DWO Security and Emergency Preparedness 2

Question 1

Under ISPS Code, what is the minimum frequency for conducting vessel security drills?

Accepted Answer

At least once every calendar year with no more than 18 months between drills

Answer

ISPS Code requires vessel security drills at least once every calendar year, with no more than 18 months between drills.

Question 2

A vessel receives a credible bomb threat while in port. The Deck Watch Officer's first action should be to:

Accepted Answer

Notify the Master and initiate the ship's security plan procedures

Answer

The Master must be notified immediately so the ship's security plan bomb threat procedures can be initiated.

Question 3

Which muster list requirement is mandated by SOLAS for passenger vessels?

Accepted Answer

Posted in each passenger cabin and public space

Answer

SOLAS requires muster lists to be posted in passenger cabins and public spaces so all persons aboard can locate their assembly stations.

Question 4

The term 'security level 3' under the ISPS Code means:

Accepted Answer

A security incident has occurred or is imminent, requiring exceptional measures

Answer

Security Level 3 is declared when a security incident is imminent or has occurred, requiring the highest level of protective measures.

Question 5

What is the purpose of the Continuous Synopsis Record (CSR) maintained aboard vessels?

Accepted Answer

Provide a verifiable history of the ship's registration, ownership, and management

Answer

The CSR provides an on-board record of the ship's history including flag state, ownership, and management to aid security and identity verification.

(DWO) Deck Watch Officer Practice Test