Marina Board Exam: While your vessel is docked port side to a wharf, a sudden gale force wind causes the vessels stern lines to part. The stern begins to fall away from the dock, and no tugs are immediately available. Which measure(s) should you take FIRST?

Marina Board Exam 

While your vessel is docked port side to a wharf, a sudden gale force wind causes the vessels stern lines to part. The stern begins to fall away from the dock, and no tugs are immediately available. Which measure(s) should you take FIRST? 

A. Shut down any cargo transfer thats in progress. 
B. Let go the port anchor and veer to a short scope of chain. 
C. Obtain assistance from the terminal to put new stern lines out. 
D. Notify the engine room of the need for propulsion.


Answer:     A. Shut down any cargo transfer thats in progress. 

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