You've just been told the main engine is down and a repair is doubtful, with about an hour before your vessel drifts onto rocks. What should you do while the engine room works the repair?

A. Wait to see whether the repair succeeds before taking any other action

B. Increase speed on remaining momentum to try to clear the hazard before it becomes critical

C. Order the crew to stand by for abandon ship immediately as a precaution

D. Anchor if possible and notify the Coastguard immediately, in parallel with the repair attempt, rather than waiting to see if it's needed

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

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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