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Marine Fuel Management and Switching Operations

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“MINTRA CET — Marine Fuel Management and Switching Operations” contains 5 questions across 1 collection.

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The Global Sulphur Cap reduced the permissible sulphur emission limit to which of the following?

One correct answer

  • 0,5 % m/m.✓ Correct answer
  • 0,1 % m/m.
  • 3,5 % m/m.
MARPOL requires all vessels that use more than one fuel type to carry detailed procedures that specify which of the following?

Multiple correct answers

  • Emergency procedures in case of engine failure or loss of propulsion.✓ Correct answer
  • How fuel oils are segregated.✓ Correct answer
  • The changeover plan for each passage into and out of an ECA.✓ Correct answer
  • How many crew are onboard.
  • The qualifications of all engine room personnel.
Which of the following issues can arise during switching operations?

Multiple correct answers

  • Failure to adjust the quantity requirements of the burner or fuel injector could result in a loss of power, increased smoke emissions and ignition problems.✓ Correct answer
  • Poor temperature control can result in thermal shock.✓ Correct answer
  • Mixing incompatible fuels can create sludge resulting in clogged pipes, pumps and filters.✓ Correct answer
  • Improved lubrication within the engine resulting in decreasing wear and tear.
During switching operations, at what rate should temperatures be changed at to reduce the risk of thermal shock?

One correct answer

  • Around 2 °C per minute.✓ Correct answer
  • Around 2 °C per second.
  • Around 5 °C per hour.
All steps of the change-over procedure must be recorded in which of the following?

Multiple correct answers

  • Marine Sulphur Record Book.✓ Correct answer
  • Engine Logbook.✓ Correct answer
  • Bridge Logbook.✓ Correct answer
  • Oil Record Book.

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