Cruise Ship Cruise Ship Safety and Emergency Procedures

Question 1

What is the international distress signal that a cruise ship must sound on its horn?

Accepted Answer

Seven short blasts followed by one long blast

Answer

One long blast

Answer

Three short blasts

Answer

Five short blasts

Question 2

Under SOLAS regulations, how often must cruise ships conduct a passenger muster drill?

Accepted Answer

Within 24 hours of embarkation

Answer

Within 48 hours of departure

Answer

Before or at the time of departure from each port

Answer

Once per voyage

Question 3

What color are the life jackets typically worn by crew members during an emergency on a US-operated cruise ship?

Accepted Answer

Orange

Answer

Red

Answer

Yellow

Answer

Green

Question 4

What does the acronym SOLAS stand for in maritime safety?

Accepted Answer

Safety Of Life At Sea

Answer

Standards Of Lifesaving And Survival

Answer

Ship Operations and Lifesaving Assessment Standards

Answer

Safety Operations for Large Aquatic Ships

Question 5

Which agency in the United States enforces safety regulations aboard cruise ships operating in US waters?

Accepted Answer

US Coast Guard

Answer

Federal Aviation Administration

Answer

Department of Transportation

Answer

National Transportation Safety Board

Question 6

What is a 'muster station' on a cruise ship?

Accepted Answer

A designated assembly point for passengers during emergencies

Answer

A dining area for crew members

Answer

The bridge where the captain commands the ship

Answer

A storage location for life jackets