Towing & Ship-Assist · Operations — Making the Tow Fast
When connecting to an unmanned barge for an offshore tow, the towing pennant is typically connected to the barge's bridle via a:
- ASimple overhand knot
- BMagnet
- CStrip of tape
- DFishplate (towing plate) and shackles rated for the load✓ Correct
Explanation
A fishplate (triangular towing plate) joins the two bridle legs and the towing pennant with properly rated shackles. All shackles and the plate must be sized and inspected for the maximum expected towline load.
Authority: Knight's Modern Seamanship; towing gear
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