ABD Task 8.3.A

Demonstrate lubrication of shipboard equipment

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 14-14 Task 8.3.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Contribute to shipboard maintenance and repair

ABD-D1.2 Ability to understand and execute routine maintenance and repair procedures

Condition Behavior Standard

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

the candidate demonstrates the lubrication of shipboard equipment.


The candidate properly lubricates the following:

  1. Roller chocks/fairleads so they turn freely;
  2. Gangways and associated tackle;
  3. Safety equipment (in accordance with manufacturer’s and company’s recommendations);
  4. Cargo equipment (in accordance with manufacturer’s and company’s recommendations); and
  5. Other ship’s equipment, as needed.