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Which factor most directly explains why Honeybourne III's monthly lifting equipment inspections failed to detect the developing chain defect?
A. The chain was too new to show meaningful wear
B. The lifting plan defined no numerical wear limit, and the inspector had no training in chain loading or hydrogen embrittlement
C. The inspections were carried out too infrequently under LOLER
D. The chain manufacturer failed to supply a test certificate
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A. Nothing — a test lift can proceed immediately after repairs
B. Testing should wait until cargo operations begin
C. The area within the grab's swing radius should be cleared of personnel before the lift
D. Only the crane operator needs to be aware the lift is happening
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A. Who must remain clear of the exclusion zone while the lift takes place
B. The lunch schedule for the deck team
C. Only the weather forecast for the next watch
D. The cargo manifest for the next port
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