EFA Task 4.1.A

State the importance of body substance isolation

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 08-14 Task 4.1.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Take immediate action upon encountering an accident or other medical emergency.

BFA-X1.1 Assessment of needs of casualties and threats to own safety

Condition Behavior Standard

When asked on a written examination to state the importance of body substance isolation,

the candidate states (or selects the answer that states) the importance of body substance isolation.


The candidate states (or selects the answer that states) that the importance of “body substance isolation” to reduce the health threat to emergency and medical personnel.”