NVIC 18-14 Task 10.6.C

Apply occupational health and safety precautions

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

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.