BML Revision: Health & Safety (Section 9)

Revision card 10 of 12 — Boatmaster's Licence, Tier 1 Level 1 Underpinning Knowledge, MSN 1853 Annex 9.

What You Need to Know

• Principles of health and safety practice, and the Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seamen on risk assessment
• Safety precautions, regulations and guidelines relating to:

• Working at height or outboard
• Planned maintenance systems for LSA (life-saving appliances) and FFA (fire-fighting appliances)
• Entry into and working in enclosed spaces
• Use of powered cleaning devices and hand/powered tools
• Operating lifting plant and slinging heavy equipment
• Use and storage of chemicals/hazardous materials
• Protective equipment and clothing
• Cargo access equipment
• Maintenance of batteries
• Noise and vibration exposure

Quick Self-Check

• What's required before entering an enclosed space?
• Name three items covered under LSA/FFA planned maintenance.

Test yourself: Safety Knowledge Checks.