A tug is to assist in docking an oceangoing vessel on a hawser. The greatest danger to the tug is __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — getting in a tripping position
When a tug assists an oceangoing vessel on a hawser, cross-currents or vessel momentum can cause the tug to get broadside to the towline. This dangerous setup creates an immediate tripping hazard where the lateral pull can capsize the tug instantly.
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