How clear must the area astern be for a free-fall lifeboat launch drill, according to SAF-004?

A. Clear for 50 metres

B. Clear for at least one and a half times the distance the boat is expected to travel before coming to a standstill

C. Clear for the length of the ship

D. No clearance is required for simulated launches

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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