Hatches on the life boat are designed such that?
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Option D: Watertight and can be opened and closed from both sides
Hatches on enclosed lifeboats are critical for maintaining buoyancy and protection from elements. Regulations require them to be watertight and designed so they can be operated effectively from both the inside and the outside.
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Hatches on enclosed lifeboats are critical for maintaining buoyancy and protection from elements. Regulations require them to be watertight and designed so they can be operated effectively from both the inside and the outside.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB).
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