Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #1811 (Set 56)

A chock __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — provides openings through the bulwark for mooring lines

A chock is a heavy deck fitting, often smooth-surfaced or fitted with rollers, designed to provide clear, protected openings through the bulwark or across the deck edge, guiding mooring lines and preventing chafing under load.

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