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PS-8

Use of lifeboat equipment

Function: Basic Training

Competence Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency Task

Survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment

X1.3 Equipment in survival craft

Use of lifeboat equipment

Assessed in: LB-0201 STCW Qualifications

Condition

In an approved course, with equipment found on a survival crft.

Behavior

Discuss or demonstrate the use of equipment available in the survival craft.

Standard

Include:

  1. initial actions on boarding to enhance chances of survival
  2. streaming drogues or sea-anchors
  3. survival craft equipment
  4. operation of location devices, including radio equipment.