USCG Exam PracticeCargo gear and rigging
Before working cargo with a single swinging boom rig, an AB conducting a pre-use inspection finds that the gooseneck fitting is dry and shows signs of corrosion. What is the correct action, and why?
- A. Proceed with cargo operations at reduced SWL; corrosion alone does not require removal from service
- ✓ Report the condition and take the boom out of service; the gooseneck must be greased and sound before useCorrect
- C. Grease the gooseneck and immediately resume operations without further inspection
- D. Reduce the topping lift tension to compensate for reduced gooseneck integrity and proceed
Why B is correct
NAVEDTRA 14343 §9-1 lists a greased and sound gooseneck as a required pre-use inspection point before working cargo. NAVEDTRA 14343 §8-4 states that gear is derated for wear and corrosion found on inspection, and §9-5 requires that defective gear be taken out of service. Proceeding with a corroded, dry gooseneck is not authorized.