SCRB Task 1.7.E

Operate a rescue boat during recovery

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 04-14 Task 1.7.E , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Take charge of a survival craft or rescue boat during and after launch

SCRB-X1.7 Methods of launching and recovering survival craft in a rough sea
Condition Behavior Standard

Using a rescue boat in the water and connected to the fall of a single- arm davit, mounted on a pier or a ship, when hearing the order in English to return to the ship,

the candidate operates the rescue boat during recovery.


LTD The assessment is only for an endorsement as PSC-Limited.

The candidate properly:

  1. Positions the rescue boat under the sea painter eye;
  2. Directs the crew to grab the sea painter;
  3. Rides the painter until the boat is in the appropriate position;
  4. Directs the crew to secure the sea painter on his/her command;
  5. Directs crew to secure fore and aft control lines (if fitted);
  6. Directs the crew to secure the releasing hook to the rescue boat bridle; and
  7. Secures the engine.