GSK Exit Exam • Set 5 Question 7 of 30
When lifting a spar vertically through a manhole the hitch to use is
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Direct Answer
Option C: Timber hitch
A timber hitch is the most suitable knot for lifting a spar or log vertically through a manhole. It securely grips the timber and tightens as the load is applied, while being relatively easy to release afterward.
All Options
A
Draw hitch
B
Midshipman hitch
C
Timber hitch
(Correct Answer)
D
Clove hitch
Detailed Explanation & Context
A timber hitch is the most suitable knot for lifting a spar or log vertically through a manhole. It securely grips the timber and tightens as the load is applied, while being relatively easy to release afterward.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • General Ship Knowledge (GSK).
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