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Qualifying Sea Service -Motor & Steam (Combined) stipulated in the Meta Manual, Circulars and Instructions
Applicable to:
Candidates appearing for Steam Certificate of Competency or conversion from Motor to Steam and Motor & Steam (combined)
Effective Date:
Immediate
Superseded Circulars:
None mentioned
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Clarification on Sea Service Requirements
This circular clarifies the sea service requirements for candidates appearing for Steam Certificate of Competency or conversion from Motor to Steam and Motor & Steam (combined).
- Column 'B': Gives the actual propelling time required on vessels, which is a component of Column 'A' where the total sea time is stated.
- Class IV Certificate Holders: Require additional 6 months approved sea service on a steam vessel as an Assistant to Watch keeper before appearing for the combined Class IV Certificate of Competency.
- Higher Certificate Holders: Must start at Class IV Motor / Steam level instead of Class II Motor / Steam endorsement level for combined Certificate of Competency.
- Class I Certificate Holders: Can appear for an endorsement of either type by examination, after completing approved sea service as an assistant to watchkeeper on a Motor or Steamship respectively.
Table 1: Normal table for candidates following a route from Class IV level onwards
| Regulation / Category | Column A (Qualifying Sea Service) | Column B (Propelling time) |
|---|---|---|
| STCW 95 Reg III/1OIC EW | 6 months | 4 months |
Important Note
This circular modifies the table given in META manual Vol. I on Page III/26 (table 3) and should be implemented with immediate effect.
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