GSK Exit Exam • Set 15 Question 5 of 30
Breast rope is used in mooring system to prevent the vessel from moving
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Direct Answer
Option B: Away from the jetty
A breast rope runs perpendicular to the ship's centerline, from the ship's side to a quay bollard. It is used to hold the vessel firmly alongside the jetty, preventing it from moving away.
All Options
A
Ahead
B
Away from the jetty
(Correct Answer)
C
Towards the jetty
D
Fore and aft direction
Detailed Explanation & Context
A breast rope runs perpendicular to the ship's centerline, from the ship's side to a quay bollard. It is used to hold the vessel firmly alongside the jetty, preventing it from moving away.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • General Ship Knowledge (GSK).
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