Question 1966Deck General70% to pass
You have been pulled aloft in a bosun's chair rigged to a mast that you intend to paint. You are now supporting your weight by seizing the hauling part and the standing part of the gantline in one hand. Your next procedure in securing the bosun's chair is to _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) dip the bight of the hauling part around your back and up in front of you to form the hitch.
This is the correct procedure because the bosun's chair needs to be secured to the gantline in a way that provides a stable and reliable connection. Forming a hitch with the hauling part around the person's back provides additional support and stability, ensuring the chair is safely secured while aloft.
The other options are not the correct procedure. Option A would require an additional winch, which is not specified in the question. Option B would only secure the standing part, leaving the hauling part unsecured. Option D would create an overly complex connection that is not necessary for this task.
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