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Q1. A) How is Human Element issue addressed in STCW code. (10)

B) Discuss the IMO guidance on fatigue mitigation and management on board ships. (10)

Q1. With reference to SOLAS 74 amendments 2000, maintenance plan is to be kept on-board ship for firefighting system, Enumerate the list of fire protection system and fire-fighting systems and appliances, which will be required to be included in the maintenance plan. B. Training manual as required by SOLAS 74 amendments 2000, Chapter II-2 contains instructions and information with respect to fire fighting. List the same and their significance.

Q3. With reference to Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) answer the following:

a) Explain the structure of the convention with titles. (10)

b) Briefly, discuss DMLC Part I and II covering welfare measures for seafarers. (10)

Q4. a) Briefly discuss the cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities present in ship systems that could be exploited. Discuss the protective measures and best practices employed to secure ships against cyber threats. (10)

b) Discuss international regulations or guidelines that mandate cybersecurity practices for ships and evaluate their effectiveness in ensuring maritime cybersecurity. (10)

Q5. a) What are NOX & SOX limitations as per Annex VI of MARPOL. (10)

b) Briefly discuss the technical and operational measures taken by ships to reduce NOx & Sox emission. (10)

Q6. With reference to “ISM Code” discuss the following

a) Responsibility of “Company” (5)

b) Impact of ISM code on Maritime Safety and Environment protection (5)

c) Requirement of Internal audit and Management Review (5)

d) Functional requirements and objective of a Safety Management System (5)

Q7. a) Sketch and describe a total flooding CO2 gas system suitable for the protection of machinery spaces. (10)

b) State, with reasons, which valve should be operated first in the system shown in (a). (5)

c) Explain the procedure of entry into the compartment after discharge of CO2.  (5)

Q5. If a small amount of oil is spilled during bunkering and causes a sheen upon the water, state what should be the procedure adopted for pollution control, information to authorities and subsequent bunkering practice.

Q6. With respect to MARPOL 73/78, Annex - II, Noxious liquid chemicals are divided into categories; A. State the number of categories, and what does each category signify. B. State the requirement of Procedures and Arrangements Manual, and what information is available.