Haul In

To pull a line or object towards the person hauling or towards the vessel.

The phrase can mean taking up slack, shortening a working line or bringing equipment alongside or aboard. It does not by itself specify the required force, final position or whether a winch, purchase or other hauling device should be used.

Before hauling, the lead and load should be understood and the line checked for turns, snags and people near bights or pinch points. A line under load should be controlled with appropriate equipment rather than wrapped around a hand or body.