FF Task 2.5.B

List examples of common fire hazards, and describe precautions to take for each

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 08-14 Task 2.5.B , 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-X1.5 Flammable materials, fire hazards, and spread of fire

Condition Behavior Standard

When asked on a written examination to list examples of common fire hazards, and describe precautions to be taken for each,

the candidate lists (or selects the answer that lists) examples of common fire hazards, and describe(or select the answer that describes)precautions to be taken for each.


The candidate lists (or select the answer that lists) examples of poor housekeeping practices, complacency about fire safety on the job, careless disposal of smoking materials, defective electrical components, spillage of flammable materials, and careless work habits; and describes (or selects the answer that describes) precautions to be taken for each.