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STCW Circular No. 1 of 2013 - Guidelines Ship Security Officer (SSO) Course.
**DGS Circular 1 of 2013: STCW Circular No. 1 of 2013 - Guidelines Ship Security Officer (SSO) Course**
Applicable to:
All Maritime Training Institutes, Indian Maritime University, Academic Councils, Mercantile Marine Departments, and other relevant bodies
Effective Date:
21st January, 2013
Superseded Circulars:
Training Circular No. 34 of 2004, M.S. Notice No. 15 of 2003 (partially)
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Course Duration & Application
The course duration is revised to 3 days. These guidelines are applicable from 21st January, 2013.
2. Student Eligibility
- Entry Standards: Approved seagoing service of not less than 12 months or appropriate seagoing service and knowledge of ship operations.
- Attendance: 100% attendance required. Up to one day absence is allowed in exceptional circumstances.
- Course Intake: Maximum 24 students per class.
3. Faculty & Course Duration
- Faculty: Not less than two Master Mariners (inclusive of the course-in-charge) OR one Master Mariner and other persons specialized in security.
- Course Duration: A total of 18 hours of lectures, including practical training and internal assessment.
II/4 Revised guidelines for Ship Security Officer (SSO) Course
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