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Q3: With reference to Regulation 12 of SOLAS Chapter XII, dealing with Water Level Detection and Alarm Systems to spaces:

A. Type of ships Water Level Detection and Alarm System is required to be installed. (7)

B. Brief description of such installation. (6)

C. Requirements with respect to detection system. (4)

D. Requirements with respect to an alarm system. (3)

Q1. A. Sketch the cross-section of a bulk carrier with either deep or shallow double bottom showing the type of framing used;

B. Describe the corrosion problems experienced with ballast tanks;

C. state how such tanks are protected against extensive corrosion.

Q2. Several casualties have been reported involving ships carrying Bauxite as cargo.

Discuss the causes of such casualties and the specific care and action be taken, taking into account the provisions of relevant IMO instruments, when handling and carrying bauxite in bulk.