STCW Seafarer Safety & Emergency Procedures 2

Question 1

When a 'MAYDAY' distress call is received on VHF Channel 16, what is the immediate obligation of the vessel receiving the call?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge the call and render assistance if possible

Answer

Under SOLAS and international law, all vessels receiving a MAYDAY must acknowledge and provide assistance if able without serious danger to their own vessel or crew.

Question 2

What does the term 'muster' refer to in shipboard emergency procedures?

Accepted Answer

The assembly of all crew and passengers at designated stations

Answer

Mustering refers to assembling crew and passengers at their designated muster stations as directed by the ship's muster list.

Question 3

Under STCW, how often must abandon ship drills be conducted on passenger ships?

Accepted Answer

Once per week

Answer

SOLAS requires abandon ship drills on passenger ships to be conducted weekly, ensuring crew proficiency.

Question 4

What is the correct action if a crew member discovers a fire in a cargo hold?

Accepted Answer

Sound the alarm, report to the bridge, and close all openings to the hold

Answer

Sounding the alarm and closing openings to limit oxygen supply are the immediate priorities; fighting a hold fire alone is extremely dangerous.

Question 5

What information must be included in a distress message sent via DSC (Digital Selective Calling)?

Accepted Answer

MMSI number, nature of distress, and position

Answer

A DSC distress alert automatically includes the MMSI, and operators must follow up with voice details including nature of distress and position.

(STCW) Standards Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers Practice Test

(STCW) Standards Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers Practice Test

STCW Seafarer Safety & Emergency Procedures 2