PS Task 1.14.D

Enter the water in an immersion suit

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 08-14 Task 1.14.D , 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-X1.5 Proficiency in the use of lifesaving appliances normally carried on ships
Condition Behavior Standard

While wearing an immersion suit and standing at least 1 meter above the water,

the candidate jumps into the water in the proper position to prevent injury.


Note 1 Indicates a BT revalidation component to be demonstrated in Coast Guard approved training. See Enclosure (1), paragraph 2 (b)

The candidate jumps safely into water doing all of the following:

  1. One hand covering mouth and nose;
  2. Other hand across chest; and
  3. Legs straight and tight together or ankles crossed.