Under the ISM Code, how should a company treat equipment whose sudden failure could create a hazardous situation, such as gangway hoisting gear?

A. As any other equipment in routine maintenance

B. Identify it and provide specific measures to promote its reliability, such as regular testing and inspection

C. Inspect it only at annual survey

D. Leave it to the manufacturer

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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