Question 1194Deck Safety70% to pass
As a vessel sinks to a depth of 15 feet, the hydrostatic trip releases the liferaft container from its cradle by _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) releasing the tie-down strap.
As a vessel sinks to a depth of 15 feet, the hydrostatic pressure causes the hydrostatic release unit (HRU) to activate and release the tie-down strap that secures the liferaft container to its cradle. This allows the liferaft container to float free from the sinking vessel.
The other options are incorrect because: A) the CO2 canister is used to inflate the liferaft, not to release it from the cradle; C) the weak link is designed to break at a specific depth to allow the liferaft to surface; and D) the operating cord is used to manually deploy the liferaft, not for the automatic hydrostatic release.
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