Your vessel is preparing to load Class 1 explosive material in a US port. In accordance with U.S. regulations which of the following best describes the procedure for rigging of the required tow wires? |
A) on the bow the wire shall be secured to the bitts with the towing eye passed inboard and kept at water level |
B) on the bow and stern, the wires shall be secured to the bitts and coiled on deck ready for immediate deployment |
C) on the bow and stern, the wires shall be secured to the bitts with the towing eye passed outboard and kept at water level |
D) on the bow and stern, the wires shall be secured to the bitts with the towing eye passed inboard and kept at water level |