Question 527 Deck Safety

The correct answer is C) remain seated inside to provide body weight for stability. When a helicopter is lifting personnel from an enclosed lifeboat, the other individuals in the boat should remain seated inside to provide body weight and stability to the boat. This helps prevent the boat from becoming unstable or tipping over during the transfer. The additional weight of the seated passengers counteracts the forces acting on the boat as the person is being lifted out, keeping the boat steady and secure. The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) standing on the outside could destabilize the boat, B) entering the water is unnecessary and could be dangerous, and D) removing life preservers would leave the remaining passengers unprotected.