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Q2. With reference to classification society’s survey, explain the following

A. Why a Class certificate is issued to a newly built ship after satisfactory completion of survey and sea trials, what is the purpose of a Class certificate?

B. Is it necessary to call a Class surveyor after repair or alteration to the ship’s structure If so, why?

C. Describe the requirement for initial and periodical survey respect to International Load Line.

Q2.  What is understood by risk on board a ship? As a second engineer discuss various methods for hazard identification and assessment of the potential risks on board.

Q8. With respect to refrigeration gases used on-board vessels, answer the following:

a). Explain Ozone Depleting Potential (ODP) and Global warming potential (GWP) of conventional refrigerant gases. (7)

b). Name the alternate refrigerant gases available and being used on board. (7)

c). Explain the steps you will take to ensure that release of refrigerant gases from the plant in minimized during normal operation and during maintenance activities. (6)

Q4. With reference to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, briefly discuss the following:

a) Explain the key principles of the MLC about seafarers' rights and working conditions. (6)

b) What measure does the MLC prescribe for seafarer's protection against harassment and bullying? (7)

c) Explain the role of the flag Slate and Port State in enforcing MLC Regulations. (7)

Q9. A. State the instructions you as Second Engineer will give to watch keepers with respect to boiler uptake fire;

B. State how the incidence of uptake fires may be minimized.

C. State the reasons for blow-back from the furnace of an auxiliary boiler.

D. State the standing instructions you might have received from your Chief Engineer With respect to the avoidance of boiler furnace blow-back.

Q6. With reference to “ISM Code” write short notes on:

A. Master overriding authority. (5)

B. Requirement and Advantages of Familiarization of seafarer onboard, (5)

C. Designated Person Ashore (DPA) (5)

D. Functional requirements for a Safety Management System. (5)

Q7. With reference to SOLAS Chapter III,

(a) List the items to be included in muster lists and emergency instructions. (4)

(b) List the items which were contained in the training manual of your last ship. (4)

(c) Describe what maintenance are carried out on- board ships, of all life saving appliances. (6)

(d) State the requirements for passenger muster stations. (3)

(e) Describe the frequency of fire drill and boat drill, and how they should be conducted. (3)

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.

Q8. With reference to activated fin stabilizers give reasons why:

(a) For large vessels such units are preferred to passive tanks; (6)

(b) These units are preferred for passenger and fast cargo ships; (6)

(c) Partial rather than maximum damping of ship movement in heavy weather is advisable for reasons other than overstressing of fin stocks and activating gear. (8)