Question 1951Deck Safety70% to pass
A "strongback" refers to a _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) bar securing a cargo port.
A "strongback" refers to a bar that secures a cargo port or hatch cover on a vessel. It is used to provide additional strength and reinforcement to the cargo opening, preventing it from deforming or becoming damaged during cargo loading/unloading operations.
The other answer choices are incorrect:
A) A "deep beam" is a structural member that provides longitudinal strength to the hull of a vessel, but is not specifically a "strongback".
C) A "centerline vertical bulkhead" is a structural partition running vertically through the center of the vessel, not a "strongback".
D) A "spanner stay" is a supporting member used to brace masts or other vertical structures, not a "strongback".
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