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Discontinuation of grant of age dispensation - reg.
Applicable to:
Indian seafarers including officers from the Nautical and Engineering Discipline
Effective Date:
03.11.2014
Superseded Circulars:
All earlier Circulars/Notices issued in the matter
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Discontinuation of Age Dispensation
The process of obtaining age dispensations for officers above 65 years on Indian Flag vessels is discontinued.
2. Compliance Obligations for Ship Owners
- a. Ensure all officers, including those above 65, are medically fit for shipboard activities.
- b. Prefer not to employ more than one person above 65 on a ship at a time to ensure efficient vessel operations.
- c. Maintain medical fitness certificates for all seafarers, including those above 65, as required by MLC and STCW Conventions.
MLC & STCW Medical fitness records must be maintained for all seafarers, including those above 65.
Important Note
This notice supersedes all earlier Circulars/Notices issued in the matter and is applicable to Indian seafarers.
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