SSEP-Jul-21 (1)

Q1. With reference to STCW Convention: A. Explain the principles underlying the STCW Convention; B. Explain how as a senior engineer you would implement the regulation for controlling and monitoring of minimum hours of rest for watchkeepers; C. What type of specific shipboard familiarization is required to be given to a seafarer new to a particular type of vessel?

Q2. With reference to an automatic water sprinkler, fire detecting alarm and extinguishing system for accommodation spaces: – A. (i) Sketch a typical system; (ii) Describe the operation of this system; B. State the sources of water available C. Describe the sprinkler head and its operation; D. State how the temperature rating of the sprinkler head is determined.

Q3. (a) Describe with the aid of sketch the release arrangement for a machinery space fixed firefighting installation using CO2. State in your answer any special need for rapid delivery of the gas and the time permitted for discharge. (b) Explain precautions to be taken prior to the release of CO2. (c) Explain the reason for securing the CO2 bottles, and what checks are carried out with respect to securing for the smooth operation of the system.

Q4. Give a pragmatic approach to dealing with a sea water leakage, which is flooding the engine room and which has the potential of causing serious impairment to a vessel’s stability.

Q5. Prepare a proposal for safe manning requirements for a ship of your choice taking into account the IMO guidelines on the issue, also considering frequent port calls, rest hour management and high-risk areas.

Q6. A. Sketch a circuit that may be incorporated in a control panel for an array of fire detectors. B. Describe (i) Audible fire alarm circuits; (ii) Identification, of zone of fire; and (iii) Automatic change, over from normal power supply.

Q7. With reference to entry into enclosed spaces onboard: A. Define “Enclosed space” and give example of enclosed spaces onboard B. Describe the checks done for testing the atmosphere inside such enclosed spaces. C. Explain safety precautions taken prior to entry into enclosed spaces onboard vessel.

Q8. With reference to the SOLAS 1974 Convention as amended, which outlines mandatory requirements for steering gear tests and drills? A. Describe the test procedure to be carried out within the, 12 hours before departure on a sea-voyage; B. Describe the emergency steering drills that must take place at least once every, 3 months; C. State how often the test in (A) and the drill in (B) should be carried out for ships which regularly engage on voyages of short duration.

Q9. With reference to SOLAS Ch-XII (Additional safety measures for bulk carriers); A. Damage stability requirements for bulk carriers; B. Structural requirements for bulk carriers; C. Water ingress alarm systems.