Question 32Safety & Environmental - QMED70% to pass
The purpose of the wire stretched between the lifeboat davit heads is to _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) support the manropes.
The wire stretched between the lifeboat davit heads is used to support the manropes, which are the lines that crew members hold onto when boarding and disembarking the lifeboat. This helps maintain the stability and control of the lifeboat during the launch and recovery process.
The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) the speed of the davits is controlled by the winching mechanism, not the wire; B) the davits are held in the stowed position by locking devices, not the wire; and C) the wire does not specifically prevent vibration during lowering, but rather supports the manropes.
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