STCW + MLC

Question 1

As per STCW What must all seafarers undergo when joining a new ship?

Answer 1

Shipboard familiarisation.

Question 2

What are the minimum rest hours requirements as per STCW and how are these maintained?

Answer 2

Minimum of 10 hours rest in 24 hour period and 77 hours in a 7 day period

Question 3

As per STCW In what periods must the hours of rest be divided into?

Answer 3

No more than 2 periods with 1 period being of at least 6 hours and intervals between period of rest should not exceed 14 hours.

Question 4

As per STCW what mandatory training is required for those involved in watchkeeping activity?

Answer 4

ECDIS, AIS and ARPA

Question 5

How is a seafarer declared medically fit?

Answer 5

ENG1 certificate which must be revalidated every 2 years.