Security and Emergency Preparedness Flashcards

When conducting a security inspection of a vessel's cargo hold, the watch officer is specifically looking for:

Answer: Unauthorized persons, suspicious packages, or signs of tampering with cargo

Security inspections of cargo spaces focus on detecting stowaways, IEDs, tampered cargo, or any signs of unauthorized access.

An immersion suit (survival suit) inspection should verify which of the following?

Answer: Suit integrity, zipper function, retro-reflective tape condition, and light operation

Immersion suit inspection checks zipper functionality, suit integrity (no tears), retro-reflective tape, and the attached light and whistle.

Under US maritime law, a 'credible threat' to a vessel's security requires the Master to notify:

Answer: The nearest Coast Guard district and the Company Security Officer

Credible security threats must be reported to the USCG and the Company Security Officer as required by 33 CFR Part 104.

The Williamson Turn maneuver is preferred for man overboard recovery in which specific condition?

Answer: Restricted visibility or night when the point of entry may be lost

The Williamson Turn returns the vessel to its original track line, making it ideal in restricted visibility when the MOB position may be uncertain.

Which pyrotechnic signal is required to be carried on vessels as a distress signal under SOLAS?

Answer: Red parachute rocket flares

SOLAS requires vessels to carry red parachute rocket flares as distress signals; they are visible at long range and comply with international conventions.

A vessel security drill should test which aspect of the ship security plan (SSP)?

Answer: Response to at least one threat scenario relevant to the vessel's operations

Security drills must exercise a realistic threat scenario from the SSP to verify crew roles, communications, and response procedures.

If a vessel's ISSC expires while at sea and cannot be renewed before the next port call, the Master should:

Answer: Notify the flag state administration immediately and request interim certification or guidance

The flag state administration must be notified immediately so they can issue interim certification or provide official guidance for the vessel's continued operation.