cmo seam 5 final quiz 1 1085

According to Article 98(1) of UNCLOS, what is every state required to mandate of a ship flying its flag?

• To provide free passage to all vessels.

• To engage in regular maritime patrols.

• To require the master to render assistance to those in danger at sea, without serious danger to their own vessel.

• To report all sightings of distressed vessels immediately.

According to the Navigation Act 1912 (265), what is the penalty for a master of a ship who fails to proceed with all practicable speed to the assistance of persons believed to be in distress?

• A monetary fine.

• Suspension of their license.

• Imprisonment for 4 years.

• Community service.

What are two examples of equipment that should be ready for launch when assisting a vessel in distress?

• Radar and sonar systems.

• Lifebuoy and tender or zodiac.

• Anchors and mooring lines.

• Cranes and lifting gear.

In very bad weather conditions, what is mentioned as a dangerous method for taking crew off a distressed vessel?

• Using helicopters.

• Using the distressed vessel's own life rafts.

• Using lifeboats.

• Waiting for the weather to improve.

What is the primary purpose of a rescue boat?

• To transport large numbers of survivors over long distances.

• To provide a stable platform for medical operations in rough seas.

• To retrieve survivors quickly in emergencies, especially in confined areas.

• To act as a primary communication hub during a rescue operation.

The text suggests that timing is a key consideration in rescue operations. Why might waiting for daylight be preferable in some rescue scenarios?

• Because it guarantees better weather conditions.

• Because it always reduces the overall time of the rescue.

• Because it improves visibility, reduces risks to the rescue team, and allows for more efficient resource utilization when there is no immediate danger.

• Because survivors are always calmer and easier to manage during the day.

The text mentions that a merchant vessel is bound to proceed to the scene of distress upon receiving a message. However, the provided scenario describes a tanker taking over 36 hours to arrive due to various reasons. Which of the following best explains why a significant delay might be unavoidable?

• Merchant vessels are not always equipped for rescue operations.

• The distress location might be very far from the responding vessel, and adverse conditions could further slow its progress.

• The master of the responding vessel has the discretion to decide if the rescue is too dangerous.

• Communication delays always add significant time to the response.

Why is it important for the painter (bow line) to be taut when launching a rescue boat from a moving rescue ship?

• To allow for easier boarding of survivors.

• To ensure the boat moves directly towards the distressed vessel.

• To provide stability and control as the boat is lowered and to help it shear away safely from the ship's side.

• To make it easier to retrieve the rescue boat after the operation.

The text describes a situation where a disabled vessel might be drifting rapidly. Why would approaching the leeward side amidships with a rescue boat be potentially dangerous in such a scenario?

• The rescue boat's engine might not be powerful enough to maneuver against the drift.

• Survivors might be too weak to climb down the leeward side.

• The drifting vessel could potentially collide with or fall onto the rescue boat.

• It would be difficult to maintain communication with the distressed vessel from that position.

What is the key difference in application between a rescue boat and a motor lifeboat, based on the information provided?

• Rescue boats are used for long-range operations, while motor lifeboats are for short-range.

• Rescue boats are primarily for carrying supplies, while motor lifeboats are for transporting survivors.

• Rescue boats are better suited for calm seas and near-ship rescues, while motor lifeboats are designed for more challenging conditions and longer distances.

• Rescue boats require more trained personnel than motor lifeboats.