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Small Vessel EOOW 060-02 Examination - 27 October 2023

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What is the accepted emergency signal for calling crew and passengers to lifeboat muster stations?

The accepted emergency signal for calling crew and passengers to lifeboat muster stations is the general emergency alarm.

When must emergency drills be carried out on a ship?

Emergency drills must be carried out at least once a week.

List four types of emergency drills that must be conducted on a regular basis.

Four types of emergency drills that must be conducted on a regular basis are: lifeboat drills, fire drills, abandon ship drills, and man overboard drills.

What five statutory items must the relieving officer be informed of by the officer in charge of the engineering watch before taking over the engineering watch?

<p>The five statutory items the relieving officer must be informed of are: the state of the plant, any special instructions in force, any potential hazards, any ongoing work, and the general condition of the engineering equipment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum passing score on this Certificate of Competency Examination?

<p>The minimum passing score on this Certificate of Competency Examination is 50 marks out of 100.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of calculator may be used during this examination?

<p>Non-programmable calculators may be used during this examination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be stated for any formulae used in answering the examination questions?

<p>All formulae used must be stated, and the method of working and all intermediate steps must be made clear in the answer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

State the limit on oil discharge.

<p>15 parts per million</p> Signup and view all the answers

List FOUR items which must be recorded in the Oil Record Book when bilges are pumped overboard using a non-automatic system.

<p>Date, time, position of the ship, quantities discharged</p> Signup and view all the answers

State what should happen if the content of the oil in the discharge overboard is detected as exceeding the limit set using an automatic system.

<p>Automatic stopping of the discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

List THREE conditions/faults which interfere with oil water separation.

<p>High viscosity, emulsions, presence of detergents</p> Signup and view all the answers

State the meaning of the term closed flash point.

<p>The lowest temperature at which the vapors of a fuel will ignite in air</p> Signup and view all the answers

State the maximum temperature at which diesel fuel oil can be stored.

<p>60 degrees Celsius</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain why a representative sample of the fuel should be obtained.

<p>To ensure that the sample taken is a true reflection of the entire batch</p> Signup and view all the answers

State how long a fuel oil sample should be retained on board.

<p>12 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

State TWO tests which should be carried out on a sample of fuel before commencing bunkers.

<p>Density test, Compatibility test</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the term Reverse Osmosis.

<p>Reverse Osmosis is a water purification process that uses a partially permeable membrane to remove ions, molecules, and larger particles from drinking water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sketch a Reverse Osmosis system and label all components.

<p>Answer should include labeling the feed water inlet, pre-filter, high-pressure pump, membrane module, permeate stream, concentrate stream, and product water outlet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the construction and operation of an Active Controlled Tank roll damping system.

<p>An Active Controlled Tank roll damping system consists of tanks located on the sides of a ship, filled with liquid, which can be automatically controlled to reduce the rolling motion of the vessel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the examination and testing of portable fire extinguishers as specified in the UK and International legislation.

<p>Portable fire extinguishers must be visually inspected monthly, pressure tested annually, and undergo a complete internal examination every 5 or 6 years as per regulations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

State the classes of fire that Dry powder extinguishers may be safely used for.

<p>Dry powder extinguishers are suitable for Class A, B, and C fires involving ordinary combustibles, flammable liquids, and flammable gases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the operation of a portable CO2 fire extinguisher.

<p>A portable CO2 fire extinguisher operates by releasing carbon dioxide gas, which displaces oxygen and suffocates the fire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the meaning of the term 'beam' in a vessel's structure.

<p>A beam in a vessel's structure is a horizontal structural member that supports the deck and helps distribute the loads to the ship's hull.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define the term 'frame' in the context of a vessel's structure.

<p>In a vessel's structure, a frame is a vertical or inclined structural member that provides support and helps maintain the shape and strength of the ship's hull.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a 'girder' in a vessel's structure?

<p>A girder in a vessel's structure is a large horizontal beam that supports the deck and helps distribute loads, providing additional strength and rigidity to the ship's hull.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the term 'beam knee' in the context of a vessel's structure.

<p>A beam knee is a diagonal brace or connection piece that joins a beam to a vertical member (frame or post) in a vessel's structure, providing additional support and reinforcement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define the term 'stringer' in relation to a vessel's structure.

<p>A stringer in a vessel's structure is a longitudinal structural member that runs parallel to the keel, providing additional support and stiffness to the hull.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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