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Current test contains Seagull CES questions on the subject «Crane operations, Heavy Lift». Those questions can be used for competence verification specialist capable of preventing accidental situations related with transporting safety, or also for self-examination.
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On this site Crew Evaluation System Test on the subject «Crane operations, Heavy Lift» contains 50 questions you need to answer with no possibility to go back to previous question. Therefore, we recommend carefully reading each question and making decision with no hurry. In case you have some difficulty answering, you have also possibility to request a hint.
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How is the risk associated with adverse weather conditions controlled during a heavy lifting operation? Pick the one option you think is best.
Risk is controlled by obtaining forecasts and observing the weather.
Risk is controlled by completing an operation quickly.
Risk is controlled by only using the crane during the hours of daylight.
Risk is controlled by setting a 5 knot wind limit.
Select the one option which best completes the following statement. Briefing the team before a heavy lifting operation …
… makes for a cohesive team.
… is always undertaken by the vessels master.
… is often a waste of time, as they forget everything.
… takes too much time.
Select the one option which best completes the following statement. Cargo lashings are essential to …
… resist inertial and gravity loads on stowed cargo.
… assist with load stability when the heavy lift is airborne.
… keep various components of the cargo together whilst in transit.
… resist gravity loading only on a heavy lift cargo.
Select the one option which best completes the following statement. Risk assessment for a heavy lifting operation …
… covers the vessel, cargo and personnel involved.
… covers risks to the cargo only.
… covers risks to the personnel involved only.
… covers risks to the vessel only.
Select the one option which best completes the following statement. To prepare the crane for a heavy lifting operation first …
… ensure there is a permit to work.
… make sure there is power to the crane.
… remove all sea fastenings.
… test the slewing action.
Select the one option which best completes the following statement. When proposing to work a heavy lift on a vessel in extremely low air temperatures …
… consideration has to be given to the possibility of brittle fracture.
… consideration has to be given to slings reducing in length due to the cold.
… it is necessary to start up the crane much earlier.
… the operation should be stopped because of the dangers of slipping on ice.
Select the one option which best completes the following statement. When taking a heavy lift a vessel has to be securely moored …
… to stop the suspended load moving relative to the quay.
… to make it easier to take the lift.
… to reduce wear in the crane slewing bearing .
… to stop fender damage.
Select the one option which best completes the following statement. When taking a heavy lift on a vessel, company procedures …
… should be followed at all times.
… are a not always relevant as they cannot be referenced on the deck of a vessel.
… are unnecessary as personnel all know what to do.
… do not cover the lifting operation.
Select the one option which best describes how health and safety issues on a heavy lift vessel are addressed DURING a heavy lifting operation.
Keep non essential personnel clear of the lifting operation.
Complete a full and detailed risk assessment.
Inform all personnel that the lift is taking place.
Leave the operation to dock workers and cargo officers.
Select the one option which best describes how the risk of crane malfunction is controlled on a heavy lift vessel.
Risk is controlled by correctly maintaining the crane.
It is controlled by having the technical superintendent organise crane maintenance schedules.
It is controlled by using the crane well within its SWL rating.
Risk is controlled by only using the crane in daylight hours.
Select the one option which best describes the meaning of the management of change principle.
Changes to a plan are effectively managed on a ship.
As changes are made, shore managers will supervise them.
Peoples attitudes at sea to safety have to change.
Personnel at sea will be changed by management.
Select the one option which best describes the use of a toolbox talk before or during an operation on a heavy lift vessel.
The team involved are briefed with the latest information.
It is a discussion concerning tools to be used.
It is a social get together in the deck workshop.
It is the management telling the team the lifting plan.
Select the one option which best describes those personnel required to maintain a specialised heavy lift crane.
Personnel who have undertaken crane maintenance training.
Any of the deck crew on a heavy lift vessel.
Crane manufacturers maintenance personnel only.
Deck crew on a heavy lift vessel who have shadowed a senior person undertaking maintenance.
Select the one option which best describes when a stop the job call can be made on board a heavy lift vessel.
A team member notices a safety issue.
It is lunch time on board the vessel.
The operation is running beyond its allotted time.
When an alarm bell is heard from a quayside warehouse.
Select the one option which best describes why a contingency plan is necessary on board a heavy lift vessel when working a heavy lift.
The plan copes with unwanted events.
Because the vessels SMS requires it to be there.
In case the original plan is flawed in some way.
In case the warranty surveyor asks to see it.
Select the one option which best describes why wind effect is important to a heavy lift vessel when taking a heavy lift.
Because wind force on the load acts at the crane head.
Because the load will swing around a lot.
Because wind noise makes communications more difficult.
Because wind will cause a vessel to move away from the quay side.
Select the one option which best identifies items on a vessel requiring appraisal when planning for a heavy lift operation.
Items include crane capacity, stowage position and lifting equipment.
Items include crane capacity, main engine power and lifting equipment.
Items include crane capacity, stowage position and communications equipment.
Items include crane capacity, stowage position and type of lashings held on board.
Select the one option which best identifies why a heavy lifting operation on a vessel should be individually risk assessed.
Because a heavy lift is a unique event, unlike everyday crane operations.
Because generic crane risk assessments are poorly completed.
Because the heavy lift or vessel might be damaged.
Because the warranty surveyor demands this action.
Select the one option which best identifies why having adequate reserve stability is important on a heavy lift cargo vessel.
To reduce heel angles with a load on the hook.
To decrease the vessels roll period at sea.
To increase the vessels roll period at sea.
To minimise pitching affects with a vessel at sea.
Select the one option which best identifies why other non essential work should be stopped when a heavy lift cargo is being worked.
So that all personnel give priority to safety.
Because the whole vessels crew are needed on deck.
In case it is dropped which causes a vessel to incline to a large angle.
To allow ships personnel to watch the operation.
Select the one option which correctly completes the following statement. Any non tested loose gear on a heavy lift cargo vessel should …
… be isolated and not used for lifting operations.
… be kept with the other loose cargo gear.
… be sent ashore for testing and certification.
… be sent ashore permanently.
Select the one option which correctly completes the following statement. Heavy lift crane maintenance should…
… follow guidelines recommended by the manufacturer.
… be completed every twelve months.
… be undertaken only by shore personnel following company guidelines.
… be undertaken only when the crane stops working.
Select the one option which correctly completes the following statement. It is important to know the location of the centre of gravity of the load because …
… the crane head has to be positioned above it.
… it will affect the stowage position on a vessel.
… the type of cargo bearers used are influenced by it.
… this is where the lashing should be attached.
Select the one option which correctly completes the following statement. Loose gear on a heavy lift vessel is an expression given to …
… equipment connecting the load to the crane hook.
… cargo bearers surplus to requirements.
… spare luffing and lifting wires.
… wires and blocks hanging from a crane structure.
Select the one option which correctly completes the following statement. Loose gear on a heavy lift vessel should be tested …
… as thoroughly as the crane itself.
… every month when the crane is tested.
… only by the supplier when new.
… to destruction to check the breaking load.
Select the one option which correctly describes a particular hazard associated with a tandem crane operation.
The crane heads can clash.
The load may become distorted.
There could be a shortage of qualified crane drivers.
There may not be enough generating capacity on a vessel.
Select the one option which correctly describes how the risks to a heavy lift crane are controlled when it is operating offshore.
Risk is controlled by using offshore crane curves.
It is controlled by only using the crane when the wave height is less than 1 metre.
It is controlled offshore by limiting the use of the crane.
Risk is controlled by using the crane at some distance from an oil installation.
Select the one option which correctly describes the contents of a briefing on a heavy lift crane vessel before taking a heavy lift.
The lifting plan, duties of personnel and the anticipated time.
The lifting plan, any changes to the plan and the cargo shippers details.
The lifting plan, GM of the vessel and weather forecast.
The lifting plan, weather forecast and vessels draught.
Select the one option which correctly describes the main tests a new built heavy lift crane will be put through before use.
Factory acceptance then ship installation tests.
Factory acceptance then docks regulation tests.
Rate of slewing and luffing.
Twelve monthly tests for overload and limit switches.
Select the one option which correctly identifies a typical proof load applied to a heavy lift crane when it is load tested.
1,1 times the cranes SWL.
2 times the cranes SWL.
6 times the cranes SWL.
The cranes SWL.
Select the one option which correctly identifies how the chain register requires lifting equipment to be marked.
Lifting equipment is to have the SWL, an identifying number and testing authority.
Lifting equipment is to have the SWL and identifying number.
Lifting equipment is to have the SWL, maker and testing authority.
Lifting equipment is to have the SWL, vessels name and testing authority.
Select the one option which correctly identifies the devices on a heavy lift crane that are required by a classification society to be tested daily when the crane is in use.
Audible alarms and holding capacity.
Control system failure.
Fire and gas alarm response.
Vessel blackout.
Select the one option which correctly identifies the devices on a heavy lift crane that are typically required to be tested every 12 months by a classification society.
Emergency stops and load limit devices.
Boom up protection system.
Shut down for detected gas.
Shut down for fire.
Select the one option which correctly identifies the function of a crane signaler.
A signaller directs the crane using a radio or hand signals.
A signaller is always positioned at the hatch coaming to observe the operation.
A signaller is positioned close to the stowage position to give directions
A signaller only directs the crane when the crane driver cannot see the load.
Select the one option which correctly identifies the markings seen on a crane, as required by a classification society.
The SWL and any limiting outreach values.
The item number and the testing authority.
The name of the classification society that issues the crane certificate.
The name of the crane manufacturer.
Select the one option which correctly identifies the use of a chain register on a heavy lift cargo vessel.
The chain register is a list of cranes and lifting equipment.
The chain register is a certificate certifying the strength of the anchor chain.
The chain register is a list of chains used for lashing cargo.
The chain register is only a list of lifting slings used on a vessel.
Select the one option which correctly identifies which persons are qualified to drive a heavy lift crane on board a vessel.
Persons that have been trained and properly assessed as competent.
Any of the crewmen with a bit of training are able to drive the crane.
Crane drivers employed by stevedores.
Only the chief officer is allowed to drive the crane.
Select the one option which correctly identifies why all personnel involved in a heavy lift operation should be aware of the content of the lifting plan.
So that a cohesive team is formed to support each other.
So that team members can relieve each other to do other work.
So the lift supervisor has less to do when the lift is taking place.
To cover the insurance requirements for the lift.
Select the one option which correctly identifies why some space is needed around a heavy load when it is stowed on a vessel.
To be able to work the lift safely.
So that it does not touch the side of the vessel.
So there is a fire break in case of fire in the hold.
To allow other cargo to be packed around it.
Select the one option which correctly identifies why there is a limit on how short the legs in a multi leg lifting sling can be.
To minimise the horizontal force component in each leg when on a wide load.
Because the longer the sling the weaker it will be.
So that the crane head does not have to be raised so far.
To minimise the vertical force component on each leg when on a wide load.
Select the one option which is correct for the following statement. The supervisor of a lifting operation should not appoint themselves as the crane signaler.
The statement is correct, as the supervisor needs to keep an overview of an operation.
The statement is correct, as the supervisor will be on the vessels bridge not close to the crane.
The statement is incorrect, as the supervisor is most experienced and should direct the crane.
The statement is incorrect, as the supervisor knows best what to do.
Select two of the given options to best identify why effective communications are important during a team activity on a vessel.
Effective communications keep the team together.
Effective communications produce better management.
Effective communications have to be practised because of the ISM code.
Effective communications satisfy the warranty surveyor.
Which one of the following options correctly explains why a vessel has a very small roll period when rolling to large angles?
The vessels GM is very large.
The vessel has waves on the beam.
The vessels GM is very small.
The wind force is very strong.
Which one of the following options is correct for this statement? Unforeseen events are taken care of in a contingency plan.
This statement is incorrect as contingency planning covers unwanted events.
The statement is correct as contingency planning looks at all possibilities.
The statement is correct as this is what contingency planning is designed for.
The statement is incorrect as contingency planning covers expected events.
Which one of the given options best completes the following statement? If a heavy lift breaks its lashings in bad weather …
… it is an extremely dangerous operation trying to re-fasten them.
… just leave it till the weather dies down.
… the company will not be very happy about it.
… the vessel should return to port to get them re-attached.
Which one of the given options best completes the following statement? Lashings applied to a heavy load should …
… follow the arrangements seen in the heavy lift plan.
… be always more than necessary for safety.
… be those decided by the warranty surveyor.
… be what seems necessary to secure the cargo.
Which one of the given options best completes the following statement? The best scenario with lashings on a heavy lift is that …
… they are always tight.
… they make work for the deck crew.
… they need tightening every day.
… they totally fail in a rough sea.
Which one of the given options best completes the following statement? The worst scenario with lashings on a heavy lift is that …
… they totally fail in a rough sea.
… they are always tight.
… they have to be applied at all.
… they need tightening every day.
Which one of the given options correctly describes why slack tanks should be avoided on a vessel when taking a heavy lift?
To stop the vessels effective GM being reduced.
Because a liquid moving across a tank can damage it.
Because a liquid moving in a tank increases a vessels GM.
To stop water or oil overflowing through air vents.
Which person ashore first signs off the heavy lift plan when it is completed? Pick the one option you think is best.
The competent person ashore.
The P&I Club representative.
The vessel master.
The warranty surveyor.
