MAIB found Nancy Glen's capsize threshold had fallen from 6 tonnes to 4 tonnes of vertical offset load. What does this figure actually represent?

A. The maximum catch weight the vessel was licensed to carry

B. The fuel capacity remaining before the vessel needed to return to port

C. The amount of off-centre or elevated load the vessel could take before losing the ability to right itself

D. The crew complement limit set by the vessel's safety certificate

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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