This change revises Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular (NVIC) 1-91 by adding guidelines for the recommended qualifications and training topics for deckhands engaged or employed on high-speed small passenger vessels. The guidelines introduce the concept of the Qualified Deckhand--High Speed, which compliments the Senior Deckhand concept introduced in the original circular. The guideline contained in this change apply to Small Passenger Vessels and are intended for use by Small Passenger Vessel owner/operators and masters of vessels less than 100 gross tons.
Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular No. 01-91, CH-1. Policy Guidance and Recommended Qualifications for Small Passenger Vessel Deckhands
2003
12 pages
Report
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English
Marine & Waterway Transportation , Transportation Safety , Passenger ships , Coast Guard , Training , Vessels(Ships) , Safety engineering , Recommendations , Guidelines , Inspection , Boats and ships safety , Regulations , Evacuation , Emergency planning , Personnel , Qualifications , Passenger vessels , Deckhands