Q: Tanks can overfill because of human error, possibly leading to a spill. Which of the following options could cause a tank to overfill?
x A: A vacuum lock in the filling valve

Q: Which of the following statements is…[Read more]

Q: Which of the options correctly fills the gap? ‘The…[Read more]

Q: Which of the following toxicity threshold limit exposure terms would normally have the lowest numerical value?
A: TLV-C

Q: Which term is used for the property…[Read more]

Q: What is the estimated number of species transported by ship ballast?
A: More than 10,000 species

Q: According to this module, which three…[Read more]

Q: During an entry to an enclosed space, where should rescue equipment be located? Select the ONE correct answer.
A: At the entrance to the space.

Q: If you are inside an enclosed…[Read more]

Q: How much oxygen is present in normal atmospheric air? Select the ONE correct answer.
A: 21% by volume.

Q: What is the maximum acceptable reading on a flammable gas…[Read more]

Q: Why is it important to have pollution drills?
A: They ensure that planned procedures will work.

Q: How does a crewmember know what their role is in the emergency pollution plan?
A: They will be briefed for it and it may also be shown on the muster list.

Q:…[Read more]

Q: Is the following statement true or false? ‘Before starting any work at height, there should be a full risk assessment undertaken and a permit to work issued.’
A: True

Q: How many points…[Read more]

Q2: Which one of the following best describes why MARPOL requires ships to maintain an oil record book?
A: To provide the authorities with a record of the handling of…[Read more]

Q2: What is the definition of “consequence”?
A: The outcome of an accident

Q3: Risk estimation is?
A: Rating likelihood and consequence

Q4: What is the first step in a risk assessment?
A: Risk identification

Q5: How many percent of all accidents can be…[Read more]

David, Aug 2025
1. Bilge System (Checked Drawing)
(a) Particular about gauge, strainer and small details.
2. MSB safety features
3. IMO Conventions
4. 8 RO of MPA
5. SOLAS Regulations
6. Anchor connected to which part of the vessel (what to do if anchor stuck)
7. Citadel

Q: What is the purpose of the classification of dangerous goods?
A: To group dangerous goods into the most predominant hazards they present

Q: Which of the following best describes dangerous goods?
A: Any materials of items with hazardous…[Read more]

Date: 23-Oct-2024
Time: 0930 am

4 candidate- 3 pass 1 assignment

1. Inclining experiment in detail. Focusing on preparation before carrying out experiment.
2. STP diagram. Focusing on all necessary installation checked by PSC. To confirm STP optimum performance
3. How to check healthy steering, causes of steering gear…[Read more]

As a junior engineer,

1. Immediately inform Second Engineer and Chief Engineer.
A) Chief Engineer and Captain will inform the ship managers, and liaise with the port and agent for shore disposal of the bilge water.

2. Check engine room for source of water contributing to…[Read more]

David and Rui, Oct 2024
1. Bilge system
A) Bilge well high level, started bilge pump but bilge well level is not reducing.
2. MPA’s 8 RO
3. IMO conventions

I would consider carrying out blow down both gauge glass + cross check visible water level with the reading from the remote water level transmitter which sends sign…[Read more]

If my hot water kettle at home is boiling over, obviously first thing is switch off power (or cut off the gas if I’m boiling using stove). Same principle apply to onboard. Assuming this is an Auxiliary Boiler (not talking about composite boiler getting M/E exhaust gas) overpressurised scenario,…[Read more]

Non-return valves has a X on the top of the spindle.

Actual photos of Screw Down Non-Return valve for Bilge Well onboard.

E/R Bilge System pipe line:
Bilge Well -> Strainer -> Valve -> Bilge Pump suction valve -> Bilge Pump suction strainer -> Bilge Pump -> Bilge Pump discharge valve -> Bilge Primary Tank.

Fluid (air/liquid) generally flow from higher pressure zone to lower pressure zone.…[Read more]

Q: Select the TWO options that complete the following statement: Crude oil is a complicated mixture containing…
A: Hydrocarbons, (sulphur and several metals) (plastics and chemicals) (aromatic hydrocarbons and several metals) (sewage and several metals)

Q: When oil enters the sea,…[Read more]

Q2: The foundation of behaviour based safety is to change how we think before we perform tasks.
A: True

Q3: Behaviour based safety encourages punishment when unsafe behaviours are performed.
A:…[Read more]

Q2: Which of the following are required from the ship by the IMO’s Data Collection System (DCS)?
A: The Ship’s IMO number, Hours Underway, Fuel oil consumption (by fuel oil type), Distance travelled

Q3: Who verifies the…[Read more]

Q2: Which of the following describes one of the main problems experienced when dealing with the oil spilled from the Exxon Valdez?
A: Government and industry response plans proved to be unable to…[Read more]

Q2: Is it true that a company having ISO 14001 certification must have a documented environmental policy?
A: Yes

Q3: ISO 14001 uses the term ‘life-cycle’. What does this mean? Select the ONE best answer.
A: All the stages of a product or service from getting the…[Read more]

Q2: Some MARPOL annexes require ships to be surveyed and certificated. Which one of the following is the most likely reason for this?
A: Compliance with some…[Read more]

Q2: Which of the following was the main reason for the Vessel General Permit (VGP) being introduced in 2008?
A: Pollution from ships was found to have increased rapidly

Q3: Which one of the following best…[Read more]

MLA College is a specialist in global education, earning acclaim as an award-winning Higher Education provider. Specialising in UK distance learning degrees, which can be studied from anywhere in the world, our focus extends beyond boundaries, particularly within the dynamic marine and maritime sector. Established in 2012,…[Read more]

The biggest misconception is the “flame” originates from outside of the Flame-proof equipment, and the equipment is specially designated to prevent it from catching fire (or explode). It’s the other way round actually.

Ex “d” = Flame-proof, which means the housing will contain the flame without allowing the flame to escape…[Read more]

– Start the Emergency Generator, if not yet started.
– Stop Main Engine and all Diesel Generators. As needed, activate Quick Closing Valves for Oil Tanks and the engines, activate Emergency Stop for pumps.
– Stop Engine Room Ventilation Blower motors,…[Read more]

5. Monitoring

1. Study focus
[ ] Recent oral questions (I can’t share link to the WhatsApp/Telegram groups sorry)
[ ] Organise notebooks according to topics
A) Pure drawings
B) Machineries information such as working principle, inspection procedure etc. (inclusive of drawings where relevant)…[Read more]

1. Bunkering
– Checklists required: Bunker stem, pre-bunkering meeting etc
– Overflow tank high level alarm test

2. Third Engineer is nice and hardworking but refuses to wear helmet, complaining it’s hot. How do you get him to wear a helmet?
– Company policy, soft and hard approaches

3. Oiler comes to…[Read more]

Q2) What type of evidence is provided by photographs, certificates, log-book entries, and maintenance records?
A) Documentary evidence

Q3) Which…[Read more]