Question 6 of 30
The centrifugal brake mechanism incorporated in a lifeboat handling winch is intended to:
A
Stop the boat instantly if a cable snaps
B
Automatically control the speed of lowering by gravity
C
Increase the lifting speed of the winch motor
D
Lock the davit arms in the stowed position
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: Automatically control the speed of lowering by gravity.
The centrifugal brake is a safety feature on the lifeboat winch that automatically regulates the lowering speed by gravity, preventing the boat from descending too fast.