Question 2226 Deck Safety

The correct answer is B) the junction of the frames with the beams and floors. Signs of racking stresses, which can cause structural damage, generally appear at the points where the frames of a vessel connect to the beams and floors. This is because these areas experience concentrated stress and flexing forces, making them more prone to exhibiting visual indications of racking stresses. The other options are incorrect because: A) the bow and stern areas are not specifically prone to racking stresses, C) the thrust bearing is not directly related to racking stresses, and D) the garboard strake, while important, is not the primary location for signs of racking stresses.