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What is the key difference between a "weathertight" door and a "watertight" door?

A. A watertight door is only used on the weather deck, while a weathertight door is used below decks
B. A watertight door prevents the passage of water in either direction under a head of water (e.g. in flooding), while a weathertight door only prevents water ingress from normal weather conditions such as spray and rain in any sea condition the ship may encounter
C. There is no difference, the terms are interchangeable
D. A weathertight door is stronger than a watertight door
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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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