Question 2272 Deck General

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Which item in illustration D024DG below, parting which item is one of the greatest hazards of pushing ahead?

Diagram for USCG Deck General: Which item in illustration D024DG below, parting which item is one of the...
A A
B B
C F
D I
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) I. Parting the towline (item I) is one of the greatest hazards when pushing ahead. If the towline parts, the pushing vessel could suddenly lurch forward, potentially causing damage or injury. This is a critical safety concern when operating a pushing arrangement, as the sudden loss of tension in the towline can lead to an unpredictable and hazardous situation. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not represent the greatest hazard in a pushing operation. Items A, B, and F, while important components, do not pose the same level of risk as a parting towline.

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