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STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS
International Transport Workers Federation
Bernardo Obando Rojas Seafarers International Research Centre (SIRC) Cardiff University
Published by: The International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) 49-60 Borough Road London SE1 1DR UK March 2002 2nd edition ISBN No 0-901969-74-5
The author gratefully acknowledges the contributions of Chris Young, Mark Dickinson, Jon Whitlow and Tony Lane for their patient help and comments, Peter Goode and Marylin Myerscough for proofreading the manuscript, Bill Ansell for contributing to the original design, and Helen Sampson and Erol Kahveci for generously lending most of the photos illustrating the Guide (other photos from the ITF archive). Very special thanks go to Celia Mather and Helena King for producing and designing the final version of this publication and to Marianne for all her support.
The 1995 amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 Convention have significantly changed the way seafarers are trained and certificated for service on modern seagoing ships. It is therefore vital that all seafarers understand how these amendments will affect their ability to maintain their professional qualifications, and that they have a means for identifying where they need additional training to acquire a 1995 STCW certificate or endorsement. This Guide, if read with care, can sufficiently introduce any seafarer to the essential scope and content of the Convention to allow him or her to appreciate the importance of the 1995 amendments and to follow up with knowledgeable questions where necessary. While there can be honest differences of opinion about specific interpretations contained in this Guide (depending on such factors as the national system in which the amendments are to be applied), I strongly endorse the effort to make information about STCW-95 more easily available to seafarers who are most directly affected by its contents.
Chris Young Chair Sub-Committee on Standards of Training and Watchkeeping International Maritime Organisation (IMO)
Contents page About this Guide Section 1: Introduction to STCW-95 The STCW Convention Layout of the Convention Deadlines to meet Glossary of terms 1 3 5 6 7 8 Section 2: Certification Requirements Part 1 STCW-95 Certificates Certificates Certification paths General requirements for officers General requirements for ratings Part 2 Certificates and general requirements by rank Master Chief mate Officer in charge of a navigational watch Ratings forming part of a navigational watch Radio operators Chief engineer Second engineer Officer in charge of an engineering watch Ratings forming part of an engineering watch Any other crew member Part 3 Other certificates For personnel on any type of ship For personnel on tankers For personnel on ro-ro passenger ships For personnel on passenger ships other than ro-ro Part 4 Training issues Education and training issues Simulator training under STCW-95 English language requirements GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) certificates Medical standards 11 13 13 18 20 22 27 27 29 31 34 35 36 38 40 42 43 45 45 47 48 49 51 51 52 52 53 54 .
918) on guidance for port State control inspectors in respect of certificates of competence issued under the provisions of the STCW Convention iii Annex C IMO Circular (STW 31/5/1) on follow-up actions to the 1995 conference extract listing certificates or documentary evidence required under the STCW Convention iv v Annex D Summary of requirements (table) .Section 3: On board requirements Certificates and documentary evidence to be carried on board Mandatory safety and ship-board familiarisation training On-board training and assessment Seagoing service Alcohol and drug consumption Control provisions Penalties Regulations affecting watch-keeping personnel duty 55 57 59 61 62 63 64 66 67 Section 4: Implications of STCW-95 for STCW-78 certificate holders Upgrading and revalidation Additional competence requirements under STCW-95 (by rank) Master and deck department Engine department Radio department 69 71 72 72 76 77 Section 5: Where to find more information on STCW-95 Annex A List of countries Party to STCW-78 as amended in 1995 79 i Annex B IMO Circular (MSC/Circ.
training records and sea-going service. You can read this Guide in any order you wish. on rest hour regulations and watch-keeping guidelines. Part 2 lists the certificates and general requirements demanded according to rank. Finally. This includes what documentation you must have with you at all times. 49-60 Borough Road.org. London SE1 1DS.itf. Copies are free of charge for seafarers and can be obtained through ITF maritime affiliates worldwide or by writing to the ITF Information Department. This section consists of four parts. and provides a brief glossary of terms. It also covers the regulations on alcohol and drug consumption. ship-specific familiarisation training. This Guide is produced by the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF). You can also download a free version from our website at www. English language and GMDSS certificates. you should contact the maritime Administration issuing your certificate(s) of competency and endorsement(s) for specific information on the national requirements and deadlines you must meet. including deadlines to meet. Section 4 tells you what you need to do to if you are a holder of an STCW-78 certificate and need to update your certificate to STCW-95. Section 2 outlines the certificates you need to hold before signing on a ship to ensure you comply with STCW-95. United Kingdom. Section 5 lists other sources of information you can consult should you want to know more about STCW-95. simulator requirements. Section 3 deals with the requirements you need to meet once you are on board. certification paths and general requirements for officers and ratings. Part 3 tells you what certificates you need. Part 1 tells you about STCW-95 certificates. This section includes tables that summarise by rank the additional competencies you need to demonstrate to upgrade your certificate.About this Guide This Guide is aimed at seafarers of all ranks and nationalities. control procedures and penalties. Its main purpose is to help you find out how STCW-95 will affect you and explain how you can benefit from it. Section 1 gives background information on the STCW-95 Convention. depending on your function on board and the type of vessel you are working on.uk STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . Part 4 gives guidance on training establishments. officers and ratings. Although we have tried to make this Guide as accurate as possible. There is also a section applying to watchkeeping personnel only.
Introduction to STCW-95 .
fishing vessels (there is a separate Convention covering personnel on fishing vessels). The STCW-95 Convention does not apply to seafarers serving on warships. During the late 1980s. Whereas the STCW-78 Convention focused almost entirely on knowledge. it was clear that STCW-78 was not achieving its aim of raising professional standards world-wide. training establishments and national maritime administrations. and the amended Convention is now referred to as STCW-95. The Convention was adopted by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) in 1978 and came into force in 1984. governs the award of certificates and controls watchkeeping arrangements. This number represents more than 98% of the worlds merchant fleet. At the end of this Guide you will find a list of all countries that are Parties to the Convention and the dates of acceptance. The Convention has already been accepted by 133 countries. pleasure yachts not engaged in trade and wooden ships of primitive build.SECTION ONE The STCW Convention The key to maintaining a safe shipping environment and keeping our oceans clean lies in all seafarers across the world observing high standards of competence and professionalism in the duties they perform on board. This was done in the early 1990s. sets those standards. and so IMO members decided to amend it. The International Convention on Standards of Training. Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978. The standards set by the Convention applies to seafarers of all ranks serving on sea-going merchant ships registered under the flag of a country Party to the Convention. The term seagoing merchant ships includes all commercial vessels engaged on domestic or international voyages. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . as amended in 1995 (STCW-95). but also to ship-owners. the emphasis of STCW-95 has been shifted to practical skills and competence underpinned by theoretical knowledge. naval auxiliaries or any other government owned or operated ship engaged in non-commercial service. including all major labour suppliers and shipping registries. Its provisions not only apply to seafarers.
It is a good idea to familiarise yourself with the Convention. Part B: Recommended guidelines (not mandatory) on training. After all. A copy of the STCW-95 Convention is normally kept on board all sea-going merchant ships. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . The STCW Code: specifies in more depth the technical details contained in the annex. 1. certification and watchkeeping.SECTION ONE Layout of the Convention The STCW-95 Convention is a book consisting of three sections. The regulations in the Annex should be read in conjunction with the relevant Section of the STCW Code (Part A). certification and watchkeeping. 2. Part A: Mandatory standards of training. 3. The Articles: outline the legal responsibilities a Party has to meet. the standards of competence that you are expected to meet are specified there. It contains Part A and Part B. The Annex: gives technical details on how the legal responsibilities referred to in the Articles should be met.
the IMO recommended in January 2002 that Flag States and Port Control authorities exercise flexibility as not all STCW-78 certificate holders have been able to revalidate to STCW-95 by the February deadline. requirements for basic safety training. However. and familiarisation instruction when joining a new ship apply. Note: In view of difficulties in meeting the February 2002 deadline.SECTION ONE Deadlines to meet The STCW-95 Convention came into force on 1 February 1997. From 1 February 1997 onwards. until 1 February 2002. Regulations covering personnel on board passenger ships other than ro-ro passengers comes into force in January 1999. there will be no further leeway after July 2002 for STCW-78 certificate holders. there is a five-year transitional period. until 1 February 2002 to allow for a phasedin implementation of the provisions. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . During this fiveyear transitional period. Therefore. special training for personnel on certain types of ships (tankers and ro-ro passengers). 1 August 1998 If you started your sea-going career (sea-going service or maritime education training) after 1 August 1998. the different regulations contained in the Convention will be phased in. Starting from 1 February 1997 and for a period of five years. Seafarers are advised to consult with the maritime administration issuing their certificate(s) as some may adopt shorter or nil periods of dispensation. In any case. a Party may continue to issue certificates of competency in accordance with its previous practices. all seafarers are required to meet STCW-95 standards. 1 February 2002 Implementation period ends. From February 2002 onwards all seafarers on active service must comply with all STCW-95 requirements and be in possession of a valid STCW-95 certificate covering the functions performed on board. it has been agreed that under exceptional circumstances provisions adopted by maritime administrations might enable seafarers to work aboard on the basis of STCW-78 certificates until 1 July 2002. Seafarers who began their seafaring career before 1 August 1998 have until February 2002 to comply with STCW-95 requirements. your training and certification must be in full compliance with STCW-95 requirements. The three important dates to remember are: 1 February 1997 The STCW-95 Convention comes into force for all countries Party to the Convention. After February 2002.
with regulating the training. An Administration deals. electronic and control engineering Radio Radio communication ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS Operational ü Support ü ü . Approved: This means that a national maritime Administration has approved a training programme or seagoing service because it meets the requirements of the STCW-95 Convention.SECTION ONE Glossary of terms You need to know the meaning of some basic terms that will be used in this Guide: Administration: The Government of the Party (country) whose flag a ship is entitled to fly. Function: This is a way of classifying shipboard tasks by functions and levels of responsibility. The levels of responsibility are: management level (applies to senior officers). among other things. FUNCTION LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY Management Deck Navigation Cargo handling and stowage Deck + Engine Engine Controlling the operation of a ship and care for persons on board Marine Engineering Maintenance and repair Electrical. The following table lists the different functions and levels of responsibility at which the functions can be carried out. operational level (applies to junior officers). and support level (applies to ratings forming part of a navigational or engine watch). There are seven functional areas at three different levels of responsibility. education and certification of seafarers in accordance with the requirements of the Convention.
and levels of responsibility is that certificates should be awarded on the basis of the specific duties the seafarer carries out on board rather than on ship departmental divisions (deck/engine). understanding and proficiency that seafarers must demonstrate to gain certification. The thinking behind dividing all duties on board into competencies. including not less than six months training and experience. refer to the STCW Code (Part A) in the STCW-95 Convention. For example. Seagoing service: Service on board a ship relevant to the issue of a certificate or other qualification. functions. one of the requirements to qualify as a rating forming part of a navigational watch is to have approved seagoing service. Standard of competence: This term refers to the minimum knowledge. For the complete tables and full details of standards of competence applying to the certificates you hold. The tables contained in Part A of the STCW Code specify the standards of competence to be achieved by the seafarer.SECTION ONE Party: A country where the STCW Convention has entered into force. Seagoing ship: A ship navigating in areas not close to inland or sheltered waters or where port regulations apply. A Party is under the obligation to implement the standards contained in the Convention. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .
Requirements 2 Certification .
endorsements. Every Party to the Convention has to ensure that certificates are only issued to those seafarers who meet STCW standards. officers.Part 1 STCW-95 Certificates Certificates The term certificates covers all official documents required under STCW-95. medical fitness and age all comply with STCW-95 standards. Certificates are important as they are the main paper evidence you have on hand to prove that your level of maritime education and training. who meet the standards of competence relevant to their particular functions and level of responsibility on board. radio operators and ratings forming part of a watch.000 gt None Less than 3. certificates of proficiency. It includes certificates of competence. SECTION TWO Certificate of competence: This document is issued to masters. special certificates and any documentary evidence showing that a requirement of the Convention has been met. CAPACITY Master AREA LIMITATION Near coastal None None None None Near coastal None None TONNAGE LIMITATION Less than 500 gt Less than 3.000 gt None Less than 500 gt None None Chief Mate Officer in charge of navigational watch (OOW) Rating forming part of a navigational watch STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . your professional competence. The table below indicates the title of the certificates under STCW-95 and the various limitations and tonnage thresholds that apply. your length of service at sea.
STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .000 kW 3. Endorsement of recognition: This document is issued by an Administration as an official recognition of the validity of a certificate issued by another Administration.000 kW or more 750 kW or more less than 3. either as part of the certificate or as a separate document. but you are serving on a ship registered in country y.000 kW 3.000 kW or more 750 kW to 3. This procedure is necessary as many merchant fleets are manned by seafarers certificated by other Administrations.000 kW or more 750 kW to 3. then you need to apply to the maritime Administration of country y for a certificate authorising you to serve on ships registered under its flag.000 kW 3.CAPACITY Radio operator CAPACITY Chief engineer AREA LIMITATION GMDSS (GOC or ROC) AREA LIMITATION None None Near coastal Near coastal PROPULSION POWER LIMITATION 750 kW to 3. all seafarers serving on foreign ships must obtain an endorsement. This attests (endorses) that the national certificate has been issued in accordance with all STCW requirements. if you hold a certificate from country x.000 kW None SECTION TWO Second engineer officer None None Near coastal Near coastal Officer in charge of an engineering watch (OOW) Rating forming part of an engineering watch None Near coastal None Endorsement: A document issued to masters and officers. From February 2002 onwards. In other words.000 kW 3.000 kW or more 750 kW to 3.
the employer (shipowner or manning agent) will normally take care of all the necessary paperwork and fees. An STCW endorsement of recognition can only be issued by an Administration provided that the certificate being recognised was issued in accordance with STCW requirements and the original certificate presented is genuine. there are a number of Administrations that are now requiring a letter of employment as part of the documentation necessary to process an application for an endorsement of recognition. If you are employed. This process may take time. chief mates. an Administration may inspect the training facilities and certification procedures of another Administration. In most cases you will have to pay a processing fee that will vary depending on the type of certificate being endorsed and the charges set by different Administrations. this is normally held at the consulate of the countrys Administration). You cannot apply for an endorsement on the basis of another endorsement. To verify that the certificate in question has been issued in accordance with all requirements of the Convention. The way to submit your documentation varies from Administration to Administration. While some will accept a postal application and copies of the documents. Masters. By producing this letter you are able to serve on board a ship registered under the Administration processing your application for a maximum period of three months. chief engineers or second engineers applying for an endorsement of recognition are also required to demonstrate knowledge of the maritime legislation of the flag State issuing the endorsement. you will need to submit the original of your national certificate of competence to the representative of the issuing Administration. To verify that the certificate is genuine. Its number and details may also be cross-checked with the issuing Administration. Most Administrations will also require proof of identity. others will insist that the seafarer appears in person with all the original documentation. so the Administration will issue a letter stating that your application is being processed. This will include a visual check to verify security features in the certificate. These face-to-face applications are processed before a representative of the Administration at a designated office (if overseas. the documents that you submit to a foreign Administration will be checked for authenticity. SECTION TWO STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . Even though it is not a requirement of the Convention.To obtain an endorsement of recognition.
make sure you have all the valid certificates you need to cover the functions you will be performing on board. they should reflect STCW-95 standards. This documentary evidence is proof of your competence and will be subject to inspection by the master. care of persons. then you will need to hold certificates covering all these aspects. medical fitness. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . It certifies that the holder meets STCW-95 standards of competence in specific functions related to safety. and the type of vessel you are serving on. SECTION TWO Documentary evidence: This is a document which is not necessarily issued or recognised by the Administration (and is not. Before you join a ship. responsibilities you are assigned on board. The certificates you are required to hold depend on your rank. all seafarers need to meet minimum standards of competence. ro-ro passenger ships and other passenger ships) and for those assigned with safety and pollution prevention duties. if you are watch-keeping officer working on board a chemical tanker. and approved sea-going service. therefore. It is important to keep these documents as they are one of the accepted ways of demonstrating that you have achieved proficiency in a given task (basic safety training.Certificates of proficiency and special certificates: These are documents issued to the seafarer to certify that he or she has met the required standard of competence in a specific duty. These certificates include certificates for personnel serving on certain types of ship (tankers. and your duties include being crew of a fast rescue boat. For example. Documents issued by the shipowner or master of the vessel to attest that the seafarer has participated in a safety drill or has completed some type of training (for example familiarisation training) are examples of documentary evidence. flag State and port State inspectors. called a certificate). but as a minimum. age. or cargo. The same applies to a rating serving on ro-ro passenger ships with designated safety duties or to a barman working on a passenger ship who is designated to assist passengers in emergencies. These standards are set by each national Administration. Under the STCW-95 Convention. for example).
Some of the training can be provided at sea.To obtain an STCW-95 certificate you first need to successfully complete a training programme approved by the issuing Administration or to complete a period of approved seagoing service. For most certificates you will need a combination of both. The requirements to upgrade a STCW-78 certificate to STCW-95 standards are outlined in Section 4 of this Guide. but for more specialised and longer courses you will need to attend a period of shore-based instruction. Certificates are issued once you are able to prove your competence in and knowledge of the tasks covered by your certificate and this to the standards required. SECTION TWO STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .
Most seafarers around the world have been awarded their certificates in this way. Under this method you will probably work in the same department (deck or engine) throughout your entire seafaring career. seafarers were also allowed to qualify for a certificate on the basis of sea-going service alone (ratings qualifying as watch-keeping officers. Nowadays shipboard organisation on most high-speed vessels is based on a functional (or alternative) approach. SECTION TWO 1. For example. say watch-keeping officer in charge of a navigational watch. A candidate for alternative certification will need to qualify in all these functions at a determined level of responsibility in one department (deck or engine) before being able to qualify for other functions (at the same level of responsibility) in a different department.Certification paths There are two different ways of gaining your STCW-95 certificates. a watch-keeping officer applying for an alternative certificate will have to qualify in all the functions of a watch-keeping officer. Whichever path you choose. Standards of competence. 2. The purpose of the alternative certification is to allow for shipboard organisation to be in line with modern technological developments and to open up a new career path for seafarers. The certificate awarded will specify the functions and the level of responsibility. for example). before he or she can qualify for additional functions at the same level in other departments. The difference lies in the number of functions you will be able to perform on board and this is reflected in the certificate awarded. This is no longer possible under STCW-95 provisions. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . as all seafarers are now required to complete approved sea-going service and to have completed an approved education and training programme before they are eligible for the next higher certificates of competence. the standards are identical. either in the deck or the engine department. age and medical fitness are the same as for the traditional method. The alternative method: This refers to STCW certificates issued to enable the holder to perform different functions that are not necessarily within the same department. The change introduced by STCW-95 in this path is that in order to qualify for a specific certificate. you will need to be competent in the specific functions stated for that level of responsibility. Under the STCW-78 Convention. The traditional method: STCW certificates awarded in the traditional way are classified according to which departments of the ship (deck or engine) you work in.
very few Parties have elected to issue certificates in this way.Under the Convention. SECTION TWO STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . or to undermine the integrity of the profession by assigning combined deck and engineroom watch-keeping duties to a single certificate holder during a watch. shipowners are not allowed to use alternative certification as a means of reducing the number of crew members on board and increasing everybody elses workload. To date. Alternative certification is still optional for all Parties to the Convention.
To know the exact requirements and standards of competence for each certificate you should consult chapters II (master and deck department).General requirements for officers If you are an officer. Officers serving on ships registered under a foreign flag: If you intend to serve on ships registered under the flag of a foreign country. Some Administrations may also require an endorsement of recognition for specialised training certificates. Administrations from other countries will only recognise training which has been completed at specific training establishments in your country of origin. SECTION TWO Revalidation requirements for officers: Certificates for masters. officers and radio operators must be endorsed by the issuing Administration and re-validated at intervals not exceeding five years. then you need an endorsement of recognition issued by the Administration of that country. ask the foreign Administration if it has any requirements in this respect. These chapters should be read in conjunction with the respective section of Part A of the STCW Code. Part 2 and part 3 of this section will give you guidance as to what certificates officers require. You should be in possession of a valid certificate of competence according to your rank and functions on board. medical care and survival functions) of the STCW-95 Convention. If in doubt. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . VI (emergency. This certificate should be endorsed (in the same certificate or in a separate document) by the issuing Administration. Certificates issued under STCW-78 standards should be upgraded to STCW-95 standards before February 2002 (see Section 4). occupational safety. seagoing service time. IV (radio personnel). You should also have all the ancillary certificates required such as radar or ARPA. Other certificates for specialised training are subject to refresher training (see part 2 in this Section). GMDSS. In some instances. and those referring to safety duties on board specific types of ships. V (training requirements for personnel on certain types of ships). you must meet minimum requirements in respect of standards of competence. medical fitness and age. III (engine department).
elementary first aid. for example. If you are not exempted.Going for the next higher certificate: If you eventually want to opt for the next higher certificate you will need to meet a number of requirements including approved training and education. or assessment by a qualified assessor). STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . but it is advisable that you do hold some form of documentary evidence to show that you have achieved competence in these functions within the previous 5 years (this may be in the form of record of drills or letters from a training centre). Officers' duties on joining any ship: All officers need to complete a period of ship-specific familiarisation training before being assigned any shipboard functions. You may be exempted from basic safety training if you have already completed this training under STCW-78. This requirement applies to practically all officers serving on merchant ships. need basic safety training. Basic safety training should be documented as having taken place within five years of the officers being assigned to safety and pollution prevention duties. There is no requirement for seafarers to hold an official certificate of basic training. but a record of the training should be kept in the ships official logbook. Such training must cover personal survival techniques. Cadets assigned with these duties also need to complete basic safety training before going to sea. There is no certificate awarded for this. contact the Administration issuing your national certificate of competence. minimum age. SECTION TWO Basic safety training for officers: Officers serving on any type of ship who are designated with safety and pollution prevention responsibilities in the operation of the ship. This requirement applies to any member of the crew including hotel staff holding officer rank in passenger ships. and personal and social responsibilities. approved seagoing service and medical fitness. you need to complete an approved training course or provide evidence that you have achieved the required standards of competence within the previous five years (by participating in drills and exercises. basic fire prevention and fire fighting. To find out if this is the case.
You can find the complete version of these in the STCW-95 Convention under section A-II/4 for deck personnel and A-III/4 for engine personnel. occupational safety. IV (radio personnel). VI (emergency. and seagoing service time (if designated with watch-keeping duties). Part 2 and part 3 of this section will give you guidance as to what certificates you require depending on the function you perform and the type of ship you are serving on. those who are not assigned with watch-keeping duties. If you are part of a navigational watch. If you served for a period of not less than one year as a rating forming part of a watch before the Convention came into force for the Administration issuing your certificate (see the list at the end of this Guide). minimum age (if designated with watch-keeping duties). and those undergoing training. medical care and survival functions) of the STCW-95 Convention. those forming part of a watch (deck or engine). then you are considered to meet the competence requirements and will be certified accordingly without needing to undergo any further training.General requirements for ratings Ratings fall under three general categories. competence (if designated with watch-keeping duties). On the other hand. V (training requirements for personnel on certain types of ships). These chapters should be read in conjunction with the respective section of Part A of the STCW Code. consult chapters II (master and deck department). If you want to know the exact standards of competence you should meet. you will need to hold a certificate known as rating forming part of an engineering watch certificate. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . As a rating you are required to meet minimum standards of medical fitness. SECTION TWO Ratings assigned with watch-keeping duties Ratings forming part of a watch (deck or engine) need to be specifically certified for this function. you need to hold a certificate known as rating forming part of a navigational watch certificate. III (engine department). All other certification requirements for ratings depend on the functions performed on board. Ratings who are not assigned with watch-keeping duties or those still undergoing training are not required to hold watch-keeping certificates. if you are part of an engineering watch. To obtain these certificates you need to show that you are competent in the functions set out in the following paragraphs.
3. have the ability to understand orders and to communicate with the officer of the watch in matters relevant to watch-keeping duties. SECTION TWO STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . use of internal communication and alarm systems. 4. change over from automatic pilot to hand steering device and vice-versa). You must be able to: 1. helm orders.Ratings forming part of a navigational watch You should meet the competence requirements stated below. Steer the ship and comply with helm orders issued in English (covers the use of magnetic and gyro compasses. the information required to maintain a safe watch and basic environmental protection procedures). avoidance of false distress alerts and action to be taken in the event of accidental activation). be familiar with the procedures for the relief. satellite EPIRBs and SARTS. Keep a proper look-out by sight and hearing (covers the responsibilities of a look-out including reporting the approximate bearing of a sound signal. 2. maintenance and hand-over of a watch. These do not apply to ratings on ships of below 500 gross tonnage. light or other object in degrees or points). Operate emergency equipment and apply emergency procedures (covers knowledge of emergency duties and alarm signals. knowledge of pyrotechnic distress signals. Some of these are new requirements which were not required under STCW-78. Contribute to monitoring and controlling a safe watch (covers shipboard terms and definitions.
Keeping a boiler watch and maintain the correct water level and steam pressure (covers safe operation of boilers). engine-room watch-keeping procedures. Carry out a watch routine appropriate to the duties of a rating forming part of an engine room watch and communicate effectively in matters related to watch-keeping duties (covers terms used in machinery spaces and the names of machinery and equipment. escape routes from machinery spaces. use of internal communications systems. 3. SECTION TWO STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . You need to be able to: 1. familiarity with the location and the use of fire fighting equipment in machinery areas). safe working practices in engine-room operations. engine room alarm systems and ability to distinguish between the various alarms with special reference to fireextinguishing gas alarms). They do not apply to ratings on ships of below 750kW in propulsion power. 2. basic environmental protection procedures. Operate emergency equipment and apply emergency procedures (covers knowledge of emergency duties. The requirements are the same as for STCW-78.Ratings forming part of an engineering watch If you are part of an engineering watch you should meet the competence requirements stated below.
you will need to complete approved seagoing service and complete an approved programme of training. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . Other certificates are subject to refresher training (see part 2 in this Section). In some cases. if in doubt. certificated watch-keeping ratings are not required to have an endorsement of recognition when serving on ships registered under the flag of another country. Ask your employer (shipowner or manning agent). particularly from rating to officer. ask the Administration for any requirements in this respect. There is no certificate awarded for this. SECTION TWO Going for the next higher certificate The progression through the ranks. an endorsement of recognition for a specialised certificate will only be issued if the training has been completed at a training centre approved by the Administration of the foreign country. or the respective Administration directly to find out whether you need to obtain an endorsement of recognition. However.Revalidation requirements for ratings Certificates for ratings forming part of a watch are not subject to revalidation. However. is possible under STCW-95. Ratings serving on ships registered under a foreign flag Under the Convention. the Administrations of some foreign countries require and issue endorsements for ratings forming part of a watch and other certificates relating to specific functions (tanker training. Under the old system it was possible to progress through the ranks based on seagoing service time only. Ratings' duties on joining any ship All ratings need to complete a period of ship-specific familiarisation training before being assigned any shipboard functions. Ratings in possession of STCW-78 documents do not need to upgrade them to STCW-95 standards. but a record should be kept of it in the ships official logbook. Again. including hotel staff in passenger ships. for example). This requirement applies to any member of the crew.
elementary first aid. but it is advisable that you possess some form of documentary evidence to show that you have attained competence in these functions within the previous 5 years (record of drills or letters from a training centre). basic fire prevention and fire-fighting. Basic safety training should be documented as having taken place within five years of a ratings being assigned to safety and pollution prevention duties. or assessment by a qualified assessor). If you are not exempt. This covers personal survival techniques. SECTION TWO STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . you need to complete an approved training course or provide evidence that you have attained the required standards of competence within the previous five years (by participating in drills and exercises. There is no requirement for seafarers to hold an official certificate of basic training. contact the Administration issuing your national certificate of competence.Basic safety training for ratings Ratings serving on any type of ship who are designated with safety and pollution prevention responsibilities in the operation of the ship need basic safety training. You may be exempted from basic safety training if you have already completed this training under STCW-78. for example. To find out if this is the case. This requirement applies to practically all ratings serving on merchant ships as well as to ratings undergoing training. and personal and social responsibilities.
Personal survival techniques .Part 2 Certificates and General Requirements by Rank Master NAME OF CERTIFICATE National certificate of competence and endorsement Flag State endorsement of recognition1 GMDSS2 + endorsement Basic safety training* .Personal safety and social responsibility Medical first aid* Survival craft and rescue boats* Advanced fire fighting* Medical fitness Basic safety familiarisation Ship specific familiarisation REVALIDATION Yes Yes Yes Achieved within previous 5 years REG.Elementary first aid . From 1 February 2002 mandatory for all deck officers and any other persons performing radio duties.Fire prevention and fire-fighting . only evidence of having achieved competence within previous five years. I/2. II/3 I/10 IV/2 VI/1 SECTION TWO No No No Yes On assignment ** On assignment** VI/4 VI/2 VI/3 I/9 VI/1 I/14 * Certificate not required. II/2. 1 Endorsement or documentary proof that it is being processed (validity 3 months). Endorsements required by all flag States from February 2002. In force from February 1997 for all seafarers in charge of radio duties on a GMDSS equipped ship. ** Training conducted on board ship before being assigned to shipboard duties. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS 2 .
STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . however. c) Education & Training: have completed a period of approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-II/3 of the STCW Code for masters on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage engaged in near-coastal voyages. this period may be reduced to not less than 24 months if not less than 12 months of such seagoing service has been served as chief mate.000 gross tonnage or more. t Masters on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage must: a) Age: be not less than 20 years of age. SECTION TWO t Masters on ships of 500 . Note: The same requirements apply for masters on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage not engaged on near-coastal voyages. however. this period may be reduced to not less than 24 months if not less than 12 months of such seagoing service has been served as chief mate.General requirements to obtain a certificate of competency as master t Masters on ships of 3.3.000 gross tonnage. b) Seagoing service: have approved seagoing service of not less than 12 months as officer in charge of a navigational watch.000 gross tonnage or more must: a) Previous certificate & seagoing service: meet requirements for certification as an officer in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more and have at least 36 months' approved seagoing service in that capacity. b) Education & Training: have completed a period of approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-II/2 of the STCW Code for masters on ships of 3. b) Education & Training: have completed a period of approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-II/2 of the STCW Code for masters on ships of between 500 and 3.000 gross tonnage must: a) Previous certificate & seagoing service: meet requirements for certification as an officer in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more and have at least 36 months' approved seagoing service in that capacity.
** Training conducted on board ship before being assigned to shipboard duties. II/2 I/10 IV/2 VI/1 SECTION TWO SECTION TWO No No No Yes On assignment** On assignment** VI/4 VI/2 VI/3 I/9 VI/1 I/14 * Certificate not required. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .Chief Mate NAME OF CERTIFICATE National certificate of competence and endorsement Flag State Endorsement of recognition1 GMDSS2 and endorsement Basic safety training* . only evidence of having achieved competence within previous 5 years. Endorsements required by all flag States from February 2002.Fire prevention and fire-fighting . 2 In force from 1 February 1997 for all seafarers in charge of radio duties on GMDSS equipped ship. I/2. From 1 February 2002 mandatory for all deck officers and any other person performing radio duties. 1 Endorsement or documentary proof that it is being processed (validity 3 months).Personal safety and social responsibility Medical First Aid* Survival craft and rescue boats* Advanced fire fighting* Medical fitness Basic safety familiarisation Ship specific familiarisation REVALIDATION Yes Yes Yes Achieved within previous 5 years REG.Elementary first aid .Personal survival techniques .
3.II/2 of the STCW Code for masters and chief mates on ships of between 500 and 3. b) Education & Training: have completed approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-II/2 of the STCW Code for masters and chief mates on ships of 3. SECTION TWO t Chief mates on ships of 500 .000 gross tonnage or more. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .000 gross tonnage.000 gross tonnage or more must: a) Previous certificate & seagoing service: meet requirements for certification as an officer in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more and have at least 12 months' approved seagoing service in that capacity.000 gross tonnage must: a) Education & Training: have completed a period of approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A.General requirements to obtain a certificate of competency as chief mate t Chief mates on ships of 3.
I/2. Endorsements required by all flag States from February 2002. ** Training conducted on board ship before being assigned to shipboard duties. II/3 I/10 IV/2 VI/1 SECTION TWO No No No Yes On assignment ** On assignment** VI/4 VI/2 VI/3 I/9 VI/1 I/14 * Certificate not required only evidence of having achieved competence within previous 5 years.Fire prevention and fire-fighting . 2 STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .Officer in charge of a navigational watch NAME OF CERTIFICATE National certificate of competence and endorsement Flag State endorsement of recognition1 GMDSS2 and endorsement Basic safety training* . 1 Endorsement or documentary proof that it is being processed (validity 3 months).Personal safety and social responsibility Medical first aid* Survival craft and rescue boats* Advanced fire fighting* Medical fitness Basic safety familiarisation Ship specific familiarisation REVALIDATION Yes Yes Yes Achieved within previous 5 years REG. In force from 1 February 1997 for all seafarers in charge of radio duties on a GMDSS equipped ship.Elementary first aid . II/1.Personal survival techniques . From 1 February 2002 mandatory for all deck officers and any other person performing radio duties.
b) Seagoing service: have approved seagoing service of not less than one year as part of an approved training programme. This training must meet the requirements of section A-II/1 of the STCW Code and be documented in an approved training record book. for performing designated radio duties in accordance with the Radio Regulations. e) Education and Training: have completed a period of approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-II/1 of the STCW Code. the seafarer must have approved seagoing service of not less than three years. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . during the required seagoing service. Otherwise. bridge watch-keeping duties under the supervision of the master or a qualified officer for a period of not less than six months.General requirements to obtain a certificate of competency as officer in charge of a navigational watch t Officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more must: a) Age: be not less than 18 years of age. including onboard training. c) Bridge watch-keeping duties: have performed. as appropriate. SECTION TWO d) Radio duties: meet the applicable requirements of the regulations in chapter IV (GMDSS).
as appropriate.t Officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage must: Ships not engaged on near-coastal voyages: a) Certificate: hold an appropriate certificate for ships of 500 gross tonnage or more Ships engaged on near coastal voyages: a) Age: be not less than 18 years of age b) Seagoing service: have completed special training. c) Radio duties: meet the applicable requirements of the regulations in chapter IV (GMDSS). STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . for performing designated radio duties in accordance with the Radio Regulations. including an appropriate period of seagoing service as required by the Administration. or approved seagoing service in the deck department of not less than three years. SECTION TWO d) Education & Training: have completed a period of approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-II/3 of the STCW Code for officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage engaged in near-coastal voyages.
Fire prevention and fire-fighting . including an approved period of seagoing service which shall not be less than two months. either presea or onboard ship. including not less than six months' training and experience. I/2. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .Personal survival techniques . II/4 VI/1 SECTION TWO On assignment ** On assignment** VI/1 I/14 * Certificate not required. and d) Competence: meet the standard of competence specified in section A-II/4 of the STCW Code. t The rating must: a) Age: be not less than 16 years of age.Ratings forming part of a navigational watch NAME OF CERTIFICATE National certificate of competence Basic safety training* . General requirements to obtain a certificate of competency as a rating forming part of a navigational watch Applies only for service on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more.Personal safety and social responsibility Basic safety familiarisation Ship specific familiarisation REVALIDATION No Achieved within previous 5 years REG. b) Seagoing Service: have completed approved seagoing service. or c) Education & training: have received special training. only evidence of having achieved competence within previous five years.Elementary first aid . ** Training conducted on board ship before being assigned to shipboard duties.
NAME OF CERTIFICATE REVALIDATION REG. I/2 IV/2
For radio personnel on board GMDSS ships: Yes - General Operator's Certificate (GOC) and endorsement or - Restricted Operator's Certificate (ROC) and endorsement The type of certificate required depends on whether you are serving on a ship trading in a GMDSS zone A1 (coastal) or GMDSS A2 and A3 (deep-sea) For radio personnel on ships not required to Yes comply with GMDSS:- National certificate of competence (ITU Radio Regulations) and endorsement Flag State endorsement of recognition1 Basic safety training* - Personal survival techniques - Fire prevention and fire-fighting - Elementary first aid - Personal safety and social responsibility Basic safety familiarisation Ship specific familiarisation Yes Achieved within previous 5 years
I/10 VI/1
On assignment ** On assignment**
VI/1 I/14
* Certificate not required, only evidence of having achieved competence within previous 5
** Training conducted on board ship before being assigned to shipboard duties.
Endorsement or documentary proof that it is being processed (valid 3 months).
Endorsements required by all flag States from 1 February 2002.
General requirements to obtain a certificate of competency as a GMDSS operator
a) Age: be not less than 18 years of age. b) Education & Training: have completed a period of approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-IV/2 of the STCW Code.
NAME OF CERTIFICATE National certificate of competence and endorsement Flag State endorsement of recognition1 Basic safety training* - Personal survival techniques - Fire prevention and fire-fighting - Elementary first aid - Personal safety and social responsibility Medical first aid* Survival craft and rescue boats* Advanced fire fighting* Medical fitness Basic safety familiarisation Ship specific familiarisation REVALIDATION Yes Yes Achieved within previous 5 years REG. I/2, III/2, III/3 I/10 VI/1
No No No Yes On assignment ** On assignment**
VI/4 VI/2 VI/3 I/9 VI/1 I/14
* Certificate not required, only evidence of having achieved competence within previous
Endorsement or documentary proof that it is being processed (validity 3 months). Endorsements required by all flag States from 1 February 2002.
General requirements to obtain a certificate of competency as a chief engineer
t Chief engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more must:
a) Previous certificate & seagoing service: meet the requirements for certification as an officer in charge of an engineering watch and have not less than 36 months' approved seagoing service, of which not less than 12 months shall have been served as an engineer officer in a position of responsibility while qualified to serve as second engineer officer. b) Education & Training: have completed approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-III/2 of the STCW Code.
t Chief engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW - 3,000 kW propulsion power must:
a) Previous certificate & seagoing service: meet the requirements for certification as an officer in charge of an engineering watch and have not less than 24 months' approved seagoing service, of which not less than 12 months shall have been served while qualified to serve as second engineer officer. b) Education & Training: have completed approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-III/3 of the STCW Code.
* Certificate not required only evidence of having achieved competence within previous 5 years. ** Training conducted on board ship before being assigned to shipboard duties.
STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .000 kW propulsion power provided not less than 12 months' approved seagoing service shall have been served as an engineer officer in a position of responsibility and the certificate is so endorsed. may serve as chief engineer officer on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of less than 3.General requirements to obtain a certificate as a second engineer t Second engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3. b) Education & Training: have completed approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-III/3 of the STCW Code.000 kW propulsion power must: a) Previous certificate & seagoing service: meet the requirements for certification as an officer in charge of an engineering watch and have not less than 12 months' approved seagoing service as assistant engineer officer or engineer officer. SECTION TWO t Second engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW .000 kW propulsion power or more must: a) Previous certificate & seagoing service: meet the requirements for certification as an officer in charge of an engineering watch and have not less than 12 months' approved seagoing service as assistant engineer officer or engineer officer.3. Note: Second engineer officers qualified for service on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3. b) Education & Training: have completed approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-III/2 of the STCW Code.000 kW propulsion power or more.
Personal survival techniques . only evidence of having achieved competence in previous 5 years.Elementary first aid .Officer in charge of an engineering watch NAME OF CERTIFICATE National certificate of competence and endorsement REVALIDATION Yes Yes Achieved within previous 5 years REG.Personal safety and social responsibility Medical first aid* Survival craft and rescue boats* Advanced fire fighting* Medical fitness Basic safety familiarisation Ship specific familiarisation No No No Yes On assignment ** On assignment** VI/4 VI/2 VI/3 I/9 VI/1 I/14 * Certificate not required. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . Endorsement or documentary proof that it is being processed (validity 3 months). Endorsements required by all flag States from 1 February 2002. III/1 I/10 VI/1 SECTION TWO 1 Flag State endorsement of recognition1 Basic safety training* .Fire prevention and fire-fighting . I/2. ** Training conducted on board ship before being assigned to shipboard duties.
SECTION TWO STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . This must be documented in an approved training record book and meet the standards of competence specified in section A-III/1 of the STCW Code. c) Education & Training: have completed approved education and training of at least 30 months which includes onboard training. b) Seagoing service: have completed not less than six months' seagoing service in the engine department in accordance with section A-III/1 of the STCW Code.General requirements to obtain a certificate of competency as an officer in charge of an engineering watch t Officers in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engineroom or designated duty engineers in a periodically unmanned engine-room (750 kW propulsion power or more) must: a) Age: be not less than 18 years of age.
including an approved period of seagoing service which shall not be less than two months. t The rating must: a) Age: be not less than 16 years of age. VI/1 SECTION TWO On assignment ** On assignment** VI/1 I/14 * Certificate not required. General requirements to obtain a certificate of competency as a rating forming part of a watch in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine room Applies only for service on ships of 750 kW propulsion power or more.Personal safety and social responsibility Basic safety familiarisation Ship specific familiarisation REVALIDATION No Achieved within previous 5 years REG. and d) meet the standard of competence specified in section A-II/4 of the STCW Code. only evidence of having achieved competence in previous years. either pre-sea or onboard ship.Fire prevention and fire-fighting . I/2. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .Ratings forming part of an engineering watch NAME OF CERTIFICATE National certificate of competence Basic safety training* .Elementary first aid . ** Training conducted on board ship before being assigned to shipboard duties. or c) Education & Training: special training.Personal survival techniques . b) Seagoing service: have completed approved seagoing service including not less than six months' training and experience. II/4.
STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .Any other crew member (including ratings not forming part of a navigational watch and hotel staff on passenger vessels) NAME OF CERTIFICATE Basic safety familiarisation Ship specific familiarisation REVALIDATION On assignment ** On assignment** REG. VI/1 I/14 SECTION TWO ** Training conducted on board ship before being assigned to shipboard duties.
Personal safety and social responsibility * Certificate not required.Elementary first aid . VI/2 STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .Personal survival techniques . VI/1 SECTION TWO NAME OF CERTIFICATE Basic safety training* . only evidence of having achieved competence in previous five years before being assigned to safety or pollution prevention duties 2. VI/2 3. If in charge of survival craft or rescue boats (other than fast rescue boats): NAME OF CERTIFICATE Survival craft certificate of proficiency REVALIDATION No REG.Fire prevention and fire-fighting . If designated with safety or pollution prevention duties in the operation of the ships: REVALIDATION Achieved within previous 5 years REG. If designated as crew of a fast rescue boat: NAME OF CERTIFICATE Fast rescue boat certificate REVALIDATION No REG.PART 3 other certificates according to function performed on board and type of vessel For personnel on any type of ship 1.
VI/4 SECTION TWO 6. VI/3 5. If designated to control fire-fighting operations: NAME OF CERTIFICATE Advanced fire-fighting REVALIDATION Achieved within previous 5 years REG. VI/4 STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .4. If designated to provide medical care: NAME OF CERTIFICATE Medical care REVALIDATION No REG. If designated to provide first aid: NAME OF CERTIFICATE Medical first aid REVALIDATION No REG.
chemical and liquefied gas tankers): NAME OF CERTIFICATE Oil tanker specialised training Chemical tanker specialised training Liquefied gas tanker specialised training REVALIDATION Yes Yes Yes REG. chief mates. V/1 NAME OF CERTIFICATE Tanker familiarisation course or three months approved seagoing service on tankers Shore-based fire-fighting course SECTION TWO No V/1 2. chief engineer officers. For officers and ratings assigned specific duties and responsibilities relating to cargo or cargo equipment (applies to oil. V/1 V/1 V/1 STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . discharging and care in transit for handling of cargo (applies to oil. chemical and liquefied gas tankers): REVALIDATION No REG. For masters. second engineer officers and any person with immediate responsibility for loading.For personnel working on a tanker 1.
chief mates. officers and other personnel designated on muster lists to assist passengers in emergency situations: REVALIDATION Yes (refresher) REG. or closing hull openings: NAME OF CERTIFICATE Ro-ro passenger ship passenger safety. For masters. chief engineer officers. loading. For master. second engineer officers and any person assigned immediate responsibility for embarking and disembarking passengers. chief mates. second engineer officers and any person having responsibility for safety of passengers in emergency situations on board ro-ro passenger ships: NAME OF CERTIFICATE Ro-ro passenger ships crisis management training REVALIDATION Yes REG. discharging or securing cargo. officers and other personnel assigned specific safety duties and responsibilities: NAME OF CERTIFICATE REVALIDATION REG. For master. For masters. For personnel providing direct service to passengers in passenger spaces on board ro-ro passenger ships: NAME OF CERTIFICATE Ro-ro passenger ship safety training REVALIDATION No REG. V/2 5. V/2 STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . cargo safety and hull integrity training REVALIDATION Yes REG. V/2 NAME OF CERTIFICATE SECTION TWO Ro-ro passenger ship crowd management training 2. V/2 Ro-ro passenger ship familiarisation training No 3.For personnel working on a ro-ro passenger ship engaged in international voyages 1. V/2 4. chief engineer officers.
V/2 3. chief mates. V/2 4. For masters. For masters. officers and other personnel designated on muster lists to assist passengers in emergency situations: REVALIDATION Yes (refresher) REG. officers and other personnel assigned specific safety duties and responsibilities: NAME OF CERTIFICATE Passenger ship familiarisation training REVALIDATION No REG. V/2 SECTION TWO NAME OF CERTIFICATE Passenger ship crowd management training 2. For masters. loading.For personnel working on a passenger ship (other than a ro-ro passenger ship) engaged in international voyages 1. For personnel providing direct service to passengers in passenger spaces on board passenger ships: NAME OF CERTIFICATE Passenger ship safety training REVALIDATION No REG. chief mates. discharging or securing cargo. V/2 5. V/2 . chief engineer officers. second engineer officers and any person having responsibility for the safety of passengers in emergency situations on board passenger ships: NAME OF CERTIFICATE Passenger ship crisis management training STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS REVALIDATION Yes REG. For masters. or closing hull openings: NAME OF CERTIFICATE Passenger ship passenger safety training REVALIDATION Yes REG. chief engineer officers. second engineer officers and any person assigned immediate responsibility for embarking and disembarking passengers.
SECTION TWO STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .
where applicable. to issue STCW-95 certificates for short courses. All instructors. and what standard of ability the student performing that competence needs to demonstrate. an instructor teaching fire-fighting techniques should be qualified and have practical experience in teaching fire-fighting principles and techniques. You are entitled to ask the training institution for all this information. They also need to know about teaching techniques.PART 4 training issues Education and training centres All training programmes and assessments provided in connection with an STCW-95 certificate need to comply with STCW-95 standards and must be approved by the respective Administration. find out first if the programmes offered comply with STCW-95 standards and. the criteria by which competence is assessed. more importantly. For example. In case you intend to use these certificates for service under foreign flags. if a training centre is not properly authorised to run the course(s) offered. SECTION TWO STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . These regulations apply to training given both on board and ashore. The competence tables contained in the STCW Code (Part A) provide information on what should be included in the teaching programme. Each education and training institution needs to have its academic and training programme approved by the Administration issuing the certificate. It is common for educational and training institutions to issue their own certificates for the courses they run. supervisors and assessors need to be qualified and experienced in the particular types and levels of training and assessment they give. if the training centre has been authorised by the respective Administration to provide the courses and services offered and. Remember. you should also check if the Administrations in the countries concerned recognise the certificates issued by the training institution where you attended any courses. you could end up with certificates which will not be accepted as proof of competence. or to issue STCW certificates on behalf of the Administration. Before enrolling on any course.
but will also make life on board easier and more pleasant. all officers in charge of a watch (navigational or engineering) must have a good command of spoken and written English.) This category of optional simulator training and assessment covers navigation and ship handling. Ratings forming part of a navigational watch are required to be able to comply with helm orders issued in English.Simulator training under STCW-95 The only mandatory simulator training under STCW-95 is that relating to the use of radar and ARPA. and even an orange. the importance of sharing a common language cannot be underestimated. other tasks can be taught and assessed using more basic simulators. propulsion and auxiliary machinery. In these two specific cases. In these days of multi-national and multi-lingual crews. GMDSS communication. (The use of other methods such as in-service experience or training ship experience are equally acceptable. cargo handling. can be considered as a simulator. In all other instances. Although certain simulators. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . SECTION TWO English language requirements Under the STCW Convention. This does not imply that all simulators need to be highly expensive and complex electronic artefacts. approved simulator training and assessment is not mandatory. For example. when used for teaching injection techniques in first aid training. since this is a requirement at the previous level of responsibility. It will not only improve safety and operational efficiency. Crew members assisting passengers during emergency situations should be able to communicate safety-related issues in English or in the language spoken by the passengers and other personnel on board. ship models are widely used for providing training in ship stability and for assessment purposes. Simulators need to comply with prescribed standards. Instructors and assessors engaged in simulator-based training need to be properly qualified in the use of such equipment. simulators are the only accepted methods of demonstrating competence. being just one of the methods accepted by the Convention for training and demonstrating competence. do fall under this category. Senior officers with functions at a managerial level must also speak and write English. such as radar or ARPA.
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) certificates If you are in charge of distress and safety communications on a ship required to comply with GMDSS. and any other person assigned to radiocommunication duties. If you are in charge of radio communications on a ship not required to participate in GMDSS. from 1 February 2002 all seafarers performing navigation duties at operational and management levels (master and officers). however. you should consult the Party issuing your certificate  and your employer  as to whether you require to go for a GMDSS certificate before 1st February 2002. GMDSS has been mandatory for all ocean-going passenger ships (carrying more than 12 passengers) and cargo ships of 300 gross tonnage and upwards on international voyages. while others require only one or two persons on board to have this qualification. then you are not required to hold GMDSS certification. Some Parties require all officers on board GMDSS ships to hold a GMDSS certificate. for personnel on board ships operating only in sea areas within VHF coverage (coastal areas). in different ways. This requirement has been interpreted. The Restricted Operators Certificate (ROC). There are two types of GMDSS certificates: 1 The General Operators Certificate (GOC). need to hold a GMDSS certificate. Whichever interpretation applies. The answer is probably yes. Most ship owners and Parties are already enforcing this requirement for all masters and deck officers on GMDSS ships. for personnel assigned to radio-communication duties on deep-sea ships operating beyond VHF coast station coverage. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . If you hold a STCW-78 masters or deck-officers certificate. SECTION TWO 2 The type of certificate you need (and the communications equipment needed on board) depends on the GMDSS sea area (or areas) in which the ship you are serving on operates. then you need to hold a GMDSS certificate. Since 1st February 1999.
you will be issued with a medical certificate.Medical standards A seafarer needs to be reasonably fit and in good health. Although the Convention does not stipulate mandatory minimum standards of medical fitness for seafarers. SECTION TWO STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . particularly with regards to eyesight and hearing for watch-keeping personnel. This certificate is subject to revalidation at least every 5 years. If you meet the medical standards. contact the Administration that issued your certificate. most Administrations already enforce strict standards. If you want to know more about the medical standards that apply to you. the examination procedures and revalidation requirements.
Requirements 3 On Board .
from a coaster to a very large tanker. officers. National certificate of competence and endorsement (The endorsement may be part of the certificate or may be issued as a separate document). STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . it is your duty. Certificates and documentary evidence covering specific safety or pollution prevention duties and service on board certain types of ship. SECTION THREE 2. Certificates and documentary evidence to be carried on board The certificates and any other documentary evidence you hold are official proof of your competency. Refer to the previous section to see what certificates you need to hold. the master and inspectors from port and flag state authorities will check your documentation. Once on board. to check that you hold the correct certificates. The last two parts of this section (hours of work and watch-keeping regulations) only apply to officers and ratings forming part of a watch (deck or engine). or that these have expired. According to STCW-95 you should carry on board the originals of all certificates and endorsements. You need to have the following documents on you at all times: 1. The requirements outlined in this section came into force on 1 February 1997 and apply to the master. In many cases this is a cause for your employer to terminate your contract. Before joining a ship. Endorsements of recognition. chief engineer. you will probably be discharged until you complete the training required and/or the certificates required have been revalidated. 3. Refer to the previous section to see what certificates you need to hold. ratings and any other crew member on board ships of any tonnage. and that of your employer. Photocopies are not acceptable. If during the course of these inspections they find that you do not hold the appropriate certificates. This is a requirement from 1 February 2002.This section will tell you how to comply with STCW-95 once you are on board.
t STCW-95 endorsements are only issued for STCW-95 certificates. but this is being processed by the respective flag administration. During this period you will be able to serve without an endorsement provided you have documentary evidence (a letter from the flag administration or consulate) stating that you have applied for an endorsement of recognition. t If you have already applied for an endorsement. t You cannot apply for an endorsement of recognition from one Party on the basis of an endorsement issued by another Party.When applying for an endorsement of recognition. t No endorsement of recognition will be granted if the original national certificate is not valid or has expired. 4. Endorsements can only be issued on the basis of the original certificate. chief engineers and second engineers are required to have adequate knowledge of the maritime legislation of the recognising Party. t Masters. This requirement may be assessed by written examination. Medical certificate (including vaccination records) Note: Remember to check the expiry date on all of the above certificates and documents as expired certificates are not valid for service on board . remember the following: t You need to hold separate endorsements for each flag State. you have a period of grace of up to 3 months from the date you join the ship. You cannot obtain a STCW-95 endorsement on the basis of a STCW-78 certificate. chief mates. SECTION THREE STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .
you should receive either approved training in personal survival techniques or sufficient information to be able to: a) communicate with other persons on board on safety issues b) understand safety information symbols. SECTION THREE Note: Basic familiarisation training is different from basic safety training. Basic safety familiarisation gives information and instruction about what to do in the case of an emergency. and shipspecific watch-keeping. fire or smoke detected. environmental protection and emergency procedures and arrangements you need to know to perform any assigned duties properly. weather-tight and watertight doors fitted in the particular ship other than those for hull openings. For information on basic safety training refer to the general requirements for officers or ratings shown in Section 2. 2.Mandatory safety and ship-board familiarisation training Every time you join a new ship you need to undergo the basic safety familiarisation and ship-specific familiarisation training. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . Before being assigned to shipboard duties. Ship-specific familiarisation gives you the opportunity to become acquainted with the specific equipment you will be using. and abandon ship alarms d) identify muster and embarkation stations e) identify escape f ) locate and don life jackets g) use fire extinguishers h) take immediate action upon encountering an accident or other medical emergency i) operate fire. safety. This training should be completed at the earliest possible opportunity after joining the ship. signs and alarm signals c) know the procedures for man overboard. 1.
Allow your curiosity free reign and consult manuals. try to introduce discussions with your colleagues. SECTION THREE STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . If you are still not satisfied with the answer. raise the issue with the next person in the hierarchical chain or with the master. You will be surprised how much you can learn from them. normally an officer. If your immediate superior is unable to give you a satisfactory answer. safe working practices or emergency procedures. You should also keep a record of it yourself and keep it together with your documents.Both types of familiarisation instruction are to be given by a responsible person on board the ship. In addition to the familiarisation instruction. Also. No certificates are given for completing the familiarisation instruction. posters. They can take place at the same time. but the master or responsible officer should make a signed entry in the ships logbook stating when the safety familiarisation training and shipspecific familiarisation was provided. and must be delivered in a language that you are able to understand. it is very important that you take every opportunity to familiarise yourself with the equipment used to perform your functions. Dont be afraid to ask questions if you have any doubts about your duties. raise the issue with the person in charge of fleet management in the shipping companys office. as well as all safety and emergency procedures. According to the International Safety Management Code (ISM) there should always be a person in the shipping companys head office designated to deal with safety queries (including STCW). films and any other audio-visual materials available on board.
must be recorded in a training record book. However. For some specific skills this is best done at approved training establishments in purpose built installations ashore (fire-fighting courses. Any training that is carried out on-board. The training supervisor will inspect the progress made by the student and sign the book accordingly. SECTION THREE STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . All trainee officers must document their on-board training in a training record book. This book is approved by the Administration issuing the certificate and lists the specific tasks that should be completed by the student while he/she is at sea to demonstrate that competency has been achieved. This is the best way of passing on knowledge to new generations of seafarers. This will normally be a designated officer. Therefore an important part of any STCW training programme is to put into practice what you have learned from books or with an instructor in a classroom. this is submitted to examiners from the Administration or from training establishments. Remember that training and assessment. They will inspect it as part of the evidence to demonstrate that the candidate has achieved the standard of competence in order to qualify for an STCW-95 certificate. for example). should always be conducted by instructors and assessors qualified in the tasks that are being taught. both on board and ashore. On completion of all the tasks contained in the record book. The tasks assigned in this book should be completed by the candidate under the supervision of a training supervisor on board. as part of an approved training programme. This is why it is extremely important that experienced seafarers take every opportunity to train less experienced seafarers. Training record books should also be checked regularly by the master. The training programme must be approved by the maritime Administration issuing the certificate.On-board training and assessment The STCW-95 Convention lays great emphasis on practical competence. to gain certain other competencies the best way is to practice them at sea under the supervision of a person with appropriate training and experience.
you need to provide satisfactory proof that you have completed the required seagoing service for the certificate you are applying for. rating forming part of a navigational watch. If you are applying for any of the following certificates you will need to meet minimum seagoing service requirements (for details see Section 2. you will need to have approved seagoing service in the deck department. these should be adequate to the certificate being issued. if you want to apply for a certificate. officer in charge of an engineering watch. officer in charge of a navigational watch. rating forming part of an engineering watch. When signing off the ship. For example. it might be worth making note of these and keeping them in a separate record in case you are required to provide them later on to the Administration. For example. rating forming part of a watch in a manned engine room. officer or rating assigned with specific duties related to cargo equipment on tankers. Although there are no specific requirements stating the size or propulsion power of the ships in which you are obtaining your seagoing service time. SECTION THREE STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . If it does not include particulars of the ship (tonnage. the seagoing service time is written in your discharge book and this will be stamped and signed by the master of the ship. call sign). chief engineer. The exact requirements are given in Section 2. (Reg II/3). Part 2): master. second engineer.Seagoing service Many STCW-95 certificates require seafarers to have had sufficient time of service on board relevant to the issue of a certificate. one of the requirements to obtain a certificate as an officer in charge of a navigational watch on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage is to have approved seagoing service in the deck department of not less than three years. chief mate. In other words. It will include dates and port of joining and leaving ship. if you intend to apply for a certificate as an officer in charge of a navigational watch. propulsion power. You should contact the maritime Administration from which you intend to obtain the certificate to check if there are any minimum limitations in size or tonnage to obtain approved seagoing service. You can gain approved seagoing service on any type of ship as long as your duties on board are relevant to the certificate you are applying for. flag.
Many companies now enforce a no-alcohol policy on board their ships and it is not unknown for companies and port State inspectors to carry out random alcohol tests on crew members. and the almost certain termination of their contract. Some Parties have already adopted policies to enforce maximum blood-alcohol levels. The Convention guideline is that watch-keepers should not consume any alcohol within four hours of going on watch. The adverse effects on personal health and general safety on board are also compelling reasons for avoiding alcohol and drug abuse. SECTION THREE STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .Alcohol and drug consumption Consumption of alcohol or illegal drugs can severely impair any seafarers fitness for duty. including imprisonment. A seafarer can expect little sympathy from their employer or the authorities if caught in possession of. similar to those applying to road drivers. illegal substances. or using. The consumption of alcohol on board ship is being progressively phased out through strict regulations and screening. In most countries. consumption of drugs is strictly forbidden and anyone convicted of this offence could face severe penalties.
by checking that watch-keeping procedures are being observed. By far the best enforcers are seafarers. by verifying that the number of crew is in accordance with the Safe Manning Document. the Parties (acting as flag States and port States). So a number of control measures have been introduced to give it some teeth. and maintaining high standards of competence is an effective way of preventing accidents and providing a safe working environment for all. he or she will check these aspects in the following ways. A flag State will exercise control by regulating the certification process. you will be under the jurisdiction of a port State whenever your ship is in port. For this the inspector may ask the crew about emergency or safety procedures. and that seafarers are competent in their watch-keeping. Fourth. For example. When a port State Inspector comes on board.Control provisions The effectiveness of STCW-95 will depend on whether the standards laid down in the Convention can be enforced and maintained. a deck STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS SECTION THREE . and shipping companies. First. that manning level requirements are complied with. Any accident occurring on board affects seafarers in one way or another. After all there is a lot to gain if proper standards are maintained. acting as flag or port States. the inspector is entitled to make an assessment of the ability of seafarers to maintain watch-keeping standards. the training and education of seafarers. The Convention contains a provision for port State authorities to inspect any ship calling at any of their ports. Under this provision inspectors are authorised to verify that seafarers hold appropriate certificates for the functions they perform. A port State exercises control by inspecting ships calling at their ports. by examining all certificates and documentary evidence of crew members on board. if there is a reason to believe that standards are not being maintained. Third. safety. the IMO. The enforcers include seafarers. In turn. You come under the jurisdiction of a flag State when you hold a certificate issued by that administration or you serve on board a ship registered under its flag. and pollution prevention duties. and by assessing the competence of seafarers prior to certification. or may ask any individual crew member to perform a task relevant to his or her duty on board. including rest periods. Second. Parties to the Convention. are responsible for ensuring that seafarers coming under their jurisdiction meet the prescribed standards of competency. or to perform a specific emergency drill.
new countries may be added if they meet the criteria for inclusion. Any Party not included on the initial White List will have to correct the deficiencies identified by the IMO before it can be recognised as having fully implemented the Convention. but will probably be subject to additional scrutiny from employers and other Administrations before being employed. Every Party is under an obligation to submit a report to IMO on its implementation of the Convention. This may be an advantage if you are applying for endorsements of recognition or seeking employment in the international fleet. at the time of the re-evaluation. while engineering officer may be asked to operate the propulsion or electricity generating plant.watch-keeping officer may be asked practical questions about operating bridge equipment. a Flag State Party to the Convention may decide not to accept seafarers for service aboard its ships who hold certificates issued by countries not included in the White List. Should it be found that. it does not mean that seafarers holding certificates issued by a Party not listed in the White List will be unable to find employment at sea. Holders of certificates issued by countries that are not in the White List will not be able to obtain an STCW-95 endorsement of recognition issued by another Administration Party to the Convention from February 2002 onwards. then this is accepted as proof that you meet STCW95 standards in all respects. they will be required from February 2002 onwards. However. The list of Parties identified by IMO as being in full compliance will be included in what is known as the White List (see Annex B). Similarly. the country is not giving full and effective compliance to the Convention. to hold an endorsement issued by the Flag State to show that their certificate is recognised by the Flag State. They can still be employed. SECTION THREE STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . its name will be removed. The importance of this for you is that if a Party included in the White List issues your certificate. contained in the Convention is the accountability of each Party to both the IMO and to other Parties. This information is examined by the IMO and a decision is reached as to whether or not the Party is complying in full with the Convention. It may even make the visit of the port State Inspector that much shorter. The sort of questions the inspectors will ask cover the competencies set out in Part A of the STCW Code. Another equally important control procedure. Furthermore. If it does accept such seafarers. All administrations included in the White List are subject to a re-evaluation by the panel of experts every five years. Port State control has become a feature of modern seafaring  and it is here to stay.
radio communication. Deficiencies under this category include: t t t t SECTION THREE t failure of seafarers to hold a valid certificate for the function they perform on board failure to comply with safe manning requirements failure to conform with specified engineering or navigational watch arrangements absence during a watch of a person qualified to operate equipment essential to navigation. To a master: if found to allow an unduly qualified person (not holding a valid certificate. if a port State Inspector detects a fault. act or omission. safety. to property at sea or to the maritime environment through incompetence. To a company or master: if found to engage a person not holding a certificate as required by the Convention. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . not to mention job loss. 2. Additionally. 3. Each Party has internal disciplinary procedures in place to deal with those breaching the Convention where such breaches cause a threat to the safety of life. To any person: if found to be serving on board with a fraudulent or forged certificate. the ship will be detained in port until these deficiencies have been corrected. or pollution prevention measures during the first watch at the beginning of a voyage. dispensation or documentary evidence) to perform a function or service in any capacity in which proper certification is required. The Convention lists three specific cases in which penalties are to be applied: 1.Penalties Those who breach the Convention will face penalties and disciplinary measures ranging from cancellation of certificates to the imposition of heavy fines. inability to provide persons who are sufficiently rested and otherwise fit for duty.
If you are having a rest period below the minimum prescribed by the Convention. you can bring this situation to the attention of your supervisor or safety officer. drills or overriding operational conditions. The 24 hour period is calculated from the time the watch-keepers duty starts. and not from 00:00 hours. In any 24 hour period 8 hours duty 6 hours rest 6 hours duty 4 hours rest SECTION THREE or 14 hours duty 10 hours rest or (for a maximum of 2 consecutive days as long as not less than 70 hours of rest are provided in a 7 day period) 18 hours duty 6 hours rest All watch arrangements should be posted where they are clearly visible. Minimum hours of rest for watch personnel The minimum number of hours of rest for ratings and officers assigned to watch-keeping duties is 10 hours in any 24 hour period. This does not mean that the other 14 hours should be spent on duty. If you have watch-keeping duties. 1. The minimum rest period is not obligatory in the case of emergencies. normally in the bridge. engine room or radio watch. in the engine control room or in the mess room. you are strongly recommended to maintain a personal log of your working hours. This will allow you to keep a constant check on the number of hours of rest.Regulations affecting watch-keeping personnel only The following two regulations apply only to officers and ratings who are part of a navigational. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . The 10 hour rest period can be reduced to not less than 6 consecutive hours provided such reduction does not extend beyond 2 days and not less than 70 hours of rest are provided each 7 day period. one of which must be at least 6 hours long. A summary of the rest hour regulations is given in the following table (the shaded areas indicate the mandatory hours of rest). The 10 hour rest period may be divided into no more than two periods. The master and other personnel who do not have watch-keeping responsibilities are exempted from this provision.
Not only are you required to abide by these provisions. SECTION THREE STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . both on board and ashore. Shipping companies are required to provide clear procedures to be followed by watch-keeping personnel. to read them. but it is also a useful reminder of procedures seafarers already know but tend to forget. chief engineer and all watch-keeping personnel (navigation. Watch-keeping principles and arrangements The STCW-95 Convention contains guidance for watch-keeping personnel on how to keep a safe watch at all times. whether at sea or in port. he or she can only be successful through the commitment and co-operation of the whole team. However. The master has direct responsibility for ensuring that all watch-keeping principles and arrangements are adhered to at all times and under all circumstances.2. Operations procedure manuals kept on board are also likely to contain some of this information and it is in your own interest. The complete guidelines can be found in section A-VIII/2 of the Convention. The master. propulsion and radio) are required to perform their duties according to these principles and guidelines.
Implications of Certificate Holders 4 STCW-95 for STCW-78 .
STCW-78 certificates are no longer valid for service aboard ships of Administrations party to the Convention. SECTION FOUR STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .000 gross tonnage. occupational safety. Note: If you update an STCW-78 certificate to STCW-95 standards. until 1 July 2002. so you need to meet STCW-95 standards of medical fitness and competence. to allow seafarers to revalidate their certificates (see page 7). a certificate re-validated under STCW-78 regulations will not be valid for service beyond 1 February 2002 (or beyond the five-year transitional period for certificates issued by a Party whose obligations under the Convention came into force after 1 February 1997). ro-ro passenger ships. in which case you do not have to meet STCW-95 standards. Basic safety training applies to all seafarers. all STCW-78 certificate holders must satisfy competence requirements if either of the following applies: 1.Upgrading and revalidation From 1 February 2002. but will be subject to re-validation every five years. and from 1. You have two options to re-validate your STCW-78 certificate: 1. you will probably need refresher courses or updated training and assessments. However. the tonnage limitations change from 200 gross registered tons to 500 gross tonnage. You should also remember that from 1 February 1997 onwards. If you serve on specialised types of ships (tankers. Under exceptional circumstances some Administrations may decide to give a short dispensation. You can re-validate it under STCW-95 regulations. Re-validate under STCW-78 regulations.600 registered tons to 3. 2. medical care or survival functions on any type of ship. This means you are updating your certificate. Your updated certificate will then be valid for service after 1 February 2002. other passenger ships) or 2. If you are responsible for emergency. For the latter.
Master and deck department t Officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage* or more 1. Monitor compliance with legislative requirements. Use of electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS). Use of Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) to maintain safety of navigation. Note: Training and assessment in the use of ARPA is not required for those who serve exclusively on ships not fitted with ARPA. 3. you will need to prove competence in these tasks. 4. To upgrade an STCW-78 certificate to STCW-95 standards. Transmit and receive information using GMDSS and fulfil its functional requirements if in charge or performing radio duties on a ship required to participate in GMDSS. Simulator based training and assessment mandatory. Application of effective bridge teamwork procedures. 5. The tables are organised by rank within each shipboard division. 2.Additional competence requirements under STCW-95 (by rank) The rest of this section shows which additional requirements are included in STCW-95 which were not required under STCW-78. 6. Application of advanced fire-fighting techniques. SECTION FOUR *200 gross registered tons limit replaced by 500 gross tonnage STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .
Master should meet the requirements of an officer in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more and have 36 months' approved seagoing service in that capacity. 2. 4. 6. traffic separation schemes and in vessel traffic service areas (VTS).000 gross tonnage or more 1. and manoeuvring in and near.t Masters and chief mates on ships of 500 gross tonnage* or more A. understanding and proficiency may be lower than that required for service on ships of 3. B. 7. Application of effective bridge teamwork procedures.3. Use of.000 gross tonnage or more. Meet requirements for certification as an officer in charge of a navigational watch (see previous table). Maintain safe navigation through the use of radar and ARPA simulator based training and assessment mandatory. 2. Masters and chief mates on ships of 500 . including automatic data-based (ADB) equipment. Note: Training and assessment in the use of ARPA is not required for those who serve exclusively on ships not fitted with ARPA. Masters and chief mates on ships of 3. 1. Use of stability and trim diagrams and stress-calculating equipment.000 gross tonnage 1. Develop emergency and damage control plans and handle emergency situations. 3. Application of constant rate of turn techniques. Note: The level of theoretical knowledge. Chief mates should meet the requirements of an officer in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more. SECTION FOUR *200 gross registered tons limit replaced by 500 gross tonnage STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . Note: The level of knowledge shall be sufficient to enable the candidate to serve in the capacity of master or chief mate. The level of knowledge shall be sufficient to enable the candidate to serve in the capacity of master or chief mate. 5. 2.
* 200 gross registered tons limited replaced by 500 gross tonnage SECTION FOUR STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . 2. or approved seagoing service in the deck department of no less than three years. Ships engaged on near coastal voyages: officers in charge of navigational watch Required to have completed special training. 2. 4. hold an appropriate certificate issued or recognised under the radio regulations. Officers are required to hold a certificate for service on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more and for service on ships between 500 and 3. Ships engaged on near coastal voyages: masters 1.t Officers in charge of a navigational watch and masters on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage* A. Hold an appropriate certificate for performing VHF radiocommunications. 3.000 gross tonnage. Meet the requirements of an officer in charge of a navigational watch. B. Required to have completed approved education and training and to meet the standard of competence specified in the Convention. Ships not engaged on near coastal voyages: officers in charge of navigational watch and masters 1. 2. Masters are required to hold a certificate of service on ships of between 500 and 3. If designated to have primary responsibility for radio communications during distress incidents. C. 1.000 gross tonnage. Have served 12 months as officer in charge of a navigational watch.
Procedures for the relief.t Ratings forming part of a navigational watch No upgrading of STCW-78 authorised documents is required. 5. Ability to comply with helm orders. Knowledge of satellite Emergency Position Indicating Beacons (EPIRB) and Search and Rescue Transponders (SART). SECTION FOUR STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . maintenance and handover of the watch. including those given in the English language. Basic environmental protection procedures. 3. Information required to maintain a safe watch. 6. 2. Under STCW-95 those qualifying as ratings forming part of a navigational watch are required to be duly certified. 4. New knowledge requirements for those obtaining certification under STCW-95 are: 1. Avoidance of false distress alerts and action to be taken in event of accidental activation.
Engine department t Chief engineer officers and second engineer officers on ships of 3. crew and passengers and the operational condition of life-saving. 2. t Chief engineer officers and second engineer officers on ships of 750 . 4. 4. 2. crew and passengers and the operational condition of life-saving. 3. stability and stress (requirements extended). Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements and measures to ensure safety of life at sea and the protection of the marine environment (requirements extended). Application of advanced fire-fighting techniques. Maintain safety and security of the vessel. Adequate knowledge of the English language to enable the officer to use engineering publications and to perform engineering duties. Application of advanced fire-fighting techniques. Application of advanced fire-fighting techniques. Working knowledge and application of the theory of ship stability.000 kW propulsion power or more 1. Ability to control trim. 4. stability and stress (requirements extended). 3. fire-fighting and other safety systems. 3.3. Ability to control trim. 2. Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements and measures to ensure safety of life at sea and the protection of the marine environment (requirements extended).000 kW propulsion power 1. fire-fighting and other safety systems. General knowledge of ship construction. Maintain safety and security of the vessel. SECTION FOUR t Officers in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engineroom or designated duty engineers in a periodically unmanned engine-room 1. STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .
ratings forming part of an engineering watch do not require an authorised document or certificate. 3. Under STCW-95. Radio personnel on ships not required to comply with the GMDSS provisions are certificated as required under radio regulations. Transmit and receive information using GMDSS sub systems and equipment. a Party may consider seafarers to have met the standards of competence required if they have served as ratings forming part of an engineering watch for a period of not less than one year within the five years preceding the Convention's coming into force for that Party. Fulfilling the functional requirements of GMDSS. 2. 1. Under STCW-95. ratings forming part of an engineering watch are required to meet the standards of competence and be certificated. Provide GMDSS radio services in emergencies. Note: No certificate is necessary for personnel on ships of below 750 kW propulsion power. SECTION FOUR STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . Radio department t Radio-communication and Radio Personnel New regulations apply to personnel in charge of performing radio duties on a ship required to participate in the GMDSS.t Ratings forming part of an engineering watch Under STCW-78.
More Information on STCW-95 Where to Find 5 .
org www. the following websites contain information on STCW-95 and other maritime-related topics: · · · · · · · www.hal-pc.html www. remember that any requirements are subject to the particular arrangements that each individual Party has made for implementing the Convention. Another good source of information is training institutions (provided they are in the business of complying with STCW-95 requirements).itf.uk.com www.uscg. As well as this being on the internet at www. They can inform you in more detail about specific requirements and deadlines for satisfying the standards of the Convention and obtaining STCW-95 certification. However.pages.gov. your first port of call should be the Authority issuing your certificate.natinst.org.com www.imo. Many Administrations around the world publish this information on a regular basis. Therefore. They will normally know what the requirements are for certification and point you in the right direction should you need further information.org www.We hope this guide has provided you with a better understanding of STCW95 requirements.mil www.au SECTION FIVE STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .org/nugent/index.amsa. Your employer should also be in a position to give you guidance (and hopefully financial assistance) to help fulfil STCW-95 requirements. If you are affiliated to a national trade union they may also be able to give you guidance.sea-man.shipping.
S. Besides. Morrison: Competent Crews = Safer Ships  An Aid to Understanding STCW 95. of course. There are also short guides produced by some of the Parties and short articles published in specialised nautical journals such as Seaways. familiarisation instruction and sea service. At the end of this Guide we are also including a copy of two IMO circulars clarifying some of the requirements prescribed by STCW-95. Fairplay and BIMCO.The best source of written information on STCW-95 is.G. They have also produced ISF Training and Service Record Books which help you keep track of all your certificates and any other documentary evidence such as records of drills. it is in your best professional and safety interests as a seafarer to comply with STCW-95 standards. If you want a deeper understanding of the Convention. the Convention itself. Available from the World Maritime University. SECTION FIVE STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS . These may prove valuable if you come across Port State inspectors misinterpreting the actual requirements set by the Convention. the most comprehensive publication on the subject is the book written by Captain W. The International Shipping Federation has produced a series of publications on STCW. it is a Must for all those involved in the implementation and enforcement of the Convention. ignorance of the Convention and its requirements is no excuse for non-compliance. Remember. including The Revised STCW Convention: A Guide for the Shipping Industry.
SECTION FIVE STCW-95: A GUIDE FOR SEAFARERS .
as amended in 1995 (including the date on which the Convention came into force) COUNTRY ALGERIA ANGOLA ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA AZERBAIJAN BAHAMAS BAHRAIN BANGLADESH BARBADOS BELGIUM BELIZE BENIN BOLIVIA BRAZIL BRUNEI BULGARIA CAMEROON CANADA CAPE VERDE CHILE CHINA(1) COLOMBIA COTE D'IVOIRE CROATIA CUBA CYPRUS CZECH REPUBLIC DEM. OF KOREA DEM. MAURITANIA MAURITIUS MEXICO MICRONESIA MOROCCO MOZAMBIQUE MYANMAR NETHERLANDS NEW ZEALAND NIGERIA NORWAY OMAN PAKISTAN (4) (5) (3) DATE 28 APR 1984 26 APR 1989 28 APR 1984 5 NOV 1994 6 JUL 1989 24 DEC 1985 15 JAN 1986 21 JUN 1995 16 FEB 1985 27 APR 1987 1 NOV 1996 11 DEC 1984 16 APR 1986 26 NOV 1987 19 MAY 1987 28 APR 1984 7 JUN 1994 15 MAR 1993 5 NOV 1987 20 AUG 1992 5 MAR 1995 28 APR 1984 28 APR 1984 4 MAR 1992 14 MAY 1991 7 JUN 1996 9 JUN 1993 28 APR 1984 22 APR 1987 21 SEPT 1991 25 JUL 1989 17 FEB 1996 4 OCT 1991 28 APR 1984 14 OCT 1998 22 OCT 1997 15 FEB 1986 4 AUG 1988 26 OCT 1985 30 OCT 1986 13 FEB 1985 28 APR 1984 24 DEC 1990 10 JUL 1985 COUNTRY PANAMA PAPUA NEW GUINEA PERU PHILIPPINES POLAND PORTUGAL REP OF KOREA ROMANIA RUSSIAN FEDERATION (6) ST VINCENT & THE GRENADINES SAMOA SAO TOME AND PRINCIPE SAUDI ARABIA SENEGAL SEYCHELLES SIERRA LEONE SINGAPORE SLOVAKIA SLOVENIA SOLOMON ISLANDS SOUTH AFRICA SPAIN SRI LANKA SUDAN SWEDEN SWITZERLAND THAILAND TOGO TONGA TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO TUNISIA TURKEY TUVALU UKRAINE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UNITED KINGDOM (7) UNITED STATES URUGUAY VANUATU VENEZUELA VIET NAM YUGOSLAVIA DATE 29 SEPT 1992 28 JAN 1992 28 APR 1984 22 MAY 1984 28 APR 1984 30 JAN 1986 4 JUL 1985 11 APR 1993 28 APR 1984 28 SEP 1995 24 AUG 1993 29 JAN 1999 1 MAR 1991 16 APR 1997 22 NOV 1988 13 NOV 1993 1 AUG 1988 1 JAN 1993 25 JUN 1991 1 SEPT 1994 28 APR 1984 28 APR 1984 22 APR 1987 26 MAY 1997 28 APR 1984 15 MAR 1988 19 SEPT 1997 19 OCT 1989 7 MAY 1995 3 MAY 1989 8 MAY 1995 28 OCT 1992 22 NOV 1985 7 APR 1997 28 APR 1984 28 APR 1984 1 OCT 1991 3 NOV 1993 22 JUL 1991 13 JAN 1988 18 MAR 1991 5 FEB 1985 UNITED REP. OF TANZANIA 28 APR 1984 ANNEX A .List of countries Party to STCW 1978. REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO (2) DENMARK ECUADOR EGYPT EQUATORIAL GUINEA ERITREA ESTONIA ETHIOPIA FIJI FINLAND FRANCE GABON GAMBIA GEORGIA DATE 28 JAN 1989 3 JAN 1992 5 MAY 1997 28 APR 1984 28 APR 1984 29 APR 1997 1 OCT 1997 28 APR 1984 13 SEPT1996 28 APR 1984 6 AUG 1994 28 APR 1984 24 APR 1997 1 FEB 1986 11 JUL 1988 28 APR 1984 23 JAN 1987 28 APR 1984 6 SEPT 1989 6 FEB 1988 18 DEC 1989 9 SEPT 1987 28 APR 1984 28 APR 1984 5 JAN 1988 8 OCT 1991 5 MAR 1990 28 JUN 1985 1 JAN 1993 1 AUG 1985 4 JUL 1995 28 APR 1984 17 AUG 1988 28 APR 1984 24 JUL 1996 22 JUL 1996 29 NOV 1995 18 OCT 1985 27 JUN 1991 28 APR 1984 28 APR 1984 28 APR 1984 1 FEB 1992 19 JUL 1994 COUNTRY GERMANY GHANA GREECE GUINEA HAITI HONDURAS HUNGARY ICELAND INDIA INDONESIA IRAN IRELAND ISRAEL ITALY JAMAICA JAPAN KAZAKHSTAN KENYA KIRIBATI LATVIA LEBANON LIBERIA LIBYA LITHUANIA LUXEMBOURG MADAGASCAR MALAWI MALAYSIA MALDIVES MALTA MARSHALL ISL. PEOPLES REP.
The German Democratic Republic has acceded to the Convention on 5 November 1979 (4) Accession by the Netherlands was declared to be effective in respect of the Netherlands Antilles and. in respect of Aruba (5) Accession by New Zealand was declared to apply to the Cook Islands and Niue but not to extend to Tokelau (6) As from 26 December 1991 the USSR membership in the Convention was continued by the Russian Federation (7) Ratification by the United Kingdom was declared to be also effective in respect of: Hong Kong (ceased to apply to HK with effect from 1 July 1997). . Cayman Islands (1 Apr 1991). Isle of Man (1 July 1985). Gibraltar (27 Nov 1995). with effect from 1 January 1986.Footnotes to Annex A (1) Applies only to Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (2) Formerly Zaire (3) October 1990 the German Democratic Republic acceded to the Federal Republic of Germany. Bermuda (1 Jan 1989).
1978. 1978. the Secretary-General had solicited and taken into account the views of competent persons selected from the list established pursuant to paragraph 5 of section A-I/7 of the STCW Code and circulated as MSC/Circ.ANNEX B INTERNATIONALMARITIME ORGANIZATION 4 ALBERT EMBANKMENT LONDON SE1 7SR Telephone: 020 7735-7611 020 7587-3210 Fax: 23588 IMOLDN G Telex: E MSC/Circ. paragraph 2 of the International Convention on Standards of Training. paragraph 2. as amended. at first its extraordinary session (ES.1 1. as amended.2. seventy-fourth and first extraordinary sessions. additional to those listed to MSC/Circ. received reports by the Secretary-General pursuant to regulation I/7. in respect of the Netherlands Antilles and Aruba and that a suitable footnote had been added to the annex to this circular to include them in the list. CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS (STCW).996.1018 29th November 2001 Ref: T2/4. as its first extraordinary session (27 and 28 November 2001). further Parties may be added to the list at annex at subsequent meetings. MSC. in preparing the reports required by STCW regulation I/7. . paragraph 3. Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). as amended. confirmed by the Maritime Safety Committee to have communicated information which demonstrates that full and complete effect is given to the relevant provisions of the Convention INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING.996. The reports were in respect of those STCW Parties whose information had not been fully evaluated in time for the seventy-fourth session of the Committee (30 May to 8 June 2001).1 confirmed furtherr STCW Parties. as the process of communicating and evaluating information is continuing. A list of those STCW Parties confirmed at that session of the Committee and those confirmed by MSC 73 (27 November to 6 December 2000) to have communicated information which had demonstrated that full and complete effect was given to the relevant provisions of the Convention had been promulgated in MSC/Circ. The Maritime Safety Committee (MSC). MSC/ES. Parties to the International Convention on Standards of Training. noted that. I:\CIRC\MSC\1018.1). AS AMENDED 3 In accordance with STCW regulation I/7.797.doc 2. which had communicated information demonstrating that they were giving full and complete effect to the relevant provisions of the STCW Convention. as amended. The Committee noted that. The list at annex contains those STCW Parties confirmed by the Committee at its seventy-third. (STCW Convention). 4 The Committee also noted that the Kingdom of the Netherlands had approved the necessary legislation for the implementation of the STCW Convention. as revised from time to time. Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers. 1978.
As Parties are entitled to accept. which were in force immediately prior to 1 February 1997. therefore. ship operators and managers. and some of those Parties listed may only provide a limited range of training.1018 -2- 5. Member Governments are invited to draw the attention of their port State control offices to the guidance contained in MSC/Circ. remain valid until 1 February 2002.2 the fact that a Party is listed in the annex does not relieve those concerned of their obligations under the STCW Convention 6. Notwithstanding the Committees identification of the Parties listed at annex. certificates issued by or on behalf of Parties identified in the list at annex. ship masters and other parties concerned to the following: . The Committee draws the attention of maritime administrations. in principle.1 not all of the STCW Parties listed at annex provide seafarer training. *** I:\CIRC\MSC\1018. 7.918 including the fact that valid certificates of competency and endorsements issued or recognized by a Party in accordance with the relevant provisions of the STCW Convention. subject to STCW regulation I/15. and a position on that list is one of the necessary measures used by many Administrations for the issue of endorsements in compliance with STCW regulation I/10.MSC/Circ. the attention of port State control officers is drawn to the fact that this circular was issued on 28 November 2001 and. shipowners. for practical reasons.doc . and . seafarers should not be expected to hold cerificates with such endorsements until 1 February 2002.
doc . confirmed by the Maritime Safety Committee to have communicated information which demonstrates that full and complete effect is given to the relevant provisions of the Convention Greece Honduras Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Islamic Republic of Iran Italy Israel Jamaica Japan Kiribati Latvia Liberia Lithuania Luxembourg Madagascar Malaysia Maldives Malta Marshall Islands Mauritius México Micronesia (Federated States of) Morocco Myanmar Netherlands** New Zealand Nigeria Norway Pakistan Panama Papua New Guinea Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Republic of Korea Romania Russian Federation Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Samoa Senegal Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia Solomon Islands South Africa Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Thailand Tonga Trinidad & Tobago Tunisia Turkey Tuvalu Ukraine United Kingdom*** United States Uruguay Vanuatu Venezuela Viet Nam Yugoslavia China (Hong Kong SAR)**** **** Includes: Faeroe Islands Includes: Netherlands Antilles & Aruba Includes: Isle of Man Bermuda Cayman Islands Gibraltar Associate Member I:\CIRC\MSC\1018. as amended. 1978. Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).ANNEX MSC/Circ.1018 Algeria Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Australia Azerbaijan Bahamas Bangladesh Barbados Belgium Belize Brazil Bulgaria Canada Chile China Colombia Comoros Côte dIvoire Croatia Cuba Cyprus Czech Republic Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea Denmark* Dominica Ecuador Egypt Estonia Ethiopia Fiji Finland France Georgia Germany Ghana * ** *** Parties to the International Convention on Standards of Training.
1 and invited to bring the contents of this circular to the attention of all concerned. and 3.3 MSC/Circ.4 seafarers are not required to hold certificates as evidence of basic training in order to comply with regulation VI/1 because the evidence required by section A-VI/1 is not considered to be a certificate. Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). certificates or endorsements issued by the Government of the flag which the ship on which they are serving is entitled to fly. . as amended. in addition. .1 until 1 Feb 2002. The Maritime Safety Committee.2 until 1 Feb 2002. 2. noted that certain clarifications were necessary for the guidance of port State control officers concerning the transitional provisions of the International Convention on Standards of Training. as its seventy-first session (19 May28 May 1999).7/Circ. .3 on or after 1 Feb 2002.1. valid certificates of competency and endorsements issued or recognised by a Party in accordance with the relevant provisions of the STCW Convention which were in force immediately prior to 1 Feb 1997 remain valid. I:\CIRC\MSC\918. seafarers holding valid certificates issued in accordance with the relevant provisions of the STCW Convention which were in force immediately prior to 1 Feb 1977 by the Party which found them qualified are not required by the STCW Convention to hold.WPD . especially port State control officers. all certificates of competency and endorsements issued to seafarers are required to comply with the provisions of the STCW Convention. 1978. Member Governments are reminded of the guidance issued under STCW. Member Governments are invited to inform their port State control officers that: .918 4th June 1999 GUIDANCE FOR PORT STATE CONTROL OFFICERS IN RESPECT OF CERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCY ISSUED UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE STCW CONVENTION 1. subject to STCW regulation 1/15.ANNEX C INTERNATIONAL MARITIME ORGANISATION 4 Albert Embankment LONDON SE1 7SR Tel:0171-735-7611 Fax: 0171-587-3210 Ref: T2/4.
I:\STW\31\5-1. II/2 II/3 III/1.ANNEX D Table B-1/9-2 LIST OF CERTIFICATES OR DOCUMENTARY EVIDENCE REQUIRED UNDER THE STCW CONVENTION The list below identifies all certificates or documentary evidence in the Convention which authorize the holder to serve in certain functions on board ships. VII/2 II/4. Regulations II/1. V/1. officers and radio personnel ratings duly certificated to be a part of a navigational or engine room watch ratings assigned to specific duties.1.. The certificates are subject to the requirements of regulation 1/2 regarding language and their availability in original form. and fast rescue boats training in advanced fire fighting training relating to medical first aid and medical care Endorsement required yes Registration required* yes no yes** as appropriate yes** as appropriate no V/1 V/2 no no VI/2 no no VI/3 VI/4 no no no no * Records of all certificates should be maintained in accordance with regulation I/9. III/3. IV/2..4. III/2. The list also references the relevant regulations and the requirements for endorsement and registration (regulation 1/9). However..doc . records may be maintained by an agency or entity acting under its authority. ** The Party issuing or endorsing the certificate is responsible for maintaining a register or registers in accordance with regulation I/9. III/4 Certificate or documentary evidence (brief description) appropriate certificates for Master.on tankers training requirements for personnel serving on ro-ro passenger ships a certificate of proficiency in survival craft. paragraph 4. rescue boats..
D = if designated with specific function. A (radio operator): radio personnel on non-GMDSS ships need to hold certificates as per the Radio Regulations. if different.(see note) Shore-based fire-fighting course Tanker familiarisation (or 3 months approved service on tankers) Tanker specialised COW (if fitted) Chemical tanker Liquefied gas tanker Crowd management Familiarisation training ro-ro Safety training Passenger safety. The table below is just a guide indicating what are the likely certificates required by rank according to common shipboard work practices. GMDSS personnel on tankers personnel on ro-ro passenger ships personnel on passenger ships other than ro-ro training Certificate of competency Endorsement Watchkeeping certificate for ratings Endorsement of recognition (if on foreign flag) Medical fitness certificate Certificate of qualification as cook Personal survival techniques Fire fighting Elementary first aid Personal safety and social responsibility Ship-specific familiarisation Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boat Fast rescue boat Advanced fire fighting Medical first aid Medical care ARPA (if fitted) Radar GMDSS-ROC or GOC . readers are strongly advised to refer to section 2 in this guide. GMDSS: compulsory if serving on a ship required to participate in GMDSS. to the STCW Convention and to the maritime Administrations of both the country issuing the certificate(s) and. cargo safety. To find out the exact requirements that apply. RADAR.Summary of requirements ANNEX E Note: The certificate(s) a seafarer needs to hold depends on the function(s) and level of responsibility held on board. of the flag State of the ship where the seafarer intends to work. hull integrity Crisis management and human behaviour Crowd management Familiarisation training Safety training Passenger safety Crisis management and human behaviour Training record book Same title Same title New requirement New requirement Medical certificate Same title Basic sea survival 2 days fire fighting Basic first aid New requirement New requirement CPSC lifeboat Fast rescue boat 4 day firefighting First aid at sea Ship captains medical New (simulator training) New (simulator training) New requirement New requirement Same title Same title Same title Same title Same title New requirement New requirement New requirement New requirement New requirement New requirement New requirement New requirement New requirement New requirement New requirement * * * * * * * * * * D D * * * * * * * * * * * * * * D D * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * D D * * * * * * * * * * D * A * * * * * * * * * * D D * * * * * * * * * * * D D * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * D D * * * * * * * D * * * * * * * * * * * * * D * * * * * * * D * * * * * * * D * * * * * * * D * * * D * * * * * * * * * D * * * D * * * * * * * D * D * D * * * * * D * * D * D * D D * D * D D * * * * * * * * * * * * D D * * * * * * * * D * * * D * * * * * * * D * * * D * * * D * D * D * Key: *= compulsory requirement . Officers deck Officer of the watch engine Cadet (deck/engine) Officer of the watch Electrical engineer deck Ratings engine D/E utility/ trainee catering Chief steward / purser Steward/messboy * * * * * * D * D * D D D D D * Others others All personnel providing direct service to passengers * * * * * * D D * D D D D * D D Second engineer Fitter/Mechanic Radio Operator OS/GP/welder Electrician Pumpman Bosun main certificate catering basic saftey training evidence familiarisation personnel assigned with other safety functions ARPA. Cook/2nd cook Chief engineer STCW-78 title Chief officer Oiler/motorman category STCW-95 title Deckboy/trainee Master Wiper AB .
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