Guidance

MSN 1856 (M+F) - Amendment 1 - UK Requirements for Master and Deck Officers

This MSN outlines the training and assessment requirements for masters and deck officers, equivalent arrangements for simulator time, and also requirements that training providers must meet for the purposes of approval by the Secretary of State.

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This Merchant Shipping Notice (MSN) sets out and explains the regulatory requirements regarding the implementation of training elements applicable under Chapter II of the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and Code. It outlines the certification structure and examination and training requirements for Merchant Navy deck officers. The certification system provides a structured progression route for trainee officers and ratings entering the industry to achieve Officer of the Watch (OOW), Chief Mate and Master qualifications.

Notice to all owners, masters, officers, ratings and those concerned with maritime training.

This notice replaces MSN 1856 on 10 January 2023.

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Published 19 December 2022

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