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A crew member requires medical guidance beyond what onboard first-aid training covers. What is TMAS and what is it used for?

A. A classification society survey covering the ship's hospital/medical spaces only
B. A mandatory onboard medical examination scheme for new crew joining
C. Telemedical Maritime Assistance Service — a shore-based service providing free, confidential remote medical advice to vessels, typically staffed by doctors experienced in maritime medicine
D. A P&I Club claims-handling process for medical expenses
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You're asked to test a deck crane grab after electrical repairs nearby. As the grab is hoisted, what should have happened first?
A. Nothing — a test lift can proceed immediately after repairs
B. The area within the grab's swing radius should be cleared of personnel before the lift
C. Testing should wait until cargo operations begin
D. Only the crane operator needs to be aware the lift is happening
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A toolbox talk held before a lifting operation should explicitly cover which of the following?
A. Only the weather forecast for the next watch
B. The lunch schedule for the deck team
C. Who must remain clear of the exclusion zone while the lift takes place
D. The cargo manifest for the next port
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