ABD Task 4.5.A

Demonstrate basic signals for operation of equipment, including winches, windlasses, cranes, and hoists

In order to satisfy NVIC 14-14 Task 4.5.A , MMA students must:

Successfully complete MMA Assessment ABDE-DE-1 Demonstrate crane and hoist signals

STCW Competence	Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency
Contribute to the safe operation of deck equipment and machinery	ABD-C1.1 Knowledge of deck equipment, including ability to use and understand basic signals for the operation of equipment, including winches, windlasses, cranes, and hoists

Condition	Behavior	Standard
On board ship or in a laboratory,	the candidate demonstrates the basic signals for the operation of winches, windlasses, cranes, and hoists.	The candidate demonstrates the safe operation of winches, windlasses, cranes, and hoists including: Hand signals to communicate instructions and information from supervisors, spotters, and other personnel; and Possible hazards, including: a. Description of hazards; and b. Preventative measures.

Condition

Behavior

Standard

On board ship or in a laboratory,

the candidate demonstrates the basic signals for the operation of winches, windlasses, cranes, and hoists.

The candidate demonstrates the safe operation of winches, windlasses, cranes, and hoists including:

Hand signals to communicate instructions and information from supervisors, spotters, and other personnel; and
Possible hazards, including: a. Description of hazards; and b. Preventative measures.