Current through October 31, 2024
Section 12.623 - Requirements to qualify for an STCW endorsement as Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) at-sea maintainerTo qualify for an STCW endorsement as GMDSS at-sea maintainer, an applicant must-
(a) Be not less than 18 years of age;(b) Provide evidence of-(1) Successful completion of a training program that covers at least the scope and content of the training outlined in Section B-IV/2 of the STCW Code (incorporated by reference, see § 12.103 of this part); or(2) Passing an approved GMDSS at-sea maintainer course; and(c) Hold a valid Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certificate as GMDSS at-sea maintainer.