CFRS Regulations Quiz

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What is the purpose of the deck seal in an inert gas system?

To allow flammable vapors to enter the machinery space

To monitor the levels of oxygen in the tank

To prevent flammable vapors from entering a machinery space (correct)

To increase the pressure in the gas system

Which of the following is true regarding the Oil Pollution Emergency Plan required by the Coast Guard Regulations?

It does not require any training for the crew

It must include the vessel's cargo manifest

It must be submitted to the local authorities annually

It must explain the purpose of the plan (correct)

What action must be taken regarding the PV breaker after it has relieved a vacuum in a tank?

Replace the breaker with a new one

Leave it empty for safety

Remove the breaker from the tank

Refill the breaker with liquid (correct)

How long must a declaration of inspection be kept aboard between two vessels transferring oil?

One month Signup and view all the answers

Which type of vessel is NOT required to carry a rocket-type line throwing appliance?

An oceangoing vessel of 140GT Signup and view all the answers

What is hydroscopic cargo?

Cargo that can absorb moisture from the air Signup and view all the answers

What type of rope must a firefighter's lifeline be made of?

Steel or bronze, corrosion resistant Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of a heated bulkhead on hygroscopic commodities?

It raises the vapor pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of bow and stern lines on a docked vessel?

To reduce the fore and aft motion of the vessel Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensure proper seating when closing a tank valve?

Close the valve, then open a half turn before a final close Signup and view all the answers

How is ice concentration measured?

In tenths Signup and view all the answers

What indicates that a vessel is at risk of a total loss while in dry dock?

The vessel is ballasted while in transit Signup and view all the answers

Which phenomenon is described as the yellowish-white glare on the underside of the cloud from an ice pack?

Ice Blink Signup and view all the answers

What color indicates an entire shot of anchor chain that is next to the last shot of chain?

Red Signup and view all the answers

What type of vessel can safely navigate in ice considered 'very open' at 1-3 tenths?

Un-reinforced vessel Signup and view all the answers

What is a salvage lien known for in relation to a vessel?

It is the first lien settled against a vessel Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the distance gained at right angles to the original course of a vessel?

Transfer Signup and view all the answers

What does the tactical diameter measure?

Distance moved at right angles when completing a 180-degree turn Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the 'kick' of a vessel?

The shifting of a vessel's stern from its line of advance Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the National Cargo Bureau?

To certify grain vessel preparations before sailing Signup and view all the answers

How does the 'wake fraction' relate to a moving vessel?

It measures the ratio of wake speed to the ship's speed Signup and view all the answers

What factor causes the sidewise force exerted by a propeller?

The torque from the propeller's velocity and surrounding water angle Signup and view all the answers

Which organization conducts surveys on the insulation of reefer compartments?

American Bureau of Shipping Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of the turning circle of a vessel?

The path followed by the center of gravity of the vessel Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the instructions for the operation of cross flooding arrangements according to SOLAS?

To ensure stability information is available to the master Signup and view all the answers

What condition should prompt ventilation of the cargo hold?

When the dew point outside is higher than the air inside Signup and view all the answers

How is the tare weight defined?

Weight of an empty container Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended anchoring distance for using an offshore anchor relative to the water depth?

1.5 times the depth Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of squat on a vessel moving into shallow water at high speeds?

The bow squats farther than the stern Signup and view all the answers

What is the deadweight cargo stowage factor classification based on?

Stowage factor below 40 Signup and view all the answers

What is tainting related to in shipping?

Damage from fumes or vapors Signup and view all the answers

When turning using a fixed object, what should a ship do if the buoy’s bearing drifts forward?

Increase the turn rate Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the load line on a vessel?

To establish required freeboard. Signup and view all the answers

Which organization issues the Load Line Certificate?

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Signup and view all the answers

What does FWA stand for in maritime terms?

Fresh Water Allowance Signup and view all the answers

Which vessel type is subjected to the strictest load line regulations?

Passenger vessels Signup and view all the answers

What is required for each US oil tanker that is 150 gross register tons or above?

Oil Record Book Signup and view all the answers

What information does the muster list for SOLAS vessels include?

Duties assigned to crew members Signup and view all the answers

How often must periodic surveys for load line assignments occur?

Every 5 years Signup and view all the answers

Which certificate indicates that a vessel conforms to SOLAS standards?

Safety Equipment Certificate Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

DG Study - CFRS Regulations

Tanker/Tankship Regulations: No oil transfer is permitted unless all transfer system parts are properly aligned. Flammable vapor prevention is crucial.
Deck Seal Purpose: Prevents flammable vapors from entering machinery spaces.
Oil Pollution Emergency Plan: Must include plan explanation and purpose, along with a diagram of ship transfer piping. The master is responsible for the Oil Record Book.
Transfer Operations: Operations guidelines should detail how long oil transfer inspection records must be kept.
Liquid PV Breaker: Used to relieve any vacuum in tanks; refill the breaker before proceeding with other tasks.
Crew Training (Lifesaving): New crew must be trained on life-saving equipment within two weeks.
Rocket-Type Line Throwing Appliances: Oceangoing vessels with less than 140GT are not required to carry these.
Sanitary Inspections: The Master and Chief Engineer are responsible for conducting sanitary inspections.
Firefighters Lifeline Requirements: Must be made of corrosion-resistant steel or bronze, at least 50 feet long.

Additional Cargo Regulations

Hydroscopic Cargo: Require constant ventilation, especially when moving between warm and cold climates. Non-hydroscopic cargo requires less ventilation.
Flame Screens: Installed on tank vents to prevent explosions, allowing vapors but not flames to pass.
Tank Valve Procedure: Securely close tank valves by opening and closing them a halfway before finally fully closing.
Crude Oil Classification: Most crude oils are classified as either C or D.
Casualty: A vessel in danger of sinking while en route to drydock due to a ballast problem may be claimed for total loss.
Salvage Lien: The first settlement claim against a vessel in a marine accident due to salvage of the vessel.
Bill of Lading: A document signed by the Master detailing good delivery to a ship.
Bow and Stern Lines Function: Reduce vessel movement during docking.
Anchor and Mooring: Using anchors for vessel movement in restricted waters; chain must be marked with red paint.
Rivers & Ice Concentration: Deepest water is found on the outside of a river bend. Ice concentration is measured in tenths.
Ice Pack Navigation: "Close Pack" is considered 7-8 tenths, "Open Pack" 4-6 tenths, "Very Open" is 1-3 tenths; the vessel should enter the pack ice at an angle perpendicular to the ice, and a vessel's draft should be no more than 2-3 feet.
Whiteout Conditions: Snow obliterates visibility, and polar regions need precautions. White glare in the sky may indicate nearby ice.
Flow State: The saturation of a dry bulk product with liquid to the point when it acts like a liquid.
Tare Weight of Container: Weight of an empty container.
Dew Point: Air inside the cargo hold is higher than outside, ventilation is not necessary.
Moisture Equilibrium Chart: Used for determining the dew point temperature of air around a hygroscopic commodity.
High-Value or easily Pilferable Cargo: "Special Cargo"

Vessel Requirements and Safety Regulations

Overcarriage: Best prevented by inspection of the hold after cargo discharge.
Deadweight Cargo: Stowage factor below 40.
Cargo Measurement (Stowage Factor Above 40):
Tank Inspection: Important for loading and unloading liquid cargo.
Tainting: Damage caused by fumes and vapors from liquids, solids, or gases.
Cavitation: Voids on propeller blades affecting efficiency.
Gross Tonnage: Derived from the ship's volume in cubic feet, divided by 100, excluding exempted spaces.
Net Tonnage: Spaces are not generally used for cargo storage (crew, etc.).

Anchoring, Speed, and Vessel Movement

Maximum Safe Docking Speed: .2 feet per second.
Anchoring Depth: 1.5 times the depth using offshore anchors..
Squat: Decrease in pressure on the hull due to vessel speed in shallow water. The larger the vessel the greater the effect.
Turning with Fixed Objects: The ship's turn rate can increase or decrease based on the drift of a fixed object during turns.
Shallow Water Effects: Turn rates change based on water depth (less than 1.5 x vessel's draft).
Pitching: Measurement of the time required for a vessel to transition to bow/stern up and then down.
Advance: The gain in distance parallel to the original course.
Transfer: Distance gained at right angles to the original course.
Kick: Vessel's stern movement upon hard-over helm.
Head Reach: The distance needed from the vessel taking action to stop until remaining stationary in the water

Other Ship Operations and Regulations

Tactical Diameter: Vessel movement at right angles to the original course (180 degrees movement).
Turning Circle: Path created by the ship's center of gravity during a 180-degree turn.
Pivot Points: Pivot points are located 1/4 and 1/2 away from the stern and bow, respectively, when backing and coming ahead.
Sidewise Force: Propeller's effect on the ship's sideways movement.
Balanced Spade Rudder: Loss of effectiveness beyond 10 degrees.
Wake Fraction: The ratio of the wake speed to the ship's speed.
Wake Effects: The water flow pattern around the hull.
Slipstream: Propeller's effect on the shape of the water flow.
National Cargo Bureau (NCB): They verify cargo suitability (grain) before loading.
Maneuvering Characteristics: Data is placed in the ship's pilothouse.
ABS Inspections (Load Line, Cargo): Load line certificates can be extended, annual surveys within 3 months.
Safety Construction, Equipment, and Materials: Minimum standards in building and operating cargo ships, set by IMO.
USCG (United States Coast Guard): Approves stability and trim booklets.

Voyage Charters and Notices

Voyage Charter Party: Contract determining cargo movement rates.
Notice of Readiness: When the vessel is ready to be loaded.

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Test your knowledge on CFRS regulations pertaining to tanker and tankship operations. This quiz covers essential topics such as oil transfer protocols, crew training requirements, and emergency plans. Make sure you're familiar with the regulations to ensure safety and compliance.