Regulations require that loose cargo gear — including wire rope, chains, hooks, shackles, and blocks — be visually inspected by the vessel's captain or designee at what minimum frequency?

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B. Once in each operating month — 46 CFR §28.885(b) requires visual inspection of all loose cargo gear at frequent intervals, and in any event not less than once in each operating month. This is a separate and less frequent requirement than the biennial proof load test required under §28.885(c).

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A. Once in each operating week

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C. Once every three months

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D. Once every six months

Regulations require that loose cargo gear — including wire rope, chains, hooks, shackles, and blocks — be visually inspected by the vessel's captain or designee at what minimum frequency?

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