Description
Prevent on board (electrical) hazards and effectively deal with them should they occur; ensure safe embarkation and disembarkation of the vessel.
Alternative labels
hazards on board
on board risks
dangers on board
on board threats to health and safety
on board dangers
health and safety hazards on board vessels
threats to health and safety on board
hazards to health and safety on board ships
health and safety hazards on board ships
risks on board
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
On board hazards is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Ship steward/ship stewardess: Ship stewards and ship stewardesses work on board the vessel to provide services to passengers such as serving meals, housekeeping, welcoming passengers and explaining safety procedures.
Automated cable vehicle controller: Automated cable vehicle controllers operate systems and control boards keeping under the control the operations of a varied array of modes of transport operated by cable. They can operate aerial cabins, telphers, funiculars, etc. They ensure continuous operations and intervene in the operations when unforeseen situations occur.
Matrose: Matroses are members of the deck department of an inland water transportship. They may work on the helm, on the deck, in the cargo hold and in the engine room. They may be called on to use emergency, lifesaving, damage control, and safety equipment. They perform all operations connected with the launching of lifesaving equipment and are expected to be able to operate deck machinery, mooring and anchoring equipment.
Decksman: Decksmen are unlicensed members of of the deck department of an inland vessel. This position is usually the first step on the way to become an able seaman and beyond. They perform a variety of duties concerned with the operation and upkeep of deck department areas, the engine, and other equipment, mooring and unmooring, as well as (to a certain extent) the steering of the ship.
Optional knowledge
On board hazards is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Steward/stewardess: Stewards/stewardesses perform food and beverage service activities on all land, sea and air travel services.
References
- On board hazards – ESCO
