Question 4245 Deck General

The correct answer is A) whip line. The whip line is the primary hoist line used for lifting personnel on mobile offshore drilling unit (MODU) cranes. This is in accordance with regulations and industry standards for safe personnel handling on offshore platforms and vessels. The whip line is a dedicated, secondary hoist line that is separate from the main hoist line used for lifting heavy loads. This redundancy and specialized line helps ensure the safety of workers being lifted by the crane. The other options are incorrect because: B) pendant is a separate rigging component not directly used for lifting personnel, C) personnel line is not a standard term, and D) main hoist line would not be the preferred choice for personnel lifting due to the potential for heavier loads and reduced safety redundancy.