NVIC Method

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STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Survive at sea in the event of a ship abandonment.

PS-X1.5 Knowledge of principles concerning survival, including:

.6A actions to be taken by an individual in the water

Condition Behavior Standard

When asked on a written examination to list actions to be taken by an individual in the water,

the candidate lists (or selects the answer that lists) the actions to be taken by an individual in the water.


The candidate lists (or selects the answer that lists) actions to be taken by an individual in the water, such as:

  1. Swim away from ship,
  2. Stay clear of dangers in the water;
  3. Locate survival craft or others in the water nearby;
  4. Attract attention; and
  5. Conserve energy and the effects of loss of body heat.

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 08-14 Task 1.11.A , MMA students must:

  • Pass MMA Course PS‑0301 4/C STCW Personal Survival
  • Pass MMA Course LB‑0203 4/C STCW Immersion Suit Practical