Which of the following must be carried out...

Which of the following must be carried out...

Question 1 of 2707066636ef028f7522a1c52094f

Which of the following must be carried out in order to manually launch an inflatable life raft not designed for float-free operation?

Question 1 of 27070

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Which of the following must be carried out in order to manually launch an inflatable life raft not designed for float-free operation?

🔍 Key Concepts

• Inflatable life raft manual launching procedures in SOLAS and manufacturer’s instructions • Difference between float-free release (hydrostatic release) and manual launch from its stowage • Purpose and function of the weak link and securing straps

💭 Think About

• Ask yourself: If the raft is not float-free, how does it normally stay in place, and what must be done first to get it into the water? • Which items in the options are related to automatic release versus manual handling by the crew? • In an actual emergency, what sequence of actions would you take to move the raft from its cradle and get it ready to throw or lower over the side?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which components (weak link, hydrostatic release, securing straps) are associated with automatic vs. manual deployment. • Confirm which action is physically necessary to free the container from its cradle before you can move it toward the embarkation point. • Eliminate any choice that describes something the crew would not normally operate by hand during manual launching.