676 NICSOLLS'S SEAMANSHIP AND NAUTICAL KNOWLEDGE

6. The derricks of a vessel are tested to lift 5 tons each, no heavy

derrick being available. There is a weight of 6 tons to be lifted
out of the hold. What gear would you ng to land this weight on
deck?

7. One of the steering chains has carried away. What action would

you take 1

Paper 1.

1. Describe types of slings and gear used for slinging different kinds of

cargo.

2. Ship in ballast trim, you are to load general cargo in all holds.

When and what tanks would you pump out, and give reasons ?

3. Describe how you would prepare a ship for a cargo of grain in bulk

when loading at a port in D.S A.

4. Describe how a wood deck is fitted on transverse beams. How

would you prevent decay in wooden decks ?

5. What entries are made in the mate's log book in port ? Why is

accuracy important with regard to log book statements ?

6. A derrick 40 feet long has to lift a weight of 6 tons with a guntackle

purchase. The span is made fast 50 feet above the heel and the
purchase fall is led down the derrick. Find the stress on the span
and the thrust on the derrick, assuming the weight plumbs a point
25 feet from the mast.

7. Describe the emergency steering gear of any ship you have served in.

Paper 2.
1. Prepare holds for a general cargo. Describe how you would stow it
and distribute the weights.
2. What particulars would you give when indenting for the following
stores:—Canvas, paint brushes, blocks, manila rope, shackles, reel
for mooring wire, lugsail for life-boat, nuts and bolts ?
3 The ship has just completed loading. State all that should be done
with regard to hatches, cargo gear and cleaning up the dscks
preparatory to going to sea.
4. You are responsible for receiving cargo. What precautions should
be taken to safeguard the ship's interests ?