WorksheetsSafety Knowledge Onboard Ships
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the first step to take in an emergency situation on a ship?
Ignore the situation and continue with normal activities.
Panic and run to the lifeboats immediately.
Assess the situation and ensure personal safety.
Call for help without assessing the surroundings.
Describe the procedure for using a fire extinguisher.
Call the fire department and wait for help.
Use water to extinguish all types of fires.
Turn off the fire and leave the area.
Use the PASS method: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep.
What are the key components of a ship's fire safety plan?
Navigation safety protocols
Key components include fire prevention measures, fire detection systems, firefighting equipment, emergency procedures, crew training, and regular drills.
Cargo loading procedures
Regular maintenance schedules
How do you properly don a life jacket?
Wrap the life jacket around your waist and tie it like a belt.
Slip your arms through the armholes and secure the jacket.
Hold the life jacket in your hands and swim without wearing it.
Put the life jacket on your head and jump in the water.
What is the purpose of a lifeboat and how is it deployed?
A lifeboat is used for fishing and is deployed by throwing it overboard.
The purpose of a lifeboat is to serve as a storage area for supplies, and it is deployed by opening a hatch.
A lifeboat is designed for recreational use and is deployed by inflating it with air.
The purpose of a lifeboat is to provide a means of safe evacuation from a larger vessel in emergencies, and it is deployed by releasing it from its stowed position into the water.
List the types of personal protective equipment (PPE) commonly used on ships.
reflective vests
helmets, gloves, safety goggles, life jackets, steel-toed boots
earplugs
hard hats
What should you do if you encounter a person overboard?
Alert the crew and throw a flotation device.
Call for a lifeboat immediately without alerting the crew.
Ignore the situation and continue sailing.
Jump in the water to rescue the person yourself.
Explain the importance of the ship's muster list.
The muster list is used for crew training purposes.
The muster list is primarily for tracking cargo inventory.
The muster list is a historical document with no current relevance.
The ship's muster list is important for safety, accountability, and efficient emergency response.
What are the primary first aid steps for treating burns?
Pop any blisters that form
Use butter or oil to soothe the burn
Remove source, cool with water, cover with bandage, seek medical help if severe.
Apply ice directly to the burn
How can you identify and report a hazardous material spill?
Cover the spill with a blanket and leave it alone.
Wait for the spill to evaporate on its own.
Ignore the spill and continue working.
Identify unusual signs and report to emergency services.
What is the role of the safety officer on a ship?
The safety officer ensures safety compliance and manages emergency procedures on a ship.
The safety officer is responsible for navigation and steering the ship.
The safety officer manages the ship's cargo and loading operations.
The safety officer oversees the ship's entertainment and leisure activities.
Describe the procedure for using an emergency beacon.
Use the beacon only during daylight hours.
Turn off the beacon after 10 minutes of use.
Activate the emergency beacon in an open area to signal for help.
Activate the beacon indoors for better signal.
What are the environmental regulations regarding waste disposal at sea?
Sewage can be dumped anywhere without limitations.
All types of waste can be disposed of without any regulations.
Waste disposal at sea is completely unrestricted.
Waste disposal at sea is regulated by MARPOL, prohibiting plastics and restricting sewage and hazardous waste.
How do you perform CPR on an adult?
Perform 20 chest compressions followed by 1 rescue breath.
Use a defibrillator before starting CPR.
Only perform chest compressions without rescue breaths.
Perform CPR by alternating 30 chest compressions with 2 rescue breaths.
What is the significance of safety drills on a ship?
Safety drills are unnecessary if the ship has modern technology.
Safety drills are significant for ensuring preparedness and effective response to emergencies on a ship.
Safety drills are only for training new crew members.
Safety drills are primarily for entertainment during long voyages.
