EFA Task 4.1.B

List body substance barrier devices

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 08-14 Task 4.1.B , 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 list body substance barrier devices,

the candidate lists (or selects the answer that lists) body substance barrier devices.


The candidate lists (or selects the answer that lists) barrier devices such as:

  1. Gloves;
  2. Masks;
  3. Goggles; and
  4. Resuscitation masks.