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Small Vessel Second Engineer Exam - Operational Procedures, Basic Hotel Services and Ship Construction

Prepare for the Small Vessel Second Engineer examination administered by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency with a focus on operational procedures, basic hotel services, and ship construction. Get ready for the 060-02 paper with guidance notes for candidates.

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State the objectives of the International Safety Management code.

The objectives are to ensure safety at sea, prevent pollution, and continuously improve safety management skills of personnel.

State how the objectives of the International Safety Management code are achieved.

The objectives are achieved through implementing a Safety Management System (SMS), conducting regular audits, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

State the minimum size of vessel required to comply with the International Safety Management code.

Vessels of 500 gross tonnage and above are required to comply with the code.

With reference to planning a voyage, state the factors to be considered regarding fuel.

<p>Factors to consider include fuel quantity, quality, consumption rate, availability of bunkering facilities, and legal requirements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

With reference to planning a voyage, state the factors to be considered regarding lubricating oil.

<p>Considerations include type of oil required, consumption rate, availability, storage, and emergency procedures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

With reference to planning a voyage, state the factors to be considered regarding fresh water.

<p>Factors to consider include quantity needed, availability of potable water, onboard storage capacity, and emergency backup plans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

List THREE complementary techniques used to manage garbage according to Annex V of the MARPOL convention.

<ol> <li>Recycling</li> <li>Incineration</li> <li>Shredding</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What information should be entered in the Garbage Record Book when garbage is discharged into the sea?

<ol> <li>Date and time of discharge</li> <li>Position of the ship</li> <li>Description of the garbage</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

In which area must no garbage whatsoever be disposed of overboard?

<p>Special Areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

State a form of garbage that is prohibited from disposal into the sea.

<p>Plastic</p> Signup and view all the answers

State THREE possible consequences of water contamination of marine diesel oil during bunkering.

<ol> <li>Engine damage</li> <li>Reduced efficiency</li> <li>Corrosion</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

List THREE sources of contamination of fuel by water on board a vessel.

<ol> <li>Leaky fuel tanks</li> <li>Condensation</li> <li>Improper handling</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Describe TWO separate tests that would indicate the presence of water in marine diesel oil.

<ol> <li>Water detection paste test</li> <li>Centrifuge test</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

How is humidity controlled if the air in an air conditioning system is too dry?

<p>By adding moisture through humidifiers</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is humidity controlled if the air in an air conditioning system is too wet?

<p>By cooling the air to remove excess moisture through condensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is fire protection between compartments in air trunking achieved in air conditioning systems?

<p>By installing fire dampers and fire-resistant materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the supply of air into a compartment controlled in air conditioning systems?

<p>By adjusting dampers and fans</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is overpressure of the air circuit prevented in air conditioning systems?

<p>By installing pressure relief valves</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the principles of reverse osmosis as a method of producing fresh water.

<p>Reverse osmosis uses semi-permeable membranes to remove impurities and produce clean water through pressure-driven filtration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the types of motion in maritime context: roll, pitch, yaw, surge, and heave.

<ol> <li>Roll: Side-to-side motion</li> <li>Pitch: Up and down motion</li> <li>Yaw: Rotational motion</li> <li>Surge: Forward and backward motion</li> <li>Heave: Vertical motion</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

State the objectives of the International Safety Management code.

<p>To ensure safety at sea, prevent human injury or loss of life, and avoid damage to the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the objectives of the International Safety Management code achieved?

<p>By implementing a safety management system, providing proper training to personnel, and conducting regular audits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

State the minimum size of vessel required to comply with the International Safety Management code.

<p>500 gross tonnage or more.</p> Signup and view all the answers

With reference to planning a voyage, state the factors to be considered regarding fuel.

<p>Availability of fuel, fuel consumption rate, and potential ports for refueling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

With reference to planning a voyage, state the factors to be considered regarding lubricating oil.

<p>Type and quantity of lubricating oil required, storage onboard, and oil change intervals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

With reference to planning a voyage, state the factors to be considered regarding fresh water.

<p>Daily consumption, storage capacity, and availability of fresh water sources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

State THREE possible consequences of water contamination of marine diesel oil during bunkering.

<p>Engine damage, loss of power, and environmental pollution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the types of motion in maritime context: roll, pitch, yaw, surge, and heave.

<p>Roll is side-to-side movement, pitch is up-and-down movement, yaw is rotational movement, surge is forward-backward movement, and heave is vertical movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

List the THREE complementary techniques used to manage garbage according to Annex V of the MARPOL convention.

<p>Reduce, Reuse, Recycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain TWO separate tests that would indicate the presence of water in marine diesel oil during bunkering.

<p>Crackle test and Water Separation Test</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe how fire protection between compartments in air trunking is achieved in air conditioning systems.

<p>By using fire dampers or fire doors to prevent the spread of fire through the ductwork.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how the supply of air into a compartment is controlled in air conditioning systems.

<p>By adjusting the dampers or valves to regulate the airflow into the compartment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how overpressure of the air circuit is prevented in air conditioning systems.

<p>By using relief valves or pressure regulators to maintain the optimal pressure levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain, with the aid of sketches, the principles of reverse osmosis as a method of producing fresh water.

<p>Reverse osmosis uses a semi-permeable membrane to remove impurities from water under pressure, producing clean water and leaving behind concentrated waste.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the types of motion in maritime context: roll, pitch, yaw, surge, and heave.

<p>Roll is side-to-side motion, pitch is up-and-down motion, yaw is twisting motion, surge is forward-backward motion, and heave is vertical motion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

State THREE possible consequences of water contamination of fuel by water on board a vessel.

<p>Engine damage, reduced fuel efficiency, and increased emissions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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