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Bulk Carriers, Personal Safety and Environmental Protection

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  1. Question 1

    According to SOLAS, what is the minimum level of oxygen required before entry into an enclosed space?
    • 16 %.
    • 18 %.
    • 21 %.
    • 25 %.

  2. Question 2

    According to the IMO, at least how many sets of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) must be available when fumigation has been carried out?
    • Four.
    • Eight.
    • Six.
    • Two.

  3. Question 3

    Do the poisoning and suffocation risks of various cargoes only exist within the cargo spaces?
    • Yes – unless there has been a structural failure, such as a crack.
    • Yes. Other compartments are usually not directly connected to the cargo holds.
    • Yes. The gases or vapours can only accumulate in the cargo holds where the cargo was stowed.
    • No. gases and/or vapours can migrate to nearby compartments and spaces.

  4. Question 4

    How are portable water jet machines able to project a jet of water to a height of 30 metres or more?
    • By using an electrically-powered pump.
    • By using the ship’s fire main supply with a suitable venturi nozzle.
    • By using compressed air to assist the water jet.
    • Portable water jet machines cannot project a water jet to this height.

  5. Question 5

    How are the risks of enclosed space entry on a bulk carrier controlled?
    • The ship’s SMS will require a Permit to Work system to be in place covering all aspects of enclosed space entry.
    • The IMSBC Code provides guidance on enclosed space entry.
    • The Master will decide which compartments are safe to enter based on past experience.
    • The Shipper’s Declaration will provide guidance on cargo toxicity.

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Bulk Carriers, Personal Safety and Environmental Protection is a CBT test with 31 questions and verified answers. Common topics include: wash water, cargo, safety, out, entry, space, risks, jet.

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