Demonstrate the correct way of (a) whitting, (b) coiling, and (c) linging a rope using at least a 1-inch circumference rope. Describe the characteristics of three (3) different types of rope commonly used by seaferer.
Using at least a 1-inch circumference rope, make:
At least three (3) kinds of knots used by seaferer
Two (2) bends
Two (2) kinds of hitches
A short splice
Explain the practical uses in seamanship of each type or the knot, bend, hitch, and splice demonstrated
Demonstrate on sail cloth the use of palm and needle and in making:
A herring-bone stitch
Both flat and round seams
Demonstrate:
Making a line fast to a cleat, ring-bold and file
A simple whip
A single block tackle
Describe and explain the uses of:
A snatch block
A Becket
Do any four (4) of the following:
Compass
Box the compass to 32 points
Explain the quarter point and degree systems, compass deviations and compass variations
Know the importance of the North Star to seafarer
Weather and Navigation
Know about weather, tides, and coast and geodetic survey charts
Understand the buoyage system used in coastal harbors, rivers, and bays
Anchors and Lead lines
Describe at least two (2) types of anchors
Explain the uses and features of a lead line
Board Equipment
Know the required lights and equipment for:
A power-driven pleasure boat of class 2
A power-drive motorboat under 26 feet
Sailing vessels
Flag Etiquette
Understand how to properly fly the ensign, jack, and two other common flags on boats
Safety and Signals
Know the danger sector when two vessels are approaching
Understand passing signals for different situations
Learn two type of distress signals used at sea
Swimming and Lifesaving
Fully dressedm, jump into deep water, undress, and swim 100 meters with supervision
Demonstrate the proper use of a lifebelt and lifebuoy
