NVIC 14-14 Task 4.12.A

Contribute to the safe operation of deck equipment and machinery

ABD-C1.3 Use and handling of deck and cargo-handling gear and equipment cranes, derricks, winches

On board ship, or in a laboratory,

the candidate demonstrates proper use of deck and cargo- handling gear and equipment cranes, derricks, and winches.

The candidate:

1. Inspects the equipment and ensures that it is in good operating condition and suitable for the load to be lifted;
2. Unstows the equipment to be used;
3. performs any rigging and ensures that all required equipment is available;
4. Lifts a load and moves it to a location designated by the assessor;
5. Secures the equipment; and
6. Stows all equipment.