SCRB Task 1.3.A

Types and locations of survival craft launching devices

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 04-14 Task 1.3.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Take charge of a survival craft during and after launch

SCRB-X1.3 Various types of devices used for launching survival craft
Condition Behavior Standard

On a Coast Guard examination or in an approved or accepted course,

the candidate describes or selects the answer that describes various types of survival craft launching devices, their ancillary, and their locations.


BOTH EXAM The assessment is for both PSC and PSC-Limited.

The candidate describes:

  1. What determines the minimum number of lifeboats required on a ship;

  2. What determines the location of lifeboats on a ship, including;

    a. access from accommodations;

    b. access from work spaces;

    c. distance from power sources; and

    d. potential isolation from the primary survival craft;

  3. Equipment that will be found near each launching station, including;

    a. embarkation ladders;

    b. manropes; and

    c. painters;

  4. The minimum number of people needed to operate the survival craft launching devices; and 5. Common maintenance requirements, such as;

    a. lubrication;

    b. stowage to prevent movement in a seaway;

    c. being kept ready for use; and

    d. illumination.