While drilling loaded as shown in Sample Load Form #4 (Drilling), the DEEP DRILLER suffers a sudden unexpected inclination to port and aft. Strong winds and high waves are from the starboard bow. Among the possible causes, you should consider __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — failure of mooring lines 3 or 4
Under USCG National Maritime Center examination standards, the accepted correct answer is: failure of mooring lines 3 or 4.
100% Free & Open Access — No daily limits, paywalls, or gated answers on BrightMariner.