Maritime Safety Quiz

What is the purpose of a muster station on a ship?

• To conduct maintenance checks

• To serve as a dining area

• To assemble passengers during an emergency

• To store life jackets

What does the Muster List specify?

• Duties and responsibilities during emergencies

• The ship's navigation routes

• The crew's personal information

• The ship's cargo manifest

Where should the Muster List be displayed?

• In the crew's lounge

• At every conspicuous location onboard

• In the captain's quarters

• In the engine room only

What is the general alarm signal on a ship?

• Seven short and one long blast

• Five short blasts

• Three long blasts

• One continuous blast

What is the origin of the term 'mayday'?

• It is a Latin term for help

• It comes from the French phrase 'm'aider'

• It is derived from a maritime code

• It was created by the International Maritime Organization

What is the purpose of a muster drill?

• To practice navigation skills

• To prepare passengers for safe evacuation

• To test the ship's engines

• To conduct safety inspections

Which of the following is NOT a type of emergency alarm signal?

• Abandon Ship Alarm

• Weather Alert

• Man overboard Signal

• Fire Alarm

What is the value of training and drills during emergencies?

• They are only for the crew

• They are only for passengers

• They promote trust and decrease misinformation

• They are optional

What should crew members do when the general alarm is activated?

• Ignore it

• Gather in the dining area

• Proceed to the designated muster station

• Continue their current tasks

What language should the Muster List be provided in?

• Only the native language of the crew

• In the language of the ship's flag State and English

• Only in English

• In multiple languages but not English