CES CBT test online about Galley Operations meals

Welcome to the website where you can pass online the Computer Based Test (CBT) also known as Crew Evaluation System (CES) on the subject «Galley Operations, Nutrition». Practice like this will help you as a marine specialist improve your knowledge with the help of online studying and appraisal practice. CES/CBT based on practical information and marine specialists experience.

CES & CBT 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.

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:

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Marine engineering;
Maintenance and repair, etc.

Current test contains Seagull CES questions on the subject «Galley Operations, Nutrition». Those questions can be used for competence verification specialist capable of preventing accidental situations related with transporting safety, or also for self-examination.

«Galley Operations, Nutrition» subject includes theoretical and practical information about advanced training for work on the ship. Knowledge of this information directly indicates the competence of the employee holding the relevant position on the ship. The galley workers and other members of this team are responsible for maintaining in good sanitary condition those premises in which food is prepared and stored, as well as for ensuring that crew members eat in special rooms in compliance with appropriate hygiene rules.

On this site Crew Evaluation System Test on the subject «Galley Operations, Nutrition» contains 32 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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An oil tanker on a fixed US – Golf of Mexico run would usually stock up as necessary for fresh ingredients as the ship chandler was available in a couple of ports that the ship visited. The charter for this ship was changed and the ship sailed towards Europe. The Chief Cook had purchased his stock of foods based on the previous run of the ship. However, the ship would now not be able to reach a stocking hub until 15 days or more. This caused a shortage of some food supplies. If you were the Chief Cook, what action do you think you should have taken to avert such a situation?

Checked the ship’s intended route while preparing the provisions list.

Asked the Chief Officer for guidance.

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Let’s move on to the next food group, vegetables. You need to add vegetables to your purchase list. Select TWO appropriate options that are best with respect to this food group:

Green leafy and deep yellow vegetables.

Legumes and starchy vegetables.

Cauliflower and potatoes.

Tomatoes and green vegetables.

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Now let’s move on to the fourth food group; meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dried beans and nuts. Select TWO appropriate options that you would like to add to your list:

Lean meats and poultry without skin.

Dry beans.

Skinned poultry.

Pre-packed meat and poultry ready to fry.

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Select the ONE option which accurately completes the following statement: A balanced diet is…

A meal that contains equal amounts of carbohydrates and proteins.

A meal that contains equal amounts of fats and carbohydrates.

A meal that contains all the necessary nutrients in the recommended proportions.

A meal that contains a balance between breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Select the ONE option which accurately completes the following statement: Breads, cereals, rice and pasta, provide complex carbohydrates…

Which are an important source of energy.

Which are necessary for weight gain.

Which are important to the development of the muscles.

Which are essential for the development of the organs.

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Select the ONE option which accurately completes the following statement: Calcium helps to ensure growth and strengthening of the…

Brain.

Hair.

Bones.

Heart.

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Select the ONE option which accurately completes the following statement: Compared to many other dairy products cottage cheese is…

Low in calcium and low in fat.

Low in calcium and high in fat.

High in calcium and low in fat.

High in calcium and high in fat.

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Select the ONE option which accurately completes the following statement: Egg yolk has a relatively…

High cholesterol content.

Low vitamin content.

High salt content.

Low protein content.

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Select the ONE option which accurately completes the following statement: In situations of higher physical activity…

The calorie intake must not change.

The calorie intake must be higher.

The calorie intake must be lower.

The calorie intake must be twice as much as the usual intake.

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Select the ONE option which accurately completes the following statement: Meat, poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs and nuts are a main source of…

Proteins.

Minerals.

Carbohydrates.

Salts.

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Select the ONE option which accurately completes the following statement: Nuts and seeds can be…

High in fats and therefore must be eaten in moderation.

High in proteins and therefore must be eaten in large quantities.

Low in fats and can therefore be eaten in large quantities.

High in carbohydrates and therefore must be eaten in moderation.

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Select the ONE option which accurately completes the following statement: To keep the intake of sodium to an acceptable level, you must…

Have only one banana a day.

Limit the consumption of salt.

Limit the amount of ketchup used in cooking.

Have lean meats.

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Select the ONE option which accurately completes the following statement: While stocking a vessel with stores and food provisions it is…

Important for the chief cook to consider the route or run of the vessel.

Not important for the chief cook to keep the crew’s preferences in mind.

Not important for the chief cook to consider the route or run of the vessel.

Important for the chief cook to discuss the stores list with the crew.

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Select the ONE option which accurately completes the following statement: … of fruits and vegetables per day are recommended for the average adult.

3 portions.

2 portions.

5 portions.

6 portions.

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Select the THREE options that are true in relation to the diet and well-being of the crew:

A balanced diet must provide sufficient calories to a crew member.

It is important to provide as much food as possible to the crew members.

It is important to be aware that high risk food stuffs must be avoided or consumed sparingly.

It is important to consider the preparation method.

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Select the THREE options which accurately complete the following statement: Potassium helps…

Reduce cholesterol in the blood.

Reduce blood pressure.

Reduce the risk of developing kidney stones.

Remove elements that bind calcium.

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State whether the following statement is true or false: Fried chicken is as healthy as chicken stew.

True.

False.

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State whether the following statement is true or false: It does not matter how much fat is added while cooking vegetables as they are always a healthy food option.

True.

False.

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State whether the following statement is true or false: Punches, squashes and most fruit drinks are as healthy as having fresh fruit.

True.

False.

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State whether the following statement is true or false: A long haul cargo vessel will usually undertake a major storing operation only once a year.

True.

False.

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State whether the following statement is true or false: The calorie requirement of the crew is directly proportional to the physical activity they are expected to carry out.

True.

False.

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State whether the following statement is true or false: It is better to eat fats contained in fish and nuts as compared to those contained in meat and fried foods.

True.

False.

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State whether the following statement is true or false: Calories derived from fatty acids should be less than 10 % of the total calorie intake.

True.

False.

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State whether the following statement is true or false: It is important to try and provide low fat milk and milk products each day.

True.

False.

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State whether the following statement is true or false: Pre-packed foods, snacks and bottled sauces are a good and healthy food option.

True.

False.

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The crew has been engaged in a tank cleaning operation all day long. The ship is also preparing for an inspection and therefore the crew has a high work load. In a situation like this, as a responsible Chief Cook, you would like to ensure that he crew’s meals are well supplemented. Select TWO options that you would like to add to the meal plan for the next 2 days:

A fruit for breakfast and a fruit salad with custard for lunch.

A whole meal muffin for breakfast and a soup for dinner.

Ice cream and pudding for lunch.

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The ship is about to reach port in a couple of days. The provisions need to be ordered. As a Chief Cook you are busy checking and preparing a list of items that will need to be ordered. Select TWO healthy options that you would add to your list for the first food group; breads, cereals, rice and pasta.

Whole grain cereals.

Wheat pasta.

Sweet fruity breads.

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Which ONE of these is not one of the five food groups?

Breads, cereals, rice and pasta.

Fruits.

Vegetables.

Vitamins.

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Which THREE of the factors given in the options are the most likely to affect the purchase of stores and food supplies for a ship?

Route of the vessel.