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Port State Control

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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 — Port State Control” contains 12 questions across 1 collection.

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High Risk Ships (HRS):

One correct answer

  • Between 5-6 months after the last inspection in the Paris MOU region.✓ Correct answer
  • Between 10-12 months after the last inspection in the Paris MOU region.
  • Between 24-36 months after the last inspection in the Paris MOU region.
Which of the following ships are exempt from PSC inspections?

Multiple correct answers

  • Fishing vessels.✓ Correct answer
  • Naval auxiliaries.✓ Correct answer
  • Pleasure yachts that are not trading.✓ Correct answer
  • Foreign ships.
Standard Risk Ships (SRS):

One correct answer

  • Between 5-6 months after the last inspection in the Paris MOU region.
  • Between 10-12 months after the last inspection in the Paris MOU region.✓ Correct answer
  • Between 24-36 months after the last inspection in the Paris MOU region.
Which of the following should the crew do during an inspection?

Multiple correct answers

  • Follow the inspection with their full attention.✓ Correct answer
  • Present any issues, with necessary corrective measures, at the beginning of the inspection to avoid the PSCO bringing the issue up.✓ Correct answer
  • Address the PSCO with respect at all times.✓ Correct answer
  • Stay in their accommodation.
What does STCW stand for?

One correct answer

  • The International Convention on Seafarers’ Training, Certification and Working.
  • The International Convention on Seafarers’ Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers.✓ Correct answer

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