CHIEF ENGINEER Unit 15 Q3

1 / 10

Which safety check is crucial regarding personnel before re-flooding the dock?

A) Ensure all crew have disembarked

D) Provide crew with life jackets

B) Conduct a headcount to confirm all personnel are accounted for and clear of danger areas

C) Assign additional personnel to assist with re-floating

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Why is it important to secure all loose equipment and cargo before the vessel enters the dock?

D) To make room for dock workers

C) To reduce the vessel's weight for docking

B) To prevent damage or injury during docking operations

A) To comply with customs regulations

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Which of the following is an essential precaution regarding the vessel's weight distribution before entering dry dock?

C) Draining all fuel tanks completely

A) Loading extra cargo to increase stability

D) Filling all freshwater tanks to capacity

B) Adjusting ballast to ensure an even keel and proper trim

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Why is it important to ensure that all hull openings are properly secured before re-flooding?

B) To maintain the vessel's structural integrity

D) To improve hydrodynamic efficiency

C) To prevent water ingress that could lead to flooding inside the vessel

A) To prevent unauthorized access to the vessel

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Which of the following should be verified regarding sea valves before re-flooding the dock?

A) All sea valves are open

B) All sea valves are closed and secured

D) Sea valves are painted over

C) Sea valves are removed for maintenance

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Which precaution should be taken regarding overboard discharge valves before entering dry dock?

D) Paint over all overboard discharge valves

A) Open all overboard discharge valves

C) Remove overboard discharge valves for inspection

B) Close and secure all overboard discharge valves

7 / 10

Why must the area around the vessel be inspected before re-flooding the dock?

B) To check for any environmental hazards in the water

C) To confirm no tools or equipment are left that could cause damage

D) To take photographs for documentation

A) To ensure all dock workers have left the area

8 / 10

What should be done regarding the vessel's hull before re-flooding the dock?

D) Mark any remaining defects for future repair

A) Apply a final coat of paint

B) Conduct a thorough inspection to confirm all repairs are completed

C) Remove all protective coverings

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Why is it important to test essential systems such as steering and propulsion before entering the dock?

B) To confirm they are operational for safe maneuvering into the dock

D) To ensure they can be repaired in the dock if faulty

C) To deplete any remaining fuel in the system

A) To use them as backup power sources during docking

10 / 10

What communication measure should be taken before the vessel enters the dock?

A) Announce the docking on public radio

C) Ensure all relevant personnel understand the docking plan

B) Notify the crew to take shore leave

D) Disable all communication devices to prevent interference

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