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You've grounded on a falling tide and can't refloat. The list is worsening. What's the correct response?

A. Assess the rate of listing, monitor for water ingress, contact the coastguard immediately, and ensure everyone is in a position of safety
B. Wait for the tide to turn — the vessel will refloat at high water
C. Have the crew move heavy items to the high side to counter the list
D. Use the engine to try to break free until fuel runs out
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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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