ABD Task 5.6.C

Describe use of labor saving devices

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 14-14 Task 5.6.C , 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 lifting techniques and methods of preventing back injury

Condition Behavior Standard

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

the candidate describes the proper use of labor-saving devices found aboard ship.


The candidate’s description includes:

  1. Dollies;
  2. Carts;
  3. Ramps;
  4. Block and tackle;
  5. Cranes;
  6. Elevators; and
  7. Davits.