Co7-Ism Code Explanation

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Concerning the ability of the ship's personnel to communicate

effectively in the execution of their duties related to the SMS,
documented evidence must be available......
(1) on the procedures required for effective communication and what 1 …Option <Option1>is
verification is carried out on board. correct.(6.7-95)
(2) on the educational level of each crewmember.
(3) on the medical examination of each crewmember.
(4) on the ability of each crewmember to read and write in English.

In addition to routine drills prescribed in International and National

regulations, drills should also include......
(1) emergency situations such as identified potential emergency
1… Option A is correct
shipboard situations.
(8.2-1995)
(2) fire drills in port.
(3) boat drills at sea.
(4) diving exercises under the ship.

Instructions which are essential must be identified, documented and given to

newly assigned personnel prior to sailing. What are "essential instructions"?
(1) Those that clearly define the crew members role within the SMS and insure
that they are prepared prior taking up their duties on board
(2) SMS manual extracts, the safety manual to be read by each incoming 1… Option A is
crewmember correct. (6.3-1995)
(3) The role in the shipboard organisation, dayworker or watchkeeper, which
watch assigned to.
(4) Allotting crew cabin, linen, towels, instruction as to use of messrooms and
bathrooms

The Company should establish and maintain procedures to control all

documents which are relevant to the SMS. The Company should
ensure that: 1) ................. 2) ................ 3) .....................
(1) 1) Valid documents are available 2) Changes to documents are
reviewed and approved by authorised personnel 3) Obsolete
documents are removed promptly
(2) 1) Documents are in the Master's safekeeping only 2) Documents 1 … Option <Option1> is
are authorised by the Classification Society 3) Documents are correct (11.2/1.2.3- 1995)
authorised by P & I Club.
(3) 1) Documents are kept confidential by the Master 2) the Master
reviews the documents 3) the Master implements the contents of
documents.
(4) 1) Documents are approved by authorised personnel 2) Documents
are to be reviewed by the Master 3) Documents are to be kept safe.
The Company should establish procedures to identify, describe and
respond to ...................emergency shipboard operations.
(1) potential 1… Option<Option1> is
(2) theoretical correct (8.1-95)
(3) assumed
(4) occuring

The ISM code aims to ensure that safe practices are taken into account in ship operation
through .....
(1) written procedures and work instructions.
1
(2) training by qualified instructors.
(3) videos and books.
(4) regular on board inspections by the Company's shore based personnel.

The Master is to be fully conversant with the 1 … Option <Option1> is correct. (6.1.2
Company's SMS and should be informed of all -1995) Familiarity with the ISM system
requirements through formal meetings with the...... should be demonstrated by Masters
(1) shore management. during on-board inspections. For this
(2) Port state inspectors. purpose, reference could be made to
(3) senior Classification Society surveyors. records of participation in regular
(4) P & I club representatives. meetings with the Company's manageme

The Master's review reporting on the Safety Management system

should include any deficiencies and may include......
(1) proposals for corrective action and recommendations for improving
the SMS.
1 … Option <Option1> is
(2) a list of unsatisfactory crew members who are not to be rehired by
correct (5.1.5-1995)
the Company.
(3) a list of keen and safety and environmental aware crew members
who are to be promoted.
(4) the officer's and crew's appraisal reports.

The safety management objectives of the Company should, among

other things, include .....
(1) continuous improvement of safety management skills of personnel
including preparing for emergencies related to safety and
environmental protection.
(2) hiring of outside training companies to conduct on-board safety
1 … Option <Option1> is
training of its shipboard personnel.
correct
(3) holding life boat drills on alternate lifeboats where boats are
lowered into the water every week.
(4) conducting a campaign on board against smoking and introduce
smoke free areas on board.
The safety objectives and requirements of a Company may be
.......................... standards required by the ISM code.
(1) set above 1 … Option <Option1> is
(2) deviating from correct
(3) a substitute for
(4) set below

1… Yes it is allowed but

Under ISM, can a company contract with third parties to manage it is the responsibility of the
specific ship related activities such as manning, technical support or Company to identify in the
maintenance? Safety Management
(1) Yes, it is allowed. System the role of each
(2) No, it is not longer allowed. subcontractor performing
(3) Yes, only for manning. elements covered by the
(4) Yes, only for technical support and manning, not for maintenance. ISM code. Option
<Option1> is correct

Under ISM, if the Company has subcontracting arrangements for

manning, technical support or maintenance, how many Documents of
Compliance are to be issued?
(1) Only one DOC can be issued to the Company.
(2) One DOC is issued to the Company and one for each 1…Option <Option1> is
subcontractor. correct, only one Document
(3) One DOC is issued to the company and one DOC is issued to the of Compliance is issued.
manning company only.
(4) One DOC is issued to the Company and one DOC is required for
the maintenance as well as for the technical support company, not for
manning.

Under ISM, the Company should establish ...................... to describe

how the objectives of the ISM code will be achieved.
(1) a safety and environmental policy
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(2) company regulations
(3) company newsletters
(4) circulation of informative guidelines

Under ISM, what methods should be used to motivate the crew to observe the
Safety and Environmental protection policy?
(1) Ensure that the crew understand how they will personally benefit from the
implementation as well as encouraging perception of ownership.
(2) Ensure that the crew understands the dangers present on board and the 1… Option <Option1>
heavy fines to be paid for pollution. correct (5.2.1-1995)
(3) Ensure that the crew understands that they will be dismissed and will have
to pay their own air fare if they do not observe the policy.
(4) Ensure that copies of the Company's policy are given to all shipboard
personnel.
What is the ISM or International Safety Management Code?
(1) An international management code for the safe operation of ships
and for pollution prevention as adopted by the IMO.
(2) The International Ship Management Association's code for
navigational safety. 1 … Option <Option1> is
(3) The international code for accident prevention and safe working correct
practices.
(4) The international code for transportation of cargoes safely on board
ships, as regulated by Marpol Annex III.

When should the Master review the Safety Management System and
report to the Company?
(1) The Company should set a standard interval for such reviews
1 … Option <Option1> is
(2) Prior to change of command
correct (5.1.5-1995)
(3) Whenever there is a deficiency noted on board
(4) Prior to the arrival of the external auditor every year

A .................................. should be issued for every Company

complying with the requirements of the ISM code by the
Administration, or by the Organisation recognised by the
Administration .
2 …Option <Option2> is
(1) Safety Management Certificate
correct (13.2-1995)
(2) Document of Compliance
(3) International Shipmanagement Certificate
(4) Safety and Environmental Protection Certificate

A company is expected to have documented emergency procedures

applicable for use onboard the particular type ship being operated,
including the duties and responsibilities of the crewmembers and......
(1) the methods of rescue available. 2 … Option <Option2> is
(2) shipboard communication methods available. correct (8.1-95)
(3) the methods of reporting casualties to the Authorities.
(4) the ways of combating a worst case scenario.

A Company's safety management objectives and requirements, which

are set above the standards of the ISM code, should be ....
(1) totally disregarded since not enforceable. 2 … Option <Option2> is
(2) encouraged and supported. correct, interpretation of
(3) erased as far as excessive standards are concerned. paragraph 2.2, 1995
(4) discouraged.
If individuals require essential familiarisation prior to sailing....
(1) it will be the Master's duty to assess as such and initiate a training
2… Option B is correct.
program.
Example might be
(2) then the company should identify such requirements and develop
unfamiliarity with
an appropriate plan.
equipment on the bridge or
(3) they cannot take shipboard duty at all until they prove themselves
in the engine room (6.3-
qualified for the job.
1995)
(4) they should serve a full contract of at least ten months in a lower
rank prior to take up the new position.

It is the Master's responsibility to verify that the specific requirements 2 … Option <Option2> is
(procedures and instructions) regarding the Safety Management correct. The Master and
System are observed. Who should actually verify this on board? Officers should verify that
(1) The Master specified requirements i.e.
(2) The Master and Officers procedures and instructions
(3) The Designated Person. regarding the SMS are
(4) The Chief Engineer observed. (5.1.4.-1995)

2…Option <Option3> is
It should be checked that the Company has documented that the correct. IMO resolution
Master has overriding responsibility and authority as required...... A443(XI) "Decision of the
(1) by the International Association of Classification Societies. Shipmaster with regard to
(2) by the Company's Main Policy Objective. Maritime Safety and
(3) by the SOLAS Convention. Marine Environment
(4) by the Shipowner's Trust Fund. Protection" is to be
enforced.

Procedures for key shipboard operations should have safety and

pollution prevention as primary objectives and should include, among
other things.....
2….Option B is correct. (7-
(1) methods to lower the lifeboats.
1995)
(2) measures to mitigate identified risks.
(3) efficiency of the propulsion machinery.
(4) accuracy of the trim and stability calculations.

2 …Option <Option2> is
Should the Master's authority be emphasized in the Safety
correct. The Company
Management system?
should further establish in
(1) The overriding responsibility of the Master is self evident and need
the SMS that the Master
not to be repeated in the SMS.
has the overriding authority
(2) The Company should ensure that the SMS operating on board the
and the responsibility to
ship contains a clear statement emphasizing the Master's authority.
make decisions with
(3) The Master is to be mentioned as the juridical person in command
respect to safety and
of the vessel.
pollution prevention and to
(4) The Master is to be mentioned as the Responsible Person in charge
request the Company's
of implementing the SMS.
assistance as m
The Company should establish procedures under SMS to identify
equipment and technical systems of which the sudden failure may
result in hazardous operations. Once identified......
(1) a rigid maintenance program is to be established for this
equipment. 2… Option <Option2> is
(2) tests and other procedures should be established to ensure correct. (10.3-1995)
reliability.
(3) it must be ensured that each and every component of these systems
and equipment is carried as spare on board.
(4) these items are checked at least once a week by the Master.

The Company should have procedures established for corrective

action. Corrective actions involve solutions which......
(1) guarantyee that there is no recurrence of a non-conformity.
(2) may reduce or prevent occurrence of a non-conformity. 2… Option <Option2> is
(3) investigate who was at fault and put the blame on the person(s) correct (10.2.3-1995)
involved.
(4) punish the persons guilty of neglect without taking any other action
afterwards.

The documents used to describe and implement the SMS may be

referred to as the......
(1) Ship Management Manual. 2… Option <Option2> is
(2) Safety Management Manual. correct (11.3-1995)
(3) Shipboard Instruction Manual.
(4) Ship Maintenance Manual.

The functional requirement for a Safety Management System is to

develop, implement and maintain a system which includes the 2….Option <Option2> is
following :- .... correct. A safety and
(1) 1) maintain a correspondence system ship/shore 2) issue the environmental protection
required Letters of Instruction (Fleet Letters) to the ship. policy is required as well as
(2) 1) a safety and environmental protection policy 2) instructions and instructions and procedures
procedures to ensure safe operations and protection of the to ensure safe operations of
environment. ships and protection of the
(3) 1) safe navigation and Rules of the Road 2) instructions to masters environment in compliance
and chief engineers 3) office staff home telephone numbers. with relevant international
(4) 1) contact addresses and telephone numbers of Port-State Control and Flag State legi
of countries visited 2) contact addresses of Flag State authorities.

The Safety Management System should ensure in the first place....

(1) that the life saving appliances are well maintained on board.
2…. Option <Option2> is
(2) compliance with mandatory Rules and Regulations.
correct
(3) that all Marpol requirements are complied with.
(4) that Boat and Emergency Station Bills are posted.
Under ISM, any responsibility imposed on the Company by the ISM
Code which is subcontracted......
(1) becomes the responsibility of that subcontractor. 2…. It remains the
(2) remains the responsibility of the Company. responsibility of the
(3) becomes the joint responsibility of the Company and the Company, hence only one
subcontractor. Document of Compliance
(4) is to be defined contractual as to who has the responsibility is issued .
beforehand.

2… <Option2> is correct.
The Company remains
Under ISM, during assessment for issue and compliance with a DOC
responsible for and must all
the auditor must be satisfied that the company is in control of.....
the objective evidence
(1) the subcontractors' insurance system.
necessary to demonstrate
(2) all activities concerning the Safety Management System which
that subcontractors are in
have been subcontracted.
compliance with
(3) the subcontractors' personnel and resources.
Company's policies and
(4) the financial portfolio of the subcontractors.
procedures associated with
their particular services

Under ISM, what kind of support is to be provided to the Designated

Person in order to carry out his functions?
(1) An executive salary and a company car
2… Option <Option2> is
(2) Adequate resources and shore based support
correct
(3) Freedom to travel worldwide at will
(4) All of the other options.

Under ISM, who is responsible for implementing the Company's

Safety and Environmental Policy on board?
(1) The Designated Person 2… The Company should
(2) The Master clearly and document the
(3) The senior Officers Master's responsibility
(4) The entire crew

When verified that the Company and its shipboard management

operate in accordance with the approved SMS, a ................. should be
issued to the ship by the Administration or organisation recognised by
it. 2… Option <Option2> is
(1) Document of Compliance correct. (13.4-1995)
(2) Safety Management Certificate
(3) Credibility Certificate
(4) Certificate of Responsibility
Concerning developing plans and instructions for key shipboard
operations, it is expected that the Company has identified risks
associated with......
3… Option <Option3> is
(1) the shipping industry's cost structure.
correct (7-95)
(2) the carriage of liquid oil cargoes in bulk.
(3) the particular type of vessel and it's trade.
(4) drugs and alcohol misuse.

Manning requirements and qualifications are part of ................. with

which the Company should be familiar.
(1) the shipping business 3…. Option C is correct
(2) the manpower industry (6.2.1995)
(3) National and International requirements
(4) crew management responsibilities

Objective evidence is required to confirm conformance with

established maintenance requirements, inclusive.....
(1) of a computerised planned maintenance system.
(2) of a computerised maintenance program for diesel engines.
3…. Option C is
(3) of documented procedures and instructions for the onboard work
correct.(10.1-1995)
routines and verification of their implementation by the appropriate
personnel.
(4) of keeping work record books and inventories of deck and engine
departments up to date.

Personnel carrying out audits should be ...................... the areas being

audited.
(1) experts in 3….Option C is correct.
(2) familiarised with (12.4-1995
(3) independent of
(4) very conversant

The choice and level of detail to assist familiarisation to new or newly

assigned crewmembers will depend upon ....
(1) the rank of the newly assigned crewmember.
3…. Option <Option3> is
(2) the intelligence quotient of the newly assigned crewmember.
correct (6.3.-1995)
(3) the individual experience with the new assignment and the job
responsibilities.
(4) the age of the seaman and the number of years worked at sea.

The Company should ensure that the Master is informed of all

requirements relating to safety and environmental protection by......
(1) reminding him time to time. 3…. Option <Option3> is
(2) having the Designated Person sent on board at specified intervals. correct (6.1.2-1995)
(3) including such requirements in operating instructions.
(4) having the Superintendents prepare monthly information sheets.
The Company should establish procedures for the ship's personnel to
receive relevant information on the SMS and the amount of
documentation should be determined by......
(1) the size of the Company. 3…. Option <Option3> is
(2) the requirements of the Charterers. correct.(6.6-95)
(3) whatever is necessary to ensure that all appropriate shipboard
personnel understand their respective roles.
(4) the type of vessel and the trading pattern.

The Company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is

maintained in conformity with the provisions of the relevant rules and
regulations and with....
(1) the cooperation of the Master. 3…. Option <Option3> is
(2) the approval of the London Salvage Association. correct (10.1-1995)
(3) any additional requirements which may be established by the
Company.
(4) the by-laws of the relevant P & I club.

The Company should have available shoreside organisational

structure, resources means and procedures for communications and
equipment for responding to a shipboard emergency. This means
that......
3… Option <Option3> is
(1) a very large communications network is required.
correct (8.3-1995)
(2) the Company needs offices spread out over the globe.
(3) a 24-hour contact has to be available.
(4) the office is to be staffed by Emergency Response Teams 24 hours
a day.

The safety management objectives of the Company should, among

other things, provide for .....
(1) shipboard trainers hired from outside the Company who have the
required qualifications. 3… Option <Option3> is
(2) safety working shoes, winter underwear, safety torches and parkas. correct
(3) safe practices in ship operation and a safe working environment.
(4) supply of all safety equipment within one month of requisition
date.

The scope of drills should exercise the company's ashore and on board
personnel and develop familiarity with a particular emergency.
Documented evidence of drills should exist which demonstrate.......
(1) that all the kinds of drills were carried out.
3… Option <Option3> is
(2) that the ships staff has followed the correct procedures in notifying
correct (8.2-1995)
the shore staff.
(3) that the Company has been able to respond effectively.
(4) that all shore staff, office staff and subcontractors, manning agents
and repair outfits were effectively involved .
The SMS should include procedures ensuring that .................... are
reported to the company, investigated and analysed with the objective
of improving safety and pollution prevention?
3…. Option <Option3> is
(1) illness and injury
correct (9.1-95)
(2) cargo operations and ballast operations
(3) non-conformities, accidents and hazardous situations
(4) crew changes

Under ISM, how could it be assessed whether or not the Master has
3… Effective
effectively implemented the Safety and Environmental Protection
implementation of the
policy as defined by the Company?
safety and environmental
(1) By the state of cleanliness on board
protection policy could be
(2) By judging the morale of the officers and crew on board
assessed trough
(3) Through interviewing officers and crew
interviewing officers and
(4) By looking at the lifeboats, fire fighting equipment and at the oily
crew (5.1.1 - 1995)
water separator

3… Shipboard visits by the

Under ISM, is shipboard presence required by the Designated Person? designated person may be
(1) Frequent lengthy stays on board are required necessary to help build
(2) Every 2 to 3 months relationships and
(3) As may be necessary understanding of each
(4) Is not required at all others roles. (paragraph 4
1995)

Under ISM, the Master must implement the Company's Safety and
Environmental policy and should issue appropriate orders and
instructions in a clear and simple manner. How should this to be done?
(1) By calling the ship's complement together and give short orders in
3… Examples might
clear English.
include Standing Orders
(2) By telling each and every crew member what to do exactly in a
and Bridge night order
clear voice.
Book (5.1.3-1995)
(3) By Standing Orders, Bridge night order book, as examples.
(4) Tell what is expected in a casual and amicable way during social
gatherings to officers and crew.

Under ISM, the responsibility and authority of the Designated Person

should include.....
(1) being a member of the Board of the Company.
(2) having overall control over all company departmental heads. 3…. Option <Option3> is
(3) monitoring the safety and pollution prevention aspects of the correct
operation of each ship.
(4) final control over all shipboard operations and maintenance
activities.
Under ISM, what is the role of the Designated Person as defined by the
ISM Code?
(1) To inspect the ship at least once every six months and to report all
matters concerning safety and environmental protection to the
management.
(2) To write the safety manuals and to follow up on all safety related 3
requisitions requested by the ship.
(3) To ensure the safe operation of each ship and to provide a link
between the company and those on board.
(4) To monitor and if necessary to build up better safety relationships
between the Authorities and the ship's staff.

Under ISM, which methods can the Master use to implement the
Company's Safety and Environmental policy?
3… The methods by which
(1) Implementation of all existing IMO and Marpol rules
the Master is to carry out
(2) At his own discretion taking into account the trading pattern and
these functions is to be
the workload on the ship, as well as weather conditions
defined and documented by
(3) As defined and documented by the Company
the Company
(4) He should discuss the methods to be used with the senior officers
and the shipboard safety committee

Under the ISM code, what is meant by a non-conformity?

(1) Lack of comfort leading to health risks.
(2) Not conforming with safe working practices which may lead to
accidents. 3
(3) A situation which indicates the non-fulfillment of a specific
requirement.
(4) A situation where safety awareness or safety equipment is lacking.

Under the SMS, as part of shipboard responsibilities, there should be

routine inspections of.....
(1) all machinery and ships equipment in use. 3… Option <Option3> is
(2) the accommodation. correct (10.2.1-1995)
(3) machinery, ships equipment and structural integrity of the ship.
(4) all crews belongings, luggage and items stowed in crew cabins.

What are the best means of verifying that specified requirements

(procedures and instructions) regarding the Safety Management
3…. Option <Option3> is
System are observed?
correct. For verifying that
(1) By inspecting the Deck and Engine work book daily by the Master.
specific requirements are
(2) By computerising all specified requirements and have an officer
observed, a check list could
assigned as input controller.
be useful to verify
(3) By use of a check list for verification of actions/activities of crew
actions/activities by
members.
crewmembers. (5.1.4.1995)
(4) By dividing the responsibility amongst officers who have to keep
their own Safety Work Book.
When developing plans and instructions for key shipboard operations
with safety and pollution prevention as primary objectives, the focus is
on......
3… Option <Option3> is
(1) economy.
correct. (7.1995)
(2) finance.
(3) prevention.
(4) response to accidents.

Which of the following tasks and occurrences can be excluded as

possible risks to the safety of the ship and pollution of the
environment? 3…. No mishap has
(1) Cargo shifting, collision, explosion occurred yet under options
(2) Fire, flooding, grounding of item <Option3>.
(3) Inerting, tank cleaning, gas freeing
(4) Heavy weather damage, loss of propulsion, loss of steering

.Under SMS, sufficient instructions in a suitable language need to be verified, as well

as ensuring an understanding of them by the crew. How can this be verified?
(1) The crew is to be recruited in English speaking countries or will have to pass and 4…. Option
examination. <Option4> is
(2) Videos on the correct pronunciation of English need to be available on board. correct. (6.7-
(3) The crew must be proficient in their own national language and have basic 95)
understanding of the language in use on board.
(4) By witnessing an exercise.

Familiarisation for personnel transferred or on new assignments could

be accomplished by.......
(1) on board training in a supernumerary capacity. 4…. Option <Option4> is
(2) observing overlap while vessel in port. correct. (6.3-1995)
(3) visual aids such as manuals, operating instructions and videos.
(4) All of the other options.

It is the Master's responsibility to review the Safety Management

System and report its deficiencies to ......
(1) the Classification Society. 4….. Option <Option4> is
(2) the Port State control of the next port of call. correct
(3) the Flag State authorities.
(4) the shore based management.

It is the responsibility of the Company to define and document the

company's .................................., which forms an integral part of the
Safety Management System. 4….. Option <Option4> is
(1) trading policy objectives correct, interpretation of
(2) legal policy objectives paragraph 2.2 (1995)
(3) ethics and environment objectives
(4) safety management objectives
Safety management objectives of the Company should, among other
things, establish .....
(1) a dictatorial regime on board.
4…. Option <Option4> is
(2) a cooperative and informative atmosphere on board.
correct
(3) sources of information concerning operational pollution prevention
for joint departmental use and consultation in case of emergency.
(4) safeguards against all identified risks.

Shipboard personnel, as part of day to day operation of the ship,

should be expected to correct non-conformities whenever possible. In
this respect, what are "Non-Conformities"?
4…. Option D is correct.
(1) Damage.
(10.2.2-1995)
(2) Defects, malfunctioning.
(3) Deficiencies.
(4) Any one the other options.

SMS Management reviews should be initiated at least by......

4….
(1) recommendations based on statutory/classification surveys and outdated SMS in the
Option D
light of new rules/ regulations brought in force.
is correct
(2) analysis and investigation of accidents, results obtained due implementation of SMS.
(12.2-
(3) changes in the market strategy, social and environmental conditions.
1995)
(4) Any of the other options.

The Company should carry out ................................ to verify whether

safety and pollution prevention activities comply with the Shipboard
Management System.
4….. Option <Option4>is
(1) inspections by third party consultants
correct (12.1-1995)
(2) external safety audits
(3) drydock Inspections
(4) internal safety audits

The Company should ensure that all personnel involved in the SMS
have an adequate understanding of relevant rules, regulations, codes
and guidelines. How could such information be communicated?
4….. Option <Option4> is
(1) Through written instructions.
correct. (6.4-1995)
(2) Described in the job responsibilities.
(3) Formal discussions with company representatives.
(4) All of the other options.

The Company should ensure that each ship is manned with

........................ seafarers in accordance with national and international
requirements.
4…. Option <Option4> is
(1) safety conscious and diligent
correct (6.2-1995)
(2) intelligent and healthy
(3) drug and alcohol abstaining
(4) qualified, certified and medically fit
The Company should establish procedures to ensure that personnel
transferred to new assignments related to safety and environment
protection are given familiarisation training. What are defined as new
assignments? 4…. Option <Option4> is
(1) Another ship correct. (6.3-1995)
(2) Promotion
(3) A different job
(4) All of the other options

The Company should have ................. for responding to non-

conformities identified from internal audits and during routine
operation of the ship.
4…. Option <Option4> is
(1) printed labels
correct (9.2-1995)
(2) inventory cards
(3) a toll free telephone number
(4) procedures

The Company should identify the individual(s) having the

responsibility to define training needs appropriate to specific tasks,
taking into account....
(1) previous training, experience and required proficiency in operation
4….. Option <Option4> is
of the ship.
correct (6.5.1995)
(2) familiarity with new equipment, familiarity with equipment when
transferred to different type vessel.
(3) drills for emergencies, results of internal auditing.
(4) All of the other options.

The ISM code aims to ensure that safe practices are taken into account
in ship operation through written procedures. These requirements
include the following information:- ......
(1) the defined levels of authority and lines of communication between
and amongst shore and shipboard personnel. 4…. Option <Option4> is
(2) the procedures for reporting accidents and non-conformities with correct
the provisions of the Code.
(3) the provisions to prepare for and respond to emergency situations
and procedures for internal audits and management review.
(4) All of the other options.

The Master must be given the necessary support so that he can perform his duties
safely. If the Master reports deficiencies in the SMS, the company should......
4….. Option
(1) make financial assistance available to the Master to correct the deficiencies.
<Option4> is
(2) call in outside contractors to look at these deficiencies and rectify/repair the
correct (6.1.3-
same.
1995)
(3) reward the Master for his diligence.
(4) respond to identified deficiencies in the SMS.
The SMS (Safety Management System) should ensure, among other
things, that applicable codes, guidelines and standards recommended
by ........................... are taken into account.
4…… Option <Option4> is
(1) the IMO, and Flag-State administrations
correct
(2) Classification Societies
(3) maritime industry organisations
(4) All of the other options.

The testing and maintenance of stand by equipment and inactive

systems associated with alternatives should be part of the Company's
maintenance plan. Example of tests are......
(1) operation of alarms and emergency shut-downs. 4….. Option <Option4> is
(2) pre-arrival and pre-departure tests. correct. (10.3-1995)
(3) emergency and safety equipments tests (eg EPIRB, VHF, CO2
detectors).
(4) Any or all of the other options.

Under ISM, the company should define and document the

responsibility, authority and interrelation of all personnel who manage,
perform and verify work relating to and affecting safety and pollution
prevention. How?
4…. Option <Option4> is
(1) By wall posters in the accommodation of the affected ships.
correct. Each functional
(2) By notice sheets to be posted on the notice boards in the Crews and
area on board ship and
Officers Messroom.
ashore must be covered.
(3) By legal notices in the media, defining the Company Board
responsibility and command flow chart.
(4) By charts and/or job descriptions to identify positions related to
safety and pollution prevention activities for each functional area.

4…..Option <Option4> is
correct, in all cases is it the
Under ISM, the holder of the DOC or Document of Compliance is the company who has assumed
company which......................... the ship. responsibility for the
(1) owns operation of the ship, also
(2) has chartered when the Owner himself is
(3) has mortgaged operating the ship, the
(4) has assumed responsibility for the operation of Owner is the Company that
has assumed this
responsibility

Under ISM, the overriding authority of the Master applies....

(1) in emergency and extreme circumstances.
4… Option <Option4> is
(2) in normal circumstances.
correct (5.2-1995)
(3) in case of oil spill clean-ups.
(4) in both normal and extreme circumstances.
Under ISM, what qualifications are required by the Designated
Person?
(1) A university degree
(2) Twenty years seagoing experience 4…. Option <Option4> is
(3) A master's certificate correct
(4) Appropriate knowledge and experience associated with verification
and control of safety and pollution prevention requirements of the ISM
code

Under the ISM code the Company must ensure that the Safety and
Environmental Policy is ....
(1) known and implemented by all masters and chief engineers. 4…. Option
(2) known by all ships officers. <Option4> is
(3) known and implemented by all Officers and members of the ships crew. correct
(4) known and maintained at all levels of the organisation both ship based as
well as shore based.

4….Company means the

Owner of the ship or any
organisation or person such
Under the ISM Code, what is understood by the Shipping Company or
as the Manager or the
"The Company"?
Bareboat Charterer who has
(1) The Owner
assumed the responsibility
(2) The Manager
for OPERATION of the
(3) The Bareboat Charterer
ship and on assuming such
(4) Could be any of the other options.
responsibility has agreed to
take over all
responsibilities a

Verification of the Master's qualifications should be done firstly by....

(1) medical examination.
(2) drug and alcohol test.
4… Option <Option4> is
(3) interview of the candidate with emphasis on safety and
correct.
environmental awareness.
(4) confirmation of the validity of his certificates in compliance with
the STCW convention.

What is meant by a "Safety Management System"?

(1) A system which eliminates all causes for accidents or near misses
on board ship.
(2) The implementation on board ship of emergency response training
by documented training methods. 4
(3) A documented shipboard system which lists each and every known
shipboard hazard to safety, health and the environment.
(4) A structured and documented system enabling personnel on board
to implement the company safety and environment protection policy.
 4….Option <Option4> is
What is meant by a major non-conformity under the ISM code?
correct. In addition, a major
(1) A fire or explosion hazard or any hazard which poses a threat to
non-conformity requires
life.
immediately corrective
(2) A serious threat to the environment due to the discharge of oil,
action. A major non-
chemicals or toxic substances from the ship.
conformity may include
(3) A total lack of discipline on board whereby the authority of the
lack of effective and
master is diminished.
systematic implementation
(4) A deviation from the ISM code which poses a serious threat to
of the requirements of the
safety of the ship or personnel or to the environment.
ISM code

Whenever the Master, in his role as the responsible person for on-
board safety, finds a deficiency in the Safety Management system
relevant to the ships operation, he should....
(1) make note in the log book of this deficiency. 4…. Option <Option4> is
(2) inform the P & I club. correct (5.1.5-1995)
(3) correct the deficiency and make note of the correction applied in
the official log book.
(4) inform the Company.

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