Question 1 of 25

Why is it essential for the crew to maintain the windlass and to know the correct procedures for anchoring?

• This is important to ensure Safety.
• This is important to ensure that future anchoring operations can be carried out.
• This is important as any damaged machinery part or breaking chain can cause a heavy blow leading to permanent injury or death.
• This is important to ensure that the PMS is being followed.

Question 2 of 25

What happens if the anchor gets stuck in an underwater obstruction?

• Nothing.
• The chain and the windlass may break.
• The ship will move.
• The Port Authorities will be in trouble.

Question 3 of 25

Prior to heaving up the anchor, the person in charge on deck must perform what checks?

• Check the water is deep enough.
• Check that the Dog Clutch is engaged.
• Check that the guillotine (cable stopper) is free from the chain.
• Check that the Windlass is started.

Question 4 of 25

What type of anchor is shown in this picture?

• Mushroom anchor
• Kedge anchor
• Bruce anchor
• Stockless anchor

Question 5 of 25

What holds the ship in the sea?

• The anchor.
• The anchor chain.
• The anchor chain together with the anchor.
• The weight of the ship.

Question 6 of 25

For what kind of vessels is the Walkback method of lowering the anchor recommended?

• Cruise Ships
• Tankers and Container Ships
• Vessels above 100,000 GT
• Vessels less than 100,000 GT

Question 7 of 25

Prior to heaving up, the Brake must be in what position?

• Loosened
• Tightened
• On
• Inspected

Question 8 of 25

What part of the anchor is labeled in this diagram as "B"?

• Crown
• Shank
• Ring or D-shackle
• Fluke or palm

Question 9 of 25

Which method of anchoring prevents piling up and twisting of the cable?

• The Walkback method
• None of the methods
• The Let Go method
• Both methods

Question 10 of 25

Prior to anchoring the Master must ensure what?

• All of the given options.
• That the ship is operating in the astern propulsion.
• That the seabed at the anchorage area is clear.
• That the anchor is clean.

Question 11 of 25

When does dragging of the anchor happen?

• Dragging the anchor happens when the Master operates astern propulsion.
• Dragging the anchor happens when the current and tide effect is strong.
• Dragging the anchor happens when the wind effect is too strong.
• Dragging the anchor happens when the vessel drifts without holding power despite being anchored. This may be due to not enough chain being given out depending on the weather or due to the wrong type of seabed.

Question 12 of 25

What part of the anchor is labeled in this diagram as "C"?

• Ring or D-shackle
• Crown
• Fluke or palm
• Shank

Question 13 of 25

What is the Spurling Pipe ?

• It is the opening in the deck which allows the chain to travel from the deck to the anchor.
• It is the opening in the deck where the anchor chain is kept.
• It is the opening in the deck which allows the chain to travel from the gypsy wheel to the anchor.
• It is the opening in deck which allows the chain to travel from the Chain Locker to the Gypsy drum.

Question 14 of 25

What type of anchor is shown in this picture?

• Stockless anchor
• Mushroom anchor
• Bruce anchor
• Kedge anchor

Question 15 of 25

Which method of lowering the anchor uses gravity?

• None of the methods
• Walkback Method
• Let Go Method
• Both Methods

Question 16 of 25

What type of seabed is considered the best for anchoring?

• Shell bottoms.
• Rocky bottoms.
• Soft muddy ground or clay bottoms.
• Grassy bottoms.

Question 17 of 25

Monthly or Quarterly checks should include what routines?

• The hydraulic motor foundation should be checked for tightness and any sign of wear at the base.
• A check on the condition of the brake linings depending on the frequency of use.
• All the couplings, hydraulic valves and piping to be checked for leaks, tightness and functioning.
• Inspection for corrosion.

Question 18 of 25

Prior to heaving up the anchor, the Dog Clutch must be in what position?

• Engaged
• Disengaged
• Secured
• Removed

Question 19 of 25

Which method of lowering the anchor uses Windlass Power?

• Walkback Method
• Let Go Method
• None of the methods.
• Both methods

Question 20 of 25

Temperature rise in the main shaft or gear shaft indicates what?

• Proper maintenance is carried out.
• Enough lubrication is present.
• Lack of or less lubrication than needed.
• That an inspection has been done recently.

Question 21 of 25

What part of the anchor is labeled in this diagram as "A"?

• Fluke or palm
• Ring or D-shackle
• Crown
• Shank

Question 22 of 25

The anchor may break the chain or damage the windlass under which of the following conditions?

• Stuck on pipelines.
• Stuck in mud.
• Stuck on rocks.
• Stuck in clay.

Question 23 of 25

What happens if the seabed at the anchoring position is not good?

• The ship may start dragging the anchor.
• The Port Authority will contact the Master.
• Nothing.
• The windlass might break.

Question 24 of 25

What is involved in the operation of clearing the Anchor?

• Removing the guillotine or chain stopper from the anchor chain.
• Ensuring that the break is on.
• Removing any rubbish from the anchor chain.
• Opening all lashings.

Question 25 of 25

What does dragging the anchor mean?

• Dragging the anchor is a term used for when the Master uses astern propulsion.
• Dragging the anchor is a term used for when the current moves the anchor.
• Dragging the anchor is a term used when the vessel starts to drift without holding power despite being at anchor.
• Dragging the anchor is a term used for when the vessel swings with the Wind, Current and Tide.