SEAM 4 - BSMT 2

PRELIM EXAMINATION
Name: ESTENZO, KENT LOUIE Yr. & Sec. BSMT (Irregular)
Date: SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 Score: _____

Test I. Multiple choice. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. The cleaning need to be done; when it is done will be decided by:
a. Boatswain b. Master c. Second Officer d. pulses
2. With the attendance of the deck officer the tank will be inspected by;
a. Master b. Chief Officer c. Surveyors d. Boatswain
3. Among the biggest problems of the pollution of the marine environment in
this respect is:
a. Oil spillages b. Petroleum residues c. Spilling crude oil d. All of the above
4. A space that has limited openings for entry and exit not designed for
continuous work occupancy:
a. Confine space b. Enclosed space c. Pump room d. Cargo space
5. A space kept closed for sometimes where dangerous atmosphere may exist,
has proper access and has a fixed mechanical vent system;
a. Confined space b. Enclosed space c. Pump room d. Cargo space

Test ll Explanation:
A. State the precautionary measures to be taken when cleaning cargo holds ? 5
pts.
 Cargo residues be removed.
 Double sweep the holds clean.
 Seawater wash down.
 Fresh water rinse.
 Allow the holds to thoroughly dry.

B. State the advantages of COW over water washing of cargo tanks ? 5 pts.
 Reduction in pollution potential.
 Increase cargo out turn.
 Less dead freight
 Less time required in subsequent tunk cleaning.
 Less time needed to prepare a tank for repair in dry dark.
 Less corrosion because of less water washing.
C. State the disadvantages of COW ? 5 pts.
 Incereased work load.
 Prolonged discharge time.
 Cost of COW equipment.
 Increase safety risk in point.

D. State the procedures before entering an enclosed space, when it is known to

be safe ? 10 pts.
 The confined space has to be well ventilated before entering. Enough time
should be allowed to establish a ventilation system to ensure that air
containing enough oxygen to sustain life is introduced. Ventilation can either
be natural or mechanical using blowers.

Prepared by:
Reviewed/Checked by:
Capt. Carlito G. Castañeda Flordeliza C. Sambran
INSTRUCTOR CONSULTANT