Reg. VI/2.
Which STCW 2010 regulation contains mandatory minimum requirements for the issue of certificates of proficiency in survival craft, rescue boats and fast rescue boats?
What is the International Salvage Union (ISU)?
An international association for professional salvors world-wide. Website: www. marine-salvage. com
Why should a seaman not be drunk when off duty? Why caution the man in the above case?
Every crew member with duties listed on a muster list should be able to perform his or her emergency duties at any time, whether at sea or in port. If one seaman needs the assistance of another to reach a survival craft, it means that two people will not be able to perform their emergency duties.
What statements on the International Anti- Fouling System Certificate have to be completed by the surveyor?
(1) An anti-fouling system controlled under Annex 1 has not been applied during or after construction of this ship.
What is a tort?
A wrongful act or omission (other than a wrong that is purely a breach of contract), committed by a person, for which damages may be sued in a civil court by the person wronged.
What offences may be committed under the Railways and Transport Safety Act 2003 by a seaman who is not on duty?
Under section 79 of the RTSA, a professional seaman who is not on duty, but in an emergency would or might be required under his employment contract to take action to protect the safety of passengers, commits an offence if his ability to take such action is impaired because of drink or drugs, and commits a separate offence if the proportion of alcohol in his breath, blood or urine exceeds the prescribed limit.)
For what offences can a shipmaster be fined up to £250,000 on summary conviction in a UK court?
1) Contravention of section 131(3)(a), Merchant Shipping Act 1995 (illegal discharge of oil pollutants in UK national waters); and (2) contravention of Regulations 12, 13 or 16 (the "discharge regulations") of The Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Oil Pollution) Regulations 1996.
What effect did the COSHH Amendment Regulations 2004 have on the application of COSHH on ships?
The disapplication in the COSHH Regulations 2002 to the master, crew and employer of a seagoing ship was extended by the COSHH Amendment Regulations 2004 to all ships used in navigation, other than Royal Navy ships. However, the wording of the amended Regulations leaves open possibilities for COSHH to apply in some work situations on board a ship.
Where an extension has been granted, from what date does validity of the new certificate start?
From the expiry date of the existing certificate before its extension.
Does the MCA still publish paper M Notices?
No. In line with the UK Government's switch to digital publications, the MCA makes downloadable M Notices available on its website and operates a free e- mail subscription service for new M Notices.
What should a seafarer do who is off sick for more than 30 days or whose medical fitness changes significantly?
As advised on the back of the ENG 1, contact an approved doctor (preferably the one who issued the certificate) for medical review.
When are docking surveys for class held?
By arrangement with the owner. Under Lloyd's Register's Rules, ships under 15 years old must be examined in drydock twice in any 5 year period; not more than 3 years may elapse between dockings. Ships 15 or more years old must be examined in drydock at 2-yearly intervals with extension to 2. 5 years when a suitable high-resistance paint is applied to the underwater portion of the hull.
Do all foreign countries have British Embassies?
No. Commonwealth countries have a British High Commission and not an embassy. All British High Commissions have a consular section.
What form of emergency plan must a vessel have if it carries MARPOL Annex II substances?
A Shipboard Marine Pollution Emergency Plan for Noxious Liquid Substances (SMPEP(NLS)), approved by the flag State Administration.
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