Aux 1 Unit 9 Q11

1 / 10

What is the purpose of verifying the steering gear’s hydraulic pressure before departure?

B) To ensure that the hydraulic pressure is within the specified range, allowing the steering gear to operate efficiently

D) To adjust the vessel's draft

C) To check the vessel's heading

A) To increase the vessel's speed

2 / 10

Why is it important to verify the operation of steering alarms before departure?

C) To adjust the vessel’s ballast tanks

B) To ensure that any failures or malfunctions in the steering system are immediately detected and signaled to the bridge

A) To confirm the vessel's speed

D) To test the ship's bilge pumps

3 / 10

Which of the following checks ensures that the steering gear can be controlled from multiple locations?

C) Measuring the hydraulic fluid temperature

B) Testing the steering gear from both the bridge and the emergency steering position

D) Inspecting the anchor windlass

A) Checking the rudder stock

4 / 10

Which routine maintenance check is crucial for the proper functioning of the steering gear?

D) Testing the ship's communication equipment

C) Checking the condition of the vessel’s hull

A) Lubricating all moving parts, such as rudder stocks and linkages, to reduce friction and wear

B) Calibrating the vessel’s GPS system

5 / 10

Why is it important to check the rudder angle indicator before leaving port?

B) To verify that the rudder angle indicator correctly reflects the actual position of the rudder

A) To ensure the vessel's speed is correct

D) To confirm the vessel's heading

C) To measure the rudder’s temperature

6 / 10

What should be checked to ensure that the steering gear can operate in both normal and emergency modes?

C) The cargo securing arrangements

A) The vessel's propulsion system

B) The emergency steering controls and backup power supply for functionality

D) The ship's radar system

7 / 10

What is the first step to be taken when performing steering gear checks before a vessel leaves port?

D) Test the emergency lighting system

C) Adjust the vessel's speed

A) Check the vessel’s cargo loading

B) Verify that the steering gear system is properly powered and that the hydraulic pumps are operational

8 / 10

Before leaving port, why should the crew review the steering gear maintenance logs?

D) To confirm the ship's cargo manifest

B) To ensure that all scheduled maintenance has been performed and there are no outstanding issues with the steering gear

A) To verify the vessel's fuel efficiency

C) To calibrate the vessel's radar system

9 / 10

Which check is necessary to ensure there are no hydraulic fluid leaks in the steering gear system?

A) Testing the vessel’s fire alarms

D) Inspecting the life rafts

B) Inspecting all hydraulic lines, fittings, and connections for any signs of leaks or damage

C) Checking the vessel's draft

10 / 10

What should be done to verify the responsiveness of the steering gear?

C) Check the vessel’s fuel levels

A) Adjust the vessel’s ballast

D) Inspect the cargo hold

B) Operate the steering gear through its full range of motion to ensure it responds correctly to helm inputs

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