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Q1. The protection of the Marine environment is of utmost importance today.  Discuss;

A. How would you as a Chief Engineer Officer of tanker ensure protection of the environment by compliance with the various Regulation of MARPOL 73/78 Annex l for prevention and control of pollution at sea? B. State requirements for compliance under Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78

Q8. An Indian flag vessel collided with another vessel off the coast of India, as a result few lives were also lost and vessel damaged. In accordance with the provisions under the Merchant Shipping Act, what steps should be initiated and who should initiate such steps for the safety of the ships and the marine environment.

Q8. In an unfortunate incident of Main Engine Crank case explosion on your vessel, the main engine was badly damaged and two engine room personnel suffered serious injuries. Explain how you will present the vessel for subsequent inspections by P&I and H&M insurance companies with special emphasis on the records and documents required in each case to ensure that only genuine claims are honored.

Q4. Illustrate the provision kept towards establishing procedures for identification and testing of “critical” equipment under ISM Code. How the list of critical equipment and systems are made and on what factors are they dependent?

Q1. Differentiate between third party liability and contractual liability. When may the shipowner seek to limit his ability? List the persons entitled to limit liability and claims entrusted.

Q3. With respect to survey and certification state the circumstance which may lead to suspension or withdrawal of class and explain the following terms used by the classification societies. A. Anniversary date; B. Condition of class; C. Window period for survey; D. Memoranda; E. Addition note; F. Statutory recommendation.

Q8. Your vessel has shown a significant increase in fuel oil consumption. Frame a report, in the format of an e-mail message, addressed to the Engineer Superintendent. Discuss the related inspections made, findings established and suggestions for repair, if any.

Q3. A. Discuss IEC and NEMA standards for marine electrical equipment; B. What required for marine electrical cables; C. How will you conform that electrical cables are suitable for intended use on board.

Q9. What are the principal reasons responsible for compounding of machinery vibration in connection with operation of a long stroke diesel engines and associated machinery arrangements? What are the key factors for excitations generated by the engines?