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Certification of ratings forming part of a navigational / engineering watch. (Included in TEAP A, Section III/12)
Applicable to:
Indian ratings applying for watchkeeping certification
Effective Date:
12-06-2009
Superseded Circulars:
NT/ENG CIRCULAR NO. 05 dated 20th March 2007
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Changes in Certification Criteria
The following changes have been made to the certification process for ratings forming part of a navigational/engineering watch:
- Educational Qualification: No longer required for ratings with valid Indian CDC and prescribed documents certifying required experience.
- Interchange of Category: Ratings can now apply for watchkeeping certificates in departments other than their CDC category, given they meet the sea-service requirements.
II/4 Rule 20 (2) (ii) (a) - Navigational Watch
II/5 Rule 28 (2) (ii) (a) - Engineering Watch
Important Note
This interchange of category is limited to Engine and Deck Department only.
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