Emergency Supply and Distribution - MCQs

Why do warships need an emergency power system?

• To save fuel during operations

• To power non-essential equipment

• To provide power when the main system fails

• To increase the ship's speed

What is the purpose of the emergency supply system?

• To power entertainment systems

• To give power to important equipment if the main system is damaged

• To charge batteries only

• To reduce crew workload

Where does emergency power usually come from?

• Solar panels

• External supply boats

• Special breakers in the Main Switchboard or EDCs

• Portable battery packs

How are emergency cables usually run through the ship?

• Through air vents

• Along ceilings only

• Through the main hallways

• Under the floors

What must be used when emergency cables pass through watertight bulkheads or decks?

• Waterproof tape

• Flexible plastic pipes

• Emergency connection boxes

• Wooden frames

What does a Hand Changeover Switch (HCOS) do?

• Increases cable length

• Switches between normal and emergency power

• Controls lighting brightness

• Converts voltage

What are "sheddables" in the emergency power system?

• Wires used in emergencies

• Tools for electricians

• Less important equipment that can be turned off

• Backup batteries

What improvement do newer ships have for emergency power?

• More emergency cables

• A second main switchboard

• An emergency generator with its own system

• Extra lights in hallways

What are Emergency Supply Breakers used for?

• Connecting speakers

• Controlling lighting circuits

• Supplying emergency power and controlled manually

• Automatically turning off fans

What special feature does the Emergency Connection Box have?

• A built-in battery

• A key to lock cables in place

• A touchscreen interface

• Built-in radio communication