VTS Core Nautical Knowledge 2

Question 1

What does the term 'beam' refer to on a vessel?

Accepted Answer

The widest part of the vessel

Answer

The beam is the maximum width of a vessel measured at its widest point.

Question 2

In VTS operations, what is a 'traffic separation scheme' (TSS)?

Accepted Answer

A routing measure separating opposing traffic flows with separation zones

Answer

A TSS is an IMO-adopted routing measure that separates opposing streams of traffic by establishing lanes and separation zones to reduce collision risk.

Question 3

What is meant by 'under keel clearance' (UKC)?

Accepted Answer

The vertical distance between the vessel's keel and the seabed

Answer

Under keel clearance is the vertical distance between the lowest point of the vessel's keel and the seabed beneath it.

Question 4

When a vessel is described as 'port side to' when berthing, what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

The vessel's port side will be against the dock

Answer

Port side to means the vessel will moor with its port (left) side alongside the berth or dock.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a pilot boarding ground?

Accepted Answer

A designated area where a marine pilot boards or disembarks a vessel

Answer

A pilot boarding ground is a designated area, typically outside a port, where a marine pilot boards a vessel to assist with navigation into port.

(VTS) Vessel Traffic Services Operator Exam Practice Test

(VTS) Vessel Traffic Services Operator Exam Practice Test

VTS Core Nautical Knowledge 2