Chief Mate(PH-1) - Format of SHIP SAFETY, EMERGENCIES, MAINTENANCE AND MANAGERIAL SKILLS

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
FIRST MATE OF A FOREIGN GOING SHIP (PHASE – I)
FUNCTION: CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF THE SHIP AND
CARE FOR PERSONS ON BOARD (Management Level)
PAPER: SHIP SAFETY, EMERGENCIES, MAINTENANCE AND MANAGERIAL SKILLS

TIME: 3 Hours                                  PASS MARKS: 75                                    MAX. MARKS: 150

Notes:
1. Attempt any 6 questions out of 7.
2. All questions carry equal marks i.e. 25 marks each.
3. Where applicable sketches should be drawn to support the answer.

 Questions based on:
Competency No.17: Maintain safety and security of the ship's crew and passengers and the operational condition of life-saving, fire-fighting and other safety systems

17.1 A thorough knowledge of life-saving appliance regulations (International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea) - LSA Code

17.2 Organisation of fire and abandon ship drills

17.3 Maintenance of operational condition of life-saving, fire-fighting and other safety systems

17.4 Actions to be taken to protect and safeguard all persons on board in emergencies

17.5 Actions to limit damage and salve the ship following a fire, explosion, collision or grounding

17. 6 Safety and Security of the ship’s crew and passengers: Safety committee, maintenance of safety equipment, care and maintenance of rope wires, code of safe working practices, dock safety regulation. Reporting of accidents.

17.7 Ship maintenance and repairs: Corrosion prevention, structure of paints and painting areas, Planned maintenance, maintenance of cargo handling equipment

Competency No.18: Develop emergency and damage control plans and handle emergency situations

18.1 Emergency situations

18.1.1 Demonstrates the knowledge of preparation of contingency plans for response to emergencies: Drawing plans to deal with emergencies, legal aspects and seamanship practices.

18.1.2 Understands ship construction with regards to damage control

18.1.3 Explains methods and aids for fire prevention, detection and extinction: Fire prevention procedures, different types of fires and firefighting equipment to be used, fighting fire on different types of ship.

18.1.4 Understands functions and use of life saving appliances: Different types of emergencies, actions taken, life saving appliances and instructions to use it.

Competence No. 19: Use of leadership and managerial skills

19.1 Knowledge of shipboard personnel management and training

19.2 A knowledge of related international maritime conventions and recommendations, and national legislation

19.3 Ability to apply task and workload management, including

19.3.1 planning and co-ordination

19.3.2 personnel assignment

19.3.4 time and resource constraints

19.3.5 prioritization

19.4 Knowledge and ability to apply effective resource management

19.4.1 allocation, assignment, and prioritization of resources,

19.4.2 effective communication on board and ashore,

19.4.3 decisions reflect consideration of team experiences,

19.4.4 assertiveness and leadership, including motivation,

19.4.5 obtaining and maintaining situation awareness

19.5 Knowledge and ability to apply decision-making techniques

19.5.1 situation and risk assessment,

19.5.2 identify and generate options,

19.5.3 selecting course of action,

19.5.4 evaluation of outcome effectiveness

19.6 Development, implementation, and oversight of standard operating procedures
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Q. 1. Competence no. 17.1- 17.5 (SOLAS- LSA)

Q. 2. Competence no. 17.6 (SHIP SAFETY AND SECURITY)

Q. 3 Competence no. 17.7 (SHIP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS)

Q. 4 Competence no. 18 (EMERGENCIES)

Q. 5 Competence no. 18 (SOLAS- FFA)

Q. 6 Competence no. 19 (LEADERSHIP AND MANAGERIAL SKILLS- Motivation, Team working skills, Resource management, Effective Communication)

Q. 7 Competence no. 19 (LEADERSHIP AND MANAGERIAL SKILLS- Risk Assessment, Training of personnel, Standard Operating Procedures)

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