PMK-EE (E-5) Seamanship Questions and Answers
Heat exhaustion is identified by which of the following observations?
Skin is moist and clammy
Heat stroke exhibits which of the following symptoms?
Flushed, dry skin that is hot to the touch
In reference to damage control shoring, what is the definition of a strongback?
A bar or beam, often shorter than a shore, used to distribute pressure or to serve as an anchor for a patch over a hole
A Navy vari-nozzle should be stowed with the bail handle in what position?
Narrow angle fog
While wearing a chemical, biological, and radiological (CBR) protective mask, you are NOT protected against which of the following tactical concentrations?
Gamma radiation
What personnel on the fire party constantly searches for fire, damage, and personnel casualties?
Investigators
What is the primary damage control telephone circuit for damage control central?
2JZ/NET 80
What condition of readiness is the ship in during General Quarters?
Condition I
On a class Charlie fire, what portable firefighting extinguisher should you use as a last resort?
Potassium bicarbonate (PKP)
What class of fire involves combustible materials, such as magnesium and titanium?
Delta
A United States warship in a friendly nation's harbor demonstrates which of the following concepts?
Navy presence
Training policies and guidelines are covered in what OPNAVINST?
3120.32
Message traffic precedence is delivered from lowest to highest in what sequence?
Routine, priority, immediate, flash
The Navy's primary source for immediate manpower mobilization is associated with what Navy Reserve component?
Selective Reserve
The demonstration method of instruction is best used for what type of subject matter?
Skill
What officer normally takes precedence over all other officers in the Navy?
Chief of Naval Operations
Navy administrative responsibilities are assigned to civilian executive assistants by what individual?
Secretary of the Navy
The Department of the Navy has what principal components?
Navy department, operating forces, and shore establishment
Once the Commanding Officer has signed the deck log, changes are allowed to it under what circumstances?
No changes will be made without his permission
What individual(s) is/are the principal assistant(s) to the Officer of the Deck
Junior Officer of the Deck
An average person may lose what maximum quantity of blood without suffering adverse affects?
One pint
M8 chemical detector paper consists of what total number of sheets?
25
Which type of drainage system drains spaces forward and aft of main machinery compartments?
Secondary
What chemical protective clothing consists of a coat and trousers?
Joint Service Lightweight Integrated Suit Technology
In regards to a chemical attack, what total number types of surveys exist?
Five
When a 3ft to 5ft metal shore is fully collapsed, what is the maximum vertical load it can survive?
20,000 lbs
What command is responsible for the development of shipboard weapons systems?
Naval Sea Systems Command
When winds exceed 55 miles per hour, the weather station should issue what type of warning?
Storm
For the purpose of ordering materials, which of the following forms is authorized for use?
DD Form 1348
When marching, what specific number of steps should be taken between the preparatory and execute commands?
One
When working in a closed space, you begin to feel sleepy, dizzy, or experience a headache. You should immediately take what action(s)?
Get fresh air and call for help
In damage control, placing supports against the side, beneath, or above a structure to prevent metal fatigue, sagging, bulging, is known as what process?
Shoring
Which of the following procedures should you use to swim through flame-covered water?
Discard your inherently buoyant life preserver
CO2 portable fire extinguishers are primarily used for what class of fire?
Charlie
To prevent further cracking in a hull structure, what specific size hole should you drill to stop it from spreading?
1/4"
When the command OPEN RANKS is given, members of the third rank should take what action?
Stand fast
While you are in formation, talking is permissible under what command?
REST
In a man overboard situation, what flag should be flown?
OSCAR
The lecture method of training is useful in which of the following circumstances?
When large groups of personnel require the same training
What Fleet is subordinate to the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command?
5th
Which of the following authorities is NOT a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff?
Chief of Staff, U.S. Coast Guard
Monitoring congressional proceedings is the responsibility of what Department of the Navy office?
Office of Legislative Affairs
The Command Duty Officer has informed you that side boys must muster at 1200 on the quarterdeck. What individual(s) is/are responsible for the muster and inspection?
Officer of the Deck and Boatswain's Mate of the Watch
What general order of a sentry states that you are "to talk to no one, except in the line of duty"?
7
A serious condition characterized by a defect in the body's natural immunity against disease is identified by which of the following terms?
AIDS
Which of the following methods is the easiest for carrying an unconscious victim by yourself?
Using the fireman's carry
When it comes to pipe ruptures, what are the four basic types of ruptures that could occur in piping systems?
Elbow, simple, severed, and compound
The United States does NOT use biological agents for which of the following purposes?
Conducting warfare
What is the repair function for damage control repair station #5?
Main propulsion repair party
Class Alpha fires consist of what burning material?
Wood
A continuous sampler that collects or traps airborne particles onto a filter for analysis is what portable Biological agent detector?
DFU
What is the effective range of a potassium bicarbonate (PKP) portable extinguisher?
19 ft to 21 ft
What color of liquid is aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) concentrate?
Amber
What is the backup method of communication between the DCC, DC repair stations, and repair party members?
Message blanks
In the Navy supply system, material is most commonly identified by what number?
National stock number
What term is defined as "the eye of a line"?
Becket
Who is the principal adviser to the Secretary of the Navy?
Chief of Naval Operations
The Secretary of the Navy is under the direction and control of which of the following officials?
Secretary of Defense
The watch, quarter, and station bill is used for which of the following purposes?
To inform personnel of their duties for emergency, watch condition, administrative, and operational duties
What is the capacity (by weight) of a portable CO2 extinguisher?
15 lbs
For specifically damage control announcing, what interior communication circuit is used?
4MC
To provide temporary transmission of power to damaged areas, what electrical system is arranged?
Casualty Power
What total number of Mission Oriented Protective Posture (MOPP) levels exist?
Five
While in formation, the spacing between you and the person directly in front of you should be what specific distance?
40 in.
In deciding the instructional method to use, a trainer should consider which of the following factors?
Subject matter
Career-long progression of leadership, education, training, and experience is provided in which of the following training programs?
Navy Leadership Continuum
The Executive Officer is assisted in the administration of personnel qualification standards system within the command by what person?
Training Officer
Barracks watches and fire watches are considered what type of watch?
Security
What is the primary purpose of a high altitude nuclear blast?
To destroy or interrupt satellites and communication
In chemical warfare, which of the following items can control nerve agents?
Atropine and 2-PAM-C1
What total number of components are located inside a Collective Protection System decontamination station?
Four
What are the three alarm signals that can be transmitted over all loudspeakers?
General, chemical, and collision
When aligning the formation at close interval, the right guide executes what movement?
Looks to the front and places left hand on hip
Which of the following phrases describes a mission of the Department of Defense?
To defend the United States against all domestic enemies
What general order of a sentry states "do not salute an officer, if doing so will interfere with proper execution of duties"?
10
Regarding navigational matters and the ship's deck log while underway, what watch stander is an assistant to the Officer of the Deck?
Quartermaster of the Watch
To facilitate the disconnection of a firefighting hose, what type of wrench should you use?
Spanner
What condition of readiness is the ship in during General Quarters?
Condition I
Before discharging a CO2 portable extinguisher, what action should you take?
Place bottle on deck
Rules and regulations, such as the Standard Organization and Regulations of the U.S. Navy, are what type of plans?
Standing
What general order of a sentry requires you "to salute all officers and all colors and standards not cased"?
10