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Safety Officer

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About this collection

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 — Safety Officer” contains 5 questions across 1 collection.

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What should new crew members be trained on when they join a new ship?

Multiple correct answers

  • Cooking equipment.
  • The location of lifesaving equipment.✓ Correct answer
  • Equipment and operations aboard the ship.✓ Correct answer
  • Machinery and systems.✓ Correct answer
  • The location of shipboard emergency alarms.✓ Correct answer
It is the Master who appoints the Ship Safety Officer, as they are responsible for the safety of the crew and the ship, but cannot take the responsibility on as their own due to their duties.

One correct answer

  • False.
  • True.✓ Correct answer
Which of the following areas onboard a vessel may present extra hazard?

Multiple correct answers

  • In enclosed spaces.✓ Correct answer
  • In the engine and pump room.✓ Correct answer
  • Top deck.
  • Around the deck hatch and tank opening.✓ Correct answer
Which regulations provide details on crew safety?

Multiple correct answers

  • As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP).
  • The International Safety Management Code (ISM).✓ Correct answer
  • Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).✓ Correct answer
  • Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS).✓ Correct answer
Which of the following are responsibilities of the SSO?

Multiple correct answers

  • Inspecting and maintaining safety equipment.✓ Correct answer
  • Updating relevant legislation.
  • Acting as the safety advisor aboard ships and ensuring that all health and safety requirements are met.✓ Correct answer
  • Assisting the ship’s safety committee in enhancing the safety of the ship.✓ Correct answer
  • Showing strong knowledge of the shipping Company’s safety policies and the ship’s operational procedures.✓ Correct answer

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