You are on a ship that has broken down and are... - USCG Deck Safety

You are on a ship that has broken down and are preparing to be taken in tow. You will use your anchor cable as part of the towline. Which statement is TRUE?

A The anchor cable should be led out through a chock, if possible, to avoid a sharp nip at the hawsepipe lip.

B The anchor cable should be veered enough to allow the towline connection to be immediately astern of the towing vessel.

C The strain of the tow is taken by the riding pawl, chain stopper, and anchor windlass brake.

D The anchor cable should be veered enough to allow the towline connection to be just forward of your bow.

AI Explanation

The correct answer is C) The strain of the tow is taken by the riding pawl, chain stopper, and anchor windlass brake. This is correct because when using an anchor cable as part of a towline, the strain of the tow should be taken by the anchor securing equipment (riding pawl, chain stopper, and anchor windlass brake) rather than the hawsepipe or chock. This helps to prevent damage to the ship's structure and ensures the anchor cable can withstand the forces of the tow. The other options, while potentially helpful, do not directly address how the tow strain should be managed, which is the key focus of this question.

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Question 558 Deck Safety

You are on a ship that has broken down and are preparing to be taken in tow. You will use your anchor cable as part of the towline. Which statement is TRUE?

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