🔍 Key Concepts

• Chafing as wear caused by rubbing or friction • How fiber lines and mooring lines can be damaged at contact points • Typical deck fittings and where extra protection is needed on a boat

💭 Think About

• Which part of a line is most at risk when it passes over a rough surface, like a chock or rail? • Is chafing gear something that adds strength to a line, or something that shields it from damage? • When would you be most likely to install or inspect chafing gear on a vessel?

✅ Before You Answer

• Remember that chafing refers to rubbing/friction, not lifting or anchoring • Think about where on the vessel you see chafing gear used (e.g., at fairleads, chocks, railings) • Check which option deals with preventing surface damage to a line rather than changing its basic strength or purpose