STCW Security Awareness 2

Question 1

Under the ISPS Code, a Ship Security Plan (SSP) must be approved by which authority?

Accepted Answer

The flag State Administration or recognized security organization

Answer

The SSP must be approved by the flag State Administration or a recognized security organization acting on its behalf.

Question 2

Which of the following actions best describes 'security vigilance' aboard a vessel?

Accepted Answer

Remaining alert to unusual behavior, suspicious items, and unauthorized access attempts

Answer

Security vigilance means continuously observing and reporting anything unusual that could indicate a security threat.

Question 3

A crew member notices an unknown bag left unattended in the engine room. What is the FIRST correct action?

Accepted Answer

Do not touch it and immediately report to the Ship Security Officer

Answer

Unattended bags should never be touched; they should be reported immediately to the SSO as a potential security threat.

Question 4

The Declaration of Security (DoS) is an agreement between:

Accepted Answer

A ship and a port facility outlining each party's security responsibilities for an interface

Answer

A DoS is a formal agreement between a ship and port facility (or ship-to-ship) defining their respective security responsibilities during the interface.

Question 5

Which Security Level requires the highest degree of security measures because a security incident is probable or imminent?

Accepted Answer

Security Level 3

Answer

Security Level 3 is set when a security incident is probable or imminent and requires the most stringent protective measures.

(STCW) Standards Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers Practice Test

(STCW) Standards Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers Practice Test

STCW Security Awareness 2