Question 1473 Deck Safety

The correct answer is B) Securely attached around the outside in bights no longer than three feet. This is the correct answer because the U.S. Coast Guard regulations require that lifelines on life floats be securely attached around the outside of the apparatus in bights (loops) no longer than three feet. This ensures that the lifeline is firmly connected to the life float and can effectively support someone in the water. The other answer choices are incorrect because A) serving (wrapping) the line is not the specified method, C) splicing the line is unnecessary, and D) using a safety hook or shackle is not the required means of attachment per the regulations.