Cargo Safety and Operations Quiz

Which practice is crucial for ensuring safety during rough seas?

• Regular inspection of lashings

• Crossed lashing of the cargo

• Cargo labeling and handling of cargo

• Temperature monitoring of the cargo

Which document lists all cargo on board?

• Cargo Tally

• Ship’s Manifest

• Cargo Plan

• Cargo Log

Which document outlines the transportation agreement for cargo?

• Bill of Lading

• Stowage Plan

• Mate’s Receipt

• Cargo Manifest

What happens if safety checks are skipped?

• Risk of accidents

• Lower costs

• Better security

• Faster completion

What could happen if a cargo manifest does not match the actual cargo?

• The stowage plan will become irrelevant

• The cargo may be delayed at customs

• The ship will complete its voyage faster

• The crew will finish loading quickly

What is the first step to take if a unit’s center of gravity is higher than its blocking arrangement?

• Move the cargo to the upper deck

• Use additional lashings to secure the top

• Rely on the bottom blocking to secure the unit

• Reduce the number of lashings

What ensures cargo security?

• Security access

• Crew size

• Weight limits

• Ship’s speed

How can bad weather affect operations?

• It changes crew plans

• It delays the ship

• It halts loading

• It increases fuel

How can crew ensure compliance with international regulations during cargo transfer?

• Ignore minor issues with documentation for reporting

• Follow documented procedures and verify all paperwork

• Reduce cargo inspections to avoid fatigue among crew

• Allow the port and shore authority to manage the process

Which type of lashings are used to increase friction between cargo and deck?

• Crossed lashings

• Locking arrangements

• Loop lashings

• Top-over lashings