Question 1 of 25

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

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

Question 2 of 25

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

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

Question 3 of 25

What is the Spurling Pipe ?

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

Question 4 of 25

A proper anchor position or anchoring area must have what feature?

• A seabed with shells.
• Obstructions for the anchor to get stuck on.
• A grassy seabed.
• A clear seabed.

Question 5 of 25

What operation is shown in this picture?

• Mediterranean Moor
• Baltic Moor
• Turn Short Round
• Open Moor

Question 6 of 25

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

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

Question 7 of 25

What does dragging the anchor mean?

• 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.
• Dragging the anchor is a term used for when the Master uses astern propulsion.

Question 8 of 25

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

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

Question 9 of 25

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

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

Question 10 of 25

On a yearly basis which inspections and maintenance should be done?

• A check on the condition of the brake linings depending on the frequency of use.
• The bearing clearances, gear wheel contact areas and hydraulic valves should be adjusted for correct operating pressure. The bolts and nuts should be checked for proper tightness. The gear contact should be at least 70% or more.
• Visual inspection of the paint and starting up the Machinery.
• All the couplings, hydraulic valves and piping to be checked for leaks, tightness and functioning.

Question 11 of 25

What is the locking arrangement on the Chain stopper for?

• The locking arrangement is provided to ensure that no one removes the guillotine bar during anchoring.
• The locking arrangement is provided for the chain stopper to avoid the guillotine bar from falling into place and damaging the windlass during anchoring.
• The locking arrangement is provided to ensure that the anchor chain is on the windlass.
• The locking arrangement is provided to ensure that no one removes the chain stopper at any time.

Question 12 of 25

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

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

Question 13 of 25

Why is it important to monitor the load on the Windlass motor?

• This is important as it will give you an indication on how the motor is working.
• This is important as it will give you an indication of a stuck anchor. Higher load is drawn if this occurs.
• This is important as it will give you an indication on whether the Dog Clutch is engaged or not.
• This is important as it will give you an indication on whether the windlass is working.

Question 14 of 25

Who carries out the maintenance routines for the filters of the hydraulic pumps used for running windlasses?

• The Ship's Staff.
• Port State Control
• The Company.
• External engineers.

Question 15 of 25

What is involved in the operation of clearing the Anchor?

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

Question 16 of 25

What type of anchor is shown in this picture?

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

Question 17 of 25

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

• Tightened
• Inspected
• On
• Loosened

Question 18 of 25

What operation is shown in this picture?

• Turn Short Round
• Open Moor
• Mediterranean Moor
• Baltic Moor

Question 19 of 25

What type of anchor is shown in this picture?

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

Question 20 of 25

What type of anchor is shown in this picture?

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

Question 21 of 25

What is the Catenary ratio?

• The length of chain on the seabed against the length of chain hanging in the water.
• The ratio of the weight of the chain to that of the anchor.
• Catenary ratio is not a concept used during anchoring.
• The ratio of the chain payed out to that left in the chain locker.

Question 22 of 25

What type of seabed is considered the best for anchoring?

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

Question 23 of 25

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

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

Question 24 of 25

Prior to anchoring the Master must ensure what?

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

Question 25 of 25

How can a ship's officer judge the wear and tear on the Windlass?

• By listening to the sounds it makes when working.
• By looking at the grease on the windlass.
• By regular inspections of the external and moving parts of gear and shaft.
• By looking at the paint on the machinery.