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Q1. a) What do you understand by the term ‘EEXI’? Provide an overview and its implementation process. (8)

b) Discuss the improvement methods commonly considered in order to achieve energy efficiency optimization with respect to EEXI? (12)

Q3. a) Explain why bunkering is considered a hazardous operation? What type of casualty can occur during bunkering? Discuss the implications of such incidents, if so happens. (10)

b) Name the bunkering procedure to be followed.

i) in preparation of receiving bunkers. (4)

ii) while receiving bunkers. (3)

iii) on completion of bunkering. (3)

Q4. a) What are the Sulphur limits for fuel in use under MARPOL? (5)

b) What happens if compliant fuel cannot be obtained in the port of bunkering? (5)

c) What if the Sulphur analysis resulting from a commercial analysis does not match the bunker delivery note? (5)

d) What are the timelines for installation of “in use” fuel sampling points on ships? Does it apply for existing ships? (5)

Q5. Write short notes on the following:

(a) EPIRB and SART (5)

(b) Hydrostatic Release Unit (HRU) (5)

(c) Pyrotechnics (5)

(d) Muster list indicating essential elements (5)

Q6. (a) State the causes of scavenge fire in a two-stroke engine and explain how the possibility of such an occurrence can be reduced. (10)

(b) If a scavenge fire does occur what action should be taken? Discuss the use of CO2 and dry powder for extinguishing such a fire and describe a fixed installation for applying one of these substances. (10)

Q7. a) What are the requirements of Emergency Source of electrical power as per SOLAS Convention as amended, in cargo ships? (6)

b) Name the services that are required to be supplied power from emergency source. (6)

c) What are the starting arrangements for emergency generating sets? (8)

Q8. How would you test the preparedness of your ship in anticipation of a Port State Control (PSC) inspection, before arrival port in the following areas:

(a) Paint store and galley (4)

(b) Fire control station and CO₂ room (4)

(c) Steering gear including chemical locker (4)

(d) Lifeboat deck (8)