Deck General USCG Q#2066 (Set 65)

Separating both blocks of a tackle to prepare it for reuse is called __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — over-hauling

Over-hauling is the process of pulling the two blocks of a tackle apart to increase the length of the fall between them. This is essential for resetting the tackle after it has been two-blocked, ensuring the system is ready for the next lifting or tensioning operation.

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