaged by
dropping.
The immersion suit The suit is
seals in all body
flameproof and
heat and provides provides protection
protection against to the wearer while
hypothermia for
swimming through
weeks.
burning oil.
Fire hose
couplings should
be painted red.
294005
Male fire hose

couplings are
strong and not
easily damaged.
All models will
automatically turn
an unconscious
person face-up in
the water.
253
SF-0003
The wearer of the

suit is not severely
restricted in body
movement and
permits the wearer
to perform any
form of strenuous
work.
ESEP100114
ABS
294006
VER
3
Question
correct?
Choice A
Not all models will
automatically turn
an unconscious
person face-up in
the water.
Choice B
The immersion suit
reduces the rate of
body cooling and
greatly increases
the survival time in
cold water.
Choice C
The suit is
flameproof and
provides protection
to a wearer
swimming in
burning oil.
Illustration
Choice D
The suit provides a
full range of body
movement and is
suitable for routine
wear on deck.
294005

correct?
Immersion suits
should be worn
while performing
routine work on
deck.
After purchasing,
the suit should be
stowed in the
storage bag in
which it was
received.
During the annual

maintenance, the
front zipper should
be lubricated using
light machine oil or
mineral oil.
Any tear or leak

will render the suit
unserviceable and
it must be
replaced.
294006

correct?
Not all models will

automatically turn
an unconscious
person face-up in
the water.
The immersion suit

seals in all body
heat and provides
protection against
hypothermia for
weeks.
The suit will still be

serviceable after a
brief (2 seconds)
exposure to flame
and burning.
294005

correct?
The wearer of the

suit is no way
restricted in body
movement and the
suit may be
donned well in
advance of
abandoning ship.
Immersion suits
After purchasing, During the annual Small leaks or
should be worn
the suit should be maintenance, the tears may be
during routine work removed from its front zipper should repaired using the
on deck to provide storage bag and
be lubricated only repair kit packed
maximum
hung on a hanger with manufacturers with the suit.
protection.
where it will be
recommended
readily accessible. lubricant
254
ESEP100114
ABS
294005
VER
9
Question
correct?
Choice A
Immersion suits
should be worn
during routine work
on deck to provide
maximum
protection.
Choice B
After purchasing,
the suit should be
removed from its
storage bag and
hung on a hanger
where it will be
readily accessible.
Choice C
During the annual
maintenance, the
front zipper should
be lubricated
according to
manufacturers
recommendations.
Choice D
Small leaks or
tears may be
repaired using the
repair kit packed
with the suit.
294006

correct?
Suits are not

required to
automatically turn
an unconscious
person face-up in
the water.
The immersion suit

seals in all body
heat and provides
protection against
hypothermia for
weeks.
The suit is
flameproof and
provides protection
to the wearer while
swimming through
burning oil.
The suits provide

for limited body
movement such as
walking, climbing a
ladder, and picking
up small objects
like a pencil.
298623

concerning oil transfer, related
equipment, tests and inspections is
true?
Each pressure
gauge in the
system must
indicate a reading
that is within 5% of
the actual system
pressure.
Each nonmetallic
oil transfer hose,
larger than a 3"
inside diameter
must be inspected,
and tested
annually.
294312

defines the purpose of the lifeboat
gravity davit limit switch?
To cut off power

To stop the davits
when the davits hit from going too
the track safety
fast.
stops.
A 6" inside
All of the above.
diameter
nonmetallic oil
transfer hose
having a small
slash penetrating
the hose
reinforcement may
remain in service if
there is no visible
internal
deterioration.
To cut off power
None of the above.
when the davits
are about 12
inches from the
track safety stops
when hoisting.
255
Illustration
ESEP100114
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291951
VER
2
293153
291650
292156
291700
291206
291206
Illustration
Choice D
Remote pull cables
provided to each
group of four
bottles in the main
bank.
To permit flooding To use it as a
To store reserve
To stabilize the
of any fuel oil
secondary service feed or potable
ship by flooding
storage tank on
system.
water for extended certain designed
any class of ship.
cruises.
tanks with
seawater.
Halon cools rather Halon is more
Halon can
Halon is not toxic
than smothers a
effective than
extinguish
and safe to
describes the advantage of using a
CO2.
combustible metal breathe under all
Halon fire extinguisher versus a CO2 fire.
fires.
conditions.
fire extinguisher?
Bounce the CO2
Apply CO2 to the Apply the CO2 to Direct the CO2 in
off the bulkhead.
base of the flames the top of the
as near a vertical
describes the correct method to use
in a sweeping
upward direction
flames with a
when applying CO2 from a portable
motion.
as possible.
beating motion.
fire extinguisher?
A cylinder is
If a protected
To avoid confusion All of the above.
holds true for both CO2 and Halon
considered
space is ventilated during an
1301 fixed extinguishing systems?
satisfactory if its
mechanically, the emergency
weight is within
ventilation system situation, there
10% of the
must be
should be only one
stamped full
automatically
action necessary
weight of the
shutdown by the
(such as a single
charge.
release of the
pull box) to
agent.
activate the
system.
The fire hoses
The fire hoses
The fire hoses
The fire hoses
correct concerning fire hoses used
must be in 75 foot must be 1 1/2
must be of the
must all be fitted
within the machinery spaces of cargo lengths.
inches in diameter lined type.
with approved 5/8
vessels, on which the fire main
or less.
inch nozzles.
installations were contracted for on, or
after 26 May 1965?
The fire hoses
The fire hoses
The fire hoses
The fire hoses
correct concerning fire hoses used
must be in 75 foot must be 1 1/2
must be of the
must all be fitted
within the machinery spaces of cargo lengths.
inches in diameter lined type.
with approved 5/8
vessels?
or less.
inch nozzles.
Question
describes how the main bank of CO2
bottles is released into an engine
room from most fixed CO2 fire
describes one of the functions of the
ballasting system?
Choice A
Choice B
Manually releasing CO2 pressure
the bottles in
from the pilot
groups of four.
cylinders.
256
Choice C
Steel wire trigger
lines provided to all
bottles in the main
bank.
ESEP100114
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291304
VER
3
Question
correct concerning fire main system
details used aboard 2500 gross ton
cargo vessels on international
voyages?
Choice A
The vessel must
be equipped with a
minimum of two
independently
driven fire pumps.
Choice B
Fifty foot length
hoses of 1 1/2 inch
diameter may be
used in exterior
locations on the
vessel.
Choice C
Choice D
The total area of
All of the above.
the pipes leading
from a fire pump
must be more than
the discharge area
of the pump to
avoid an excessive
back pressure
buildup (discharge
head).
291950

correct concerning fixed carbon
dioxide fire extinguishing systems?
A separate supply
of carbon dioxide
must be provided
for each space
protected.
The piping shall be

used for no other
purpose except
that it may be
incorporated with
the fire-detecting
system.
All of the above.
291210

FALSE concerning the proper
procedure in handling a fire hose?
A 2-1/2 inch hose

should be
deployed with a
minimum of a
nozzle man and
two horsemen.
Distribution piping
within the space
shall be
proportioned from
the supply line to
give the proper
throttling to the
outlets.
Backup hose man A spanner wrench
should be placed must always be
wherever the hose used when
makes a significant attaching nozzles
turn.
or additional
lengths of hoses.
291210

FALSE concerning the proper
procedure in handling a fire hose?
Hose nozzle thrust

increases with an
increase in hose
pressure.
The fire hose

should be partially
charged before
deploying the hose
from the hydrant.
294002

NOT true concerning life-jackets?
A 2-1/2 inch hose

should be
deployed with a
minimum of a
nozzle man and
two horsemen.
They come in two
sizes, child and
adult.
291151

It is usually kept in It sprays large
true concerning a low velocity fog tip? the nozzle when
droplets.
stowed.
They are required

to be of a highly
visible color.
257
Backup hose man

should be
positioned
wherever the hose
makes a significant
turn.
They must be worn
with the correct
side facing
outward.
It is chained to the
combination
nozzle.
Illustration
There is less hose

nozzle thrust when
using high velocity
fog when
compared to
straight stream.
They must be able

to support the
wearer in an
upright position.
It sprays a fine
mist.
ESEP100114
ABS
294105
VER
2
295516
291404
297105

true concerning Bunker "C" vapors?
291902

true concerning carbon dioxide when
used as a fire extinguishing agent?
291208

true concerning fire hose stations
used in the engine room of a tank or
cargo vessel?
Question
Choice A
Choice B
Only a light layer of They provide
true concerning an immersion suit and clothing may be
sufficient flotation
its use?
worn underneath. to do away with the
necessity of
wearing a
lifejacket.
The floor may be Crew members
TRUE concerning an inflatable
inflated for
can jump into the
liferaft?
insulation from
raft without
cold water.
damaging it.
The agent cannot AFFF can only be
true concerning Aqueous Film
be used in
produced from
Forming Foam (AFFF)?
conjunction with
fresh water.
dry chemicals.
They can not be

ignited by a spark
unless the vapors
are in a confined
space.
Choice C
They should be
tight fitting.
Illustration
Choice D
A tear in the suit
will not appreciably
reduce its value.
The raft may be

boarded before it
is fully inflated.
All of the above.
Because AFFF
works through
surface tension, it
cannot be broken
up if it is agitated.
AFFF controls the

vaporization of
flammable liquids
by means of a
water film.
They are nontoxic They can not be

in all
ignited by a spark
concentrations.
unless vapors are
at their auto
ignition
temperature.
Its total cooling
Carbon dioxide is Carbon dioxide
corrosive when
should be applied effect is far greater
than water.
exposed to fire.
slowly to a large
engine room fire.
It must be marked National Standard In heavy weather,
in red letters two
fire hose coupling the hose may be
inches high
threads shall be
removed
used having 9
temporarily from
threads per inch
the hydrant.
for 2 1/2 inch hose
and 7 1/2 threads
per inch for 1 1/2
inch hose.
258
They are heavier

than air.
Its smothering
effect is excellent
for class B fires.
All of the above.
ESEP100114
ABS
291208
VER
2
Question
true concerning fire hose used in the
engine room of a offshore supply
vessel?
Choice A
Choice B
It must be marked National Standard
with the name of
fire hose coupling
the vessel.
threads shall be
used having 9
threads per inch
for 2 1/2 inch hose
and 7 1/2 threads
per inch for 1 1/2
inch hose.
Choice C
In heavy weather,
the hose may be
removed
temporarily from
the hydrant.
Choice D
All of the above.
291304

true concerning fire pumps used
aboard cargo vessels of 1,500 gross
tons and over, contracted for on, or
after May 26, 1965?
The fire pumps

may be used for
other purposes
provided at least
one of the pumps
is kept available
for use on the fire
main system at all
times.
Each pump shall

be capable of
delivering water
simultaneously
from the two
highest outlets at a
Pitot tube pressure
of approximately
25 psi.
The total area of

the pipes leading
from a pump shall
be less than the
discharge area of
the pump.
291650

true concerning Halon 1301 fire
extinguishing equipment?
The agent is
The agent is less
considered
effective than
nontoxic at room
carbon dioxide.
temperature in low
concentrations.
Halon primarily
extinguishes the
fire by cooling.
The agent cannot

be used on
electrical fires
because it leaves a
residue.
291650

true concerning Halon 1301?
The agent is
The agent leaves
extremely toxic in no residue.
any concentration.
The agent
All of the above.
extinguishes a fire
by smothering.
294003

TRUE concerning lifejackets?
Buoyant vests may Kapok lifejackets

be substituted for must have plasticlifejackets.
covered pad
inserts.
Lifejackets must
always be worn
with the same side
facing outwards.
Fire pumps shall

have a minimum
capacity of at least
one-third of that
required for an
independent bilge
pump.
259
Illustration
Lifejackets are not

designed to turn a
person's face clear
of the water when
unconscious.
ESEP100114
ABS
294002
VER
2
Question
Choice A
Choice B
Buoyant vests may Lifejackets are
be substituted for designed to turn an
lifejackets.
unconscious
person's face clear
of the water.
Choice C
Lifejackets must
always be worn
with the same side
facing outwards to
float properly.
Illustration
Choice D
Lightly stained or
faded lifejackets
will fail in the water
and should not be
used.
294002

Buoyant vests may Lifejackets are

be substituted for designed to turn an
lifejackets.
unconscious
person's face clear
of the water.
Lifejackets must
always be worn
with the same side
facing outwards to
float properly.
Lightly stained or
faded lifejackets
will fail in the water
and should not be
used.
294003

Buoyant vests may Lifejackets can be Lifejackets are

All of the above
not be substituted worn with any side designed to turn a
for lifejackets.
facing outwards.
person's face clear
of the water when
unconscious.
298002

true concerning oil transfer
connections?
Any permanently
connected flange
coupling must
have a bolt in
each hole.
Approved quickWhen a temporary All of the above.

connect couplings connection utilizes
may be used.
an American
National Standard
Institute (ANSI)
standard flange, a
bolt in every other
hole is acceptable
if at least four bolts
are used.
296901

true concerning the actions of a
properly organized rescue party for
removing an unconscious victim from
a tank containing toxic vapors?
The victim should

not be moved until
the extent of his
injuries is
determined.
The victim should

be fitted with a
canister type OBA
as soon as
possible.
260
The rescue party

should provide the
victim with oxygen
or fresh air
immediately.
The tank vapors

should be tested
with an
explosimeter
before personnel
enter.
ESEP100114
ABS
291952
VER
7
Question
true concerning the control station
activation handles for a space
protected with a CO2 fixed fire
extinguishing system?
292451

true concerning the fire extinguisher
shown in the illustration?
292352

true concerning the fire extinguisher
shown in the illustration?
291650

true concerning the Halon 1301 fire
extinguishing agent?
291651

true concerning the Halon 1301 fire
extinguishing agent?
Choice A
Only one control
activation handle is
required for
discharge piping
systems designed
without a separate
stop valve.
Choice B
Two separate
control handles are
required when a
stop valve is
installed in the
CO2 discharge line
leading to the
protected space.
The initial
The agent may be
discharge of the
applied in short
extinguisher
bursts by opening
should be at close and closing the
range to scatter
squeeze nozzle
the burning
piece #1.
material.
The large canister The state of
piece contains light charge can be
water.
determined by
examining the
pressure gage.
The agent is highly The agent by
toxic at normal
weight is more
room temperature. effective than
CO2.
Choice C
Choice D
An alarm must
All of the above
sound for at least
20 seconds before
CO2 is released
into a space that is
likely to be
occupied.
The agent is highly The agent is less

toxic as stored in effective than
pressurized
carbon dioxide.
cylinders.
Halon extinguishes The agent cannot

the fire by a chain be used on
breaking reaction. electrical fires
because it leaves a
residue.
261
Illustration
There is no danger
of reflash in using
the illustrated
extinguisher on a
class B fire.
The illustrated
extinguisher must
never be used in
conjunction with
water.
SF-0006
The extinguisher
can be recharged
aboard ship.
All of the above.
SF-0006
Halon extinguishes The agent can not

the fire by
be used on
smothering.
electrical fires as it
leaves a residue.
ESEP100114
ABS
298570
VER
2
Question
true concerning the overboard
discharge of vessel sewage at sea?
Choice A
Disinfected and
comminuted
sewage from an
approved system
may be discharged
into the sea, if the
vessel is more
than two nautical
miles from nearest
land.
298570

true concerning the overboard
discharge of vessel sewage at sea?
The vessel must

The vessel may
have an approved discharge
sewage plant.
disinfected and
comminuted
sewage into the
sea, from an
approved system,
only if the vessel is
more than three
nautical miles from
the nearest land.
290552

true regarding an overhead fire
fighting sprinkler head which is
activated by the melting of a fusible
link?
Sprinkler heads
installed in the
living spaces
would have a
higher melting
point fusible link
than those
installed in the
galley.
Choice B
Disinfected and
comminuted
sewage from an
approved system
may be discharged
vessel is more
than three nautical
miles from nearest
land.
Sprinkler heads
installed in the
galley would
generally have a
higher melting
point fusible link
than those
installed in the
living spaces.
262
Choice C
Uncomminuted
sewage from an
approved system
may be discharged
vessel is more
than six nautical
miles from nearest
land.
Illustration
Choice D
Uncomminuted
sewage from an
approved system
may be discharged
vessel is more
than ten nautical
miles from nearest
land.
The vessel may

All of the above
discharge sewage
into the sea, from
an approved
system which is
not comminuted or
disinfected, only if
the vessel is more
than 12 nautical
miles from the
nearest land.
Sprinkler heads
installed in the
galley and living
spaces would have
the same fusible
link melting point.
Sprinkler heads
with fusible links
are prohibited
aboard U.S. flag
vessels
ESEP100114
ABS
290601
VER
2
Question
true regarding oxygen indicators?
292350

true regarding the device illustrated?
294331

true regarding the operational testing
and inspecting of a cargo vessel's
lifesaving equipment by the ship's
force?
290701

represents the Coast Guard
Regulations (46 CFR) applicable to
the equipment required in a fireman's
outfit?
Choice A
A gas sample
should only be
taken from the
lowest portion of
the tank to test for
oxygen.
The weight of the
charge is equal to
the gross weight
stamped on the
unit.
Choice B
Prolonged
exposure to gases
such as CO2 may
affect the accuracy
of the indicator.
The upper handle

(#1) is for
operating the
valve, the lower
handle (#10) at the
top of the left side
of the large
cylinder is for
carrying.
On all vessels,
All emergency
regardless of
lighting and power
voyage duration,
systems,
the entire steering regardless of
gear, whistle, and source, must be
bridge-engine
operated and
room
tested at least
communication
once each week
systems must be under load for at
tested within 12
least 2 hours.
hours of departure.
The flashlight must

be of an approved
three cell fireproof
type.
The assembled
lifeline shall have a
minimum breaking
strength of 1,500
pounds (683.8 kg).
263
Choice C
Choice D
An oxygen reading All of the above.
of 14% is
considered safe for
entering.
The lower handle

(#10) is for
operating the
valve, the upper
handle (#3) is for
carrying.
The unit must be

turned upside
down to operate.
Illustration
SF-0006
Where motorAll of the above.

propelled lifeboats
are carried,
regardless of
length or person
capacity, each
lifeboat motor must
be operated ahead
and astern at least
3 minutes once a
week.
The combustible
gas indicator hose
must be 100 feet
(30.48 m) in
length.
All protective
clothing must be
electrically nonconductive.
ESEP100114
ABS
290307
VER
10
290701
294309
294309
292613
297104
297104
296504
296705
Question
represents the correct action to take
when three crew members discover a
fire?
Choice A
One man report
the fire, and the
other two men fight
the fire.
Choice B
One man report
the fire, one man
fight the fire, and
one man evacuate
and secure the
area.
The flashlight must The lifeline must
represents U.S. Coast Guard
be an approved 3 be phosphor
regulations concerning the equipment cell fireproof type. bronze wire rope
used with firemen's outfits?
only.
Choice C
One man report
the fire, one man
fight the fire, and
one man act as a
safety observer.
Illustration
Choice D
All three men fight
the fire and report
it immediately after
it is extinguished.
The combustible
Boots and gloves
gas indicator hose must be electrically
must be 100 feet nonconducting.
(30.5 m) in length.
Which of the following steps should

normally be taken first by those who
have boarded a lifeboat in an
emergency situation?
Which of the following steps should
normally be taken first by those who
have boarded a lifeboat in an
emergency situation?
Which of the following substances is
to be considered as fuel for a class
"B" fire?
Which of the following substances
would be classified as a combustible
liquid?
Which of the following substances
would be classified as a flammable
liquid?
Which of the following symptoms may
be observed in a victim of cardiac
arrest as a result of electric shock?
Ration food and

water supplies.
Search for
survivors.
Determine position Check pyrotechnic

and closest point supplies.
of land.
Ration food and

water supplies
Search for
survivors
Determine position Check pyrotechnic

and closest point supplies
of land
Wood
Rags
Electrical insulation Fuel oil
diesel oil
turpentine
kerosene
all of the above
diesel oil
lube oil
alcohol
kerosene
weak pulse at wrist flushed face

or neck
respiration is weak All of the above

or has stopped
symptoms
Which of the following symptoms

would be indicated if a person's
appendix ruptured?
Dilated pupils and Diarrhea and

shallow breathing frequent urination
Muscle tenseness Extreme sweating

in almost the entire and reddening skin
abdomen
264
ESEP100114
ABS
297703
VER
5
296301
298046
292614
Which of the following would be

considered a Class "B" fire?
Electrical fire in a
motor
Waste rag fire in

the engine room
Oil fire in the

Fire in the main
engine room bilges switchboard
292656
Susceptible to
reflash
Electrocution or
shock
Explosion
Deep seated fire
294306
A red parachute
flare
A red handheld
flare
A flashlight
A lantern
294306
14
A red parachute
flare
A red handheld
flare
A flashlight
A lantern
294329
Hatches
Compass
Releasing gear
lever
Releasing gear
lever
Boat hooks
294329
Which of the hazards listed is of a

primary concern, other than fire
damage, associated with a class C
fire?
Which of the items in the lifeboat
equipment listed would be the most
suitable for night signaling to a ship on
the horizon?
Which of the items in the lifeboat
equipment listed would be the most
suitable for night signaling to a ship on
the horizon?
Which of the lifeboat parts listed must
be painted bright red?
Which of the lifeboat parts listed must
be painted bright red?
Boat hooks
Oars
Question
Choice A
Which of the following terms is the
Explosion point
minimum temperature at which a
liquid, as listed on a Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS), gives off
sufficient vapor concentration to ignite
in the presence of an ignition source?
Choice B
Flash point
Which of the following treatments is

used for traumatic shock?
Administer fluids
Open clothing to
allow cooling of the
body
Which of the following vessels is NOT United States Navy A vessel engaged A passenger
exempt from mandatory requirements frigate.
in the foreign
vessel equipped
on ballast water management for
export of Alaskan with a USCG
control of non-indigenous species in
North Slop Crude approved system
waters of the United States?
Oil.
designed to kill
aquatic organisms
in ballast water.
Administer CPR
Choice C
Fire point
Buoyancy tanks
265
Choice D
Danger point
Illustration
Keep the victim in

a sitting position
A crude oil tanker
engaged in the
coastwise trade.
ESEP100114
ABS
292611
VER
1
297332
292002
292651
292655
292614
291052
295108
290202
296605
Question
Which of the listed burning materials
would be described as a class "B"
fire?
Which of the listed cargo hoses
presents the greatest resistance to
collapsing when operated under
vacuum?
Which of the listed characteristics
applies to a semi-portable CO2
system?
Which of the listed classes of fire is
considered as one involving electrical
equipment?
Which of the listed classes of fire
would apply to a main switchboard
fire?
Which of the listed classes of fire
would most likely occur in the engine
room of a vessel?
Which of the listed classes of fires can
best be extinguished with a water fog?
Choice A
Acetylene
Choice B
Lube oil
Lightweight cargo
hose
Rough bore cargo Smooth bore cargo All of the above

hose
hose
Each cylinder must

weigh less than 50
pounds.
Class "A"
The cylinders are

mounted
horizontally.
Class "B"
Class "C"
It has distribution
piping installed
permanently.
Class "D"
Class "A"
Class "B"
Class "C"
Class "D"
Classes A and B
Classes B and C
Classes C and D
Classes A and D
Class A and B
Class A and C
Class B and C
Class A, B, and C
Which of the listed conditions can be Speed

considered as the single greatest
cause of accidents?
Which of the listed conditions could
Fire
cause a dangerous reduction in
oxygen in a shipboard compartment?
Excessive
knowledge or skill
Human error
Excitement
Rusting or the
drying of paint
Decomposing
organic material
All of the above

conditions
Which of the listed conditions is a

symptom of sun stroke?
Temperature is
high, pulse is
strong and rapid,
and skin is hot and
dry.
Temperature is
high, pulse is slow
and feeble, and
skin is clammy.
Temperature falls
below normal,
pulse is rapid, and
skin is clammy.
Temperature falls
below normal,
pulse is rapid and
feeble, and skin is
cold and clammy.
266
Choice C
Grease
It has a portable
hose and nozzle.
Choice D
All of the above
Illustration
ESEP100114
ABS
296605
VER
3
293106
Question
Which of the listed conditions is a
symptom of sun stroke?
Choice A
Temperature falls
below normal,
pulse is rapid and
feeble, and skin is
cold and clammy.
Which of the listed conditions will

occur to the ship's center of gravity if
200 tons of steel is transferred to the
ships cargo hold from shore side?
The reserve
The center of
The center of
buoyancy will rise. gravity will remain gravity will be
in the same
lowered.
position.
291300
Which of the listed devices is required Pressure gage

to be located on the discharge side of
the pump in a fire main system?
291630
Which of the listed equipment must be Fuel testing station Foam testing
provided on a MODU helicopter deck
station
equipped with fueling facilities?
292605
291052
291652
Which of the listed extinguishing

agents could be used to fight a class
"B" fire involving the duct work for the
galley stove?
Which of the listed extinguishing
agents is NOT suitable for fighting a
liquid paint fire?
Which of the listed factors should be
considered most important when
combating an engine room fire with a
fixed Halon 1301 system in a motor
vessel?
Choice B
Temperature is
high, pulse is
strong and rapid,
and skin is hot and
dry.
Strainer
Choice C
Temperature is
high, pulse is slow
and feeble, and
skin is clammy.
Choice D
Temperature falls
below normal,
pulse is rapid, and
skin is clammy.
The reserve
buoyancy will
remain the same.
Reduction valve
International shore
connection
Foam fire
protection system
Fire alarm
CO2
Dry chemical
Halon
All of the above
Dry chemical
Foam
Water
Carbon dioxide
The high engine

combustion
temperatures
liquefy the Halon.
The engine will

absorb the Halon
into its cooling
system.
The engine will

ingest a substantial
quantity of the
available Halon
through its intake
and exhaust it out
the stack if the
engine is not
automatically shut
down.
The engine will

stall regardless of
how little Halon
has been taken in
through the air
intake.
267
Illustration
ESEP100114
ABS
292103
VER
2
292150
292655
292655
292150
291553
Question
Which of the listed fire extinguishers
cannot be easily recharged aboard
ship?
is recommended for use on an
electrical switchboard fire?
Choice A
Soda acid
Choice B
Carbon dioxide
CO2
ABC dry chemical CO2 propelled

foam
All of the above

should be used on an electrical fire
aboard ship?
should be used on an electrical fire
aboard ship?
would be most effective to use on a
fire in a small electric motor?
Foam
Soda acid
Carbon dioxide
Carbon
tetrachloride
Foam
Soda acid
Carbon dioxide
Low velocity fog
Soda acid
Foam
CO2
Light water
Which of the listed fire extinguishing

agent combinations is the best for
simultaneous use on a large oil fire?
Precool with water CO2 applied in

fog before applying conjunction with
foam.
foam.
291055

agents would be incorrect for the
direct use on a gasoline or oil fire?
A solid stream of
water in
conjunction with
CO2.
A solid stream of
water
291052
CO2
Water fog
Halon
291154
Straight stream of
water
Light water and

foam mixture
Low velocity water Carbon dioxide

fog
interface
291403

agents would be suitable for use on
an oil fire, but dangerous on an
electrical fire?
Which of the listed firefighting agents
and associated applications provide
the largest shielding effect for the fire
fighter?
Which of the listed firefighting agents
produces a buoyant blanket to
separate the burning vapors from air?
CO2
Low-expansion
foam
Water fog
Choice C
Choice D
Dry chemical,
Foam
cartridge-operated
Illustration
CO2 applied in
conjunction with
dry chemical.
Low velocity water High velocity water Mechanical

fog
fog
firefighting foam
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Dry chemical
Steam
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292651
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294108
296603
Question
Which of the listed firefighting
systems is best suited for fighting a
fire in an oil rig ballast control room?
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Automatic sprinkler Steam smothering Dry chemical
system
system
system
Choice D
Carbon dioxide
system
Which of the listed fixed fire

extinguishing systems is most
effective for use in the cargo holds?
Which of the listed functions is the
purpose of a gas scrubber in an inert
gas generation system?
Which of the listed initials is used to
represent the indicator of initial
stability?
Which of the listed materials would be
considered as a burning class "C"
fire?
Which of the listed methods, is the
most effective to fight a fire on the
open deck of a vessel if using a dry
chemical type fire extinguisher?
Sprinkler
Chemical foam
Dry chemical
CO2
Cools the inert

gas.
GM
Maintains the
oxygen content at
5% by volume.
KG
Drains off static

electricity in the
inert gas.
KM
Maintains the
water seal on the
gas main.
GZ
Fuel oil
Wood
Celluloid
Electrical insulation
Approach the fire Direct the

from the windward extinguisher
side.
discharge at the
base of the fire.
Move the
discharge stream
back and forth in a
rapid sweeping
motion.
Topping off of any Disposing
Which of the listed operations must be Posting of the
tanks being
overboard all
personally supervised by the person-in-Declaration of
charge while taking on fuel?
Inspection in a
loaded.
waste oil or slops
conspicuous place
from drip pans.
under glass.
All of the above.
Which of the listed precautions should Never remove the Fire it at an angle
be taken when testing a line throwing line from the
of approximately
gun?
rocket.
90 degrees to the
horizon.
Which of the listed precautions should Never test the
Fire it at an angle
be taken when testing a line throwing rocket with the
of approximately
gun?
service line
90 degrees to the
attached.
horizon.
Which of the listed procedures should Give them brandy Get them to a hot
room
be followed when individuals are
rescued in cold climates and suffer
from hypothermia?
Wear asbestos
gloves.
All of the above.
Wear asbestos
gloves.
All of the above
Apply warm
compresses to the
neck, chest wall
and groin.
Cover with an
electric blanket set
for maximum
temperature
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Illustration
Periodic sampling
during the loading
to ensure
uniformity.
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Which of the listed sources of ignition Static electricity

may cause fuel vapors to ignite?
290051
297118
Which of the listed substances is

Coal
Scrap rubber
susceptible to spontaneous
combustion?
Which of the listed tanks presents the A full tank of diesel A partially filled
oil
tank of diesel oil
greatest potential for an explosion?
292606
296202
291055
293503
297114
297114
Question
Which of the listed procedures should
be followed when individuals are
rescued in cold climates and suffer
from hypothermia?
Which of the listed pumping
arrangements will be hazardous
when two similar centrifugal pumps
are used to discharge a cargo of
flammable liquid?
Which of the listed type of fires would

the fire extinguisher, shown in the
illustration, be suitable for
extinguishing?
Which of the listed types of bone
fractures would be considered as the
most serious?
Which of the listed types of fires
should be extinguished with a straight
stream of water?
Which of the methods shown in the
illustration is the correct way to fit
wooden shoring for damage control?
Which of the petroleum products
listed has a flash point below 150F
(65.5C)?
Which of the petroleum products
listed has the lowest flash point?
Choice A
Give them brandy
Both pumps
operating at the
same speed and
discharging into a
common line.
Illustration
Choice C
Choice D
Immerse them in a Cover with an
warm bath 104F electric blanket set
(40)
for maximum
temperature
Both pumps
Each pump
Each pump
operating at the
operating at a
operating at a
same speed and
different speed
different pressure
taking suction from and taking suction and discharging
a common line.
from a common
into a common
line.
line.
An open and
Loose wiring
All of the above
running motor
Choice B
Get them to a hot
room
Leather
All of the above
A full tank of
lubricating oil
A partially filled
tank of hydraulic oil
Mattress fire
Fire in an
Small oil fire on the Fire in an ullage
electronics console engine room floor opening
plates
Compound
Hairline
Closed
Crack
Bilge
Mattress
Galley range
Switchboard
Lubricating oils
Road oils
Asphalt
Light fuel oils
Hydraulic oil
Lubricating oil
Diesel oil
Refrigeration oil
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SF-0016
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Question
Choice A
Which of the poisonous gases listed is Nitrogen
the most likely to be found in a closed
compartment involved in a fire?
Choice B
Hydrogen
Choice C
Carbon dioxide
Which of the practices listed should

be avoided since it represents a fire
hazard?
Smoking in the
machine shop
Stowing oily rags in Stowing portable

a paint locker
acetylene bottles in
the vertical position
297300
Which of the precautions listed should Secure all lighting

be observed when taking on diesel
to the main deck.
fuel?
297330
290201
Which of the signals listed is required

to be displayed during the day while
loading fuel?
Which of the statements listed is
accurate concerning fires involving
carbon tetrachloride?
291201
290200
297659
Smoking near the

burner front
Choice D
Carbon monoxide
Provide a portable Prohibit smoking in Display a black

fan to blow away the area.
triangle during
fumes.
daylight hours.
A red flag
A yellow flag
A red and yellow

flag
It will explode if
exposed to a
flame.
Phosgene gas may It will burn rapidly

be formed if it
once ignited.
comes in contact
with hot metal.
A red light
Vise grips
Which of the tools listed is designed
for connecting and disconnecting fire
hose couplings?
Which of the toxic gases listed is a
Carbon dioxide
product of incomplete combustion
and is often present when a fire burns
in a closed compartment?
Channel locks
Spanner wrench
You cannot use

water to fight the
fire because it will
react with the
carbon
tetrachloride.
Pipe wrench
Hydrogen sulfide
Carbon monoxide
Nitric oxide
Which one of the following statements The gas free

is true concerning the gas free status status only applies
of a compartment?
to the conditions of
the compartment
at the time of the
inspection.
The gas free

status only applies
for the duration of
the work to be
completed inside
the compartment.
The gas free

status only applies
for a 24 hour
period following
the inspection.
The gas free

status applies as
long as the air
temperature
inside the
compartment
remains at or
below standard
room temperature.
Illustration
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299451
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299455
299110
299110
Question
Choice A
Which portable fire extinguisher is
Dry chemical
normally recharged in a shore facility? (cartridgeoperated)
Which procedure should be followed Give them brandy
when individuals are rescued in cold or other alcoholic
climates and suffer from
stimulation to
hypothermia?
promote a return to
an acceptable
body temperature.
Choice B
Water (cartridgeoperated)
Choice C
Choice D
Water (pump tank) Carbon dioxide
Move them to a
warm room to
gradually raise
their body
temperature.
Keep them moving

to stimulate
circulation to raise
their body
temperature.
Warm them under

an electric blanket
to rapidly regain
normal body
temperature.
Which procedure should NOT be

Revive the person Loosen the
done for a person whom has fainted? with smelling salts. clothing.
Lay the person

horizontally.
Give pain reliever.
Which ship must maintain Part II

(Cargo/Ballast Operations) of the Oil
Record Book?
An oil tanker of
100 gross tons or
above.
A ship of 200
gross tons or
above, other than
an oil tanker.
Treat for shock.
A ship of 150
gross tons or
above, other than
an oil tanker.
Which should NOT be a treatment for Give a stimulant.
a person who has received a head
injury and is groggy or unconscious?
A non-tanker that
carries more than
200 cubic meters
of oil in bulk.
Elevate his head.
Which statement about immersion

suits is TRUE?
The immersion suit

seals in body heat
and provides
protection against
hypothermia for
weeks.

suits is TRUE?
All models will

automatically turn
an unconscious
person face-up in
the water.
Stop severe
bleeding.
Illustration
The suit will still be

serviceable after a
brief (2-6 minutes)
exposure to flame
and burning.
The wearer of the

suit is not
restricted in body
movement and the
suit may be
donned well in
advance of
abandoning ship.
Not all models will The immersion suit The suit is
The suit provides a
automatically turn reduces the rate of flameproof and
full range of body
an unconscious
body cooling and provides protection movement and is
person face-up in increases the
to a wearer
suitable for routine
the water.
survival time in
swimming in
wear on deck.
cold water to hours burning oil,
or days.
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Question
suits is TRUE?
Choice A
The suit is
flameproof and
provides protection
to the wearer while
swimming through
burning oil.
Choice B
The immersion suit
seals in body heat
and provides
protection against
hypothermia for
weeks.
Choice C
All models will
automatically turn
an unconscious
person face-up in
the water.
Choice D
the suit should be
donned just after
the survival craft
are launched.
299110

suits is TRUE?
Not all models will

automatically turn
an unconscious
person face-up in
the water.
The immersion suit

seals in body heat
and provides
protection against
hypothermia
indefinitely.
The suit is
flameproof and
provides protection
to the wearer while
swimming through
burning oil.
The suits provide

for limited body
movement such as
walking, climbing a
ladder and picking
up small objects
like a pencil.
294338
Which statement concerning the

collection of fresh water is FALSE?
Fresh water may

be obtained from
fish.
Fresh water may

be collected from
condensation
inside the liferaft.
Freshwater can be
evaporated from
standing seawater.
294338
Which statement concerning the

collection of fresh water is FALSE?
Fresh water may

be collected from
condensation
inside the liferaft.
Freshwater can be
collected from
rainwater.
292105
Which statement is FALSE regarding

Halon as a fire extinguishing agent?
It is noncorrosive.
It is always nontoxic.
295516
Which statement is TRUE concerning The floor may be

an inflatable liferaft?
inflated for
insulation from
cold water.
The raft may be

boarded before it
is fully inflated.
All of the above.
Lifeboat covers or
canopies should
be washed with
rain before
drinking water is
collected.
Fresh water may Lifeboat covers or
be obtained from canopies should
fish.
be washed with
rain before
drinking water is
collected.
It is more effective It leaves no
than CO2.
residue.
Crew members
can jump into the
raft without
damaging it.
273
Illustration
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Question
Choice A
Which statement is TRUE concerning Hand held flares
distress signals in survival craft?
and orange
smoke.
Choice B
If hand held rocketpropelled
parachute flares
are provided, they
are the only
distress signals
required.
The agent is highly The agent is less
toxic under all
effective than
conditions.
CO2.
Choice C
Two hand-held
smoke signals
shall be provided.
Which statement is true concerning

Halon 1301 fire extinguishing
equipment?
Halon extinguishes The agent is a

the fire by
colorless odorless
smothering.
gas.
299107
Which statement is TRUE concerning They should be

life jackets which are severely
replaced.
damaged?
They can be
repaired by a
reliable
seamstress.
They can be used

for children.
292105
Which statement is TRUE regarding

Halon as a fire extinguishing agent?
It is noncorrosive.
All of the above.
299001
Which statement regarding garbage

disposal is correct?
Discharging or
transfer of garbage
while in port to a
shore facility must
be recorded.
Maintaining
records for the
incineration of
garbage aboard
ship is not
required.
The recording of
garbage disposal
should include the
approximate
weight.
293158
291451
Carbon dioxide
Foam
Dry chemical
291405
Protein foam
Aqueous film
forming foam
All of the above
They must be
tested for
buoyancy before
being continued in
use.
It is more effective It leaves no
than CO2.
residue.
Records for
ground garbage
disposal are not
required when
disposal into the
sea occurs more
than 25 miles
offshore.
Which symbol shown in the illustration 5
is used as a reference line from which
the height of the center of gravity is
measured.
Which type of fire extinguisher is most Halon 1211
prone to the freezing when exposed to
low temperatures?
Which type of firefighting foam listed Mechanical foam
is supplied in both 3% and 6%
concentrations?
274
Choice D
A very pistol with
twelve flares is
required.
Illustration
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291201
Which type of wrench listed is used to Locking wrench

disconnect fire hose couplings?
Spanner wrench
294407
A fresh air
breathing
apparatus
A self-contained
breathing
apparatus
299356
Which unit will provide excellent

mobility to the wearer in an unsafe
atmosphere and provide oxygen to
sustain life?
Which visual distress signal is
acceptable for daylight use only?
Handheld red flare Self-contained

Orange smoke
rocket propelled
signal
red parachute flare
Red aerial
pyrotechnic flare
299353
Electric wiring
Iron pipe
All of the above
294210
Which would influence a magnetic

compass?
While adrift in an inflatable liferaft in
hot, tropical weather __________.
the canopy should

be deflated so that
it will not block
cooling breezes
the pressure valve deflating the floor the entrance

may be periodically panels may help to curtains should
opened to prevent cool personnel
never be opened
excessive air
pressure
294210
While adrift in an inflatable liferaft in

hot, tropical weather, __________.
the canopy should

be deflated so that
it will not block
cooling breezes
the pressure valve deflating the floor the entrance

may be periodically panels may help to curtains should
opened to prevent cool personnel
never be opened
excessive air
pressure
295002
While at your lifeboat station, a signal abandon ship

consisting of two short blasts of the
ship's whistle is sounded. This
indicates __________.
Question
Which type of hull damage on a
floating MODU should be repaired
first?
Which type of respiratory protection is
preferable for the repair/investigation
personnel in a hydrogen sulfide (H2S)
environment?
Choice A
Choice B
Damage below the Damage to interior
waterline.
watertight
boundaries.
U.S. Navy Oxygen Emergency
Breathing
Escape Breathing
Apparatus (OBA) Apparatus (EEBA)
commence
lowering boats
275
Choice C
Damage to or in
the machinery
rooms.
Self-Contained
Demand-Type
Breathing
Apparatus
(SCDBA)
Crescent wrench
An ammonia gas
mask
Radio
stop lowering
boats
Choice D
Damage at or just
above the
waterline.
Positive SelfContained
Breathing
Apparatus (SCBA)
Illustration
Pipe wrench
All of the above
secure from boat

stations
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294414
291255
297661
291306
Question
While at your lifeboat station, you hear
a signal consisting of one short blast
of the whistle. This indicates
__________.
While at your lifeboat station, you hear
a signal consisting of one short blast
of the whistle. This indicates
__________.
While donning the positive-pressure
self-contained breathing apparatus,
you discover that the air cylinder
pressure gage and the regulator
pressure gage differ from each other
by 500 psi. Which of the listed action
should you consider as appropriate?
Choice A
abandon ship
Choice B
commence
lowering boats
Choice C
stop lowering
boats
Choice D
secure from boat
stations
abandon ship
commence
lowering boats
stop lowering
boats
secure from boat

stations
Replace the
defective gages
with a new pair
from the spare
parts inventory.
Replace the air

cylinder.
Assume that the

Take the average
lower gage reading of the two gages
is correct.
as the correct
pressure.
While fighting a fire, in order to utilize

two hoses from a single 'wye' gate
attached to a hydrant outlet, you need
only turn the valve handle
__________.
While in a foreign port, burning and
welding repairs are to be carried out
on a section of heating coil located in
a tank having last contained a grade
"D" product. According to 46 CFR
Part 91, within the subpart pertaining
to "special operating requirements",
which of the following procedures
should be followed when a certified
marine chemist is not available?
at the base of the

"Y" in either
direction
at the base of the

"Y"
counterclockwise
180
on each leg of the on each leg of the

"Y" 90
"Y" 180
It is solely the chief

engineer's
responsibility to
ensure all safety
precautions are
observed, and all
entries are to be
made in the engine
room log.
The repair work

cannot be done at
this time due to the
lack of the
chemist's
certificate.
Prior to any hot

work, an
inspection must be
made by the senior
officer present,
and an entry made
in the official
logbook.
replace the spool

piece
silver braze a
patch the leak with
patch over the leak epoxy sealer
While in dry-dock in a U.S. port, you place a cement

discover that the spool piece for the
box patch on the
fire pump sea suction is wasted away. spool piece
You should __________.
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Illustration
Repairs should
proceed as
scheduled since a
chemist's
certificate is not
required for that
type of work.
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298306
290307
290307
While on watch in the engine room,

Make an entry in
you hear a continuous sounding of the the official
general alarm. Which of the following logbook.
actions should you take?
296704
While providing assistance to a victim move a patient to a get professional

of an epileptic seizure, it is most
comfortable bed
medical advice for
important to __________.
further medical
care
299461
While providing assistant to a victim of give artificial

an epileptic seizure, it is most
respiration
important to __________.
295006
294325
294325
While reading the muster list, you see

that 'three short blasts on the ship's
whistle and the same signal on the
general alarm bells' is the signal for
__________.
While retrieving the survival craft, the
engine should be stopped
__________.
While retrieving the survival craft, the
engine should be stopped
__________.
Question
While loading bulk liquid cargo, a tank
valve jams open. You should FIRST
__________.
While loading bulk oil, you notice oil
on the water near the barge. Which of
the following actions should you carry
out FIRST?
While on watch in the engine room,
you hear a continuous sounding of the
general alarm. Which of the following
actions should you take FIRST?
Choice A
unplug the deck
scuppers
Choice B
run out the
vessel's fire hose
Search the vessel Notify terminal

for leaks
superintendent
Choice C
order the shore
facility to shut
down
Stop loading
Secure the burners Start the fire pump Open the guardian
then proceed to
and establish flow valve and standby
your assigned boat to the fire main.
to maneuver.
station.
Open the master
control valves on
the fixed CO2
system.
prevent patient
from hurting
himself
Choice D
call the chief
engineer
Notify the Coast
Guard
Open the master

control valves on
the fixed CO2
system.
Start the fire pump

and check
discharge
pressure.
Secure auxiliary
condenser
overboard
discharge.
keep the patient

awake and make
him walk if
necessary to keep
him awake
keep the patient
awake and make
him/her walk if
necessary to keep
him/her awake
remove any soiled

clothing and put
the patient in a
clean bed
fire and
emergency
man overboard
remove any soiled

clothing and put
the patient in a
clean bed
abandon ship
dismissal from
drills
when the craft

clears the water
when the cable

on approach to the at the embarkation
has been attached platform
when the craft

clears the water
when the cable

on approach to the at the embarkation
has been attached platform
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294406
294409
295001
296900
Question
While taking on fuel oil, the transfer
hose begins leaking, causing a sheen
on the water. You should
__________.
While taking on fuel, you notice oil on
the water around the vessel. Which of
the following actions should be taken
FIRST?
While wearing a self-contained
breathing apparatus the alarm bell
begins ringing. Which of the following
conditions does this indicate?
Choice A
apply dispersants
to the sheen
Choice B
Choice C
repair the leak with reduce the rate of
duct tape
transfer
Stop fueling
Notify the
dispatcher
Notify the terminal Determine if your

superintendent
vessel is the
source
There is a 4-5
minute supply of
air remaining in the
air cylinder.
There is
approximately 500
psi (3.5 MPa) of
pressure left in the
air cylinder.
The wearer should All of the above.

immediately leave
the contaminated
area.
While wearing a self-contained

breathing apparatus, the user must be
aware of the bulkiness of the unit in
order to avoid confined spaces. Of
what other limitations should the user
be aware?
While working in the engine room, you
hear seven short blasts followed by
one long blast on the ship's whistle,
supplemented by the same signal on
the general alarm bells. You should
__________.
The weight of the

unit changes the
user's center of
gravity.
The lens of the

The attached
face piece reduces lifeline limits the
the user's
user's mobility.
peripheral vision.
start the fire pump standby the main go to your fire

to charge the fire console and await station
main
orders from the
engineer on watch
remove him from

While you are fighting a fire in a
smoke-filled compartment one of your the compartment
shipmates falls sustaining a severe
laceration and ceases breathing.
Your FIRST response should be to
__________.
begin artificial
respiration
278
control the
bleeding
Choice D
shut down
operations
Illustration
All of the above.
go to your lifeboat
station
treat for shock
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294308
294335
290406
290406
299401
299401
290502
294327
Why are lifeboats usually doubleended?
294312
Why is an upper limit switch used

when raising the lifeboat?
Question
While your vessel is fueling, you
notice that the transfer hose has
developed a large bulge. Which of
the following actions should be taken,
according to Coast Guard
Regulations (33 CFR), if you are the
person-in-charge?
Who is charged with appointing
persons to be in command of the
lifeboats and/or liferafts on a mobile
offshore drilling units?
Who is responsible for lowering the
survival craft?
Who is responsible for reporting a
casualty for a mobile offshore drilling
unit?
Who shall insure that all records
required by regulations are retained
onboard a mobile offshore drilling unit
involved in a casualty?
Who should inspect and test an
Who should inspect and test an
Why are flame screens on tank vents
an important safety device?
Choice A
Wrap the bulge
area with nylon
line.
Choice B
Choice C
Choice D
Stop the transfer of Report the incident Simply order new
fuel.
to the Coast Guard hose for the next
fueling operation.
Rig superintendent Tool pusher
Company man
Designated personin-charge
Roustabout
First man aboard
Last man aboard
Helmsman
The pilot.
The owner.
The surveyor.
The engineer.
Officer-in-Charge, Owner
Marine Inspection
Pilot
Engineer
The Chief Mate
Shipyard
personnel
Shipyard
personnel
They help prevent
the passage of
flames from or into
the vent line.
They require less
space for stowing
aboard ship.
A certified
lifeboatman
A certified
lifeboatman
They smother
flames once a fire
has been started.
The person in
Charge
They provide a
'dead air space'
within a fuel tank.
They are more
seaworthy and less
likely to be
swamped or
broach to.
To prevent the
davits from pulling
up against the
stops.
An approved
servicing facility
An approved
servicing facility
They accelerate
the dispersal of
fuel vapors.
They can go
forward and
backward more
easily.
To assist in
cranking in the
lifeboat.
279
Illustration
Appearance and
traditional styling.
To keep the tricing To stop the lifeboat

from being
lines from
releasing or getting lowered.
tangled.
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Question
Choice A
Why is it essential to introduce CO2
The fire may warp
from a fixed fire extinguishing system, the CO2 piping.
into a large engine room, as quickly
as possible?
Choice B
To keep the fire
from spreading
through the
bulkheads.
Why is it important for double bottom

fuel oil tanks not to be topped off
when loading fuel at cold
temperatures?
Increased viscosity
of the product
needs higher
loading pressure,
which increases
the chances of a
spill.
Air pockets may

cause the fuel to
bubble out of the
ullage hole.
297401
Air pockets may

cause the fuel to
bubble out of the
ullage hole.
291054
292050
Why is it important for fuel oil tanks

Increased viscosity
not to be topped off when loading cold of the product
oil?
needs higher
loading pressure,
which increases
the chance of a
spill.
Why is it necessary to cool the
Cool the metal
bulkheads, decks, and overheads
below its ignition
surrounding an involved compartment temperature
fire?
Why is it necessary to warn engine
To make them
room personnel before activating the aware there is a
fixed CO2 system?
fire.
291053
Why should passageway fires be

fought from one end only?
This action will

cause the
passageway to
become slippery
and difficult for fire
fighters to stand.
Choice C
Updraft from the
fire tends to carry
the CO2 away.
Choice D
Carbon dioxide
takes a long time
to disperse to all
portions of a
space.
A temperature rise Fueling valve may
of the fuel will
become stuck
cause an overflow closed and cause
from the tank vent. the fuel oil to spill
before the valve
can be opened.
The change in its

specific volume
when heated may
cause an
overflow.
The fueling valve

may become stuck
closed and cause
the fuel oil to spill
before the valve
can be opened.
Form a dense
Prevent oxygen
coating of
from reaching the
smothering steam flames
Prevent the fire

from spreading by
heat conduction
To let them know

they should leave
the engine room.
To prevent
possible injury
from frostbite.
To make them
aware that
ventilation will
automatically stop.
So that one hose

team does not
push the flames
heat and smoke
directly at the other
hose team.
It is impossible for
the fire main to
handle two fully
pressurized hoses.
So that the
extinguishing water
can be trapped at
the end of the
passageway.
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Illustration
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Question
Choice A
Why should you wear a self-contained The fire produces
breathing apparatus before entering a carbon monoxide
closed compartment to fight a fire?
which causes an
oxygen deficiency
in the brain and
body, leading
quickly to death.
Choice B
The fire produces
smoke, which
contains toxic
gases that cause
breathing
difficulties and
irritation of the
respiratory tract.
Why should you wear a self-contained Because carbon
Because carbon
breathing apparatus before entering dioxide dilutes the dioxide breaks
the engine room after the fixed CO2
oxygen
down in a fire into
system has been discharged to
concentration in
carbon monoxide
combat a major fire?
the atmosphere
which may cause
and may cause
blood poisoning in
asphyxiation.
the person
breathing this gas.
With damaged floating vessels, the

most important consideration is the
preservation of __________.
With no alternative but to jump from a
MODU, the correct posture should
include __________.
Choice C
Choice D
The fire consumes All of the above.
oxygen which may
lead to
asphyxiation.
bilge pumping
capacity
reserve buoyancy
Because carbon
dioxide is a
colorless and
odorless gas that
becomes highly
toxic in the
presence of high
temperatures and
will quickly
incapacitate a
person exposed to
this gas.
level attitude
holding down the

lifejacket against
the chest with one
arm crossing the
other, covering the
mouth and nose
with a hand, and
feet together
knees bent and

held close to the
body with both
arms around legs
body straight and

arms tightly at the
sides for feet first
entry into the water
281
Illustration
This action is
unnecessary as
carbon dioxide is
not poisonous nor
toxic but is a
relatively harmless
gas.
instability
both hand holding

the lifejacket below
the chin with knees
bent and legs
crossed
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Question
Choice A
With no alternative but to jump from a holding down the
vessel, the correct posture should
lifejacket against
include __________.
the chest with one
arm crossing the
other, covering the
mouth and nose
with a hand, legs
straight and feet
together
Choice B
knees bent and
held close to the
body with both
arms around the
legs
Choice C
body straight and
arms tightly at the
Illustration
Choice D
both hands holding
the chin with knees
bent and legs
crossed
With no alternative but to jump from

an OSV, the correct posture should
include __________.
holding down the

lifejacket against
the chest with one
arm crossing the
other, covering the
mouth and nose
with a hand, and
feet together and
ankles crossed
knees bent and

held close to the
body with both
arms around legs
body straight and

arms tightly at the
both hands holding

the chin with knees
bent and legs
crossed
293035
longitudinal
centerline
center of flotation
original vertical
centerline
center of buoyancy
298718
Part I only
Part II only
Both Part I and

Part II
Part III
293024
With no environmental forces present,

the center of gravity of an inclined
vessel is vertically aligned with the
__________.
With regards to a ship's Oil Record
Book, an oil tanker of 150 gross tons
and above must maintain entries in
________.
With regards to the metacentric
height, which of the following
statements is true?
294318
291102
With the air supply on, the air

pressure in the survival craft will be
__________.
With the handle in position "A", the
device shown in the illustration will
produce __________.
It is used to
It is located below It is measured
indicate the quality the center of
vertically above the
of initial stability.
buoyancy.
center of
buoyancy.
changing in
less than outside greater than
relation to the
air pressure
outside air
speed of the craft
pressure
low velocity fog
a solid stream
no water flow
282
Its determination is
the objective of the
inclining
experiment.
equal to outside air
pressure
high velocity fog
SF-0011
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Choice B
a solid water
stream
Choice C
no water flow
Choice D
minimum water
flow
Illustration
SF-0011
a fog
a spray
no flow
a solid stream
SF-0011
a nuclear
environment
a fire and toxic

environment
a hurricane
a drop greater than

ten feet
Question
Choice A
With the handle in the position labeled a low velocity fog
"A", shown in the illustration, the
nozzle will deliver __________.
With the handle of the device shown
in the illustration is in the position
labeled "C" the nozzle will deliver
__________.
With the sprinkler system and air
system on, and all hatches shut, the
survival craft will be protected from
__________.
Wooden shoring is used in shipboard
damage control to __________.
force a warped
prevent fractures
bulkhead back into from spreading
its normal position
force a sprung
support a
bulkhead back into damaged bulkhead
place
in position
Wooden shoring, with a cross8 feet (2.43 m)

sectional dimension of 4" X 4" (10.2
cm X 10.2 cm) should not be longer
than __________.
You are about to enter a compartment sufficient oxygen to
to investigate a suspected smoldering sustain human life
fire. If you're not wearing an selfcontained breathing apparatus, you
should test the compartment's
atmosphere to determine if there
is/are __________.
10 feet (3.048 m)
16 feet (4.87 m)
an explosive
mixture in the
compartment
a toxic atmosphere all of the above

in the
compartment
You are administering chest

Tip of the sternum
compressions during CPR. Where on
the victim's body should the pressure
be applied?
Tip of the sternum
compressions during CPR. Where on
the victim's body should the pressure
be applied?
Top half of the

sternum
Lower half of the

sternum
Left chest over the

heart
Top half of the

sternum
Lower half of the

sternum
Left chest over the

heart
283
20 feet (6.09 m)
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Question
Choice A
1/2 inch or less
compressions on an adult victim
during CPR, the sternum should be
depressed about __________.
You are assigned to patrol the
Bulkhead is hot.
boundaries of the fire shown in figure
1 of the illustration. What signs would
indicate the fire was spreading to an
adjacent compartment?
You are assigned to the hose team
and have suited up in a firefighting
ensemble to fight a large fire in the
engine room. What will determine the
time allowed to combat the fire before
you should be relieved?
You are at sea in an inflatable liferaft.
In high latitudes, the greatest danger
is __________.
You are at sea in an inflatable liferaft.
In high latitudes, the greatest danger
is __________.
You are attempting to administer CPR
to a victim. When you blow into his
mouth it is apparent that no air is
getting into the lungs. What should
you do?
to a victim. When you blow into his
mouth it is apparent that no air is
getting into the lungs. What should
you do?
to a victim. While blowing into the
victim's mouth, it is apparent that no
air is getting to the lungs. Which of
the following actions should you take?
Choice B
1/2 inch to 1 inch
Choice C
1 inch to 1-1/2
inches
Choice D
1-1/2 inch to 2
inches
Paint on bulkhead Temperature

is blistering.
inside
compartment is
higher than
outside.
All of the above.
Fire location.
Intensity of the fire. Available air

supply.
All of the above.
collapse of the raft

due to cold
temperatures
collapse of the raft
due to cold
temperatures
Raise the victim's
head higher than
his feet.
asphyxiation due
to keeping the
canopy closed
asphyxiation due
to keeping the
canopy closed
Blow harder to
force the air past
the tongue.
hypothermia
caused by cold
temperature
hypothermia
caused by cold
temperature
Re-tip the head
and try again.
Raise the victim's

head higher than
his feet.
Blow harder to
force the air past
the tongue.
Re-tip the head

and try again.
Blow harder to
force the air past
the tongue.
Raise the victim's

head higher than
his feet.
Press on the
victim's lungs so
that air pressure
will blow out any
obstruction.
284
Illustration
SF-0013
starvation
starvation
Press on the
victim's lungs so
that air pressure
will blow out any
obstruction.
Press on the
victim's lungs so
that air pressure
will blow out any
obstruction.
Re-tip the head
and try again.
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291062
Question
Choice A
You are attempting to administer CPR Blow harder to
to a victim. While blowing into the
force the air past
victim's mouth, it is apparent that no the tongue.
air is getting to the lungs. Which of the
following actions should you take?
You are fighting a class "B" fire with a
portable dry chemical extinguisher.
The discharge should be directed
__________.
You are in a survival craft
broadcasting a distress message.
What information would be essential
to your rescuers?
You are in a survival craft,
broadcasting a distress message.
What information would be essential
to your rescuers?
You are in charge of the hose team
assigned to cool the upper boundaries
of the fire shown in figure 1 of the
illustration. Which hose would you use
to safely accomplish this task?
Choice B
Raise the victim's
head higher than
his feet.
Choice C
Press on the
victim's lungs so
that air pressure
will blow out any
obstruction.
Choice D
Re-tip the head
and try again.
Illustration
at the seat of the

fire, starting near
the edge
over the top of the at the main body of to bank off a

fire
the fire
bulkhead onto the
fire
The nature of the

distress.
The time of day.
Your radio call

sign.
Your position by
latitude and
longitude.
The nature of the

distress.
The time of day.
Your radio call

sign.
Your position by
latitude and
longitude.
II
Both I and II
Neither I or II
SF-0013
tap the bulkhead
move a lighted
candle along
watertight door
seal
SF-0005
I. Hose I
II. Hose II
290555
296902
You are in compartment "A", shown in

the illustration, and suspect a fire in
compartment "B". In order to check
for and confirm the fire in
compartment "B" you should
__________.
You are in the mess room when a
shipmate suddenly begins to choke, is
unable to speak and starts to turn
blue. Which of the following actions
should you take?
open the watertight feel the bulkhead

door
Administer
abdominal thrust
(Heimlich
maneuver) in an
effort to clear the
airway.
Make the victim lie Immediately

down with the feet administer CPR.
elevated to get
blood to the brain.
285
Do nothing until
the victim
becomes
unconscious.
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293304
Question
You are involved in an emergency
landing of a helicopter on the water.
You should inflate your life jacket
__________.
You are making a round of the engine
room and while entering the cargo
pump room, you discover a person
laying at the bottom of the ladder.
What action should be taken first?
Choice A
upon entering the
helicopter
Choice C
after reaching the
water, but prior to
exiting the
helicopter
Immediately enter After finishing your Promptly notify the
the area and see if round, notify the
deck watch officer.
the person is
bridge.
conscious.
Choice D
after exiting clear
of the helicopter
You are picking up a person who has

fallen overboard. A rescue boat
should be maneuvered to normally
approach the victim with the
__________.
You are replacing a section of heavy
piping on deck and using a chain fall
to lift the pipe. Which of the following
precautions should be taken to
prevent personal injury?
victim to leeward
victim to windward wind on your port

side
wind on your
starboard side
Position several
men under the
pipe so they can
catch it if it falls.
Attach lines to the

ends of the pipe
and have your
helpers steady the
load.
Place an old
Have a first aid kit
mattress under the at the job site.
hoist to prevent the
load from hitting
the deck.
notify the U.S.

Coast Guard
leave the area
notify the Army

Corps of
Engineers
Replace the
inflation bladder.
Contact the
manufacturer for
repair instruction.
decrease
stop
Some leakage
should be
expected and a
topping off tube is
provided; no other
action is
necessary.
stabilize
begin cleanup
You are taking on fuel when you
operation
notice oil in the water around your
vessel. You should immediately stop
fueling and __________.
You are testing the external inflation Replace the suit.
bladder on an immersion suit and find
it has a very slow leak. Which of the
actions listed should be taken?
You are transferring fuel from a supply increase

vessel to your MODU. If you close off
one tank in the line of tanks being
filled, the flow rate to the other open
tanks on the same line will
__________.
Choice B
prior to reaching
the water
286
Illustration
Send the QMED to

the area and have
him determine if
the person has
fainted.
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Question
Choice A
You are transferring fuel from the
secure the fuel
storage tanks to the day tanks by
manifold
means of an electric fuel oil transfer
pump. If the pump motor catches fire,
you would FIRST __________.
Choice B
shut off power to
the pump
Choice C
Choice D
shut off the power spray water on the
ventilation
fire
You are treating a shipmate with a

compound fracture of the lower arm.
Which of the listed actions should you
take?
Apply a tourniquet
to control bleeding
then align the
bones and splint.
Apply traction to
the hand to keep
the bones in line,
splint and apply a
pressure dressing.
Force the ends of

the bones back
into line, treat the
bleeding, and
splint.
Apply a bulky,
sterile, pressure
dressing to control
bleeding, then
apply a temporary
splint and place
the victim in bed.
294406
tug twice on your retreat immediately

lifeline and slow
to outside air
your breathing until
help arrives
take a deep breath

and remove your
apparatus for
adjustment
give two or three

strong exhalations
to increase the
flow through the
apparatus
295000
Certificate of
Inspection
Muster List
("Station Bill")
vessel's logbook
vessel's
documentation
295000
vessel's logbook
vessel's
documentation
muster list
Certificate of
Inspection
293105
You are wearing a self-contained

breathing apparatus while fighting a
fire in an enclosed space. If sudden
strong resistance to breathing is
experienced, your first action should
be to __________.
You can find the location of your
abandon ship post by checking the
__________.
You can find the location of your
abandon ship post by checking the
__________.
You can generally improve the
vessel's stability in a hazardous
situation by __________.
pumping double
bottoms to the
forepeak
transferring ballast deballasting

athwartships
double bottoms
299307
ballasting
appropriate port or
starboard deep
tanks
displaying three
black balls in a
vertical line
You can indicate that your vessel is in displaying a large

distress by __________.
red flag
287
sounding four
short blats and
after two seconds
sounding three
more rapid blasts
on the whistle
Illustration
continuously
sounding the fog
horn
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Question
You have abandoned ship and after
two days in a liferaft you can see an
aircraft near the horizon apparently
carrying out a search pattern. You
should __________.
Choice A
switch the EPIRB
to the homing
signal mode
Choice B
Choice C
use the voice
turn on the strobe
transmission
light on the top of
capability of the
the EPIRB
EPIRB to guide the
aircraft to your raft
Choice D
use visual distress
signals in
conjunction with
the EPIRB
294314
You have abandoned ship and after

two days in a liferaft you can see an
aircraft near the horizon apparently
carrying out a search pattern. You
should __________.
switch the EPIRB

to the homing
signal mode
use the voice

turn on the strobe
transmission
light on the top of
capability of the
the EPIRB
EPIRB to guide the
aircraft to your raft
use visual distress

signals in
conjunction with
the EPIRB
294202
You have abandoned ship and are in

an inflatable raft that has just inflated.
You hear a continuous hissing coming
from a fitting in a buoyancy tube.
identifies the cause of this situation?
The saltwater is
activating the
batteries of the
marker lights on
the canopy.
The inflation pump

is in automatic
operation to keep
the tubes full
inflated.
A deflation plug is
partially open
allowing the
escape of CO2.
Excess inflation
pressure is
bleeding off and
should soon stop.
294336
You have abandoned ship and are in 1 can

charge of a liferaft or lifeboat. How
much water per day should you permit
each person after the first 24 hours?
1 pint
1 quart
1 gallon
296904
1 can
1 pint
1 quart
1 gallon
294210
You have abandoned ship and are in

charge of a liferaft. How much water
per day should you permit each
occupant to drink after the first 24
hours?
You have abandoned ship in tropical
waters. Which of the following
procedures should be used during a
prolonged period in a liferaft?
Wet clothes during Get plenty of rest.

the day to
decrease
perspiration.
Keep the entrance All of the above.

curtains open.
295510
You have abandoned ship in tropical

waters. Which of the following
procedures should be used during a
prolonged period in a liferaft ?
Wet clothes during Get plenty of rest.

the day to
decrease
perspiration.
Keep the entrance All of the above.

curtains opened.
288
Illustration
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292153
You have just extinguished an oil fire Reflashing of the

on the floor plates of the engine room fire.
with a 15 pound CO2 extinguisher.
Which of the listed dangers should
you now be preparing to handle?
Sudden stoppage Complete lack of

of the main engine. oxygen in the
engine room.
292052
Complete lack of
oxygen in the
engine room.
Chemical reaction Sudden stoppage Rekindling of the

of the CO2 and oil of the main engine. fire.
forming carbonic
acid.
295003
13
abandon ship
dismissal from
drills
293200
You have just extinguished an oil fire

on the floor plates of the engine room
with a 15 pound (6.8 kg) CO2
extinguisher. Which of the dangers
listed should be prepared for next?
You hear the general alarm bells and
ships whistle sound for over 10
seconds. Traditionally, this is the
signal for __________.
You may improve a vessel's stability
by __________.
keeping the fuel

tanks topped off
293200
You may improve a vessel's stability

by __________.
keeping doublebottom fuel tanks

topped off
increasing the free keeping the fuel

surface effect
tanks at least half
full
increasing the free keeping fuel tanks
surface effect of
at least half full
liquid storage
tanks
Question
You have found a person laying prone
and not breathing. An electric wire is
touching the victim. Which of the
actions listed is the FIRST thing you
should do?
You have found a person laying prone
and not breathing. An electric wire is
touching the victim. Which of the
actions listed is the FIRST thing you
should do?
You have just abandoned ship and
boarded a liferaft. After the raft is
completely inflated you hear a
whistling noise coming from a safety
valve. You should __________.
Choice A
Choice B
Choice C
Shut off the power Immediately begin Immediately begin
and then remove artificial
cardiac massage.
the wire from the respiration.
person.
Illustration
Choice D
Leave the accident
scene and
summon medical
assistance.
Immediately begin Immediately begin Shut off power or

cardiac massage. artificial
remove the wire
respiration.
from the victim.
Leave the accident

scene and
summon medical
assistance.
not become
plug the safety
alarmed unless it valve
continues for a
long period of time
remove the safety

valve and replace
it with a soft patch
289
unscrew the
deflation plugs
fire and
emergency
Chemical reaction
of the CO2 and oil
forming carbonic
acid.
lower lifeboats
keeping at least
one fuel tank
empty for slops
keeping at least
one fuel tank
empty for slops
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292011
Question
You must insure that lifesaving
equipment is __________.
Choice C
inaccessible to
passengers
Choice D
on the topmost
deck of the vessel
at all times
You notice a large amount of smoke begin breaking out activate the fixed
coming from an open laundry room
the nearest fire
CO2 system
doorway, accompanied by the odor of hose
burning cotton fabric. After activating
the fire alarm, your next course of
action should be to ______.
close the door to

the room
locate and don an

available SCBA
You notice smoke coming from an

open laundry room doorway. After
activating the fire alarm, which of the
following should you do FIRST?
Immediately act to If conditions

protect spaces
permit, locate and
adjacent to the fire. use the nearest
portable fire
extinguisher and
attempt to gain
immediate control
or minimize the fire
spread.
Immediately act to
protect the
compartment that
is directly above
the laundry room.
Go to the nearest
fire station and
begin to break out
the fire hose.
292011
You notice smoke coming from an

open laundry room doorway. After
activating the fire alarm, which of the
following would you do FIRST?
Attempt to
determine what is
burning.
Locate and acquire Break out a fire

the nearest
hose.
emergency
breathing
apparatus.
Wait for the fire

team to arrive and
assist them as
instructed.
292100
101 and 102
103 and 106
106 and 108
103 and 108
294205
You receive the record of cylinder

weights, shown in the illustration, at
the annual servicing of your ship's
CO2 system. Which pair of CO2
cylinders requires recharging?
You should deploy the sea anchor
from a liferaft to __________.
keep the liferaft

from capsizing
navigate against
the current
help stay in the

general location
294205
You should deploy the sea anchor

from a liferaft to __________.
keep the liferaft

from capsizing
navigate against
the current
keep personnel
from getting
seasick
keep personnel
from getting
seasick
Choice A
locked up
Choice B
readily accessible
for use
290
Illustration
SF-0014
stay in the general

location
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295000
293003
295502
299152
293401
294333
299405
Question
You will find a limit switch on a
__________.
Your assigned emergency stations
aboard your vessel can be found on
the ship's __________.
Your assigned emergency stations
aboard your vessel can be found on
the ship's __________.
Your ship has run aground and it is
necessary to determine whether or not
a compartment has flooded.
Therefore, you should __________.
Your ship is sinking rapidly. A
container containing an inflatable
liferaft has bobbed to the surface
upon functioning of the hydrostatic
release. Which action should you
take?
Your survival craft is rolling in heavy
seas. You can reduce the possibility
of capsizing by __________.
Choice A
liferaft cradle
Choice B
radial davit
Choice C
Choice D
sheath-screw davit gravity davit
muster list
certificate of
inspection
clearance papers
permit to proceed
clearance papers
permit to proceed
certificate of
inspection
Muster List
("Station Bill")
tap the bulkhead

with a hammer to
check for a water
level
Cut the painter so Swim away from
Take no action
it will not pull the
the container so
because the
liferaft container
you will not be in
painter will cause
down.
danger as it goes the liferaft to inflate
down.
and open the
container.
shifting the rudder moving all
moving all
constantly
personnel forward personnel aft
and low
feel the bulkhead

to see if it is hot
Your vessel has run aground and

upon taking fuel oil tank soundings,
you find that a fuel tank level has
increased. You therefore should
suspect __________.
Your vessel is equipped with totally
enclosed lifeboats. Which of the
following statements is correct should
the boat be enveloped in flames?
condensation in
the fuel tank
a crack in the hull

portion of the fuel
tank
a load of bad fuel
contamination from
the saltwater
flushing system
The ventilators will

automatically close
by the action of
fusible links.
A water spay
system to cool the
outside of the boat
is operated by a
high-volume
manual pump.
A pressurized air
tank will provide
approximately ten
minutes of air for
the survivors and
the diesel engine.
Your vessel is required to have an

impulse-projected line throwing
appliance. The auxiliary line must
__________.
be of light color
The diesel engine

will take its air
supply from
outside the lifeboat
to prevent
asphyxiation of the
crew.
be 250 meters in
length
have a breaking
strength of 9000
lbs force
be made of
synthetic material
open the watertight open a hatch dog

door and take a
on the side of the
quick look
hinges
291
Illustration
Manually open the

container and
with the hand
pump.
rigging a sea
anchor
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Question
Your vessel is taking on bunkers from
a shore side facility. If oil begins
flowing from one tank vent, which of
the following actions should be taken
FIRST?
Your vessel is taking on fuel oil when
a small leak develops in the hose and
you have ordered the pumping
stopped. Before resuming pumping
Choice A
Open the intake
valve to an
adjacent tank.
Choice B
Set out drip pans
and sawdust and
begin to mop up
the spill.
notify the terminal

superintendent
place a large drip repair the hose

pan under the leak with a patch
and plug the
scuppers
292
Choice C
Signal the shore
control point to
shutdown.
Choice D
Close the valve on
the tank vent line.
Illustration
replace the hose
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cargo lines at the

product before the product during the product after the

inert gas scrubber firemain

all of the above

A vessels midship Tanks storing oil in Oil tanks in the

A burning AC motor would be

A category of health hazard, as listed

pyrophoric hazard reactive hazard

has the minimum

will assume the

A characteristic of most petroleum

lighter than air

heavier than air

A chemical material, as listed on a

A chemical material, as listed on a

engine room bilge breathing

electric fresh water

A class "C" fire is burning

engine room bilges main switchboard

A class "D" fire would involve the

A compound fracture is a fracture

in which more than in which the same

A continual change in the list, or trim negative 'GM'

secure from boat

fire alarm signal

secure from all

A continuous sounding of the vessel's man overboard

A crew member has been overcome

All of the above.

Third degree burn Second degree

A crew member has suffered a burn

Elevate the foot

Warm the frost

A crew member suffering from

a brisk rub down

a brisk rub down

a brisk rub down

turning the victim's

Massage the area Use temporary

a water operated a mechanism

A cutoff valve in the fire main system damage from

being used for

A device for preventing sparks or

A distress signal __________.

the CO2 does not

the cylinders are

they are not

straps from the

A feature of an inflatable raft which

they are not

checking fireman's checking relevant

all of the above

any of the above

the transfer of heat

A fire cannot exist if which of the listed Oxygen

Any of the above.

ridges in the floor

A fire hose is subject to damage if the

all-purpose nozzle hose sections

A fire in an electrical generator is

cooling the outside shutting all

closing the sea