USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19) Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist
(ESWS) Practice Examination 2026-2027 Comprehensive
200-Question Practice Test with Answers & Rationales Free Pdf
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This practice examination assesses mastery of the USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19) ESWS qualification syllabus,
covering shipboard systems, damage control, navigation, watchstanding, force protection, medical,
administrative, supply, communications, and command-specific systems. It mirrors the rigor of the Navy's ESWS
PQS program and is aligned with OPNAVINST 1414.1 (Series) and COMNAVSURFLANT/PACINST 1414.1
(Series). It contains 100 multiple-choice questions, each with four distractors and a fully worked rationale that
explains why the keyed answer is correct. Questions are organized into clearly labelled sections that mirror the
major content areas of the course. Targeted learning outcomes include: Demonstrate advanced knowledge of USS
Blue Ridge (LCC-19) command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence (C4I) systems and their
integration into fleet operations.; Apply damage control and firefighting principles to complex shipboard casualty
scenarios, including the maintenance of watertight integrity and stability.; Execute navigation, seamanship, and
watchstanding duties in accordance with current Navy doctrine and the Rules of the Road.; Implement force
protection, security, and antiterrorism measures per current fleet and command directives.. Every item has been
reviewed for clinical accuracy, current guidelines, and clarity so that students can study with confidence and
self-correct as they work through the bank. Use it as a high-yield review immediately before the exam, or as a
structured practice tool during the unit - the rationales double as concise teaching notes. The recommended
Section 1: General (Questions 1-100)
1 During a general quarters evolution, which C4I system on LCC-19 directly
supports amphibious command and control?
A) AN/SQQ-89 ASW Combat System
B) Joint Tactical Information Distribution System (JTIDS)
C) AN/SPS-67 Surface Search Radar
D) AN/URN-25 TACAN
Answer: B
Rationale: JTIDS (Link 16) provides the primary tactical data link for joint and
amphibious command and control on LCC-19, enabling real-time situational
awareness and targeting. The AN/SQQ-89 is an ASW system, the AN/SPS-67 is a
surface search radar, and TACAN provides navigational bearing and distance-none
directly support amphibious C2.
2 Which factor most critically determines the setting of a damage control boundary
during a flooding casualty?
A) The location of the nearest fire station
B) The ship's list and trim
C) The watertight integrity of adjacent compartments
,D) The availability of portable dewatering pumps
Answer: C
Rationale: Damage control boundaries are set to contain flooding and maintain
reserve buoyancy; the watertight integrity of adjacent compartments is paramount.
List and trim influence stability but do not solely determine boundary location. Fire
station location and pump availability are secondary considerations.
3 In a narrow channel, a power-driven vessel crossing from starboard is the
give-way vessel. What action must the stand-on vessel take?
A) Maintain course and speed
B) Alter course to port
C) Sound one short blast and turn to starboard
D) Stop engines immediately
Answer: A
Rationale: Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
(COLREGS) Rule 17, the stand-on vessel must maintain course and speed. Altering
course to port or stopping unexpectedly can create confusion; the give-way vessel is
required to take early and substantial action to keep clear.
4 Which watchstanding position on LCC-19 is responsible for maintaining the
ship's official chronology and passing tactical signals?
A) Officer of the Deck (OOD)
B) Junior Officer of the Deck (JOOD)
C) Combat Information Center Watch Officer (CICWO)
D) Quartermaster of the Watch (QMOW)
Answer: D
Rationale: The Quartermaster of the Watch maintains the ship's deck log, plots
navigational fixes, and assists in passing tactical signals. The OOD is responsible for
the safe navigation and routine of the ship; the JOOD assists; the CICWO
coordinates tactical information but does not keep the official chronology.
5 Which antiterrorism measure is required when a vessel approaches LCC-19
during heightened force protection condition (FPCON) Charlie?
A) Allow approach if vessel displays proper signal flags
B) Challenge and verify identity before allowing close approach
C) Fire warning shots across the bow
D) Deploy a sea anchor to block the approach
,Answer: B
Rationale: At FPCON Charlie, all approaching vessels must be challenged and
positively identified before being allowed to close. Warning shots are only used as a
last resort after non-lethal measures fail. Allowing approach without verification or
deploying a sea anchor are not standard procedures.
6 A Sailor on LCC-19 sustains a deep laceration with uncontrolled bleeding. Which
immediate action is most appropriate?
A) Apply a tourniquet proximal to the wound
B) Elevate the limb and apply direct pressure
C) Irrigate with saline and apply a sterile dressing
D) Administer oral analgesics and monitor
Answer: B
Rationale: For uncontrolled bleeding, direct pressure with elevation is the first-line
intervention per Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) guidelines. A tourniquet is
indicated only if direct pressure fails. Irrigation and dressing are secondary, and
analgesics do not address hemorrhage.
7 Which administrative program on LCC-19 ensures Sailors maintain eligibility for
advancement and awards?
A) Command Managed Equal Opportunity (CMEO) program
B) Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist (ESWS) qualification
C) Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS)
D) Command Financial Specialist (CFS) program
Answer: C
Rationale: NSIPS is the Navy's electronic personnel and pay system that tracks
advancement eligibility, awards, and evaluations. The CMEO program addresses
equal opportunity; ESWS is a warfare qualification; CFS provides financial
counseling-none directly manage advancement eligibility.
8 When ordering supplies for LCC-19, which document authorizes the expenditure
of funds for a specific requirement?
A) DD Form 1348
B) NAVSUP Form 1250
C) Department of Defense (DD) Form 448
D) Military Standard Requisitioning and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP) document
Answer: A
Rationale: DD Form 1348 (DoD Single Line Item Requisition System Document) is
, used to requisition supplies and authorize funding. NAVSUP Form 1250 is a
material receipt document; DD Form 448 is a Military Interdepartmental Purchase
Request; MILSTRIP is the system, not the authorizing document.
9 Which communication system on LCC-19 provides the primary means for
transmitting high-volume, secure voice and data to shore commands?
A) AN/URC-109 High Frequency Radio
B) Super High Frequency (SHF) Satellite Communications
C) AN/WSC-3 Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Radio
D) AN/SRC-20 Very High Frequency (VHF) Radio
Answer: B
Rationale: SHF SATCOM provides high-bandwidth, secure voice and data
connectivity to shore commands and is the primary long-haul system on LCC-19.
HF, UHF, and VHF radios are used for line-of-sight or tactical communications and
lack the bandwidth for high-volume shore connectivity.
10 During a strait transit, which navigational publication provides the most current
and authoritative information on local hazards?
A) Sailing Directions (Enroute)
B) Notice to Mariners
C) List of Lights
D) Coast Pilot
Answer: B
Rationale: Notice to Mariners is the weekly publication that provides the most
current updates on navigational hazards, changes in aids to navigation, and other
critical corrections. Sailing Directions, List of Lights, and Coast Pilot are valuable
but do not contain the latest real-time corrections.
11 During a general quarters drill, which damage control condition set best supports
sustained combat operations aboard LCC-19?
A) Condition YOKE with modified watchstations
B) Condition ZEBRA with all fittings secured
C) Condition XRAY with Circle William set
D) Condition WILLIAM with ventilation aligned
Answer: B
Rationale: Condition ZEBRA is the maximum material condition of readiness,
requiring all fittings closed and secured to limit flooding, fire, and CBR spread
during general quarters. Condition YOKE is a reduced readiness posture, XRAY is
(ESWS) Practice Examination 2026-2027 Comprehensive
200-Question Practice Test with Answers & Rationales Free Pdf
Access
This practice examination assesses mastery of the USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19) ESWS qualification syllabus,
covering shipboard systems, damage control, navigation, watchstanding, force protection, medical,
administrative, supply, communications, and command-specific systems. It mirrors the rigor of the Navy's ESWS
PQS program and is aligned with OPNAVINST 1414.1 (Series) and COMNAVSURFLANT/PACINST 1414.1
(Series). It contains 100 multiple-choice questions, each with four distractors and a fully worked rationale that
explains why the keyed answer is correct. Questions are organized into clearly labelled sections that mirror the
major content areas of the course. Targeted learning outcomes include: Demonstrate advanced knowledge of USS
Blue Ridge (LCC-19) command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence (C4I) systems and their
integration into fleet operations.; Apply damage control and firefighting principles to complex shipboard casualty
scenarios, including the maintenance of watertight integrity and stability.; Execute navigation, seamanship, and
watchstanding duties in accordance with current Navy doctrine and the Rules of the Road.; Implement force
protection, security, and antiterrorism measures per current fleet and command directives.. Every item has been
reviewed for clinical accuracy, current guidelines, and clarity so that students can study with confidence and
self-correct as they work through the bank. Use it as a high-yield review immediately before the exam, or as a
structured practice tool during the unit - the rationales double as concise teaching notes. The recommended
Section 1: General (Questions 1-100)
1 During a general quarters evolution, which C4I system on LCC-19 directly
supports amphibious command and control?
A) AN/SQQ-89 ASW Combat System
B) Joint Tactical Information Distribution System (JTIDS)
C) AN/SPS-67 Surface Search Radar
D) AN/URN-25 TACAN
Answer: B
Rationale: JTIDS (Link 16) provides the primary tactical data link for joint and
amphibious command and control on LCC-19, enabling real-time situational
awareness and targeting. The AN/SQQ-89 is an ASW system, the AN/SPS-67 is a
surface search radar, and TACAN provides navigational bearing and distance-none
directly support amphibious C2.
2 Which factor most critically determines the setting of a damage control boundary
during a flooding casualty?
A) The location of the nearest fire station
B) The ship's list and trim
C) The watertight integrity of adjacent compartments
,D) The availability of portable dewatering pumps
Answer: C
Rationale: Damage control boundaries are set to contain flooding and maintain
reserve buoyancy; the watertight integrity of adjacent compartments is paramount.
List and trim influence stability but do not solely determine boundary location. Fire
station location and pump availability are secondary considerations.
3 In a narrow channel, a power-driven vessel crossing from starboard is the
give-way vessel. What action must the stand-on vessel take?
A) Maintain course and speed
B) Alter course to port
C) Sound one short blast and turn to starboard
D) Stop engines immediately
Answer: A
Rationale: Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
(COLREGS) Rule 17, the stand-on vessel must maintain course and speed. Altering
course to port or stopping unexpectedly can create confusion; the give-way vessel is
required to take early and substantial action to keep clear.
4 Which watchstanding position on LCC-19 is responsible for maintaining the
ship's official chronology and passing tactical signals?
A) Officer of the Deck (OOD)
B) Junior Officer of the Deck (JOOD)
C) Combat Information Center Watch Officer (CICWO)
D) Quartermaster of the Watch (QMOW)
Answer: D
Rationale: The Quartermaster of the Watch maintains the ship's deck log, plots
navigational fixes, and assists in passing tactical signals. The OOD is responsible for
the safe navigation and routine of the ship; the JOOD assists; the CICWO
coordinates tactical information but does not keep the official chronology.
5 Which antiterrorism measure is required when a vessel approaches LCC-19
during heightened force protection condition (FPCON) Charlie?
A) Allow approach if vessel displays proper signal flags
B) Challenge and verify identity before allowing close approach
C) Fire warning shots across the bow
D) Deploy a sea anchor to block the approach
,Answer: B
Rationale: At FPCON Charlie, all approaching vessels must be challenged and
positively identified before being allowed to close. Warning shots are only used as a
last resort after non-lethal measures fail. Allowing approach without verification or
deploying a sea anchor are not standard procedures.
6 A Sailor on LCC-19 sustains a deep laceration with uncontrolled bleeding. Which
immediate action is most appropriate?
A) Apply a tourniquet proximal to the wound
B) Elevate the limb and apply direct pressure
C) Irrigate with saline and apply a sterile dressing
D) Administer oral analgesics and monitor
Answer: B
Rationale: For uncontrolled bleeding, direct pressure with elevation is the first-line
intervention per Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) guidelines. A tourniquet is
indicated only if direct pressure fails. Irrigation and dressing are secondary, and
analgesics do not address hemorrhage.
7 Which administrative program on LCC-19 ensures Sailors maintain eligibility for
advancement and awards?
A) Command Managed Equal Opportunity (CMEO) program
B) Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist (ESWS) qualification
C) Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS)
D) Command Financial Specialist (CFS) program
Answer: C
Rationale: NSIPS is the Navy's electronic personnel and pay system that tracks
advancement eligibility, awards, and evaluations. The CMEO program addresses
equal opportunity; ESWS is a warfare qualification; CFS provides financial
counseling-none directly manage advancement eligibility.
8 When ordering supplies for LCC-19, which document authorizes the expenditure
of funds for a specific requirement?
A) DD Form 1348
B) NAVSUP Form 1250
C) Department of Defense (DD) Form 448
D) Military Standard Requisitioning and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP) document
Answer: A
Rationale: DD Form 1348 (DoD Single Line Item Requisition System Document) is
, used to requisition supplies and authorize funding. NAVSUP Form 1250 is a
material receipt document; DD Form 448 is a Military Interdepartmental Purchase
Request; MILSTRIP is the system, not the authorizing document.
9 Which communication system on LCC-19 provides the primary means for
transmitting high-volume, secure voice and data to shore commands?
A) AN/URC-109 High Frequency Radio
B) Super High Frequency (SHF) Satellite Communications
C) AN/WSC-3 Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Radio
D) AN/SRC-20 Very High Frequency (VHF) Radio
Answer: B
Rationale: SHF SATCOM provides high-bandwidth, secure voice and data
connectivity to shore commands and is the primary long-haul system on LCC-19.
HF, UHF, and VHF radios are used for line-of-sight or tactical communications and
lack the bandwidth for high-volume shore connectivity.
10 During a strait transit, which navigational publication provides the most current
and authoritative information on local hazards?
A) Sailing Directions (Enroute)
B) Notice to Mariners
C) List of Lights
D) Coast Pilot
Answer: B
Rationale: Notice to Mariners is the weekly publication that provides the most
current updates on navigational hazards, changes in aids to navigation, and other
critical corrections. Sailing Directions, List of Lights, and Coast Pilot are valuable
but do not contain the latest real-time corrections.
11 During a general quarters drill, which damage control condition set best supports
sustained combat operations aboard LCC-19?
A) Condition YOKE with modified watchstations
B) Condition ZEBRA with all fittings secured
C) Condition XRAY with Circle William set
D) Condition WILLIAM with ventilation aligned
Answer: B
Rationale: Condition ZEBRA is the maximum material condition of readiness,
requiring all fittings closed and secured to limit flooding, fire, and CBR spread
during general quarters. Condition YOKE is a reduced readiness posture, XRAY is
