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You're the tug master of a conventional stern tug and the ship you're attached to suddenly accelerates beyond the agreed speed. What's the correct response?

A. Immediately call the pilot to reduce speed, simultaneously manoeuvre to reduce the tow line angle, and release the tow line if capsize becomes imminent
B. Hold position and rely on the gob rope to maintain the tow line angle
C. Increase engine power to try to hold position against the ship's speed
D. Sound one short blast and wait for the bridge to respond
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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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