USCG Exam PracticeAnchoring and mooring operations
During the anchoring evolution, the vessel is ordered to let go the anchor with excessive headway still on. What is the most likely consequence?
- A. The anchor will trip and set more quickly due to the forward motion
- ✓ The chain may run out too fast and part, or the anchor may dragCorrect
- C. The catenary will increase, improving holding power immediately
- D. The wildcat will automatically engage to control the rate of chain deployment
Why B is correct
NAVEDTRA 14343 §4-4 states that letting go with too much headway can cause the chain to run out too fast and part, or drag the anchor. The vessel should be nearly stopped or have a slight sternway at the chosen spot before the anchor is let go.
Cited:NAVEDTRA 14343 §4-4