1. What does the Paris MoU cover?
A) Only European coastal states
B) European coastal states and the North Atlantic basin from North America to Europe
C) The entire Atlantic Ocean
D) Mediterranean Sea countries
Answer: B) European coastal states and the North Atlantic basin from North America to Europe
2. Which MoU focuses specifically on the Caribbean region?
A) Paris MoU
B) Caribbean MoU
C) Tokyo MoU
D) Vina del Mar Agreement
Answer: B) Caribbean MoU
3. What are the primary concerns addressed by PSC MoU codes during ship inspections?
A) Ship speed and cargo value
B) Crew nationality and training
C) Safety, security, and environmental issues
D) Ship design and color
Answer: C) Safety, security, and environmental issues
4. Which of the following is a common issue identified in the 'Certificates & Documentation'
category during inspections?
A) Expired Certificates
B) Overcrowding of crew
C) Color of the ship
D) Speed of the ship
Answer: A) Expired Certificates
5. What can be a consequence of non-compliance with international shipping standards?
A) Mandatory change of ship's color
B) Detention of Vessel
C) Decreased inspections
D) Mandatory crew exchange
Answer: B) Detention of Vessel
6. Which MoU includes countries around the Indian Ocean rim?
A) Mediterranean MoU
B) Indian Ocean MoU
C) Abuja MoU
D) Riyadh MoU
Answer: B) Indian Ocean MoU
7. What is a best practice for maintaining compliance with international maritime
regulations?
A) Regular Reviews and Audits
B) Reducing the number of crew
C) Limiting ship voyages
D) Increasing cargo load
Answer: A) Regular Reviews and Audits
What long-term measures can be taken to prevent the issue seen in the image from occurring on a
ship?
A. Regular maintenance and inspection schedule
B. Use of lower quality materials to save costs
C. Decreasing the frequency of inspections
D. Ignoring minor leaks and focusing only on major ones
Correct Answer: A. Regular maintenance and inspection schedule
Identify the likely cause of the problem shown in the image.
A. Excessive heating of the pipe
B. Physical damage from external impact
C. Corrosion due to a harsh marine environment
D. Manufacturing defect
Correct Answer: C. Corrosion due to a harsh marine environment
As a PSC (Port State Control) inspector, what would be your immediate action upon finding this
issue during an inspection?
A. Disregard as it is not critical
B. Recommend immediate repair or replacement
C. Paint over the corrosion
D. Increase the pressure in the system to stop the leak
Correct Answer: B. Recommend immediate repair or replacement
What does the black smoke coming from the ship's funnel suggest?
A. The ship is using high-quality, low-emission fuel
B. There is a celebration on the ship
C. There may be an engine problem or the burning of heavy fuel oil
D. The ship is signaling its departure
Correct Answer: C. There may be an engine problem or the burning of heavy fuel oil
As a PSC (Port State Control) inspector, how would you classify this observation?
A. Normal operation
B. A minor issue that can be ignored
C. A potential environmental and safety hazard
D. A routine test of the ship's systems
Correct Answer: C. A potential environmental and safety hazard
If this condition persists, what kind of action should the PSC inspector take?
A. No action needed as this is common in older ships
B. Issue a warning to the captain
C. Require the ship to undergo an engine inspection and possibly detain the ship
D. Take a photo and leave the ship to continue its voyage
Correct Answer: C. Require the ship to undergo an engine inspection and possibly detain the ship
What regulation is potentially being violated if the ship is knowingly using fuel that does not
comply with emission standards?
A. The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
B. The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)
C. The International Convention on Load Lines
D. The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS)
Correct Answer: B. The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships
(MARPOL)
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As a PSC Inspector, which action would be most appropriate after observing this deficiency?
A. Immediate repair before the ship can depart.
B. Record the deficiency and allow the ship to sail without restrictions.
C. Advise the crew to monitor the situation.
D. Request a follow-up inspection at the next port.
Correct Answer: A. Immediate repair before the ship can depart.
Which international regulation is primarily concerned with the structural integrity of ships to
prevent such deficiencies?
A. MARPOL
B. SOLAS
C. STCW
D. COLREGS
Correct Answer: B. SOLAS (International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea)
In terms of ship maintenance, what could be a probable cause for the condition seen in the image?
A. Overloading of cargo.
B. Inadequate maintenance and inspection routines.
C. Frequent docking maneuvers.
D. Use of substandard paint.
Correct Answer: B. Inadequate maintenance and inspection routines.
What does the water ingress in the side shell of the vessel indicate?
A. The ship is undergoing a routine cleaning process.
B. There is a breach or crack in the hull.
C. The ship is being prepared for painting.
D. It's a normal procedure during cargo operations.
Correct Answer: B. There is a breach or crack in the hull.
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