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Availability of courses for Seafarers including trainee seafarers at Maritime Training Institutes during the period of COVID-19 pandemic-reg.
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Course Availability Extension
The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has extended the applicability of DGS Order 16 of 2020 by one month, till 30th September 2020. This allows seafarers, including trainees, to undergo specific courses via the three-tier approach (e-learning, virtual classes, and exit examination) to join ships.
- Extended Period: Till 30th September 2020
- Eligible Courses: Courses listed in paragraph 11 (vii to xii) of DGS Order 20 of 2020
2. Additional Courses Approved
Two more courses have been added to the list of approved courses that can be conducted via the three-tier approach:
- Indian Maritime Legislation Course: For issuance of Certificate of Endorsement
- Company Security Officer Course: For officers required to join ships
Maritime Training Institutes (MTIs) approved to conduct the courses must ensure all requirements of the circulars detailed in paragraph 3 are followed, and adhere to the SOP for conduct of exit examinations as contained in DGS Order 20 of 2020.
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