Question 32Safety & Environmental - QMED
70% to passThe purpose of the wire stretched between the lifeboat davit heads is to _______________.
Akeep the movement of the davits at the same speed
Bkeep the davits from slipping when they are in the stowed position
Cprevent vibration during lowering of the boat
Dsupport the manropes
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) support the manropes. The wire stretched between the lifeboat davit heads is used to support the manropes, which are the lines that crew members hold onto when boarding and disembarking the lifeboat. This helps maintain the stability and control of the lifeboat during the launch and recovery process. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) the speed of the davits is controlled by the winching mechanism, not the wire; B) the davits are held in the stowed position by locking devices, not the wire; and C) the wire does not specifically prevent vibration during lowering, but rather supports the manropes.
Related Questions
Q89:The rescuer can best provide an airtight seal during mouth-to-mouth resuscitatio... Q19:The MOST important element in administering CPR is _______________. Q1:All of the following are part of the fire triangle EXCEPT _______________. Q38:Part of the treatment for frostbite of the feet is the rapid rewarming of the co... Q167:Following a grounding, what would happen to the level of a slack double bottom t...
Ready to test your knowledge?
Take a Safety & Environmental - QMED Practice ExamOfficial Resources