Deck General · Deck Safety
Before working over the side on a stage or bosun's chair, the crew member should wear a work vest or harness and:
- ADisconnect all communications
- BOpen all sea suction valves
- CRemove the lifebuoy from the area
- DNotify the bridge/engine room so the propeller and thrusters are not operated✓ Correct
Explanation
Work over the side requires notifying the bridge and engine room so machinery (propeller, thrusters, overboard discharges) is secured, a lifebuoy and tended line ready, and a PFD/harness worn.
Authority: Knight's Modern Seamanship; shipboard safety practice
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