Question 592 Deck General

The correct answer is A) cradling a boom. The process of lowering a boom to a horizontal position and onto its deck support is called "cradling a boom." This term is commonly used in the maritime industry, particularly in reference to the handling and securing of booms or derricks on ships or other vessels. Cradling a boom involves lowering the boom until it rests safely on its designated deck support, ensuring the boom is properly secured and stabilized. The other answer choices, such as "toppling a boom," "spotting a boom," and "collaring a boom," are not accurate terms for this specific procedure. These options either do not accurately describe the process or are not commonly used in the context of lowering a boom onto its deck support.