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Applicable to:
Deck Officers, Shipping Companies
Effective Date:
19.3.2012
Superseded Circulars:
Circular of even number dated 29-6-2010
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Manning Changes for Class XII Vessels — Annex I
Manning details for Class XII vessels (tugs, lighters, dredgers) have been modified. See Annex I for new requirements.
- Tugs & Lighters < 3000GT: Master (NCV)/First Class IV Master - One, Mate (NCV)/Second Class IV - One, Rating - One
- Dredgers < 3000GT: Master (NCV)/Dredge Master Grade - One, Mate (NCV)/Dredge Mate Grade I - One, NWKO (NCV)/Dredge Mate Grade I - Two, Rating with Nav W/K cert - Two, Rating - One, Cook - One
- Dredgers < 500GT (proposed): Master (NCV)/Dredge Master Grade - One, NWKO (NCV)/Dredge Mate Grade I (min. 1yr exp.) - One, Rating with Nav W/K cert - One, Rating/Cook - One
2. Additional Requirements
- Harbour Operations: Significant wave height not exceeding 2m, local knowledge required, adherence to local regulations, and additional manning if prescribed by local marine administration.
- STCW Compliance: At least one officer to hold STCW compliant CoC or GMDSS qualification.
- Continuous Operations: Additional Watch-Keeping Officer required for operations of 72 hours or above.
Annex I Safe Manning - Deck Department
Important Note
All corrections/revisions will be incorporated in forthcoming manning scale tables.
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