EFA Task 4.4.B

Demonstrate opening of the airway and checking for breathing

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 08-14 Task 4.4.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-X1.3 Knowledge of immediate measures to take in cases of emergency, including the ability to: .2 apply resuscitation techniques

Condition Behavior Standard

Given a resuscitation mannequin, when asked to demonstrate the opening of the airway and checking for breathing,

the candidate demonstrates the opening of the airway and checking for breathing.


To be performed to currently accepted standards as published by the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross.