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Approval of Maritime Training Institutes for conducting Global Maritime Distress Safety Systems [GMDSS] General Operators Certificate (GOC).
Applicable to:
Maritime Training Institutes
Effective Date:
12.12.2012
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. GMDSS (GOC) Course Approval
The GMDSS (GOC) course is conducted by approved maritime training institutes jointly by DGS and MOC, following IMO's Model Course 1.25 and ITU requirements.
- Approval Process: Applications to MOC, copy to DGS. Joint inspection by MOC and DGS. Approval by both MOC and DGS.
- Inspection: Conducted jointly by MOC and DGS officials. MOC ensures licensing compliance, DGS ensures IMO's 1.25 model course guidelines.
2. Temporary Ban on New Approvals
Due to a surplus of GMDSS (GOC) course seats, a temporary ban is imposed on new approvals/enhancement of existing intake.
Exceptions: Capacity expansion or in-pipeline cases with pending simulator modification applications before this circular's issue date.
Important Note
This circular is issued with the approval of the Director General of Shipping and ex officio Additional Secretary to the Government of India.
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