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Current test contains Seagull CES questions on the subject «Deck Safety for Supply Vessels and for Anchor Handlers». Those questions can be used for competence verification specialist capable of preventing accidental situations related with transporting safety, or also for self-examination.
«Deck Safety for Supply Vessels and for Anchor Handlers» subject includes theoretical and practical information about advanced training for work on any type of vessel with a specific focus on the unique challenges and risks associated with supply vessels and anchor handlers. This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform their duties safely and effectively, including navigating hazardous conditions, using specialized equipment and understanding the importance of safety procedures in a variety of environments. Through interactive sessions and hands-on exercises, participants gain practical experience in ensuring their own safety and the safety of others, contributing to a safer and more efficient maritime workforce. By addressing the specific needs of supply vessels and anchor handlers, this training program ensures that personnel are prepared to handle the unique demands of these challenging roles.
On this site Crew Evaluation System Test on the subject «Deck Safety for Supply Vessels and for Anchor Handlers» contains 88 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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Choose ONE option that best completes the following statement. A bulk hose laid across a supply vessel’s deck …
… is a trip risk, when crew are working near to it.
… is difficult to connect up to the vessel’s deck connection.
… will damage itself, as it contacts other objects on the deck.
… will damage other cargo.
Choose ONE option that best completes the following statement. Supply vessel movement …
… makes deck work more risky.
… adds to the excitement of being at sea.
… can easily be allowed for.
… has no affect on deck working.
Choose ONE option that best completes the following statement. The greatest risk with a supply vessel’s dry bulk system is if …
… the crew do not realise there is pressure in the system.
… cement gets damp and starts to set in a tank.
… cement gets damp and starts to set in the lines.
… the wrong grade of cement has been loaded.
Choose ONE option that best completes the following statement. When a cargo item is suspended above the deck…
… never be underneath it.
… approach it, ready to get hands to position it.
… approach it, to catch the tag line.
… never be on deck with it there.
Choose ONE option that best completes the following statement. When a vessel sails out into bad weather, the anchors …
… should already be secured, or a safe heading and speed set to secure them.
… can be left unsecured if the weather is expected to improve.
… have to be secured, even if the deck crew have to take some risks.
… will become loose and have the chains banging in the spurling pipes.
Choose ONE option that correctly completes the following statement. When undertaking work at height …
… always wear a harness and fall protection.
… complete the work as quickly as possible.
… never use tools.
… tie yourself on, once you are at the work place.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. A natural risk taker …
… puts themselves in more danger.
… is an efficient worker, because they get the job done quickly.
… is as safe as any other person.
… is representative of most people at sea.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. A simple method of guiding crew away from deck obstructions …
… is to have dedicated walkways laid out on the decks.
… is to have plans posted up in the mess rooms, showing the obstructions.
… is to keep crew off the decks.
… is to paint the deck with a bright colour.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. Before removing the cap from the deck connection of a supply vessel’s dry bulk system, always …
… confirm there is no pressure before removing the cap.
… have the hose on deck ready to be connected.
… open the deck valve located on the connection.
… tell the installation crane driver that this is about to be done.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. If there is a risk of water breaking on a vessel’s deck …
… only go onto deck after risk assessment and permit to work.
… only go onto deck after telling the bosun that you are going.
… only go onto deck between the waves breaking on it.
… only go onto deck when there is a lull in the weather.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. When a crane driver is working the deck of a supply vessel, crewmen …
… should stay in sight of the crane driver.
… should clear the deck totally.
… should stand close to where the load has to be lowered.
… should stand in the place where the load has to be lowered.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. When working with a crane hook on the deck of a supply vessel, for safety …
… always have two crewmen.
… always attach a tag line to it.
… always have three crewmen.
… only ever put one hose on the hook.
Choose the ONE option that correctly completes the following statement. Without proper control of an operation…
… safety is reduced.
… safety can often be reduced.
… safety may sometimes be reduced.
… safety might occasionally be reduced.
For their safety, what should deck crew do as soon as a load is lowered onto the deck of a platform supply vessel? Select the ONE correct answer.
Confirm that the load will not be raised again.
Check the cargo container number.
Check the contents of the cargo skip.
Un-hook it immediately.
How are the risks associated with disconnecting a bulk hose controlled on a supply vessel? Select the ONE correct answer.
Drain the product back and replace the hose end cap, if available.
Disconnect the hose and keep the open end upright on the crane hook.
Disconnect the hose and send it up as soon as possible.
Drain the product using the deck bleed valve, then disconnect.
How is effective communication achieved? Select the ONE correct answer.
Using a correct, common language.
By leaving the spoken communications to the vessel’s bridge.
By only using radio communication between two people.
Using a limited number of hand signals to avoid confusion.
How is it possible to let a vessel go without having men ashore? Select the ONE best answer.
By having the mooring lines on bights.
By cutting the mooring lines at the vessel’s fairleads.
By letting the moorings go and leaving them behind.
By using a boat hook to lift the eye off a shore bollard.
How is the risk from an installation crane hook controlled when it is at deck level, ready to be hooked on? Select the ONE best answer.
Keep it in sight and in control at all times.
Always wear a pair of working gloves when handling it.
Stay away from it at all times.
Tell the crane driver to lift the hook off the deck.
How is the risk of slipping on a wet walkway reduced? Select the ONE best answer.
By having a non-slip coating.
By brushing the water off it.
By not walking on a wet deck.
By spreading salt on it.
How is the risk of slipping on an ice covered deck reduced? Select the ONE best answer.
By spreading salt on the ice and allowing it to melt.
By having a non-slip coating on the deck.
By never walking on an ice covered deck.
By spreading paper over the ice.
If a platform discharge falls on the deck of a supply vessel with crew present, what should they do? Select the ONE correct answer.
Clear the deck and report to the Bridge.
Accept that this sometimes happens, and stay on deck.
Find out what the discharge is, and then act accordingly.
Proceed directly to the deck shower.
On a platform supply vessel what should happen with dangerous cargo? Select the ONE correct answer.
It should be manifested and in a marked container.
It should always be stowed together with all other dangerous cargo.
It should be discharged as soon as possible.
It should not be accepted onboard.
On a platform supply vessel, how are the risks associated with obstructions on the mooring deck controlled? Select the ONE best answer.
By using dedicated walkways.
By walking very slowly.
By wearing adequate footwear.
By wearing full PPE.
On a platform supply vessel, how are the risks associated with the dry bulk system controlled? Select the ONE best answer.
By following operating procedures.
By being careful when opening lids and caps, in case there is pressure.
By first opening the deck valve, then the tank valve.
By only getting senior crewmen to operate it.
On a supply vessel working at an installation, why should deck cargo stay lashed for as long as possible? Select the ONE best answer.
To stop it falling over if there is a sudden vessel movement.
Because cargo should always be lashed at sea.
Because it is company policy under the ISM code.
Because it saves having to re-connect lashings so frequently.
On the deck of a supply boat working an installation, why is water on deck particularly dangerous? Select the ONE best answer.
A crush risk exists from floating containers.
Because the deck crew run the risk of getting wet.
It causes the cargo to get wet.
The water affects the crane driver’s ability to stow cargo.
Select the ONE best answer relating to the following statement. When tying up a supply vessel , it is safe to jump onto the jetty, from the bulwark of the vessel.
The statement is incorrect. This practice can be very dangerous.
The statement is correct, but only if the correct footwear is used.
The statement is correct. It can save a lot of time.
The statement is incorrect. This practice is only safe for experienced crew.
There is the possibility of water breaking on deck. When should crew go onto the deck? Select the ONE best answer.
Only when the bridge gives them permission.
As soon as a permit to work has been issued.
As soon as the risk assessment is completed.
When the bosun gives the word.
What are the safety risks associated with dropping an anchor? Select the ONE best answer.
There are risks associated with moving equipment and rust particles.
None, as it is such a routine, uncomplicated operation.
The anchor cable may run too fast.
The anchor may not be dropped in the correct place.
What can happen to a crane hook that brings the greatest risk to the crane on an installation? Select the ONE correct answer.
It can become foul and trapped on a vessel.
It can accidently open when a load is suspended.
It can be damaged by the deck crew opening it incorrectly.
It can be out of sight of the crane driver.
What is meant by a mooring rope ‘snap back’? Select the ONE correct answer.
The reaction of the rope when it parts.
It is a type of stopper used on the mooring deck.
It is the affect when a rope is surged on a drum end.
The noise a rope makes when it is under lots of tension.
What is the greatest risk if a bulk hose is over-pressurised? Select the ONE correct answer.
Being injured if the hose or coupling were to part.
The deck valves will be damaged with the pressure.
The hose will become plugged with product.
The product will be damaged inside the hose.
What is the most dangerous risk associated with cargo work on a supply vessel? Select the ONE best answer.
A crush injury from an item of cargo.
Being burned on a hot surface.
Falling over the side of a vessel.
Tripping over cargo lashings.
What is the worst possible consequence of an over pressurised hydraulic windlass motor? Select the ONE best answer.
The casing may blow apart.
None, as the pressure will never be too great.
The hydraulic oil will get hot.
The windlass motor may stop working.
When heaving a synthetic fibre mooring rope on a drum end, how many turns should there be? Select the ONE correct answer.
No more than three.
No more than five.
No more than four.
No more than two.
When undertaking routine deck work, what are the basic requirements for a crewman to stay safe? Select the ONE best answer.
Being in a fit state, risk assessing and wearing PPE.
Following instructions from the bosun at all times.
Let others undertake the more risky work.
Only work on deck when conditions are perfect.
When using a windlass for mooring, what is the most important safety priority? Select the ONE correct answer.
To have a person at the windlass control at all times.
To have the windlass in a low gear at all times.
To make sure that the hydraulic oil is warmed up.
To only use one side of the windlass at a time.
When working cargo on deck, with the possibility of water breaking onto it, how can crew protect themselves? Select the ONE correct answer.
By remaining in safe areas, or the accommodation, as much as possible.
By only working deck cargo and avoiding hose work.
By refusing to go on deck to work cargo.
By sheltering amongst the cargo stow.
Which one of the given options best defines ’complacency’? Select the ONE best answer.
Complacency is when a person feels secure or smug in their ability to perform a task.
Complacency happens to a person when they have to undertake a task that is not a routine activity.
Complacency is when a person deliberately decides not to follow procedures.
Complacency only occurs with people who are not seafarers.
Why can a mooring rope being heaved on a windlass drum end be particularly dangerous? Select the ONE best answer.
Because the rope may snap back towards the person holding it.
Because the mooring deck is a dangerous place.
Because the windlass may put excessive force on the rope.
Because there is little control of the rope.
Why do people need to be regularly reminded about safety? Select the ONE best answer.
Because people can forget even basic safety principles.
Because companies have to do this under their SMS obligations.
Because people forget what they see as unimportant.
Because people generally have very poor memories.
Why does skills’ training not change a person’s attitude to risk? Select the ONE best answer.
Because skills’ training does not always address changing behaviour.
Because once attitudes are formed, they cannot be changed.
Because people tend to ignore training.
Because skills’ training will never include the risks associated with it.
Why should crew avoid walking on top of deck cargo on a supply vessel? Select the ONE best answer.
To reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls.
Because company procedures do not allow it.
Because the cargo owner objects to this.
To reduce the risk of damaging the cargo.
With regard to mooring operations, choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. Never stand …
… in the whip lash zone of a rope under tension.
… at the winch control when heaving on a rope.
… behind the person operating the winch.
… near the edge of the vessel in case of being hit by a heaving line.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. A natural risk taker …
… puts themselves in more danger.
… is an efficient worker, because they get the job done quickly.
… is as safe as any other person.
… is representative of most people at sea.
Choose ONE option that best completes the following statement. An anchor handler moving in a seaway …
… makes deck work more risky.
… adds to the excitement of being at sea.
… can easily be allowed for.
… has no affect on deck working.
Choose ONE option that best completes the following statement. When a pennant wire is being disconnected …
… be careful, in case it wants to rotate dangerously.
… have a crew person grip it, to stop it rotating.
… retreat to a safe place, as this is the most dangerous part of an anchor handling operation.
… the operation is without risk.
Choose ONE option that best completes the following statement. When a pennant wire is being heaved …
… stay in a safe place.
… it is the most dangerous part of an anchor handling operation.
… stay close, to inform the bridge of its position in the stopper.
… take the chance to have a clear up on deck.
Choose ONE option that best completes the following statement. When a vessel sails out into bad weather, the anchors …
… should already be secured, or a safe heading and speed set to secure them.
… can be left unsecured if the weather is expected to improve.
… have to be secured even if the deck crew have to take some risks.
… will become loose and have the chains banging in the spurling pipes.
Choose ONE option that best completes the following statement. When towing on an anchor handler …
… stay well clear of the tow wire when on deck.
… never go onto the vessel’s after deck.
… only go onto the vessel’s forward deck.
… the tow wire has no affect on deck working.
Choose ONE option that correctly completes the following statement with respect to safety. Grapnels and ‘J’ hooks used for anchor handling …
… should be inspected in the same way as any other lifting equipment.
… are extremely robust and do not need testing or inspection.
… last a very long time because they are made of cast iron.
… never carry much load, because all they do is snag wire or chain.
Choose ONE option that correctly completes the following statement. A remotely operated winch control …
… offers more safety to the operator.
… is not a good thing, it decreases safety.
… is not as safe as controlling the winch locally.
… is not found on anchor handling vessels.
Choose ONE option that correctly completes the following statement. When undertaking work at height …
… always wear a harness and fall protection.
… complete the work as quickly as possible.
… never use tools.
… tie yourself on, once you are at the work place.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. A simple method of guiding crew away from deck obstructions …
… is to have dedicated walkways laid out on the decks.
… is to have plans posted up in the mess rooms, showing the obstructions.
… is to keep crew off the decks.
… is to paint the deck with a bright colour.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. If there is a risk of water breaking on a vessel’s deck …
… only go onto deck after risk assessment and permit to work.
… only go onto deck after telling the bosun that you are going.
… only go onto deck between the waves breaking on it.
… only go onto deck when there is a lull in the weather.
Choose the ONE option that correctly completes the following statement. Without proper control of an operation …
… safety is reduced.
… safety can be reduced.
… safety may be reduced.
… safety might be reduced.
How is effective communication achieved? Select the ONE correct answer.
Using a correct, common language.
By leaving the spoken communications to the vessel’s bridge.
By only using radio communication between two people.
Using a limited number of hand signals to avoid confusion.
How is it possible to let a vessel go without having men ashore? Select the ONE best answer.
By having the mooring lines on bights.
By cutting the mooring lines at the vessel’s fairleads.
By letting the moorings go and leaving them behind.
By using a boat hook to lift the eye off a shore bollard.
How is the risk of slipping on a wet walkway reduced? Select the ONE best answer.
By having a non-slip coating.
By brushing the water off it.
By not walking on a wet deck.
By spreading salt on it.
How is the risk of slipping on an ice covered deck reduced? Select the ONE best answer.
By spreading salt on the ice and allowing it to melt.
By having a non-slip coating on the deck.
By never walking on an ice covered deck.
By spreading paper over the ice.
On an anchor handler when towing, why does bad weather make the after deck more dangerous? Select the ONE best answer.
Because the tow wire slides across the deck.
Because more tow wire is paid out.
Because the deck is always wet.
Because the vessel is forced to slow down.
On the deck of an anchor handler working an installation, why is water on deck particularly dangerous? Select the ONE best answer.
A crush risk exists from floating containers.
Because the deck crew run the risk of getting wet.
It causes the cargo to get wet.
The water affects the crane driver’s ability to stow cargo.
Select the ONE best answer relating to the following statement. When tying up an anchor handler, it is safe to jump onto the jetty, from the bulwark of the vessel.
The statement is incorrect. This practice can be very dangerous.
The statement is correct, but only if the correct footwear is used.
The statement is correct. It can saves a lot of time.
The statement is incorrect. This practice is only safe for experienced crew.
There is the possibility of water breaking on deck. When should crew go onto the deck? Select the ONE best answer.
Only when the bridge gives them permission.
As soon as a permit to work has been issued.
As soon as the risk assessment is completed.
When the bosun gives the word.
What are the risks when using burning gear to break an anchor chain? Select the ONE best answer.
Burns, eye damage and fire.
Burns, eye and hearing damage.
That the chain cannot be broken.
That there is insufficient gas to complete the operation.
What danger is posed by equipment, with wire connected, about to be lifted? Select the ONE best answer.
The wire may whip around when the equipment is lifted.
The equipment may be damaged.
The wire may be very long.
The wire may fall off before the cargo is ashore.
What extra safety measures should always be taken during darkness on a vessel whilst anchor handling? Select the ONE best answer.
Ensure that decks are well lit.
Shut the cabin curtains to stop light pollution.
Wear extra clothing as it gets cold.
Wear full PPE.
What is the best preparation for crew, to ensure their safety during an anchor handling operation? Select the ONE best answer.
Make sure they are well briefed and knowledgeable.
Check their certificates to confirm that they are qualified.
Make sure they are all on deck when the operation starts.
Tell them to follow the bosun’s instructions at all times.
What is the greatest risk associated with connecting up a tow on an anchor handler? Select the ONE best answer.
Falling over the stern.
Falling over tools.
Snagging the hand on a wire rag.
Tripping on the work wire.
What precautions should the deck crew take with an awkward shaped load, such as a rig anchor, just landed on deck by a crane? Select the ONE best answer.
Make sure it is stable before approaching it.
Attach a lashing to it immediately.
Immediately unhook it, the same as any other load.
Unhook it, then move other cargo against it.
What safety check is essential when a wire has just been positioned in a deck stopper? Select the ONE correct answer.
That the wire is securely in place.
That the quick release system works.
That the wire is in good condition.
That the wire is not under tension.
What safety check is required on a wire or chain deck stopper before it is used? Select the ONE correct answer.
The insert is in good condition and of the correct size.
That the insert will allow the chain or wire to pass through it.
That the rotating guide is well greased.
The insert is well grooved from previous use.
What safety check is required on hand tools used during an anchor handling operation? Select the ONE best answer.
That they are approved for use.
That they are close at hand.
That they are identifiable as deck tools.
That they are made in Germany.
When anchor handling in marginal weather, why is the work more risky? Select the ONE best answer.
Because wires and chains have greater strain on them.
Because the rig jumps around a lot.
Because the vessel’s engines are likely to stop.
Because the winches do not work as well as in good weather.
When buoy catching, how are the risks associated with the open stern totally controlled? Select the ONE best answer.
Wear a lifejacket and safety restraint.
Do not work close to the stern.
Use a boat hook to extend your reach.
Wear a lifejacket.
When undertaking routine deck work, what are the basic requirements for a crewman to stay safe? Select the ONE best answer.
Being in a fit state, risk assessing and wearing PPE.
Following instructions from the bosun at all times.
Let others undertake the more risky work.
Only work on deck when conditions are perfect.
When working cargo on deck, with the possibility of water breaking onto it, how can crew protect themselves? Select the ONE correct answer.
By remaining in safe areas or the accommodation as much as possible.
By only working deck cargo and avoiding hose work.
By refusing to go on deck to work cargo.
By sheltering amongst the cargo stow.
Which of the given options best defines “complacency”? Select the ONE best answer.
Complacency is when a person feels secure or smug in their ability to perform a task.
Complacency happens to a person when they have to undertake a task that is not a routine activity.
Complacency is when a person deliberately decides not to follow procedures.
Complacency only occurs with people who are not seafarers.
Why does skills’ training not change a person’s attitude to risk? Select the ONE correct answer.
Because skills’ training does not always address changing behaviour.
Because once attitudes are formed they cannot be changed.
Because people tend to ignore training.
Because skills’ training will never include the risks associated with it.
Why does working cargo offshore pose a greater risk to crew, than working cargo onshore? Select the ONE correct answer.
When offshore they do the cargo work, but in port that work is done by dock workers.
Because the offshore cranes are of poorer quality compared to the onshore cranes.
Because when offshore, the crane drivers are not as good as the ones onshore.
When offshore there is less time to undertake the equipment transfer than onshore.
Why is it that people need to be regularly reminded about safety? Select the ONE best answer.
Because people can forget even basic safety principles.
Because companies have to do this under their SMS obligations.
Because people forget what they see as unimportant.
Because people generally have very poor memories.
Why is the size of the wire fitted to a tugger winch important for safety? Select the ONE correct answer.
Because the winch power should not be capable of snapping the wire.
Because if it is too big it is difficult to handle.
Because the drum of the winch is usually quite small, the wire should be small.
To allow the wire to go to the stern and back up the deck with some spare.
With regard to towing operations in following weather, choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. Green water …
… may be breaking over the stern.
… is not a threat on a well found vessel.
… on deck is fun, and not a big threat.
… will never be breaking over the stern.
Choose ONE option that correctly completes the following statement. When undertaking work at height …
… always wear a harness and fall protection.
… complete the work as quickly as possible.
… never use tools.
… tie yourself on, once you are at the work place.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. A natural risk taker …
… puts themselves in more danger.
… is an efficient worker, because they get the job done quickly.
… is as safe as any other person.
… is representative of most people at sea.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. A simple method of guiding crew away from deck obstructions …
… is to have dedicated walkways laid out on the decks.
… is to have plans posted up in the mess rooms, showing the obstructions.
… is to keep crew off the decks.
… is to paint the deck with a bright colour.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. Before removing the cap from the deck connection of a supply vessel’s dry bulk system, always …
… confirm there is no pressure before removing the cap.
… have the hose on deck ready to be connected.
… open the deck valve located on the connection.
… tell the installation crane driver that this is about to be done.
Choose the ONE option that best completes the following statement. If there is a risk of water breaking on a vessel’s deck …
… only go onto deck after risk assessment and permit to work.
… only go onto deck after telling the bosun that you are going.
… only go onto deck between the waves breaking on it.
… only go onto deck when there is a lull in the weather.
