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SET - 11 | PST Exit Exam Mock - Questions and Answers - 2026

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SET - 11 | PST Exit Exam Mock - Questions and Answers - 2026

Boost your confidence with our PST Exit Exam Mock Test (Set-11). This additional set is specifically curated for seafarers who want to master the finer technical details of the 2026 DG Shipping exam pattern.

What’s covered in Set-11:

  • Life-raft Servicing: Understanding the mandatory annual servicing requirements and the role of approved service stations.

  • The Painter Line: Detailed knowledge on the length, strength, and correct usage of the painter line during deployment.

  • Hydrostatic Release Unit (HRU) Depth: Technical questions on the specific depth at which the HRU activates to release the survival craft.

  • Emergency Equipment Durability: Knowledge about the battery life and maintenance of lights on life-jackets and life-buoys.

Regular practice with these specialized sets ensures that no technical question catches you off guard during the actual exit exam. At FPAPK, we strive to provide the most exhaustive question bank to guarantee your success in the maritime industry.

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

MCQ Practice Questions (30)

1

What can be a possible way smuggling mode on ship

a By the drinking water
b By innocent looking people
c By the bunker
d By air drop
2

According to the Muster List (as per SOLAS Chapter III), what information must be clearly specified for every person on board?

a Their next port of call and estimated time of arrival.
b Their designated muster station and specific duties during an emergency.
c Their dietary restrictions and medical history.
d Their preferred life-saving appliance and assigned bunk number.
3

Why is it advised to hide in the safe house of citadel

a To avoid being caught by the pirates and hence they take control of the ship
b To take some rest before pirates take over
c To avoid working after the pirates take over
d To protest against the pirates attack
4

Which equipment is provided in a life raft to help you keep warm in cold weather

a The floor of a life raft has a second layer which can be inflated to give additional insulation from the cold
b The floor of the raft has a second layer which can be inflated to help insulation in addition to the TPA
c At least 10% of the life raft compliment with a minimum two thermal protective aids are provided
d Thermal protective aids (TPA) for each person
5

Which one of the listed requirements regarding partially enclosed lifeboats do not correspond to present regulation ? the canopy between rigid covers shall be

a It can easily be erected by two persons
b The occupants can escape in case of capsizing
c It is insulated to protect equipments against heat and cold
d It has windows to admit sufficient daylight inside the boat with the canopy closed
6

Various types of exercises with CSO, PFSO, relevant authorities of CG and SSO should be carried out at least once in

a 6 months
b 12 to 18 months
c 18 months
d 12 months
7

How many chapter are there in SOLAS

a 14
b 7
c 12
d 10
8

What is the best defense against the pirates

a Do not go to pirate effected area
b Do not allow pirates to board the vessel
c Do not talk to pirates
d Do not look at pirate boats.
9

The following part of ISPS is mandatory:

a Part A
b Part B
c Part C
d Part D
10

For security we have to secure escape route doors:

a Yes
b No
c Some time Yes
d Some time No
11

Passenger ships of 4000 GRT and above shall have at least _____ Pumps

a 2
b 3
c 4
d 1
12

STSDSD means:

a Safety training for seafarers for designated safety duties.
b Safety training for seafarers for designated security duties.
c Security training for seafarers for designated security duties.
d Security training for seafarers for designated safety duties.
13

Lifebuoy light shall have a source of energy capable of providing luminous intensity of ____ for a period of ____.

a 1 CD/ 1 hour
b 2 CD/ 2 hours
c 3 CD/ 3 hours
d 4 CD/ 4 hours
14

Which of the following is a mandatory item of equipment found in all SOLAS approved survival craft (lifeboats and liferafts)?

a A satellite phone with global coverage.
b Fishing tackle, including hooks, lines, and lures.
c A sea anchor.
d A full medical operating kit, including surgical instruments.
15

What is the primary function of an immersion suit when abandoning ship in cold water?

a To provide extra buoyancy for swimming.
b To protect against injury from impact with the water.
c To reduce the risk of hypothermia by providing thermal insulation.
d To make the wearer more visible to rescue craft.
16

Carbon- dioxide(CO2) release alarm is fitted outside the engine room?

a True
b False
17

The number of lifebuoys on a cargo ship of less than 200 meters in

a 6
b 8
c 12
d 16
18

Dry chemical powder is more suitable to extinguish _____

a Class A type fire
b Class B type of fire
c Class C type of fire
d All of the above
19

Which of the tools is designed for connecting and disconnecting fire hose coupling

a Vise grips
b Channel locks
c C-Spanner
d Pipe wrench
20

Lifeboat should have

a Two buoyant rescue quoits, attached to not less than 30 meters buoyant line
b Two buoyant rescue quoits, attached to not less than 15 meters buoyant line
c One buoyant rescue quoits, attached to not less than 30 meters buoyant line
d One buoyant rescue quoits, attached to not less than 15 meters buoyant line
21

In fire-fighting, what does the term 'boundary starvation' refer to?

a Cooling the area around a fire to stop it spreading
b Closing doors and hatches at the boundary of a fire
c Mustering fire fighters and materials in the area near the fire
d Removing the fuel from the boundary of a fire to stop it spreading further
22

We shall keep the record for security levels in the last

a 8 ports
b 10 ports
c 12 ports
d 14 ports
23

What is the maximum permissible time for a seafarer to don a life jacket without assistance, according to IMO requirements?

a 60 seconds
b 30 seconds
c 15 seconds
d 90 seconds
24

The “off-load” release system on a survival craft is designed to be activated ______

a When there is no load on the cable
b When there is a load on the cable
c Only when the doors are closed
d When the engine is started
25

"In pump rooms and pipe tunnels 'flameproof' electric light fittings are generally fitted. This means that:"

a Even if a fire occurs, it will not consume the fitting
b The fitting is completely gastight and no gas can enter into contact with the bulb and electric connections
c The electrical supply will disconnect automatically in cases of fire
d Gas may enter, but even if an explosion takes place the fittings is so strong that the explosion will be contained within it and will not be blow out
26

The ISPS code does not apply to warships, naval auxiliaries or other ships owned or operated by a contracting government and used only for government non commercial service

a no
b yes
27

Lifebuoy self igniting lights shall be capable of burning for not less than

a 2 hours
b 4 hours
c 45 minutes
d 8 hours
28

"Where can shore side personnel find necessary information on ship's fire control systems in an emergency situation?"

a From the duty officer.
b A copy of the fire control plan is permanently posted in prominently marked locations onboard ships.
c A copy of the fire control plans/folders is stored in a watertight and prominently marked container outside the deckhouse or accommodation.
d Information is to be given by the owners through the nearest rescue center.
29

Every inflatable life raft, inflatable life jacket and hydrostatic release units shall be serviced

a Every 36 months
b Every 18 months
c Every 12 months
d Every 24 months
30

As per the ISPS code providing CCTV camera at the gangway

a Not required
b Compulsory
c Required
d optional
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Mock Test Info
Course Name BASIC PST COURSE
Mock Test 11
Questions 30
Students 1,345
Test Time 15 Minutes
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