
All Common Assessments
Assessment ABDE-3-1A
Demonstrate crane and hoist signals
Assessed in ST-0999D Sea Term I (Deck Portion)
Also satisfies equivalent requirement for AB-Engine
Condition
Aboard ship or in a laboratory
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Demonstrate the basic signals for crane operation |
Clearly give signals for:
Make no safety violations |
Supports Table A-II/5 able seafarer deck
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
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Contribute to the safe operation of deck equipment and machinery |
D-C1.1 Knowledge of deck equipment, including:
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Demonstrate crane and hoist signals |

Assessment ABE-1-6A
Assist with fuel oil transfer
Assessed in EN-1211 Auxiliary Machinery I
Condition
On board ship or in laboratory
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
The candidate will:
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Transfer is completed without incident All MARPOL/USCG recommendations for proper bunker procedures are followed No safety violations are observed. |
Supports Table A-III/5 able seafarer engine
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Contribute to fueling and oil transfer operations |
E-A6.1 Knowledge of the function and operation of fuel system and oil transfer operations, including:
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Assist with fuel oil transfer |

Assessment AFA-1
Checking an unconscious victim
Assessed in PE-0032 STCW Medical Care Provider
Condition
Given a rescue breathing manikin
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Check consciousness by tapping a victim on the shoulder and shouting "Are you OK?" |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Call or have someone call 911 or the workplace emergency number. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Check the victim's airway and breathing by looking, listening, and feeling for signs of breathing for about 10 seconds. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
If the victim is unconscious, but is breathing and shows signs of circulation, place him or her in the recovery position. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice When rolling, victim's head and neck are supported and twisting movements are minimized. Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Roll a victim who is face down and not breathing to a face-up position. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice When rolling, victim's head and neck are supported and twisting movements are minimized. Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Tilt the victim's head back and lift the chin to open the airway. Look, listen, and feel for breathing for about 10 seconds. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice When rolling, victim's head and neck are supported and twisting movements are minimized. Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
If the victim is not breathing, give 2 rescue breaths, each slow breath lasting about 1 seconds, until the victim's chest clearly rises and falls between breaths. Take a breath before giving each breath. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice When rolling, victim's head and neck are supported and twisting movements are minimized. Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Supports Table A-VI/4-1 medical first aid
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board |
X1.04 Examination of casualty or patient |
Checking an unconscious victim |

Assessment AFA-2
Rescue Breathing
Assessed in PE-0032 STCW Medical Care Provider
Condition
Given a rescue breathing manikin
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Apply the emergency action steps: Check - Call - Care. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Apply basic precautions to reduce the risk of disease transmission. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Open the victim's airway and check for breathing for about 10 seconds. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Give 2 rescue breaths. | |
Give CPR; 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths, 5 cycles |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Supports Table A-VI/4-1 medical first aid
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board |
X1.12 Cardiac arrest, drowning and asphyxia |
Rescue Breathing |

Assessment AFA-3
Control External Bleeding
Assessed in PE-0032 STCW Medical Care Provider
Condition
Given a simulated victim.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Apply the emergency action steps: Check - Call - Care |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Apply basic precautions to reduce the risk of disease transmission when controlling bleeding. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Cover the wound with a dressing, and press firmly against the wound (direct pressure). |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Elevate the injured area above the level of the heart if you do not suspect that the victim has a broken bone and if you can do so without causing the victim pain. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Cover the dressing with a roller bandage and tie the knot directly over the wound. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
If bleeding does not stop
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Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Supports Table A-VI/4-1 medical first aid
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board |
X1.04 Examination of casualty or patient |
Control External Bleeding |

Assessment FF-1
Use various types of portable fire extinguishers to extinguish smaller fires.
Assessed in FF-0102 4/C Firefighting Practicum
Condition
Given a fire and various portable fire extinguishers
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Extinguish the fire |
Fire is extinguished Correct technique is used |
Supports Table A-VI/1-2 fire prevention and fire fighting
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Fight and extinguish fires |
X2.2 Instruction in:
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Use various types of portable fire extinguishers to extinguish smaller fires. |

Assessment FF-2
Use self-contained breathing apparatus
Assessed in FF-0102 4/C Firefighting Practicum
Condition
Given a fire, In a smoke-filled enclosed space, wearing self-contained breathing apparatus
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Extinguish the fire while wearing the self-contained breathing apparatus |
Fire is extinguished Correct technique is used |
Supports Table A-VI/1-2 fire prevention and fire fighting
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Fight and extinguish fires |
X2.2 Instruction in:
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Use self-contained breathing apparatus |

Assessment FF-3
Extinguish extensive fires with water, using jet and spray nozzles
Assessed in FF-0108 1/C Advanced Firefighting
Condition
Given a class A fire and a hose line with combination nozzle
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Extinguish the fire |
Fire is extinguished Correct technique is used |
Supports Table A-VI/1-2 fire prevention and fire fighting
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Fight and extinguish fires |
X2.2 Instruction in:
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Extinguish extensive fires with water, using jet and spray nozzles |

Assessment FF-4
Extinguish fires with foam, powder or any other suitable chemical agent
Assessed in FF-0108 1/C Advanced Firefighting
Condition
Given a fire and a suitable fire extinguisher
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Extinguish the fire |
Fire is extinguished Correct technique is used |
Supports Table A-VI/1-2 fire prevention and fire fighting
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Fight and extinguish fires |
X2.2 Instruction in:
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Extinguish fires with foam, powder or any other suitable chemical agent |

Assessment FF-5
Extinguish fire with water fog
Assessed in FF-0108 1/C Advanced Firefighting
Condition
Given a class A fire in an accommodation room or simulated engine-room with fire and heavy smoke
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Use water fog or any other suitable fire-fighting agent to extinguish the fire |
Fire is extinguished Correct technique is used |
Supports Table A-VI/1-2 fire prevention and fire fighting
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Fight and extinguish fires |
X2.2 Instruction in:
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Extinguish fire with water fog |

Assessment FF-6
Extinguish oil fire
Assessed in FF-0108 1/C Advanced Firefighting
Condition
Given an oil fire
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Use fog applicator and spray nozzles, dry chemical powder or foam applicators to extinguish the fire |
Fire is extinguished Correct technique is used |
Supports Table A-VI/1-2 fire prevention and fire fighting
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Fight and extinguish fires |
X2.2 Instruction in:
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Extinguish oil fire |

Assessment FF-7
Effect a rescue
Assessed in FF-0108 1/C Advanced Firefighting
Condition
In a smoke-filled space, wearing breathing apparatus
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Effect a simulated rescue |
Rescue successful |
Supports Table A-VI/1-2 fire prevention and fire fighting
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Fight and extinguish fires |
X2.2 Instruction in:
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Effect a rescue |

Assessment MFA-1
Checking an unconscious victim
Assessed in PE-0031 Basic Safety CPR
Condition
Given a rescue breathing manikin
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
---|---|
The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Check consciousness by tapping a victim on the shoulder and shouting "Are you OK?" |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice When rolling, victim's head and neck are supported and twisting movements are minimized. Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Call or have someone call 911 or the workplace emergency number. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice When rolling, victim's head and neck are supported and twisting movements are minimized. Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Check the victim's airway and breathing by looking, listening, and feeling for signs of breathing for about 10 seconds. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice When rolling, victim's head and neck are supported and twisting movements are minimized. Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
If the victim is unconscious, but is breathing and shows signs of circulation, place him or her in the recovery position. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice When rolling, victim's head and neck are supported and twisting movements are minimized. Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Supports Table A-VI/4-1 medical first aid
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Take immediate action upon encountering an accident or other medical emergency |
X1.3 Understanding of immediate measures to be taken in cases of emergency, including the ability to:
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Checking an unconscious victim |

Assessment MFA-2
Rescue Breathing
Assessed in PE-0031 Basic Safety CPR
Condition
Given a rescue breathing manikin
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Apply the emergency action steps: Check - Call - Care. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Apply basic precautions to reduce the risk of disease transmission. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Open the victim's airway and check for breathing for about 10 seconds. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Give 2 rescue breaths. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Give CPR; 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths, 5 cycles |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Supports Table A-VI/4-1 medical first aid
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Take immediate action upon encountering an accident or other medical emergency |
X1.3 Understanding of immediate measures to be taken in cases of emergency, including the ability to:
|
Rescue Breathing |

Assessment MFA-3
Control External Bleeding
Assessed in PE-0031 Basic Safety CPR
Condition
Given a simulated victim.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
---|---|
The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Apply the emergency action steps: Check - Call - Care |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Apply basic precautions to reduce the risk of disease transmission when controlling bleeding. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Cover the wound with a dressing, and press firmly against the wound (direct pressure). |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Elevate the injured area above the level of the heart if you do not suspect that the victim has a broken bone and if you can do so without causing the victim pain. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Cover the dressing with a roller bandage and tie the knot directly over the wound. |
Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
If bleeding does not stop
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Actions are correct, in the proper sequence, and represent good first-aid practice Risk of harm to self and others is minimized |
Supports Table A-VI/4-1 medical first aid
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Take immediate action upon encountering an accident or other medical emergency |
X1.3 Understanding of immediate measures to be taken in cases of emergency, including the ability to:
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Control External Bleeding |

Assessment PS-1
Don a lifejacket
Assessed in PS-0301 4/C STCW Personal Survival
Condition
Aboard ship, or in an approved training course.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Don and secure a lifejacket. |
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Supports Table A-VI/1-1 personal survival
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment |
X1.4 Location of personal life-saving appliances |
Don a lifejacket |

Assessment PS-2
Don and use an immersion suit
Assessed in LB-0203 4/C STCW Immersion Suit Practical
Assessment is conducted during MT-1111 lab.
Condition
In a swimming pool or suitable protected waters.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
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Supports Table A-VI/1-1 personal survival
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment |
X1.4 Location of personal life-saving appliances |
Don and use an immersion suit |

Assessment PS-3
Jump from a height into the water
Assessed in PS-0301 4/C STCW Personal Survival
Condition
In a swimming pool or suitable protected waters.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Enter water from an elevated platform while wearing a USCG approved Type-1 PFD. |
When entering the water:
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Supports Table A-VI/1-1 personal survival
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment |
X1.5 Principles concerning survival, including:
|
Jump from a height into the water |

Assessment PS-4
Right an inverted liferaft
Assessed in PS-0301 4/C STCW Personal Survival
Condition
In a swimming pool or suitable protected waters.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Right an inverted liferaft while wearing a lifejacket. |
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Supports Table A-VI/1-1 personal survival
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment |
X1.5 Principles concerning survival, including:
|
Right an inverted liferaft |

Assessment PS-5
Swim while wearing a lifejacket
Assessed in PS-0301 4/C STCW Personal Survival
Condition
In a swimming pool or suitable protected waters.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Swim while wearing an approved Type-1 PFD |
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Supports Table A-VI/1-1 personal survival
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment |
X1.5 Principles concerning survival, including:
|
Swim while wearing a lifejacket |

Assessment PS-6
Keep afloat without a lifejacket
Assessed in PS-0301 4/C STCW Personal Survival
Condition
In a swimming pool or suitable protected waters of sufficient depth.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Keep afloat without a lifejacket. |
Demonstrate, for a period of at least one minute, the ability to:
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Supports Table A-VI/1-1 personal survival
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment |
X1.5 Principles concerning survival, including:
|
Keep afloat without a lifejacket |

Assessment PS-7
Board a survival craft while wearing a lifejacket
Assessed in PS-0301 4/C STCW Personal Survival
Condition
In a swimming pool or suitable protected waters with an approved survival craft.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Swim to and enter a survival craft without assistance, while wearing a lifejacket. |
Craft is entered successfully. |
Supports Table A-VI/1-1 personal survival
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment |
X1.5 Principles concerning survival, including:
|
Board a survival craft while wearing a lifejacket |

Assessment PS-8
Use of lifeboat equipment
Assessed in LB-0201 STCW Qualifications
Condition
In an approved course, with equipment found on a survival crft.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Discuss or demonstrate the use of equipment available in the survival craft. |
Include:
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Supports Table A-VI/1-1 personal survival
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment |
X1.3 Equipment in survival craft |
Use of lifeboat equipment |

Assessment RFPEW-5-2E
Change Burner
Assessed in EN-2231 Sea Term II: Marine Engineering
Condition
Aboard a ship, in port or underway, or in an approved simulator or laboratory, given proper equipment.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Identify and Describe components of boiler burner and register |
Identify:
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Change Over burner |
Determine which burner will be taken out of service Determine which burner will be lit off Insure availability of steam atomization and fuel oil Insert clean burner Line up fuel and steam atomization Light off clean burner Secure dirty burner Remove dirty burner and drain burner of residual fuel oil |
Steam clean dirty burner Disassemble and clean burner parts as necessary Inspect nozzle tips Reassemble burner |
Supports Table A-III/4 ratings forming part of an engineering watch
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
For keeping a boiler watch: Maintain the correct water levels and steam pressures |
A2.1 Safe operation of boilers |
Change Burner |

Assessment SCRB-1
Right an inverted lifefraft
Assessed in PS-0301 4/C STCW Personal Survival
Condition
In a pool or other body of water, while wearing a lifejacket
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
Right an inverted liferaft. |
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Supports Table A-VI/2-1 survival craft and rescue boats other than fast rescue boats
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Manage survivors and survival craft after abandoning ship |
RB-X3.1 Handling survival craft in rough weather |
Right an inverted lifefraft |

Assessment SCRB-2
Launch, board and recover survival craft.
Assessed in LB-0201 STCW Qualifications
Condition
Using an actual or training survival craft and launching apparatus.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
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Supports Table A-VI/2-1 survival craft and rescue boats other than fast rescue boats
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Take charge of a survival craft or rescue boat during and after launch |
RB-X1.3 Various types of device used for launching survival craft and rescue boats |
Launch, board and recover survival craft. |

Assessment SCRB-3
Start and operate survival craft engine
Assessed in LB-0201 STCW Qualifications
Condition
Using an engine in an open or enclosed survival craft, or in the laboratory.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
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Supports Table A-VI/2-1 survival craft and rescue boats other than fast rescue boats
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Operate a survival craft engine |
RB-X2.1 Methods of starting and operating a survival craft engine and its accessories together with the use of the fire extinguisher provided |
Start and operate survival craft engine |

Assessment SCRB-4
Row and steer survival craft
Assessed in LB-0201 STCW Qualifications
Condition
Using a open boat or enclosed lifeboat fitted for rowing.
Performance Requirements
Behavior | Standard |
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The student will: | During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum: |
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Supports Table A-VI/2-1 survival craft and rescue boats other than fast rescue boats
Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
---|---|---|
Manage survivors and survival craft after abandoning ship |
RB-X3.1 Handling survival craft in rough weather |
Row and steer survival craft |