🔍 Key Concepts

• Examine how a liferaft is towed from a rescue vessel and where the strongest attachment point would be on the raft itself • Distinguish between the sea anchor/drogue gear and the actual towing connection used by another vessel • Look closely at how the lines and hardware are arranged around the raft’s perimeter in the illustration

💭 Think About

• Which numbered item is clearly part of the sea anchor or drogue system, and which one looks like a strong fixed fitting meant to connect to another vessel’s tow line? • If a rescue boat were coming alongside to tow this raft at speed, which item number would provide the safest, strongest point to pull from without tearing the fabric? • Compare each option (7, 9, 19, 21): which ones are obviously for boarding or stabilizing, and which one is best suited for taking a heavy towing strain?

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify which number is attached to the sea anchor line and bridle (that is not used as the primary towing point from another vessel) • Identify which numbered item is a reinforced metal fitting or strong point on the raft’s collar, not a step, ladder, or light connection • Confirm that the towing connection is located in a logical forward position on the raft’s exterior, suitable for being pulled through the water