FF Task 2.4.A

List sources of ignition aboard ship, and describe precautions to take for each

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 08-14 Task 2.4.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Minimize the risk of fire and maintain a state of readiness to respond to emergency situations involving fire.

FF-X1.4 Types and sources of ignition
Condition Behavior Standard

When asked on a written examination to list the major sources of ignition aboard ship, and describe precautions to be taken for each,

the candidate lists (or selects the answer that lists) the major sources of ignition aboard ship, and describe (or select the answer that describes) precautions to be taken for each.

The candidate lists (or select the answer that lists) major sources, such as:

  1. Smoking materials;
  2. Spontaneous ignition;
  3. Electrical equipment,;
  4. Galley operations;
  5. Welding and burning;
  6. Fuel oil transfer and service operations; and
  7. Tanker loading and discharging, and collisions.

The candidate also describes (or select the answer that describes) the precautions to be taken for each.