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What did IMCA's Safety Observation Frequency Rate (SOFR) do in the 2025 report, and why does it matter alongside the fatality increase?

A. SOFR fell about 20%, meaning fewer near-misses/hazards were being logged even as fatalities rose
B. SOFR rose sharply, showing improved hazard reporting
C. SOFR was not tracked in 2025
D. SOFR only applies to onshore operations
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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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