ABD Task 4.2.A

Describe operation of winches, windlasses, capstans and related equipment

In order to satisfy NVIC 14-14 Task 4.2.A , MMA students must:

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 winches, windlasses, capstans, 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 safe operation of deck equipment, including functions and uses of winches, windlasses, capstans, and related equipment.	The candidate’s description includes: Proper use of personal safety equipment; Safety procedures when working with or near winches, windlasses, capstans; and related equipment; and Limitations of the winches, windlasses, and capstans including, but not limited to: a. Safe working loads; b. Rigging; and c. Fairleads and swing arcs.

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 safe operation of deck equipment, including functions and uses of winches, windlasses, capstans, and related equipment.

The candidate’s description includes:

Proper use of personal safety equipment;
Safety procedures when working with or near winches, windlasses, capstans; and related equipment; and
Limitations of the winches, windlasses, and capstans including, but not limited to: a. Safe working loads; b. Rigging; and c. Fairleads and swing arcs.