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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam

QMED

Q805 Oiler, Part II

(Sample Examination)

of 19 Q805 Oiler-Part II

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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3

Choose the best answer to the following Multiple Choice Questions.

1. Which of the following materials is recommended for burnishing the slip rings of an alternator after grinding or turning?

o (A) canvas wiper o (B) smooth file o (C) grade 00 sandpaper • (D) hardwood block

If choice D is selected set score to 1.

2. If you see an individual fall overboard, you should __________.

o (A) hail "Man Overboard" o (B) throw a life ring overboard o (C) pass the word to the bridge • (D) all of the above


3. What is meant by the synchronous speed of an AC induction motor?

• (A) speed of the rotating stator magnetic field o (B) slip in percent of rotor RPM o (C) speed at which the rotor turns o (D) frequency of the rotor current

If choice A is selected set score to 1.

4. If there is no head injury, extreme physical discomfort or difficulty in breathing, a patient in shock should be placed in which of the positions listed?

o (A) Arms above the head o (B) Head up and feet down • (C) Flat on back with feet raised 12 to 18 inches o (D) Flat on back with head and feet at the same level

If choice C is selected set score to 1.

5. A dial indicator is used to measure __________.

• (A) shaft eccentricity o (B) torque of a shaft o (C) scribed layout lines on vertical surfaces o (D) positive readings only



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 6. Which of the listed tools should be used to remove a tapered roller bearing from a shaft?

o (A) An acetylene torch and hammer o (B) A tapered "come-a-long" o (C) A steel drift pin and hammer • (D) An arbor press


7. In what application is an emergency shutdown most likely to be located outside the machinery space when the pump itself is located within the machinery space?

• (A) Fuel oil transfer pump o (B) Steering pump o (C) Lube oil circulating pump o (D) Fire pump


8. Which of the following direct reading gauge types is the most popular type used for local display of pressures in the engine room?

o (A) Helix or spiral tube type • (B) Bourdon tube type o (C) Diaphragm type o (D) Bellows type

If choice B is selected set score to 1.

9. In order to retrieve an inflatable life raft and place it on deck, you should heave on the __________.

o (A) lifelines o (B) righting strap o (C) sea anchor • (D) towing bridle


10. Severe airway burns will cause __________.

o (A) nausea o (B) reddening of cheeks • (C) complete obstruction of respiratory passages o (D) nosebleed



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 11. Which of the following procedures reduces the possibility of an interior ventilation duct fire from

rapidly spreading?

o (A) Keeping the duct exterior clean. o (B) Having a portable CO2 ready at each duct opening. o (C) Having a fire hose charged at each duct opening. • (D) Keeping the duct interior clean.


12. What type of direct reading thermometer works on the principle of differential expansion of dissimilar metals as the temperature rises and features a rotary dial scale?

• (A) Bimetallic thermometer o (B) Liquid-in-glass thermometer o (C) Bourdon tube thermometer o (D) Thermocouple pyrometer


13. To prevent the spread of fire by convection you should __________.

o (A) cool the bulkhead around the fire • (B) close all openings to the area o (C) shut off electrical power o (D) remove combustibles from direct exposure


14. After taking on fuel oil, the hoses should be disconnected and __________.

• (A) drained into buckets or fuel tanks o (B) draped over the fantail to dry out o (C) drained over the side and washed out o (D) drained into the bilges and washed out


15. What statement is true concerning viscosity index as it applies to lubricating oils?

o (A) An oil with a high viscosity index would have a relatively high rate of change of viscosity as the pressure changes.

• (B) An oil with a high viscosity index would have a relatively low rate of change of viscosity as the temperature changes.

o (C) An oil with a high viscosity index would have a relatively low rate of change of viscosity as the pressure changes.

o (D) An oil with a high viscosity index would have a relatively high rate of change of viscosity as the temperature changes.



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 16. Under what circumstances could equipment be operated when tagged with DANGER tags?

o (A) Whenever there is a break in the actual maintenance activity. o (B) Whenever you feel that it is safe to do so. • (C) Only when the tags have been removed by an authorized person. o (D) Whenever permission is granted by your supervisor.


17. You notice smoke coming from an open laundry room doorway, which smells like electrical insulation. After activating the fire alarm, which of the following would be the lowest action priority?

o (A) Locate the nearest CO2 or dry chemical extinguisher. • (B) Break out the nearest fire hose. o (C) Close the door to the room. o (D) Secure power to the washers and dryers.


18. In preparing the surface of a metal for application of primers and finish coats, which of the listed hand tools is a must for cleaning inside corners?

o (A) Hand scraper o (B) Wire brush o (C) Chipping hammer • (D) Sandpaper


19. Which of the following statements is TRUE concerning life jackets?

o (A) Buoyant vests may be substituted for life jackets. • (B) Life jackets are designed to turn an unconscious person's face clear of the water. o (C) Life jackets must always be worn with the same side facing outwards to float properly. o (D) Lightly stained or faded life jackets will fail in the water and should not be used.


20. The state of charge of a stored pressure type dry chemical fire extinguisher can be readily determined by __________.

• (A) visual inspection of the pressure gage o (B) removing the lid and checking the level of dry chemical o (C) weighing the cylinder o (D) weighing the CO2 cartridge



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 21. One of the limitations of foam as a fire extinguishing agent is that foam __________.

o (A) cannot be made with salt water • (B) conducts electricity o (C) is heavier than oil and sinks below its surface o (D) is corrosive and a hazard to firefighters


22. When applying paint with a brush, which of the following pairs of techniques are recommended?

o (A) Brushes should be dipped into the paint to cover the entire length of the bristles, and the paint should be applied in parallel strokes only.

o (B) Brushes should be dipped into the paint to cover only the ends of the bristles, and the paint should be applied in cross strokes only.

o (C) Brushes should be dipped into the paint to cover the entire length of the bristles, and the paint should be applied in cross strokes only.

• (D) Brushes should be dipped into the paint to cover only the ends of the bristles, and the paint should be applied in parallel strokes only.


23. Which of the following methods is a convenient and effective system of examining the body of an injury victim?

• (A) Compare the corresponding parts of the body. o (B) Watch the patient's eyes as you probe parts of the body. o (C) Look for discoloration of the patient's skin. o (D) Look for uncontrolled vibration or twitching of parts of the body.


24. For a lubricating oil, what is the relationship between viscosity and temperature?

o (A) As the temperature of a lubricating oil increases, the viscosity of the lubricating oil may increase or decrease, depending upon the lubricant.

o (B) As the temperature of a lubricating oil varies in either direction, the viscosity of the lubricating oil remains constant.

o (C) As the temperature of a lubricating oil increases, the viscosity of the lubricating oil also increases.

• (D) As the temperature of a lubricating oil increases, the viscosity of the lubricating oil decreases.



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 25. In order to obtain the best performance with a lube oil purifier, the lube oil inlet temperature should

__________.

o (A) never exceed the highest main engine bearing temperature • (B) be maintained in a temperature range of 160°F to a maximum of 180°F o (C) be equal to the normal lube oil cooler outlet temperature o (D) be equal to main lube oil sump temperature


26. The size of ball and roller bearings can be identified by the __________.

o (A) rolling member size o (B) inner race cone width • (C) manufacturer's numerical code o (D) outer ring width


27. If both the shell-and-tube lube oil cooler and shell-and-tube jacket water cooler of a diesel engine are sea water-cooled, what statement is true?

o (A) Sea water flows through the shells of both the lube oil and jacket water coolers. o (B) Sea water flows through the tubes of the lube oil cooler and through the shell of the jacket

water cooler. o (C) Sea water flows through the tubes of the jacket water cooler and through the shell of the lube

oil cooler. • (D) Sea water flows through the tubes of both the lube oil and jacket water coolers.


28. What type of eye protection affords the best protection from severe exposure to airborne impact hazards?

o (A) Full-face shield o (B) Side-shielded safety glasses o (C) Eyecup or cover-type safety goggles • (D) Full-face shield and safety goggles



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 29. What type of respiratory protection provides the greatest protection from the various respiratory

hazards, is specifically designed for emergency and rescue situations, but has time constraints associated with its use?

o (A) Emergency escape breathing apparatus o (B) Powered air-purifying respirator o (C) Reusable full-mask respirator • (D) Self-contained breathing apparatus


30. What type of wound is most susceptible to a tetanus (lockjaw) infection?

o (A) Abrasion o (B) Incision o (C) Laceration • (D) Puncture


31. Which of the following devices would be forbidden to use as a primary means of electrical isolation?

• (A) start/stop push button station o (B) non-fused disconnect switch o (C) circuit breaker o (D) fused disconnect switch


32. When a helicopter is lifting personnel from an enclosed lifeboat, the other individuals in the boat should __________.

o (A) enter the water in case the person being lifted slips from the sling o (B) stand on the outside of the boat to assist the person being lifted o (C) remove their life jackets to prepare for their transfer to the helicopter • (D) remain seated inside to provide body weight for stability


33. Small oil spills on deck can be prevented from contaminating any waters by __________.

o (A) regularly emptying all drip pans • (B) plugging all scuppers and drains o (C) placing floating booms around the ship o (D) thoroughly draining all bunkering hoses



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 34. Before primers and finish coats may be applied to a metal surface, the surface must be properly

prepared. What statement is true concerning surface preparation?

o (A) Dirt, oil and grease must be removed. Rust and mill scale may remain. o (B) All dirt, rust and mill scale must be removed. Oil and grease can remain. • (C) All dirt, oil, grease, rust, mill scale, and loose paint must be removed. o (D) All previous paint must be removed.


35. When performing routine AC motor maintenance what should be included?

o (A) inspection of the motor's internals for loose rotor bars or field poles o (B) verifying RPM if a synchronous motor • (C) temperature readings at normal loads to detect abnormal temperature rises o (D) rotor balance check


36. For optimum results, centrifugal purification of heavy fuel oil should be accomplished with the fuel at the lowest practicable __________.

• (A) throughput o (B) additive percent o (C) cetane number o (D) TBN number


37. A tank has been sealed and unventilated for a long period of time. Which of the following statements is true?

• (A) The tank is especially dangerous to enter. o (B) Carbon monoxide is present. o (C) Water vapor present when the tank was sealed has oxidized. o (D) The tank is safe to enter.


38. Which of the screwdrivers listed is designed with the shaft made from double coil wire or tightly coiled steel?

o (A) Square shank o (B) Jeweler's • (C) Flexible shaft o (D) Ratchet



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 39. The tool used for cutting external pipe threads is called a pipe __________.

o (A) cutter o (B) ratchet cutter o (C) threader • (D) stock and die


40. "Arc eye" can be the result of gazing into an electric arc produced by an electric arc welder where the eyes are inadequately protected. What is the characteristic of the onset of symptoms such as pain, watering of the eyes, and gritty sensation like sand in the eyes?

o (A) The onset of symptoms may be several days after the exposure depending on the intensity of the rays and the length of time of the exposure.

o (B) The onset of symptoms is always immediate after the exposure regardless of the intensity of the rays and the length of time of the exposure.

o (C) The onset of symptoms may be several weeks after the exposure depending on the intensity of the rays and the length of time of the exposure.

• (D) The onset of symptoms may be several hours after the exposure depending on the intensity of the rays and the length of time of the exposure.


41. How are AC and DC generators similar?

o (A) They both rectify the voltage before delivery. o (B) They both supply three-phase power. • (C) They both internally generate alternating current voltages. o (D) They both operate at 60 cycles.


42. What will be the impact of reduced voltage applied to an AC induction motor during the starting period?

o (A) increase the starting current and decrease the starting torque o (B) increase the starting current and increase the starting torque o (C) decrease the starting current and increase the starting torque • (D) decrease the starting current and decrease the starting torque



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 43. On vessels exceeding 1600 GRT, who is responsible for the practical upkeep of machinery and the

manning of the engine room?

o (A) Chief mate o (B) Chief engineer o (C) Officer in charge of the engineering watch • (D) First assistant engineer


44. The fire extinguishing equipment shown in the illustration is a large __________. Illustration SF-0009

o (A) CO2 hose reel system • (B) dry chemical hose reel system o (C) Halon 1301 hose reel system o (D) light water hose reel system


45. With regard to the number of passes through the tubes of shell-and-tube heat exchangers, what statement is true?

o (A) In single-pass and two-pass heat exchangers, the inlet and outlet tube-side fluid connections are at opposite ends.

o (B) In single-pass and two-pass heat exchangers, the inlet and outlet tube-side fluid connections are at the same end.

o (C) In two-pass and four-pass heat exchangers, the inlet and outlet tube-side fluid connections are at opposite ends.

• (D) In two-pass and four-pass heat exchangers, the inlet and outlet tube-side fluid connections are at the same end.


46. Why are the armature cores of the DC motors constructed with laminated steel sheets?

o (A) eliminate hysteresis o (B) minimize brush sparking o (C) compensate for armature reaction • (D) reduce eddy current losses



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 47. The wooden shoring shown in the illustration is bearing against the hatch coaming and is supporting

a load in the direction indicated by the arrows. Which of the following statements is correct for this condition? Illustration SF-0018

o (A) Shore "A" will support the greatest load. o (B) Shore "A" will not slip under load. • (C) Shore "B" will support the load without it cracking. o (D) Shore "B" will crack at the pointed end.


48. Which of the valves listed for the device shown in the illustration will be open while the unit is operating in the back flush mode? Illustration GS-0153

o (A) valve "4" o (B) valves "4" and "5" • (C) valves "4" and "14" o (D) valves "4", "5", and "14"


49. The control of exhaust temperature on a solid waste/sludge incinerator is critical. How is this temperature normally controlled?

o (A) The exhaust temperature is controlled by regulating the admission of combustion air into the combustion chamber.

o (B) The exhaust temperature is controlled by regulating the admission of auxiliary fuel to the burner.

o (C) The exhaust temperature is controlled by regulating the exhaust gas flow. • (D) The exhaust temperature is controlled by regulating the admission of relatively cool ambient

air into the exhaust stream.


50. Which of the following statements describes the characteristics of precision manufactured roller bearings?

o (A) They have a relatively high power loss due to friction. o (B) They are not capable of maintaining alignment over long periods of time. o (C) Their lubrication is complicated and requires constant attention. • (D) They are well adapted to variable speed operation.



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 51. At a minimum threshold, how many milliamps of current through the body produces a

painful sensation that most people would perceive as an electric shock?

• (A) 3 to 7 mA o (B) 10 to 16 mA o (C) 30 mA o (D) 100 mA for 2.5 sec.


52. What statement best represents the characteristics of an innage tape and bob for the purposes of taking a vented tank sounding?

o (A) The bob has a cupped end and sinks in the liquid when lowered by the tape. • (B) The bob has a pointed end and sinks in the liquid when lowered by the tape. o (C) The bob has a cupped end and floats on the surface of the liquid when lowered by the tape. o (D) The bob has a pointed end and floats on the surface of the liquid when lowered by the tape.


53. Which combustible element in fuel oil is considered a significant and major source of air pollution?

• (A) Sulfur o (B) Vanadium o (C) Nitrogen o (D) Hydrogen


54. The designation 'schedule 80 extra strong' refers to __________.

• (A) piping wall thickness o (B) tubing bursting strength o (C) tensile strength of bolts o (D) weight of steel plate


55. While wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus, the user must be aware of the bulkiness of the unit in order to avoid confined spaces. Of what other limitations should the user be aware?

o (A) The weight of the unit changes the user's center of gravity. o (B) The attached lifeline limits the user's mobility. o (C) The lens of the face piece reduces the user's peripheral vision. • (D) All of the above.



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 56. By what means is a diesel driven emergency generator prevented from being paralleled with the

ship's service generators?

o (A) the reverse current relay o (B) the synchronizing oscilloscope • (C) an electrical interlock system o (D) an automatic paralleling trip switch


57. The seat of a butterfly valve will most likely be constructed of __________.

o (A) admiralty metal o (B) monel o (C) stellite • (D) a resilient material


58. The external flotation bladder on an immersion suit should be inflated __________.

o (A) before you enter the water • (B) after you enter the water o (C) after one hour in the water o (D) after you notice that your suit is losing buoyancy


59. A manual process used to remove small irregularities by grinding the contact surfaces together of a valve, is called __________.

o (A) refacing • (B) lapping-in o (C) honing o (D) spotting-in


60. A coolant is usually used when cutting metal in a power hacksaw to prevent the __________.

o (A) heat of friction • (B) blade from overheating o (C) cut from clogging o (D) blade from bending



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 61. Which of the following hazards is associated with the handling of petroleum products?

o (A) Fire o (B) Explosion o (C) Asphyxiation • (D) All of the above


62. When installing CAUTION tags when performing a tag-out and lock-out procedure in preparation for accomplishing maintenance, what is the color of these tags?

o (A) Red • (B) Yellow o (C) Orange o (D) Green


63. What is the characteristic of the blood flow associated with arterial bleeding?

o (A) Dark red blood flowing from the wound with a steady flow. o (B) Bright red blood flowing from the wound with a steady flow. o (C) Dark red blood flowing from the wound in spurts. • (D) Bright red blood flowing from the wound in spurts.


64. What statement is true concerning remote valve position indication at a control station?

o (A) 90o rotary valves generally have valve only open and closed indicators, whereas gate and globe valves generally have degree of opening indicators.

• (B) 90o rotary valves and gate valves generally have valve only open and closed indicators, whereas globe valves generally have degree of opening indicators.

o (C) 90o rotary valves and globe valves generally have valve only open and closed indicators, whereas gate valves generally have degree of opening indicators.

o (D) Gate and globe valves generally have valve only open and closed indicators, whereas 90o rotary valves generally have degree of opening indicators.


65. All portable electric tools should have a ground connection to prevent __________.

• (A) electric shock if the tool is shorted o (B) grounding the plastic case through a short o (C) burning out the motor from an overload o (D) overloading the motor from a short



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U.S.C.G. Merchant Marine Exam QMED Q805 Oiler-Part II Illustrations: 3 66. After extinguishing a paint locker fire using the fixed CO2 system, the next immediate action is for the

space to be __________.

o (A) opened and burned material removed • (B) left closed with ventilation off until all boundaries are cool o (C) checked for the proper oxygen level o (D) opened and doused with water to prevent reflash


67. When heated, fuel oil will __________.

o (A) have a higher specific heat o (B) increase in specific gravity o (C) increase in viscosity • (D) expand in volume


68. A file coated with oil and stowed away will __________.

o (A) cause the file to overheat o (B) cause the file to slide across the work and prevent fast, clean cutting o (C) cause dust and metal particles to collect in the teeth • (D) both B and C are correct


69. Which of the instruments listed is used to measure the gauge of a piece of sheet metal?

o (A) Inside micrometer o (B) Circular mil • (C) Wire gauge o (D) Gauge calibrator


70. On a ship with a continuously manned engine room, with a three-person watch rotation, what is the watch and rest period rotation?

• (A) 4 hours on watch followed by 8 hours rest o (B) 6 hours on watch followed by 6 hours rest o (C) 8 hours on watch followed by 4 hours rest o (D) 8 hours on watch followed by 8 hours rest



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5/24/2016

GS-0153

Adapted for testing purposes only from Operator, Unit and Direct Support Maintenance Manual

Including Repair Parts and Special Tools List for Oil Water Separator

TM 55-1925-285-13 & P

Further reproduction prohibited without permission of 19 Q805 Oiler-Part II


2/10/2017

SF-0009

Adapted for testing purposes only from AMEREX, Skid Unit Brochure

Amerex Corporation

Further reproduction prohibited without permission



1/17/2017

SF-0018

Adapted for testing purposes only from Damage Controlman

NAVEDTRA 14057

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