Which of the following statements concerning the rigging of bosuns' chairs and their use is TRUE?

Correct Answer: Option A — Any tools, paint pots etc. should be secured by lanyards.

Safety standards for working aloft dictate that all tools, paint pots, and equipment must be secured with lanyards. This prevents accidental drops that could injure personnel on deck or damage equipment, adhering to fundamental maritime safety practices for preventing falling objects during maintenance operations.