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Validator Pilot Testing Final Approval

Student’s Name: Jade Sherman M. Maga Station:

Instructor’s Name: OIC-NW MARY JOY T. CABRIANA Date:

Oct.30,2021
This is intended for students who have taken
Student-equipment
Pre-requisite: and passed SEAM111_APLAN5
ratio: ___ (as per current
CMO requirements)
Scope: This intended for week 3 semifinal term
Course Seam 111 – Ship, Ship Routines and Ship Construction

Exercise Title Preparations for splicing an 8-Strand Rope with the use of marlinspike

Exercise code SEAM111_EPlan6A

25 minutes
Duration (briefing 5 minutes, preparation 5 minutes, execution 10 minutes, debriefing 5
minutes)

Controlling the operation of the Ship and Care for Persons on Board at the
Function OPERATIONAL LEVEL

Competence Contribute to the safe operation of deck equipment and machinery

Knowledge of the following procedures and ability to:
K. U. Ps. .3 use marlin spikes seamanship skills, including the proper use of knots, splices
and stoppers
At the end of the exercise, the student should be able to:
Exercise Outcome  Demonstrate ability on splicing an 8-Strand Rope with the use of
marlinspike

Exercise Area Approved Seamanship Laboratory

Marlin spike, 8-strand rope, masking tape or 3mm twine (diameter), bosun’s
Equipment Needed knife, pair of gloves, mallet or hammer.

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 The practical exercise shall be carried out and performed by four in an approved
mooring station. The student must demonstrate the required exercise outcome
according to performance standard within time prescribed.
Condition
To demonstrate the required outcome, the student must be able to perform the
criteria set out.
Scenario
Deck crew to make an eye splice of the 8-strand mooring rope using marlin spike
Description
Ship’s Particulars Cargo Ship laden

Initial Conditions At the anchorage area

1. Distribute student’s copy. Conduct briefing & preparation.

2. Check that all needed equipment are ready and safe to use.
3. Ensure that area is clear of any obstruction.
4. Ensure that ropes are dry and suitable for splicing.
5. Check student individually, no loose clothing and properly dressed up.
6. Ensure that proper working methods and procedures are strictly
observed.
Instructor’s Actions 7. Conduct briefing as per briefing guide check list.
8. Assign the student to his/her designated area.
9. Exercise will only be stopped when any of the following occurs:
- Exercise duration has expired
- Any untoward scenario that might endanger the safety of the students.
10. Conduct debriefing as per debriefing guide check list.

Briefing As per briefing checklist.

1. Student MUST WEAR personal protective gear (coverall, safety shoes and
gloves) before going to the site.
2. Once received, read carefully the scenario.
3. Check the condition of the equipment for any defects.
Student Tasks 4. Make sure that the area is dry and clear from any obstructions.
5. Decide the working length of the rope for eye splicing.
6. Use masking tape or twine to tie the ends.
7. Make sure no loose ends of the strands.
8. Always think “SAFETY FIRST”.
Not
Performance Standard Performance Criteria Done
Done
Measured length of rope from working
✓
end and taped/tied
Opened the way of rope by strand
✓
pairs
1. Preparing rope for splicing
Laid out the eye for splicing ✓

Taped S-lay pair along working end* ✓

De-briefing

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 Discussion of the outcome of the exercise. As per de-briefing checklist.

Condition to The student will re-do the exercise if the critical criteria marked (*) is not done. Student
proceed who performs correctly the exercise shall proceed to next exercise.

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Student’s Signature over Printed Name
Date: Oct.30,2021

OIC-NW MARY JOY T. CABRIANA

Instructor’s Signature over Printed Name
Date: Oct.30,2021

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