CHIEF ENGINEER Unit 12 Q5

1 / 10

How does a Classification Society ensure the structural integrity of a vessel?

A) By reviewing maintenance records

C) By providing onboard catering services

B) By conducting regular surveys and inspections

D) By supplying spare parts

2 / 10

For a vessel under 15 years of age, what is the maximum period allowed between two consecutive docking surveys?

B) 2 years

A) 1 year

C) 3 years

D) 4 years

3 / 10

What is the typical interval for docking surveys for a vessel less than 15 years old?

B) Every 2 years

D) Every 5 years

A) Every 1 year

C) Every 3 years

4 / 10

Why might a Classification Society be asked to conduct a survey?

B) To document crew shifts

C) To monitor fuel consumption

A) To ensure compliance with international safety standards

D) To arrange for vessel deliveries

5 / 10

Which of the following certificates is issued by a Classification Society?

D) Weather Certificate

A) Port State Control Certificate

C) Seafarer Training Certificate

B) Classification Certificate

6 / 10

What aspect of the vessel is primarily inspected during a docking survey?

A) Crew accommodations

D) Onboard entertainment systems

C) Bridge communication systems

B) Underwater hull and associated equipment

7 / 10

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a Classification Society?

A) Conducting vessel surveys

D) Setting construction standards for ships

B) Issuing safety certificates

C) Hiring crew members

8 / 10

What is the primary role of a Classification Society?

D) To manage port operations

A) To design vessels for shipbuilders

C) To set and enforce safety and structural standards for vessels

B) To provide crew training programs

9 / 10

What happens if a vessel fails a docking survey?

D) It is exempt from future inspections

A) It can continue operations without restrictions

C) It receives a conditional pass to be rectified after 5 years

B) It must undergo repairs and be re-inspected

10 / 10

Why are docking surveys required for vessels less than 15 years old at specified intervals?

D) To replace interior furnishings

B) To update navigational equipment

C) To train new crew members

A) To ensure operational readiness and structural integrity

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