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Qualifying Sea Service requirements for Engineering Officers to obtain Certificate of Competency (Included in TEAP A, Section III/16, Table III/16-1)
Key Changes and Requirements
1. New Sea Service Requirements
The 2010 Manila Amendments to the STCW Convention have entered into force on 01.01.2012. New sea time requirements apply for Engineering Officers to obtain Certificates of Competency.
- MEO Class IV: 6 months engine room watchkeeping duties (750 kW or more)
- MEO Class II: 12 months approved sea-going service (750 kW or more)
- MEO Class I: 36 months approved sea-going service (750 kW or more), including 12 months as MEO Class II
2. Certificate Validity & Transition
Candidates complying with new sea service requirements will receive a 5-year Certificate of Competency. Those with existing sea service will have their certificates restricted until 31.12.2016, requiring a Refresher & Upgradation Course.
MEO Class I candidates must meet new requirements from 01.01.2015 to appear for the exam.
Candidates must ensure they meet the new sea service requirements to obtain or upgrade their Certificate of Competency.
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