Which type of stopper should be used to stop off wire rope?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — Chain
Chain stoppers are required for wire rope because fiber lines lack the necessary friction and heat resistance to hold wire under tension. A chain stopper grips the wire securely without causing the slippage or melting that would occur if a fiber line were used to stop off a wire.
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