In the transfer procedure, which two lines are used to manage the pump in the water?

In the transfer procedure, which two lines are used to manage the pump in the water?

• A. Bridle and tending line
• B. Tow line and anchor line
• C. Rope and chain
• D. Hawser and main line

Answer: (A)

In transfer procedures, controlling a pump in the water requires lines that both hold the load securely and give you practical control from the deck. The bridle provides an even load distribution by attaching the pump to multiple points, reducing stress on a single line and keeping the equipment stable during movement. The tending line is used by the crew on deck to guide and adjust the pump’s position, take up slack, or pay out as needed, preventing uncontrolled drifting and keeping the pump clear of hazards. The other options describe lines used for towing or general securing, not the specific setup that allows precise control and safe handling of a pump in the water.

In transfer procedures, controlling a pump in the water requires lines that both hold the load securely and give you practical control from the deck. The bridle provides an even load distribution by attaching the pump to multiple points, reducing stress on a single line and keeping the equipment stable during movement. The tending line is used by the crew on deck to guide and adjust the pump’s position, take up slack, or pay out as needed, preventing uncontrolled drifting and keeping the pump clear of hazards. The other options describe lines used for towing or general securing, not the specific setup that allows precise control and safe handling of a pump in the water.