How quickly should a crew member be able to don an immersion suit unassisted, per the standard taught in STCW PST training?

A. There is no standard time — as long as the suit is eventually worn correctly, speed does not matter

B. 30 seconds, since any longer indicates the suit is defective

C. Within 15 minutes, since there is no real time pressure during an orderly abandon ship

D. Within 2 minutes, including putting on warm clothing underneath if time and circumstances allow — this is the practised standard because a real emergency leaves very little time before abandoning ship

A. There is no requirement to check personal survival equipment individually — the safety officer checks it on behalf of the whole crew

B. Only once the first boat drill is scheduled, which may be several days after joining

C. Only senior officers need to confirm the location of survival equipment; ratings are shown only during drills

D. Immediately, as part of the mandatory familiarisation process before the vessel sails — every seafarer must know exactly where their personal survival equipment is stowed and confirm it fits and is in good condition, not wait for the first scheduled drill

A. Lifejackets should be worn under outer clothing to keep them protected from sea spray

B. Put on warm clothing first if time allows, then the lifejacket over the top (never under clothing), secure all straps including the crotch strap if fitted, and check the light and whistle are attached and functioning

C. Put the lifejacket on first, then add warm clothing over it for extra insulation

D. Only secure the chest strap — leg/crotch straps are optional and rarely needed in practice