航海英语听力与会话-问答(第三版)

问答题答案

第二章 进出港业务

1.What’s the validity of the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate? Five years.

2.What flag should hoisted when a vessel requires quarantine inspection? “Q” flag.

3.Can a ship enter a foreign port before quarantine inspection? No, she can’t.

4.Why must the customs officer seal the bonded store? In order to avoid any smuggled things or contrabands.

5.Please list 5 ship’s certificates.

Classification Certificate, International Tonnage Certificate, International Load Line Certificate, Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate, Ship Safety Navigation Certificate.

6.Are cigarettes and liquor exempted from customs duties? Yes, if it is for ship’s consumption.

7.How can the captain do with the shore passes before leaving a port?

The captain will return them to the immigration officer.

8.Which certificate prescribes general requirements for the functions of radiotelegraphy installation for lifeboat onboard? The Safety Radiotelegraphy Certificate.

9.Which certificate specifies the freeboard assignment of a ship?

The International Load Line Certificate.

10.Which document demonstrates a ship being in a fit and efficient condition and classed?

The Classification Certificate.

11.If your ship needs provisions and / or replenishments, how do you get them?

We can get them from the ship chandler.

12.What document should you show when you go through the customs formalities?

Captain’s declaration, last port clearance, B/L, cargo manifests, crew list, crew effects list, ship’s store list and so on.

13.Who issues the shore passes to the crew members wishing to go ashore? Immigration officer.

14.What documents should generally be shown to the quarantine officer?

Crew list, Health Declaration, Yellow Book, De-ratting Exemption Certificate.

15.What documents should generally be shown to the customs officer?

Captain’s declaration, last port clearance, B/L, cargo manifests, crew list, crew effects list, ship’s store list and so on.

16.What documents should generally be shown to the immigration officer?

Crew list, crew passport, seaman’s book and so on.

第三章 靠离与锚泊业务

1.Can you list at least three mooring lines? Head line, stern line, breast line and spring line.

2.What should be prepared before the pilot comes on board?

We should confirm the pilot boarding time and position, stand by engine, rig the pilot ladder, and so on.

3.What is the maximum speed through the water that your ship can anchor without risking breaking the cable? Less than two knots.

4.What flag should be hoisted when a vessel requires a pilot? “G” flag.

5.How can a ship get in touch with a port before her arrival? By VHF or TELEX.

6.What ship’s particulars will pilot station usually ask for? Ship’s name, call sign, position, draft, ETA and so on. 7.What should be reported to the pilot station?

Ship’s name, call sign, position, draft, ETA and so on. 8.What should be confirmed from the pilot station? Pilot boarding time and position.

9.When the vessel enters the VTS area, what is requested to report?

Ship’s name, call sign, position, draft, ETA and so on. 10.What does “foul anchor” mean? It means “crossing anchor”.

11.If you are ordered: “Stand by both engines!” How should you reply and report?

Reply “Stand by both engines!” and report “Both engines stand by!”

12.Can you list three famous canals in the world? Panama canal, Suez canal and Kiel canal.

13.When you request the receiver to remain on channel 16 in VHF communication, what do you say? “Stand by on channel 16!”.

14.How do you rectify the mistake in marine VHF communication?

Say “MISTAKE” followed by the corresponding part of the message.

15.How do you emphasize the important part of a message in marine VHF communication?

Say “REPART” followed by the corresponding part of the message.

16.What does “abandon vessel” mean?

To evacuate all crew and passengers from a vessel following distress.

17.What does the abbreviation ETD stand for? Estimated time of departure.

18.What does “dredging of an anchor” mean?

Moving of an anchor over the sea bottom to control the movement of the vessel.

19.What does “underway” mean?

The ship is not at anchor, aground, or made fast to the shore. 20.What does “dragging of an anchor” mean?

Moving of an anchor over the sea bottom involuntarily, because it is no longer preventing the movement of the vessel.

21.What is the difference between a “radar beacon” and a “radar reflector”?

Radar beacon can transmit the radar waves while radar reflector can only reflect them.

22.How many objects do you need to get a position using “horizontal sextant angles”? Three fixed visual objects.

23.Why is a magnetic compass kept on board when a gyro compass is more accurate?

Once the gyro compass fails, the magnetic compass can replace it.

24.What do you report when the anchor has been heaved out of the ground and is clear of it? Report “ANCHOR AWEIGH”.

25.When preparing for anchoring what must you do before releasing the bow stoppers?

To check the ship’s speed and the depth of water.

26.Would you let go an anchor from the hawse pipe if the depth was 75 meters?

No,the water is deep.

27.Why must you consider ship’s speed and sea depth when you release the bow stoppers?

In order not to exceed the SWL of the bow stoppers.

28.What must always be brought and placed close to the pilot ladder well before the pilot’s embarkation? The lifebuoy with line and light.

29.Why is dangerous to anchor in ice?

The ship may be trapped by the ice and the anchor may not be brought up.

30.What flag is hoisted when the pilot has arrived on board? “H” flag.

第四章 装卸作业

1.How many classes of dangerous goods are there according to the IMDG code? Can you list some?

9 classes, such as explosive, flammables, poisons, corrosives and so on.

2.What kind of cargo is classified as flammable cargo? Is easy to burn, including gas, liquid and solid.

3.Please describe the general nature of general cargo. General cargo is a verity of cargo and is packed separately. 4.Please describe the general nature of bulk cargo.

Bulk cargo is the single cargo without package when under transport.

5.What kind of cargo is canvas sling suitable for lifting? A canvas sling is suitable for lifting bulk cargo, bagged cargo, and so on.

6.What kind of cargo is chain sling suitable for lifting?

A chain sling is suitable for lifting general cargo, such as steel sheets,timber and so on.

7.What kind of cargo is net sling suitable for lifting? A net sling is suitable for lifting general cargo in pieces. 8.What does the abbreviation COW stand for? Crude oil washing.

9.What does “jettison of cargo” mean?

To throw the cargo overboard in order to lighten the vessel or improve it’s stability in case of an emergency.

10.What does “compatibility of goods” mean?

The different goods can be stowed together in one hold. 11.What does the abbreviation SWL stand for? Safe working load.

12.What does “shifting cargo” mean?

It means to move the cargo from one place to another. 13.What does “Union purchase” mean?

A method of cargo handing by combining two derricks, one of which is fixed over the hatch and the other over the ship’s side. 14.What preparations shall be done before loading cargo? Before loading cargo, holds should be cleaned and made ready for use and inspection.

15.What is the loading capacity of your vessel?

My vessel’s loading capacity is 16000 tons.

16.What cargo hand gear and equipment dose your vessel have?

My vessel have three deck cranes.

17.What can be used to removed spillage? Oil absorbent, chemical agent and so on.

18.What shall be ensured before entering the enclosed space? Before entering the enclosed space, we should ensure ventilation and oxygen detection. 19.Please list some cargo papers.

Stowage plan, shipping order, bill of lading, cargo manifest. 20.What must you wear when you enter an enclosed space? Breathing apparatus, gloves, helmet, safety shoes and safety line.

第五章 航行

1.Why is it important to sound fog signals?

To sound fog signals can help vessel to avoid close-quarters situation or risk collision.

2.When would you sound the general alarm?

When emergency accidents take place on board or carrying out drills.

3.When should an OOW notify the master immediately for emergency ship-handling or complicated navigation? Please list some.

The OOW will notify the master in such conditions as: equipment failure, distress call, heavy traffic, low visibility and so on. 4.How does the OOW assess risk of collision generally? According to the relevant provisions in the COLREG.

5.How should the relieving officer behave in case a bridge maneuver already took place but has not been over?

He should check ship’s surroundings, ship’s position, course, speed and so on.

6.List the main items to be updated on the pilot card. LOA, breadth,gross tonnage, draft and so on.

7.Besides the collision risks, what else should you monitor on watch in reduced visibility?

Generally the compasses, auto pilot, navigation and signal lights, and any other navigational equipment on the bridge.

8.How do you know the VHF channels to be monitored when leaving port?

Look through the Admiralty List of Radio Signals or guide to port entry.

9.What should the master expect from the OOW on arriving at the bridge?

The ship’s position, course, speed, and any other information about navigation.

10.Who should be in attendance when a pilot on the ladder? The OOW and sailors.

11.When would you instruct a lookout to assist you on the bridge?

In restricted visibility, or in case of other difficult or emergent situations.

12.What effect will the general alarm have on all the crew?

All crew members should go to their muster stations immediately. 13.Why is record keeping a necessary part of watch keeping? To make sure that he keeps proper watch according to relevant rules and conventions.

14.Apart from those for navigation safety, what else should you do on an anchor watch?

Keep security watch and carry out fire patrol.

15.How would you conveniently, check the compass error in pilotage waters?

We can use the landmarks to check the compass error.

16.If a sailing ship is overtaking a power-driven vessel, who has right of way?

The power-driven vessel.

17.A power-driven vessel is on collision course with a fishing trawler. Who has the right of way? The fishing trawler.

18.How many meters are there in a nautical mile? 1852 meters.

19.If you travel from Panama to New York, will your latitude increase or decrease? The latitude increase.

20.How many “position lines” are needed to make a position? At least two position lines.

21.Can you define the very important term “underway”?

The vessel is not at anchor, aground or made fast to the shore. 22.You observe a ship, during daytime, exhibiting three balls on the same halyard. What has happened? The vessel aground.

23.What does the abbreviation IALA stand for? International Association of Lighthouse Authorities. 24.Is it safe to pass north of a North mark? Yes, it is safe.

25.Is it safe to pass north of a South mark? No, it is not safe.

26.Does “variation” change due to ship’s position? Yes, it is.

27.Does “deviation” change due to ship’s position? No, it doesn’t change.

28.When correcting charts why must you use symbols and abbreviations from chart 5011?

It’s the standard of all the charts.

29.You have purchased a new chart.Is it right ready for use? No, because it may not be corrected up to date.

30.What publication do you need to correct charts properly? Notice to mariners.

31.What course in degrees corresponds to south-east? 135 degrees.

32.What is the angle between magnetic and true meridian call-ed?

Variation.

33.Where can you always find information about the magnetic variation?

In the compass rose, by isogonic lines or a note on the chart. 34.When a ship picks up speed, will draught increase or decrease? Increase.

35.A ship ahead of you has hoisted the signal flag “O”, what has happened? Man overboard.

第六章 修船与船体保养

1.Why does a ship need maintenance?

To keep the surface of the ship clean and ensure the ship is seaworthy.

2.Who is in charge of the maintenance work?

The chief officer is in charge of the deck department maintenance work.

3.Can you list some types of repair?

Voyage repair, major repair, annual repair, dock repair and so on. 4.What is a voyage repair?

Voyage repair is the repair carried out in a period of a voyage. 5.What is a major repair?

Major repair is a periodical repair as required by the ship’s survey for safe operation. 6.What is an annual repair?

Annual repair is the repair carried out every year. 7.What is a repair list?

Repair list is a list of all the items to be repaired.

8.What special attention should be paid to when writing a repair list?

The description on the items to be repaired must be accurate and detailed.

9.Can list at least five kinds of paint?

Anti-corrosive paint, anti-fouling paint, primer, bituminous solution,

surface paint.

10.Can you list some classification societies in the world? ABS, BV, CCS, DNV, NK and so on.

11.What kind of paint is usually given to the ship’s bottom? Anti-fouling paint.

12.What kind of paint is usually given to the places such as radiators, pipes and funnels? Aluminum powder paint.

13.What kind of coating is usually applied to anchors and chains?

Bituminous solution.

14.What is the difference between“repair list”and“repair bill”? Repair list is a list of all the items to be repaired, while

repair bill is a list of charges to be paid upon the completion of the repair work.

15.What is used to measure the thickness of hull plates? With ultrasonic wave.

16.Could you list some different kinds of ship’s survey?

Voyage survey, annual survey, periodical survey, special survey and so on.

17.What should be done before applying a priming coat of paint?

De-rust and clean it before applying primer.

18.What kind of coating is usually applied in the double bottom tanks?

Special ballast tank paint.

19.What must be considered when stowing away synthetic ropes?

It should be kept away from heat, oil, moisture an so on.

第七章 事故处理

1.What is your purpose to prepare the Confirmation of Colli-sion Occurrence to the Captain of the other vessel? To make the fact clear and avoid possible disputes.

2.What shall be usually attached to the report on the collision accident?

Abstract of Logbook, Survey Report and Photo Pictures if necessary

3.When should a sea protest be submitted to and endorsed by the authorities concerned?

When heavy weather was encountered and the ship or cargo might have been damaged.

4.Generally speaking, which is responsible for the damage after a collision between a vessel moored and a vessel under-way?

The vessel underway is responsible for the damage.

5.What is the sound signal to warn a vessel of the immediate danger of collision?

Five short and rapid blasts.

6.What actions will you take after a collision with another vessel?

Coordinate actions between the two vessels and stand by for rescue.

7.As a chief officer, what is you responsibility in damage control of collision?

In damage control operation, chief officer is in charge of the operation on the spot.

8.What does “SOPEP” mean?

Ship Oil Pollution Emergency Plan.

9.Whom shall be reported to in case of an oil pollution incident ?

The authorities of the coastal countries.

10.What’s the first step in handling the cargo damage caused by the stevedores?

Report to the chief officer and ask the foreman to confirm the cargo damage.

11.What anti-stowaway precautions should you take before the vessel sails from a port?

Patrol the ship and check all the possible places.

12.What is your first response when you detect a fire? Sound the fire alarm and report to the bridge. 13.What can be used to handle an oil spill?

Oil absorbent, oil dispersants, chemical agent and so on. 14.What are the ways to re-float a grounded vessel?

Wait for the high water, adjust ballast or deballast, shift or jettison some cargo, ask for the assistance from the tugs. 15.Can you list some ways of correcting listing?

Adjust ballast or deballast, shift or jettison some cargo.

16.What will you first do if you find some oil near your vessel while bunkering?

Stop the bunkering and report.

17.What will you do first if a crew member was seriously injured?

Provide the first aid immediately and report.

18.What will you do first if your vessel is under attack by pirates?

Sound the alarm to muster all crew members.

19.If some one returns to the ship very drunk, should he be left alone to ‘sleep it off’?

No, we should take care of him.

20.If you see a person collapsed who is in contact with

electricity what is the first thing you must do before attempting to switch off the supply?

We should sound alarm and call for help.

21.If you suspect someone has inhaled a dangerous substance what can you do to help even if you are not trained? Take him to the open air and ask for professional help.

22.In what circumstances do you give artificial respiration and mouth to mouth ventilation?

When the person has no breath and can not breath by himself. 23.How should you try to stop bleeding first? Press the wound with fingers.

24.If you suspect someone has been poisoned what is the first thing you should try to do? Try to force him to vomit.

25.What is the most important thing to consider when treating a wound?

Stop bleeding and disinfection.

第八章 消防与船员自救

1.What kind of fire extinguishers can you use for an electric fire?

CO2 or dry powder extinguishers.

2.What cannot be used for an electric fire? What and foam extinguishers.

3.What are the three components of fire? Oxygen, fuel and ignition.

4.How often is a fire drill required to be carried out on cargo ships?

Once a month.

5.What must you do first if you find a fire on board? Sound the fire alarm and report to the bridge. 6.What does the muster list show?

Crew’s station and liability in the event of any emergency. 7.What will you first do if you see a person fall overboard? Throw a lifebuoy to him and report to the bridge.

8.How often is a boat drill required to be carried out on board a cargo ship?

Once a month.

9.Can you list at least three different kinds of extinguishers? CO2, dry powder, water and foam extinguishers.

10.In general, what parties are involved in a fire drill? Fire-fighting party, separation party and rescue party. 11.Where should fire control plan be located?

In the water-tight boxes marked “fire control plan” on the main deck outside of the accommodation quarters.

12.How often will the lifeboat be launched into water? Once every three months.

13.What does “retreat signal” mean?

The sound, visual or other signal to a team ordering it to return its base.

14.What is “general alarm signal”?

General alarm is an emergency alarm, it is seven short blasts and one prolonged blast.

15.What does “fire patrol” mean? Patrol to find the sign of fire.

16.What is “damage control team”?

A group of crew members to fighting flooding in the vessel. 17.How do you check fixed installation?

By weighing or testing the pressure of the cylinder once every two years.

18.Can you list two main reasons for electric fire? Short circuit and overload.

19.What is the minimum number of motor lifeboats fitted on board?

200% of the number of crew on cargo vessels, 100% of the number of passengers on passenger ships.

20.Could list some apparatus in an open lifeboat?

Certain amount of food and fresh water, one sea anchor, one radar reflector, and so on.

21.Would a cargo with a high “flash point” be of more concern to you than one with a low “flash point”?

No, a cargo with a low flash point would be of more concern. 22.What is meant by “starving” a fire?

It means to remove the fuel of the fire and cut off the oxygen supply.

23.Before you enter into an “enclosed space”, what safety pre-cautions should you take?

We should ventilate fully and check the oxygen concentration. 24.What is supposed to be transferred over the International Shore Connection? Water for fire fighting.

25.If a person who has no authority to be on board attempts to enter the ship, where should he be stopped? He should be stopped at the gangway.

26.How often should an “emergency fire pump” be tested? Once a month.

27.What is the most effective fire extinguisher for the galley on board ship?

CO2 extinguishers.

28.For ship at sea what is the general procedure to follow for fires in cargo holds?

Sound the fire alarm, shut off all the ventilation and release CO2 extinguishers.

29.What is the absolute minimum number of lifejackets required on board ship?

One lifejacket for each crew, two pieces on the bridge, two pieces in the engine room and six pieces in the forepeak.

30.You are a survivor at sea when an SAR(Search And Rescue) aircraft drops a red container. What is in it?

Life apparatus such as life jacket, life rope and so on.

第九章 救助

1.What does “initial course” mean in search and rescue operation?

The course directed by the OSC or other authorized person to be steered at the beginning of a search. 2.What does “jettison of cargo” mean?

To throw the cargo overboard in order to lighten the vessel or improve it’s stability in case of an emergency. 3.What’s the difference between “heel” and “list”? “heel” is caused by external force, while “list” is caused by internal force.

4.What does “EPIRB” stand for?

Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon.

5.What does SAR stand for? Search And Rescue.

6.What is INMARSAT short for?

International Maritime Satellite Organization. 7.What does UTC stand for? Universal Time Coordinated. 8.What does RCC stand for? Rescue Coordination Center. 9.What is SART?

Search And Rescue Transponder.

10.Can you list three or more search patterns?

Expanding square search pattern, sector search pattern, parallel sweep search pattern, ship/aircraft coordinate search pattern. 11.What does a “hampered vessel” mean?

A vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver by the nature of her work.

12.What does MMSI stand for? Maritime Mobile Service Identity. 13.What is “Muster list”?

Muster list is a list showing crew’s station and liability in any event of emergency.

14.What does OSC stand for? On-Scene Commander.

15.What does VHF stand for? Very High Frequency.

16.What is the sound alarm for abandoning vessel? Seven short blasts and one prolonged blast.

17.When will a parallel sweep search usually be used? When a vessel searches and rescues with another vessel assistance.

18.When will a sector search pattern usually be used? Single vessel searches and rescues.

19.When will the expanding square search usually be used? Single vessel searches and rescues.

20.List some visual and audible distress signals for attracting attention when in distress.

Orange smoke signal, rocket parachute flare, hand flare,and fog signaling apparatus.

21.Would you please pronounce the correct international code words for ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’ and ‘D’?

ALFA, BRAVO, CHARLIE, DELTA.

22.By regulation, what is the minimum amount of water required per person in the lifeboat? Three liters.

23.‘Smothering’ is a way of dealing with fire. How does it work? Cut off the supply of oxygen.

24.What reason would you think is justified for postponing the fire drill to a more suitable time?

When encounter the heavy weather or imminent danger.

25.A ship anchored close to your ship hoists the flag ‘I’ what action should you take?

Keep a lookout and take relevant collision avoidance. 26.What altitude must a ‘rocket parachute flare’ reach to comply with regulation? Over 300 meters.

27.What action would you take if you were on duty on deck and you observe oil leaking from the ship’s side? Sound the alarm and report to the master.

28.When would you need a ‘resuscitator’? When the person is not breathing.

29.A ship ahead hoists the flag ‘D’ and gives one long blast followed by two short blasts. What is the message? Keep clear of me, I am maneuvering with difficulty. 30.What does 2182 kHz mean to you?

It is used in distress alerting and safety calling.

第十章 遇险

1.What does MAYDAY mean in marine communications? It means the vessel is in distress or in critical danger. 2.What should be included in MAYDAY messages?

The ship’s name, call sign, position, nature of distress, the assistance she needs and so on.

3.What does PAN-PAN mean in marine communications? It means an urgent message about a serious danger for the vessel, crew and passengers.

4.What does SECURITE mean in marine communications? It means the message concerns the safety of navigation.

5.What are passengers advised to put on while abandoning the vessel?

The passengers are advised to put on lifejackets. 6.What is the general emergency alarm? Seven short blasts and one prolonged blast.

7.Can you give a briefing on how to put on lifejackets?

Put it on and tie fast with the reflection belt outside, and check the whistle and self-igniting light in good order.

8.What can be used to attract attention after abandoning the vessel? By orange smoking signals, hand flares, rocket parachute flares and so on.

9.How many portable radios must be fitted on a survival craft? At least one portable radio.

10.What is the minimum requirement for a line-throwing appliance?

Each set line-throwing appliance with four projectiles, the line’s length is not less than 230m and broken strength is not less than 2kn.

11.If you should fall overboard, what would you do?

I should swim outward quickly and avoid the ship’s propellers. 12.Can you list some risks to crew while abandoning vessels? Such as shortage of food, fresh water and the fuel oil of the lifeboat, the crew’s strength and healthy conditions.

13.Where are explosions most commonly encountered on board ship?

In the E/R, oil tanks, dangerous cargo holds, paint locker and so on.

14.How is it possible to find safety equipment in a room full of smoke?

You should lower down your body and cover your mouth with wet towels.

15.What type of oil is used in certain rescue operations to pre-vent the seas breaking?

Storm oil, such as vegetable oil.

16.Coastal radio stations keep a constant watch on distress frequencies. What frequencies are they? 2182kHz, VHF CH16 and so on.

17.A ship is signaling you with his ‘Aldis lamp’ (Morse lamp) the letter ‘U’. What is the message for you? You are running into danger.

18.When launching an inflatable life-raft into the sea, what is it most important to secure? Secure the painter first.

19.What type of engine must a lifeboat have? Internal combustion engine.

20.Why should you not take high protein food with you in a life boat?

Because you are easy to be thirsty and lack of fresh water in lifeboat.

21.If you are in a lifeboat without an imminent prospect of being rescued, how soon should you issue food and water? After 24 hours.

22.When there is a muster for an emergency there are several things that must be closed. Give three examples.

Watertight doors, fire doors and ventilators must be closed. 23.In tidal waters what would be the best time to ‘beach’ the ship in an emergency?

In high water or slack water.

24.If you see a small, controlled fire on board another ship while at sea, what is the signal from the ship? Disstress signal.

25.What should be done to make sure that medicines are on board each lifeboat?

The third officer should check and change them regularly.

26.If you have no rockets, flags, signals or radio, how can you indicate to a ship in signal from the ship?

By smoking, fire or stretch out both arms, move up and down slowly and repeatedly.

27.If the anchor is reported dragging, what would be your first action?

Report to the captain and stand by engine.

第十一章 港口国检查

1.Can you list some items to be checked for load line requirements in PSC inspections?

The validity of load line certificate, the compliance of draft, plimsoll

mark and so on.

2.Can you list some items to be checked for navigational equipment in PSC inspections?

The working condition of ARPA, GPS, AIS, siren, gyro compass, magnetic compass, steering gear and so on.

3.Can you list some items to be checked for life-saving appliances in PSC inspection?

The lifeboats and their riggings, life rafts, lifebuoys, lifejackets, signals and the record of life-saving drills.

4.Can you list some items to be checked for fire-fighting arrangement in PSC inspection?

The fixed CO2 fire-fighting system, portable extinguishers, fire hose, nozzles, international shore connections and the record of fire-fighting drills.

5.Can you list some items to be checked for radio equipment in PSC inspections?

The Radio Safety Equipment Certificate, the working and checking record of EPIRB, SART, DSC, VHF and so on.

6.Can you list some items to be checked for accommodation in PSC inspections?

The sanitary condition of galley, cabins, refrigerating store, provisions store and so on.

7.Can you list some items to be checked for MARPOL & Chemical in PSC inspections?

The record of garbage, oily water, the spillage control gear, IOPP, SOPEP and so on.

8.Can you list some items to be checked for hull, machinery & cargo gear in PSC inspections?

Classification Certificate, Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate, Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate, the water-tightness of hull, deck, hatch cover and so on.

9.What are the key items to be checked within your duties on-board?

The life-saving equipment, fire-fighting equipment and so on. 10.What’s the meaning of your ship’s name? BEAGLE VII.

11.What’s the call sign of your ship? 3ELK9.

12.What’s the ship’s nationality? PANAMA.

13.What’s your IMO number of your ship? 9431109.

14.Which classification society was your ship registered? BV.

15.What type is your vessel? A bulk carrier.

16.When was your ship built with? It was built in MAY. 2007.

17.When was your ship put into use? It was put into use 8 years ago.

18.When was your ship registered in CCS? 01st. MAY. 2007.

19.When was last survey carried out? Last month.

20.Where should the muster lists be exhibited on board? Such as the bridge, engine room, mess room and other public places.

21.What does the proper care of the ship’s food services and supplies involve?

It involves crew’s health.

22.What are the duties of the galley crew and others in the stores department?

Take ship’s food services and keep good sanitary condition of galley, refrigerating store and provisions store.

23.What are the requirements of the heating system of crew accommodation space?

To maintain it to a satisfactory level.

24.What are the minimal standards for natural lighting in the living rooms of the crew?

It should enable the crew with natural eyesight to read newspapers at any part of living rooms in clear day.

25.What are sufficient grounds to stop cargo operation? Generally speaking bad weather.

26.What does the effectiveness of life-saving appliances depend on?

On expiration date.

27.What is the special attention of the ship with respect to the carriage of solid bulk cargoes?

Avoiding wet damage, tainting damage and so on.

28.What relevant provisions should the responsible crew members be familiar with? The SMS documents.

29.What are sufficient grounds to stop cargo operation? Generally speaking bad weather.

30.What should be taken into account in judging the suitability of oil for crude oil washing? Oxygen concentration.

31.What’s your ship’s name in your language? 猎犬七号.

32.What’s your maximum permitted draft? 8.54 meters.

33.Who is your shipowner? NYK LINE.

34.What working language do you use? Chinese and English.

第十二章 ISPS

1.What does SSO stand for? The Ship Security Officer. 2.What does SSP stand for? The Ship Security Plan. 3.What does DOC stand for? The Document Of Compliance. 4.What does SSAS stand for? The Ship Security Alarm System. 5.What does CSO stand for? The Company Security Officer. 6.What does ISSC stand for?

The International Ship Security Certificate. 7.What does CSR stand for?

The Continuous Synopsis Record.

8.Can you list some restricted areas onboard?

Such as the bridge, engine room, steering gear room, ship’s stores, cargo areas and other control stations.

9.Can you list some responsibilities of a ship security officer? He is responsible for the security of the ship, including arranging for training and drills and so on.

10.Can you list some main ship security equipments?

The Ship Security Alarm System, GMDSS, AIS, VHF and so on. 11.Can you describe the general arrangements or responses to security level 1 as a ship security officer?

The boarding person’s identities, reasons and their

accompanying items must be examined, all the non-living spaces must be locked.

12.Can you describe the general arrangements or responses to security level 2 as a ship security officer?

Assign additional personnel as security lookouts, limit number of accessing points, carry out full searches of the ship.

13.Can you describe the general arrangements or responses to security level 3 as a ship security officer?

Set up additional restricted areas, leave only one accessing point, keep unauthorized personnel out, stop cargo operations. 14.Can you list some information relating to security that AIS can receive or transmit?

The ship’s name, call sign, MMSI number, IMO number, course, speed and other particulars.

15.How do you control the unauthorized boarding at gangway? Standing gangway watch, denying any access without identified, escorting visitors and report to the SSO if necessary.

16.What procedures or controls do you use to ensure security onboard before departure?

Inspect the entire ship for any dangers or stowaways and confirm the inspection result.

17.What are the typical problems identified in security drills? Some crew members are not familiar with the procedures of the security drills.