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Progression from MEO Class IV to MEO Class I l level of Certificate (Requirement of Sea service for MEO Class II Part A) Seafarers Flow Diagram

Applicable to: Engineering Officers (MEO) Class IV
Effective Date: 9th March, 2006
Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Sea Service Requirement Waived

Previously, candidates were required to have 12 months approved sea service as Officer Incharge Engineering Watch (OIC EW) to obtain MEO Class II Part A after MEO Class IV Part B. This requirement has been waived.

2. Eligibility for MEO Class II Part A

Candidates can now sit for or obtain exemption for MEO Class II Part A after obtaining MEO Class IV Part B Certificate of Competency, without the sea service requirement.

  • Action: Candidates can apply for MEO Class II Part A without 12 months approved sea service as OIC EW.
EXN 45  endorsement will be given to candidates who qualify for MEO Class II Part A.
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