Term 1 of 492
What type of respirator filter cartridges should you
use for protection against hydrogen sulfide?
Acid Gas
None. Only a self contained breathing apparatus is
acceptable
Organic Vapour
Radionucleides, highly toxic dusts, mists and fumes
Term 2 of 492
When taking liquid samples for hydrogen sulphide
testing in accordance with IP 570 [ASTM D7621] what
is the approximate level to which sample containers
must be filled?
50%
80%
95%
100%
,Term 3 of 492
Which of the following statements is correct?
a. Closed and restricted sampling equipment is essentially
the same
b. Restricted sampling equipment may allow small amounts
of vapour to escape to atmosphere
c. Closed sampling equipment is designed to prevent any
escape of vapour to atmosphere
d. Answers b. and c. are correct
Term 4 of 492
If possible, should you seal a vessel's cargo system
sea-valves or any equivalent connection to the ballast
system prior to loading?
No
Yes
Term 5 of 492
What information must be recorded when taking a
temperature of a cargo using an in-line probe ?
a. The last calibration date
b. The serial number of the unit being used.
c. The last two times the probe was checked for
accuracy
d. Answers a., b. and c. are all wrong
,Term 6 of 492
What is the amount of material found in a tank after
discharge called?
Slops
On Board Quantity (OBQ)
Bunkers
Remaining On Board (ROB)
Term 7 of 492
While sampling a crude ship, the fire alarm sounds.
What action should be taken?
a. Grab a type C fire extinguisher and assist the crew
b. Close the hatch and call for the launch
c. Continue sampling because the crew will take care of the
fire
d. Immediately secure your area and report to the muster
point
Term 8 of 492
When upper-middle-lower samples are taken from a
tank, from what point is the lower sample taken?
1/3 of the liquid height from the tank bottom
At the middle of the tank outlet fitting
1/6 of the liquid height from the tank bottom
150 mm off the tank bottom
, Term 9 of 492
Workers who are regularly exposed to benzene should
have a regular medical examination.
True
False
Term 10 of 492
What is the main reason for taking draft readings on
fully-loaded vessels at the loading port?
To be used at the discharge port in case of a cargo
variance
To enable calculation of trim or list corrections if needed
To compare with draft readings at the discharge port
To ensure adequate cargo drainage
Term 11 of 492
As you enter a bunded/fire wall area to sample a fuel
oil tank, you begin to feel dizzy. What action should
you take?
Get out of the tank area immediately
Take a deep breath and run for the tank ladder
Lie down because there is more oxygen closer to the
ground
Immediately put on your respirator with organic
cartridges
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