NVIC Method

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STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Apply occupational health and safety precautions

ABE-C4.1 Working knowledge of safe working practices and personal shipboard safety including working in enclosed spaces

Condition Behavior Standard

On a vessel or in a laboratory or workshop, given the indicated equipment,

the candidate demonstrates knowledge of procedures designed to safeguard personnel working in enclosed spaces.


The candidate describes procedures designed to safeguard personnel and the ship, including:

  1. Assessment of risk
  2. Entry authorization procedures; and
  3. General precautions, including:

    a. Isolating hazards

    b. Ventilation

    c. Interior and exterior illumination

    d. Communications

    e. Rescue and resuscitation equipment

    f. Proper dress and safety equipment

    g. Briefing of entry crew; and

    h. Initial and continuous testing.

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 18-14 Task 10.6.C , MMA students must: