ABD Task 4.1.A

Describe operation of valves and pumps, hoists, cranes, booms, and related equipment

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 14-14 Task 4.1.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Contribute to the safe operation of deck equipment and machinery

ABD-C1.1 Knowledge of deck equipment, including function and uses of valves and pumps, hoists, cranes, booms, and related equipment

Condition Behavior Standard

On board ship, or in a laboratory, when given a list of a vessel’s deck equipment by a Qualified Assessor,

the candidate describes the operation of deck equipment, including functions and uses of valves, pumps, hoists, cranes, booms, and related equipment.


The candidate’s description includes:

  1. Proper use of personal safety equipment;
  2. Safety procedures when working with or near valves, pumps, hoists, cranes, booms, and related equipment; and
  3. Limitations of the valves, pumps, hoists, cranes, booms, and related equipment including, but not limited to: a. Safe working loads; b. Rigging; and c. Fairleads and swing arcs.