What is meant by the term “two-blocked”?
A) The bottom block touches the top block. B) The line has jumped the sheaves. C) There are turns in the fall. D) You have two blocks. E)NULL
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Which problem is virtually impossible to detect during an in-service inspection of used anchor chain?
A) Cracks B) Elongation C) Loose studs D) Fatigue E)NULL
Angular motion about the longitudinal axis of a vessel is known as __________.?
A) pitch B) surge C) sway D) roll E)NULL
You are lifting a one-ton weight with a swinging boom. When comparing the stresses on the rig with the boom at 20° to the horizontal to the stresses when the boom is at 60° to the horizontal, which statement is TRUE?
A) The angle of elevation does not change the stresses in the masthead fairlead for the topping lift. B) The stress on the head block is greater at 60°. C) The stress on the heel block is greater at 60°.…
You are planning to use the crude oil washing system on your tankship. What is required to prevent electrostatic buildup in the tanks?
A) The portable machines should be set at the proper drop for the first wash before the fixed machines are used. B) The tank used as the source for the tank cleaning machines should be debottomed for at least one…
One method of removing kinks from fiber rope is to __________.?
A) coil the line against the lay B) tow the line astern until it straightens C) stretch the line until it reaches its elastic limit D) cut out each kink and splice E)NULL
In relation to the turning circle of a ship, the term “kick” means the distance __________.?
A) around the circumference of the turning circle B) gained at right angles to the original course C) gained in the direction of the original course D) or throw of a vessel’s stern from her line of advance upon putting…
On a sea going towing vessel of 150 GT, there are six (6) seamen in the deck crew. How many certificated able seamen are required if the voyage is over 600 miles?
A) 4 B) 3 C) 2 D) 1 E)NULL
Which part of a conventional cargo gear rig provides for vertical control and positioning of a boom?
A) Cargo whip B) Gooseneck fitting C) Spider band D) Topping lift E)NULL
When must the owner or Master of a towing vessel retest a towline or remove it from service?
A) When the record of its material condition lapses for 3 months or more. B) After it jams on the towing winch. C) After it drags on the bottom. D) When it has not been used for over 60 days.…