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Life Rafts

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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 — Life Rafts” contains 20 questions across 1 collection.

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Which of the following actions are advised to seafarers to better prepare them for an emergency?

Multiple correct answers

  • Find out what type of life raft is on board the ship and be familiarised with the launching instructions.✓ Correct answer
  • Take full advantage of the training.✓ Correct answer
  • Perform your own emergency drill with the life rafts on board.
How should the rescue boat approach a casualty for recovery?

Multiple correct answers

  • Take extra care in heavy weather.✓ Correct answer
  • Ensure that the boat is not swept onto the casualty by the wind or waves.✓ Correct answer
  • Approach at a safe speed.✓ Correct answer
  • Approach the casualty quickly.
Once on board, it is imperative that the ____ is given the necessary medical attention available and that they are transported to the nearest ____ or rendezvous point. There is always a risk in moving a casualty, especially on a ship at sea with inclement weather, therefore, it should only be done if a threat is imminent. The decision will be made by the onboard ____ as necessary.

One correct answer

  • … casualty … port … medical officer or doctor.✓ Correct answer
  • … casualty … port … captain.
  • … casualty … ship … captain.
  • … crew … casualty … medical officer or doctor.
As per the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), no matter what rank or position, all crew members must complete which of the following basic training?

Multiple correct answers

  • First aid.✓ Correct answer
  • Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB).✓ Correct answer
  • Personal Survival Techniques (PST).✓ Correct answer
  • Firefighting.✓ Correct answer
  • Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats (PFRB).
Which of the following are the benefits of the Marine Evacuation System (MES)?

Multiple correct answers

  • An MES can save up to 700 people in 30 minutes.✓ Correct answer
  • An MES requires little time and effort to assemble.✓ Correct answer
  • An MES can be deployed in 90 seconds by only two members of the crew.✓ Correct answer
  • An MES takes up very little deck space – positioned on the front of the embarkation deck and on the sides of the ship.✓ Correct answer
  • An MES can provide shelter at sea for a long period of time before help arrives.

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