Q1. a) State the difference between Flag State control and port State control (PSC). Under which International Conventions Port State Control be exercised. (10)
b) What do you understand by Memorandum of Understanding in respect of PSC. (10)
Q7) Regulation 13F Annex I of MARPOL73/78 deals with prevention of oil pollution in the event of collision or stranding. Describe a double hull type of construction and sate if any other type of construction provides equivalent protection (20)
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) For an ISM certification, explain the key clauses, which are required to be complied with obtaining Interim DOC. (10)
b) Describe the frequency and purpose of management reviews under the ISM code. How often should management reviews be conducted, and what key elements should be addressed during these reviews to maintain and improve the effectiveness of the SMS? (10)
Q5. a) List the precautions that must be taken before releasing CO2 into the engine room in the event of a fire. Why is it critical to ensure these steps are followed to safeguard crew and equipment? (7)
b) Describe the actions that should be taken immediately after CO2 release to manage the fire and prevent re-ignition. (6)
c) Explain the factors that determine the quality of CO2 required for effective fire suppression in ship’s engine room. Outline the formula and method used to calculate the number of CO2 bottles needed on board. (7)
Q6. a) Explain the concept of survey harmonization in the context of ship inspections. What is the primary objective of harmonizing surveys under international regulations, and how does it benefit ship operators and regulatory bodies? (10)
b) Describe the types of surveys that can be harmonized and outline the challenges involved in implementing a harmonized survey schedule. How does harmonization impact the scheduling, documentation, and efficiency of inspection processes for ships? (10)
Q7. a) Describe the purpose of type approval for oily water separators (OWS) on ships. What criteria must an OWS meet to receive type approval, and why is this important for marine environmental compliance? (10)
b) Explain the main difference between the MEPC 60(33) and MEPC 107(49) standards for oily water separators. How did the updates in MEPC 107(49) enhance the performance requirements and monitoring capabilities for oily water separation, and what additional compliance measures were introduced? (10)
Q8. a) Explain the purpose of the IMO Noise Code and its significance in protecting crew members’ health and safety on board ships. What are the primary noise level limits established by the Noise Code? (10)
b) Explain the purpose and contents of the Noise Survey Report and the Noise Attenuation Plan, Where applicable. How do these documents support safe noise levels on board, and what role do they play during inspections and audits? (10)
Q9. a) List the documents that must be prepared and kept ready for a SEQ renewal survey. (6)
b) Briefly discuss the equipment that should be checked and made ready for inspection during a SEQ renewal survey? (7)
c) Explain the purpose and contents of the SEQ Certificate Form E and the Approved Record of Safety Equipment. How does each document contribute to verifying compliance with safety equipment regulations on board? (7)
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