MAIB found the skipper had two strings of creels aboard simultaneously. What specific risk did this increase, compared to working one string at a time?

A. None — the shooting method was identical regardless of how many strings were carried

B. The need to stack creels up to three high and later downstack them, increasing deck clutter and the likelihood of needing to interact with the gear

C. It only increased fuel consumption, not physical risk

D. It reduced risk, since fewer trips back to port were needed

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

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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