ABD Task 4.6.A

Demonstrate use of anchoring equipment

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 14-14 Task 4.6.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 ability to operate anchoring equipment under various conditions, such as anchoring, weighing anchor, securing for sea, and in emergencies
Condition Behavior Standard

On board ship or in a laboratory, during an anchoring operation,

the candidate demonstrates the use of anchoring equipment under various conditions.

The candidate demonstrates the use of anchoring equipment including:

  1. The anchor windlass:

    a. Placing in gear;

    b. Taking out of gear;

    c. Use during mooring operations; and

    d. Use of brake (when heaving mooring lines or for anchor operations);

  2. Riding pawl;

  3. Wildcat;

  4. Hawse pipe;

  5. Chain locker;

  6. Anchor chain attachments (e.g., padeye and pin, shackle);

  7. Spill pipe;

  8. Stripping bar (pawl);

  9. Warping head;

  10. Anchor swivel;

  11. Anchor chain washing operations;

  12. Chain stoppers, wire pendants, devil’s claws for securing the chain;

  13. Vessel security equipment (e.g., hawse pipe covers); and

  14. Personnel safety.