Partea 1

'What does the word "sidelight" mean ?
a )   A green light on the starboard side and a red light on the port side each showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 112.5 degrees and so fixed as to show the light from right ahead to 22.5 degrees abaft the beam on its respective side
A 20-meter power-driven vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside will display _____________.
b )   two masthead lights in a vertical line
A 20-meter power-driven vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside will display _____________.
c )   two masthead lights in a vertical line
A light used to signal passing intentions must be an ______________
b )   all-round white light only
A light used to signal passing intentions must be an ________________ 
c )   all-round white light only
A partially submerged object towed by a vessel must show during the day one _____________.
a )   diamond shape when the length of the tow is 200 meters or less
A power-driven vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside displays navigation lights and
c )   two white masthead lights in a vertical line
A power-driven vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside will show sidelights, a sternlight, and
 c )   two masthead lights in a vertical line
A single vessel being towed alongside shall exhibit ________________ 
c )   sidelights and a stern light
A single vessel being towed alongside shall show ________________
b )   sidelights and a stern light
A towing light is _____________.
c )   a yellow light having the same characteristics as the stern light
A towing light is __________________.
c )   shown in addition to the sternlight
 A towing light _____________.
 b )   is yellow in color
A vessel constrained by her draft may display _____________.
a )   three all-round red lights
A vessel constrained by her draft may display________________.
c )   three all-round red lights in addition to the lights required for a power-driven vessel of her class
 A vessel displaying three red lights in a vertical line is _________________
 c )   constrained by her draft
A vessel not under command sounds the same fog signal as a vessel___________.

a )   towing

b )   constrained by her draft

c )   All of the above

A vessel which detects by radar alone the presence of another vessel shall determine if a close-quarters situation is developing and/or risk of collision exists. If so, she shall take avoiding action in ample time; however, if such action consists of
b )   An alteration of course to port for a vessel forward of the beam, other than for a vessel being overtaken.
At night, a power-driven vessel less than 7 meters in length, with a maximum speed which does not exceed 7 knots, may show when underway _____________,
 c )   one all-round white light
At night, a power-driven vessel less than 7 meters in length, with a maximum speed which does not exceed 7 knots, MUST show when underway at least _____________.
a )   one white 360 light
At night, a power-driven vessel underway of less than 7 meters in length where its maximum speed does not exceed 7 knots may show, as a minimum, ______________.
c )   one all-round white light
Except where it has been determined that a risk of collision does not exist, point out how a vessel shall conduct, which hears apparently forward of her beam the fog signal of another vessel, or which cannot avoid a close-quarters situation with anot
a )   She shall reduce her speed to the minimum at which she can be kept on her course. She shall, if necessary, take all her way off and in any event navigate with extreme caution untill danger of collision is over.
How do COLREG rules interfere with the special rules for roadsteads, harbours, rivers, lakes or inland waterways navigable by seagoing vessels ?
a )   Nothing in COLREG rules shall interfere with the operation of special rules, made by an appropriate authority, but such special rules shall conform as closely as possible to COLREG rules.
How shall 2 power-driven vessels manoeuvre, when navigating on reciprocal or nearly reciprocal courses, so as to involve risk of collision ? 
c )   Each shall alter her course to starboard so that each shall pass on the port side of the other.
How shall 2 sailing vessels manoeuvre when they are approaching one another, so as to involve risk of collision and each has the wind on a different side ?
a )   The vessel which has the wind on the port side shall keep out of the way of the other.
How shall a proper look-out be maintained aboard ?
a )   Every vessel shall at all times maintain a proper look-out by sight and hearing as well as by all available means appropriate in the prevailing circumstances and conditions so as to make a full appraisal of the situation and of risk of collision.
How shall the alternations of course and/or speed be made to avoid collision ?
c )   If the circumstances admit, they shall be large enough to be readily apparent to anoter vessel observing visually or by radar.
How shall vessels not using a traffic separation scheme navigate ?
 b )   They shall avoid it by as wide a margin as is practicable
If a vessel displays theree all-round red lights in a vertical line at night, during the day she may show________________.
b )   a cylinder
 If at night a vessel displays three all-round red lights in a vertical line, during the day she may show 
c )   a cylinder
If you sighted three red lights in a vertical line on another vessel at night,it would be a vessel
b )   constrained by her draft
In addition to her running lights, an underway vessel constrained by her draft may carry in a vertical line
 c )   three red lights
The light which may be used with a vessel`s whistle must be 
b )   a white light
To indicate that a vessel is constrained by her draft, a vessel may display, in a vertical line,
a )   three 360grd. red lights
To which vessels do the rules of conduct of vessels in restricted visibility apply to ?
b )   Vessels not in sight of one another when navigating in or near areas of restricted visibility.
What additional lights shall vessels engaged in fishing with purse seine gear exhibit, when engaged in fishing in close proximity to other vessels ?
c )   2 yellow lights in a vertical line flashing alternately every second and with equal light and occultation. duration.
What characteristic must a light a light used to indicate passing intentions have?
b )   It must be an all-round white light
What characteristic must a light have if used to signal passing intentions?
a )   It must be an all-round 
What day shape is prescribed for a vessel constrained by her draft?
c )   A cylinder
What do the shapes and lights of vessels engaged in mineclearance operations indicate ?
a )   That it is dangerous for another vessel to approach within 1000 metres of the mineclearance vessel.
What does the term "power-driven vessel" mean ?
a )   The term "power-driven vessel" means any vessel propelled by machinery.
What does the term "short blast" mean ?
c )   A blast of about 1 second's duration.
What does the term "towing light" mean ?
c )   A yellow light placed as nearly as practicable at the stern showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 135 degrees and so fixed as to show the light 67.5 degrees from right aft on each side of the vessel.
What does the term "vessel not under command" mean ?
b )   Any vessel which through some exceptioal circumstance is unable to manoeuvre as required by the rules and is therefore unable to keep out of the way of another vessel.
What does the term "vessel underway" mean ?
c )   Any vessel which not at anchor or made fast to the shore, or aground.
What does the term "vessel's breadth" mean ?
a )   Vessel's greatest breadth.
What does the term 'vessel engaged in fishing" mean ?
c )   Any vessel fishing with nets, lines, trawls or other fishing apparatus which restrict manoeuvrability.
What equipment for sound signals shall a vessel of 100 metres or more in length be provided with?
a )   A whistle, a bell and a gong at the stern.
What equipment for sound signals shall a vessel of less than 12 metres in length carry ?
c )   Vessels of less than 12 metres in length shall not be obliged to carry the prescribed sound signalling appliances, but they shall be provided with some other means of making an efficiement sound signal.
What is the length of a vessel at anchor which must use the available working or equivalent lights to illuminate her decks ?
c )   100 metres and more.
What is the reason for proceeding at a "safe speed" ?
a )   A vessel shall proceed at a safe speed so that she can take proper and effective action to avoid collision and be stopped within a distance appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions.
What lights and shapes shall a fishing vessel exhibit, when not engaged in fishing ?
a )   The lights and shapes prescribed for a vessel of her length.
What lights and shapes shall a pilot vessel exhibit when not engaged on pilotage duty ?
b )   The lights or shapes prescribed for a similar vessel of her length.
What lights are required for a single barge being towed alongside?
a )   Sidelights and a stern light
What lights shall a power-driven vessel of less than 50 metres in length exhibit, when towing and the length of the tow exceeds 200 metres ?
c )   3 masthead lights in a vertical line, sidelights, a sternlight and a towing light.
b )   Instead of the lights forward aft or aft, 3 masthead lights in a vertical line, sidelights, a sternlight, a towing light.
What lights shall a power-driven vessel underway, of 50 metres or more in length, exhibit ?
b )   A masthead light forward, a second masthead light abaft of and higher than the forward one, sidelights and a sternlight.
What lights shall a pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed ahead exhibit, when they are rigidly connected in a composite unit ?
c )   The lights of a single power-driven vessel, underway.
What lights shall a sailing vessel underway exhibit, when her length is less than 20 metres ?
a )   Sidelights and a sternlight combined in one lantern
 What lights shall a vessel engaged in dredging or underwater operations exhibit, when restricted in her ability to manoeuvre ?
a )   2 all-round red lights in a vertical line to indicate the side on which the obstruction exists, 2 all-round green lights in a vertical line to indicate the side on which another vessel may pass and the lights of a vessel restricted in her ability to
What lights shall a vessel engaged in dredging or underwater operations exhibit, when restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and at anchor ?
c )   Instead of the lights of a vessel at anchor, the lights of a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre engaged in dredging operations.
What lights shall a vessel engaged in fishing other than trawling exhibit, when there is outlying gear extending more than 150 metres horizontally and is not making way through the water ?
b )   2 lights in a vertical line, the upper being red and the lower white, an all-round white light in the direction of the gear.
What lights shall a vessel engaged in trawling exhibit, when not underway ?
b )   2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being green and the lower white, a masthead light placed abaft of and higher than the all-round light.
What lights shall a vessel engaged on pilotage duty exhibit, when she is not underway ?
c )   2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being white and the lower red.
What lights shall a vessel not under command exhibit, when not making way through the water ?
b )   2 all-round red lights in a vertical line.
What lights shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre exhibit, when not making way through the water ?
a )   3 lights in a vertical line, the highest and the lowest being red and the middle one white.
What lights shall an inconspicuous, partly submerged vessel or object more than 25 metres in breadth, exhibit ?
a )   4 all-round white lights at the after end, forward end and on each side at the extremities of her breadth.
What lights shall the objects or vessels being towed exhibit, other than inconspicuous vessels or objects ?
b )   Sidelights and a sternlight
What ligths and shapes shall a seaplane exhibit, when alighted on the sea ?
a )   The lights and shapes prescribed by the rules.
What range shall the mastlights be visible at, for vessels between 12 and 20m in length ?
c )   3 nautical miles.
What range shall the sidelights be visible at for vessels more than 50 metres in length ?
a )   3 nautical miles.
What range shall the sternlight be visible at, for vessels less than l2 metres in length ?
c )   2 nautical miles.
What range shall the towing light be visible at, for vessels of 12-50 metres in length ?
b )   2 nautical miles.
What range shall the white,red, green or yellow all round light be visible at, for vessels less than 12 metres in length
c )   2 nautical miles.
What shall a vessel of less than 12 metres in length do, in conditions of restricted visibility, when she cannot give the signals prescribed by the rules ?
a )   She shall give a sound signal on the whistle consisting of 5 short blasts at intervals of one minute.
What shape shall a vessel proceeding under sail exhibit, when also being propelled by machinery ?
a )   A conical shape forward, apex downward, where it can best be seen. 
What shape shall an inconspicuous, partly submerged object or vessel exhibit by day when being towed and the length of the tow is less than 200 metres ?
b )   A diamond at or near the after end of the last vessel or object being towed
What shapes shall a vessel aground exhibit ?
a )   The shapes of a vessel at anchor and 3 balls in a vertical line.
What shapes shall a vessel engaged in mineclearance operations exhibit ?
b )   3 balls and in case the vessel is at anchor, 3 balls and the shape prescribed for anchored vessels.
What shapes shall a vessel engaged in trawling exhibit ?
a )   A shape consisting of 2 cones with their apexes together.
What shapes shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre exhibit ?
c )   3 shapes in a vertical line, the highest and the lowest being a ball and the middle one a diamond.
What signal shall a vessel give, when approaching a bend or obstruction that may obscure another vessel and hearing a prolonged blast ?
c )   One prolonged blast.
What significance shall light signal "3 flashes" have, if associated with the sound signal ?
a )   I am operating astern propulsion.
What significance shall the light signal"one flash " have, if associated with the sound signal ?
a )   I am altering my course to starboard.
What sound signal shall a power-driven vessel give, when making way through the water in conditions of restricted visibility ?
c )   One prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes.
What sound signals shall a composite unit, pushing vessel-vessel being pushed ahead give, when stopped and not making way through the water, in conditions of restricted visibility ?
c )   2 prolonged blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes
What sound signals shall a fishing vessel underway give, in conditions of restricted visibility ?
b )   One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes.
What sound signals shall a pilot vessel give, when stopped and not making way through the water, engaged on pilotage duty in conditions of restricted visibility ?
b )   The blasts of stopped vessel not making way through the water and in addition 4 short identity blasts.
What sound signals shall a vessel at anchor give, of 100 metres or more in lenght, in conditions of restricted visibility ?
b )   Rapid blasts on the bell in the forepart and immediately the gong shall be sounded in the after part for about 5 secondat intervals of not more than one minute.
What sound signals shall a vessel give when in sight of another and failing to understand the intentions of another, or when in doubt whether sufficient action is being taken by the other to avoid collision ?
a )   At least 5 short and rapid blasts on the whistle.
What sound signals shall vessels constrained by their draught give, in conditions of restricted visibility ?
a )   At least 5 short and rapid blasts on the whistle.
What sound signals shall vessels constrained by their draught give, in conditions of restricted visibility ?
a )   One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes.
What vessel may be considered as "vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre" ?
b )   A vessel engaged in the launching or recovery of aircraft.
What vessel may be considered as "vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre" ?
c )   A vessel engaged in dredging, hydrographic surveying and oceanographic operations or underwater operations.
When in sight of one another in a narrow channel or fairwey, what signal shall the vessel intending to overtake another on port side produce ?
b )   2 prolonged blasts followed by 2 short blasts.
When is a vessel, the master or the owner exonerated from the consequences of any neglect or the neglect of any precaution which may be required by the ordinary practice of seaman ?
c )   The rules shall not exonerate the vessel, master or owner from the consequences of any neglect to comply with these rules or of the neglect of any precaution which may be required by the ordinary practice of seaman.
When shall a stand-on vessel take action to avoid collision by her manoeuvre alone ?
b )   As soon as it become apparent to her that the vessel required to keep out of the way is not taking appropriate action in compliance with the rules.
When shall it be deemed that a risk of collision exists, when an appreciable bearing change is evident 
a )   When approaching a very large vessel or a tow or when approaching a vessel at close range.
When shall sound signals be given, in conditions of restricted visibility ?
c )   By day and by night in conditions of restricted visibility.
When shall the rules concerning lights be complied with ?
c )   From sunset to sunrise.
Where shall the lights or shapes of the vessels constrained by their draught be exhibited ?
a )   Where they can best be seen.
Where shall the shape of a vessel being towed be placed when the length of the tow exceeds 200 metres ?
c )   Where it can best be seen.
Where shall the shapes of a vessel not under command be placed ?
b )   Where they can best be seen.
Which are the additional lights a sailing vessel underway may exhibit ?
c )   2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being red and the lower green at the top of the mast.
Which are the factors taken into accont in determining the "safe speed" additionally, by vessels with operational radar ?
b )   The characteristics, efficiency, constraints imposed by the radar range scale in use, the effect of the sea state, the number, location and movement of vessels.
Which are the vessels exempted from complying with provisions at the rule regarding navigation in traffic separation schemes ?
a )   Vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre when engaged in an operation for the maintenance of safety of navigation in the traffic separation scheme is exempted from complying with this rule.
Which dayshape is prescribed for a vessel constrained by her draft?
b )   A cylinder
Which is the action by given-way vessel ?
a )   The vessel shall so far as possible take early and substantial action to keep well clear
Which is the alarm signal in radiotelephony ?
a )   A 2-tone bitonal signal
Which is the sound signal to indicate the manoeuvre "I am altering my course to starboard" ?
a )   One short blast.
Which statement is TRUE concerning light signals?
c )   The time between successive signals shall be not less than ten seconds
Which statement(s) is (are) TRUE concerning light signals?
b )   The time between successive signals shall be not less than ten seconds
Which vessel may NOT exhibit two red lights in a vertical line?
a )   A vessel constrained by her draft
Which vessel's way shall a power-driven vessel underway keep out of ?
a )   A vessel not under command.
Which vessel's way shall a sailing vessel underway keep out of ?
b )   Vessels not under command
Which vessel's way shall a sailing vessel underway keep out of ?
a )   Vessels engaged in fishing
Which vessels shall, if the circumstances of the case admit, avoid impeding the safe passage of a vessel constrained by her draught ?
c )   Power-driven vessels underway.
Yellow lights are NOT shown by
a )   towing vessels pushing ahead
You are on a vessel that cannot comply with the spacing requirement for masthead lights. What is required in this situation?
b )   The vessel`s lights must comply as closely as possible, as determined by her government.
A fishing vessel is showing a basket and a single cone apex upwards? In which direction do the nets lie?
c )   From the basket towards the cone.
A power driven vessel engaged in towing is displaying the required lights on her aftermast. How much higher must the lowest after masthead light be above the forward masthead light?
b )   Not less than 4.5 metres.
A power driven vessel observes the stern light of another power-driven vessel on a steady bearing and reducing range on the port bow. Which vessel must give way?
a )   The observing vessel
A vessel is at anchor and displaying two anchor lights. What is the minimum vertical distance between the forward anchor light and the after anchor light?
b )   Not less than 4.5 metres.
A vessel joining the general direction of traffic flow in a traffic separation scheme from either side shall do so......
a )   at as small an angle as practicable
A vessel not using the traffic separation scheme shall......
A vessel shall, so far as is practicable, avoid crossing traffic separation lanes. But if obliged to do so shall cross the general direction of traffic flow .....
c )   on a heading as nearly as practicable at right angles.
A vessel using a traffic separation scheme shall so far as practicable....
c )   keep clear of the traffic separation line or separation zone.
A vessel which can only safely navigate within a narrow channel or fairway shall not be impeded by......
A vessel's sidelights should be positioned above the hull, but according to the Collision Regulations what is the maximum height they can be placed?
b )   Three-quarters the height of the forward masthead light
At night you notice, in addition to other lights, two yellow lights in a vertical line which flash alternately every second. What does this indicate?
a )   A fishing vessel hampered by her purse seine gear..
At night, in addition to her sidelights, what else must a sailing vessel show?
c )   A stern light.
At night, you are power-driven vessel 'A' approaching power-driven vessel 'B' as shown. Occasionally you see both white masthead lights and the green side light of vessel 'B'. Which of the following is true?
At range 2 miles and steady bearing, you sounded 5 short blasts: it is apparent that the other vessel is not taking appropriate action. What should you do?
b )   Sound one short blast and alter to starboard.
At sea during the day, you see a vessel displaying two black cones with their points together. What does this indicate?
a )   A vessel engaged in fishing
At sea you sight a tug displaying this signal. What should you do?  (cerc si patrat negru orientat in dreapta sub cerc)   c )   Give assistance as the tug is in distress.
At what height above the hull should the forward anchor light be placed on a vessel of 50 metres or more in length?
c )   6 metres.
At what minimum height above the hull should the mastlight on a power driven vessel of length 60 metres and beam 9 m be carried?
Does this signal indicate that the vessel is...... (o bila negru)  a )   at anchor.
For a power driven vessel less than 30 metres in length and 5 metres beam, at what height above the hull should the mastlight be carried?
a )   Not less than 6 metres
For a power driven vessel of 110 metres in length and 20metres beam, what is the maximum height above the hull that the forward masthead light can be carried?
c )   12 metres
For which types of vessel should a fishing vessel not impede the passage in a narrow channel or fairway?
How should a vessel cross a traffic separation lane?
c )   On a HEADING as nearly as practical at right angles to the direction of traffic flow
If a vessel is being towed alongside on the starboard side of the towing vessel, what lights should it show?     b )   Sidelights and sternlight.
If a vessel of length 20metres or more is required by the rules to carry two or three lights in a vertical line, at what height above the hull (except where a towing light is required) must the lowest of these be placed?     a )   Not less than 4 metres
If another ship does not appear to be taking sufficient action to avoid a collision, what should you do according to the Collision Regulations?
b )   Sound 5 short and rapid blasts on the whistle.
If you hear a fog signal forward of the beam, Rule 19 states that you must......
c )   reduce to minimum steerage way.
In a traffic separation scheme a vessel engaged in fishing shall not impede the passage of......
a )   any vessel following a traffic lane.
In a traffic separation scheme a vessel of less than 20m. in length or a sailing vessel shall not impede the safe passage of......
b )   a power driven vessel following a traffic lane.
In open waters, you see the lights ( shown in the picture ) right ahead at medium range. What do you do?   (3 albe orizontala, verde stanga rosu dreapta) 
a )   Sound one short blast and alter course to starboard.
In the Collision Regulations, the Government of any State can make provision for special rules allowing the use of additional whistle signals between which vessels?
a )   Warships and vessels sailing under convoy.
In what situation would you expect a vessel to show these lights? (rosu,alb,rosu verticala)
b )   When unable to manoeuvre
Inshore traffic zones shall not be used by which of the following vessels?
b )   One that can safely use the appropriate lane within the T.S.S.
Is anchoring permitted in a narrow channel? b )   It should be avoided if at all possible
Looking straight ahead at night you observe the masthead lights and both side lights of another vessel. What action should be taken?
c )   Each ship shall alter course to starboard.
On nearing a bend in a narrow channel and the way ahead is obscured, you hear a prolonged blast. What should be your response?
c )   One prolonged blast.
Power-driven vessel 'A' sees power-driven vessel 'B' as shown here at 3 miles range. What must vessel 'A' do?
Power-driven vessels 'A' and 'B' are in sight of one another. Which of the following statements is correct? ( fata(a) -- (b)fata)
 b )   A' and 'B' should alter course to starboard, each sounding one short blast on the whistle.
Referring to Annex II of the Collision Regulations; additional signals for fishing vessels in close proximity. What does the signal "one white light over one red light" mean?
b )   I am hauling nets.
The bearing is steady. The range is 5 miles, reducing slowly. What action would you take? (lumina alba in fata)  a )   Sound one short blast and alter course to starboard.
The lights shown indicate a vessel...... (verticaol 2 albe, v rosu alb,rosu vertical rosu vertical rosu)
This vessel is on a steady bearing, range 3 miles. What action would you take? (stanga vapor)
b )   Sound five short and rapid blasts and stand on with caution.
This vessel is on a steady bearing, the range is 2 miles and reducing slowly. What action would you take?  b )   Make a substantial reduction of speed.
This vessel is on a steady bearing, the range is 2 miles and reducing. What action should you take?
c )   Five short and rapid blasts and stand on with caution.
This vessel is signaling two flashes at intervals. What is the meaning of this signal? 
a )   I am altering my course to port.
This vessel sounds one short blast. What does this mean? c )   I am altering my course to starboard.
c )   I am altering my course to starboard.
To which traffic separation schemes does Rule 10 apply? a )   Those adopted by the International Maritime Organization
Vessels as far as possible should avoid anchoring...... a )   in a traffic separation scheme or in areas near it's terminations.
What additional lights does a vessel constrained by its draught have to show?
c )   Three red lights in a vertical line.
What could a vessel do to highlight a danger to another vessel, especially at night ?
b )   Direct a search light in the direction of the danger.
What do these lights indicate?  ( una alba jos...alb sus si rosu jos dreapta)
b )   A pilot vessel at anchor.
What do these lights indicate? (alb stanga sus verde dreapta jos) c )   A power-driven vessel of under 50m
What do these lights show?(dreapta rosu stanga sus verde si alb)
c )   A vessel under 50 metres in length engaged in trawling.
What is a power-driven vessel?
c )   Any vessel propelled by machinery.
What is the arc (angle) of visibility of a masthead light? a )   225 degrees
What is the arc (angle) of visibility of a sternlight? b )   135 degrees
What is the arc of visibility of the 3 red lights shown here? b )   All round
What is the arc of visibility of the 3 white lights shown here?
b )   From right ahead to 22.5 degrees abaft the beam on each side.
What is the duration of a "'short blast" on the whistle? a )   One second.
What is the duration of a prolonged blast?  b )   4-6 seconds
What is the fog signal of this vessel?(stbd)
  a )   One prolonged blasts followed by two short blasts at intervals less than or equal to 2 minutes.
What is the fog signal of this vessel?  (stbd) b )   One prolonged blast followed by two short blasts.
What is the fog signal of this vessel? (port) b )   One ( if making way ) or two ( if stopped ) prolonged blasts at intervals of 2 minutes.
What is the length of the vessel shown here? c )   May be of any length but probably 50 metres or more.
What is the minimum vertical separation of the mastlights on power driven vessels such that, in all normal conditions of trim, the afterlight will be seen over and separate from the forward light?
a )   So it can be seen at 1000 metres from the stem at sea level.
What is the range of the mastlight being displayed by this ship? a )   6 miles
What is the range of visibility of the sidelights shown by this ship? b )   3 miles
What is this vessel's fog signal? 
c )   One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals not exceeding two minutes.
What kind of vessel may sound a fog signal consisting of four short blasts?
b )   A vessel engaged on pilotage duty.
What signal shall a vessel sound when nearing a bend or an area of narrow channels or fairway where other vessels may be obscured by an intervening obstruction?
b )   One prolonged blast.
What signals must a vessel at anchor display?
b )   A black ball hoisted at the bow by day and all round white lights at night.
When a vessel of length 20m or more is required by the rules to carry two or three lights in a vertical line, what spacing is required between the lights? c )   Not less than 2 metres.
When is a vessel " UNDERWAY "? a )   When she is not at anchor or made fast to the shore
When proceeding along a narrow channel a vessel should...... 
b )   keep to the outer limit which lies on her starboard side.
When proceeding in a narrow channel, you hear a vessel astern sound two prolonged blasts followed by two short blasts. What does this signal indicate?
b )   The other vessel intends to overtake you on your port side.
When should a sailing vessel keep out of the way of a power driven vessel?
c )   When the sailing vessel is overtaking.
When should a vessel not under command display the sternlight?
b )   When making way through the water
When taking action to avoid collision under Rule 8, you should avoid.....
b )   a succession of small alterations of speed or course.
When two power driven vessels are meeting on reciprocal courses ......
a )   each shall alter course to starboard.
When two power-driven vessels, in sight of each other, are crossing so as to involve risk of collision, avoiding action must be taken by ......
b )   the vessel which has the other on her own starboard side.
When two whistles are fitted on a vessel and are placed more than 100m apart, what is the usual arrangement for giving manoeuvring and warning signals ?
Which of the following shall not impede the passage of any vessel following a traffic lane in a traffic separation scheme? b )   A vessel engaged in fishing.
Which of the following vessels may use inshore traffic zones in all circumstances?
b )   Vessels less than 20 metres in length and sailing vessels.
Whilst proceeding along a narrow channel the vessel astern sounds two prolonged blasts followed by one short blast. What does this mean?
a )   I intend to overtake you on your starboard side.
Whilst proceeding along a narrow channel, the vessel astern sounds two prolonged blasts followed by two short blasts. What does this mean?
c )   I intend to overtake you on your port side.
You are heading west and observe a north cardinal buoy dead ahead. What action do you take?
b )   Alter course to starboard.
You are underway on a tanker and observe the lights illustrated on a steady bearing and at decreasing range on the PORT bow. What do you do?
 b )   Observation of the compass bearing over a period of time
You intend overtaking a vessel in a narrow channel and signal your intentions. The vessel ahead sounds 5 short and rapid blasts. What does this mean?
b )   I do not understand your intentions/actions.
You observe this vessel - range 4 miles. What action should you take? 
a )   Sound one short blast and alter course to starboard..
You observe this vessel at a range of 9 miles. What action would you take? 
b )   Stand on but continue to monitor.
You observe this vessel on a steady bearing at range 3 miles. What action should you take?
b )   Sound one short blast and alter course to starboard.
You see a vessel displaying a black cylinder on her starboard yardarm. At night, what lights would the same vessel be showing, in addition to those for a power-driven vessel underway?
You sight a vessel bearing 3 points abaft the starboard beam. Sometime later, it is bearing 3 points forward of the starboard beam. Which of the following circumstances apply?
c )   A vessel overtaking situation.
"Vessel" "A" is overtaking vessel" "B"on open waters and will pass without changing course. Vessel "A" should_____________.
c )   not sound any whistle signal
"Which statement applies to a vessel""constrained by her draft?"
a )   She is severely restricted in her ability to change her course because of her draft in relation to the available depth of water.
"Which vessel is NOT regarded as being" "restricted in her ability to maneuver?"
c )   A vessel constrained by her draft
Which statement is true concerning a vessel” “constrained by her draft”?
a )   She must be a power-driven vessel
A fishing vessel is approaching a vessel not under command. Which statement is TRUE?
a )   the fishing vessel must keep clear of the vessel not under command.
A signal of intent must be sounded in international waters by _____________
b )   a vessel overtaking another in a narrow channel
A vessel not under command sounds the same fog signal as a vessel _____________.
c )   All of the above
At what interval shall successive light signals be given ?
a )   At not less that 10 seconds.
How shall a power-driven vessel navigate in conditions of restricted visibility ?
a )   At a safe speed and her engines ready for immediate manoeuvre.
How shall a vessel manoeuvre in doubt as to whether she is overtaking another ?
b )   She shall assume that this is the case and act accordingly.
How shall a vessel overtaking any other conduct ?
c )   Any vessel overtaking any other shall keep out of the way of the vessel being overtaken.
How shall an action to avoid collision be taken ?
b )   Positively, in ample time and with due regard to the observance of good seamanship.
How shall the green lights of vessels engaged in mineclearance operations be exhibited ?
a )   One of these lights shall be exhibited near the foremast head and one at each end of the fore yard.
How shall vessels engaged in fishing conduct in a traffic separation scheme ?
c )   They shall not impede the passage of any vessel following a traffic lane.
In a crossing situation on international waters, a short blast by the give-way vessel indicates that the vessel _____________.   b )   is turning to starboard
Lighting requirements in inland waters are different from those for international waters for ...
a )   barges being towed by pushing ahead
Of the vessel listed, which must keep out of the way of all the others?
c )   A vessel pushing a barge
Of the vessels listed, which mustkeep out of the way of all the others?
c )   A vessel on pilotage duty
The light which may be used with a vessel`s whistle is to be
c )   a white light
Till when shall the effectiveness of an avoiding action be checked ?
c )   Untill the other vessel is finally past and clear.
To what vessel is the term "vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre" limited to ?
a )   The term "vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre" will not be limited to the vessels quoted in the rules.
Two prolonged blasts followed by one short blast on the whistle is a signal which could be sounded by a    c )   vessel overtaking another in a narrow channel
What additional lights shall a trawler engaged in fishing exhibit, when fishing in close proximity to other vessel engaged in fishing and when the nets have come fast upon an obstruction ?
a )   2 red lights in a vertical line.
What additional lights shall a trawler engaged in fishing exhibit, when hauling her nets and fishing in close proximity to other vessels engaged in fishing ?
c )   One white light over one red light in a vertical line.
What additional lights shall a trawler exhibit, when engaged in pair trawling in close proximity to other vessel engaged in fishing ?
b )   A searchlight directed forward and in the direction of the other vessel of the pair.
What characteristics shall the light supplementing the sound signals have ?
b )   An all-round white light.
What distance between vessels shall the avoiding action ensure ?
b )   It shall be such as to result in passing at a safe distance.
What does the term "flashing light" mean ?
b )   A light flashing at regular intervals at a frequency of 120 flashes or more per minute.
What does the term "restricted visibility" mean ?
c )   Any condition in which visibility is restricted by fog, mist, falling snow, heavy rainstorms, sandstorms or any other similar causes.
What does the term "vessel constrained by her draught" mean ?
 c )   A power-driven vessel which because of her draght in relation to the avilable depth of water is severely restricted in her ability to deviate from her course.
What does the word "seaplane" mean ?
b )   Any aircraft designed to manoeuvre on the water.
What does the word "sternlight" mean ?
b )   A white light placed as nearly as practicable at the stern showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 135 degrees and soixed as to show the liht 67.5 degrees right aft on from each side of the vessel.
What does the word "vessel" mean, according to the COLREG rules ?
b )   Any watercraft including non-displacement craft and seaplanes used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water.
What equipment for sound signals shall a vessel of 12-100 metres in length be provid with ?
c )   A whistle and a bell.
What lights shall a power-driven vessel of less than 50 metres in length exhibit when towing and the length of the tow is less than 200 metres ?
b )   2 masthead lights in a vertical line, sidelights, a sternlight and a towing light.

What lights shall a power-driven vessel underway, less than 50 metres in length, exhibit ? a )   A masthead light, sidelights, a sternlight. What lights shall a power-driven vessel underway, of less than 7 metres in length and whose maximum speed does not exceed 7 knots, exhibit ? a )   An all-round white light and also, if practicable, sidelights. What lights shall a sailing vessel underway exhibit ? c )   Sidelights and a sternlight. What lights shall a vessel aground exhibit ? a )   The lights of a vessel at anchor and 2 all-round red lights in a vertical line. What lights shall a vessel engaged in mineclearance operations exhibit ? c )   The lights prescribed for power-driven vessels underway and 3 all-round green lights. What lights shall a vessel engaged in trawling exhibit, when making way through the water ? c )   Sidelights, a sternlight, 2 lights in a vertical line, the upper being green and the lower white, a masthead placed abaft of and higher than the green light. What lights shall a vessel engaged on pilotage duty exhibit, when she is at anchor ? a )   The lights of a vessel at anchor and 2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being white, the lower red. What lights shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre exhibit, when at anchor ? b )   The red, white, red lights in a vertical line, an anchor light in the fore part and an anchor light at the stern. What lights shall a vessel under oars exhibit ? c )   If she does not exhibit the lights of a sailing vessel, she shall be ready to show an electric torch or lighted lantern showing a white light. What lights shall an inconspicuous, partly submerged vessel or object being towed exhibit, when her length exceeds 100 metres and her breadth exceeds 25 metres ? a )   5 all-round white lights at the forward end, after end, at or near the extremities of her breadth and a light between the forward end and the after end so that the distance between the lights shall not exceed 100 metres. What manoeuvre shall be made when 2 power-driven vessels are crossing so as to involve risk of collision ? c )   The vessel which has the other on her own starboard side shall keep out of the way and, if the circumstances of the case admit, avoid crossing ahead of the other vessel. What range shall an all-round white light of an inconspicuous, partly submerged vessel or object being towed be visible ? a )   3 nautical miles. What range shall the mastlights be visible at, for vessels between 20 and 50m in length ? a )   5 nautical miles. What range shall the sidelights be visible at for vessels less than 12 metres in length ? c )   1 nautical mile. What range shall the towing light be visible at, for vessels of 50 metres or more in length ? a )   3 nautical miles. What ranges shall the mastlights be visible at for vessels of 50m or more in length ? c )   6 nautical miles. What shall a vessel engaged in diving operations exhibit, whenever her size makes it impracticable to exhibit all lights and shapes prescribed for vessels engaged in during operations ? b )   3 all-round lights in a vertical line, the highest and lowest being red and the middle light white, a rigid replica of the International Code flag " A " not less than 1 metre in height, to ensure her all-round visibility. What shall a vessel engaged in towing which is not normally engaged in towing operations do, when, from any sufficient cause it is impracticable to exhibit the lights prescribed by the rules, when engaged in towing another vessel in distress or other b )   She shall take all possible measures to indicate the nature of the relationship between the towing vessel and the vessel being towed, in particular by illuminating the towline. What shall a vessel or object being towed do when, from any sufficient cause it is impracticable to exhibit the lights prescribed by the rules ? a )   All possible measures shall be taken to light the vessel or object being towed or at least to indicate the presence of such vessel or object. What shape shall a power-driven vessel being towed exhibit, when the lenght of the tow exceeds 200 metres ?  b )   A diamond. What shape shall a vessel constrained by her draught exhibit ? c )   A black cylinder. What shapes shall a fishing vessel other than trawling exhibit, when there is outlying gear extending more than 150 metres horizontally ? c )   2 cones with their apexes together and a cone apex upwards in the direction of the gear. What shapes shall a vessel engaged in dredging or underwater operations exhibit, when restricted in her ability to manoeuvre ? b )   2 balls in a vertical line indicating the side on which an obstruction exists, 2 diamonds in a vertical line indicating the side on which another vessel may pass and the shapes of a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre. What shapes shall a vessel not under command exhibit ? a )   2 balls or similar shapes in a vertical line. What signal shall a vessel give, when nearing a bend or an area of a channel or fairway where other vessels may be obscured by an intervening obstruction ? b )   One prolonged blast. What significance shall the light signal "2 flashes" have, if associated with the sound signal ? c )   I am altering my course to port. What sonud signals shall a pilot vessel at anchor give, when engaged on pilotage duty in conditions of restricted visibility ? c )   The signals of a vessel at anchor and in addition 4 short identity blasts. What sound signals shall a pushing vessel and a vessel being pushed ahead give, in conditions of restricted visibility, when twey are rigidly connected in a composite unit underway ? a )   One prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. What sound signals shall a sailing vessel give, in conditions of restricted visibility ? c )   One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. What sound signals shall a vessel aground give in conditions of restricted visibility ? a )   The signals given by a vessel at anchor and, in addition, immediately before and after the rapid ringing of the bell she shall give 3 separate and distinct strokes on the bell. In addition, she may sound an appropriate whistle signal. What sound signals shall a vessel give when engaged in towing or pushing another, in conditions of restricted visibility ? a )   One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. What sound signals shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre give, when carrying out her work, at anchor, in conditions of restricted visibility ? c )   One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. What sound signals shall a vessel towed give, if manned, in conditions of restricted visibility ? b )   One prolonged blast and 3 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. What vessel may be considered as "vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre" ? a )   A vessel engaged in replenishment or transferring persons, provisions or carge while underway. What vessel may be considered as "vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre" ? c )   A vessel engaged in towing operation such as severely restricts the towing vessel and her tow in their ability to deviate from their course. What vessels aground shall not be required to exhibit the lights and shapes of a vessel aground ? c )   Vessels of less than 12 metres in length. What vessels do COLREG rules 1983 apply to ? c )   To all vessels upon the high seas and in all waters connected therewith. When in sight of one another in a narrow channel or fairway, what signal shall the vessel intending to overtake another on starboard side, give ? a )   2 prolonged blasts followed by one short blast. When shall a stand-on vessel take action to avoid collision by her manoeuvre alone ? c )   When, from any cause, the vessel finds herself so close that collision cannot be avoided by the action of the give-way vessel alone, she shall take such action as will best aid to avoid collision. When shall a vessel be deemed to be overtaking any other ? a )   When coming up with another vessel from a direction more than 22.5 degrees aft her beam so that at night she would be able to see only the sternlight of that vessel. When shall sound signals be given, in conditions of restricted visibility ? a )   In or near an area of restricted visibility. When shall the rules concerning "lights and shapes" complied with ? b )   In all weathers. When shall the sound signals for manoeuvring be given ?  b )   When vessels are in sight of one another. When shall vessels of less than 7 metres in length not be required to exhibit the lights of a vessel at anchor ? a )   When at anchor, but not in a narrow channel, fairway or anchorage, or where other vessels normally navigate. When shall vessels of less than 7 metres in length not be required to exibit the shapes of a vessel at anchor ? b )   When at anchor but not in a narrow channel, fairway or anchorage, or where other vessel normally navigate. Where shall the shape of the power-driven vessel underway be placed, when the length of the tow exceeds 200 metres ?  b )   Where it can best be seen. Which are the factors taken into accouunt in determinating the "safe speed" ? c )   The visibility, the traffic density, the manoeuvrability of the vessel at night, the presence of background light, the state of wind and sea, the vessel's draught. Which is the alarm signal in radiotelegraphy ? b )   12 long dashes for 14 seconds, separated by an interval of one second. Which is the best manoeuvre to allow more time to asset the situation, when a collision must be avoided ? a )   Slackening her speed or taking all way off by stopping or reversing her means of propulsion. Which statement in TRUE, according to the Rules? b )   A vessel engaged in fishing while underway shall, so far as possible, keep out of the way of a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver Which vessel is to keep out of the way of the others? c )   A vessel engaged in trawling Which vessel shall avoid impeding the safe passage of a vessel constrained by her draft? b )   A fishing vessel Which vessel would NOT sound a fog signal of one prolonged and two short blasts? c )   A vessel being towed Which vessel's way shall a sailing vessel underway keep out of ? c )   Vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre. Which vessel's way shall a vessel constrained by her draught keep out of ? b )   Vessels not under command. Which vessel's way shall a vessel constrained by her draught keep out of ? a )   Vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre. Which vessel's way shall, so far as possible a vessel engaged in fishing, when underway, keep out of ?  c )   Vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre. You are approaching another vessel and will pass starboard to starboard without danger if no course changes are made. You should b )   hold course and sound no whistle signal You are in charge of a 250-meter freight vessel constrained by her draft proceeding down a narrow channel. There is a vessel engaged in fishing on your starboard bow half a mile away. According to Rule 9, which statement is TRUE? b )   If you are in doubt as to the fishing vessel`s intentions you may sound at least five short and rapid blasts on the whistle. You are in sight of another vessel in a crossing situation, and the other vessel sounds one short blast. You are going to hold course and speed. You should  c )   sound no whistle signal You are operating a vessel in a narrow channel.Your vessel must stay within the channel to be navigated safely. Another vessel is crossing your course from starboard to port,and you are in doubt as to his intentions. According to Rule 9,  a )   may sound the danger signal You are underway in a norrow channel, and you are being overtaken by a vessel astern. After the overtaking vessel sounds the proper signal indicating his intention to pass your vessel on your starboard side, you signal your agreement    b )   one prolonged, one short, one prolonged, and one short blast You are underway in fog and hear a fog signal consisting of one prolonged and two short blasts, It could be any of the following EXCEPT a vessel    c )   being towed You intend to overtake a vessel in a narrow channel, and you intend to pass along the vessel`s port side. How should you signal your intention?  b )   Two prolonged followed by two short blasts ) Your vessel is crossing a narrow channel. A vessel to port is within the channel and crossing your course. She is showing a black cylinder. You should   b )   not impede the other vessel ”Which statement applies to a vessel” “constrained by her draft”? b )   She is severely restricted in her ability to change her course because of her draft in relation to the available depth and width of navigable water ”Which statement is TRUE concerning a vessel” “constrained by her draft”?  c )   She must be a power-driven vessel ”Which vessel is NOT” “restricted in her ability to maneuver”?   b )   A vessel constrained by her draft "Vessel "A"is overtaking vessel "B" on open waters and will pass without changing course. Vessel "A"   c )   will not sound any whistle signals "Vessel" "A" is overtaking vessel" "B" on open waters as shown, and will pass without changing course. Vessel "A"   a )   need not sound any whistle signals A light used to signal passing intentions must be an   c )   all-round white light only  A power-driven vessel leaving a quay or wharf must sound what signal?  c )   No signal is required. A sailing vessel is overtaking a power-driven vessel in a narrow channel, so as to pass on the power-driven vessel`s port side. The overtaken vessel will have to more to facilitate passage. The sailing vessel is the    c )   give-way vessel and would sound two prolonged blasts followed by two short blasts  A signal of one prolonged, one short, one prolonged, and one short blast, in that order is given by a vessel    c )   being overtaken in a narrow channel A vessel sounds one short blast. This signal indicates the vessel  c )   is altering course to starboard A vessel sounds two short blasts. This signal indicates the vessel  c )   is altering course to port A vessel which detects by radar alone the presence of another vessel shall determine if a close-quarters situation is developing and/or risk of collision exists. If so, she shall take avoiding actions in ample time; however, if such action consists o   c )   An alteration of course towards a vessel or abaft the beam.  A whistle signal of one prolonged,one short,one prolonged and one short blast,is sounded by a vessel  c )   being overtaken in a narrow channel Are the vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre when engaged in an operation for the laying, servicing or picking up of a submarine cable exempted from complying with provisions of the rule regarding navigation in traffic separation schemes b )   They are exempted from complying with this rule to the extend necessary to carry out the operation. At what speed shall a vessel navigate in conditions of restricted visibility ? c )   At a safe speed adapted to the prevailing circumstances and conditions of restricted visibility. How do COLREG rules interfere with the lights and signals for ships of war, vessels proceeding in convoy and fishing vessels engaged in fishing as a fleet ? a )   The Government of any state may issue special rules with respect to the number of station lights or signal lights but these shall, so far as possible, be such that they cannot be mistaken for the lights or signals authorized under COLREG rules. How shall 2 sailing vessels manoeuvre, when they are approaching one another so as to involve risk of collision and both have the wind on the same side b )   The vessel which is to windward shall keep out of the way of the vessel which is to leeward. How shall a vessel navigate in areas near the terminations of traffic separation schemes? c )   The vessel shall do so with particular caution. How shall a vessel navigate within a traffic separation scheme ? c )   The vessel shall navigate in the appropriate traffic lane in the general direction of traffic flow for that lane and, so far as practicable, keep clear of a traffic separation line or separation zone. How shall radar equipment be used if fitted aboard ? c )   Proper use shall be made of radar equipment, including long-range scanning to obtain early warning of risk of collision and radar plotting or equivalent systematic observation of detected objects. How shall the balls of vessels engaged in mineclearance operations be exhibited ? c )   One at the foremasthead and one at each end of the fore yard. If alteration of course alone is sufficient to avoid collision, how shall it be done ? a )   The manoeuvre shall be made in good time, be substantial and it does not result another close-quarts situation. If whistles are fitted on the vessel at a distance apart of more than 100 metres, which of them shall be used for giving manoeuvring and warning signals ? a )   One of them. In a narrow channel, a signal of intent which must be answered by the other vessel, is sounded by a vessel    c )   overtaking another In a narrow channel, a vessel trying to overtake another on the other vessel`s port side, would sound a whistle signal of   c )   two prolonged blasts followed by two short blasts In which case would an overtaking vessel sound a whistle signal of two prolonged followed by one short blast?  b )   When overtaking in a narrow channel May the bell or the gong, or both be replaced by other equipment having the same sound characteristics ?    c )   Both of them may be replaced, provided that manual sounding shall always be possible. On open water two vessels are in an overtaking.The overtaking vessel has just sounded one short blast on the whistle. What is the meaning of this whistle signal? c )   "I am changing course to starboard." On open water, a power-driven vessel coming up dead astern of another vessel and altering her course to starboard so as to pass on the starboard side of the vessel ahead would sound b )   one short blast Two power-driven vessels are meeting. A two blast whistle signal by either vessel means c )   "I am altering course to port  Two prolonged blasts followed by one short blast on the whistle is a signal which would be sounded by a vessel     a )   overtaking another in a narrow channel Under what circumstances would an overtaking vessel sound a whistle signal of two prolonged followed by one short blast? b )   When overtaking in a narrow channel What additional lights shall a trawler engaged in fishing exhibit when shooting her nets and fishing in close proximity to other vessel engaged in fishing ? b )   2 all-round white lights in a vertical line. What additional sound signal shall a vessel at anchor give, in conditions of restricted visibility to give warning of her position and of the possibility of collision to an approaching vessel ? a )   Signal on the whistle : one short blast followed by one prolonged blast and then one short blast.  What does the term "all round light" mean ?   a )   A light showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 360 degrees. What does the term "prolonged" mean ?  a )   A blast of from 4 to 6 seconds' duration. What does the term "sailing vesel" mean ?  c )   Any vessel under sail provided that propelling machinery, if fitted, is not being used. What does the term "vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre" mean ? a )   A vessel which from the nature of her work is restricted in her ability to manoeuvre as required by the rules and is therefore unable to keep out of the way of another vessel. What does the term "vessel's length" mean ?  b )   Vessel's length overall. What does the term ' masthead light' mean ?  c )   Any white light placed over the fore and aft centreline of the vessel showing an unbroken light over an arc of the horizon of 225 degrees and so fixed as to show the light from right ahead to 22.5 degrees abaft the beam on either side of the vessel What does the word "whistle" mean, aboard ? b )   Any sound signalling appliance capable of producing the blasts prescribed by the rules. What is the duration of one flash, when using the manoeuvring light signal ? a )   About one second. What light signals may suppliment the sound signals given by a vessel which fails to understand the intentions of another or is in doubt whether sufficient action is being taken by the other to avoid collision ?  b )   A light signal of at least 5 short and rapid flashes. What lights shall a fishing vessel other than trawling exhibit, when making way through the water? c )   Sidelights, a sternlight, 2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being red and the lower white. What lights shall a power-driven vessel exhibit when pushing ahead or towing alongside, this not being the case of a composite unit ? a )   2 masthead lights forward in a vertical line, sidelights, a sternlight. What lights shall a power-driven vessel exhibit, when engaged in towing operations and restricted in her ability to deviate from her course ? b )   The lights of a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre engaged in towing operations. What lights shall a power-driven vessel of more than 50 metres in length exhibit, when towing and the length of the tow is less than 50 metres ? a )   Instead of the masthead lights forward and aft, 2 masthead lights in a vertical line, sidelights, a stern light and a towing light. What lights shall a sailing vessel underway exhibit, when her length is less than 7 metres ? a )   She shall have ready at hand an electric torch or lighted lantern showing a white light which shall be exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision. What lights shall a vessel at anchor exhibit, when her length exceeds 50 metres ? c )   An all-round white light in the fore part and another all-round white light at or near the stern, but at a lower level than the light in the fore part. What lights shall a vessel at anchor exhibit, when less than 50 metres in length ? b )   Instead of the lights of a vessel at anchor, an all-round white light where it can best be seen. What lights shall a vessel being pushed ahead exhibit, this not being the case of a composite unit ? a )   She shall exhibit the sidelights at the forward end. What lights shall a vessel being towed alongside exhibit ? b )   A sternlight and sidelights at the forward end. What lights shall a vessel constrained by her draught exhibit ? b )   The lights prescribed for power-driven vessels underway and 3 additional all-round red lights in a vertical line. What lights shall a vessel engaged in fishing, other than trawling exhibit, when there is outlying gear extending more than 150 metres horizontally and is making way through the water ? a )   Sidelights, a sternlight, 2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being red and the lower white, an all-round white light in the direction of the gear. What lights shall a vessel engaged on pilotage duty exhibit, when underway ? b )   Sidelights, a sternlight, 2 all-round lights in a vertical line, the upper being white and the lower red. What lights shall a vessel not under command exhibit, when making way through the water ? a )   Two red lights in a vertical line, sidelights and a sternlight. What lights shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre exhibit, when making way through the water ? c )   Sidelights, a sternlight, a masthead light and 3 lights in a vertical line, the lowest and the highest being red and the middle one white. What lights shall an air-cushion vessel exhibit, when operating in non-displacement mode ? c )   The same lights as a power-driven vessel underway and an additional all-round flashing yellow light. What lights shall an inconspicuous, partly submerged vessel or object less than 25 metres in breadth exhibit, when being towed ? c )   An all-round white light at the forward end and one at the after end. What may the sound signals given on the whistle be supplemented by, to indicate the manoeuvre being carried out ?  a )   By ligth signals. What means shall a vessel use to determine if risk of collision exists ? a )   Every vessel shall use all available means appropriate to the prevailing circumstances aand conditions to determine if risk of collision exists. What range shall the mastlight be visible at, for vessels less than 12m in length ? b )   2 nautical miles. What range shall the sidelights be visible at, for vessels of 12 metres or more in length, but less than 50 metres ?   b )   2 nautical miles. What range shall the sternlight be visible at, for vessels between 12 and 50 metres in length ? b )   2 nautical miles. What range shall the towing light be visible at, for vessels less than 12 metres in length ? c )   2 nautical miles. What range shall the white, red, green or yellow all round light be visible at, for vessels of 50 metres or more in length ?   a )   3 nautical miles. What range shall the white, red, green or yellow all round light be visible at, for vessels of l2-50 metres in length ? b )   2 nautical miles. What safety precautions shall a seaplane on the water take ?  a )   She shall keep well clear of all vessels and avoid impeding their navigation. What shape shall a power-driven vessel underway exhibit, when the length of the tow exceeds 200 metres ?  a )   A diamond. What shapes shall a power-driven vessel exhibit, when engaged in towing operations and restricted in her ability to deviate from her course ? c )   The shapes of a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and the shapes prescribed for vessels engaged in towing operatins. What shapes shall a vessel at anchor exhibit ?  a )   One ball in the fore part. What shapes shall a vessel engaged in dredging or underwater operations exhibit, when restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and at anchor ? a )   Instead of the shapes of a vessel at anchor, the shapes of a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre engaged in dredging operations. What shapes shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre exhibit, when at anchor ? a )   One ball in the fore part and 3 shapes in a vertical line, where they can best be seen, the highest and the lowest of these shapes being balls and the middle one a diamond. What shapes shall an inconspicuous, partly submerged object or vessel exhibit by day, when being towed and the length of the tow exceeds 200 metres ? c )   A diamond at or near the aftermost extremity and an additional one where it can best be seen and located as far forward as practicable. What signals shall a vessel give, when indicating her agreement to be overtaken ? b )   One prolonged, one short, one prolonged and one short blast ( International Code, letter "C" ). What sound signal shall a vessel not under command give, in conditions of restricted visibility ? a )   One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. What sound signal shall a vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre give, in conditions of restricted visibility ? c )   One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. What sound signal shall a vessel underway but stopped and making no way through the water give, in conditions of restricted visibility ? b )   At intervals of not more than 2 minutes 2 prolonged blasts in succession with an interval of about 2 seconds between them. What sound signals shall a fishing vessel at anchor give, in conditions of restricted visibility ? b )   One prolonged blast followed by 2 short blasts at intervals of not more than 2 minutes. What sound signals shall a pilot vessel give in conditions of restricted visibility, when underway and engaged on pilotage duty ? a )   One prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes and in addition an identity signal consisting of 4 short blasts. What sound signals shall a vessel at anchor give, if her lenght is less than 100 metres, in conditions of restricted visibility ? a )   Rapid blasts on the bell for about 5 seconds, at intervals of not more than one minute. What vessel may be considered as "vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre" ? a )   A vessel engaged in laying or picking up a submarine cable or pipeline. What vessel may be considered as "vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre" ? c )   A vessel engaged in mine clearance operations. What vessel may be considered as "vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre" ? b )   A vessel engaged in laying, picking up or servicing a navigation mark. What whistle signal, if any, would be sounded when two vessels are meeting, but will pass clear starboard to starboard? c )   No signal is required When are 2 vessels deemed to be in sight of one another ? b )   When only one can be observed visually from the other. When is it permitted to make a departure from the COLREG rules ? b )   When there is a danger of navigation, risk of collision as well as in all special circumstances. When moving from a berth alongside a quay (wharf), a vessel must sound c )   No signal is required When shall a vessel engaged in fishing exhibit the prescribed lights and shapes ? b )   While underway and at anchor. When shall a vessel enter a separation zone or cross a separation line ? b )   In cases of emergency, to avoid immediate danger or to engage in fishing within a separation zone. When shall a vessel proceed at "safe speed" ?     b )   At all times.  When shall it be deemed that a risk of collision exists ? b )   When the compass bearing of an approaching vessel does not appreciably change. When shall the lights prescribed by these rules be also exhibited ? a )   From sunrise to sunset, restricted visibility and in all other circumstances when it is deemed necessary. When shall the rules concerning shapes be complied with ?  b )   By day. When shall the vessel be deemed to have reciprocal courses ?  a )   When the vessel sees the other ahead and by night she could see the masthead lights of the other in a line and/or both sidelights and, by day, she observes the corresponding aspect of the other vessel. When two vessels are in sight of one another and NOT in or near an area of restricted visibility, any of the following signals may be given EXCEPT c )   four short whistle blasts When two vessels are in sight of one another, all of the following signals may be given EXCEPT b )   four short whistle blasts When vessels are in sight of one another, two short blasts from one of the vessels means b )   "I am altering my course to port"   Where shall a sailing vessel underway carry the lantern, when her length is less than 20 metres ? b )   At the top of the mast where it can best be seen. Where shall the red lights of the vessels not under command be placed ? c )   Where they can best be seen. Where shall the shapes and lights of the vessels aground be exhibited ? c )   Where they can best be seen. Which is the action by stand-on vessel ? a )   The vessel shall keep her course and speed. Which is the sound signal to indicate the manoeuvre "I am altering my course to port" ? b )   2 short blasts. Which is the sound signal to indicate the manoeuvre "I am operating astern propulsion" ? c )   3 short blasts. Which signal is sounded ONLY by a vessel in sight of another and NOT in or near an area of restricted visibility? c )   One short blast on the whistle Which signal is sounded ONLY by a vessel in sight of another?  a )   One short blast on the whistle Which signal is sounded ONLY when vessels are NOT in sight of each other?  b )   Four short blasts on the whistle Which vessel's way shall a power-driven vessel keep out of ?  b )   Vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre. Which vessel's way shall a power-driven vessel underway keep out of ? c )   Vessels engaged in fishing. Which vessel's way shall a power-driven vessel underway keep out of ? a )   Sailing vessels. Which vessel's way shall, so far as possible, a vessel engaged in fishing, when underway, keep out of ? b )   Vessels not under command. While underway and in sight of another vessel, you put your engines full speed astern. Which statement concerning whistle signals is TRUE? a )   You must sound three short blasts on the whistle You are approaching another vessel and will pass safely starboard to starboard without changing course. You should   a )   hold course and sound no whistle signal You are underway in a narrow channel, and you are being overtaken by a vessel astern. After the overtaking vessel sounds the proper signal indicating his intention to pass your vessel on your starboard side, you signal your agreement b c )   one prolonged, one short, one prolonged, and one short blast in that order You are underway on the high seas in restricted visibility. You hear a fog signal of one prolonged and two short blasts. It could be any of the following EXCEPT a vessel   c )   being towed You intend to overtake a vessel in a narrow channel, and you intend to pass along the vessel`s port side. How should you signal your intention? c )   two prolonged followed by two short blasts Your vessel is backing out of a slip in a harbor and you can see that other vessels are approaching. You should sound   a )   three short blasts when leaving the slip Your vessel is backing out of a slip in a harbor. Visibility is restricted. You should sound  one prolonged blast only At what intervals is the "gun or other explosive signal" fired ? a )   At about one minute. How shall a vessel cross the traffic lanes when is obliged to do so ? c )   As nearly as practicable at right angles to the direction of traffic flow. How shall a vessel engaged in fishing conduct in a narrow channel or fairway ? a )   The vessel shall not impede the passage of any other vessel navigating within a narrow channel or fairway. How shall a vessel join or leave a traffic separation scheme ? b )   Normally join or leave traffic lane at the termination of the lane, but, when joining or leaving from either side shall do so at as small angle to the general direction of traffic flow as possible. How shall a vessel less than 20 m in length or a sailing vessel proceed along a narrow fairway ? c )   The vessel shall not impede the passage of a vessel which can safely navigate only within a narrow fairway or channel. How shall a vessel navigate along a narrow channel or fairway ? b )   As near to the outer limit of the channel or fairway which lies on her starboard side as is safe and practicable. How shall the distress signals be used ?  b )   Distress signals are used either together or separately at short intervals of about one minute. Is anchoring permitted in the traffic separation schemes ? a )   A vessel shall so far as practicable avoid anchoring in a traffic separation scheme or in areas near its terminations. Shall inshore traffic zones be used for the inshore traffic ? a )   Normally, they shall not be used for through traffic, except for vessels of less than 20m in length and sailing vessels. What additional signals shall a pilot vessel give, when engaged on pilotage duty, in conditions of restricted visibility in order to be identified ? b )   4 short blasts on the whistle. What does the term "distress signals" mean ?  b )   The signals given by a vessel in distress and in need of assistance. What is the significance of a continuous sounding with any fog-signalling apparatus ? b )   A distress signal. What safety precautions shall a vessel nearing a bend of a narrow channel or fairway take ? c )   To sound one long blast and navigate with particular alertness and caution. What shall the traffic separation schemes rule apply to ? a )   To traffic separation schemes adopted by the organisation. What signal do the shells or rockets throwing red stars indicate, when fired at short intervals ? c )   A distress signal. What signal does "flames on the vessel from a burning tar or oil barrel" indicate ? b )   A distress signal. What signal does "the smoke signal giving off orange-coloured smoke" indicate ? b )   A distress signal. What signals shall a vessel give to attract attention of another ? b )   Light or sound signals that cannot be mistaken for other signals or to direct the beam of her searchlight in the direction of the danger. What sound signals may a vessel navigating within a channel use, when in doubt to the intention of a crossing vessel ? b )   5 short and rapid blasts on the whistle. Which is the distress signal given by arms ? c )   Slowly and repeatedly raising and lowering arms outstretched to each side. Which is the distress signal in radiotelegraphy ?  a )   3 dots, 3 dashes, 3 dots ( S.O.S. ) in the Morse Code. Which is the distress signal in radiotelephony ?b )   The word MAYDAY repeated. Which is the distress signal in the international code of signals ? a )   "N.C." Which signal may be considered a distress signal ? a )   A square flag having above or below it a ball or a similar object. Which signal may be considered as a distress signal ? a )   Shells or hand flares showing a red light.                                              MANEVRA A ship turns around a point called the "pivot point". What is the position of this point when the ship is going astern? c )   At about 1/4 of ship's length from the stern. A ship turns around a point called the 'pivot point". What is the position of this point when the ship is stopped in the water?  a )   At the ship's centre of gravity. A ship turns around a point called the 'pivot point". What is the usual position of this point when the ship is at full sea speed? c )   At about 1/4 of the ship's length from the bow. Does a ship's trim influence her steering abilities?   c )   Yes, a ship usually steers better if trimmed by the stern. How is bank effect felt by a vessel?  a )   The vessel's bow is pushed away from the nearest bank. How is shallow water effect felt by a vessel?   c )   The vessel becomes sluggish in responding to the rudder. How should you minimize squat effect?  a )   Decrease the speed. In a narrow canal, a ship proceeding at half speed ahead swings towards the port bank of the channel. As the bow approaches the bank, it would initially a )   be rejected away from the bank by the pressure In relation to squat effect, which of the following statements is incorrect? d)   Squat results in a decrease in ship's draft. In ship handling terms, what is meant by "sinkage"? b )   Sinkage is the change of draft experienced when moving through water. In ship handling terms, which of these overtaking situations is the most dangerous? d )   A large vessel overtaking a small vessel with little difference in speed between the two vessels. In the diagram of a ship's turning circle, what is point C known as? a )   Pivot Point In the diagram of a ship's turning circle, what is the distance A known as? a )   Advance In the diagram of a ship's turning circle, what is the distance B known as? a )   Tactical Diameter In the diagram, B represents the start of a turning circle of a power driven ship in deep water with 20 degrees starboard rudder. If the ship was in shallow water, the turning circle with the same rudder angle would be...    a )   A In which direction will the bow of a vessel move, with a single fixed pitch right-handed propeller which is turning astern?   b )   To starboard. In which of these vessel types is "sinkage" likely to be most pronounced?  c )   A vessel with a high block coefficient. In which of these vessel types is "squat" likely to be most pronounced?  d )   A vessel with a high block coefficient. Over what length of time should a diesel powered vessel be slowed down from full sea-speed to manoeuvring speed?   c )   1 hour. Overshoot is an expression used when talking about a ship's steering ability. What does this mean? b )   It is the way a ship continues to turn after counter-rudder is applied. The position of the pivot point when making sternway is approximately.... a )   one quarter of the length of the ship from the stern What is "ship squat"? a )   The sinkage and change of trim caused when the ship is proceeding with a small underkeel clearance What is most noticeable about a ship with good course keeping stability? d )   When you put the rudder amidships, she will quickly return to a straight course. What will be the stopping distance of your ship when proceeding at 8 knots and reversing to full astern? d )   Check the information posted on the bridge. What would you say about a ship which is course unstable? b )   When you apply rudder, she will continue to turn long after the rudder is returned to amidships. When operating with conventional screw tugs, what is the function of the "Gob" or "Gog" rope? a )   To reduce the chance of "girting" Who is responsible for the numbers and use of tugs during mooring? c )   The master. You are going to leave a crowded anchorage by making a 180 degrees turn. You ship has a right handed propeller and you can turn either way. How can you make the turn using as little space as possible?  c )   Rudder hard to port, full astern. After you gain some sternway, rudder hard to starboard and full ahead. You are meeting another ship in confined waters. What can happen as the ships approach each other? a )   Initially the bows of the ships will be pushed away from each other. You are performing an overtaking manoeuvre in confined waters. What should you watch out for? a )   The bow may be pulled towards and the stern may be pushed away from the other ship as you pass. You are transiting a narrow channel. What can happen in this situation?  c )   The bow could be pushed away from the bank. You want to stop your ship as quickly as possible without too much change in the heading. What can you do to achieve this? d )   Use the rudder hard over both sides while reducing engine speed. Your engine is going astern and you gather sternway. The rudder is amidships and you are operating on a single, right-handed fixed screw. How will your ship react? b )   You will change heading to starboard. Your ship is equipped with a right handed propeller. As you go full astern from full ahead, the ship is sheering to starboard. Is there anything you can do to reduce the change in heading? d )   Put the rudder hard to starboard. Your ship is equipped with a single right-handed fixed propeller. While steaming full ahead you reverse the engine to stop the ship. How will the ship react? c )   You will sheer to starboard and gradually lose headway. Your ship is making sternway of about 1.5 knots, with rudder hard to starboard. Will this rudder position have any effect on the ship's behaviour? Choose the most complete answer. d )   Yes, it will give the stern a lift force to starboard. Your ship is on a course of 240° True. A person has fallen overboard on the port side and, after letting go smoke and light floats, in order to carry out a Williamson Turn would you..... a )   go hard to port until you are heading 180° True, then hard to starboard until you are on 060° True. "Overshoot" is an expression we use when talking about a ship's steering ability. What is the best way to determine how the "overshoot" is on your ship? a )   Do a 20/20 degrees zig-zag manoeuvre. "Overshoot" is an expression we use when talking about a ship's steering ability. What is the definition of this expression?  a )   It is how many degrees a ship continues to turn after you apply counter-rudder. A balanced rudder has some of the rudder area forward of the rudder axis. About how much area should this be to call it a balanced rudder? d )   It should be about 20%. A combined vessel (wet/dry) is equipped with 2 Gantry Cranes and certified to carry HC petroleum products. Crane No.1 is dedicated for hose handling and crane No.2 has all functions interlocked when in "Wet cargo Mode". The vessel is at anchor having c )   Crane No.1 A pilot ladder shall, to prevent twisting, be fitted with "battens". The lowest batten shall be the 5th step from the lower end of the pilot ladder. At what intervals should there be further battens upwards on the pilot ladder?  a )   At intervals not exceeding 9 steps Are mooring boats required for vessels transitting the Suez Canal? d )   Ships can use their own boats if they cannot safely lift hired boats, but boat crews must be hired from shore At what latest time shall doors, sidescuttles, gangway doors, cargo-and coaling ports and other openings which are to be kept closed watertight at sea be closed at the start of the voyage? c )   Before leaving the port Cargo Gear/Cranes should at regular intervals be thoroughly examined and load tested by a recognised company/yard. How often should such examination/load test take place? c )   Every 5th year Consider the situation sketched below. How will you distribute the power of the tugs when you want to move the ship sideways without any yaw? (pivot point spre prova) c )   Full power on the forward tug, reduce on the aft tug while checking the gyro Consider the situation sketched below. How will you distribute the power of the tugs when you want to move the ship sideways without any yaw? (pivot point pupa) a )   Full power on the aft tug, reduce on the forward while checking the gyro Consider the situation sketched below. How will you distribute the power of the tugs when you want to move the ship sideways without any yaw?(pivot point centru) a )   Equal power on both tugs while checking the gyro Consider the situation sketched below. What can happen if the tugmaster is not careful? d )   The tug may be turned across your bow with the danger of being turned over Do you think a ship's trim has any influence on steering abilities? d )   Yes, the ship usually steer better if trimmed by the stern. Do you think there is any reduction in the rudder lift force if the propeller is stopped? d )   Yes, the lift force will be dramatically reduced During mooring operations; which is the safe position to be in? d )   Outside the coloured zone For which type of vessel is sinkage most pronounced? c )   High block coefficient vessel For which type of vessel is squatting most pronounced? d )Vessel with a high block coefficient If making a new pilot ladder onboard, which of the following ropes would you use in its construction as side ropes on which the steps are fastened? c )   Uncovered manila rope If you are to use a newly installed mechanical pilot hoist arrangement to pick up a pilot: d )   It is necessary to have a pilot ladder rigged and reaching from deck to the waterline, next to the pilot hoist M-When Sen. Deck Off. Of both vessels involved have decided which will be the last lines to be let go whilst unmooring, these lines should be made fast as follows on the ship accepting the lines. a )   By turning up the rope on the bitts, fig.1 Please name correctly the most common rudders as shown below? UNBALANCED, BALANCED, SEMI-BALANCED, UNDERHUNG BALANCED c )   NO. 1,2,3 and 4 Rigging of the Pilot Ladder and embarkation/disembarkation of a pilot shall be supervised by: d )   A responsible Officer Searchlights must be provided for night navigation in the Suez Canal. Which of the listed requirements are correct?  d )   Vessels with bulbous bow, LPG-and LNG-vessels must provide their own projector The maximum height that a pilot should be required to climb on a pilot ladder before reaching the deck or stepping onto an accommodation ladder is: d )   9 mtrs The maximum rudder angle on your ship is 35 degrees. Do you think this is the angle that the rudder is most effective? a )   No, the most effective rudder angle is about 25 to 30 degrees. This is because the rudder is "stalling" at 35 degrees angle The rudder is hard over, full ahead in shallow water.How much lift force remains when the engine is stopped? c )   About 10% The rudder is in hard over position, propeller stopped. The ship is turning slowly. What can we do to make her turn faster without increasing forward speed? c )   Give a kick ahead. The vessel will anchor with Pilot onboard. You are the duty officer on bridge. What isyour main duty? d )   Check the position only The vessel`s cranes are marked: "SWL 29,5 tons x 22 M/R (including lifting beam weight 1,5 tons)". You are going to lift onboard a 28 tons load being placed on the berth. What will be the maximum distance from C/L of crane to the load you are going t d )   22m Vessel will leave anchorage. You will heave up the anchor. How and to whom will you report the status of the anchor? c )   To the master according to his instructions What does this crane signal indicate? (dreapta sus, stanga la stomac)  c )   Raise the boom, lower the load What does this crane signal indicate?(dreapta sus) a )   Raise the boom What is meant when a vessel is said to have sinkage?  c )   Sinkage is the change in draft a vessel obtains when moving through the water What is most pronounced about a ship with good course stability? a )   When you put rudder amidships, she will continue a straight course. What is the correct definition of:-lee side? a )   The side from the wind What is the correct definition of:-let go? a )   Cast off the rope What is the correct way in approaching the SPM, taking the prevailing wind, current and waves into consideration?  c )   As in example 2 What is the strain on each of the two slings? a )   1) 5tons 2) 5tons What kind of safety equipment must be worn during anchoring? )   All of the mentioned equipment What shape of hull does a course-stable ship usually have? a )   A ship with a long, slim hull What shape of hull would you say a course unstable ship would have? a )   A ship with a lenght to beam ratio greater than 5.5 What will the stopping distance of your ship be when proceeding with 8 knots and reversing to full astern? d )   The sea-trial tests may tell me, or else I can do a test myself to find aut What would you say about a ship which is course unstable?  a )   When you apply rudder, she will continue to turn when the rudder is put amidship, and may even increase rate of turn When a bulwark ladder is used for the pilot to step down onto the deck, such ladder shall have two stanchions provided, which are at least 40 mm in dia, between 70 and 80 cms apart, and least 1.2 mtrs higher than the bulwark. Such stachions shall be   d )   At the deck level and near the bulwark top level When is the master required to be on the bridge during transit of the Suez Canal? a )   The master or this qualified representative must be on the bridge at all times When should gangway nets be rigged? c )   Whenever the gangway is rigged Where is the rudder axis located on an unbalanced rudder?  c )   Just in forepart of the rudder square (figure 3). Which of the alternative methods of using a tug when escorting your ship through narrow waters do you think is the most effective in case you loose steering power? d )   The tug`s bow against my stern, made fast with lines. By moving the tug to either side of my stern, this will help to steer the ship (figure 4) Which one of the following types of rope is the most dangerous to work with? c )   Nylon Who is authorized to prescribe use of locomotives and canal deck-hands during transit of the Panama Canal?  a )   The Canal authorities Who is responsible for the number and use of tugs during mooring? a )   The Master You are in a 360 degrees turn with engine full ahead. If you reduce speed during the turn, do you think there will be a change in turning diameter?  c )   Yes, the turning diameter will increase if I reduce speed You have made a turning circle at full speed in deep water. You are now going to make one with initial speed, slow ahead. Do you think the diameter will differ from that of initial full ahead? c )   The diameter will be the same whatever initial speed we have when starting the turn You have made a turning test on full speed in deep water. You are now going to make a test in shallow water. Do you think the turning diameter will be the same? a )   No, the turning diameter will be increased in shallow water Your crane is designed for Grab Service with a hoisting load of 16 tons including grab weight. Grab weight: 8 tons, Grab cubic: 10m3. You are going to discharge a cargo of dry minerals having a stowage factor of 0,7-0,8 t/m3. What will be the maximum  a )   8 tons Your engine is going astern and you pick up sternway. The rudder is midships, and you are operating on a single, right-handed fixed screw. How will your ship react? a )   She will most likely change heading to starboard Your ship is equipped with 2 different types of grabs,small and large, with cubic capacities of 5m3 and 10m3 respectively. Maximum crane load for grab service is 16 tons including grab weight. You are going to discharge a dry commodity having a stowa a )   Small Your ship is equipped with a right-handed propeller. As you go full astern from full ahead, the ship is sheering to starboard. Is there anything you can do to reduce the change in heading? a )   Put the rudder hard to starboard to reduce the water flow to the right side of the propeller Your ship is equipped with a single, right-handed fixed screw. Steaming full ahead you reverse the engine to stop the ship. How will the ship react? No wind or current. a )   She will most likely sheer to starboard and gradually loose headway Your vessel is moving in Panama Canal waters. When must a regular engineer be on watch in the engine room?a )   At all times Your vessel is moving in Panama Canal waters. When must the chief engineer remain on duty in the engine room? c )   When approaching or passing locks  Your vessel is moving in Panama Canal waters. When must the master be on the bridge? c )   When entering or leaving a lock, passing through Gaillard cut, berthing&unberthing, anchoring or heaving anchor Your vessel is moving in Panama Canal waters. When must the master or his qualified representative be on the bridge?  d )   At all times A 6-men inflatable liferaft shall be carried as far forward as is reasonable and practicable. Where is the best stowing position? a )   Under the forecastle A lifejacket should be provided with: c )   A whistle and a light A person wearing lifejacket or immersion suit, shall be able to turn from a face-down to a face-up position in not more than: d )   5 seconds A ship is fitted with david launched liferafts. How often should onboard training take place, including, when practicable, the inflation and lowering of a liferaft? c )   Every four months All designated SAR aircraft and civil aircraft carry equipment operating on the international aeronautical distress frequencies (amplitude modulation). The aeronautical distress frequencies are ? c )   121,5 MHz and/or 123,1 MHz (civil aviation)  An alarm signal consisting of seven short blast followd by one prolonged blast is sounded by the ship`s whistle and alarm bells. What are you to do? a )   Go to your lifeboat station An enclosed lifeboat is fitted with a self-contained air support system. With the engine running, what is the minimum period of time the air should remain safe and breathable? a )   10 minutes Approaching the shore in a lifeboat you see a person holding a white flag which he moves in a vertical motion. What does this indicate? c )   This is the best place to land By what date must ALL vessels fully comply with GMDSS requirements? c )   1st February 1999 Code signals concerning requests and general information on medical matters normally consist of: a )   Letter M plus two other letters Comunications in radio telephony what is the "URGENCY CALL" which should be used to indicate that you have a very urgent message to transmit concerning the safety of another vessel or person? a )   Pan Pan (3 times) During a helicopter evacuation, the helicopter lowers his winch wire to the deck. Which of the following should NOT be done with the winch wire? a )   All of the mentioned actions During helicopter evacuation of an injured man, what course should the ship steer? c )   As instructed by the helicopter pilot During search and rescue operations an aircraft crosses the wake of your vessel close astern at low altitude. What does it indicate, if the aircraft rocks its wings, opens and closes the throttle or changes the propeller pitch? d )   Your assistance is no longer required Each ship fitted with a VHF radiotelephone installation shall according to the regulations listen on the distress frequency during navigation. Listening shall be:   d )   Continous Every inflatable liferaft, inflatable lifejacket and hydrostatic release units shall be serviced: c )   Every 12 months For how long and at what speed is a fully loaded lifeboat designed to operate in calm weather? a )   6 knots for 24 hours GMDSS regulations require that vessels carry two-way VHF for survival craft. How many are required, and when do the regulations apply? c )   3 sets for ships of 500 GRT and upwards and all passager ships Having boarded the liferaft, how do you release the painter? c )   Cut it with the safety knife stowed on the exterior of the canopy close to the painter attachment point How many "thermal protective aids" are required to be carried on vessels with open lifeboats? d )   One for each person on board who is not provided with an immersion sui How many buoyant smoke signals are carried in each liferaft? d )   2 How many buoyant smoke signals are carried in each liferaft? c )   Doua How many hand held distress flares are carried in each lifeboat? c )   6 How many hand held distress flares are carried in each liferaft? 6 How many MOB (combined light and smoke) signal buoys are placed on board, and where are they located? a )   2 pcs (1 on each bridgewing) How many Radar Transponders (SART) are required to be carried onboard a ship for use in survival crafts? d )   One on each side of the ship How many rescue boats should be provided on passenger ships of 500 gross tons and above? 2 How many rocket parachute flares are carried in each lifeboat? 4 How many rocket parachute flares are carried in each liferaft? 4 How many thermal protective aids are carried in each liferaft?  10%of the number of persons the liferaft is designed to carry, or two, whichever is the greatest How much food per person is supplied in a lifeboat? a )   Not less than 10000kj How much food per person is supplied on a liferaft? d )   Not less than 10000kj How much liferaft capacity should be provided on a conventional cargo ship of more than 85 meters in length, built after July 1986? c )   100% of the complement if it can be readily launched on either side of the ship. If it cannot be readily launched on either side, 100% must be provided on each side How much liferaft capacity should be provided on a conventional cargo ship of more than 85 meters in length? a )   100% of the ships complement on each side How much water per person is provided in a lifeboat not equiped with a desalting apparatus?  d )   3 litre How much water per person is provided in a lifeboat not equiped with a desalting apparatus? 3L How much water would you allow per person as officer in charge of the lifeboat, following an abandon ship operation? a )   Nothing for the first 24 hours, then 1/2 litre per day (more in the tropics) How often are abandon ship drill and fire drill required to be held on passenger ships, according to SOLAS? a )   Weekly How ofter should each lifeboat be lowered into the water and manoeuvred with its operating crew aboard under SOLAS regulations? )   At least every three months How ofter should the lifeboat wire falls be turned and renewed? a )   Turned at intervals of not more than 30 months and renewed every 5 years How should the hook be released from a david lowered liferaft? c )   Just prior to reaching the water, the lanyard should be pulled. This sets the hook which will automatically release once the raft is waterborne How should the painter of a liferaft which is fitted with a hydrostaticrelease be secured to the ship? d )   Secured via a weak link to a secure part of the ship How would you know how many people a lifeboat is supposed to hold? c )   The number of persons should be clearly stated on the outside of the boats bow If requested by a coastal radio station to participate in a rescue operation, what is the most important information you may give? a )   Your position, name, call sign and speed In the international code of signals what does this flag mean?(GALBEN,ALBASTRU,GALBEN) d )   I am manoeuvring with difficulty. Keep clear of me Non distress calls on 2182 KHz and VHF channel 16 should not exceed: a )   One minute On the radio telephony 2182KHz frequency when are the "silence periods"?  a )   For 3 minutes starting on the hour and half hour On what wave band does the search and rescue radar transponder operate? a )   9 GHz On which frequencies do most satellite EPIRB's COSPAS/SARSAT operate ? a )   121.5/406MHz On which frequency are navigational and meteorological messages normally sent on the NAVTEX system? a )   518KHz Passenger ships have a normal requirement of 1 lifejacket per person +10% for children. In addition to this, how many lifejackets have to be provided on deck or at the muster stations? c )   5% extra 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? c )   Monthly Replies from life-saving stations or maritime rescue units to distress signals made. What is the meaning of the signal? d )   You are seen-assistance will be given as soon as possible Romanian merchant-and fishing vessels have to participate in the AMVER system. What is the purpose of AMVER?  a )   Automated mutual vessel rescue system for plotting vessels with the purpose of rescue Signals used by aircraft engaged in search and rescue operations to direct ships towards an aircraft, ship or person in distress. What is the meaning of the signal? c )   The aircraft is directing a vessel towards an aircraft or vessel in distress Signals used by aircraft engaged in search and rescue operations to direct ships towards an aircraft, ship or person in distress. What is the meaning of the signal? a )   The assistance of the vessel is no longer required The distress message is used when the vessel is threatened by a serious and imminent danger and is in need of immediate assistance. What is the telegraphy and telephony distress message like?

a )   SOS 9Telegraphy)/MAYDAY (Telephony)
The portable VHF radio-telephones required to be carried by GMDSS regulations should have which channels as a minimum? Channel 16 and minimum others simplex channel in VHF band The vessel is going through the illustrated turning procedure. What is the name of this turning procedure?(240 grade) a )   Scharnow Turn     la 60 grade -> c )   Williamson Turn 250-direct turn
Under GMDSS rules the trading area A1 can be considered to be: 
c )   Within the radiotelephone coverage of at least one VHF coastal station in which continuos DSC available
Under GMDSS rules the trading area A3 can be considered to be: 
d )   An area, excluding sea areas A1 and A2, whithin the coverage of on INMARSAT geostationary satelitte in which continues allerty is available Under GMDSS which VHF channel is used for Digital Selective Calling (DSC)? c )   Ch.70
What colour flare is used to signal a highly dangerous landing place? a )   Red
What colour flare is used to signal a safe landing for small boats? a )   Green
What does this signal indicate?

 c )   I require assistance









What does this two flag hoist signal indicate?

a )   I am in distress and require assistance

What equipment is provided in a liferaft to help you keep warm in cold weather?
c )   Help insulation, in addition to the thermal protective aids (10% of complement, minimum 2)
What is a "Search and Rescue Region" (SRR)?
c )   An area of defined dimensions within which search and rescue services are provided
What is a hydrostatic release unit?c )   A unit which automatically releases the liferaft/lifeboat at a depth of approx 4 metres
What is the colour of the smoke signal used by life-saving station or rescue units indicating that distress signals are observed in daylight?  d )   Orange
What is the correct definition of:-boat drill? c )   Training in lifeboat handling
What is the meaning of this flag in the International code of signals?

b )   You are running into danger









What is the meaning of this flag signal?

c )   L2330






What is the meaning of this signal performed by an aircraft to survivors on the surface? Procedures performed by an aircraft as illustrated below.

c )   The aircraft wishes to inform or instruct survivors





What is the meaning of this single letter signal?

a )   I am dragging my anchor








What is the minimum number of channels required for the portable two-way VHF`s for survival craft?d )   Channel 16 and minimum others simplex channel in VHF band
What is the minimum number of immersion suits that are required to be provided for each open lifeboat under SOLAS rules? c )   3
What is the minimum number of lifebuoys carried by a cargo vessel of more than 200 metres in length?  c )   14
What is the minimum number of portable two way VHF radio-telephones for use in survival craft, that should be carried onboard vessels which comply with GMDSS regulations > 500 GRT ?
 d )   minim 3 sets
What is the Morse Code Signal Letter used by a vessel in response to an aircraft is request for assistance in a rescue operation? d )   T
What is the name of the IMO publication giving guidance in Search and Rescue operations?
c )   IAMSAR
What is the possible position of a ship in distress called? 

d )   Zero-Point









What is the search pattern system called using more than one ship?

a )   Parallel System








What is the search pattern system called where 1 ship and 1 plane are involved?
c )   Coordinated Crab
What is the search system pattern called using 1 vessel?

d )   Sector System






What is the signal used by a life saving station or rescue unit indicating that distress signals are observed at night time?   a )   3 White star rockets
What signal, if any, is specified in SOLAS as the "Abandon ship" signal?
c )   The "Abandon ship" signal is not specified, only the general emergency alarm signal is stated
What sound signal shall be used on ship`s whistle when man-over-board?
a )   3 long blasts repeatedly
Which letter from the Morse code is used to signal a highly dangerous landing place?a )   S
Which letter from the Morse code is used to signal a safe landing place (sound or light)?c )   K
Which of the following actions should be done before throwing this type of inflatable liferaft over the side? a )   Check that the painter is made fast to a secure point and that the sea below is clear
Which of the following types/sizes of vessels in international trade do not have to be fitted with a radiotelephone station? d )   Cargo ships below 300 tons gross
Which one of the given requirements regarding survival craft muster and embarcation arrangements do not correspond with present regulations? (SOLAS III/10)
 a )   Searchlight to be provided at the launching station
 Which one of the listed requirements regarding lifebuoys do not correspond to present regulations? (SOLAS III/31)  a )   Every lifebuoy shall be constructed of inherently buoyant material or have sifficient air compartment for buoyancy
Which one of the listed requirements regarding the launching and recovery arrangements for rescue boats do not correspond to present regulations? (SOLAS III/16)
a )   The release mechanism shall be of an automatic type approved by the Administration
Which one of the listed requirements regarding the stowage of a survival craft do not correspond with present regulations? (SOLAS III/13.1) Each survival craft shall be stowed:
a.So that neither craft nor stowage arrangement interfere with the general operation of the ship
Which one of the listed requirements regarding the stowage of lifeboats and liferafts do not correspond to present regulations? (SOLAS II/13.3-13.6) 
a )   Liferafts intended for throw-overboard launching shall be stowed midships secured to 
Which one of the listed requirements regarding the stowage of rescue boats do not correspond to present regulations? (SOLAS III/14)
c )   Rescue boats shall be stowed attached to launching appliances
Which one of the listed routine test and inspections of life-saving appliances is not required by the regulations? d )   General emergency alarm to be tested daily
Which radio frequency/channels are reserved for distress, urgensy and safety communication ?
c )   2182 kHz and VHF channel 16
Which signal should you send to show that you have completed your morse code transmission?
c )   Morse signal AR
Which VHF channel should be used for intership navigation safety communications? a )   Ch.13
Who should be informed first when receiving a distress signal from an other ship/vessel?
c )   Coast Earth Station or RCC
You are approaching a port when you see three flashing red lights in a vertical line at the entrance.What does this indicate?
c )   Serious emergency-all vessels to stop or divert according to instructions
You are approaching the shore in a lifeboat when you see a person holding a white flag. He is moving it in a horizontal motion from side to side. What does this indicate?
 d )   Landing here is highly dangerous
You are duty officer on the bridge. A person is reported missing. Which of the following actions are to be considered as the correct manoeuvre in this situation?c )   Scharnow Turn
You are duty officer on the bridge. An eye-witness is reporting man-overboard. Which of the following actions are to be considered as the correct manoeuvre in this situation?
c )   Williamson Turn
You are standing on the bridge and are eye witness to a man falling over board. Which of the following actions are to be considered as the correct manoeuvre in this situation? a )   Direct Turn
You are starting to get low on water in the lifeboat. What should you do? a )   Collect rain water
You have abandoned ship in a liferaft. Which of the following actions should you take?
d )   Organize a lookout system and join up with other survival craft if possible. You should also stream the sea anchor
You have an important navigational or meteorological message to transmit. What call should proceed this message when made on the radio telephone?  Securite (3 times)
You receive a distress alert on HF Radio. What should you do?
c )   Wait three minutes and if no acknowledgement is heard from a coast station you should relay the
 Your vessel is acting as the on scene commander during a distress rescue. Various vessels are interfering the distress traffic on the VHF. What message would you use to stop them interfering with this traffic? a )   Seelonce mayday
Your vessel is not in distress and not taking part in a distress operation. How would you impose radio silence on vessels which are interfering the distress traffic?c )   Seelonce Distress
Scara de pilot trebuie să fie instalată astfel ca pilotul să nu urce mai mult de b )   9 m
Cand nava se afla in semicercul periculos vantul deriveaza nava catre :c )   Centrul ciclonului
Cand o nava aflata in semicercul manevrabil poate părăsi mai repede zona de actiune a ciclonului ?
c )   In cazul curbarii traiectoriei
Cand o nava nu are pavilionul tarii in care face escala cu ce pavilion de cod il inlocuieste? 
d )   Litera "H"
Cand se stabileste relevmentul centrului ciclonului si semicerculin care se afla nava, in situatia cand nava se afla langa vortex : b )   Vantul taie izobarele sub un unghi de 60 grade
Cantitatea de marfa necesara a fi descarcata, pentru a aduce nava in stare de plutire se face dupa 
d )   Toate trei sunt corecte
Care din regulile următoare privind marşul cu nava la remorcă NU este corectă?
b )   Dacă remorcherul trebuie să întoarcă, nava remorcată trebuie să orienteze cârma în bordul întoarcerii pentru a slăbi parâma de remorcaj şi astfel a înlesni întoarcerea;
Care din următoarele măsuri de siguranţă pe timpul remorcajului maritim NU este corectă?
d )   Pe timpul remorcajului nu se va mai modifica lungimea parâmei de remorcaj.
Care este cel mai important element de care trebuie sa se tina cont la dezesuarea navei ?
d )   Ora mareei inalte
Care sunt mijloacele cu care se pot transmite semnale morse luminoase de la nava?
d )   Toate mijloacele de la a,b si c
Care sunt procedeele de remorcaj?: d )   În siaj, la ureche, prin împingere, la edec şi mixt.
Ce este mai important in cazul unei esuari voluntare ? d )   Toate trei sunt corecte
Ce lumini trebuie sa poarte o nava esuata noaptea
 d )   Doua lumini rosii pe verticala si luminile de ancora
Ce manevră se recomandă în cazul unei eşuări iminente pentru a reduce impactul cu fundul apei?
d )   Stopare maşinii şi punerea pe marş înapoi, cu scopul de a anula mişcarea de inerţie înainte a navei şi stoparea acesteia
Ce se intelege prin "cadranul mai periculos" ?d )   Cadranul anterior al semicercului periculos
Ce se urmăreşte atunci când se realizează a schiţă a sondajelor în jurul unei nave eşuate?
c )   Stabilirea naturii fundului, dacă elicea este liberă, direcţia cea mai convenabilă pentru ieşire, locul unde nava este în contact cu fundul apei
Ce semne trebuie sa poarte o nava esuata ziua ? d )   Trei bule negre
Ciclonii se nasc ca regula generala pe paralele de latitudine la : c )   7 - 15 grade
Codul International de semnale se utilizeaza pentru:          d )   Legatura intre nave-puncte de supraveghere de coasta si ambarcatiunile de salvare in caz de pericol
Coeficientul de tractiune/impingere, ale remorcherelor cu elice cu pas fix este :
c )   0,11 - 0,12 tone la fiecare unitate de putere
 Concomitent cu lupta pentru menţinerea vitalităţii navei în situaţii de coliziune, se vor executa manevre pentru ca nava să fie menţinută într-o alură care să limiteze pătrunderea apei astfel:
c )   Manevrarea navei pentru ca gaura de apă să fie menţinută sub vânt şi valuri, redresarea navei prin deplasare de greutăţi şi balastare/debalastare de tancuri de lichide, fără a pune în pericol stabilitatea navei, pentru ridicarea găurii de apă deasup
Conducerea navei în zona acoperită de o schemă de separare a traficului se face respectându-se următoarele reguli: b )   Navigaţia se desfăşoară în direcţia săgeţilor fluxului, intrare/ieşirea în culoar se face pe la capetele acestuia evitându-setraversarea şi ancorarea în interiorul acestora
Conducerea navei prin zone înguste şi cu adâncimi mici se efectuează respectându-se următoarele măsuri de siguranţă a navigaţiei c )   Se utilizează hărţi la scară mare/planuri, iar trasarea drumului se face ţinând cont de giraţia navei 
Cum trebuie sa actioneze un remorcher salvator pentru a usura scoaterea navei de pe uscat ?
d )   Remorcand nava alternativ intr-un bord si in altul pentru a-I face loc sa se degajeze mai usor inapoi
Cum trebuie voltata remorca la bordul navei esuate ?
 c )   Pe mai multe perechi de babale intarite special pentru remorcaj
Daca nava se afla centrului ciclonului, este suficient : 
d )   Sa micsoram viteza pentru a lasa ciclonul sa se indeparteze
Daca vantul isi mentine directia, marindu-si viteza, iar presiunea barometrica creste :
c )   Nava se afla pe traiectoria ciclonului dar inapoia centrului ciclonului si anume in semicercul sau posterior
Dacă: R1- tensiunea pe remorcă; Re- rezistenţa elicelor stopate de la nava remorcată; Ra- rezistenţa aerului pe care o întâmpină nava remorcată; tensiunea totală la care este supusă remorca (R) se poate calcula cu formula: a )   R= R1+ Re+ Ra;
Deplasarea maselor de aer intr-un ciclon tropical este caracterizata de : d )   Toate trei
Elementul principal de scoatere a navei de pe uscat il constituie : a )   Vremea
Este corecta legarea la ureche ( prova si pupa) a unui remorcher la o nava esuata ca jetul curentului de apa respins de elicele remorcherului sa spele solul de langa bordul navei esuate ? a )   Da
Esuarea voluntara a navei se face : b )   Cu o viteza suficienta guvernarii navei
Esuarea voluntara a navei trebuie sa se faca pe un teren : c )   Nisipos
Fenomene meteorologice tipice, care preced aparitia ciclonului sunt : 
c )   Variatia anormala a presiunii, aparitia hulei, schimbarea directiei vantului, aparitia norilor Cirrus, incetarea brizelor
În caz de coliziune a unei nave, primele măsuri care se vor lua la bord sunt:b )   Determinarea pericolului de explozie sau de incendiu, închiderea tuturor porţilor etanşe, inspectarea compartimentelor de sub linia de plutire pentru depistarea eventualelor fisuri sau găuri de apă
In cazul in care nava este in pericol iminent de scufundare, comandantul navei va alege pentru esuare un teren : d )   Cel mai apropiat cu coeficient de frecare cat mai mic
In cazul in care se cunoste directia de deplasare a ciclonului tropical, semicercul manevrabil va fi determinat : c )   Stand cu fata in directia de deplasare a depresiunii tropicale
In emisfera nordica, cand nava se afla in semicercul manevrabil, aceasta trebuie sa mentina :
c )   O alura cu vantul din Pp Tb
In emisfera nordica, cand nava se afla in semicercul periculos, aceasta trebuie sa mentina :
c )   O alura de capa preventiva, cu vantul din Pv Tb intre 10 - 45 grade
In emisfera sudica, cand nava se afla in semicercul manevrabil, aceasta trebuie sa mentina :
a )   O alura cu vantul din Pp Bd
In emisfera sudica, cand nava se afla in semicercul periculos, aceasta trebuie sa mentina :
b )   O alura de capa preventiva, cu vantul din Pv Bb intre 10 - 45 grade
În general coliziunea produce avarii la corpul navei care generează de cele mai multa ori găuri de apă. Apa îmbarcată prin acestea poate provoca următoarele situaţii la bord, care va afecta stabilitatea navei:  a )   Înclinarea, apuparea sau aprovarea navei
În timpul navigaţiei prin zone cu adâncimi mici  b )   Nava formează valuri mari la prova şi la pupa, proporţional cu viteza navei, mărind rezistenţa la înaintare cu 25 – 30%În timpul navigaţiei prin zone cu adâncimi mici se va ţine cont de faptul că: 
a )   Efectul cârmei este mai mic, nava guvernează mai greu, iar viteza se reduce cu 20 – 25%
Inainte de esuarea voluntara a navei pescajul trebuie :  b )   Crescut
Inaintea inceperii operatiunii de dezesuare pescajul navei trebuie : c )   Micsorat
Între două traverse ale scării de pilot nu trebuie să fie mai mult de: b )   9 trepte
La ce distanta trebuie voltat remorcherul salvator fata de nava esuata ? b )   La o distanta suficienta care sa-I permita remorcherului sa-si foloseasca puterea maxima de tractiune
La dezesuarea navei cu mijloacele bordului, masina si carma se folosesc :
d )   Alternativ masina inainte si inapoi si carma intr-un bord si altul
La esuarea voluntara a navei ancorele se fundarisesc : 
c )   Cu circa 200 - 250 m inainte de atingerea fundului
La manevra navei pe vreme rea se va:  b )   Analiza forţa de izbire a valurilor, alura corectă faţă de val şi consecinţele asupra rezistenţei navei
La navigaţia în zone înguste, trebuie:
a )   Distanţa la travers între navele care se depăşesc, să nu fie mai mică de 3 lăţimi ale navei care depăşeşte, pentru evitarea efectului de sucţiune
La navigaţia prin scheme de separare a traficului, navele trebuie să manevreze astfel:
d )   Navele care se deplasează de-a lungul căii de navigaţie, trebuie să navige în dreapta liniei, zonei de separaţie sau faţă de punctul de convergenţă
Lungimea parâmei de remorcaj în porturi trebuie să fie: b ) Cât mai mică, cu lungimi de 25 – 50 m;
Manevra de apropiere de nava ce urmează a fi remorcată în siaj, trebuie să se facă:
c )   Pe un drum paralel cu nava remorcată la o distanţă de 20- 30 m, prin bordul din vânt;
Manevra navei cu incendiu la bord presupune executarea următoarelor activităţi:
a )   Orientarea navei astfel încât flăcările incendiului şi fumul să fie aduse sub vânt, fără a pune în pericol bărcile de salvare şi plutele de salvare
Manevra navei la ambarcarea /debarcarea pilotului pe timp de noapte, presupune executarea următoarelor activităţi: c )   Se iau măsuri de iluminare a bordului de acostare, de primire a pilotului, se pregăteşte scara de pilot
Manevra pilotinei de apropiere de navă se execută
 c )   Sub un unghi ascuţit şi mereu în bordul de sub vânt şi curent
Mentinand nava stopata, vantul isi pastreaza directia, insa isi mareste viteza, barometrul indica o scadere a presiunii : d )   Nava se afla pe traiectoria ciclonului sau in imediata apropiere a acestuia si anume in semicercul sau anterior
O nava se considera esuata atunci cand exista :
 d )   Imobilizarea navei datorita esuarii accidentale sau voluntare
O nava suprinsa de ciclon in emisfera nordica se afla in semicercul periculos :
a )   Cand nava tine o capa preventiva, iar vantul gireaza in sens retrograd
O nava suprinsa de ciclon in emisfera sudica se afla in semicercul manevrabil :
d )   Cand vantul gireaza in sens retrograd
Patrula Internaţională a Gheţarilor detectează gheţurile şi emite avize pentru navigatori, unde se transmit următoarele date: a )   Coordonatele punctelor ce delimitează zonele de pericol, sau coordonatele gheţurilor, informaţii despre gheţarii din zonă
Pe timpul manevrei navei prin zone cu gheţuri, la intrarea dintr-o zonă liberă într-o zonă cu sloiuri, se va ţine cont de următoarele aspecte:d )Se va reduce mult viteza pentru ca la contactul cu gheaţa să nu aibă de suferit corpul navei, iar cârma va fi manevrată cu unghiuri mici şi numai la marş înainte
Pe timpul marşului la remorcă se vor executa următoarele activităţi:
a )   Supravegherea permanentă a remorcii şi respectarea vitezei de remorcaj;
Pe timpul remorcajului schimbările de drum: 
b )   Nu trebuie să fie mai mari de 5 – 8 puncte la cârmă;
Pe timpul remorcajului, lungimea remorcii trebuie să fie egală cu:
b )   Lungimea de undă a valului sau cu un multiplu al acestei mărimi;
Pentru a se evita situaţiile periculoase, atunci când nava manevrează cu valul şi vântul din pupa, pentru a întoarce la drum opus, se procedează astfel
a )   Se micşorează viteza navei înainte de începerea giraţiei (deoarece înclinarea navei datorată întoarcerii se va însuma cu înclinarea produsă de vânt şi valuri, ceea ce poate duce la răsturnarea navei), apoi se măreşte viteza navei pentru a se depăşi poziţia între valuri
Pentru a se evita situaţiile periculoase, atunci când nava trebuie să întoarcă la drum opus în vânt şi val, manevra se execută astfel
b )   Se măreşte viteza pe cât posibil ( pentru a trece cât mai repede prin poziţia cu valul din travers), după care se începe giraţia
Pentru executarea navigaţiei în siguranţă pe vreme rea vor fi luaţi în considerare următorii factori
a )   Analiza forţei şi direcţiei vântului, a alurilor corecte, în funcţie de suprafaţa velică şi comportarea naveiPentru manevrele de remorcaj portuar, numărul de remorchere se stabileşte astfel:
c )   De comandantul navei prin pilot, în funcţie de condiţiile meteo şi de mărimea navei;
Pescajele unei nave esuate cu prova pe mal trebuie inaintea inceperii operatiunii de dezesuare :
b )   Sa creasca la pupa si sa se micsoreze la prova
Ruperea unei parâme de remorcaj pe timpul marşului de lungă durată se produce datorită faptului că:
a )   Nu s-a folosit o parâmă de remorcaj rezistentă, lungă, grea şi suficient de elastică;
Semicercul periculos se situeaza, in raport cu directia de deplasare a depresiunii tropicale, in emisfera nordica : a )   In partea dreapta
Semicercul periculos se situeaza, in raport cu directia de deplasare a depresiunii tropicale, in emisfera sudica : b )   In partea stanga
Semnificatia pavilionului "A" din Codul International este:
a )   Am scafandru la apa, navigati cu precautiune si reduceti viteza in apropiere
Semnificatia pavilionului "B" din Codul International este: 
d )   Ambarc, debarc, transport marfuri periculoase bunkerez sau transfer bunker la/ de la alta nava
Semnificatia pavilionului "G" din Codul International este: d )   Am nevoie de pilot
Semnificatia pavilionului "H" din Codul International este: d )   Am pilot la bord
Semnificatia pavilionului "O" din Codul International este: d )   Om la apa, feriti zona de recuperare
Semnificatia pavilionului "P" din Codul International este:
 a )   Adunarea echipajului la bord, nava gata de plecare
Semnificatia pavilionului "Q" din Codul International este: a ) Cer libera practica sanitara
Tangajul navei depinde de raportul dintre lungimea navei (L) şi lungimea de undă a valului (?), situaţia cea mai nefavorabilă fiind atunci când:
c )   L = ?, nava se poate afla când cu prova şi pupa pe câte un val, când cu centrul pe coama valului iar prova şi pupa suspendate
Un semnal format din 7 sunete scurte transmis prin soneriile de alarma ale navei inseamna:
a )   Abandonarea navei
Următoarele activităţi sunt obligatorii pentru executarea manevrei de ambarcare/debarcare pilot:
d )   Se stabileşte bordul de sub vânt şi curent pentru acostarea pilotinei, se pregătesc baloane de acostare şi parâmele de legătură ce trebuie date la pilotină
Viteza vantului este de regula mai mare in : b )   Semicercul periculos
Ambarcatiunea de supravietuire este: d )   O ambarcatiune ce poate sa mentina in viata persoane aflate in pericol din momentul abandonarii navei
Ascultarea continua este:c )   Ascultarea radio neintrerupta decat pentru intervale scurte cand capacitatea de receptie a navei este blocata de propriile comunicari
Barca de urgenta este:  a )   Barca destinata pentru a salva persoanele aflate in pericol si a grupa ambarcatiunile de salvare
Barcile de salvare protejate la foc trebuie sa fie dotate cu: b )   Instalatie de pulverizare a apei
Barcile de urgenta sunt barcile care: a )   Au o lungime de minim 3,5 m sau maxim 8 m si pot transporta 5 persoane in pozitia sezut si una lungita
Barcile de urgenta trebuie sa aiba fixat un dispozitiv de remorcat:
b )   Cu caracter permanent si rezistent pentru remorcarea si manevrarea plutelor de salvare
Care este baremul de timp pentru lansarea barcii de urgenta? b )   5 min
Care este cantitatea minima de apa ce trebuie sa existe pentru fiecare membru al barcii de salvare?
b )   3 litri de fiecare persoana autorizata sa transporte din care 1 litru poate fi inlocuit de un aparat de desalinizare
Care este cantitatea minima de apa pentru fiecare persoana din pluta de salvare?
d )   1,5 litri din care 0,5 litri poate fi inlocuit de un aparat de desalinizare
Care este durata minima de emitere de fum cu debit uniform la plutirea in apa linistita pentru un semnal combinat? b )   3 min
Care este frecventa exercitiilor de abandon a navei pentru echipaj?
d )   Saptamanal cu lansarea a minim o barca pe luna si cu manevrarea prin apa la cel putin 3 luni pentru fiecare barca
Care este greutatea maxima totala a unei plute de salvare a containerului si echipamentului, care nu se lanseaza cu un dispozitiv de lansare aprobat? d )   185 Kg
Care este inaltimea de la care se poate sari repetat in pluta de salvare de catre persoanele ce se ambarca atat cu / cat si fara cort ridicat? d )   4,5 m
Care este inaltimea maxima de lansare la apa a unei plute normale incat atat pluta cat si echipamentul ei sa poata fi folosite in conditii normale?  a )   18 m
Care este materialul pirotehnic minim necesar pentru o pluta de salvare?
a )   4 rachete parasuta, 6 facle de mana, 2 semnale fumigene plutitoare
Care este numarul de topoare cu saula ce trebuie sa existe intr-o barca de salvare?
a )   Doua, cate unul la fiecare extremitate
Care este numarul minim de cangi ce trebuie sa existe intr-o barca de salvare?  b )   DouaCare este numarul minim de mijloace de protectie termica ce trebuie sa se gaseasca in fiecare pluta de salvare? c )   Pentru 10% din numarul de persoane pe care pluta este autorizata a le prelua
Care este procentajul minim de colaci prevazuti cu lumini cu autoaprindere? b )   50%
Care este temperatura minima si timpul necesar de start al motorului barcii de salvare?
c )   minus 15 grade si 2 min
Care este timpul minim de functionare a motorului cand barca de salvare nu se gaseste in apa?
c )   5 min
Care este viteza de remorcare in apa calma, pentru o pluta de salvare complet incarcata si echipata?
b )   3 Nd
Cate din compartimentele plutelor gonflabile pot fi avariate fara a diminua capacitatea plutei?
b )   50% din compartimente
Cate kilocalorii trebuie sa asigure ratiile de hrana pentru fiecare persoana din pluta de salvare?
a )   5000 Kcal
Ce se intelege prin reperare?
 b )   Determinarea pozitiei supravietuitorilor sau a ambarcatiunilor de salvare
Ce se scrie cu majuscule pe toti colacii de salvare?  d )   Numele navei si portul de inregistrare cu majuscule si in caractere latine
Ce tip de motoare sunt aprobate pentru propulsia barcii de salvare
b )   Cu aprindere prin compresie
Cerintele SOLAS pentru nave in ceeace priveste transmiterea mesajelor de pericol de la nava la coasta sunt: a )   Cel putin 2 mijloace separate independente fiecare folosind un serviciu diferit de radiocomunicatii
Colacii de salvare trebuie sa fie fixati: d )   Astfel incat sa poata fi imediat accesibili in ambele borduri ale navei si pe cat posibil pe toate puntile deschise ce se extind pana la bordajul navei
Comanda canalelor VHF trebuie sa fie asigurata din urmatoarele puncte ale puntii de navigatie:
d )   In apropierea pozitiei de guvernare si cand este necesar de pe partile laterale ale puntii de navigatie
Comunicatii "bridge to bridge" inseamna: 
c )   Comunicatii de siguranta intre doua nave efectuate din locul din care se conduce in mod normal o nava (puntea de navigatie)
Coridoarele, scarile si iesirile ce conduc la posturile de adunare si de imbarcare vor fi marcate cu:
c )   Sageti din materiale reflectorizante
Costumul hidrotermic este: b )   Un costum de protectie ce reduce pierderile de caldura ale corpului unei persoane afundata in apa rece
DSC VHF transmite alerte de primejdie pe canalul : b )   VHF / CH.70
Echipamentul mijloacelor de salvare colective trebuie sa fie depozitat:
a )   In fiecare mijloc de salvare echipamentul complet alocat
Echpamentul barcii de urgenta trebuie sa fie asigurat in interiorul barcii:
b )   In totalitate, mai putin cangile
Eliberarea barcilor de salvare din dispozitivele de fixare trebuie sa se poata face: a )   Manual
Exercitiile de abandon se noteaza in: c )   Jurnalul de bord, Jurnalul de roluri si antrenamente echipaj
În cadrul pregătirilor pentru abandonarea navei într-o perioadă de timp delimitată, ofiţerul de cart va stabili:  d )   Poziţia navei, direcţia până la ţărmul spre care se pot îndrepta mijloacele de salvare sau ruta cea mai apropiată de navigaţie.
Inaltimea maxima de cadere libera in apa ce poate fi suportata de o barca de salvare complet echipata si cu persoane la bord este de: c )   3 m
Instalatia de alarmare generala se foloseste pentru:
b )   Adunarea pasagerilor si echipajului la locurile de adunare pentru declansarea operatiunilor indicate de rolul de apel
Instructiunile de exploatare pentru mijloacele de salvare se afiseaza:
a )   In conditii de vizibilitate ale iluminatului de avarie
La ce adancime dispozitivul de eliberare automat trebuie sa elibereze pluta de salvare?  d )   4 m
La ce interval de timp se face verificarea plutelor de salvare si echipamentului acestora in instalatiile specializate autorizate de fabricant?  b )   AnnualLa ce interval de timp se intorc curentii de la vinciurile de lansare a barcilor de salvare? c ) 30 luni
Lansarea plutelor de salvare se face prin:
 c )   inlaturarea dispozitivului de siguranta si aruncarea plutei la apa
Manualul de instruire trebuie sa contina: a )   Instructiuni si informatii asupra mijloacelor de salvare din dotarea navei si cele mai bune metode de supravietuire
Material reflectorizant este considerat: d )   Un material ce reflecta in directia opusa un fascicol luminos dirijat asupra sa
Mijloacele de protectie termica necesare in barca de salvare trebuie sa asigure:
a )   Minim 10% din numarul autorizat de persoane
Mijloacele de protectie termica trebuie sa functioneze satisfacator pentru temperaturi ale aerului intre:
a )   Minus 30 grade C la plus 20 grade C
Numarul colacilor de salvare cu saula de 30 metrii pentru fiecare barca de salvare trebuie sa fie: 2
Numarul de aparate de emisie receptie VHF bicanal pentru o nava de pasageri sau nava de transport marfuri mai mare sau egal de 500 TR este de: a )   Trei
Numarul de aparate de lansare a bandulei la bordul unei nave trebuie sa fie de: c )   Patru
Numarul de transpondere radar ce sunt necesare pe navele de transport mai mare sau egal cu 300 TR dar nu mai mare de 500 TR este: c )   Unu
Numarul minim al rachetelor de semnalizare depozitate pa sau langa puntea de navigatie este: 
b )   12 rachete parasuta rosii 
Numarul minim al vestelor de salvare aflate la bordul navelor de transport marfuri va fi:
c )   Egal cu numarul de persoane plus un numar suficient pentru personalul de cart si pentru folosirea la posturile indepartate ale ambarcatiunilor de salvare
Numarul transponderelor radar ce sunt prevazute pentru o nava de pasageri sau nava de transport marfuri mai mare de 500 TR este: b )   DouaNumele navei si portul de inregistrare se inscriu pe barca de salvare: 
b )   La prova in fiecare bord cu litere latine, vizibil de sus
O barca de salvare trebuie sa poata fi lansata la apa cand nava este in mars cu o viteza maxima de: 
d )   5 Nd
Pe partea superioara a barcii de salvare inchise se inscrie:
a )   Indicativul de apel al navei
Posturile de adunare si imbarcare vor fi iluminate:
d )   De o instalatie de iluminat alimentata de la sursa electrica de avarie
Prin informatii de siguranta a navigatiei se intelege: d )   Avize de navigatie si meteo, buletine meteo si alte mesaje urgente privind siguranta, transmise navelor Radiobalizele EPIRB COSPAS/SARSAT emit pe frecventa de: c )   406 MHz sau 406/121,5 MHz Radiobalizele EPIRB se plaseaza la bord:
 d )   Intr-un loc astfel incat sa poata fi rapid amplasate in orice ambarcatiune de salvare Serviciul International NAVTEX este serviciul de transmitere coordonata si receptie automata a informatiilor privind siguranta navigatiei maritime in sistemul: a )   Telegrafie cu imprimare directa cu banda ingusta Sistemul GMDSS corespunzator Zonei Maritime A4 trebuie sa asigure: c )   Receptia si transmiterea apelurilor de pericol din/spre orice statie terestra si Maritima mobila Statia radio a navei va fi marcata cu: 
d )   Indicativul de apel, identitatea statiei, si cu alte coduri pentru operarea statiei radio Suprafetele pe care merg persoanele in barcile de salvare trebuiesc acoperite cu: d )   Material antiderapant Sursa de lumina din interiorul barcii de salvare trebuie sa asigure iluminatul timp de: b )   12 ore Transponderele radar se depoziteaza:
 d )   In asa fel incat sa poata fi rapid plasate pe orice ambarcatiune de salvare Un costum hidrotermic trebuie sa permita celui ce-l poarta:  d )   Toate Un mijloc de protectie termica este:
 d )   Un sac sau costum din material impermeabil cu conductibilitate termica redusa Un mijloc de protectie termica reduce pierderea de caldura prin: d )   Convectie si evaporare Vestele de salvare gonflabile trebuie sa sustina persoana ce o foloseste daca: c )   Se umfla 50% din compartimente Viteza minima de mars inainte pentru o barca de salvare cu motor complet incarcata cu numarul de persoane prevazut si echipament complet si cu tot echipamentul auxiliar in functiune este de: d )   6 Nd Zona Maritima A1 este zona in care comunicatiile sunt acoperite de:  b )   Cel putin o statie radiotelefonica de coasta VHF care sa asigure continu alertarea DSC VHF
Zona Maritima A2 este zona in care comunicatiile sunt acoperite de cel putin   c )   O statie radiotelefonica de coasta in medie frecventa cu alertare continua DSC MF Zona Maritima A3 este zona in care comunicatiile sunt acoperite de cel putin: c )   Un satelit geostationar INMARSAT in care se asigura alertare continua prin satelit
A navigational position line is a part of a ...... a )   position circle.
A vessel is under pilotage approaching a European port. Who is responsible for the safe navigation of the vessel? b )   The master and duty officers.
Distance on a chart is measured using ...... a )   latitude scale.
How often are chart corrections published? a )   Weekly
How often is a chart catalogue published? a )   AnnuallyIn what direction does the axis of the gyro-compass wheel point? a )   True North
In which publication can information on ship reporting be found? a )   ALRS
In which publication can information on VTS be found?a )   ALRS
On a navigational chart, how is the probable direction of the predominant direction of sea surface current indicated? a )   Letter aOn a navigational chart, what does this figure indicate?

 a )   Windmill







On a navigational chart, what does this figure indicate? 

a )   Sector lights





The best position fix is obtained when the bearings of two objects are...... a )   90 degrees apart.
The correct order to follow when planning a passage is ...... a ) appraise, plan, monitor, execute
The direction towards which a tidal stream runs is called ...... a )   set
The relationship between the distance on the earth and the length by which that distance is shown on the navigation chart is called the ...... a )   natural scale.
The vertical distance between the sea bed and the deepest part of the keel is known as the ......
a )   underkeel clearance.
Under soundings marked on the chart, the nature of the sea bottom is also indicated. What does Sh indicate? a )   Shells
What are sailing directions also known as? a )   Pilot books
What charts are used for coasting, pilotage waters and plotting waypoints? a )   Large scale
What charts are used for plotting Great Circle courses? a )   Gnomonic
What does this chart symbol mean?

d )   Direction of Buoyage







What is a routeing measure aimed at the separation of opposing streams of traffic by establishing traffic lanes called? a )   Traffic separation scheme
What is the east - west distance between two points called? a )   Departure
What is the line roughly following the 180th meridian called? a )   The date line
What is the meaning of the symbol Cl on a navigational chart? a )   Clay
What is the vertical distance on a given day between the water surface at high and low water called?
a )   Range of tides
What should a passage plan include? 
 b )   The plan should include the entire voyage from berth to berth.
What time is used for the ship's course recorder? c )   GMT
When must a passage plan be prepared? b )   Before the voyage commences
When selecting the maximum distance at which a landfall light would be visible, which of the following should be selected? a )   lesser of the two (geographical & nominal range)
When using great circle sailing the saving in distance is the most when......
 a )   the course is E-W ,nearer to the poles.
Where can you find the symbols and abbreviations used on the Admiralty charts? a )   Chart 5011
Where is the title of the navigation chart printed? a )   In some convenient, conspicuous place, where it does not hinder navigation or the use of it.
Where will you find a comprehensive list of navigation charts with the title and number for various parts of the world? a )   Chart catalogue
Where would you find information about a vessel reporting system for a port which you are about to enter? c )   Admiralty List of Radio Signals.
Which error in the echo sounder is illustrated in the diagram? a )   Pythagoras
Which is the more accurate means of position fixing? c )   Two visual bearings.
Which of the following options would be considered "good seamanship"? 
b )   Sounding a fog signal when in clear weather, but approaching a fog bank.
Who publishes the chart catalogue? a )   Hydrographer to the Navy
Why should the largest scale chart available be used for navigational purposes? 
c )   Because it shows more accurate information.
You are on watch at night and you stop the main engines. What changes would you make to your navigational lights? d )   Switch on two vertical red lights and switch off steaming lights.
You expect to sight land at 2100. By 2120 no land has been sighted, the visibility is good. What action would you take? b )   Call the master.
Your vessel is carrying a full cargo of scrap steel. Which item of bridge equipment is likely to be unreliable? d )   The magnetic compass.
If ship's head by compass was 045 ( C ), What is the true course if the variation is 5W and the deviation is 9.5 W? a )   030.5 ( T )
If the true transit bearing of two leading lights is read off the chart and the compass bearing of the two lights, when in transit, is taken, then the difference between the two bearings so obtained is the ...... a )   compass error.
The angle between the magnetic north and the true north is ...... a )   variation.
The point at which the helm must be applied to achieve a required course alteration is called the ......
a )   wheel-over position.
To convert a compass course to a magnetic course, it is necessary to apply..... a )   deviation.
To convert a magnetic course to a true course, it is necessary to apply .... a )   variation.
A falling barometer is an indication of .... b )   bad weather to come.
A squall line of sharp changes of wind, is very often associated with ...... a )   cold front.
A sudden rising strong wind, or sudden increase of wind usually followed immediately by a shower of rain or snow is called a ...... a )   squall
An occluded depression tends to move ....  a )   slowly and irregularly.
Assuming a forecast wind of say, 30 kts, with the maximum wind duration and maximum fetch, what would be the value of the significant wave height?

a )   4,9







Fast moving high clouds are an indication of .... a )   bad weather to come.
Frontal depressions move in families, each depression following its predecessor but in ......
c )   a slightly lower latitude.
If a meteorological depression has a large warm sector, it has a tendency to ...... c )   deepen.
If an observer is facing the wind in the northern hemisphere, where does the low pressure lie?
a )   To the right
If the distance between two consecutive isobars (drawn at intervals of 4mb) is found to be 100 n.m. and the latitude is 50 deg, what is the geostrophic wind speed? a )   30 kts
In a tropical revolving storm, "the eye" is a small central region of...... 
d )   comparatively light winds and little clouds.
In meteorology, isobars are lines joining places having the same ...... a )   pressure.
In meteorology, isotherms are lines joining places having the same .... c )   temperature.
In what direction does the wind blow around a cyclonic storm in the northern hemisphere?
a )   Anti-clockwise
In what latitude do tropical revolving storms generally originate? a )   0 to 25 degrees.
In which area will the isobars be spaced closest, given the wind speeds indicated? a )   40kts
Meteorology - what does the figure indicate?

 a )   Warm occlusion





On the Beaufort scale, hurricane force corresponds to wind ...... c )   force 12.
On the Beaufort scale, storm force corresponds to wind ...... a )   force 10 and above.
On this weather routeing chart, what does the lower figure represent?

a )   The percentage frequency of currents having a rate of less than ? knot






On this weather routeing chart, what does the upper figure indicate?

a )   The number of observations.







On this weather routeing chart, what does this figure indicate?

a )   Pipeline

On this weather routeing chart, what does this figure indicate?patrat negru, mult alb, patrat negru, mult alb   a )   Single Occulting  
 South Westerlies are the general surface wind in which of the following latitudes? 
c )   40 - 60 degrees.
The cause of ice accumulation on a ship is due to freezing of sea spray at a temperature below ......
d )   -5 degrees C.
The direction of the centre of a storm may be found by Buys Ballot's law, namely face the wind and ....  b )   in the Northern hemisphere the centre of the storm will bear 8 to 12 points to the right.
The eye of a tropical revolving storm is an area with light wind but with seas that are....
b )   very high and confused.
Tropical revolving storms are accompanied by ...... a )   heavy rain sometimes with thunder and lightning.
What instrument is used for measuring the velocity of the wind? a )   Anemometer
What is rain accompanied by snow called? a )   Sleet.
What is the common name for hurricanes, typhoons or cyclones? d )   Tropical revolving storms.
What is the instrument used for measuring humidity of the atmosphere called? a )   Psychrometer
What is the quantity of water vapour present in the atmosphere called? a )   Humidity
What is water content of the atmosphere (usually expressed as a percentage) known as? a )  Humidity
What weather conditions are likely to result from the movement of warm air mass over a relatively colder sea surface? a )   Fog
What weather phenomenon can cause a reduction of radar range due to attenuation? 

d )   Rain & snow.
When visibility is 1km or less, it is known as ...... a )   fog.
Which of these are "high clouds"? c )   Cirrus, cirrocumulus, cirrostratus.
Which of these are "low clouds"? a )   Nimbostratus, stratus, stratocumulus.
Which of these atmospheric layers is closest to the earth? a )   Troposphere
Which of these is the correct pressure sequence associated with a weather "warm front"?
b )   In advance - steady fall ; during the passage - fall ceases ; in the rear - little change or slow fall.
Which of these is the correct pressure sequence associated with a weather " cold front "?
c )   In advance - fall ; during the passage - sudden rise ; in the rear - rise continues more slowly.
Which of these is the correct sequence of visibility associated with a weather "cold front"?
b )   In advance - usually poor ; during the passage - first bad than good ; in the rear - usually very good except in showers.
Which of these is the correct sequence of weather associated with a "cold front"?
d )   In advance - usually some rain and perhaps thunder ; during the passage - rain, often heavy ; in the rear - heavy rain for a short period than fair .
Which of these is the correct weather sequence associated with a "warm front"?
a )   In advance - continuous rain; during the passage - rain almost or completely stops; in the rear - mainly cloudy and slight rain.
Wind force 10 correspond to wind speed of ...... a )   48 - 55 knots.
Wind force 5 corresponds to a wind speed of .... b )   17 - 21 knots.
You are 10 to 60 nautical miles away from the centre of a tropical revolving storm. What barometric changes would you expect? c )   Rapid fall.

On this weather routeing chart, what does this figure indicate?

a )   Overfalls and tide-rips






On this weather routeing chart, what is indicated?

a )   Radio calling in point, way or reporting point showing direction of vessels movement.





On this weather routeing chart, what is the wind speed indicated by the arrow? 

a )   4 kts







On weather routeing charts how are iceberg limits presented?

a )   letter a







What does this indicate on a wether map?

a )   Cold front







What type of clouds are shown in the picture?

a )   Stratocumulus






An OOW, on duty in coastal waters, notices that he becomes too busy to be able to take a fix. What should he do? d )   Call the master to assist himApart from ensuring navigational safety at anchorage, what should the OOW do? 
c )   Monitor the VHF for orders for the vessel.
At the commencement of a sea voyage the Master, a Pilot, the OOW and 2 ratings are present on the bridge. Who is in charge? b )   Always the Master
How often should a position fix be taken during a sea voyage if the ship is in open coastal waters?
c )   At least every 30 minutes
How should the anchor be positioned when a ship is due to anchor in a river with a strong current?
c )   It should be lowered to just above the water level.
If the OOW is in doubt as to the Pilot's actions or intentions, what must he do?
a )   Seek clarification from the Pilot , notify the master and take corrective action
If a helmsman is given an order "starboard 10" , what must he do? 
a )   He must repeat the order before putting the wheel on stbd 10
If two vessels approach each other on a collision course, what is meant by "the critical period"?
a )   The period when action to prevent a collision has to be taken
Should the OOW, who is escorting the pilot to the pilot ladder, be equipped with a walkie-talkie for communication with the bridge?  d )   Always
The captain of a vessel has 2 years of experience as a captain and the pilot directing the navigation has 20 years of experience. Who is in charge ? c )   The master
The International Regulations for Prevention of Collision at Sea includes...... c )   instructions on action to take while plotting a ship by radar.
The OOW has, during the pre-departure check of the bridge equipment, found an error in the weather facsimile. What should he do? 
d )   Advise the master as soon as possible before the vessel's departure
The pilot gives the helmsman an order which the OOW believe to be incorrect. What should he do?
c )   Ask the pilot to clarify the reason for the order. If still in doubt he should consult the master and take action if the master is not present
Two ships approach each other on reciprocal courses, one with a speed of 22 knots, the other with 15 knots. What is their relative speed? d )   37 knots
What chart should be used when navigating?  a )   The largest scale chart onboard for the area which is properly corrected
What is a pilot boarding card?
 c )   A list of the vessel's essential particulars which is given to the pilot
What is a safe interval between position fixes? d )   So that the vessel cannot be set appreciably off course, or into danger by the effects of wind, tide or current
What is the best way to monitor the risk of collision in poor visibility?
b )   Monitor the radar display and post a lookout.
What is the duty of a pilot? c )   To direct the navigation of the ship in a certain area
What is the meaning of the light signal being shown?  (3 lumini verzi la intrare in port)
b )   A vessel may proceed. One way traffic.
What is the meaning of the light signal being shown? (3 rosii la intrare in port)
c )   EMERGENCY - All vessels to stop or divert according to instructions.
What is the meaning of the light signal being shown?(verde-alb-verde,intrare port)
d )   A vessel may only proceed when given a specific order.
What is the meaning of the light signal being shown?(3rosii,intrare port)
  a )   Vessels shall NOT proceed.
What is the meaning of the light signal being shown? (verde,verde,alb intrare port)
a )   Vessel may proceed. TWO WAY TRAFFIC.
What is the meaning of the light signal being shown? (galben-verde,alb,verde)
d )   A vessel may only proceed when given a specific order, except if navigating outside the main channel.
What is the meaning of the light signal being shown? (galben-rosu,rosu,rosu port)
b )   Vessel shall NOT proceed except if navigating outside the main channel.
When at anchor, what should the OOW do if the vessel appears to be dragging her anchor?
c )   Call the master at once