USCG Exam PracticeLine handling and mooring
When towing astern, 33 CFR §164.74 requires that visual inspections of the towline be conducted at what minimum frequency?
- A. At least weekly
- B. At least quarterly
- ✓ At least monthlyCorrect
- D. Before each towing evolution only
Why C is correct
33 CFR §164.74(a)(3)(iii) requires visual inspections of the towline in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, or at least monthly, and whenever the serviceability of the towline is in doubt.
Cited:33 CFR §164.74