NVIC 14-14 Task 4.2.A

Contribute to the safe operation of deck equipment and machinery

ABD-C1.1 Knowledge of deck equipment, including function and uses of winches, windlasses, capstans, and related equipment

On board ship or in a laboratory, when given a list of a vessel’s deck equipment by a Qualified Assessor

the candidate describes the safe operation of deck equipment, including functions and uses of winches, windlasses, capstans, and related equipment.

The candidate’s description includes:

1. Proper use of personal safety equipment;
2. Safety procedures when working with or near winches, windlasses, capstans; and related equipment; and

3. Limitations of the winches, windlasses, and capstans including, but not limited to:

   a. Safe working loads;

   b. Rigging; and

   c. Fairleads and swing arcs.