Question 2213 Deck General

The correct answer is B) Connected between the main towing hawser and the towing bridle. The surge line is placed between the main towing hawser and the towing bridle to provide a controlled amount of slack in the towing arrangement. This allows the towed vessel to move in relation to the towing vessel, absorbing the shocks and loads placed on the towing system. Placing the surge line in this position helps prevent damage to the towing equipment and the vessels themselves. The other options are incorrect because: A) the "H" towing bitts are part of the towing vessel, not the towing hookup; C) the surge line should not be directly connected to the towing winch drum; and D) the surge line is not part of the towing bridle itself.