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Which gap in the ship's safety management system did the investigation identify in relation to gas testing?

A. The SMS had no gas detector on the list of required equipment
B. The SMS had no specific procedure for crew to test the atmosphere in enclosed cargo holds, whether through the sampling points or by a safe alternative method
C. The SMS did not require the holds to be tested at all
D. The SMS allowed only the master to carry out gas tests
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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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