STCW Cargo Handling & Stability 2

Question 1

What does the term 'metacenter' refer to in ship stability?

Accepted Answer

The point about which a slightly inclined vessel rotates when heeled

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The lowest point of the ship's keel

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The geometric center of the cargo hold

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The center point of the ship's propeller

Question 2

What is 'angle of loll' in ship stability?

Accepted Answer

An angle at which an unstable vessel with negative GM comes to a temporary equilibrium on its side

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The maximum angle a ship can heel before capsizing

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The normal rolling angle in calm water

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The angle of the bow relative to the seabed

Question 3

Which international code governs the carriage of dangerous goods in packaged form by sea?

Accepted Answer

IMDG Code

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IMSBC Code

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ISM Code

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MARPOL Annex III

Question 4

What document must accompany a shipment of dangerous goods at sea?

Accepted Answer

A Dangerous Goods Declaration completed by the shipper

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Bill of lading only

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A crew manifest

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A port state control certificate

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a cargo plan on a ship?

Accepted Answer

To show the location, quantity, and nature of all cargo stowed aboard

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To assign crew duties during cargo operations

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To record the daily earnings from cargo transport

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To plan the ship's voyage route

Question 6

What is 'deadweight tonnage' (DWT) of a ship?

Accepted Answer

The total weight the ship can carry including cargo, fuel, water, stores, and crew

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The weight of the ship's hull and machinery only

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The weight of the ship when completely empty

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The weight of cargo only, excluding fuel and stores

Question 7

What does 'trim' refer to in the context of a ship?

Accepted Answer

The difference in draft between the bow and the stern

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The lateral inclination of a vessel

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The cleanliness of the ship's hull

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The angle of the mast from vertical