Ships’ deck crews and related workers

Definition

Ship’s deck crews and related workers carry out deck duties on board ships and similar duties on board other water-borne craft. Tasks performed usually include: standing look-out watches at sea and when entering or leaving harbour or other narrow waters; steering ships according to instructions; handling ropes and wires, and operating mooring equipment; maintaining and, in some cases, operating ships’ equipment, cargo gear, rigging and lifesaving and firefighting appliances; performing deck and hull cleaning, scraping, painting and other maintenance duties as required; breaking out, rigging and stowing cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging and running gear. Occupations in this minor group are classified into the following unit group: 8350 Ships’ Deck Crews and Related Workers