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RPST Exit Exam • Set 3 Question 3 of 30

Which of the following actions should be done before throwing this type of inflatable life raft just over the size

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Direct Answer

Option D: Check that the painter is made fast to a secure point and that the sea below is clear

Before manual launching, SOLAS safety procedures dictate confirming the painter is securely made fast to a structural strongback on the vessel and verifying that the sea area below is entirely clear of personnel and obstructions.

All Options

A
Inflate it on deck and then launched it clear below
B
Take the top off the container to enable life raft to inflate once in the water if all clear throw raft over side
C
Disconnect the painter and launch it checking that all is clear below
D
Check that the painter is made fast to a secure point and that the sea below is clear (Correct Answer)

Detailed Explanation & Context

Before manual launching, SOLAS safety procedures dictate confirming the painter is securely made fast to a structural strongback on the vessel and verifying that the sea area below is entirely clear of personnel and obstructions.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Personal Survival Techniques (RPST).

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