Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #1249 (Set 38)

Limit switches are used on which davits?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Gravity davits

Gravity davits powered by electric winches require electrical limit switches to automatically halt the hoisting motor near the top of the travel tracks, preventing damage from over-travel during recovery.

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