Towing & Ship-Assist · Crew Safety
Synthetic lines under load are considered more hazardous than wire on recoil because they:
- ACannot part
- BStore and release more elastic energy, producing a faster, longer snap-back✓ Correct
- CAre always heavier
- DDo not float
Explanation
Synthetic lines stretch far more than wire and store large amounts of elastic energy; when they part they snap back faster and farther, with a wide danger zone. Crews must respect the snap-back zone and use proper line for the load.
Authority: Line-handling safety
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