Which is a TRUE statement concerning the...

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• Inspection for Certification purpose and what is normally checked at that time • Who is responsible for certifying and load‑testing cargo‑handling gear on U.S. vessels (think classification societies and cargo gear surveyors) • Difference between a visual examination of equipment and a load/weight test

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• Ask yourself: At an Inspection for Certification, is the Coast Guard usually the one actually doing specialized load tests, or are they confirming that proper certificates exist? • Consider which organizations (from the choices) are typically known for classification and cargo surveys, and which one is the regulatory body that accepts their reports. • Think about whether cargo booms need to be physically load-tested every single time the vessel goes in for an Inspection for Certification, or if ongoing certificates of test/inspection are normally used instead.

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• Verify in 46 CFR Subchapter I (Inspection and Certification) who must perform or witness cargo gear tests versus who simply accepts documentation. • Check which agencies are specifically mentioned in regulations or industry practice as being authorized to issue certificates for cargo handling gear tests. • Confirm whether regulations require a new load test at each Inspection for Certification, or only that valid current test certificates and markings be available.

Which is a TRUE statement concerning the examining of cargo equipment at the time of a vessels Inspection for Certification?

Cargo booms must be weight tested at this time by the National Cargo Bureau.

Cargo booms must be weight tested at this time by the American Bureau of Shipping.

Cargo booms must be weight tested at this time by the U.S. Coast Guard.

No test at this time is required.

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