NVIC Method

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STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Apply occupational health and safety precautions

ABD-C2.1 Working knowledge of safe working practices and personal shipboard safety, including working in enclosed spaces

Condition Behavior Standard

On board ship or in a laboratory,

the candidate demonstrates procedures designed to safeguard personnel working in enclosed spaces.


The candidate demonstrates procedures to safeguard personnel and the ship, including:

  1. Assessment of risk;
  2. Entry authorization procedures;
  3. General precautions;
  4. Hazards isolated;
  5. Ventilation;
  6. Interior and exterior illumination;
  7. Communications;
  8. Rescue and resuscitation equipment;
  9. Proper dress and safety equipment; and
  10. Entry crew briefed;

    a. Atmosphere safe for men and work to be performed; and

    b. Potential hazards.

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 14-14 Task 5.3.C , MMA students must: