Question 1 of 15

When should the number of lashings be increased compared to the CSS Code "Rule of Thumb" for cargo securing?

• For tall and narrow cargoes.
• For cargoes with a high centre of gravity.
• All options are correct.
• For cargoes not rigid in form.

Question 2 of 15

What kind of information may be found in the quick lashing guide included in the Informative Material of IMO/ILO/UNECE Code of Practice on Packing of Cargo Transport Units (CTU Code)?

• How transport packages shall be designed.
• The required number of lashings for different sea areas.
• Contact information for lashing equipment suppliers.
• Correct marking of dangerous goods.

Question 3 of 15

According to the cargo securing manual, when shall the cargo securing in RoRo spaces be completed?

• Before the vessel leaves the berth.
• Before the vessel reaches deep water.
• Before the vessel reaches international water.
• Prior to closing hatches and doors.

Question 4 of 15

What should be considered when securing cargo with straight lashings?

• The lashings should only be attached to the cargo transport unit and not the cargo it carries.
• Road vehicles may only be secured with chain lashings.
• Some of the lashings must be crossed so that also tipping is prevented.
• All lashings should, as far as possible, be of similar length and material.

Question 5 of 15

What is meant by the term "Blocking"?

• Cargo is taken ashore in order to be taken on board later.
• Cargo is square or rectangular in profile.
• Cargo is stowed against other cargo units, a bulkhead or other fixed structures.
• Cargo is secured by heavy duty chains.

Question 6 of 15

Which is a possible consequence of cargo shifting resulting from improper cargo securing?

• Good will
• Favourable environmental impact
• Economic benefits
• Loss of the vessel and/or lives

Question 7 of 15

When inspecting a chain lashing, you are mostly inspecting the links for bending or damage. Is this statement true or false?

• True
• False

Question 8 of 15

Why are jacks placed under roll trailers?

• To increase the trailers stability and prevent them from tipping over.
• To decrease the trailers stability and thereby prevent them from sliding.
• To evenly distribute the load on deck.
• To mark where the roll trailers go.

Question 9 of 15

Which of the following is the most important reason why vehicles should never be parked on lashing equipment?

• The protective paint layer on deck might be damaged
• The lashings might get lost.
• It looks untidy.
• This increases the risk of cargo shifting, and the lashings may cause cargo damage.

Question 10 of 15

Which of the following cargoes are least sensitive to tipping?

• Steel plates stowed flat on the vessels deck.
• High and narrow wooden boxes.
• Stacks of unsecured containers.
• Top heavy pieces of machinery, such as stone crushers.

Question 11 of 15

How should painted surfaces on the cargo be protected from different types of lashings?

• There is no need to protect such surfaces; any damage will be repaired prior to delivery to the consignee.
• By using painted or rubber coated steel chains.
• By not tightening the lashings.
• By using rubber mats or corner protectors.

Question 12 of 15

Where can you find information on how to perform and record inspections and maintenance of cargo securing equipment?

• In the vessel's Cargo Securing Manual.
• In the vessels International Safety Management Manual.
• In the Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing (CSS Code).
• In SOLAS.

Question 13 of 15

What does the abbreviation IMO stand for?

• International Maritime Organization
• Interposal Maritime Organization
• Independent Maritime Organization
• Interposal Maritime Organization

Question 14 of 15

IMO was established in 1948 as a specialised agency of which international body?

• The United States Coast Guard
• The United Nations
• The International Labour Organization
• The Maritime and Coastguard Agency

Question 15 of 15

Which of the following is an example of a material combination with a low friction?

• Steel plates on rubber mats.
• Sawn wood on rubber mats.
• Sawn wood on wood.
• Steel plates on a painted steel deck.