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A missing shackle needs replacing on the chain mat below a raised trawl beam. Where should you stand to do the repair?

A. Directly beneath the beam — it's the only way to reach the shackle
B. Never beneath a suspended load unless it is independently secured from above by additional restraints
C. Beneath the beam only if the derrick winch brake is engaged
D. Beneath the beam if the sea state is calm
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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. 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 toolbox talk held before a lifting operation should explicitly cover which of the following?
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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