1. What is a Dynamic Positioning (DP) System primarily used for?

 A) Navigating in deep-sea waters

 B) Automatically maintaining a vessel’s heading and position
 C) Enhancing the speed of vessels
 D) Assisting with docking procedures

2. Which of the following is NOT a component of the DP System?

 A) Power System
 B) Thruster System
 C) Communication System
 D) DP Control System

3. Which of the following is NOT a type of oil exploration and drilling vessel?

 a) Drillship
 b) Semi-submersible vessel
 c) Shuttle tanker
 d) Jack-up vessel

4. What is the main purpose of a corner casting in a shipping container?

 a) To provide ventilation
 b) For stacking and lifting purposes
 c) To secure the container doors
 d) To regulate temperature inside the container

5. What does the "tare weight" of a container refer to?

 a) The maximum weight the container can carry

 b) The weight of the cargo inside the container
 c) The weight of the empty container
 d) The maximum gross weight of the container

6. What does a CSC certification plate indicate?

 a) The ownership of the container

 b) Compliance with international safety standards
 c) The container's capacity
 d) The type of cargo the container is designed to carry

7. Which of the following is NOT a marking found on a standard shipping container?

 a) ISO code
 b) Maximum gross weight
 c) Stacking load value
 d) Container material composition

8. Which of the following is classified as frozen cargo?

 a) Fruits and fresh vegetables

 b) Meat and fish
  c) Eggs and cheese
 d) Butter and dairy products

9. What is the purpose of pre-cooling cargo spaces on a reefer ship?

 a) To prevent moisture buildup

 b) To achieve carriage temperature as quickly as possible
 c) To increase the storage capacity
 d) To maintain humidity levels

10. Which of the following is NOT a typical feature of a heavy lift ship?

 a) Reinforced deck
 b) Large cranes
 c) Submersible hull
 d) High-speed propulsion

11. Which of the following is a concern specific to Ro-Ro ships?

 A) Lack of internal bulkheads

 B) Excessive fuel consumption
 C) Difficulty in navigation
 D) Limited cargo capacity

12. Which of the following is an important safety consideration when securing

vehicles on a Ro-Ro ship?

 A) Vehicles should always be stowed athwart ships

 B) Lashings should be attached to any part of the vehicle, including bumpers
 C) Wheels of vehicles should be blocked to prevent shifting
 D) Vehicles with rubber wheels should not be stowed on wooden dunnage

13. A container is stowed in Bay 16, Row 05, Tier 88. What is the location of this
container?

 A) Port side, below deck

 B) Starboard side, on deck
 C) Starboard side, below deck
 D) Port side, on deck

14. Which type of refrigeration system uses brine as the primary refrigerant?

 A) Direct refrigeration system

 B) Air-cooled refrigeration system
 C) Indirect refrigeration system
 D) Absorption refrigeration system

15. What should be done if damaged or thawed items are discovered during random
inspections of refrigerated cargo?

 A) Continue loading the cargo without any changes

 B) Mix the damaged items with the rest of the cargo
 C) Reject or isolate the damaged items to prevent contamination
 D) Increase the refrigeration temperature to compensate

1.

Which of the following is NOT a type of offshore vessel?

2.
1. A) Drillship
2. B) Jack-up Vessel
3. C) Submarine
4. D) Floating Platform
5. Answer: C) Submarine
3.

What is the primary function of Platform Supply Vessels (PSVs)?

4.

1. A) Transporting oil from offshore rigs to refineries

2. B) Laying underwater cables
3. C) Transporting supplies to rigs and oil platforms
4. D) Conducting seismic surveys
5. Answer: C) Transporting supplies to rigs and oil platforms

5.

Which of the following vessels is equipped with a moon pool for underwater
work?

6.

1. A) Platform Supply Vessel

2. B) Diving Support Vessel
3. C) Anchor Handling Tug Vessel
4. D) Construction Support Vessel
5. Answer: B) Diving Support Vessel

7.

What is a Dynamic Positioning (DP) System primarily used for?

8.

1. A) Navigating in deep-sea waters

2. B) Automatically maintaining a vessel’s heading and position
 3. C) Enhancing the speed of vessels
4. D) Assisting with docking procedures
5. Answer: B) Automatically maintaining a vessel’s heading and position

9.

Which of the following is NOT a component of the DP System?

10.

1. A) Power System
2. B) Thruster System
3. C) Communication System
4. D) DP Control System
5. Answer: C) Communication System

11.

Which type of vessels commonly use DP Systems?

12.

1. A) Submarines
2. B) Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODUs)
3. C) Cargo Ships
4. D) Passenger Ferries
5. Answer: B) Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODUs)

13.

DP Systems are crucial for maintaining the position of vessels during which
activity?

14.

1. A) Routine navigation
2. B) Diving operations
3. C) High-speed travel
4. D) Long-distance voyages
5. Answer: B) Diving operations

15.

What does DP in DP System stand for?

16.

1. A) Dynamic Pressure
 2. B) Dynamic Positioning
3. C) Drill Point
4. D) Depth Position
5. Answer: B) Dynamic Positioning

17.

FPSO stands for:

18.

1. A) Floating Production Storage and Offloading

2. B) Fixed Platform Storage and Operation
3. C) Floating Platform Supply Operations
4. D) Fixed Production Storage and Offloading
5. Answer: A) Floating Production Storage and Offloading

19.

Seismic vessels are primarily used for:

20.

1. A) Drilling and exploration

2. B) Transporting personnel
3. C) Mapping geological structures in the seabed
4. D) Subsea construction
5. Answer: C) Mapping geological structures in the seabed

21.

Which of the following is NOT a type of oil exploration and drilling vessel?

22.

1. A) Drillship
2. B) Semi-submersible vessel
3. C) Shuttle tanker
4. D) Jack-up vessel
5. Answer: C) Shuttle tanker

23.

How many classes of DP systems are there?

24.

1. A) 4
 2. B) 5
3. C) 3
4. D) 2
5. Answer: C) 3

CONTAINERS

1.

What is the main purpose of a corner casting in a shipping container?

2.

1. A) To provide ventilation
2. B) For stacking and lifting purposes
3. C) To secure the container doors
4. D) To regulate temperature inside the container
5. Answer: B) For stacking and lifting purposes

3.

Which type of container is specifically designed with collapsible sides for easy
transportation of wide goods?

4.

1. A) Open top container

2. B) Flat rack container
3. C) Tunnel container
4. D) Open side storage container
5. Answer: B) Flat rack container

5.

What is the primary function of a refrigerated ISO container?

6.

1. A) To provide additional security for valuable goods

2. B) To maintain a controlled low temperature for perishable goods
3. C) To allow for quick loading and unloading
4. D) To carry heavy and oversized items
5. Answer: B) To maintain a controlled low temperature for perishable goods

7.

What does the "tare weight" of a container refer to?

 8.

1. A) The maximum weight the container can carry

2. B) The weight of the cargo inside the container
3. C) The weight of the empty container
4. D) The maximum gross weight of the container
5. Answer: C) The weight of the empty container

9.

The term "Out of Gauge" (OOG) cargo refers to:

10.

1. A) Cargo that exceeds the standard dimensions of a container

2. B) Cargo that requires refrigeration during transport
3. C) Cargo that is hazardous and requires special handling
4. D) Cargo that can only be transported by air
5. Answer: A) Cargo that exceeds the standard dimensions of a container

11.

What does a CSC certification plate indicate?

12.

1. A) The ownership of the container

2. B) Compliance with international safety standards
3. C) The container's capacity
4. D) The type of cargo the container is designed to carry
5. Answer: B) Compliance with international safety standards

13.

Which of the following is NOT a marking found on a standard shipping

container?

14.

1. A) ISO code
2. B) Maximum gross weight
3. C) Stacking load value
4. D) Container material composition
5. Answer: D) Container material composition

15.

What is the primary function of the "lockbox" on a container?

 16.

1. A) To balance air pressure inside the container

2. B) To secure the container with a padlock
3. C) To provide a place for lashing rings
4. D) To connect containers together
5. Answer: B) To secure the container with a padlock

17.

What is the purpose of lashing rings in a shipping container?

18.

1. A) To secure the container doors

2. B) To attach the container to the vessel
3. C) To secure cargo during transportation
4. D) To provide ventilation
5. Answer: C) To secure cargo during transportation

19.

Which of the following containers is specially designed to carry goods like

coal and stones?

20.

1. A) Dry storage container

2. B) Half height container
3. C) Insulated container
4. D) Tunnel container
5. Answer: B) Half height container

21.

The height of a standard ISO high-cube container is:

22.

1. A) 8.5 feet
2. B) 9.5 feet
3. C) 10.5 feet
4. D) 12.5 feet
5. Answer: B) 9.5 feet

23.

What is a "Loadicator" used for on a container ship?

 24.

1. A) To measure the weight of cargo

2. B) To calculate stowage conditions and stability
3. C) To secure containers during transport
4. D) To monitor temperature inside containers
5. Answer: B) To calculate stowage conditions and stability

25.

Which of the following is a feature of anti-heeling tanks on a ship?

26.

1. A) They regulate temperature inside containers

2. B) They compensate for the heeling angle of the ship
3. C) They secure containers in place
4. D) They monitor the weight of containers
5. Answer: B) They compensate for the heeling angle of the ship

27.

What is the purpose of the torsion box in ships, especially in large container
ships?

28.

1. A) To reduce water ingress

2. B) To prevent torsional bending
3. C) To provide additional cargo space
4. D) To enhance ventilation
5. Answer: B) To prevent torsional bending

29.

Which marking on a container indicates its compliance with international

safety standards?

30.

1. A) Owner prefix code

2. B) CSC certification plate
3. C) ISO code
4. D) Serial number
5. Answer: B) CSC certification plate

31.
Which of the following is NOT a type of securing device used on
containerships?

32.

1. A) Stacking cone
2. B) Twist lock
3. C) Loadicator
4. D) Turnbuckle
5. Answer: C) Loadicator

33.

What does the first two digits in a bay plan number indicate?

34.

1. A) The row number

2. B) The tier number
3. C) The bay number
4. D) The container type
5. Answer: C) The bay number

35.

In a bay plan, which side of the ship are even-numbered rows located?

36.

1. A) Starboard side
2. B) Port side
3. C) Midship
4. D) Stern side
5. Answer: B) Port side

37.

What does the term "stack weight" refer to in container stowage?

38.

1. A) The weight of the empty container

2. B) The maximum weight of cargo inside a container
3. C) The maximum amount of weight that can be loaded on top of containers
4. D) The total weight of the containers in a bay
5. Answer: C) The maximum amount of weight that can be loaded on top of
containers
 39.

Which of the following is the primary identifier of a shipping container?

40.

1. A) ISO code
2. B) CSC certification plate
3. C) Container number
4. D) Owner prefix code
5. Answer: C) Container number

41.

What does the "check digit" in a container number help verify?

42.

1. A) The maximum payload

2. B) The accuracy of the container number
3. C) The owner of the container
4. D) The tare weight of the container
5. Answer: B) The accuracy of the container number

43.

In a container’s ISO code, the first character represents:

44.

1. A) The container's length

2. B) The container's height
3. C) The type of cargo
4. D) The year of manufacture
5. Answer: A) The container's length

45.

What information is provided by the CSC certification plate on a container?

46.

1. A) Container owner
2. B) Stacking load value
3. C) Container number
4. D) Tare weight
5. Answer: B) Stacking load value
 47.

In a bay plan, what do the last two digits represent?

48.

1. A) The tier number

2. B) The row number
3. C) The bay number
4. D) The cargo weight
5. Answer: A) The tier number

49.

Which marking on a container indicates the weight of the container without

any cargo?

50.

1. A) Maximum payload
2. B) Maximum gross weight
3. C) Tare weight
4. D) Stacking load value
5. Answer: C) Tare weight

51.

What does the "Owner Prefix Code" in a container number indicate?

52.

1. A) The size of the container

2. B) The container's ISO code
3. C) The owner of the container
4. D) The type of cargo
5. Answer: C) The owner of the container

53.

Which type of container is typically used for the transport of bulk liquids such
as chemicals or food-grade liquids?

54.

1. A) Dry bulk container

2. B) Flexitank container
3. C) ISO tank container
4. D) High cube container
 5. Answer: C) ISO tank container

55.

What does the term “TEU” stand for in container shipping?

56.

1. A) Twenty Equivalent Units

2. B) Transport Equipment Unit
3. C) Twenty-Foot Equivalent Unit
4. D) Total Exportable Units
5. Answer: C) Twenty-Foot Equivalent Unit (TEU)

57.

Which organization is responsible for setting international container standards

and regulations?

58.

1. A) International Maritime Organization (IMO)

2. B) World Trade Organization (WTO)
3. C) International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
4. D) United Nations (UN)
5. Answer: C) International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

59.

A container is stowed in Bay 21, Row 02, Tier 86. Where is this container
located relative to the centerline of the ship?

60.

1. A) Port side
2. B) Starboard side
3. C) Midship
4. D) Aft
5. Answer: A) Port side

61.

A container is stowed in Bay 16, Row 05, Tier 88. What is the location of this
container?

62.

1. A) Port side, below deck

 2. B) Starboard side, on deck
3. C) Starboard side, below deck
4. D) Port side, on deck
5. Answer: B) Starboard side, on deck

63.

You need to locate a container in Bay 14, Row 00, Tier 06. What does Row 00
indicate?

64.

1. A) The container is stowed on the starboard side

2. B) The container is stowed on the port side
3. C) The container is stowed on the centerline of the ship
4. D) The container is stowed below deck
5. Answer: C) The container is stowed on the centerline of the ship

65.

A container is stowed in Bay 27, Row 07, Tier 82. What does the Tier number
indicate?

66.

1. A) The container is stowed below deck

2. B) The container is stowed on deck
3. C) The container is stowed midship
4. D) The container is stowed in the hold
5. Answer: B) The container is stowed on deck

67.

If a container is stowed in Bay 05, Row 03, Tier 02, how far above the bottom
of the hold (in terms of tiers) is this container placed?

68.

1. A) 1 tier
2. B) 2 tiers
3. C) 4 tiers
4. D) It is at the bottom
5. Answer: D) It is at the bottom

69.

You need to place a 20-foot container in Bay 23. What should be the row and
tier numbers if you want to place it on the starboard side and on deck?
 70.

1. A) Row 02, Tier 04

2. B) Row 03, Tier 82
3. C) Row 00, Tier 02
4. D) Row 04, Tier 86
5. Answer: B) Row 03, Tier 82

71.

A container is stowed in Bay 06, Row 01, Tier 08. What type of container is
likely stowed here, and where is it located?

72.

1. A) 20-foot container, starboard side, below deck

2. B) 40-foot container, starboard side, below deck
3. C) 20-foot container, port side, on deck
4. D) 40-foot container, port side, on deck
5. Answer: A) 20-foot container, starboard side, below deck

REEFER SHIPS

1.

What is the primary function of a reefer ship?

2.

1. A) Transporting heavy machinery

2. B) Carrying perishable goods at controlled temperatures
3. C) Transporting bulk liquid cargo
4. D) Carrying non-perishable dry goods
5. Answer: B) Carrying perishable goods at controlled temperatures

3.

Which of the following is classified as frozen cargo?

4.

1. A) Fruits and fresh vegetables

2. B) Meat and fish
3. C) Eggs and cheese
4. D) Butter and dairy products
5. Answer: B) Meat and fish

5.
What temperature range is typically maintained for chilled cargoes?

6.

1. A) -18°C to -8°C
2. B) 6°C to -2°C
3. C) 2°C to 13°C
4. D) -30°C to -20°C
5. Answer: B) 6°C to -2°C

7.

Which of the following cargoes is most affected by the presence of CO2

during transport?

8.

1. A) Frozen cargoes
2. B) Cooled cargoes
3. C) Refrigerated cargoes
4. D) Chilled cargoes
5. Answer: D) Chilled cargoes

9.

What is the purpose of pre-cooling cargo spaces on a reefer ship?

10.

1. A) To prevent moisture buildup

2. B) To achieve carriage temperature as quickly as possible
3. C) To increase the storage capacity
4. D) To maintain humidity levels
5. Answer: B) To achieve carriage temperature as quickly as possible

11.

Which of the following substances can be used to deodorize cargo holds after
cleaning?

12.

1. A) Strong disinfectants
2. B) Sodium bicarbonate
3. C) Chlorine bleach
4. D) Sulfuric acid
5. Answer: B) Sodium bicarbonate
 13.

What is the recommended practice for loading refrigerated cargo in tropical

climates?

14.

1. A) Load cargo in the early morning or late evening

2. B) Load cargo at noon
3. C) Load cargo during meal breaks
4. D) Load cargo at midnight
5. Answer: A) Load cargo in the early morning or late evening

15.

Why is it important to maintain dunnage between refrigerated cargoes and the

deck?

16.

1. A) To increase the weight capacity of the cargo hold

2. B) To ensure proper air circulation and prevent condensation
3. C) To reduce loading time
4. D) To separate different types of cargo
5. Answer: B) To ensure proper air circulation and prevent condensation

17.

Which type of refrigeration system uses brine as the primary refrigerant?

18.

1. A) Direct refrigeration system

2. B) Air-cooled refrigeration system
3. C) Indirect refrigeration system
4. D) Absorption refrigeration system
5. Answer: C) Indirect refrigeration system

19.

What is the primary reason for recording temperature during the passage of
reefer cargo?

20.

1. A) To monitor fuel consumption

2. B) To ensure compliance with temperature-sensitive cargo requirements
3. C) To calculate the weight of the cargo
 4. D) To determine the ship's speed
5. Answer: B) To ensure compliance with temperature-sensitive cargo requirements

21.

Which of the following is NOT a precaution to take during the loading of

refrigerated cargo?

22.

1. A) Pre-cooling the cargo hold below carriage temperature

2. B) Loading damp or wet packages
3. C) Covering the cargo with tarpaulin once loaded
4. D) Avoiding loading during the hottest part of the day in tropical climates
5. Answer: B) Loading damp or wet packages

23.

What is the recommended action if frost forms on top of brine pipes during
cargo operations?

24.

1. A) Increase the temperature of the cargo hold

2. B) Brush the frost carefully to prevent it from falling on the cargo
3. C) Shut down the refrigeration system
4. D) Cover the pipes with insulating material
5. Answer: B) Brush the frost carefully to prevent it from falling on the cargo

25.

During the passage, how often should reefer containers be physically checked
under normal weather conditions?

26.

1. A) Once a day
2. B) Twice a day
3. C) Every four hours
4. D) Once every three days
5. Answer: B) Twice a day

27.

What type of refrigerated cargo would most likely be stored at a temperature

of -18°C?

28.
 1. A) Fresh vegetables
2. B) Frozen fish
3. C) Cheese
4. D) Eggs
5. Answer: B) Frozen fish

29.

Which of the following systems is essential for maintaining proper airflow in a

reefer ship’s cargo hold?

30.

1. A) Humidity control system

2. B) Ventilation system
3. C) Brine circulation system
4. D) Air cooling system
5. Answer: B) Ventilation system

31.

What is the main risk of not maintaining the proper temperature for
refrigerated cargo during a voyage?

32.

1. A) Loss of cargo weight

2. B) Cargo becoming too dry
3. C) Rapid deterioration of the cargo
4. D) Overloading the refrigeration system
5. Answer: C) Rapid deterioration of the cargo

33.

What should be done if damaged or thawed items are discovered during

random inspections of refrigerated cargo?

34.

1. A) Continue loading the cargo without any changes

2. B) Mix the damaged items with the rest of the cargo
3. C) Reject or isolate the damaged items to prevent contamination
4. D) Increase the refrigeration temperature to compensate
5. Answer: C) Reject or isolate the damaged items to prevent contamination

35.
 Why is it important to keep records of temperature and other conditions during
the passage of reefer cargo?

36.

1. A) To ensure the crew is following orders

2. B) To verify compliance with safety regulations and ensure cargo quality
3. C) To calculate the ship's overall fuel efficiency
4. D) To document the ship's speed and route
5. Answer: B) To verify compliance with safety regulations and ensure cargo quality

HEAVY LIFT SHIPS

1.

What is the primary function of a heavy lift ship?

2.

1. A) To carry bulk cargo like coal and grain

2. B) To transport oversized or heavy cargo
3. C) To serve as a passenger ferry
4. D) To explore the deep sea
5. Answer: B) To transport oversized or heavy cargo

3.

Which type of heavy lift ship is designed to partially submerge itself to load
cargo?

4.

1. A) Container ship
2. B) Semi-submersible ship
3. C) Ro-Ro ship
4. D) Bulk carrier
5. Answer: B) Semi-submersible ship

5.

Heavy lift ships often transport which of the following types of cargo?

6.

1. A) Crude oil
2. B) Wind turbine components
3. C) Liquid natural gas (LNG)
4. D) Containers
 5. Answer: B) Wind turbine components

7.

Which of the following is NOT a typical feature of a heavy lift ship?

8.

1. A) Reinforced deck
2. B) Large cranes
3. C) Submersible hull
4. D) High-speed propulsion
5. Answer: D) High-speed propulsion

9.

What is the main purpose of the ballast system in a semi-submersible heavy

lift ship?

10.

1. A) To provide stability during transit

2. B) To assist in submerging the ship
3. C) To increase cargo capacity
4. D) To control the ship's speed
5. Answer: B) To assist in submerging the ship

11.

Heavy lift ships can transport other vessels by:

12.

1. A) Towing them across the ocean

2. B) Carrying them on the deck
3. C) Submerging and floating them onto the deck
4. D) Both B and C
5. Answer: D) Both B and C

13.

Which of the following best describes the term "float-on/float-off" (FLO/FLO)

used in heavy lift shipping?

14.

1. A) A method where cargo is lifted by cranes onto the deck

2. B) A method where cargo floats onto and off the deck of a submerged ship
 3. C) A term used for unloading cargo using helicopters
4. D) A technique for fast cargo loading and unloading
5. Answer: B) A method where cargo floats onto and off the deck of a submerged
ship

15.

Which region is most likely to have heavy lift ships operating due to the
presence of offshore oil and gas platforms?

16.

1. A) Mediterranean Sea
2. B) North Sea
3. C) Caribbean Sea
4. D) Baltic Sea
5. Answer: B) North Sea

17.

Project cargo refers to the transportation of:

18.

1. A) Standardized containers
2. B) Bulk commodities like coal or grain
3. C) Over-dimensional, heavy, and complex pieces of equipment
4. D) Perishable goods like fruits and vegetables
5. Answer: C) Over-dimensional, heavy, and complex pieces of equipment

19.

Which of the following is a key consideration when planning a heavy lift

operation?

20.

1. A) Weather conditions
2. B) Availability of cranes
3. C) Stability of the ship
4. D) All of the above
5. Answer: D) All of the above

21.

When securing project cargo on a heavy lift ship, which method is commonly
used?
 22.

1. A) Lashing with ropes

2. B) Welding the cargo to the deck
3. C) Using steel wires, chains, and tensioners
4. D) Simply placing the cargo on the deck
5. Answer: C) Using steel wires, chains, and tensioners

23.

Before executing a heavy lift, what document is typically prepared to outline

the lifting procedure and safety precautions?

24.

1. A) Cargo Manifest
2. B) Lift Plan
3. C) Bill of Lading
4. D) Stability Report
5. Answer: B) Lift Plan

25.

What is the primary concern when transporting project cargo by sea?

26.

1. A) Speed of delivery
2. B) Minimizing fuel consumption
3. C) Ensuring the cargo is securely fastened and does not shift
4. D) Maximizing the number of trips
5. Answer: C) Ensuring the cargo is securely fastened and does not shift

27.

Which factor is most likely to affect the route selection for a heavy lift ship
carrying project cargo?

28.

1. A) Availability of ports with specialized equipment

2. B) Proximity to tourist destinations
3. C) The shortest distance between ports
4. D) Availability of refueling stations
5. Answer: A) Availability of ports with specialized equipment

29.
 Heavy lift procedures often require coordination between:

30.

1. A) The ship's crew and port authorities

2. B) The ship's crew and cargo owners
3. C) The ship's crew, crane operators, and engineers
4. D) The ship's crew and customs officials
5. Answer: C) The ship's crew, crane operators, and engineers

RORO SHIPS

1.

What is the primary advantage of RO-RO ships for shippers?

2.

1. A) Low cost of operation

2. B) Speed of loading and unloading
3. C) High fuel efficiency
4. D) Ability to transport hazardous materials
5. Answer: B) Speed of loading and unloading

3.

Which of the following is a concern specific to RO-RO ships?

4.

1. A) Lack of internal bulkheads

2. B) Excessive fuel consumption
3. C) Difficulty in navigation
4. D) Limited cargo capacity
5. Answer: A) Lack of internal bulkheads

5.

Which of the following describes the function of a "roll-trailer" on a RO-RO

ship?

6.

1. A) A vehicle used to carry cargo on its own power

2. B) A low vehicle for carrying cargo, towed or pushed in the port
3. C) A container used for bulk liquid transport
4. D) A type of lifeboat used on RO-RO ships
5. Answer: B) A low vehicle for carrying cargo, towed or pushed in the port
 7.

Why are life-saving appliances on RO-RO ships often difficult to launch?

8.

1. A) They are located too close to the waterline

2. B) They require manual operation
3. C) They are often stored high up on the ship, making them difficult to access if the
ship is listing
4. D) They are not well-maintained
5. Answer: C) They are often stored high up on the ship, making them difficult to
access if the ship is listing

9.

Which of the following is an important safety consideration when securing

vehicles on a RO-RO ship?

10.

1. A) Vehicles should always be stowed athwart ships

2. B) Lashings should be attached to any part of the vehicle, including bumpers
3. C) Wheels of vehicles should be blocked to prevent shifting
4. D) Vehicles with rubber wheels should not be stowed on wooden dunnage
5. Answer: C) Wheels of vehicles should be blocked to prevent shifting

11.

What is the purpose of the external access ramp on a RO-RO ship?

12.

1. A) To allow for faster water drainage

2. B) To facilitate loading and unloading of vehicles and trailers
3. C) To provide access to the engine room
4. D) To secure lifeboats in case of an emergency
5. Answer: B) To facilitate loading and unloading of vehicles and trailers

13.

What does the term "PCTC" stand for in the context of RO-RO ships?

14.

1. A) Pure Cargo and Truck Carrier

2. B) Pure Car and Truck Carrier
3. C) Passenger Cargo Transport Carrier
 4. D) Pure Container Transport Carrier
5. Answer: B) Pure Car and Truck Carrier

15.

What is a significant advantage of RO-RO ships for tourism?

16.

1. A) They are cheaper to operate than other ships

2. B) They allow private car owners to take their vehicles from one country to another
3. C) They have the largest passenger capacity
4. D) They can navigate in shallow waters
5. Answer: B) They allow private car owners to take their vehicles from one country
to another

17.

What is a key challenge in maintaining the stability of a RO-RO ship?

18.

1. A) The movement of cargo on the vehicle deck can cause listing

2. B) The ship's structure is weaker than other types of ships
3. C) The high superstructure increases fuel consumption
4. D) The hull design is more prone to damage from collisions
5. Answer: A) The movement of cargo on the vehicle deck can cause listing

19.

Which of the following is NOT an area of concern for RO-RO ships?

20.

1. A) Lack of internal bulkheads

2. B) Cargo access doors becoming damaged
3. C) Excessive fuel consumption
4. D) The high sides causing issues with life-saving appliances
5. Answer: C) Excessive fuel consumption

21.

Which device is used on RO-RO ships to prevent lateral or vertical movement

of cargo access doors when closed?

22.

1. A) Securing device
 2. B) Locking device
3. C) Supporting device
4. D) Hydraulic device
5. Answer: C) Supporting device

23.

How should vehicles without securing points be stowed on RO-RO ships?

24.

1. A) On the top deck only

2. B) In areas with soft boards or rubber mats
3. C) In the engine room
4. D) At the bow or stern only
5. Answer: B) In areas with soft boards or rubber mats

25.

What is the primary purpose of the indicator system on the navigating bridge
of a RO-RO ship?

26.

1. A) To monitor fuel levels

2. B) To detect water leaks and ensure doors are properly secured
3. C) To track the location of passengers
4. D) To control the speed of the ship
5. Answer: B) To detect water leaks and ensure doors are properly secured

27.

Which type of ramp is described as having a "Folding Frame Type" on RO-

RO ships?

28.

1. A) Bow ramp
2. B) Side ramp
3. C) Stern ramp
4. D) Internal ramp
5. Answer: A) Bow ramp