STCW Personal Survival 2

Question 1

When abandoning ship, what is the correct order of actions before entering the water?

Accepted Answer

Don lifejacket, check for hazards below, then descend by ladder or rope

Answer

Before entering the water, seafarers should don their lifejacket, visually check for debris or hazards below, and use a ladder or rope rather than jumping from height.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of the spray hood on an inflatable liferaft?

Accepted Answer

To protect occupants from wind and waves

Answer

The spray hood protects occupants from wind, spray, and breaking waves, helping to prevent hypothermia and maintain body heat.

Question 3

How should a survivor in the water signal their position to a searching helicopter at night?

Accepted Answer

Use a waterproof flashlight or the lifejacket light

Answer

A waterproof flashlight or the automatic lifejacket light provides a visible signal to searching helicopters at night.

Question 4

What does the term 'cold shock' describe in a maritime survival context?

Accepted Answer

The sudden cardiovascular reaction when entering cold water

Answer

Cold shock is the immediate involuntary gasp reflex and cardiovascular stress that occurs within the first few seconds of entering cold water.

Question 5

What is the recommended swimming technique to conserve body heat in cold water when not wearing a survival suit?

Accepted Answer

Adopt the HELP (Heat Escape Lessening Posture) position

Answer

HELP involves drawing the knees to the chest and holding the arms tight to the body to reduce heat loss from the groin, armpits, and head.

(STCW) Standards Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers Practice Test

(STCW) Standards Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers Practice Test

STCW Personal Survival 2