CHIEF ENGINEER Unit 9 Q3

1 / 10

Why might the experience and qualifications of personnel influence the composition of the engineering watch?

C) Because unqualified personnel prefer lighter workloads

D) Because experience determines the need for rest breaks

A) Because qualified personnel are less costly

B) Because experience and qualifications ensure that staff are capable of handling emergencies and routine operations

2 / 10

How does the vessel’s location and operating conditions impact the engineering watch composition?

C) The location determines the meal timing on board

D) The operating condition affects only the deck crew

A) Different regions require different licenses

B) Harsh or challenging environmental conditions may require additional watchkeepers

3 / 10

What information regarding ongoing maintenance should be conveyed to the relieving officer during the watch handover?

D) The estimated time for future maintenance

A) The specific spare parts inventory

B) Details of any ongoing or recently completed maintenance tasks

C) The number of maintenance personnel on board

4 / 10

Which of the following is a key criterion for determining the composition of the engineering watch?

C) The time zone of the vessel's location

A) The crew's recreational preferences

B) The operational condition of machinery

D) The dining schedule on board

5 / 10

Which of the following would NOT typically influence the engineering watch composition?

B) The availability of spare parts in the storeroom

D) The vessel’s operating conditions

C) The qualifications of available personnel

A) The anticipated workload of machinery

6 / 10

What must be conveyed to the relieving officer about alarms and the alarm system during the watch handover?

B) Any currently active alarms or bypassed alarms

D) The types of sounds associated with each alarm

C) The color of the alarm indicators

A) The frequency of alarm checks

7 / 10

Which of the following items of information should be conveyed to the relieving officer before taking over the engineering watch?

C) The scheduled entertainment programs

B) The current operational status of main and auxiliary machinery

A) Details of any planned crew meals

D) The crew rotation schedule

8 / 10

Which of the following is crucial to convey about the vessel’s power distribution system during the handover?

D) The power consumption of the crew cabins

A) The scheduled power outages for maintenance

B) The status of the current electrical load and any isolated circuits

C) The color coding of cables

9 / 10

Which of the following should also be communicated to the relieving officer?

D) The quantity of food supplies onboard

A) The upcoming engine inspection report

C) The daily water consumption by the crew

B) The bilge and ballast tank levels

10 / 10

Why is it important to inform the relieving officer about the location of the vessel at sea?

D) To help them prepare for meal schedules

C) To inform them about nearby ports

B) To ensure they understand the engine load and potential challenges related to the vessel's position

A) To allow them to update the navigation systems

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