Question 1373 Deck Safety

The correct answer is A) check that hooks are fully locked in place. When retrieving a survival craft, it is crucial that the hooks used to secure the craft are properly locked in place before launching. This ensures the craft remains securely attached to the vessel and does not drift away, which could have catastrophic consequences. Checking the hook locks is a standard safety procedure that the helmsman should instruct the crewman to perform. The other options are incorrect because they do not address the primary safety concern of ensuring the survival craft is properly secured. Opening doors, removing life preservers, and checking fuel levels are not the immediate priority when retrieving the survival craft.