Ch. 19 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two primary purposes of tugs in ship escort?
A
Emergency stopping and emergency steering
2
Q
What are the three tug response modes?
A
Retard, Assist, Oppose
3
Q
What is the least effective tug response position?
A
Forward shoulder of a ship
4
Q
What is the most effective tug response position?
A
Rudder tug tethered to ships stern
5
Q
What are the three maneuvering options for a tethered ASD or tractor tug?
A
Direct, indirect, in-line arrest
6
Q
Why is ship speed critical to a ship escort response?
A
Determines advance and carry
Compounds effect of time delay
Determines effectiveness of response positions
7
Q
What is the danger of the new line and winch technology used in ship escort?
A
The line may not break or release if the tug is in peril
