Welcome to the website where you can pass online the CES test version 6.0 on the subject «Controlling Operation of the Ship and Care for Persons On Board – Survival Advanced». 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.
CES tests developed for evaluating seaman basic knowledge by Seagull Company (rebranded as «OTG»), is an evaluating online-tool, used for revealing any professional preparation needed in specific fields of knowledge, defined by STCW.
- Version: 6.0.
- Test type: Detailed Test.
- Function area: Controlling Operation of the Ship and Care for Persons On Board.
- Detailed subject: Survival (Advanced).
CES tests have proven themselves as good tools for the selection and recruitment process, as well as advancing the level of knowledge of the current officers and crew. Ocean Technologies Group use various subjects for question creation, which includes:
- Crowd and Crisis Management;
- Integrated Navigation System (INS);
- Ballast water management;
- Handling and Stowage;
- Vessel operation management and safety;
- Marine engineering;
- Maintenance and repair, etc.
Current test contains Seagull CES questions on the subject «Engine». Those questions can be used for competence verification specialist capable of preventing accidental situations related with transporting safety, or also for self-examination.
«Survival (Advanced)» subject includes theoretical and practical information about advanced training for work on any type of vessel. Seafarers must know “Controlling Operation of the Ship and Care for Persons On Board – Survival Advanced” to ensure the safety and security of both the vessel and its crew in emergency situations. This knowledge equips them with the essential skills to manage critical incidents, such as fires, flooding, or abandon ship scenarios, thereby minimizing risks and enhancing the chances of survival for everyone on board.
On this site Crew Evaluation System Test on the subject «Controlling Operation of the Ship and Care for Persons On Board – Survival Advanced» contains 61 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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Code: ejxpg$Cp In what language/languages must the fire control plans or booklets (or copies of these) be written?
In the Flag State official language with copies in English or French.
In a national language where company head office is located.
In the English language.
In the Flag State official language.
Code: VoTqJa9Y The operating mode of a pyrotechnic signal depends essentially on:
The weather conditions of the moment.
A define standard process.
Instructions or diagrams printed on its casing by the manufacturer.
The fact that the user is on board a liferaft, a lifeboat or ship.
Code: ed06tHgt Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Release falls.
Davit launched lifeboat.
Release gripes.
Davit launched rescue boat.
Code: wwsUdFwu Which one of the listed requirements regarding service and maintenance of life-saving appliances correspond to present regulations?
Instructions for onboard maintenance of life-saving appliances in accordance with the regulations shall be provided.
Maintenance and repair of all the life-saving equipments will be carried out ashore in work shop only.
At least one member of the crew shall hold a repairman certificate for life-saving equipment.
Maintenance and repair of all life-saving equipments shall be carried out by the certified ship staff only.
Code: WUc#isP4 How often are “abandon ship” drills required to be held on cargo vessels according to SOLAS?
Once every month.
Once every 6 months.
Once every week.
Once every year.
Code: oF8$BgrU Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Start air supply.
Start air filling of the davit launched liferaft.
Start ventilation of the rescue boat.
Start ventilation of the lifeboat.
Code: LWFla1lp The muster list must be prepared:
At least 2 hours before the ship proceeds to sea.
At least 1 hours before the ship proceeds to sea.
At least 2 hours before the ship has proceeded to sea.
At any moment before the ship proceeds to sea.
Code: ujauhwqm What is most important for crew members when preparing for emergencies?
That people are well trained.
That people know where to muster.
That people know where to find designated equipment.
That people listen to orders given.
Code: 0TsKyWAI Which one of the listed requirements regarding lifeboat equipment correspond to present regulations? The normal equipment of every lifeboat shall include:
A survival manual.
Oil pollution equipment.
Sea charts and navigation equipment.
Helicopter rescue equipment.
Code: TNnti6VG Which of the following items shall be included in an “abandon ship” drill?
Checking that passengers and crew are suitably dressed and lifejackets correctly donned.
Checking the distress signal rockets and other distress signals.
Checking that all crew and passenger moral is high.
Checking the lifeboat provisions and supplies.
Code: 3a2jA8VO How often should the lifeboat wire falls be turned and renewed?
Turned at intervals of not more than 30 months and renewed every 5 years.
Turned every 2 years and renewed every 4 years.
Turned every 30 months and needs only to be renewed if the wire is in poor condition.
Renewed every three years.
Code: w3PypLHX On board passenger ships an abandon ship drill must be performed:
Every week.
Every month.
Every three months.
Every two weeks.
Code: 2yqAxoBD A dynamic test of the winch brake with a proof load equal to 1,1 times the weight of the survival craft or rescue boat and its full complement of persons and equipment should be carried out:
Every 5 years.
Every year.
Every three years.
Every ten years.
Code: xXZYiB8H Referring to the SOLAS convention, how often should a crew member on a cargo ship participate in one abandon ship drill and one fire drill?
Monthly.
Every second week.
Weekly.
This is only required when he joins the ship.
Code: 791SggyK What manoeuvre should be carried out in case of a fire onboard a ship?
Reduce speed and, if possible, keep the fire zone to the leeward of the ship.
Keep the stem up against the wind if possible.
Continue on course and speed.
Let the ship follow the wind in order to reduce the oxygen supply.
Code: uuBBScKp Every inflatable liferaft, inflatable lifejacket and hydrostatic release units shall be serviced:
Every 12 months.
Every 36 months.
Every 24 months.
Every 18 months.
Code: SMQVUT81 How much lifeboat capacity should be a provided on a conventional cargo ship of more than 85 meters in length?
100 % of the ship’s complement on each side.
50 % of the ship’s complement on each side.
150 % of the ship’s complement on each side.
125 % of the ship’s complement on each side.
Code: m4htGfNH How would you know how many people a lifeboat is supposed to hold?
The number of persons should be clearly stated on the outside of the boats bow.
No fixed number as it depends on the people’s size.
Ask one of the deck officers.
Fill the boat up until no more space is left.
Code: oVyGWQS5 Which one of the listed requirements regarding the stowage of a survival craft corresponds to present SOLAS regulations? Each survival craft shall be stowed:
In a state of readiness so that two crew-members can prepare for embarkation and launching in less than 15 minutes.
Wherever space is available.
On the starboard side of the ship.
In a secure and sheltered position and protected from damage by fire or explosion.
Code: XkK7zuGH What is the minimum number of portable two way VHF walkie talkies for use in survival craft, that should be carried onboard vessels which comply with GMDSS regulations?
3 sets.
1 set.
2 sets.
There is no requirement to carry them.
Code: FTs3MXUw Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Radar transponder.
EPIRB.
Rocket parachute flares.
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals.
Code: xHPbQqcq Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Line throwing appliance.
Rocket parachute flares.
Lifeboat hand flare.
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals.
Code: 4jFoJbQO Which of the following information shall be specified by the muster list?
The specific duties assigned to passengers that are in charge of a group of others.
The muster list has been prepared and approved by the administration before the ship proceeds to sea.
Action to be taken by crew and passengers.
The abandon ship signal consisting of two long blasts.
Code: xe4hiiQN How many Radar Transponders (SART) are required to be carried onboard a ship for use in survival crafts?
One in each lifeboat.
2, one of which being capable of floating free if the ship sinks.
Two on each side of the ship.
One on each side of the ship.
Code: b0$GP$TN Give the meaning of the following symbol:
EPIRB.
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals.
Rocket parachute flare.
Survival craft portable radio.
Code: JldEVNbX Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Start water-spray.
Lower lifeboat to water.
Rescue boat with waterproof canopy.
Secure lifeboat hatches.
Code: 2fzxMICa How often must the Emergency Steering Gear be tested, and how is this information recorded in the OLB?
Every three months. Details of test with signatures of Master and witness.
Monthly with signature of person carrying out test.
Monthly with signature of Chief Engineer and witness.
Fortnightly, with signature of Chief Engineer and witness.
Code: 1W5S$fNP During abandon ship exercise, what life-saving equipment must be demonstrated?
Wearing and fastening of lifejackets and associated equipment.
Location of immersion suits and thermal protective aids.
How to communicate using the hand-held radios.
Lifeboat radio.
Code: zjA7r1NS Where do you find minimum drill requirements?
In the SOLAS convention and its annex.
In owner’s instruction.
In manager’s instruction.
In classification society rules.
Code: QxSHyhao The pyrotechnic used to transmit visual signals to other vessels, boats or aircrafts are of the following type:
All of the below mentioned.
Buoyant smoke signal.
Hand flare.
Rocket parachute flare.
Code: AYpszfe9 Which one of the listed requirements regarding abandon ship drills corresponds to present SOLAS regulation?
Each lifeboat shall be launched, and maneuvered in the water its assigned crew at least once every three months during an abandon ship drill.
All lifeboats shall be lowered during drills.
On ships on short international voyages, each lifeboat shall be launched and maneuvered in the water at least every six months.
Drills shall be conducted when the ship is in a harbour.
Code: nGQypdzi When should a crew member joining a ship for the first time be given some training and instructions in the use of the ship’s fire-fighting appliances?
As soon as possible but not later than 24 hours after he joins the ship.
As soon as possible but not later than 2 days after he joins the ship.
As soon as possible but not later than 2 weeks after he joins the ship.
As soon as possible.
Code: RuYN89PH What are the conditions that influence the efforts for organising the fire fighting?
Where the fire breaks out, how many fire teams are available, the strength of the fire, the ships mobility, what is burning and communication.
Distance to the fire station and the size of the fire brigade, what is burning, possibility to get water.
Where the fire break out, how many fire teams are available, what is burning, distance to the fire station.
Where the fire break out, the ships mobility, distance to the fire station and the size of the fire brigade.
Code: f2gEnqV5 As per SOLAS regulations, the general emergency alarm system must be tested:
Every week.
Every 3 weeks.
Every month.
Every 2 weeks.
Code: ejdMn4rp Which one of the given requirements regarding survival craft muster and embarkation arrangements corresponds to the present SOLAS regulations?
Muster and embarkation stations shall be readily accessible from accommodation and work areas.
Muster and embarkation stations are to be arranged separately to improve working conditions.
Davit-launched survival craft muster and embarkation stations shall be arranged to enable stretchers to be placed in survival craft.
Searchlights to be provided at the launching station.
Code: 3LhlzXRE Which of the following requirements regarding life-buoys correspond to present regulations? (SOLAS III/7.1).
At least four life-buoys on each side of the ship shall be fitted with buoyant lifelines.
At least one lifebuoy with self-activating smoke shall be placed within the vicinity of the stern.
Not less than half the total number of lifebuoys shall be provided with self-ignighting lights.
All the life-buoys shall be placed in holders with quick-release arrangement.
Code: YpfH8z$b For how long and at what speed is a fully loaded lifeboat designed to operate in calm water?
6 knots for 24 hours.
3 knots for 24 hours.
4 knots for 48 hours.
10 knots for 24 hours.
Code: j#KPFSC$ How often shall each member of the crew participate in an “abandon ship” – drill?
Once every month.
Once a year.
Once every week.
Once every 6 months.
Code: Qvn$XjSa On all UMS operated vessels and also on most other vessels the engine room is equipped with fire detectors. What requirements of testing and checking of the detectors are to be observed?
All the mentioned alternatives.
When testing detectors by suitable equipment (smoke and heat) check that the sensors self controlling system, e. g. a flashing control light etc. is functioning.
Check the detector with heat and/or smoke (in accordance with instructions in its manual).
Check that the actual detector is giving appropriate signals to the central control unit and that all electric connections are in good order.
Code: NKw4DVOa Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Lower embarkation ladder to water.
Lower lifeboat to water.
Lower liferaft to water.
Location of embarkation ladder.
Code: IFXzCW37 Which one of the following items has to be included in an abandon ship drill according to SOLAS regulations?
Launching and recovery of a survival craft.
Checking that life-jackets are correctly donned.
Starting and operating radio life-saving appliances.
Manoeuvring the lifeboat in the water.
Code: DB39mcgw As far as possible, all engines in lifeboats and rescue boats should be run:
For a total period of not less than 10 minutes every week.
For a total period of not less than 5 minutes every month.
For a total period of not less than 3 minutes every month.
For a total period of not less than 3 minutes every week.
Code: Vd0i2cTz Which one of the listed requirements regarding life-saving appliances corresponds to present regulations?
All prescribed life-saving appliances shall be of such a colour that they are in contrast to the surrounding colour.
All prescribed life-saving appliances shall be made of non-combustible or fire retardant material.
All prescribed life-saving appliances shall have marking in red colour.
All prescribed life-saving appliances shall be fitted with the manufacturers name and Logo.
Code: bfFZrJyW The mandatory color of a hand flare is:
Red.
White.
Yellow.
Green.
Code: 7dnx6ZNu Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Survival craft portable radio.
EPIRB.
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals.
Rocket parachute flares.
Code: CKLoZtRC You are starting to get low on water in the lifeboat. What should you do?
Collect rain water.
Use sea water.
Mix sea water with 50 % fresh water.
Drink urine.
Code: Dvf1eLfM The correct order of actions to be taken in a fire emergency, should be:
Evaluation of the situation, rescue and life-saving, confinement of fire, extinction, then feed back on the emergency.
Extinction, confinement of fire, feed back on the emergency, rescue and life-saving, then evaluation of the situation.
Extionction, evaluation of the situation, confinement of fire, rescue and life-saving.
Evaluation of the situation, confinement of fire, rescue and life-saving, extinction.
Code: 8#bQiEZD Give the meaning of the following symbol:
Rocket parachute flares.
Survival craft distress pyrotechnic signals.
Line throwing appliance.
Parachute landing area.
Code: HtPh7nS6 Which one of the given requirements regarding manning and supervision of survival craft corresponds to the SOLAS regulation?
A deck officer or certificated person shall be placed in charge of each survival craft to be used.
There shall be at least 5 trained persons on board, mustering and assisting untrained persons.
Every lifeboat required to carry radio telegraph installation shall have a deck officer capable of operating the equipment assigned.
Every motorised survival craft shall have a certificated engineer assigned.
Code: WBq16hJV What is the meaning of this symbol?
Lower lifeboat to water.
Release gripes.
Lower liferaft to water.
Lower rescue boat to water.
