Deck Safety and Pollution Flashcards
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When must a 'confined space entry permit' be obtained before entering a void space on a vessel?
Answer: Before every entry, regardless of previous access history
A confined space entry permit must be obtained before every entry because atmospheric conditions can change rapidly at any time.
What is the purpose of the 'Garbage Management Plan' required by MARPOL Annex V?
Answer: To provide written procedures for collecting, storing, and disposing of garbage
The Garbage Management Plan provides written procedures that all crew must follow for handling, storing, and disposing of ship-generated garbage.
A seaman notices a trail of oil on the water alongside the ship. The FIRST action should be:
Answer: Notify the officer on watch immediately
Immediate notification to the officer on watch is the first action so the source can be identified and stopped, preventing further pollution.
What does the abbreviation 'PPE' stand for in a maritime safety context?
Answer: Personal Protective Equipment
PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment, such as hard hats, gloves, goggles, and safety boots used to protect workers from hazards.
Under MARPOL Annex II, noxious liquid substances (NLS) are categorized to determine:
Answer: The type of prewash and discharge procedures required
NLS categories (X, Y, Z) under MARPOL Annex II determine the prewash requirements and discharge procedures before tank cleaning effluent can be released.
Which of the following best describes a 'dead man switch' as used in maritime safety equipment?
Answer: A safety device that stops a machine if the operator loses control or consciousness
A dead man switch automatically stops equipment if the operator releases pressure or becomes incapacitated, preventing runaway machinery.
How should a seaman safely handle a wire rope with a 'meat hook' (broken strand protruding)?
Answer: Use heavy leather gloves and handle the wire with the hook pointing away
Heavy leather gloves and careful handling with the protruding strand directed away prevent serious lacerations from broken wire strands.