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Dispensation from manning vessels with Mate (NCV) CoC certificate holder operating in Andaman & Nicobar region - reg.

Applicable to: Vessels operating in Andaman & Nicobar region
Effective Date: 16.10.2017
Superseded Circulars: SAFMAN Circular 01 of 2017

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Manning Relaxation

Manning requirements for vessels operating in Andaman & Nicobar region are relaxed for a further period of 6 months, from 16.10.2017 to 14.04.2018.

  • Prescribed Manning: As per Safe Manning Document
  • Relaxed Manning: One Chief Mate (FG) / Chief Mate (NCV) or one NCV with one year rank experience on similar type of vessel

2. Conditions for Relaxation

  • Operating Hours: Only during daylight hours
  • Voyage Duration: Not more than 6 hours
  • Voyage Area: Limited to regions between Andaman & Nicobar Islands only
Compliance: Owners, operators, and master must ensure navigation, safety, and operational compliance with relevant regulations.
Important Note

This relaxation does not cause any danger to person, property, or the environment.

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