CHIEF ENGINEER Unit 2 Q1

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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Designated Person Ashore (DPA)?

D) Ensuring adequate resources are available for safe vessel operation

C) Conducting the vessel’s maintenance and repair operations

B) Providing a communication link between ship and shore management

A) Monitoring the vessel’s safety and pollution prevention practices

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Why is the role of the DPA considered critical in emergency situations?

D) The DPA handles all public relations for the ship

A) The DPA provides direct instructions to the crew on technical matters

C) The DPA coordinates support and resources from shore to help manage and resolve emergencies on board

B) The DPA oversees financial matters for the vessel

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Which of the following certificates demonstrates that a company complies with the ISM Code?

C) International Tonnage Certificate

D) Certificate of Financial Responsibility

A) International Load Line Certificate

B) Document of Compliance (DOC)

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Which two certificates must a vessel carry to demonstrate ISM Code compliance?

C) Safety Equipment Certificate and Passenger Ship Safety Certificate

B) Document of Compliance (DOC) and Safety Management Certificate (SMC)

D) Load Line Certificate and Classification Certificate

A) International Safety Certificate and Port State Control Certificate

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What is the purpose of the Safety Management Certificate (SMC) under the ISM Code?

A) To certify that a vessel complies with specific national labor laws

D) To ensure compliance with customs and immigration laws

C) To document a ship’s structural integrity

B) To certify that a vessel’s Safety Management System is implemented effectively on board

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What is the primary purpose of having a Designated Person Ashore (DPA) as per the ISM Code?

B) To act as a point of contact between the crew and the company, ensuring the Safety Management System (SMS) is effectively implemented

D) To oversee the cargo loading process

A) To provide legal representation for the shipowner

C) To manage the ship’s financial transactions

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