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Q6. State the various documents pertaining to a ship that a port state control inspector would ask for during port state control inspection. If your vessel-gets detained by the PSC owing to a deficiency, what would be your action for redressal

Q4. 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.

Q8. Briefly discuss the following with respect to safety of navigation:

A. Bridge Navigation Watchkeeping Alarm System (BNWAS)

B. Long Range Identification and Tracking of ships (LRIT)

C. Voyage Simplified Voyage Recorder (VDR/S-VDR)

Q5. Receiving of bunkers is an important aspect of a Senior Engineers responsibility, A. Stale the safety precautions that should be observed when bunkering; B. Explain the importance of taking samples when bunkering; C. Explain a preferred method of taking samples, D. State the effect of each in a fuel oil – i. High density; ii. High pour point; iii. High water content

Q8. a) Discuss the rights and expectations of seafarers in relation to occupational safety

as per Maritime Labour Convention.

b) What are the steps taken to reduce discrimination among seafarers due to differences in age, gender, language, nationality, and culture?

Q2. With reference to free fall lifeboat of an ocean-going ship:

A. Periodical maintenance, tests and checks on lifeboat and releasing gear.

B. Secondary means of lowering.

C.  Lifeboat Drills.

Q7. A. State the hazards which may be encountered when entering an enclosed space and the precautions that should be taken; B. Sketch and describe an oxygen analyser which can be used to sample the atmosphere in void or closed spaces; C. Instruction given to junior as per the ISM procedures.

Q5. With reference to arresting the headway of vessels of considerable mass, give reasoned opinions on EACH of the following statements: A.  Full power availability for astern running of the propeller is inconsequential; B. Results have been disappointing in those instances where rudders have been adapted to act as retarders; C. Discreet use of transverse thrust units may reduce stopping distance.

Q3. Explain the purpose of NOx Technical Code and its applicability to marine diesel engines. (7)

b) Explain certification requirements under NOx Technical Code. (6)

c) Explain the purpose of NOx technical file and its importance (6)