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CD7001. TOTS 1A-Ship Handling and Characteristics

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The Seagull CBT bank is organised into modules covering safety, shipboard operations, maintenance and other topics. Original module names and codes are retained to help you find the topic you need.

“Seagull CBT — CD7001. TOTS 1A-Ship Handling and Characteristics” contains 32 questions across 1 collection.

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A "Williamson Turn", can be used in a Man Overboard situation, what is the first action when executing such a turn?.

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  • Put the wheel hard over towards the man in the water.✓ Correct answer
  • Reduce engine speed to Dead Slow Ahead.
  • Alter course 60 degrees to starboard.
  • Stop engines.
Where is the best place to anchor in a crowded anchorage?

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  • At the edge of the anchorage.✓ Correct answer
  • In the fairway entrance.
  • In the centre of the crowded anchorage.
  • In the deepest part of the crowded anchorage.
Why is it important to have the length of the ship's forward and aft vertical blind sectors listed on the Manoeuvring Posters?

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  • To know the length of the blind area under the ship's forecastle or behind the stern that is not directly visible from the wheel-house.✓ Correct answer
  • It is a class requirement for them to be listed on the Manoeuvring Posters.
  • This information is required when taking compass bearings with the bridge wing gyro repeaters.
  • It enables the Officer of the Watch to estimate speed through the water.
What equipment must be tested before anchoring?

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  • The steering gear, anchor windlass, and main engine ahead and astern.✓ Correct answer
  • The fire alarm system.
  • The anchor lights and deck lighting.
  • Main and emergency fire pumps.
What should be done as a first response to the "Man Overboard Emergency"?

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  • Raise the Emergency Alarm, drop the MOB buoy on the side of the man overboard, place wheel hard over on the side of man overboard, place engines on standby.✓ Correct answer
  • Mark the event on the GPS set.
  • Inform the Master and await his arrival to the bridge.
  • Inform the DPA.

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