ABD Tasks
ABD - able seafarer deck tasks
NVIC 14-14
| No. | Task | Description | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 1.1.A | Understand orders | A-II/4 |
| 2. | 1.2.A | Watch relief | A-II/4 |
| 3. | 1.3.A | Watchkeeping | A-II/4 |
| 4. | 2.1.A | Describe functions of mooring and tug lines | MT‑2231 |
| 5. | 2.1.B | Describe characteristics of mooring equipment | MT‑2231 |
| 6. | 2.2.A | Describe characteristics of various lines | MT‑2231 |
| 7. | 2.2.B | Describe anchoring operations | MT‑2231 |
| 8. | 2.2.C | Describe characteristics and function of deck fittings | MT‑2231 |
| 9. | 2.2.D | Describe characteristics and function of line handling equipment | MT‑2231 |
| 10. | 2.3.A | Describe berthing operations | MT‑2231 |
| 11. | 2.3.B | Describe unberthing operations | MT‑2231 |
| 12. | 2.4.A | Demonstrate anchoring procedures | MT‑2231 |
| 13. | 2.5.A | Describe procedures for mooring to a buoy | MT‑4132 |
| 14. | 3.1.A | Handling, stowage and securing of cargoes and stores | MT‑3261 |
| 15. | 3.2.A | Describe IMDG labels, marks, and signs | MT‑3261 |
| 16. | 4.1.A | Describe operation of valves and pumps, hoists, cranes, booms, and related equipment | MT‑3151 MT‑3261 |
| 17. | 4.2.A | Describe operation of winches, windlasses, capstans and related equipment | MT‑2231 |
| 18. | 4.3.A | Demonstrate operation of deck equipment, including hatches, watertight doors, ports, and related equipment | MT‑2231 |
| 19. | 4.4.A | Describe use and maintenance fiber lines | MT‑1111 |
| 20. | 4.4.B | Describe use and maintenance of synthetic lines | MT‑1111 |
| 21. | 4.4.C | Describe use and maintenance of wire rope | MT‑1111 |
| 22. | 4.4.D | Describe use and maintenance of chain | MT‑1111 |
| 23. | 4.5.A | Demonstrate basic signals for operation of equipment, including winches, windlasses, cranes, and hoists | ABDE‑DE‑1 in ST‑0999D |
| 24. | 4.6.A | Demonstrate use of anchoring equipment | MT‑4132 |
| 25. | 4.6.B | Describe anchor chain markings | MT‑4132 |
| 26. | 4.6.C | Describe emergency anchoring procedures | MT‑4132 |
| 27. | 4.7.A | Demonstrate rigging and unrigging a bosun's chair  |
ABD‑4J7A in MT‑2231 MT‑2231 |
| 28. | 4.8.A | Describe rigging and unrigging pilot ladder | MT‑2231 |
| 29. | 4.8.B | Describe rigging and unrigging rat guards | MT‑2231 |
| 30. | 4.8.C | Demonstrate rigging and unrigging a gangway | MT‑2231 |
| 31. | 4.9.A | Demonstrate marlinspike seamanship | ABD‑4J9A1 in MT‑1111 ABD‑4J9A2 in MT‑2231 ABD‑4J9A3 in MT‑2231 |
| 32. | 4.10.A | Demonstrate use of cargo-handling gear and equipment access arrangements | CC‑MANT MT‑2231 MT‑3261 |
| 33. | 4.11.A | Trace out and describe a piping system |
ADB‑4J11A in MT‑4253 |
| 34. | 4.12.A | Demonstrate use of cargo and equipment handling gear | MT‑3261 |
| 35. | 4.13.A | Identify single letter flags and describe hoisting procedures | MT‑3221 |
| 36. | 5.1.A | Demonstrate working aloft | ST‑0999D |
| 37. | 5.2.A | Describe procedures for working over the side | ST‑0999D |
| 38. | 5.3.A | Describe characteristics of an enclosed space | EN‑1112 |
| 39. | 5.3.B | Describe risks of enclosed spaces and safety procedures | EN‑1112 |
| 40. | 5.3.C | Demonstrate enclosed space safety procedures | EN‑1112 |
| 41. | 5.4.A | Describe procedures for work permits | EN‑1112 |
| 42. | 5.5.A | Demonstrate use of a heaving line | MT‑2231 |
| 43. | 5.5.B | Demonstrate pulling mooring lines | MT‑2231 |
| 44. | 5.5.C | Demonstrate use of a messenger line | MT‑2231 |
| 45. | 5.5.D | Adjust tension on mooring lines | MT‑2231 |
| 46. | 5.5.E | Describe line handling safety | MT‑2231 |
| 47. | 5.6.A | Describe causes of back injury | EN‑1112 |
| 48. | 5.6.B | Demonstrate lifting techniques to avoid back injury | EN‑1112 |
| 49. | 5.6.C | Describe use of labor saving devices | EN‑1112 |
| 50. | 5.7.A | Demonstrate electrical safety procedures | EN‑1112 |
| 51. | 5.8.A | Describe mechanical equipment safety procedures | EN‑1112 |
| 52. | 5.9.A | Simulate response to hazardous material spill | EN‑1112 |
| 53. | 5.10.A | Demonstrate use of PPE | EN‑1112 |
| 54. | 5.10.B | Demonstrate use of a safety harness |
ABD‑5J10B in ST‑0999D |
| 55. | 6.1.A | Describe sources of operational pollution | ST‑0999D |
| 56. | 6.1.B | Describe pollution prevention procedures | ST‑0999D |
| 57. | 6.2.A | Describe use of anti-pollution equipment | ST‑0999D |
| 58. | 6.3.A | Describe collection and storage of shipboard waste | ST‑0999D |
| 59. | 7.1.A | Operation of survival craft and rescue boats | A-VI/2-1 |
| 60. | 8.1.A | Demonstrate surface preparation techniques | CC‑MANT |
| 61. | 8.2.A | Demonstrate painting techniques | CC‑MANT |
| 62. | 8.3.A | Demonstrate lubrication of shipboard equipment | CC‑MANT |
| 63. | 8.3.B | Demonstrate inspection of shipboard equipment | CC‑MANT |
| 64. | 8.4.A | Demonstrate tag out/lock out procedures | EN‑1112 |
| 65. | 8.4.B | Locate safety guidelines and shipboard instructions | MT‑1111 |
| 66. | 8.5.A | Demonstrate disposal of waste materials | CC‑MANT |
| 67. | 8.6.A | Demonstrate use and maintenance of hand and power tools | ST‑0999E |