Condition

In an approved course, with equipment found on a survival crft.

Performance requirement

Behavior Standard
The student will: During assessment, the student shall, at a minimum:

Discuss or demonstrate the use of equipment available in the survival craft.

Include:

  1. initial actions on boarding to enhance chances of survival
  2. streaming drogues or sea-anchors
  3. survival craft equipment
  4. operation of location devices, including radio equipment and pyrotechnic distress signals.

Location

Assessed in LB‑0201 STCW Lifeboatman Qualifications.

References

STCW Knowledge, Understanding and Proficiency

  1. PS-X1.3
  2. SCRB-X3.2

NVIC Tasks

  1. NVIC 04-14 Task 3.2.A Use lifeboat equipment