PS Task 1.3.C

Identify and describe equipment carried in survival craft

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 08-14 Task 1.3.C , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Survive at sea in the event of a ship abandonment.

PS-X1.3 Knowledge of equipment carried in survival craft and its use
Condition Behavior Standard

When asked on a written examination to identify and describe the use of the equipment carried in survival craft,

the candidate identifies and describe (or select the answer that identifies and describes) the types and use of equipment carried in survival craft.

The candidate identifies and describes (or selects the answer that identifies and describes) the use of items such as:

  1. Heaving line,
  2. Instruction manual,
  3. Instruction card,
  4. Jackknife,
  5. Floating knife,
  6. Paddles,
  7. Inflation pump,
  8. Sea anchor,
  9. Bailer,
  10. Caps,
  11. Sponges,
  12. First aid kit,
  13. Flashlight,
  14. Signal mirror and whistle,
  15. Red parachute flares,
  16. Hand-held flares,
  17. Combination flare and smoke distress signals,
  18. Provisions,
  19. Water,
  20. Can openers,
  21. Drinking cup
  22. Fishing kit,
  23. Seasick tablets, and
  24. Repair kit