Question 2411Deck General70% to pass
When making up a long, large coastwise tow, which of the following procedures is INCORRECT?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) Backup wires are left slack.
This is the incorrect procedure when making up a long, large coastwise tow. Backup wires should be kept taut, not left slack. Backup wires provide an additional safety measure in case the primary towing connection fails, and they need to be under tension to be effective. Leaving the backup wires slack would defeat their purpose as a secondary towing connection.
The other answer choices are correct procedures: A) A chain towing bridle is generally preferred, B) Rigging tripping ropes (retrieving lines) is recommended, and D) Safety shackles should be used when connecting to the fishplate.
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