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Q2. (a) Explain TWO factors that have an influence on the separating process within a centrifugal purifier. (8)

(b) Explain TWO reasons for a purifier not attaining full running speed (8)

Q3. (a) State the operations which should be entered in the Oil Record Book of ALL ships. (12)

(b) State the conditions which must be complied with for the discharge of oily water from machinery spaces. (4)

Q5. (a) Explain the importance of regular fire drills (8)

(b) Describe how a drill relating to a fire in a purifier room may be organised. (8)

Q6. (a) With reference to earth faults on a ships electrical system. State how they are indicated (4)

(b) Describe how the location is found (6)

(c) State the safety precautions necessary in order to carry out repairs (6)

Q7. (a) Name ONE publication dealing with the storage of ships battery (2)

(b) List SEVEN precautions that should be taken when working in an area where batteries are stored (14)

Q8. With reference to transferring large quantities of fuel from low tanks, such as double bottom storage tanks, to higher wing bunker tanks:

(a) Explain the possible effects on the stability of the vessel. (8)

(b) State the important checks to be made before and during the fuel transfer operation. (8)

Q9. Explain the meaning and purpose of EACH of the following ship terms:

(a) Bilge keel (4)

(b) Freeing port (4)

(c) Longitudinal (4)

(d) Frame (4)