Question 1352 Deck Safety

The correct answer is D) Release gripes, lift brake, release tricing pennants. This sequence is correct because it follows the standard procedure for launching a lifeboat stowed in gravity davits. First, the gripes (the lines that secure the lifeboat to the davits) must be released to allow the boat to move freely. Next, the brake must be lifted to disengage the davits and allow the lifeboat to be lowered. Finally, the tricing pennants (the lines that hold the boat in place on the davits) can be released to allow the boat to be launched. The other options are incorrect because they do not follow the proper sequence. Option A and B skip the step of lifting the brake, which is a crucial step in the launch process. Option C includes the step of operating the limit switches, which is not part of the standard launch procedure for a gravity-davit-stowed lifeboat.