How do they match: Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels

  • Prevent ships under navigational control from engaging in unsafe operations.
  • Maintain boats or equipment on board, such as engines, winches, navigational systems, fire extinguishers, or life preservers.
  • Observe loading or unloading of cargo or equipment to ensure that handling and storage are performed according to specifications.
  • Read gauges to verify sufficient levels of hydraulic fluid, air pressure, or oxygen.

  • Communicate with others to coordinate material handling or movement.
  • Direct material handling or moving activities.