ABE Task 7.6.A

Maintenance and use of hand and power tools

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 18-14 Task 7.6.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Contribute to shipboard maintenance and repair

ABE-B1.6 Knowledge of the application, maintenance and use of hand and power tools

Condition Behavior Standard

On a vessel or in a laboratory or workshop,

the candidate demonstrates knowledge of the maintenance and use of hand and power tools.


The candidate demonstrates or describes the proper use and maintenance of the following hand and power tools:

  1. Wrenches of all types
  2. Screwdrivers and hammers
  3. Saws
  4. Drilling equipment
  5. Pipe cutters and threaders
  6. Tubing cutters and connection devices
  7. Air powered or electrical hand grinders
  8. Air powered or electrical chipping guns
  9. Files; and
  10. Knives.