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Q9. Explain the influence of a charter on operation of propulsion and other ship board machineries during a voyage. After taking over ship as Chief Engineer you have been informed that ship is on time charter and has a history of unforeseen auxiliary machinery breakdown at sea. State the different options you have and actions you would take as Chief Engineer prior to the commencement of voyage.

Q9. To operate engines in compliance with the new IMO 2020 Sulphur limits and to prepare the engine and auxiliaries for the changes in fuel characteristics, is a challenge for owners, operators and crews. From the Chief engineer’s perspective, explain the following briefly:

(a) Cylinder lubrication strategies;

(b) Compatibility issues between fuel bunkered at differed ports.

(c) Procedures employed for preparing fuel oil tanks onboard.

Q4. Guidelines on Maritime Cyber Risk Management are laid down in MSC. FAL.1/Circ.3, Considering these guidelines elaborate following:

(a) Name all the onboard systems which are prone of cyber risks due to vulnerabilities created by accessing, interconnecting or networking of such systems,

(b) Explain the Elements of Cyber risk management .

(c) With regard to resolution MSC. 428(98) on cyber risk management, what requirement is made mandatory for shipping companies ( Company holding Document of compliance). Specify since when this requirement is enforced.

Q4. Referring to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, discuss:

a) Flag State & Port State responsibilities.

b)On-board & On-shore Compliant Procedures.

c) Detainable deficiencies.

d) Grievance Redressal Mechanisms for Indian seafarers.

Q1. Define communication. Enumerate and discuss the different types of communications. Discuss the various barriers to effective communication.

You are doing a main engine decarbonisation and the work is carried out in two groups, one working on the cylinder head platform and the other group working in the bottom platform. Identify the areas in this operation where there can be a hazard due to failure of communication. Also suggest risk mitigation measures to mitigate the hazard of failure of communication.

Q6. With reference to MEPC 76, the combined technical and operational approaches to improve energy efficiency of ships and GHG reduction measures, explain the below mentioned new requirements:

(a) Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index(EEXI)

(b) Carbon Intensity Indicator(CII) and CII rating.

Q7. Improvements in Rudder efficiency can considerably contribute to improving propulsion effectiveness. Discuss common rudder-efficiency improvements devices/ techniques currently in use, referring to the following:

(a) Rudder Thrust Fins

(b) Asymmetric Rudders

(c) Rudder Bulbs

(d) Grim Vane Wheels

Q5. With reference to Marine Insurance, write short notes on following:

(a) Port of Refuge

(b) Particular Average and General Average

(c) Total Loss and Constructive Loss.

Q6. Regarding Ballast Water Management Convention explain

(a) Ballast Water Exchange Standard

(b) Ballast Water Performance Standard

(c) Treatment methods for ballast water

(d) Approved methods for treatment system using active and non-active substances.

(e) What are the marine pollution problems related to port development such as ballast water , dredging and spills from ships.