NVIC 14-14 Task 5.8.A

Apply occupational health and safety precautions

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

On board ship or in a laboratory, when questioned by a Qualified Assessor,

the candidate describes the hazards of shipboard equipment and the reasons for guards and safety features.

The candidate’s description includes:

1. Hazards that exist;
2. Whether safety guards or devices be removed or not used;

3. Procedures to minimize the hazards, including;

   a. Portable tools;

   b. Hand tools;

   c. Machinery;

   d. Galley equipment;

   e. Low clearance areas;

   f. Cargo securing gear;

   g. Line handling;

   h. Unsecured material;

   i. High noise areas;

   j. High heat or cold areas (burn or freezing hazards); and

   k. Visibility hazards