ABE Task 10.8.A

Response to a chemical or biohazard spill

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 18-14 Task 10.8.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Apply occupational health and safety precautions

ABE-C4.1 Working knowledge of safe working practices and personal shipboard safety including chemical and biohazard safety

Condition Behavior Standard

On a vessel or in a laboratory or workshop, given the indicated equipment,

the candidate demonstrates knowledge of the proper response to a chemical or biohazard spill or incident.


The candidate describes the proper handling of chemical or biohazard materials in accordance with the MSDS.