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A mess deck hatch is routinely left open for ventilation, and the walking route to the toilet passes directly over it. What does MAIB's Artemis investigation say about this kind of routine hazard?

A. Familiarity with a hazard is not the same as managing it — repeated safe crossings don't reduce the actual risk
B. It's acceptable as long as no incident has occurred yet
C. It only becomes a real hazard during the day
D. It's the individual crew member's responsibility alone to watch their step
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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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