Question 667 Deck General
70% to passWhat is the minimum standard for making an eye splice in a wire to be used as cargo gear?
The correct answer is A) Make three tucks with full strands, remove half the wires from each strand, and make two more tucks. This is the minimum standard for making an eye splice in a wire to be used as cargo gear, as per industry regulations and best practices. The three tucks with full strands provide a secure initial attachment, and the subsequent removal of half the wires from each strand and two more tucks ensures a stronger, more durable splice that can safely support cargo loads. The other options are incorrect because they either do not meet the minimum standard (B and C) or include unnecessary steps (D) that are not required for a basic cargo gear eye splice.
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