The grab rail of a metal lifeboat is normally located __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — along the turn of the bilge
Metal lifeboats are fitted with exterior grab rails positioned along the turn of the bilge. This specific location provides survivors in the water with a secure, easily accessible handhold to grip the hull even if the craft capsizes or rolls.
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