Which of the following describes the responsibilities of the supporting unit in a sling load operation?

• A. - Pick Up site selection only; - Provide ground crew to rig and inspect a single load
• B. - Verify total weight of load; - Designating safe rendezvous point away from helicopter for emergencies
• C. - Pick Up site selection and control; Copies of the sling load inspection record (DA Form 7382); Verify total weight of load; Provide ground crew to rig and inspect all loads; All sling load equipment needed for sling load; Designating safe rendezvous point away from helicopter for emergencies
• D. - Coordinate with Aviation Unit; - Advise on landing site

Answer: (C)

The task tests what the supporting unit must handle on the ground to enable a safe and effective sling load. The supporting unit is responsible for selecting and controlling the pick-up site, maintaining and providing copies of the sling load inspection records (DA Form 7382), verifying the total weight of the load, and supplying ground crews to rig and inspect all loads with all the sling load equipment needed. They also designate a safe rendezvous point away from the helicopter for emergencies to keep the crew clear of the aircraft’s operating area. Collectively, these duties ensure the load is rigged correctly, weighed, inspected, and supported with the proper gear, while upholding safety procedures. Other options either omit essential tasks or assign responsibilities to the aviation unit (such as coordinating with the Aviation Unit or advising on landing site), which fall outside the ground-support scope.