MEO Class 1 Writtens 2019

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December 2019

Question
what are the UNCI.OS provisions concerning ship’s flag and nationality’ In observation of UNCLOS what are the duties of flag states and how are they en forced?

Question
With reference to the 0.5% Sulphur limit applied to residual fuel oil applicable from 1 Jan 2020, enumerate the regulations in the MARPOL convention according which this limit is applied globally. Also prepare a plan for changeover of ship fuel oil tanks and engine fuel oil systems to low (0.5%) Sulphur fuel oil so that the ship tanks are ready to comply with the new regulations.

Question
Stress is one of the factors affecting the performance of an individual. What arc the primary strategies for coping with stress affected personnel? How these elements can be best implemented in ships personnel motivating them for better team work?

Question
Socio- Cultural differences have been an accepted fact in major merchant ship around the globe. Explain how such differences generate inter personal conflict and affect safety management. How they can be resolved on board?

Question
The vessel where you are posted as Chief Engineer is undergoing dry-docking and a serious fire occurs on the deck because of welding work. Illustrate the documented procedures to deal with such emergency and its advantage over non documented actions? Explain the different ship related contingencies against which documented procedures are maintained under emergency preparedness of ISM code. In case of a major pollution of oil from a ship how best the contingency plans in emergency preparedness help over other actions.

Question
Illustrate the provision kept towards establishing procedures to identify and testing of “critical’ equipments under ISM Codes, How the list of critical equipment and systems are made and on what factors they are dependent.

Question
Explain the concept of general average? Explain the differences between general average and particular average.

Question
Differentiate between annual, intermediate, renewal, damage and repair surveys. What are the purposes of each survey onboard? Also, enlist all statutory certificates carried onboard, their issuing authority, and the IMO Convention under which they arc issued.

Question
Why does a ship require Marine Insurance cover? Explain Hull Claims and Cargo Claims related with Marine Insurance. State the related documents and information required from the ship in this regard highlighting their validity.

November 2019

Question
Explain Abraham moslows theory of motivation. As chief engineer on board stress the issues you will address for lack of motivation difference in attitude and increase sense of competitiveness for better management and effective control.

Question.
State the UNCLOS requirement for member states to register ships flagged with them and to control safety, pollution, and civil /social aspects of ship
What mechanism is used in India to comply with these requirements

Question.

With reference to the 0.5% Sulphur limit applied to residual fuel oils applicable from 1st Jan 2020, enumerate the regulations in the MARPOL convention according which this limit is applied globally.

Also prepare a plan for changeover of ships fuel oil tanks and engine fuel oil systems to low (0.5%) Sulphur fuel oil so that the ships tanks are ready to comply with the new regulations.

Question
In an unfortunate incident of Main Engine Crank case explosion on your vessel, the main engine was badly damaged and two engine room personnel suffered serious injuries. Explain how you will present the vessel for subsequent inspections by P&I and H&M insurance companies with special emphasis on the records and documents required in each case to ensure that only genuine claims are honoured.

Question

Referring generally to a general Ballast Water Treatment (BWT) System, explain:

Requirements related to construction and technical performance.

Requirements related to onboard installation of the system

Special requirements for tankers and ships carrying dangerous chemicals.

Question.

Define a unseaworthy ship within the meaning of MS Act 1958, as amended.

Explain detainable deficiency with reference to a PSC inspection and

Describe the procedure to be followeed for timely release of a vessel detained for serious structural deficiencies under PSC.

Question

With respect to engine room man management enlist the key issues you will address with proper justification in the following areas,

(a) Training programs (b) Long term personnel development concept (c) Attitude and motivation development (d) Emergency response (e) Coping with stress.

Question

With reference to “ISM Code” write short notes on (a) Masters Responsibility and authority (b) Advantage of drills and exercises (e) Internal Audits (d) Management Review.

October 2019

Nov 2019Question

What do you understand by “Unseaworthy vessels” within the meaning of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958, as amended?

What according to you is the difference between “Unseaworthy ships” & “Unsafe ships”.

What are the obligations of owners to crew with respect seaworthiness?

Question

To operate engines in compliance with the new IMO 2020 sulphur limits and to prepare the engine and auxiliaries for the changes in fuel characteristics, is a challenge for owners, operators and crews. From the Chief Engineer’s perspective, explain the following briefly >

Cylinder lubrication strategies.

Compatibility issues between fuel bunkered at different ports.

Procedures employed for preparing fuel oil tanks onboard.

Question.

Your owners have asked you to propose suitable retrofit for your ship with Ballast water management Equipment, Give a reasoned response.

You may make any assumptions but list the assumptions in the beginning.

Question

You as C/E are requested to inform your company with respect to inspection of propeller in drydock during which you noticed a surface crack on one of the blades.
State the steps taken by you as C/E for successful handling of the situation.

Question.

Referring to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, discuss:-

Flag State & Port State responsibilities.

On-board & On-shore Complaint Procedures.

Detainable deficiencies.

Grievance Redressal Mechanisms for Indian seafarers

Question

Define communication.
Enumerate and discuss the different types of communication
Discuss the various barriers to effective communication on ship.
You are doing main engine decarburization and the work is carried out in two groups, one working on cylinder head platform and the other group working in the bottom platform
Identify the areas in this operation where there can be a hazard due to failure of communication
Also suggest risk mitigation measures to mitigate this hazard of failure of communication.

Question.

The initial imo strategy for GHG reduction adopted at MEPC 72 is the first milestone set out in the Roadmap for developing a comprehensive IMO Strategy on reduction of GHG emissions from ships:

Define the Objectives of this Initial Strategy

State the levels of ambition identified in the Initial strategy.

List out the small , mid and Long term candidate measures with possible timelines as discussed in imo strategy for reduction of ghg

Question

Discuss the procedure of entry into force of an IMO Convention after its Adoption? State the provision and its importance towards entry into force of the convention.

For a convention of important technical nature state the general rules/ conditions observed by the states for its entry into force. Explain the terms (i) Accession (ii) Signature subject to Ratification, acceptance or approval

Question

With reference to marine insurance , write short notes on the following:

Port of refuge

Particular average and General average

Total loss and Constructive loss

September 2019

Question.

With reference to MLC 2006.

Briefly discuss
Minimum requirements for seafarers to work on a ship
Conditions of employment
Compliance and enforcement of the convention

Question.

Explain Abraham moslows theory of motivation. As chief engineer on board stress the issues you will address for lack of motivation difference in attitude and increase sense of competitiveness for better management and effective control

Question

State the UNCLOS requirement for member states to register ships flagged with them and to control safety, pollution, and civil /social aspects of ship
What mechanism is used in India to comply with these requirements

Question
With reference to Port State Control Inspection,
(a) What are “clear ground” and “ISM related deficiencies” for a Port State Control Officer to conduct a more detailed inspections of the ship.
(b) List out five deficiencies, which may lead to detention of the vessel. Also enumerate the cause of such deficiency and preventive action you, as Chief Engineer, will take to avoid reoccurrence of such detainable deficiencies.

Question

What are P&I clubs? How P&I clubs collect funds from ships what are the risks covered under P&I.

Question
Which engine development and retrofitting were adopted by engine manufactures to enable hassle free slow steaming and ultra slow steaming of ships

Question
Describe the background and relevance of International convention on civil liability for bunker oil pollution damage 2001.
define the following under bunker convention and explain how they differ from other similar convention such as CLC 92.
Pollution damage. Bunker oil. Time limit for claims. Exclusion.

Question
What are the principles of modern salvage law? What is G.A, explain in context of G.A
a) Entitlement
b) Artificial adjustment
c) Contestation

Question
To operate engines in compliance with the new sulphur limits in sulphur emission control areas and to prepare the engine and auxiliaries for change in fuel characteristics, is a challenge for onwers, operators and crew. From the chief engineers perspective explain the following briefly.
Cylinder lubrication strategies. Cat fines related issues. Fuel change over procedure.

August 2019

Question

The vessel in which you are the c/e is about to be laid up for 3 months for commercial reason

All equipment and machinery on board require to be preserved during lay up period for recommissioning when required.

Describe the action you will take as c/e to prepare the main propulsion diesel engine for preserving during lay up period.

Question

Discuss the procedure of entry into force of an IMO Convention after its Adoption? State the provision and its importance towards entry into force of the convention.

For a convention of important technical nature state the general rules/ conditions observed by the states for its entry into force. Explain the terms
(i) Accession
(ii) Signature subject to Ratification, acceptance or approval

Question.

To operate engines in compliance with the new sulphur limits in sulphur emission control areas (SECAs) and to prepare the engine and auxiliaries for the changes in fuel characteristics, is a challenge for owners, operators and crews. From the Chief Engineer s perspective, explain the following briefly:-
a)Cylinder lubrication strategics.
b)Cat-fines related issues.
c)Fuel change-over procedures.

Question

A successful voyage as a chief engineer is a combination of a trouble free run of machinery, optimum use of fuel, minimum interpersonal conflicts and minimum intervention of shore authorities, do you believe this to be true considering the ship as an organization, explain how you as manager can achieve this.

Question

With reference to marine insurance , write short notes on the following:

Port of refuge

Particular average and General average

Total loss and Constructive loss

Question.

The initial imo strategy for GHG reduction adopted at MEPC 72 is the first milestone set out in the Roadmap for developing a comprehensive IMO Strategy on reduction of GHG emissions from ships:

Define the Objectives of this Initial Strategy

State the levels of ambition identified in the Initial strategy.

List out the small , mid and Long term candidate measures with possible timelines as discussed in imo strategy for reduction of ghg

Question

With reference to “ISM Code” write short notes on

(a) Role of company office

(b) Advantage of drills and exercises

(c ) Documented procedure

(d) Management Review.

Question

EXPLAIN THE FOLLOWING TERMS

a) Charter party

b) Freight

c) Lay time, Demurrage and off-hire

d) Bareboat charter

e) Bill of lading

Question

State the responsibilities and liabilities, under Hague-Visby Rules of: (a) The Shipper (b) The Shipowner And explain the difference between Hague rules and Hague-Visby rule.

July 2019

Question.

With reference to the 0.5% Sulphur limit applied to residual fuel oils applicable from 1st Jan 2020, enumerate the regulations in the MARPOL convention according which this limit is applied globally.
Also prepare a plan for changeover of ships fuel oil tanks and engine fuel oil systems to low (0.5%) Sulphur fuel oil so that the ships tanks are ready to comply with the new regulations.

Question

Discuss the principle of marine insurance. Explain each of the principle with suitable examples.

Question.
Discuss with merits and demerits of different principles used to operate reciprocating internal-combustion engines on gas, with special focus on the following:
a. Pre-mixed Low pressure Gas injection. High-pressure Gas injection Diesel- Gas engines

Question.
Referring to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, discuss:-
Flag State & Port State responsibilities.
On-board & On-shore Complaint Procedures.
Detainable deficiencies.
Grievance Redressal Mechanisms for Indian seafarers

Question.
Your owners have asked you to propose suitable retrofit for your ship with Ballast water management Equipment, Give a reasoned response.
You may make any assumptions but list the assumptions in the beginning.

Question
Discuss the procedure of entry into force of an IMO Convention after its Adoption? State the provision and its importance towards entry into force of the convention.
For a convention of important technical nature state the general rules/ conditions observed by the states for its entry into force. Explain the terms (i) Accession (ii) Signature subject to Ratification, acceptance or approval.

Question.
Describe the background and relevance of the International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage, 2001. Define the following under Bunker Conventions and explain how they differ from other similar Conventions such as CLC’92:- .
Pollution damage
Bunker oil
Time limits for claims
Exclusions

Question
Define communication.
Enumerate and discuss the different types of communication
Discuss the various barriers to effective communication on ship.
You are doing main engine decarburization and the work is carried out in two groups, one working on cylinder head platform and the other group working in the bottom platform
Identify the areas in this operation where there can be a hazard due to failure of communication
Also suggest risk mitigation measures to mitigate this hazard of failure of communication.

Question.
The initial imo strategy for GHG reduction adopted at MEPC 72 is the first milestone set out in the Roadmap for developing a comprehensive IMO Strategy on reduction of GHG emissions from ships:
Define the Objectives of this Initial Strategy
State the levels of ambition identified in the Initial strategy.
List out the small , mid and Long term candidate measures with possible timelines as discussed in imo strategy for reduction of ghg

June 2019

Question 1

Define communication.

Enumerate and discuss the different types of communication

Discuss the various barriers to effective communication on ship.

You are doing main engine decarburization and the work is carried out in two groups, one working on cylinder head platform and the other group working in the bottom platform

Identify the areas in this operation where there can be a hazard due to failure of communication

Also suggest risk mitigation measures to mitigate this hazard of failure of communication.

Question 2

State the UNCLOS requirement for member states to register ships flagged with them and to control safety, pollution, and civil /social aspects of ship

What mechanism is used in India to comply with these requirements

Question 3

What are P & 1 clubs? Describe how P & I clubs collect fund from ship-owners.

What are the risk that are covered under the term protection and indemnity?

State briefly what are the advantages of the formation of a P&l club in India?

Question 4

With reference to Port State Control Inspection,

(a) What are “clear ground” and “ISM related deficiencies” for a Port State Control Officer to conduct a more detailed inspections of the ship.

(b) List out five deficiencies, which may lead to detention of the vessel. Also enumerate the cause of such deficiency and preventive action you, as Chief Engineer, will take to avoid reoccurrence of such detainable deficiencies.

Question 5

You are deputed by your company to a shipyard for taking delivery of a new ship fitted with an intelligent engine for main propulsion. Assuming that you have never worked on these engines, enumerate: (a) How you would ascertain the items that need to be personally examined by you, &,

(b) How you would carry out the examining of each item stated at ‘(a)’.

Confine your answers for ‘(a)’ & ‘(b)’ with respect to the main propulsion only.

Question 6

With reference to the 0.5% Sulphur limit applied to residual fuel oils applicable from 1st Jan 2020, enumerate the regulations in the MARPOL convention according which this limit is applied globally.

Also prepare a plan for changeover of ships fuel oil tanks and engine fuel oil systems to low (0.5%) Sulphur fuel oil so that the ships tanks are ready to comply with the new regulations.

Question 7

What are the principles of modern salvage law? What is G.A, explain in context of G.A

a) Entitlement

b) Artificial adjustment

c) Contestation

Question 8

Discuss the principle of marine insurance. Explain each of the principle with suitable examples.

Question 9

Describe the background and relevance of International convention on civil liability for bunker oil pollution damage 2001.

Define the following under bunker convention and explain how they differ from other similar convention such as CLC 92.

Pollution damage. Bunker oil. Time limit for claims. Exclusion.

April 2019

Question 1

Discuss the capital voyage and operating cost of ship operation and explain chief engineer role in optimizing them.

What are the modern management principle used in inventory control?

Question 2

Discuss with merits and demerits of different principles used to operate reciprocating internal-combustion engines on gas, with special focus on the following:

a. Pre-mixed Low-pressure Gas injection.

B High-pressure Gas injection Diesel- Gas engines.

Question 3

a) Cylinder lubrication strategies.

b) Cat-fines related issues.

c) Fuel change-over procedures.

Question 4

Referring to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, discuss: –

Flag State & Port State responsibilities.

On-board & On-shore Complaint Procedures.

Detainable deficiencies.

Grievance Redressal Mechanisms for Indian seafarers.

Question 5

Describe the general structure* of a Ballast Water Treatment (BWT) System, highlighting the following methods of treatment: –

UV Treatment method

Gas Treatment method

Electrolysis method

Magnetic Separation method.

Question 6

Describe the background and relevance of the International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage, 2001. Define the following under Bunker Conventions and explain how they differ from other similar Conventions such as CLC’92: – .

Pollution damage

Bunker oil

Time limits for claims

Exclusions

Question 7

Discuss the procedure of entry into force of an IMO Convention after its Adoption? State the provision and its importance towards entry into force of the convention.

Question 8

Define communication.

Enumerate and discuss the different types of communication

Discuss the various barriers to effective communication on ship.

You are doing main engine decarburization and the work is carried out in two groups, one working on cylinder head platform and the other group working in the bottom platform

Identify the areas in this operation where there can be a hazard due to failure of communication

Also suggest risk mitigation measures to mitigate this hazard of failure of communication.

Question 9

The initial IMO strategy for GHG reduction adopted at MEPC 72 is the first milestone set out in the Roadmap for developing a comprehensive IMO Strategy on reduction of GHG emissions from ships:

Define the Objectives of this Initial Strategy

State the levels of ambition identified in the Initial strategy.

List out the small , mid and Long term candidate measures with possible timelines as discussed in IMO strategy for reduction of GHG.

MARCH 2019.

Question 1

With reference to the 0.5% Sulphur limit applied to residual fuel oils applicable from 1 Jan 2020.

enumerate the regulations in the MARPOL convention according which this 0.5% Sulphur limit is applied globally

Also prepare a plan for changing over of ships fuel oil tanks and engine fuel oil systems to low (0.5%) Sulphur fuel oil so that the ships tanks are ready to Comply with the new regulations

Question 2

One of the objectives of UNCLOS is protection of marine environment and prevention of pollution. Define pollution as per UNCLOS and discuss the key features of obligations of costal states in this regard.

State the 3 main tiers of the oil pollution damage compensation convention of the I.M.O

In each case elaborate on who is responsible for payment of compensation

Also state the source of fund as well as certification required by ship under each tier.

Question 3

Explain Abraham Maslow’s theory of motivation. As chief engineer on board stress the issues you will address for lack of motivation difference in attitude and increase sense of competitiveness for better management and effective control

Question 4

Discuss the principle of marine insurance. Explain each of the principle with suitable examples.

Question 5

Define a unseaworthy ship within the meaning of MS Act 1958, as amended.

Explain detainable deficiency with reference to a PSC inspection and

Describe the procedure to be followed for timely release of a vessel detained for serious structural deficiencies under PSC.

Question 6

With reference to “ISM Code” write short notes on

(a) Masters Responsibility and authority

(b) Advantage of drills and exercises

(d) Management Review.

Question 7

In an unfortunate incident of Main Engine Crank case explosion on your vessel, the main engine was badly damaged and two engine room personnel suffered serious injuries. Explain how you will present the vessel for subsequent inspections by P&I and H&M insurance companies with special emphasis on the records and documents required in each case to ensure that only genuine claims are honoured.

Question 8

With respect to engine room man management enlist the key issues you will address with proper justification in the following areas,

(a) Training programs

(b) Long term personnel development concept

(d) Emergency response

(e) Coping with stress.

Question 9

Referring generally to a general Ballast Water Treatment (BWT) System, explain:

Requirements related to construction and technical performance.

Requirements related to onboard installation of the system

Special requirements for tankers and ships carrying dangerous chemicals.

February 2019.

Question 1

To operate engines in compliance with the new sulphur limits in sulphur emission control areas and to prepare the engine and auxiliaries for change in fuel characteristics, is a challenge for owners, operators and crew. From the chief engineer’s perspective explain the following briefly.

Cylinder lubrication strategies. Cat fines related issues. Fuel change over procedure.

Question 2

Define communication.

Enumerate and discuss the different types of communication

Discuss the various barriers to effective communication on ship.

You are doing main engine decarburization and the work is carried out in two groups, one working on cylinder head platform and the other group working in the bottom platform

Identify the areas in this operation where there can be a hazard due to failure of communication

Also suggest risk mitigation measures to mitigate this hazard of failure of communication.

Question 3

The vessel in which you are the c/e is about to be laid up for 3 months for commercial reason

All equipment and machinery on board require to be preserved during lay up period for recommissioning when required.

Describe the action you will take as c/e to prepare the main propulsion diesel engine for preserving during lay-up period.

Question 4

Define an unseaworthy ship within the meaning of MS Act 1958, as amended.

Explain detainable deficiency with reference to a PSC inspection and

Describe the procedure to be followed for timely release of a vessel detained for serious structural deficiencies under PSC.

Question 5

Discuss the capital voyage and operating cost of ship operation and explain chief engineer role in optimizing them.

What are the modern management principle used in inventory control?

Question 6

Describe the general structure* of a Ballast Water Treatment (BWT) System, highlighting the following methods of treatment: –

UV Treatment method

Gas Treatment method

Electrolysis method

Magnetic Separation method.

Question 7

Illustrate the salient features factors for on board training and standards of competence as laid down on STCW 95 chapter III underline the specific roles a chief engineer needs to perform towards necessary satisfactory training of engine room personnel under these parameters what will be criteria for evaluating competence for on board training by a chief engineer.

Question 8

Explain the key features of UNCLOS. Enumerate the key areas covered under the convention.

Question 9

With reference to “ISM Code” write short notes on

(a) Role of company office

(b) Advantage of drills and exercises

(c ) Documented procedure

(d) Management Review

January 2019

Question 1

The vessel in which you are the Chief Engineer is about to be laid up for 3 months for commercial reasons.

All equipment and machinery on board require to be preserved during the lay-up period for re-commissioning when required.

Describe the actions you will take as Chief Engineer to prepare the Auxiliary Diesel engine for preserving during the lay-up period.

Question 2

The utilization of renewable energy sources is currently benefiting from vast international attention in many industrial fields, including shipping. Discuss the most promising technologies under development for the utilization of non- conventional energy in shipping.

Question 3

Discuss various techniques for ‘Risk Assessment’ applied onboard, with brief description on the following techniques: –

a) Fault Tree Analysis (FTA).

b) Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA).

c) Event Tree Analysis (ETA)

Question 4

Discuss with merits and demerits of different principles used to operate reciprocating internal-combustion engines on gas, with special focus on the following:

a. Pre-mixed Low-pressure Gas injection.

b. High-pressure Gas injection Diesel- Gas engines

Question 5

a) Cylinder lubrication strategies.

b) Cat-fines related issues.

c) Fuel change-over procedures

Question 6

With respect to typical High Voltage System onboard, briefly describe, comparing with low voltage systems: –

a) Earthing

b) Protection devices

c) Emergency Shut-down devices Plugs & sockets

Question 7

Describe the general structure of a Ballast Water Treatment (BWT) System, highlighting the following methods of treatment: –

UV Treatment method

Gas Treatment method

Electrolysis method

Magnetic Separation method

Question 8

Pollution damage

Bunker oil

Time limits for claims

Exclusions

Question 9

Referring to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, discuss: –

Flag State & Port State responsibilities.

On-board & On-shore Complaint Procedures.

Detainable deficiencies.

Grievance Redressal Mechanisms for Indian seafarers

MEO Class 1 Writtens 2019

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