Understanding IMDG and IMSBC Code

1. What is the primary focus of the IMDG Code?

• A) The transport of liquid bulk cargoes

• C) The handling of hazardous waste

• B) The transport of dangerous goods in packaged form

• D) The safety of crew training

2. The IMSBC Code applies primarily to which type of cargo?

• F) Refrigerated cargo

• C) Solid bulk cargoes

• E) Hazardous waste

• G) General cargo

3. Which code classifies dangerous goods into nine hazard classes?

• C) IMDG Code

• CTU Code

• IBC Code

• IMDG Guidelines

4. What is the main hazard associated with solid bulk cargoes under the IMSBC Code?

• B) Liquefaction, chemical hazards, and oxygen depletion

• D) Incorrect labeling of packages

• C) Leaking of dangerous liquids

• A) Fire and explosion

5. Which code requires cargoes to be transported in UN-approved packaging?

• SOLAS Convention

• IBC Code

• IMDG Supplement

• A) IMDG Code

6. How does the IMSBC Code classify solid bulk cargoes?

• C) By hazard classification

• By shipping frequency

• By destination port

• By cargo weight

7. What is the purpose of the IMDG Code?

• G) To enhance cargo insurance policies

• E) To promote maritime tourism

• F) To establish fishing regulations

• A) To ensure safe transport of dangerous goods

8. Which of the following is NOT a hazard class under the IMDG Code?

• Radioactive substances

• Corrosive materials

• C) Non-hazardous materials

• Biological agents

9. What is the significance of the UN number in the context of dangerous goods?

• D) It indicates the weight of the cargo

• C) It provides a unique identifier for each dangerous good

• B) It classifies the type of packaging

• A) It identifies the shipping route

10. Which document is required for the transport of dangerous goods?

• B) Dangerous goods declaration

• G) Export license

• F) Delivery receipt

• E) Freight bill