NVIC 14-14 Task 4.9.A

Contribute to the safe operation of deck equipment and machinery

ABD-C1.2 Knowledge of the following procedures and ability to use marlin spike seamanship skills, including the proper use of knots, splices, and stoppers

On board ship or in a laboratory,

the candidate demonstrates marlinspike seamanship skills including the use of block and tackle.

The candidate:

1. Identifies various block and tackle rigs, rove to advantage, or not rove to advantage, and identifies their parts and their use; and
2. Demonstrates the proper methods of: a. Handling lines, wires, cables and chains; b. Securing and un-securing canvas; and c. Serving line.