What is/are the advantage(s) of cranes over conventional cargo booms?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — Simplicity of operation of the crane by its operator
Deck cranes provide simplified operational controls through hydraulic or electronic joysticks, greatly reducing the physical coordination required compared to multi-drum conventional cargo gear operating running rigging.
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