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Refresher & Updating Training course (Upgradation course from STCW 1995 to STCW 2010) for Engineer Officers
Applicable to:
Marine Engineer Officers (Class I, II, or IV)
Effective Date:
12.01.2012
Superseded Circulars:
None mentioned
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Upgradation Course Requirements
Engineer Officers with STCW 1995 certificates must upgrade to STCW 2010 by completing an approved refresher and updating training course.
- Course Duration: 6 days (Operational) or 11 days (Management)
- Additional Training: PST, PSCRB, FPFF, AFF, and SSO (if not previously trained)
- Medical Fitness: Meet standards prescribed in Merchant Shipping (Medical Examination) Rules and STCW Code
- Professional Competence: Complete approved seagoing service, oral examination, or training course
2. Institute Requirements
Training institutes must replace Revalidation Course with Upgradation Course, reassess faculty load, and forward course details to DGS for record.
Annexures: Course details, syllabus, practical training, documentary evidence format, and flowchart are attached
Important Note
Non-compliance may result in certificates being revalidated or issued under STCW 1995, valid only till 31.12.2016.
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