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CD0342. Common bulk cargoes

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“Seagull CBT — CD0342. Common bulk cargoes” contains 91 questions across 1 collection.

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Which ONE of these can give rise to an explosion hazard in a coal cargo?

One correct answer

  • Hydrogen✓ Correct answer
  • Carbon dioxide
  • Nitrogen
  • Propane
What TWO precautions should be taken to prepare for loading coal cargoes that are declared as giving off methane?

Multiple correct answers

  • Instruments for measuring methane gas must be available onboard✓ Correct answer
  • Ventilation systems should be checked and working✓ Correct answer
  • Ventilation systems should be blanked off
  • Coaming drain valves should be blocked
Which ONE of these gases typically causes an explosion risk with coal cargoes?

One correct answer

  • Methane✓ Correct answer
  • Oxygen
  • Propane
  • Nitrogen
According to the International Grain Code, in a modern bulk carrier design, do the ends of each hold have to be completely filled/trimmed? Select the ONE correct answer.

One correct answer

  • There is a dispensation which permits them to not be trimmed into the end spaces✓ Correct answer
  • The ends of the holds must never be filled
  • The ends have to be fully trimmed at all times
  • It depends on the acceptability of the stability calculations
Which of these best describes which ships are subject to the International Grain Code when carrying bulk grain? Select the ONE correct answer.

One correct answer

  • All ships regardless of size✓ Correct answer
  • Ships over 500 grt
  • Ships over 100 metres in length
  • Ships less than 75,000 dwt

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