ABD Task 5.5.B

Demonstrate pulling mooring lines

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 14-14 Task 5.5.B , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Apply occupational health and safety precautions

ABD-C2.1 Working knowledge of safe working practices and personal shipboard safety, including line handling

Condition Behavior Standard

On board ship or in a laboratory,

the candidate pulls mooring lines on deck.


The candidate:

  1. Fakes the mooring lines so that they can run free;
  2. Coils the mooring lines so that they can run free; and
  3. Secures mooring lines on deck so that they do not run free until ready for use.