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Q7. For an ISM certification, explain the key clauses, which are required to be complied with obtaining Interim DOC, State the responsibility of a Second Engineer with respect to satisfactory implementation of SMS on board ship.

Q4. (a) Sketch a line diagram of a mechanical low expansion foam fixed firefighting system suitable for machinery spaces.

(b) Describe the operation of the system sketched.

(c) Explain how a mixture of foam making compound and sea water are converted into foam.

Q5. India, one of the world's five major ship recycling countries, has acceded to the IMO Hong Kong Convention, the treaty that will set global standards for safe and environmentally sound hip recycling.

Discuss the key features of "The Hong Kong International convention for the safe and environmentally sound Recycling of Ships''.

Q4. A. Sketch a simplified circuit that may be incorporated in a control panel for an array of fire detectors.

B. Describe the following features that may be found in a control panel for fire detectors:

i) Audible fire alarm circuits;

ii) Identification, of zone of fire;

iii) Automatic change, over from normal power supply

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.

Q6. Steering system failure has caused shipping casualties and oil pollution. Discuss

a) The causes of such failure (8)

b) The precaution necessary in design, operation, and maintenance of these systems. (6)

c) Requirements on tankers, which was made mandatory after the shipping casualty. (6)

Q7. Explain the following with reference to MARPOL Annex-VI

a) Ozone depleting substances and its emissions control. (7)

b) Volatile Organic and its emissions control. (6)

c) NOx emissions and its control from ships. (7)

Q3: With reference to Regulation 12 of SOLAS Chapter XII, dealing with Water Level Detection and Alarm Systems to spaces:

A. Type of ships Water Level Detection and Alarm System is required to be installed. (7)

B. Brief description of such installation. (6)

C. Requirements with respect to detection system. (4)

D. Requirements with respect to an alarm system. (3)

Q8. With reference to Port State Control: A. State the various MOU’s and the purpose of having a port state control regime; B. Give at least 3 examples of deficiency which may lead to detention of your vessel; C. If your vessel gets detained by the PSCO owing to a deficiency, what woul be your action for redressal.