When personnel are lifted by a helicopter from an inflatable liferaft, what should the personnel on the raft do?

Correct Answer: Option C — deflate the floor of the raft to reduce the danger of capsizing

Deflating the floor of an inflatable liferaft during a helicopter hoist reduces the raft's profile and surface area, significantly lowering the risk of capsizing due to the helicopter's downwash. This procedure is standard in USCG rescue protocols to ensure the safety of survivors during the delicate extraction process.