Question 2439 Deck General

The correct answer is B) The strength of each leg should be at least one-half that of the main towing hawser. This statement is false. According to industry standards and best practices, the strength of each leg of the wire bridle should be equal to or greater than the strength of the main towing hawser, not just one-half. The other statements are true: C) Each leg should be at least 60 to 90 feet long, to provide enough flexibility and length for the tow. D) The inboard end of each bridle leg should have a large eye splice to fit over the bitts, for secure attachment to the towing vessel.