CHIEF ENGINEER Unit 7 Q3

1 / 10

How frequently should the operator at the emergency steering position communicate the rudder’s position to the bridge?

D) At the end of the emergency

C) Every hour during routine checks

B) Continuously, to provide real-time feedback

A) Only when there is a change in course

2 / 10

Which of the following should be closely monitored at the emergency steering station to ensure the system’s functionality?

A) Battery levels on the bridge

C) Fuel levels for the auxiliary generator

D) Engine RPMs

B) Pressure or power levels of the hydraulic or electric steering system

3 / 10

After the emergency has passed and bridge control is restored, what documentation should be completed?

D) No documentation is required

A) Maintenance schedule updates only

B) Logbook entries detailing the incident, actions taken, and time of control transfer

C) Emergency steering station shutdown report

4 / 10

If the emergency steering position lacks direct communication with the bridge, what method should be used to receive course corrections?

D) Communicate only when the engine room intervenes

B) Use portable radios or sound-powered telephones

A) Use hand signals

C) Wait for bridge personnel to visit the steering room

5 / 10

What is the first action that should be taken when transferring control to the local, emergency steering position due to a bridge control failure?

D) Disable all steering systems temporarily

C) Immediately attempt to restore bridge control before switching

A) Continue steering from the bridge to verify failure

B) Notify the bridge and engine room about the control transfer

6 / 10

Upon resuming control from the bridge, what should be verified about the emergency steering system?

C) That all emergency protocols are ignored

D) That it is permanently disconnected from the rudder

B) That it is fully powered down to save energy

A) That it is left in standby mode for quick reactivation if needed

7 / 10

What is an appropriate course of action if the emergency steering system also fails while underway?

B) Attempt to repair the emergency system locally, if possible

D) Wait until the vessel is in port to address the issue

C) Return control to the bridge steering console

A) Notify the bridge and stop all engines immediately

8 / 10

In order to align the rudder with the required course at the emergency steering position, the operator should:

D) Ignore rudder positioning until further notice

C) Set the rudder to the maximum position

A) Use rudder angle indicators to match the desired angle

B) Rely on visual cues only

9 / 10

Once the emergency steering station is activated, which of the following should be used to steer the vessel?

C) The electronic joystick on the bridge

B) Manual hydraulic or electric controls at the local steering position

A) Automatic pilot controls

D) Remote control from the bridge radio

10 / 10

After notifying the bridge, what is the next step in switching to the emergency steering position?

B) Engage the autopilot mode on the emergency steering

A) Isolate the power supply to the bridge steering controls

C) Physically switch to manual control at the emergency steering station

D) Shut down all electrical systems on board

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