NVIC 08-14 Task 1.1.A

Survive at sea in the event of a ship abandonment.

PS-X1.1 Knowledge of types of emergency situations which may occur

When asked on a written examination to identify and describe the types of emergency situations which may occur,

the candidate identifies and describes (or select the answer that identifies and describes) the types of emergency situations that may occur and the hazards or consequences associated with each.

The candidate identifies and describes (or selects the answer that identifies and describes) the hazards or consequences associated with situations such as:

1. Collision;
2. Fire;
3. Foundering, grounding, or loss of stability;
4. Hull failure;
5. Catastrophic machinery failure; and
6. Weather-related emergencies.