Candidate’s Name:

Ports and Maritime Organization

Seafarer's Examination and Certification Directorate
Exams Code : SMCH - 892

Subject : Cargo Handling & Stowage Date:

Rank : Second Officer (GT≥500) Time allowed: 2.0 Hrs
(Pass mark : 50)

Q.1) - As an officer in charge of watch on an oil tankers state safety factors you would
observe during discharge of crude oil. (20 marks)

Q.2) – a) Describe what factors to be taken into account by cargo officer attending
loading/discharging operation of containers onboard a container vessels.
(15 marks)
b) What is meant by cell location 140382 (5 marks)

Q.3) – With respect to crane operation, what important points should be checked by
duty officer during cargo loading. (20 marks)

Q.4) - Explain briefly the following terms:

a) Sea suction valve
b) Bale capacity
c) Stowage Factor
d) Broken Stowage (5 marks each)

Q.5) - What safety steps must be taken before entering an enclosed/confined space.
. (20 marks)