Damage Control Assistant Senior Enlisted (DCASE) Practice Exam

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• What is the purpose of the DCREL?
• What is the function of the primary IVCS circuit?
• Which NDT method uses visual inspection to check for proper joint design and surface defects?
• How are LCF and CT related?
• Manning for RRT is defined as what?
• Soft caps are described as forming the top of the keel and side blocks and have what thickness?
• Maintenance records are kept IAW which directive and system?
• In DCRS subdivisions, what does F designate?
• Who updates and prepares the DC book, and where are its copies maintained?
• Who is responsible for developing the docking plan?
• Which log is issued for each confined space that is inspected or tested?
• DCC personnel are responsible for providing what type of diagrams or schematics?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of APC nozzle?
• What is the 3M program?
• To whom does the DCPO report?
• What is the correct order of active desmoking steps?
• What are the initial requirements for GFE?
• Which item is NOT listed as a scene leader role?
• During docking, hull board inspections include noting which item?
• Manning for GQ is defined as what?
• Which of the following is a pathogen?
• Which NDT method uses iron sprinkles to indicate imperfections?
• Which IVCS circuit provides communications for subordinate control?
• DCRS 1 refers to which area?
• Which item is included in the DC Closure log?
• Which reference is associated with corrosion guidance for ships and bears the designation VI?
• What is the purpose of the Smoke Ejection System?
• Which draft mark type would you consult to calculate displacement?
• What is the DC closure log?
• DCUL is associated with which function?
• Who is responsible for maintaining the auditable file for each welder?
• What does the underwater hull report consist of?
• What is the primary connection between the DCO and control/repair stations?
• What is CT?
• What does Green indicate on the Flooding Effect Diagram?
• Which circuit includes circuits not listed above?
• As part of initial actions after grounding, what is determined to guide corrective actions?
• DCUPS is smaller than DCRS for which purpose?
• Which weight movement does the cosine correction curve address?
• Which point is the line through which the weight of the ship's structure and contained load acts vertically downward?
• DCRS 2 corresponds to which area?
• Which term best represents the maximum readiness level in DC operations?
• Which step comes second in the desmoking sequence?
• Which method is used to determine or observe if the ship has incurred further damage after preliminary investigation?
• The axis about which a ship tilts through the waterline center is known as what?
• What action is taken if a leak is reported during flooding of the dry dock?
• Which reference established the basic guidelines for the corrosion prevention and control program?
• Which of the following is NOT a pathogen type listed?
• Which of the following is NOT a direct fire fighting method?
• Which of the following is not listed as a type of pathogen?
• What are DC plates and how are they used during casualties?
• Initial DC actions following a grounding include which action?
• What is Freeboard?
• Describe rapid plotting symbology and how it is used during casualties.
• Divers are used in docking to perform which purpose?
• Which of the following is NOT a category used to classify chemical agents?
• Which weight movement does the sine correction curve address?
• Which reference outlines the duties of a DCPO?
• What is a step to activate Halon?
• Which of the following is a pathogen type that starts with the letter F?
• What should be investigated when an underwater explosion occurs alongside or close aboard the ship?
• Which spaces are manned during docking?
• Free Communication Effect occurs under which condition?
• What is the purpose of the R&A detail?
• What is the Gas Free Engineer Log and how is it maintained?
• How does trim factor into ship design?
• Which draft mark type is used to indicate the minimum freeboard and maximum depth?
• What chapter of the RPM is related to casualty power?
• When are service record entries made for welder qualifications?
• What DC library resource is useful to help inventory and identify?
• Which NDT method uses conductive materials to detect surface and subsurface flaws?
• Which statement best describes the minimum criteria for the initial welder qualification?
• Which type of draft mark shows the minimum allowable freeboard and maximum depth?
• What does the quarterly requalification consist of?
• How are training records maintained?
• Which statement correctly describes the typical trim design for ships and its effect on power plant efficiency?
• Positive ventilation is defined as which configuration?
• Which category describes how a chemical agent enters the body?
• Which symptom is a direct indication of flooding during sounding?
• What is the purpose of setting GQ/Zebra?
• In nondestructive testing, what does PT stand for when describing a dye-based method?
• Which statement best describes the design features of the casualty power system?
• Which item is included in the DCPO's equipment responsibilities within divisional spaces?
• Which items are included in the DC Closure log?
• Which of the following items is the DCPO responsible for within divisional spaces?
• During compartment inspections, investigators should look for which of the following as a potential finding?
• When investigation for structural damage what areas should be included in the investigation?
• Which reference provides specific guidance for inspection, prevention and repair of corrosion onboard ships?
• After underwater hull penetration, the investigation should be extended to how far from the point of impact?
• As the ship heels, the metacenter moves relative to the center of buoyancy and center of gravity in which manner?
• What must be done to the ship's propellers, rudders, and projecting devices before entering dry dock?
• Which item is a pathogen type that appears in the six listed types?
• In DCRS subdivisions, what does B designate?
• Which of the following is a design feature of the casualty power system?
• Which item is part of the DCPO's equipment responsibilities?
• DCRS 5 is associated with which system?
• Which item is part of the DCPO's equipment responsibilities?
• A trimming moment can affect stability by changing which of the following?
• Which draft mark type is used to indicate reserve buoyancy limits?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of APC nozzle?
• Which NDT method uses X-ray to show imperfections?
• Which IVCS circuit allows emergency communications in the event of damage to other comms?
• How far should you pull the Carbon Dioxide system control head cable handle?
• What methods can be used to investigate watertight fittings?
• Manning for Cond II requires which assets?
• DCRS 3 corresponds to which ship location?
• At 3 PPM, what action should be taken according to precautions for HFP?
• What are CCOLs and what is their purpose?
• What is the time limit for continuous operation for the water mist system supply tank?
• What precautions should be taken when investigating flooding?
• Which of the following is part of the DCPO's equipment responsibilities?
• What is the purpose of the firemain system?
• Which IVCS circuit provides alternate communications for select stations?
• Which frequency is associated with welder qualification program audits?
• Which item is listed as a military use category?
• Before undocking, hull board inspections should include which of the following?
• DCRS 6 corresponds to which function?
• What condition can cause a firemain fault?
• Negative GM is listed as a condition that can cause what?
• Which of the following is a design feature of the casualty power system?
• How often are audits of the welder/brazing qualification program required?
• What is a Fleet COSAL FBR used for?
• Which point is defined as the intersection of buoyancy lines as the hull heels through small angles?
• How are AEL records maintained?
• When is the leakage report submitted?
• Which NDT method is denoted by the abbreviation VT?
• DCRS 4 corresponds to which ship location?
• Initial stability is described as reflecting the size of the ship's righting arms at small angles. What is the typical heel angle range for these small angles?
• Which statement best describes the overall design approach for casualty power features?
• Which of the following is an item listed in the DC Closure log?
• What database is used to document coating system inspections, maintenance and repairs?
• Which code corresponds to the captain's battle circuit?
• For precautions related to HFP, what action is recommended when exposure reaches 90 PPM?
• What is the purpose of buddy aid?
• Which DC bills are maintained in the DC library?
• Which spaces should be included when investigating for hidden damage after an underwater explosion?
• Which point represents the location where all buoyant forces may be considered to act in a vertical upward direction?
• Flow rate at the FP is higher than the design flow rating, what action should be taken?
• What are the two categories of biological agents?
• The CVN designation in this context refers to what type of ship?
• Who nominates the DCPO?
• Which item is part of the DCPO's equipment responsibilities?
• Which step comes last in the desmoking sequence?
• Which toxin category is associated with toxins from plants?
• Which phrase may require permission to use?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of shipboard ventilation?
• Which item is part of the DCPO's equipment responsibilities?
• Open head sprinklers vs close head sprinklers: what is the difference when activated?
• When conducting sounding what symptoms will indicate flooding?
• In the open head sprinkler configuration, what happens when the system is activated?
• How many types of pathogens are listed in the material?
• Discharge pressure at the FP is higher than the design pressure, what action should be taken?
• Which organization maintains DC, Firefighting and CBRN-D AELs?
• When is the underwater hull report performed?
• In DCRS designations, what does P designate?
• What is the Righting Arm?
• The DC watch log includes which information?
• Where are copies of the DC book stored besides the central DCC?
• Which item is part of the DCPO's equipment responsibilities?
• Which method is used to isolate ruptures in the firemain system?
• Blister agents in the respiratory tract cause which effect?
• GFEP training should include which of the following?
• Which category describes the physical form of a chemical agent?
• What are the reference points for keel, center of gravity, center of buoyancy, and metacenter?
• What information is included in a DC Comms bill?
• Which of the following should investigators look for during compartment inspections?
• DCC personnel perform which of the following communication tasks?
• Which term describes the point through which the weight of the entire ship's structure and contained load acts vertically downward?
• How can testing of fuel and potable water indicate the presence of flooding?
• How many categories are used to classify chemical agents?
• Which item is part of the DCPO's equipment responsibilities?
• How many direct fire fighting method types are listed?
• Which of the following is a pathogen type that starts with the letter V?
• The two digits for DCUL/DCUPS refer to which identifiers?
• On the Flooding Effect Diagram, what does Yellow indicate?
• For how long is the Gas Free Engineer Log maintained after a specific job?
• Nerve agent symptoms include which of the following?
• What does Pink indicate on the Flooding Effect Diagram?
• Which statement describes the quarterly requalification assessment?
• Which of the following items is included in the DCPO's equipment responsibilities within divisional spaces?
• What are the 3 plotting techniques?
• What PPE are investigators required to wear?
• As part of the initial DC actions following grounding, investigators are sent to survey damage and flooding. Which option reflects this action?
• Freeboard provides a rough measure of what?
• Which item is part of the DCPO's equipment responsibilities?
• Which method is used to bypass ruptures in the firemain system?
• How are maintenance records maintained?
• Which term describes the method that uses magnetic particles to reveal surface flaws?
• If there is a penetration of the underwater hull, what is the primary procedure for investigating hidden damage?
• Negative ventilation is achieved by which configuration?
• Which circuit supports communications for subordinate control?
• Which item is included in the welder's file?
• Which term is NOT part of the DC organization's three-tier concept?
• Which toxin category includes toxins associated with algae?
• Which of the following is a condition for Free Communication Effect to exist?
• What term describes the intersection of two or more successive lines of buoyancy as the ship heels through small angles?
• Which items constitute the main components of a message?
• Which type of draft mark indicates the operating draft?
• Which method is suitable for determining whether a space is flooded without opening a watertight closure?
• DCRS 1 may be divided between which departments?
• What is the purpose of rapid casualty plotting in damage control operations?
• Which of the following is a characteristic that determines the suitability of pathogens?
• How are ships and the DC organization trained to handle personnel casualties?
• One of the tasks performed by DCC personnel is to receive and evaluate information.
• In an explosion what spaces must be included when investigating for hidden damage?
• What is a docking report and who prepares it?
• Who supervises casualty training according to the material?
• What does White indicate on the Flooding Effect Diagram?
• In addition to extending the investigation, what other step is recommended when assessing for hidden damage?
• The initial qualification can be achieved by passing A school or which NEC code?
• When is the DC watch log not required?
• What AELs are maintained by the DCA?
• What happens if the trimming moment becomes greater than the max longitudinal righting moment?
• What is the maximum continuous operation time for the water mist system supply tank?
• Where are AEL records stored for ready inventory?
• Which of the following is a design feature of the casualty power system?
• What is the most widely used method of corrosion control?
• Which information is included in the Welder's file?
• If normal comms are damaged, which circuit provides emergency communications?
• GQ readiness is described as which of the following?
• Which statement correctly describes the Fleet COSAL FBR?
• What is included in the R&A detail’s mission besides rescuing personnel from the water?
• Who designates the source switchboard and riser?
• Which IVCS circuit consists of circuits not included above?
• What is the captain's battle circuit?
• Which of the following is a category of toxins?
• Which action best describes the scene leader’s role in terms of attack planning?
• Which item is listed as a toxin category associated with animals?
• Which NDT technique uses magnetic fields to detect defects in ferromagnetic materials?
• Which type of draft mark is used to determine displacement?
• Which item is part of the DCPO's equipment responsibilities?
• What methods can be used to determine if a space is flooded that do not require opening a watertight closure?
• DCRS 7 corresponds to which area?
• What is the recommended practice when testing watertight fittings to ensure safety?
• How often is welding requalification required and what must be passed?
• What is the main purpose of Ordnance Casualty Control?
• Free Surface Effect occurs under which condition?
• Which toxin category is associated with toxins from bacteria?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a condition that can cause a ship to take on a permanent list?
• Which category refers to the duration of the chemical agent's effects?
• Where are CCOL master copies kept, and who maintains the software/disk?
• Who is responsible for establishing casualty power route?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as affecting the dispersal of agents?
• Which NDT method uses sound waves to measure thickness?
• Which NDT method uses dye and developer to indicate imperfections?
• Which option best describes the information included in a DC Comms bill?
• Which toxin category is associated with toxins produced by plants?
• Which term describes the point at which buoyant forces are considered to act upward for small heel angles?
• Which category refers to the time between exposure and onset of symptoms?
• What immediate action should investigators take when a casualty has been detected?
• By what means do maintenance personnel report maintenance requirements?
• When does responsibility of the ship transfer during docking?
• What is the optimal time frame to rig active desmoking and determine its effectiveness?
• Which type of draft mark is used to maintain reserve buoyancy?
• What is LCF?