22.05.2024 MMD Kolkata Internal : Anish Joseph External : VK Sood Only F2 : 2nd attempt Grain stability criteria Why different cargo have diff AOR CSS code MSL Semi standardised and non standardised cargo What is limited quantities and how to identify in 7a VGM who verifies (i kept saying its shipper's responsibility but he kept shouting and telling me no) Inerting, purging, unit of LEL Loading iron ore, what all to check as chief mate Loading from paradip to UK in december, how much max will you load Draft survey in detail, where is midship perpendicular Told me to wait for internal. Internal came at 1530, asked about VGM and why it came into force then asked "are you confident to take over as chief mate ?" 😁 Finally chief mate ! Thank you everyone 🙏