HUMAN RELATIONS, SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Which are the 4 most commonly occurring types of accidents?

Collision
Grounding
Fire/Explosion
Personal injury

What kind of information does the Fire Plan contain?

The location of all fire-fighting appliances and equipment on board

Where can you find information about the various kinds of safety equipment you have onboard?
SOLAS
Safety Plan
Instruction manuals

What must you do if you detect a fire?

Activate the alarm signal, and try to extinguish the fire

What is the first thing you must do if you see a person fall over board?
Throw any floating device overboard

What is OPA an abbreviation for?

Oil Pollution Act

What is the connection between the quantity of oil transported at sea and the amount of oil spilled the last
years?
The quantity of oil transported has increased and the amount of oil spilled has decreased

Which of the 5 annexes includes regulation about garbage handling onboard ships?
Annex V

What kind of ships are regulated by OPA 90?

All kinds of ships

Which of the following are enclosed spaces?

Cargo tanks
Cofferdam
Fuel tank
Water tank

Do you need to measure oxygen levels before entering an enclosed space?

Yes, always

Do you need to report near accidents?

Yes, it is your duty to report near accidents

Why is it important that everyone onboard can understand and be understood in English?
It is important for safety and is the standard language for communication of safety matters at sea

What should you avoid when receiving work orders?

Misunderstandings

Emergency communications should be:

Short, accurate and in an easy to understand language

All crew are required to:

Be able to communicate in an emergency language

Are you allowed to use any drugs if you are outside Coastal waters?
No, any use of drugs are strictly prohibited

In addition to a common language, what else is important for good communication in reference to human
relations?
The use of body language, posture and tone of voice