Question 4484 Deck General

The correct answer is A) 0 kips. When winds exceed 70 knots, the COASTAL DRILLER must be secured for heavy weather operations. This means no additional variable load can be placed on the unit, as it needs to be in a stable configuration to withstand the high winds. The load form shows the unit's configuration for rig move, which is the maximum allowable loading. Adding more weight when winds are greater than 70 knots could jeopardize the unit's stability and safety, so no additional variable load is permitted. The other options are incorrect because they would allow for more weight to be added, which would be unsafe and against the regulations for heavy weather operations.