CES CBT Online Test and Answers for Deck Safety

Welcome to the website where you can pass online the CES CBT CD-334 test on the subject «Deck safety for supply vessels». Practice like this will help you as a marine specialist improve your knowledge with the help of online studying and appraisal practice. CES based on practical information and marine specialists experience.

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Current test contains Seagull CES questions on the subject «Deck safety for supply vessels». 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» subject includes theoretical and practical information about advanced training for work on any type of vessel. This training covers the proper handling and maintenance of deck equipment, with a strong focus on crane operations. It also includes emergency procedures and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to minimize risks. Additionally, participants learn about cargo handling techniques, weather conditions that affect maritime operations, and the importance of communication protocols during crane operations. By completing this course, crew members gain the confidence and competence needed to perform their duties safely and efficiently in challenging marine environments.

On this site Crew Evaluation System Test on the subject «Deck safety for supply vessels» contains 37 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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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.

Supply vessel movement …

… adds to the excitement of being at sea.

… makes deck work more risky.

… can easily be allowed for.

… has no affect on deck working.

The greatest risk with a supply vessel’s dry bulk system is if …

… 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.

… the crew do not realise there is pressure in the system.

When a cargo item is suspended above the deck…

… approach it, ready to get hands to position it.

… never be underneath it.

… approach it, to catch the tag line.

… never be on deck with it there.

When a vessel sails out into bad weather, the anchors …

… 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.

… should already be secured, or a safe heading and speed set to secure them.

… will become loose and have the chains banging in the spurling pipes.

When undertaking work at height …

… complete the work as quickly as possible.

… always wear a harness and fall protection.

… never use tools.

… tie yourself on, once you are at the work place.

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.

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.

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.

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.

When a crane driver is working the deck of a supply vessel, crewmen …

… 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.

… should stay in sight of the crane driver.

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.

Without proper control of an operation…

… safety can often be reduced.

… safety is 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?

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?

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?

By leaving the spoken communications to the vessel’s bridge.

By only using radio communication between two people.

Using a correct, common language.

Using a limited number of hand signals to avoid confusion.

How is it possible to let a vessel go without having men ashore?

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?

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.

Keep it in sight and in control at all times.

How is the risk of slipping on a wet walkway reduced?

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?

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?

Accept that this sometimes happens, and stay on deck.

Clear the deck and report to the Bridge.

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?

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?

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?

By being careful when opening lids and caps, in case there is pressure.

By following operating procedures.

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?

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?

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.

When tying up a supply vessel , it is safe to jump onto the jetty, from the bulwark of the vessel.

The statement is correct, but only if the correct footwear is used.

The statement is incorrect. This practice can be very dangerous.

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?

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?

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?

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”?

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?

The deck valves will be damaged with the pressure.

Being injured if the hose or coupling were to part.

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?

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?

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?

No more than five.

No more than four.

No more than two.

No more than three.

When undertaking routine deck work, what are the basic requirements for a crewman to stay safe?

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?

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?

By only working deck cargo and avoiding hose work.

By remaining in safe areas, or the accommodation, as much as possible.

By refusing to go on deck to work cargo.

By sheltering amongst the cargo stow.

Which one of the given options best defines “complacency”?

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?

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?

Because companies have to do this under their SMS obligations.

Because people can forget even basic safety principles.

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?

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?

Because company procedures do not allow it.

Because the cargo owner objects to this.

To reduce the risk of damaging the cargo.

To reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls.

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