Mandatory compliance measures to prevent engagement of Seafarers without appropriate training and demonstratable competence prior issuance of certificates – Instructions to Ship Owner, Ship Managers, RPSL Agencies, Seafarers and Stakeholders

1. Mandatory Compliance Measures

To prevent engagement of seafarers without appropriate training and competence, the following measures must be implemented:

• a. Officers and engineers must hold valid CoC issued by India or recognized countries.
• b. ABs, ratings must possess valid CoP issued or recognized by India or recognized countries.
• c. Verify STCW course certificates from approved training institutes.
• d. Only approved training institutes can issue STCW course certificates.
• e. Verify authenticity of CoCs, CoPs, and course certificates through DG Shipping's official website.
• f. Engage seafarers in capacity commensurate with their qualifications and obtain necessary flag endorsements.
• g. Non-compliance may attract penal action under Merchant Shipping Act and MS-RPSL Rules.
• h. Seafarers must attend training courses only at approved institutes and avoid fraudulent practices.