Question 1356Deck Safety70% to pass
When lowering lifeboats in heavy seas, a good practice is to rig frapping lines _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) with a lead of about 45 degrees to the boat.
When lowering lifeboats in heavy seas, rigging the frapping lines at an angle of about 45 degrees to the boat helps to steady the lifeboat and prevent it from swinging excessively as it is lowered. This 45-degree angle provides the necessary control and stability to safely lower the lifeboat in rough conditions.
The other options are incorrect because: A) rigging the frapping lines only on the after falls would not provide adequate control, B) rigging only on the forward falls would be unstable, and D) running the frapping lines directly from the falls to the main deck would not provide the necessary angle for stability.
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