DWO Ship Handling 3

Question 1

When using an anchor to assist in turning a vessel in a confined space, which technique is employed?

Accepted Answer

Dropping one anchor and using it as a pivot point

Answer

By letting go one anchor with a short scope, the vessel can use it as a pivot point to swing the stern around in a confined area.

Question 2

The 'transfer' during a turning maneuver refers to:

Accepted Answer

The lateral distance moved perpendicular to the original course

Answer

Transfer is the perpendicular (lateral) distance the ship's center moves from the original track during a turn.

Question 3

A vessel experiences 'bank suction' when:

Accepted Answer

The stern is attracted toward a nearby bank or shoal

Answer

Bank suction occurs when the low-pressure area under the stern is attracted toward the near bank, causing the stern to sheer toward it.

Question 4

When overtaking another vessel in a narrow channel, the overtaking vessel should expect:

Accepted Answer

Interaction forces that attract the two vessels toward each other

Answer

As two vessels pass in close proximity, interaction forces create suction that tends to draw the vessels toward each other.

Question 5

In the event of a main engine failure at sea, what is the immediate priority for ship handling?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the vessel is in a safe position and prevent drifting into danger

Answer

The immediate priority is to assess the vessel's position relative to hazards and take actions to prevent grounding or collision while engineers work to restore power.

(DWO) Deck Watch Officer Practice Test

(DWO) Deck Watch Officer Practice Test

DWO Ship Handling 3