Question 1371 Deck Safety

The correct answer is A) that the cable has not jumped any grooves on the drum. When retrieving a survival craft, it is crucial for the winch operator to stop the winch and check that the cable has not jumped any grooves on the drum. This is important to ensure the safety and stability of the craft during the lifting process. If the cable has jumped a groove, it could cause the craft to become unstable or even capsize, putting the personnel on board at risk. The other options, such as checking the wind direction or the hydraulic fluid level, are not directly relevant to the specific task of safely retrieving the survival craft.