SCRB Task 3.6.A

Hypothermia

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 04-14 Task 3.6.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Manage survivors and survival craft after abandoning ship

SCRB-X3.6 Effects of hypothermia and its prevention; use of protective covers and garments, including immersion suits and thermal protective aids
Condition Behavior Standard

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

the candidate describes or selects the answer that describes hypothermia.


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

The candidate describes hypothermia, including:

  1. Causes;
  2. First aid for hypothermia;
  3. Prevention of hypothermia;
  4. Survival craft equipment to be used to prevent hypothermia; and
  5. Personal protective equipment used to prevent or minimize hypothermia.