Question 1963 Deck Safety

The correct answer is A) manger. The perforated, elevated bottom of the chain locker is called a manger. This feature allows seepage water from the chain to flow to the drains, preventing the chains from directly touching the main locker bottom. This design helps to keep the chain locker dry and avoid excessive wear or corrosion of the chains. The other options are incorrect because: B) draft refers to the depth of a vessel in the water, C) harping is a method of planking used in wooden boat construction, and D) cradle is a support structure used to hold a vessel in place, such as when it is being transported or stored.