Question asked (3005):

Some centrifugal cargo pumps on oil tankers are designed with an automatic stripping system, which
allows the cargo tank to fully discharge its contents. By what principle does such a stripping system
operate?

Selected answer:

By the optimum size and positioning of the suction inlet that feeds the automatic stripping system,
which ensures that the cargo oil tank is discharged to the maximum possible extent.

Correct answer:

On the basis that, if cargo vapour can be stopped from entering the cargo pump suction inlet, the flow
will continue without cavitation.

Question asked (32255):

A system for the continuous monitoring of the concentration of hydrocarbon gas shall be fitted in cargo
pump-rooms of oil tankers. A continuous alarm shall be automatically activated when the hydrocarbon
gas concentration reaches a pre-set level. What are the criteria for pre-setting the alarm level?

Selected answer:

No higher than 5% of LEL.

Correct answer:

No higher than 10% of LEL.

Question asked (34337):

After passing through the scrubbing tower in an inert gas system on an oil tanker, what is the
approximate level of carbon dioxide in the inert flue gas?

Selected answer:

1%

Correct answer:

13%Installation:
Question asked (2944):

In oil cargo calculations, what is ASTM table 53A/B used for?

Selected answer:

On entering with a volume in long tons, a conversion factor is found that will convert that volume to U.S.
barrels (bbls).

Correct answer:

On entering with a given density at the observed temperature, the corresponding density at the
standard 15 degrees Centigrade is found.

Question asked (2999):

The Reid Vapour Pressure (RVP) test is a simple and commonly used method for measuring which of the
following characteristics of an oil cargo?

Selected answer:

The nominal vapour pressure of the liquid at 38.7 degrees C.

Correct answer:

The absolute vapour pressure of the liquid at 37.8 degrees C.

Question asked (3012):

In respect of exposure to vapours from oil cargoes, how is the value of “Short Term Exposure Limit”
determined?

Selected answer:

The airborne concentration of a toxic substance averaged over any 30 minute period, usually expressed
in ppm.

Correct answer:

The airborne concentration of a toxic substance averaged over any 15 minute period, usually expressed
in ppm.
Question asked (31448):

How much can the concentration of oxygen in the air decrease before it is dangerous to stay in the
atmosphere without breathing apparatus?

Selected answer:

Correct answer:

2 – 3 %.

Question asked (32274):

What is the purpose of the “Mud Box” on a tanker?

Selected answer:

It is the box under the manifold to catch spills when connecting the discharge or loading hose.

Correct answer:

It is at the end of the pipeline in the tank and restricts any particles and solids entering the pipeline
system.

Question asked (33690):

What do the letters “TPC” stand for?

Selected answer: Trim per Centimetre.

Correct answer:

Tonnes per Centimetre.

Question asked (1009):

You are planning the discharge of a crude oil tanker with segregated ballast tanks. It is anticipated that
when the vessel leaves port, she will encounter bad weather. Which of the cargo tanks should be crude
oil washed as a priority?

Selected answer:

All the cargo tanks that were not Crude Oil Washed in the last discharge port.

Correct answer:

The dedicated heavy weather ballast tank(s).

Question asked (2795):

When describing Crude Oil Washing on an oil tanker, what name is given to areas within a cargo tank
that are not directly impinged, or struck, by the stream from tank washing machines?

Selected answer:

Hidden areas.

Correct answer:

Shadow areas.

Question asked (2882):

What do the letters API stand for in relation to oil cargo calculations?

Selected answer:

Approved Petroleum Inspector.

Correct answer:

American Petroleum Institute.

Question asked (2994):

If an oil tanker is built with a “free flow system”, what does this mean

Selected answer:

That the cargo is free flowing in all tanks at all times.

Correct answer:

A vessel without ordinary bottom lines where the cargo flows from tank to tank through bulkhead
valves.

Question asked (3234):

Are there any restrictions about how much sludge we can pump overboard on the sea voyage?

Selected answer:

Maximum is 30 litre pr nautical mile and total is 1/10000 part of full cargo on the ballast voyage.

Correct answer:

Maximum is 30 litre pr nautical mile and total is 1/30000 part of full cargo on the ballast voyage.

Question asked (3336):

A common expression is for example 2 across. What does this mean.

Selected answer:

All wing tanks.

Correct answer:

CT2, WT2 port, WT2 starboard.

Question asked (31441):

What is the purpose of explosimeters?

Selected answer:

Measure electric charging in the atmosphere.

Correct answer:

Measure the amount of explosive gases in % of LEL.

Question asked (32275):

Why are the tank lids and other access points usually round on the deck of an oil tanker?

Selected answer:

To allow several people to have visual access to the tank at the same time.

Correct answer:

To avoid localized stress points at any corners.

Question asked (33688):

What is the name given to the special list of cargo loaded on board a ship that needs to be prepared for
reporting and other administrative purposes?

Selected answer:

Stowage Plan.

Correct answer:

Manifest.
Question asked (33705):

Your vessel is a tanker, discharging to a facility where the storage tanks are up on a hill behind the quay.
You have a problem with your hydraulic plant and the system shuts down. What must be done with the
manifold and why?

Selected answer:

The valve must be checked for free and proper operation, as it may have been damaged by a pressure
shock when the system stopped.

Correct answer:

The valve must be shut to avoid backflow due to the head of pressure from shore.

Question asked (33989):

In describing an oil cargo, what is its “pour point”?

Selected answer:

The lowest temperature at which a gas converts back to liquid.

Correct answer:

The lowest temperature at which it will remain fluid.

Question asked (34000):

During tank washing operations on an oil tanker, it is a requirement that the atmosphere within the tank
is maintained with an oxygen content of not more than 8% by volume, but which of the following
conditions is also a requirement?

Selected answer:

That a negative pressure is maintained .

Correct answer:

That a positive pressure is maintained .

Question asked (34498):

When cargo discharge reaches stripping levels on an oil tanker, it is necessary to reduce the inert gas
pressure. Why is this?

Selected answer:

To avoid over-capacity in the IG generator.

Correct answer:

To minimise blowback.

Question asked (34506):

The abbreviation “NPSH” is often seen in connection with the efficiency of cargo pumps on oil tankers.
What does this abbreviation stand for?

Selected answer:

Natural Pumping Standard Height.

Correct answer:

Net Pressure Suction Head.

Question asked (1087):

When documenting Crude Oil Washing operations in the Oil Record Book, which of the following must
be included in the sequence of entries?

Selected answer:

The ullage in the tank at the commencement of washing.

Correct answer:

The method of establishing that the cargo tanks were dry.

Question asked (2771):

On oil tankers, the effluent water from an inert gas scrubber and the condensate water which collects in
the deck main has which of the following chemical characteristics?

Selected answer:

It is neutral.

Correct answer:

It is acidic.

Question asked (2794):

When carrying out a Crude Oil Washing operation, why is it a necessary to partly discharge the tank
before commencing washing?

Selected answer:

It is essential that the nozzles of a tank-washing machine can rotate freely at a minimum distance of 1
metre above the surface of the cargo. By part-discharging the tank, this distance is guaranteed.

Correct answer:

It is essential that only “dry” oil is used, to avoid the risk of electrostatic discharge from water droplets.
By part-discharging the tank, any water that has settled out on the voyage and is lying under the oil will
be removed.

Question asked (2885):

What does crude oil consist of?

Selected answer:

A natural mixture of carbon and sulphur isomers.

Correct answer:

A natural mixture of simple and complex hydrocarbon compounds.

Question asked (2920):

What is the purpose of the deck water seal on the deck of an oil tanker?

Selected answer:

To automatically compensate for temporary fluctuations in inert gas pressure within the cargo spaces.

Correct answer:

To prevent the passage of petroleum gases back to the machinery spaces.

Question asked (2922):

You are the Officer on Watch on an oil tanker during a discharging operation. An alarm on the Inert Gas
Plant indicates that no inert gas is being supplied to replace the discharging cargo. What will you do?

Selected answer:

Activate the inert fans and blow fresh air into the cargo tanks.

Correct answer:

Immediately stop the discharging.

Question asked (2949):

The arrival ballast water on non SBT vessels must contain maximum 15ppm (parts pr. million) of oil to
fulfil the regulations in force. How many ppm is 1 % by volume.

Selected answer:

100 ppm.

Correct answer:

10,000 ppm.
Question asked (32217):

In discussing the chemistry of oil, to which of the following chemical groups do Hydrocarbons belong?

Selected answer:

Inorganic substances.

Correct answer:

Organic substances.

Question asked (32267):

What new stability problems would be caused by having deep double bottom tanks on double hull oil
tankers?

Selected answer:

The depth of the Double bottom would require additional strength members.

Correct answer:

The Metacentric Height (GM) would have to be considered.

Question asked (32853):

What can be done to minimize the reduction of GM due to free surface?

Selected answer:

Load fluids only into tanks with transverse subdivision bulkheads.

Correct answer:

Reduce the number of slack tanks.

Question asked (32886):

What are the ideal conditions required to satisfactorily conduct an Inclining Experiment?

Selected answer:

All derricks lowered and no moving items on deck and in store rooms.

Correct answer:

All of the suggested answers.

Question asked (33689):

What is meant by the term “segregation”?

Selected answer:

The planned adjacent stowage of packaged goods, thereby confining a listed hazard within the same
area of the ship.

Correct answer:

The planned, separated stowage of cargoes that may react dangerously with each other in the event of
leakage or other damage.

Question asked (33692):

What do you understand by the term “luffing”?

Selected answer:

The combined movement of hoisting a load and slewing the crane, employed when lifting a load from a
dockside over and into a ship’s hold, or vica versa.

Correct answer:

The raising or lowering of a crane jib, moving the head of the crane and therefore a suspended load
horizontally towards or away from the crane.
Question asked (2894):

What is polymerisation?

Selected answer:

When unsaturated chemical compounds are cooled down, the molecules react with each other and
form large molecules.

Correct answer:

When unsaturated chemical compounds are heated under pressure, the molecules react with each
other and form large molecules.

Question asked (32147):

When handling drugs…

Selected answer:

Shut off the ventilation in the room where the drugs are being stored to ensure any vapours or fumes do
not spread to other parts of the ship.

Correct answer:

Wear skin protection and a facemask.

Question asked (32279):

What is the purpose of having corrugations in the bulkheads in the cargo tanks of an oil tanker?

Selected answer:

The bulkheads are corrugated to reduce the effects of Free Surface

Correct answer:

To provide strength, but with clean, clear surfaces within the tank.
Question asked (32281):

What is the required capacity of the inert gas plant?

Selected answer:

At a rate of at least 150% of the maximum rate of discharge capacity.

Correct answer:

At a rate of at least 125% of the maximum rate of discharge capacity.

Question asked (32282):

The demister unit is located close to the inert gas scrubber. What is the purpose of the demister?

Selected answer:

To remove sulphur oxides.

Correct answer:

To remove water from the IGS stream.

Question asked (33990):

In describing oil cargoes, what is “sour crude”?

Selected answer:

A crude oil cargo which has left substantial residues in the bottom of the tank after discharge

Correct answer:

A term used to describe crude oil or products containing appreciable amounts of hydrogen sulphide
and / or mercaptans .
Question asked (373):

You are the Master onboard at a VLCC of 280.000 tdw and have received a telex from the Cargo
Terminal asking if your SPM moorings are according to the OCIMF standard. What fittings must you have
to comply?

Selected answer:

One tongue-type/hinged bowstopper with centre bow closed fairlead – Capacity 200 tons

Correct answer:

Two tongue-type/hinged bowstoppers with separate closed fairleads – Capacity 200 tons.

Question asked (1017):

According to 33 CFR 156, oil tankers trading in US waters are required to test and document the testing
of cargo transfer hoses and transfer pipe system. What is the minimum requirement when testing these
components?

Selected answer:

That no leakage occurs under dynamic fluid pressure of less than 1.5 times the maximum allowable
working pressure.

Correct answer:

That no leakage occurs under static liquid pressure of at least 1.5 times the maximum allowable
working pressure.

Question asked (1083):

What is the definition of volatile liquids (oil/oil products?

Selected answer:

Liquids with flashpoint below 40 degrees C.

Correct answer:

Liquids with flashpoint below 60 degrees C.

Question asked (3418):

What is the definition of “clingage”?

Selected answer:

Cleanliness of cargo tanks on completion of Crude oil Washing (COW).

Correct answer:

Oil remaining on walls or on internal surfaces of cargo tanks after discharging.

Question asked (10469):

A cargo hold containing such cargo as nitrates, chlorates etc which produces oxygen under the influence
of heat catches fire while the vessel at sea. How would you deal with this?

Selected answer:

Close the hatches and use the fixed C02 system because water cannot be used with this type of cargo

Correct answer:

Use large quantities of water as soon as possible.

Question asked (33707):

What is the master’s position if he is asked to load a container that is incorrectly manifested, but which
is believed to contain dangerous goods, about which insufficient information is supplied?

Selected answer:

If it it approved by the operations department, he can assume all safety checks have been carried out
and should load it.

Correct answer:

He has the authority to refuse it.

Question asked (34343):

In oil cargo calculations, what is the relationship between absolute and gauge pressure?

Selected answer:

Absolute pressure = gauge pressure x 0.947 barometric pressure.

Correct answer:

Absolute pressure = gauge pressure + barometric pressure.

Question asked (2887):

Subject to allowance by the Port State Authority a tanker with defect oil discharge monitoring and
control system (ODME) may undertake?

Selected answer:

The vessel will be detained until ODME is rectified.

Correct answer:

One ballast voyage before proceeding to a repair port.

Question asked (2887):

Subject to allowance by the Port State Authority, a tanker with a defective oil discharge monitoring and
control system (ODME) may continue to trade for a limited period before a repair is effected. What
period is allowed and what conditions apply?

Selected answer:

The vessel may discharge her cargo but will then be detained in port until the ODME is made fully
operational and approval from the Port State Authority obtained.

Correct answer:

One ballast voyage before proceeding to a repair port.

Question asked (3005):

Some centrifugal cargo pumps on oil tankers are designed with an automatic stripping system, which
allows the cargo tank to fully discharge its contents. By what principle does such a stripping system
operate?

Selected answer:

By the optimum size and positioning of the suction inlet that feeds the automatic stripping system,
which ensures that the cargo oil tank is discharged to the maximum possible extent.

Correct answer:

On the basis that, if cargo vapour can be stopped from entering the cargo pump suction inlet, the flow
will continue without cavitation.

Question asked (32255):

A system for the continuous monitoring of the concentration of hydrocarbon gas shall be fitted in cargo
pump-rooms of oil tankers. A continuous alarm shall be automatically activated when the hydrocarbon
gas concentration reaches a pre-set level. What are the criteria for pre-setting the alarm level?

Selected answer:

No higher than 5% of LEL.

Correct answer:

No higher than 10% of LEL.

Question asked (34337):

After passing through the scrubbing tower in an inert gas system on an oil tanker, what is the
approximate level of carbon dioxide in the inert flue gas?

Selected answer:

1%

Correct answer:

13%.
Question asked (33664):

What may be issued by the shipper to indicate that a vessel or her operators will not be held responsible
for any damage that may arise from the carrier issuing a clean Bill of Lading, even though the Mate’s
receipt is marked as “unclean”, such as may apply to atmospheric corrosion on steel plates that have
been waiting in a port facility for some time awaiting shipment?

Selected answer:

Don’t know.

Correct answer:

A Letter of Indemnity.

Question asked (33682):

Who will verify the computational results and actual ship data used by the calculation program on a
vessel’s stability computer?

Selected answer:

The engineer attending the installation and initial on-site testing.

Correct answer:

The Classification Society.

Question asked (32249):

According to MARPOL there are requirements regarding minimum amidships draught for crude oil
tankers in ballast condition. What is the formula for calculating minimum draught amidships?

Selected answer:

2.0 + 0.02L .

Correct answer:

2.0 + 0.02L
Question asked (34334):

In ISGOTT, petroleum products are divided into two general groups for the purposes of indicating
flammability, based on flashpoint and vapour pressure. These two groups are named ‘Volatile’ and ‘Non-
volatile’. To be considered Non-volatile, which of the following criteria must be met?

Selected answer:

With a Flashpoint of 60 degrees C or above (open cup method), these liquids produce, when at any
normal ambient temperature, equilibrium gas concentrations above the Upper Flammable Limit.

Correct answer:

With a Flashpoint of 60 degrees C or above (closed cup method), these liquids produce, when at any
normal ambient temperature, equilibrium gas concentrations below the Lower Flammable Limit.

Question asked (34344):

MARPOL Annex VI and IMO MSC Circ 585 “Standards for Vapour Emission Control Systems” require that
P/V valves in such a system on an oil tanker should relieve the pressure or vacuum once they reach
specified levels in a cargo tank. The design is approved by the administration, but what are the usual
pressure and vacuum levels required to activate the P/V valves?

Selected answer:

Pressure: 3.2 psi (0.22 bar) Vacuum: 1 psi (0.069 bar).

Correct answer:

Pressure: 1 psi (0.069 bar) Vacuum: 0.5 psi (0.034 bar).

Question asked (1017):

According to 33 CFR 156, oil tankers trading in US waters are required to test and document the testing
of cargo transfer hoses and transfer pipe system. What is the minimum requirement when testing these
components?

Selected answer:

That no leakage occurs under dynamic fluid pressure of less than 1.5 times the maximum allowable
working pressure.

Correct answer:

That no leakage occurs under static liquid pressure of at least 1.5 times the maximum allowable
working pressure.

Question asked (1049):

What is the most probable place that any oil will flow over the ship’s side in case of an overflow during
loading/discharging?

Selected answer:

Near the hatch of the tank being loaded/discharged.

Correct answer:

Aft part of the tank-deck.

Question asked (1942):

In most ports, tankers are required to discharge in enclosed atmosphere.What is the required capacity
of the I.G.Blowers in relation to cargo pumps ?

Selected answer:

100 pct.?

Correct answer:

125 pct?
Question asked (2029):

A conventional tanker has most of its tanks slack during the discharging of oil cargo, it is not of any great
consequence; however, if an OBO has most of its holds slack during discharging (or loading) of oil cargo
this will:

Selected answer:

Have not much effect on stability as these vessels are designed for such conditions?

Correct answer:

Likely cause a sudden or violent list due to the very large free surface in the broad beamed holds?

Question asked (2948):

In respect of washings from the cargo area of an oil tanker, what is the maximum instantaneous rate of
oil that can be discharged into the sea when a vessel is outside a special area, proceeding en route, has
in operation a monitoring and control system for the discharge of oil and is located more than 50
nautical miles from the nearest land?

Selected answer:

300 litres per nautical mile.

Correct answer:

30 litres per nautical mile.

Question asked (3005):

Some centrifugal cargo pumps on oil tankers are designed with an automatic stripping system, which
allows the cargo tank to fully discharge its contents. By what principle does such a stripping system
operate?

Selected answer:

On the principle that if the suction is fitted low enough in the cargo oil tank and a specified minimum
trim is maintained, suction will be available until the tank is completely discharged.

Correct answer:

On the basis that, if cargo vapour can be stopped from entering the cargo pump suction inlet, the flow
will continue without cavitation.

Question asked (3006):

According to the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA-90), oil carrying vessels trading in U.S. waters are
required to carry oil spill clean up equipment for the containment and removal of on-deck spills. For a
vessel of over 400 feet (121.9 metres) in length, what volume of oil must they be able to handle?

Selected answer:

1 barrel (0.16 cubic metre).

Correct answer:

12 barrels (1.91 cubic metres).

Question asked (32220):

In discussing the effeciency of a cargo pump, such as may be used on an oil tanker, what term is usually
used to describe the absolute pressure of a liquid at the inlet to a pump minus the vapour pressure of
the liquid?

Selected answer:

Effective Suction Head Pressure.

Correct answer:

Net Positive Suction Head Available.

Question asked (32251):

What is the requirement regarding number of slop tanks on oil tankers of 70,000 tons and above
delivered after 31 December 1979?

Selected answer:

Shall be provided with 1 slop tank.

Correct answer:

Shall be provided with at least 2 slop tanks.

Question asked (33708):

By what formula is the displacement calculated?

W = Displacement; L = length; B = Breadth; D = depth of

vessel; Cb = Block Coefficient; Cw = Coefficient of waterplane; RD = relative density;

Selected answer:

W = L x B x d x Cb
Correct answer:

W = L x B x d x RD.

Question asked (33936):

When does a bulk carrier experience extreme tension in bottom structure during fast rate loading?

Selected answer:

During correct loading pattern but with heavy cargo.

Correct answer:

During loading of heavy cargo in midship hold.

Question asked (34340):

Hydrogen sulphide is a component associated with crude oil cargoes. At which of the following
concentrations will dizziness, headache, nausea, etc occur within 15 minutes, followed by loss of
consciousness and possibly death, after 30-60 minutes exposure?

Selected answer:

50-70 ppm.

Correct answer:

500-700 ppm.
Question asked (34499):

By the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ship’s Ballast Water and Sediments,
oil tankers are required to have a ballast water exchange plan that involves replacing ballast taken
onboard at the previous port. What percentage volumetric exchange must be achieved?

Selected answer: 100%.

Correct answer:

95%.

Question asked (34511):

Certain oil cargoes, such as aviation turbine kerosenes or diesel oils, are specifically noted in ISGOTT as
having an inherent hazard that requires ship’s staff to monitor tanks containing them when on passage.
What is that hazard?

Selected answer:

They can release acidic elements when the ship is passing through tropical sea areas and the sea
temperature rises above 30 degrees Celsius. A sharp odour may give an indication od increased
corrosion which will require examination and possible attention after discharge.

Correct answer:

They can absorb oxygen during the refining process and later release it into oxygen deficient
atmospheres such as the ullage spaces in cargo tanks; the spaces should be monitored and the
atmosphere adjusted if necessary.
Question asked (1015):

You are the officer in charge of discharging an oil tanker in Corpus Christi, USA. The applicable sections
of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations require that there be current Oil Transfer Procedures available
on board. What do the regulations require in terms of the format of, and accessibility to, those Transfer
Procedures?

Selected answer:

That the Master of the vessel engaged in a transfer shall, before commencing any transfer operation,
ensure that all crew members involved in that operation shall be familiar with the applicable operating
and emergency procedures and be capable of communicating in a common language with terminal
operators.

Correct answer:

That the procedures be legibly printed in a language or languages easily understood by personnel
engaged in the transfer operation and permanently posted or available at a place where crew
members can see and use them.

Question asked (1044):

If you use chemicals for cleaning up an oil-spill on the water, what would the chemicals do?

Selected answer:

Remove the oil from the water

Correct answer:

Disperse or dissolve the oil into the water.

Question asked (2000):

What is the result of a “high metacentric height”?

Selected answer:

The vessel will have a great bending moment?

Correct answer:

The vessel will roll violently?

Question asked (2027):

An Oil tanker experiences large bending moments and therefore the deck scantlings must be maintained
within “x” length amidships, where “x” is:

Selected answer:

Half Length.

Correct answer:

0.4 Length.

Question asked (1087):

When documenting Crude Oil Washing operations in the Oil Record Book, which of the following must
be included in the sequence of entries?

Selected answer:

The ullage in the tank at the commencement of washing.

Correct answer:

The method of establishing that the cargo tanks were dry.

Question asked (2771):

On oil tankers, the effluent water from an inert gas scrubber and the condensate water which collects in
the deck main has which of the following chemical characteristics?

Selected answer:

It is neutral.

Correct answer:

It is acidic.

Question asked (2794):

When carrying out a Crude Oil Washing operation, why is it a necessary to partly discharge the tank
before commencing washing?

Selected answer:

It is essential that the nozzles of a tank-washing machine can rotate freely at a minimum distance of 1
metre above the surface of the cargo. By part-discharging the tank, this distance is guaranteed.

Correct answer:

It is essential that only “dry” oil is used, to avoid the risk of electrostatic discharge from water
droplets. By part-discharging the tank, any water that has settled out on the voyage and is lying under
the oil will be removed.

Question asked (2885):

What does crude oil consist of?

Selected answer:

A natural mixture of carbon and sulphur isomers.

Correct answer:

A natural mixture of simple and complex hydrocarbon compounds.

Question asked (2920):

What is the purpose of the deck water seal on the deck of an oil tanker?

Selected answer:

To automatically compensate for temporary fluctuations in inert gas pressure within the cargo spaces.

Correct answer:

To prevent the passage of petroleum gases back to the machinery spaces.

Question asked (2922):

You are the Officer on Watch on an oil tanker during a discharging operation. An alarm on the Inert Gas
Plant indicates that no inert gas is being supplied to replace the discharging cargo. What will you do?

Selected answer:

Activate the inert fans and blow fresh air into the cargo tanks.

Correct answer:

Immediately stop the discharging.

Question asked (2949):

The arrival ballast water on non SBT vessels must contain maximum 15ppm (parts pr. million) of oil to
fulfil the regulations in force. How many ppm is 1% by volume.

Selected answer:

100 ppm.

Correct answer:

10,000 ppm.

Question asked (32217):

In discussing the chemistry of oil, to which of the following chemical groups do Hydrocarbons belong?

Selected answer:

Inorganic substances.

Correct answer:

Organic substances.

Question asked (32267):

What new stability problems would be caused by having deep double bottom tanks on double hull oil
tankers?

Selected answer:

The depth of the Double bottom would require additional strength members.

Correct answer:

The Metacentric Height (GM) would have to be considered.

Question asked (32853):

What can be done to minimize the reduction of GM due to free surface?

Selected answer:

Load fluids only into tanks with transverse subdivision bulkheads

Correct answer:

Reduce the number of slack tanks.

Question asked (32886):

What are the ideal conditions required to satisfactorily conduct an Inclining Experiment?

Selected answer:

All derricks lowered and no moving items on deck and in store rooms.

Correct answer:

All of the suggested answers.

Question asked (33692):

What do you understand by the term “luffing”?

Selected answer:

The combined movement of hoisting a load and slewing the crane, employed when lifting a load from a
dockside over and into a ship’s hold, or vica versa.

Correct answer:

The raising or lowering of a crane jib, moving the head of the crane and therefore a suspended load
horizontally towards or away from the crane.
Question asked (34506):

The abbreviation “NPSH” is often seen in connection with the efficiency of cargo pumps on oil tankers.
What does this abbreviation stand for?

Selected answer:

Nominal Pressure Suction Head.

Correct answer:

Net Pressure Suction Head.

Question asked (33689):

What is meant by the term “segregation”?

Selected answer:

The planned adjacent stowage of packaged goods, thereby confining a listed hazard within the same
area of the ship.

Correct answer:

The planned, separated stowage of cargoes that may react dangerously with each other in the event
of leakage or other damage.
Question asked (34507):

According to ISGOTT, flue gas that is produced by the burning of a fuel oil that has a high sulphur
content will typically contain which of the following amounts of sulphur dioxide?

Selected answer:

200 ppm

Correct answer:

2,000 ppm

Question asked (34289):

In describing the characteristics of oil cargoes or oil / water slops, what is a ‘mercaptan’?

Selected answer:

A chemical additive blended with crude oil to inhibit the natural “rotton egg” smell associated with
certain grades.

Correct answer:

A colourless, odorous gas, with a smell similar to rotting cabbage and which is generated naturally by
the degredation of natural organisms, as may be found where water has remained under oil for a long
time.

Question asked (34493):

What is the approximate API gravity of Arabian Light Crude?

Selected answer:

27 degrees.

Correct answer:

33 degrees.
Question asked (34503):

Depending on density or API, an error measurement of 0.1 degree Fahrenheit in a tank containing
50,000 cubic metres (314,491 barrels) of oil will result in which of the following volumes?

Selected answer:

7 cubic metres (44 barrels).

Correct answer:

25 cubic metres (157 barrels).

Question asked (34505):

According to ISGOTT, when in-service testing a hose used for cargo transfer on an oil tanker (and for
which the elongation of the hose assembly when new was greater than 2.5%), what is the maximum
permitted elongation before the hose must be withdrawn from service?

Selected answer:

Not less than 1.5 times the temporary elongation measured when the hose assembly was new, as
documented in the manufacurer’s certificate.

Correct answer:

Not more than 1.5 times the temporary elongation measured when the hose assembly was new, as
documented in the manufacturer’s certificate.

Question asked (1657):

ISGOTT draws attention to the risk of electrostatic potential in a mist produced by using oil and water
mixture in Crude Oil Washing operations. How does the Guide recommend this is avoided?

Selected answer:

Crude Oil Washing, where the oil source is stored in a slop tank or other tank that has previously
contained slops, should be avoided.
Correct answer:

Before washing begins, any tank that is to be used as a source of oil for Crude Oil Washing should be
partly discharged to remove any water that has settled out during the voyage. The discharge of a layer
of at least 1 metreis necessary for this purpose.

Question asked (34341):

Hydrogen Sulphide in crude oil and certain other oil products is most obviously associated with
problems of vapour inhalation, but which of the following is also a serious problem associated with this
component, particularly in high concentrations?

Selected answer:

Acid build-up.

Correct answer:

Corrosion.

Question asked (34500):

When discharging dirty ballast from an oil tanker at a high flow rate with main cargo pumps, the limiting
factor on permitted overboard discharge is the instantaneous rate of discharge of oil. Which of the
following formulae is used to calculate this rate?

Selected answer:

Instantaneous rate of discharge (l/h) = oil content (ppm) x flow rate (l/h) / speed (knots) x 10,000

Correct answer:

Instantaneous rate of discharge (l/nm) = oil content (ppm) x flow rate (m3/h) / speed (knots) x 1,000
Question asked (34501):

Oil tankers built and delivered after 6th July 1986 must have a double hulled ballast arrangement
extending throughout the cargo tank length, or wing ballast tanks that extend throughout the cargo tank
length. If it is the latter, what design feature is applied to guard against pollution in the event of the
bottom being breached?

Selected answer:

Additional level sensors and alarms must be fitted to give early warning of oil outflow.

Correct answer:

The cargo tank levels must be set so that hydrostatic pressure will stop oil outflow.