When a tug is pulling on a hawser at right...

When a tug is pulling on a hawser at right...

Question 1 of 2707066636ee728f7522a1c518d32

When a tug is pulling on a hawser at right angles to the ship, and the pilot wants to come ahead or astern on the ship's engine, care must be taken that the pilot __________.

Question 1 of 27070

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When a tug is pulling on a hawser at right angles to the ship, and the pilot wants to come ahead or astern on the ship's engine, care must be taken that the pilot __________.

🔍 Key Concepts

• Tug assistance on a hawser at right angles (90°) to the ship • Effect of ship’s engines (ahead/astern) on towline tension • Consequences of excessive strain on the towline during maneuvering

💭 Think About

• What happens to the load on a hawser when the ship starts moving ahead or astern while the tug is pulling sideways? • Which of these options, if not carefully controlled, could cause sudden, dangerous changes in towline tension? • In practice, what is the biggest immediate risk to the tug and ship when combining engine movements with a right‑angle hawser pull?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which option directly relates to towline strain and safety of the tug. • Ask which action, if mishandled, could part the hawser or endanger the tug. • Eliminate choices that focus mainly on course-keeping rather than the safety of the towline itself.