Question 1698 Deck Safety

The correct answer is C) support and hold the area in the damaged position. The objective of shoring a damaged bulkhead is to support and stabilize the damaged area, preventing further deformation or collapse. Shoring helps to maintain the structural integrity of the bulkhead and keeps it in its current position, even if it is warped or deformed. This is essential for maintaining watertight integrity and preventing the situation from worsening. The other options are incorrect because: A) making a watertight seal is not the primary objective of shoring, but a potential secondary benefit; B) withstanding additional damage is not the immediate goal, but a consequence of effective shoring; and D) forcing the damaged sections back into place is not always possible or necessary, as the focus is on supporting the existing deformation.