CHIEF ENGINEER Unit 12 Q6

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What is the first step a Classification Society takes in ensuring a new vessel is built to class rules?

A) Surveying the vessel after construction

D) Issuing a crew training certificate

C) Conducting sea trials

B) Reviewing and approving the design plans

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What specific aspect of a new vessel’s construction would a Classification Society likely inspect?

A) The arrangement of kitchen appliances

C) The placement of recreational equipment

B) The welding of hull plates

D) The design of interior decorations

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Which of the following is a condition for a new vessel to receive a Class Certificate?

A) It must have completed three successful voyages

D) It must be registered in a specific country

B) It must pass all inspections and meet design criteria set by the Classification Society

C) It must have a fully trained crew onboard

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What does the issuance of a Class Certificate signify?

C) The vessel has been approved to sail without a crew

D) The vessel has been insured

A) The vessel is exempt from future inspections

B) The vessel has met specific standards for structural integrity and safety

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Which of the following is typically the final step before a Classification Society issues a class certificate?

B) Inspection of the vessel’s logbook

A) Crew certification

D) Planning the vessel’s first voyage

C) Sea trials and final inspection

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Which of the following activities does a Classification Society typically perform during the construction phase of a new vessel?

C) Operating the vessel during initial voyages

B) Conducting regular inspections of construction progress

D) Setting cargo tariffs

A) Training the crew

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Why are sea trials essential before a Class Certificate can be issued?

C) To determine the ideal cargo layout

B) To confirm the vessel's stability, performance, and maneuverability

D) To select the ship's home port

A) To test the crew’s response to emergencies

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What role does a Classification Society play in the selection of materials used for the vessel’s construction?

D) It supplies the materials to the shipyard

A) It specifies and approves materials to meet class standards

B) It selects materials based on aesthetic appeal

C) It chooses the least expensive materials

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How often must a Class Certificate typically be renewed through periodic inspections?

A) Every month

B) Every 5 years, with annual surveys

C) Every 10 years

D) Never

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Why is it necessary for a Classification Society to review the vessel’s design plans before construction?

C) To reduce construction costs

B) To estimate the vessel's fuel consumption

A) To ensure they meet class standards and specifications

D) To set the vessel’s crew requirements

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