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Dangerous Edges

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MINTRA CET includes short topic-based sets such as incident investigation, accommodation safety, anchoring operations and firefighting. Study an individual module, then review your mistakes in your account.

“MINTRA CET — Dangerous Edges” contains 5 questions across 1 collection.

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When planning any work task, crew members should consider which of the following?

Multiple correct answers

  • Any improvements that can be made to shipboard procedures to reduce the likelihood of accidents occurring in the future.✓ Correct answer
  • The safety measures that can be put in place to prevent accidents from occurring.✓ Correct answer
  • Areas on board where crew members are more likely to be exposed to dangerous edges or unguarded openings.✓ Correct answer
  • If any processes can be bypassed to complete the job faster.
Which of the following should be encouraged to help create a strong safety culture on board?

Multiple correct answers

  • Participating fully during toolbox talks and safety briefings.✓ Correct answer
  • Contributing ideas for improvements.✓ Correct answer
  • Not reporting near misses.
Any opening, hatch or edge from where a crew member could fall (apart from a permanent access way) should be fitted with a secure guard, barrier or fencing.

One correct answer

  • True.✓ Correct answer
  • False.
When working aloft, outboard or in any location where there is a risk of falling, which of the following additional items of PPE will be required?

One correct answer

  • A safety harness or a safety belt with shock absorber.✓ Correct answer
  • A safety helmet and appropriate gloves.
  • A welding mask or apron.
Which of the following can help crew stay safe while working closely to unguarded openings and dangerous edges?

Multiple correct answers

  • Carrying out a thorough risk assessment.✓ Correct answer
  • Maintaining good situational awareness.✓ Correct answer
  • Wearing the correct PPE.✓ Correct answer
  • Complying with relevant regulations.✓ Correct answer
  • Removing safety measures.
  • Ignoring procedures.

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