Before lifting a Lifeboat from water it should be ensured that:
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Option B: Falls wires are clear and secured tightly
Before lifting a lifeboat, it is critical to ensure that the falls wires are properly seated in the blocks and secured to the boat's releasing gear. This prevents the boat from tilting or dropping during the hoist, ensuring a stable and safe recovery process.
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Before lifting a lifeboat, it is critical to ensure that the falls wires are properly seated in the blocks and secured to the boat's releasing gear. This prevents the boat from tilting or dropping during the hoist, ensuring a stable and safe recovery process.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Personal Survival Techniques (PST).
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