Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #1240 (Set 38)

What is the accepted standard for wire rope falls used in connection with the lifeboat gear?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Six by nineteen regular-lay filler wire rope

46 CFR and SOLAS lifesaving standards mandate that lifeboat wire rope falls utilize six strands with nineteen wires per strand (6x19) regular-lay filler wire construction, providing the optimal balance of flexibility, fatigue resistance, and breaking strength.

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