Question 2172Deck General70% to pass
After splicing an eye in a piece of wire rope, the splice should be parceled and served to _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) prevent hand injury by covering loose ends.
After splicing an eye in a wire rope, the splice should be parceled and served to cover the loose ends and prevent potential hand injuries. Parceling and serving the splice helps to smooth out the transition and cover any sharp or protruding wire ends, making the rope safer to handle. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not directly address the primary purpose of parceling and serving the splice, which is to enhance safety by protecting against cuts or lacerations.
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