ABD Task 4.4.B

Describe use and maintenance of synthetic lines

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 14-14 Task 4.4.B , 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 fiber and wire ropes, cables and chains, including their construction, use, markings, maintenance, and proper stowage
Condition Behavior Standard

On board ship or in a laboratory, when asked by a Qualified Assessor,

the candidate describes the safe use and maintenance of synthetic lines.

The candidate’s description includes:

  1. PPE and safe working practices;
  2. Difference between nylon, polypropylene, polyethylene and aramid line;
  3. Difference between laid line and braided line;
  4. Warning signs that synthetic lines are about to part;
  5. Proper stowage of synthetic lines;
  6. Maintenance of synthetic lines; and
  7. Limitations in the use of synthetic lines.