The danger of a charged hose left unattended on deck with the nozzle open is __________.

Correct Answer: Option B — the nozzle end will whip about causing damage or injury

An unattended, pressurized fire hose left with an open nozzle unleashes tremendous reaction forces, causing the hose end to whip violently. This erratic movement poses severe hazards of structural damage, deck equipment destruction, and fatal injuries to shipboard personnel.