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Q1. Explain the actions that the Engineer Officer of the Watch should take on discovering the lagging on the main engine exhaust, within the funnel spaces, was on fire. (16)

Q2. With reference to refrigeration systems used on board ships:

(a) With the aid of sketch show the location of the gas charging connection. (6)

(b) Explain the correct method of charging refrigerant. (10)

Q3. With reference to the prevention of pollution at sea regulations, explain EACH of the following:

(a) Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plans (SOPEP). (8)

(b) Oil Record Book. (8)

Q4. With reference to an aerobic sewage treatment plant:

(a) Explain the need for continuous aeration (6)

(b) Describe the hazards that may be present when the plant requires internal maintenance or inspection. (10)

Q5. (a) Describe the immediate action that should be taken in the event of discovering a fire in the accommodation spaces, whilst at sea. (8)

(b) Briefly describe the organisation of the TWO main emergency parties on board a ship. For EACH party state who is in charge, their responsibility and how their efforts are co-ordinated (8)

Q6. (a) List FIVE precautions that should be taken before any work is carried out on electrical equipment. (10)

(b) Identify THREE additional precautions to those in (a), if it has become essential to work near to live equipment. (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. Describe, with the aid of a sketch, the structural features of the bow which impart structural strength. (16)