GSK Exit Exam • Set 5 Question 5 of 30
If more than 10% in 8 diameters is broken the wire should be
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Direct Answer
Option A: Renewed
If a wire rope exhibits more than 10% of broken wires within a length of 8 diameters, it is considered significantly damaged and unsafe. According to inspection standards, such a rope must be immediately renewed.
All Options
A
Renewed
(Correct Answer)
B
Welded
C
Cut and spliced
D
Turned end to end
Detailed Explanation & Context
If a wire rope exhibits more than 10% of broken wires within a length of 8 diameters, it is considered significantly damaged and unsafe. According to inspection standards, such a rope must be immediately renewed.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • General Ship Knowledge (GSK).
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