SET - 11 | OCTF Exit Exam Mock Test - Questions and Answers - 2026

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Prepare smarter with OCTF Exit Exam Mock Test Set 11 – 2026, designed for seafarers taking the Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (OCTF) course. This practice test helps you revise key topics and improve your confidence before the final certification exam.

The OCTF course provides essential knowledge of oil and chemical tanker operations, including cargo handling, hazard identification, pollution prevention, emergency response, personal safety, and safe working procedures. These skills are important for maintaining safety and efficiency onboard tanker vessels.

This mock test contains 30 updated multiple-choice questions based on the latest training syllabus and current exam standards. Regular practice helps strengthen your understanding, improve accuracy, and increase your chances of success in the OCTF exit examination.

Start solving OCTF Set 11 Questions and Answers – 2026 today and build the practical knowledge needed to perform confidently in your tanker certification assessment and future maritime career.

Practice with 30 questions from the BASIC OTFC COURSE bank. Each question is verified and explained.

MCQ Practice Questions (30)

The standard unit of liquid volume used in the petroleum industry, as well as the tanker industry, is a __________.

a barrel

b drum

c gallon

d liter

What is LEAST likely to be used to strip a cargo tank?

a Centrifugal pump

b Eductor

c Rotary pump

d Reciprocating pump

During loading and discharging operation in addition o when the cargo tanks have been properly filled each inert gas system must be capable of maintaining a minimum gas pressure of

a 50 millimeters of water pressure

b 25 millimeters of water pressure

c 100 millimeters of water pressure

d 5 millimeters of water pressure

Tanker pump room ventilation must be switched on at least how many minutes before entry ?

a 10 minutes

b 15 minutes

c 30 minutes

d One hour

A man has suffered a burn on the arm. There is a reddening of the skin but no other apparent damage.Using standard MEDICAL terminology, this is a

a Minor burn

b Superficial burn

c Extremity burn

d First-degree burn

What is non-volatile petroleum ?

a Petroleum having a flashpoint of 60 Degrees C or above

b Petroleum having a flashpoint of 60 Degrees C or below

c Petroleum having a flashpoint of 100 Degrees C or above

d Petroleum having a flashpoint of 100 Degrees C or below

The equipment required to remove an on-deck oil spill on a barge transferring oil must either be carried on board or_________.

a on a tug standing by

b available by contract with the shore facility

c kept at the shoreside hose connection during transfer

d kept in a protected shoreside location readily accessible

Lung inflammation will cause:

a Breathlessness and drowsiness

b Breathlessness and confusion

c Breathlessness and a dry cough

d Breathlessness and slurred speech

What does "CRS" stand for?

a Certified radio station.

b Control room section.

c Coast radio station.

Part A of the the ISGOTT Ship/Shore Safety Check-List provides operational procedures for:

a Transfer of bulk liquids, physical checks

b Transfer of bulk liquids – elements to be verified verbally

c Additional considerations for Bulk Liquid Chemicals

d Additional considerations for Bulk Liquefied Gases

What does "IBC" stand for?

a Imperial bulk code.

b International bulk code.

c International bulk chemical code.

The distance between the surface tank top in a cargo tank is called _________.

a thievage

b innage

c ullage

d tankage

How many portable multi – gas detectors should be carried onboard?

a At least one with methane gas and one of propane gas detection capability

b At least one with methane and one of carbon monoxides gas detection capability

c At least one with methane gas and one of ammonia gas detection capability

d At least two sets with methane gas detection capability

Most minor spills of oil products are caused by

a equipment failure

b human error

c major casualties

d unforeseeable circumstances

In special areas any discharge of oil and oil mixtures from machinery spaces is

a Prohibited

b Enroute and min 12NM

c En route and min 50NM

d En route with oil filtering equipment

Which type of cargoes are often known as static accumulator cargoes?

a Crude oil

b Vegetable oil

c Highly refined petroleum products

d Animal oil

A starting interlock in the ODME ensures

a the monitoring equipment is fully operational before commencing the discharge of the oil effluent at sea

b prevents malfunctioning of the system

c that an alarm is given off when the system malfunctions

d stops discharge of the oil effluent when the oil content exceeds 5 part per million

What is the generally accepted method of determining whether the atmosphere within a cargo tank is explosive, too rich, or too lean to support combustion?

a Use the open flame test on a small sample that has been taken from the tank

b Send a gas sample ashore for laboratory analysis

c Enter the tank with an oxygen analyzer

d Use an explosimeter

What does ISM stand for in the ISM Code?

a International Security Mandate

b Internal Safety Management

c International Safety Management

d Internal Security Management

What is Brush Discarge ?

a Brush Discharge is a diffused discharge from a highly charged non-conductive object to a single blunt conductor that is more rapid than corona and releases more energy. It is not possible for a brush discharge to ignite gases and vapours.

b Brush Discharge is a diffuse discharge from a highly charged non-conductive object to a single blunt conductor that is more rapid than corona and releases more energy. It is not possible for a brush discharge to ignite gases and vapours, even if the

c Brush Discharge is a diffuse discharge from a highly charged non-conductive object to a single blunt conductor that is more rapid than corona and releases more energy. It is possible for a brush discharge to ignite gases and vapours even if the mixtu

d A broad electrical discharge from a conductor occurring when the potential difference is high but not sufficient for a spark or arc.

The term "oil" as defined in the Pollution Prevention Regulations means _______.

a petroleum in any form

b animal or vegetable based oil

c noxious liquid substances designated under Annex II of MARPOL 73/78

The preferred type of pollution control for oil spills on the water is(are)

a straw

b booms

c skimmers

d chemical dispersants

What is the first step in preparing a casualty who is breathing with proper heartbeat but unconscious?

a Insert guidel airway

b Establish airway is clear

c Place casuality in recovery position.

Chemical cargo vapors can enter human body due to :

a continuous working on deck.

b working in the pump room

c inhalation, skin contact and also by swallowing.

d improper use of proper PPE

Foam extinguishes a fire by

a Heat removal or cooling

b Smothering or oxygen exclusion

c Flame inhibition

Electrons have :

a no charge

b positive charge

c negative charge

In reference to accidental oil pollution, the most critical time during bunkering is when

a you first start to receive fuel

b hoses are being blown down

c final topping off is occurring

d hoses are being disconnected

What is the purpose of tank coating?

a to add strength to cargo tanks

b to carry heated cargo

c to prevent corrosion in cargo tanks

Tank clingage depends on:

a surface tension only

b cohesive and adhesive forces

c cohesive, adhesive forces and surface tension

d cohesive forces, adhesive forces and the liquids melting point

A method NOT usually allowed for cleaning up oil spills would be the use of _________.

a skimmers

b straw

c dispersants

d sawdust

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Mock Test 11

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The standard unit of liquid volume used in the petroleum industry, as well as the tanker industry, is a __________.

What is LEAST likely to be used to strip a cargo tank?

During loading and discharging operation in addition o when the cargo tanks have been properly filled each inert gas system must be capable of maintaining a minimum gas pressure of

Tanker pump room ventilation must be switched on at least how many minutes before entry ?

A man has suffered a burn on the arm. There is a reddening of the skin but no other apparent damage.Using standard MEDICAL terminology, this is a

What is non-volatile petroleum ?

The equipment required to remove an on-deck oil spill on a barge transferring oil must either be carried on board or_________.

Lung inflammation will cause:

What does "CRS" stand for?

Part A of the the ISGOTT Ship/Shore Safety Check-List provides operational procedures for:

What does "IBC" stand for?

The distance between the surface tank top in a cargo tank is called _________.

How many portable multi – gas detectors should be carried onboard?

Most minor spills of oil products are caused by

In special areas any discharge of oil and oil mixtures from machinery spaces is

Which type of cargoes are often known as static accumulator cargoes?

A starting interlock in the ODME ensures

What is the generally accepted method of determining whether the atmosphere within a cargo tank is explosive, too rich, or too lean to support combustion?

What does ISM stand for in the ISM Code?

What is Brush Discarge ?

The term "oil" as defined in the Pollution Prevention Regulations means _______.

The preferred type of pollution control for oil spills on the water is(are)

What is the first step in preparing a casualty who is breathing with proper heartbeat but unconscious?

Chemical cargo vapors can enter human body due to :

Foam extinguishes a fire by

Electrons have :

In reference to accidental oil pollution, the most critical time during bunkering is when

What is the purpose of tank coating?

Tank clingage depends on:

A method NOT usually allowed for cleaning up oil spills would be the use of _________.

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