Minimum Safe Manning Requirements For Vessels

REPUBLIC OF
THE MARSHALL ISLANDS
Marine Notice
No. 7-038-2
OFFICE OF THE
MARITIME ADMINISTRATOR
Rev. 12/09
TO:
ALL SHIPOWNERS, OPERATORS, MASTERS AND OFFICERS OF

MERCHANT SHIPS, AND RECOGNIZED ORGANIZATIONS
SUBJECT:
Minimum Safe Manning Requirements for Vessels.
References:
(b)
(c)
(d)
(a)
IMO Resolution A.890(21) - Principles of Safe Manning
Publication MI-118 - Requirements for Merchant Marine Personnel
Certification
Global Marine Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) requirements
Marshall Islands Maritime Regulations Chapter 7, Reg. 7.38.6
PURPOSE:
This Notice promulgates the Marshall Islands requirements for the safe manning of
vessels. This Notice supersedes Rev. 5/09 and reflects a clarifying change in section 2.8.4.
APPLICABILITY:
This Notice is applicable to all Marshall Islands flag vessels and Marshall Islands certified
or documented seafarers.
REQUIREMENTS:
1.0
Principles of Safe Manning

The following outlines the Administrators policy on the principles of safe manning
addressed by IMO Resolution A.890(21).
1.1
Sufficient Number of Qualified Persons
1.1.1 There should always be sufficient qualified persons on board to deal with peak workload
conditions; for instance mooring or unmooring, tank cleaning in tankers, or preparation of
cargo holds in dry cargo ships.
1.1.2 There should always be a sufficient number of qualified persons in a watch to perform any
required duties plus general surveillance of the ship, such as fire patrols, investigation of
unusual noises, protection of crew members working overside or within enclosed spaces,
or the initial stages of a man overboard situation.
1.2
Watches
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Inquiries concerning the subject of this Notice should be directed to the Office of the Maritime Administrator, Republic of the Marshall
Islands, c/o Marshall Islands Maritime and Corporate Administrators, Inc., 11495 Commerce Park Drive, Reston, VA 20191-1506 USA.
MI-01, 8/06
1.2.1 Except in vessels of 3000 GT or less, the Master or Chief Engineer should not keep a
regular watch.
1.2.2 Except in vessels of 3000 GT or less, a three-watch system should be adopted for both
navigational and engine room watches (except, of course, in vessels certified for
unattended machinery operations).
1.2.3 Where the bridge watch is normally limited in numbers, there should be a routine for
providing additional assistance without delay. This means that standby personnel should
be identified and immediately contactable.
1.3
GMDSS Equipped Vessels
1.3.1 For vessels sailing without a radio maintainer on board, at least two (2) deck officers are
required to hold the GMDSS-General Operator Certificate. One (1) of the operators shall
be designated as having primary responsibility for radio communications during distress
incidents. In this case, the duplication of on board equipment and shore-based
maintenance must be employed by the shipowner/operator.
1.3.2 For vessels sailing without two (2) deck officers on board holding GMDSS-General
Operator Certificates, a dedicated radio maintainer must be on board who holds either a
GMDSS-1st Class or GMDSS-2nd Class Radio Electronic Operator and Maintainer
Certificate and is designated as having primary responsibility for radio communications
during distress incidents. In this case, either the duplication of on board equipment or
shore-based maintenance must be employed by the shipowner/operator.
1.4
Unattended Machinery Operations

In ships certified for unattended machinery operations, a sufficient number of qualified
personnel must be carried to provide manual control of machinery in an emergency to
enable the vessel to reach port.
2.0
Minimum Safe Manning Certificates

The following notes outline the procedures followed by the Administration in issuing
Minimum Safe Manning Certificates.
2.1
Procedures
2.1.1 The scales following in section 2.2 are standards for general guidance only. Minimum safe
manning will be assessed on a ship-by-ship basis upon application to the Administration.
2.1.2 Subject to the governing principle that the Master is at all times responsible for the safe
operation of his ship, the Master may, in his discretion, vary the numbers of personnel on
any watch either by reduction under favorable conditions or by doubling watches in areas
of bad visibility or high traffic density.
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2.1.3 In assessing minimum deck manning, the Administration will consider the physical
dimensions of the vessel, layout of crew accommodation and internal communications
systems, all of which affect crew capabilities and response reactions. Shipyard plans and
other data may be requested.
2.1.4 In assessing minimum engine room manning, the kilowatt (kW) power of machinery shall
be the aggregate of main propulsion and any auxiliary machinery routinely operated. In
addition, engine room layout and proximity to boiler rooms, etc., will be evaluated. Plans
and other data may be requested. Where a multiple main engine arrangement exists,
additional engineers may be required.
2.1.5 If a company submits a proposal for the minimum safe manning level of a ship, the
proposal will be evaluated by the Administration to ensure that:
.1
the proposed ships complement contains the number and grades/capacities of the
personnel to fulfil the task, duties and responsibilities required for the safe
operation of the ship, for protection of the marine environment and for dealing
with emergency situations; and
.2
the master, officers and other members of the ships complement are not required
to work more hours than is safe in relation to the performance of their duties and
the safety of the ship and that the requirements for work and rest hours, in
accordance with applicable national regulations, can be complied with.
2.1.6 If an Interdepartmental Flexibility (IDF) System of manning is proposed, the specifications

and operational elements of the system must be clearly defined, and the Administration will
require evidence that all personnel are competent to perform the additional duties
assigned. Personnel shall not be employed in capacities for which they are untrained or
unqualified.
2.1.7 If a General Purpose (GP) manning system is proposed, the Administration will require
evidence that the ratings concerned have adequate training and experience. This would
particularly apply if the number of General Purpose ratings, GP-1s, proposed is less than
the total number required by the BASIC MANNING scales below.
2.1.8 The Administration will require a company to amend a proposal for the minimum safe
manning level of a ship if, after evaluation of the original proposal submitted by the
company, the Administration is unable to approve the proposed composition of the ships
complement.
2.1.9 The Administration will only approve a proposal for the minimum safe manning level of a
ship and correspondingly issue a minimum safe manning document if it is fully satisfied
that the proposed ships complement is established in accordance with the principles,
recommendations and guidelines contained in Resolution A.890(21), and is adequate in all
respects for the safe operation of the ship and for the protection of the marine
environment.
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2.1.10 The Administration will not approve any proposal for exceptions or dispensations to
minimum safe manning that is less than the total number required by the BASIC
MANNING scales below for any vessel granted a waiver of the age limitation to
registration.
2.1.11 The Administration will withdraw the minimum safe manning document of a ship if the
company fails to submit a new proposal for the ships minimum safe manning level when
the changes in trading area(s), construction, machinery, equipment or operation and
maintenance of the ship have taken place which affect the minimum safe manning level.
2.1.12 The Administration will review and may withdraw, as appropriate, the minimum safe
manning document of a ship that persistently fails to be in compliance with rest hours
requirements.
2.2
Standards for General Guidance
2.2.1 Entry-level ratings (junior ordinary seaman, wiper, or General Purpose Trainee (GPT))
will not be acceptable as part of the basic minimum safe manning watchstanding
complement.
2.2.2 Basic Manning Requirements
APPLICATION
SCALE
All ships over 8000 GT/3000 kW

Non-Automated
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
Radio Officer/GMDSS
Three (3) Able Seamen
Two (2) Ordinary Seamen
Chief Engineer
1st Assistant Engineer
2nd Assistant Engineer
3rd Assistant Engineer
Three (3) Oiler/Motormen
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
Radio Officer/GMDSS
Four (4) Able Seamen
Chief Engineer
Two (2) Oiler/Motormen
All Gas Carriers and Passenger

Vessels over 8000 GT/3000 kW
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2.2.3 Reductions from Basic Manning - Deck

CATEGORY D/1
APPLICATION
SCALE
Vessels over 5000 GT but under

8000 GT
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
Radio Officer/GMDSS
Four (4) Able Seamen
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
Radio Officer/GMDSS
Two (2) Able Seamen
(3-watch ships)
CATEGORY D/2
CATEGORY D/3
CATEGORY D/4
CATEGORY D/5
Vessels over 3000 GT but under

5000 GT
(3-watch ships)
Vessels under 3000 GT but over 500
GT
(2-watch ships can go into 3
watches if necessary)
Vessels under 500 GT
Vessels engaged in special or

unusual operations
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Radio Operators(s)/GMDSS
Two (2) Able Seamen
One (1) Ordinary Seaman
Master
Chief Mate
Radio Operator(s)
Two (2) Seamen
By direction of the Administration
upon application
2.2.4 Reductions from Basic Manning - Engine

CATEGORY E/1
APPLICATION
Vessels over 3000 kW and certified
for unattended operation
CATEGORY E/2
Vessels under 3000 kW but over

750 kW not equipped for
unattended operation
CATEGORY E/3
Vessels under 3000 kW but over

750 kW and certified for
unattended operation
CATEGORY E/4
Vessels under 750 kW and not

equipped for unattended operation
CATEGORY E/5
Vessels under 750 kW and certified

for unattended operation
SCALE
Chief Engineer
Chief Engineer
Chief Engineer
Chief Engineer
Chief Engineer
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2.2.5 Reductions from Basic Manning - MOU

Schedule A
Application
Self Propelled Mobile
Offshore Drilling Unit
On Location/ Field Move

Offshore Installation Manager
Barge Supervisor
Two (2) Ballast Control Operators
Two (2) Able Seamen MODU
One (1) Ordinary Seaman MODU
Maintenance Supervisor
Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
Second Assistant Engineer
Two (2) Oiler/Motormen MODU
For voyages of less

than 72 hours but
more than 16 hours
Underway
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
Chief Engineer
Master
Two (2) Third Mates
Two (2) Asst. Maint. Sups
Master
Two (2) Third Mates
For voyages 16 hours

or less, but more than
8 hours
Asst. Maint. Sup.
Master
Two (2) Third Mates
Two (2) Able Seamen
Ordinary Seamen
For voyages of 8 hours

or less
Asst. Maint. Sup.
Oiler/Motormen
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Schedule
DPV
Application
Dynamically
Positioned (DP) Unit
and Drilling Ships

Master
Chief Mate
Third Mate
Underway
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
Chief Engineer
First Assistant Engineer
Second Assistant Engineer
Third Assistant Engineer
Two (2) Oiler/Motormen MODU
Chief Engineer
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
For voyages of less

than 72 hours but
more than 16 hours
Chief Engineer
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
For voyages 16 hours

or less, but more than
8 hours
Chief Engineer
For voyages of 8 hours
or less
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
Two (2) Able Seamen
One (1) Ordinary Seamen
Chief Engineer
One (1) Oiler/Motormen
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Schedule B
Application
Non-self-propelled
Bottom Bearing Unit
Schedule C
Non-self-propelled
Unit (excluding Nonself-propelled Bottom
Bearing Unit)
Schedule D
Self-propelled Oil
Storage Vessel - Nonautomated
Schedule D
Self-propelled Oil
Storage Vessel
Automated
On Location/Field Move
Barge Supervisor
Master or Offshore Installation Manager
Underway/Towed
Barge Supervisor

Chief Engineer
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate


Schedule E
Non-self-propelled Oil
Storage Vessel
Schedule F
Non-self propelled
Unit barge
Schedule G
Non-self propelled
unit MOU;
excluding non-self
propelled bottom
bearing units
Self propelled
Offshore Support
Vessel - manned
machinery spaces
Schedule H
Schedule H
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Application
Self propelled
Offshore Support
Vessel unmanned


Barge Supervisor
Master

Master
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Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
Chief Engineer
N/A

Barge Supervisor
Master
Chief Mate
Third Mate
Chief Engineer
Third Assistant Engineer
Three (3) Oiler Motormen
Underway/Towed
Master
Chief Mate
Third Mate
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machinery spaces
Barge Supervisor
CB
Non-self propelled
unit barge floating
load facility
Crew/work boats
FV
Fishing Vessels
N/A
Schedule I
N/A
LH
Line handling vessels
N/A
SP
Special Purpose Vessel
N/A
Chief Engineer
Two (2) Oiler Motormen
N/A
Master
Mate
Deck Hand
Skipper
Mate
Two (2) Deckhands
Chief Engineer
Assistant Engineer
Two (2) Maintenance Personnel
Coxswain
Deckhand
Master
Chief Mate/Towmaster
Two (2) Third Mates/Towmaster
Chief Engineer
NOTE:
Unless the manning specifically states MODU in Schedules A, DPV, B, C, F, and G the
seafarers must be qualified in accordance with STCW regulations.
None of the seafarers need to be certified in accordance with STCW regulations in

Schedules CB, FV, and LH.
2.2.6 Yachts
The Minimum Manning Levels required for Commercial Yachts over 24 meters in load line
length or 80 Gross Tons can be found in the Commercial Yacht Code, publication MI-103,
Annex 4. The Minimum Safe Manning Levels are set forth in this Marine Notice in
Schedule 10 for Commercial Yachts and Schedule 11 for Private Yachts that are certified
for 84 days of chartering under the provisions of the Declaration of Private Use, form MI127.
Private Yachts do not fall under STCW regulations and therefore are not required to have
MSMCs. However, owners of private yachts may request an MSMC. If so requested the
MSMC will be issued at the corresponding Commercial Yacht Levels unless requested
otherwise.
2.3
Form of Minimum Safe Manning Certificate
2.3.1 The following information will be included in the minimum safe manning document issued
by the Administration specifying the minimum safe manning level:
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a clear statement of the ships name, port of registry, distinctive number or letters,
IMO number, gross tonnage, main propulsion power, type and trading area and
whether or not the machinery space is unattended;
.2
a table showing the number and grades/capacities of the personnel required to be

carried, together with any special conditions or other remarks;
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a formal statement by the Administration that, in accordance with the principles

and guidelines set out in Annexes 1 and 2 of IMO Resolution A.890(21), the ship
named in the document is considered to be safely manned if, whenever it proceeds
to sea, it carries not less than the number and grades/capacities of personnel shown
in the document, subject to any special conditions stated therein;
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a statement as to any limitations on the validity of the document by reference to

particulars of the individual ship and the nature of service upon which it is
engaged; and
.5
the date of issue and any expiry date of the document together with a signature for
and the seal of the Administration.
2.3.2 The minimum safe manning certificate will be drawn up in a form corresponding to the
model provided in the IMO Resolution A.890(21). (See Annex for samples.)
2.3.3 Due to the unique operation of Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODUs) and Oil Storage
Vessels, separate manning schedules have been developed for these units/vessels. (See
Annex for samples.)
2.3.4 Applications for Minimum Safe Manning Certificates are available on our website
www.register-iri.com.
2.4
Reductions from Minimum Numbers
2.4.1 Reductions from the preceding minimum numbers may be considered by the
Administration on application by the ship operator, but applicants are advised that further
reductions will only be allowed when it can be demonstrated that safety will not be
affected. In all instances of reduced manning, it remains the Masters, Chief Engineers
and owners responsibility to provide sufficient personnel to cover additional
watchkeeping requirements, cargo handling and control, and maintenance of the vessel or
to make adequate alternative arrangements. For mobile offshore units on location,
minimum numbers will be subject to adjustment to comply with local coastal state
jurisdictional requirements.
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2.4.2 Certain reductions under paragraph 2.4.1 above may be achieved in the safe manning
complement by utilizing General Purpose ratings, but a General Purpose manning system
must first be proposed to and approved by the Administration, and the ratings must first be
fully trained to Able Seaman and Fireman/Watertender/Oiler standards of qualification.
Entry-level ratings cannot be included except as trainees and as agreed with the
Administration.
2.5
Survival Craft/Rescue Boat Crewman for the other that Fast Rescue Boats
2.5.1 Two (2) Survival craft/rescue boat crewmen are required for each lifeboat on ships in
accordance with the SOLAS Convention. One person shall be designated the person-incharge and another designated the second-in-command. Both the person-in-charge and
the second-in-command shall be identified by clearly marked life jackets. In addition to
the certified survival craft/rescue boat crewman assigned to each motor lifeboat, there
shall be a certified engineer or rating capable of starting the lifeboat engine and trouble
shooting minor engine problems.
2.5.2 On passenger ships, survival craft/rescue boat crewmen are required for lifeboats in
accordance with the scale given below as a standard for general guidance:
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Complement of
Lifeboat
40 or less persons
41 to 61 persons
62 o 85 persons
86 or more persons
Number of Certified
Survival Craftsmen
2
3
3
3
Other Assigned
Crewmembers
2
4
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Where more than two (2) survival craft/rescue boat crewmen are required for a
motor lifeboat, one of the survival craft/rescue boat crewmen may be the required
certified engineer or rating capable of starting the lifeboat engine and trouble
shooting minor engine problems.
2.5.3 On passenger ships, the other assigned crewmembers who are not certified survival
craft/rescue boat crewmen should be selected on the basis of their ability to remain calm,
help others during a period of stress and follow the directions of the certified survival
craft/rescue boat crewman in charge of the lifeboat. Their documented training should
include at least:
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the proper way to put on the Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) and how to instruct
others;
where applicable, how to put on Thermal Protective Aids (TPAs) and how to instruct
others;
where the fire extinguisher is and how to use it;
where the pyrotechnics are and how to use them;
where the provisions are and how to open them;
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where the bailers, buckets and bilge pump are and how to use them;
where the first aid kit is;
how to load and seat people safely in the boat;
how to safely embark and disembark disabled persons and persons in need of
assistance; and
where the muster list is located and how to use it.
2.5.4 A survival craft/rescue boat crewman shall be carried for each life raft on board a vessel,
and one additional certified survival craft/rescue boat crewman shall be assigned to each
davit-launched life raft and rescue chute boarding station to supervise the launching and
boarding activities.
2.5.5 On all MODUs and DP units, one (1) survival craft/rescue boat crewman shall be provided
for each lifeboat of not more than 40 persons capacity and two (2) survival craft/rescue
boat crewmen shall be provided for each lifeboat over 40 persons capacity. In cases where
life rafts are carried in lieu of lifeboats, one (1) survival craft/rescue boat crewman shall be
carried for each 25 units of life raft capacity, or part thereof.
2.6
Passenger Ship Personnel

Personnel serving on passenger ships, trained in accordance with Regulations V/2 and V/3
of STCW Convention, 1978, as amended are required to be nominated on the muster list
in sufficient number to assist the total number of passengers who may be on board at any
one time in emergency situations and shall be included in the ships Minimum Safe
Manning complement.
2.7
Fast Rescue Boats

Fast rescue boats shall be crewed by at least two (2) survival craft/rescue boat crewmen
specially trained and additionally certified in accordance with STCW Code Section AVI/2, Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats.
2.8
Medical Staff
Marshall Islands Maritime Regulation 7.38.6 requires the Master to allot emergency duties
and post such designated duties on a muster list. Of those duties, the following
assignments were required to be made under the STCW Convention, 1978, as amended.
2.8.1 Person in Charge of Medical Care - One (1) person aboard the vessel shall be designated
as Person in Charge of Medical Care. Such individual shall be required to demonstrate
and to show evidence of competency to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities as
defined by the STCW Code, Table A-VI/4-1, page 10.
2.8.2 First Aid Provider - A minimum of one (1) person aboard the vessel shall be designated as
First Aid Provider. Such persons shall be required to demonstrate and to show evidence
of competency to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities as defined by the SCTW
Code, Table A-VI/4-1, page 10.
2.8.3 Evidence of Competency- Evidence of Competency may be provided in the form of an
appropriate training course certificate, a letter from an Administration stating that the
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national officer requirements include such training, or Special Qualification Certificate

issued by this Administration to qualified applicants. Marshall Islands certification
requirements may be found in Sections 7.12 and 7.13 of the publication MI-118.
2.8.4 A single individual may serve as both Person in Charge of Medical Care and First Aid
Provider where considered appropriate, provided he/she is certified for the two (2)
competencies. Passenger carrying vessels, which have established a separate staffed
medical department, may assign these duties to those personnel.
Table A-VI/4-1
Column 1
Competence
Apply immediate
first aid in the
event of accident
or illness on
board
Specification of minimum standard of proficiency in medical first aid

Column 2
Column 3
Column 4
Knowledge, understanding
Methods for demonstrating
Criteria for evaluating
and proficiency
competence
competence
First-aid Kit
Assessment of evidence
The identification of probable
obtained from practical
cause, nature and extent of
Body structure and function
instruction
injuries is prompt, complete
Toxicological hazards on
and conforms to current firstboard, including use of the
aid practice
Medical First Aid Guide for
Use in Accidents Involving
Risk of harm to self and
Dangerous Goods (MFAG) or
others is minimized at all
its national equivalent
times
Examination of casualty or
patient
Treatment of injuries and the
patients condition is
Spinal injuries
appropriate, conforms to
Burns, scalds and effects of
recognized first-aid practice
heat and cold
and international guidelines
Fractures, dislocations and
muscular injuries
Medical care of rescued persons
Radio medical advice
Pharmacology
Sterilization
Cardiac arrest, drowning and
asphyxia
Table A-VI/4-2
Specification of minimum standard of proficiency for persons in charge of medical care on board ship
Column 1
Column 2
Column 3
Column 4
Competence
Knowledge, understanding and
Methods for
Criteria for
proficiency
demonstrating competence
evaluating competence
Provide medical Care of casualty involving:
Assessment of evidence
Identification of symptoms is
care to the sick
.1 head and spinal injuries
obtained from practical
based on the concepts of
and injured while .2 injuries of ear, nose, throat
instruction and
clinical examination and
they remain on
demonstration
medical history.
and eyes
board
.3 external and internal
Where practicable,
Protection against infection
bleeding
approved practical
and spread of diseases is
.4 burns, scalds and frostbite
experience at a hospital or complete and effective.
similar establishment
.5 fractures, dislocations and
muscular injuries
Personal attitude is calm,
.6 wounds, wounds healing and
confident and reassuring
infection
Treatment of injury or
.7 pain relief
condition is appropriate and
.8 techniques of sewing and
conforms to accepted
clamping
medical practice and
.9 management of acute
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Column 1
Competence
Participate in
co-ordinated
schemes for
medical
assistance to
ships
Column 2
Knowledge, understanding and
proficiency
abdominal conditions
.10 minor surgical treatment
.11 dressing and bandaging
Column 3
Methods for
demonstrating competence
Aspects of nursing:
.1 general principles
.2 nursing care
Diseases, including:
.1 medical conditions and
emergencies
.2 sexually transmitted diseases
.3 tropical and infectious
diseases
Alcohol and drug abuse
Dental care
Gynecology, pregnancy and
childbirth
Medical care of rescued persons
Death at sea
Hygiene
Disease prevention, including:
.1 disinfection, disinfestation,
de-ratting
.2 vaccinations
Keeping records and copies of
applicable regulations:
.1 keeping medical records
.2 international and national
maritime medical regulations
External assistance, including:
.1 radio medical advice
.2 transportation of the ill and
injured, including helicopter
evacuation
.3 medical care of sick seafarers
involving co-operation with
port health authorities or outpatient wards in port
Column 4
Criteria for
evaluating competence
relevant national and
international medical guides
The dosage and application
of drugs and medication
complies with
manufacturers
recommendations and
accepted medical practice
The significance of changes
in patients condition is
promptly recognized
Clinical examination
procedures are complete and
comply with instructions
received
The method and preparation
for evacuation is in
accordance with recognized
procedures and is designed
to maximize the welfare of
the patient
Procedures for seeking radio
medical advice conform to
established practice and
recommendations
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2.9
Tankermen
2.9.1 The STCW Convention, 1978, as amended, Regulation V/1 paras. 1 and 2, specifically
requires the master, chief engineer, chief officer, and first assistant engineer aboard a tank
vessel to have completed training courses appropriate to the type of tanker they are to
serve aboard and their competency certified by the Administration. It also requires officers
and ratings that have duties and responsibilities in connection with cargo and cargo
handling equipment to be similarly trained and certified.
2.9.2 The master, chief mate, chief engineer and first assistant engineer must hold the tankerman
qualification at the Management level; the junior officers in charge of cargo operations
must hold the tankerman qualification at the Operations level; and the ratings assisting
must hold qualification at the Support level. Certification requirements may be found in
Publication MI-118, Section 7.8.
3.0
Training and Qualifications for Persons on Passenger Vessels
3.1
STCW Convention Requirements

Ro/Ro passenger vessels and passenger vessels other than Ro/Ro passenger vessels must
comply with STCW Regulations V/2 and V/3 respectively and must appoint masters,
officers, ratings and other personnel who have the qualifications and have received the
mandatory minimum training required to serve aboard such vessels. Certification
requirements may be found in Publication MI-118, Sections 7.14 and 7.15.
3.2
Training Requirements Specific to Ro/Ro Passenger Vessels
3.2.1 Crowd Management Training - Personnel must be designated on the muster list to assist
passengers in emergencies. Their training must be as specified in Section A-V/2, para. 1 of
the STCW Code. Such personnel would include, for example, a waiter designated on the
muster list to assist passengers to the lifeboat deck in an emergency.
3.2.2 Familiarization Training - Essentially the same senior personnel required to take Crisis
Management and Human Behavior Training (Section 3.2.5) should know the operational
limitations and performance restrictions of the vessel they are serving on as they pertain to
the safety of life and the ship. The training should be as specified in Section A-V/2, para.
2 of the STCW Code.
3.2.3 Safety Training - Personnel providing direct services to passengers in passenger spaces
should receive training in communications and the use of life-saving appliances as
specified in Section A-V/2, para. 3 of the STCW Code.
3.2.4 Passenger Safety, Cargo Safety and Hull Integrity Training - Personnel whose regular
duties and responsibilities include the embarkation and debarkation of passengers,
including those with disabilities, for loading, discharging or securing cargo or for closing
hull openings should also be designated on the muster list with similar assignments in
emergencies. Their training should be as specified in Section A-V/2, para. 4 of the STCW
Code.
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3.2.5 Crisis Management & Human Behavior Training - Senior personnel, such as the Master,
Chief Engineer, Chief Mate, First Assistant Engineer and others having responsibility for
passenger safety must receive this training. This would also include a ships Safety
Officer, if carried. Training should be as specified in Section A-V/2, para. 5 of the STCW
Code.
3.2.6 Seafarers who are required to be trained in accordance with paragraphs 3.2.1, 3.2.4, and
3.2.5 above should at intervals not exceeding five (5) years, undertake appropriate
refresher training or be required to provide evidence of having achieved the required
standard of competence within the previous five (5) years.
3.3
Training Requirements Specific to Non-Ro/Ro Passenger Vessels
3.3.1 Crowd Management Training - Personnel must be designated on the muster list to assist
passengers in emergencies. Their training must be as specified in Section A-V/3, para. 1 of
the STCW Code. Such personnel would include, for example, a waiter designated on the
muster list to assist passengers to the lifeboat deck in an emergency.
3.3.2 Familiarization Training - Essentially the same senior personnel required to take Crisis
Management and Human Behavior Training (Section 3.3.4) should know the operational
limitations and performance restrictions of the vessel they are serving on as they pertain to
the safety of life and the ship. The training should be as specified in Section A-V/3, para.
2 of the STCW Code.
3.3.3 Passenger Safety Training - Personnel whose regular duties and responsibilities include the
embarkation and debarkation of passengers, including those with disabilities, should also
be designated on the muster list with similar assignments in emergencies. Their training
should be as specified in Section A-V/3, para. 3 and 4 of the STCW Code.
3.3.4 Crisis Management & Human Behavior Training - Senior personnel, such as the Master,
Chief Engineer, Chief Mate, First Assistant Engineer and others having responsibility for
passenger safety must receive this training. This would also include a ships Safety
Officer, if carried. Training should be as specified in Section A-V/3, para. 5 of the STCW
Code.
3.3.5 Seafarers who are required to be trained in accordance with paragraphs 3.3.1, 3.3.3, and
3.3.4 above should at intervals not exceeding five (5) years, undertake appropriate
refresher training or be required to provide evidence of having achieved the required
standard of competence within the previous five (5) years.
4.0
4.1
Port State Control

STCW Regulation I/4 enables port State authorities to verify conditions on any ship,
particularly as to the qualifications and ability of personnel on board. Port State
authorities may pay particular attention to the following:
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that all seafarers on board who are required to be certificated hold an appropriate
Marshall Islands certificate or provide documentary proof that an application for
an endorsement has been submitted to the Administration; and/or
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4.2
5.0
the numbers and certificates of the seafarers serving on board are in conformity
with the applicable safe manning requirements of the Administration.
In accordance with section A-I/4 of the STCW Code, port State authorities may assess the
ability of the seafarers of the ship to maintain watchkeeping standards as required by
STCW if there are clear grounds for believing that such standards are not being maintained
because of any of the following having occurred:
.1
the ship has been involved in a collision, grounding or stranding;
.2
there has been a discharge of substances from the ship when underway, at anchor
or at berth, which is illegal under any international convention;
.3
the ship has been maneuvered in an erratic or unsafe manner whereby routing
measures adopted by the IMO or safe navigation practices and procedures have
not been followed; or
.4
the ship is otherwise being operated in such a manner as to pose a danger to

persons, property or the environment.
Minimum Safe Manning Applications
5.1 Applications for Minimum Safe Manning Certificates (MSMCs) should be submitted to a
Marshall Islands Maritime Administration Regional Office along with the rest of the vessel
documentation application forms. Applications for MSMCs should be submitted using the
following forms:
.1
MI-336 for all Vessels except yachts
.2
MI-336MODU for Mobile Offshore Drilling Units, Oil Storage Vessels, Drilling
Platforms and Drill Ships
.3
MI-336CY for Commercial Yachts
5.1.1 Once received from the units operator the Regional Office will forward the application to
Seafarers Documentation (SD) in Reston for review and compilation of the MSMC. SD
will then forward the completed MSMC to the Regional Office for issuance.
5.1.2 MSMCs are compiled in accordance with the standards in Section 2.0 of this document on
either a certificate that is signed by a Deputy Commissioner for the Maritime Affairs of the
Republic of the Marshall Islands or by both the Deputy Commissioner and a Special
Agent. The Regional Office will advise SD in Reston as to which form is needed.
5.2
Copies of the various MI-336 forms can be found at the end of the Annex to this
document. General Instructions for each form follow below as indicated:
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MI-336 Ensure that all relevant spaces are completed with accurate information.
The upper box must be fully completed. The information required in each space is
apparent. If an item does not apply to the vessel, place an N/A in the space. The
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second box should be completed only for new registrations. The application must
be completed and signed by the person in the vessel Owners or Operators
Company that has been appointed the decision maker for the vessel.
If there are special considerations that may affect manning levels, they should be
included on the form at the bottom of the second box where it says
Comments/Special Considerations or vessel configurations that may affect
manning. This could include operations such as coastal or domestic trade,
number of rooms and/or bunks on the vessel, the vessels intended port schedule,
etc.
.2
MI-336MODU Ensure that all relevant spaces are completed with accurate
information. The upper box must be fully completed. The information required in
each space is apparent. If an item does not apply to the vessel, place an N/A in the
space. Be sure to check the box that applies to the type of equipment for which
the application is being completed. It is important to list the capacity of each
lifeboat as this will have a bearing on how many persons who are proficient in the
use of survival craft and rescue boats, other than fast rescue boats the particular
unit must carry.
This form allows the Operator to suggest a manning level for the unit for which the
application is being submitted. If no suggestion is made, the MSMC will be
compiled in accordance with the standard schedule.
.3
MI-336CY Generally, only commercial yachts require an MSMC. Private yacht

owners may apply for an MSMC but it has little value unless the owner engages
the yacht in the 84 day commercial trade. Then compliance with the MSMC is
required.
Ensure that all relevant spaces are completed with accurate information. The
upper box must be fully completed. The information required in each space is
apparent. If an item does not apply to the yacht, place an N/A in the space. The
second box should be completed only for new registrations. The application must
be completed and signed by the yacht Owner or person in the yacht Operators
Company that has been appointed the decision maker for the vessel.
If there are special considerations that may affect the manning, they should be
included on the form at the bottom of the second box where it says
Comments/Special Considerations or vessel configurations that may affect
manning. This could be operations such as trading area (e.g., less than 60
nautical miles offshore), number of bunks on the yacht, etc.
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ANNEX
MINIMUM SAFE MANNING CERTIFICATE
Issued under the provisions of regulation V/14.2 of the

INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974, As Amended
Under the authority of the Government of the
Republic of the Marshall Islands

By the Maritime Administrator
SCHEDULE 1
8,000 OR MORE GT AND 3,000 OR MORE KW
Particulars of ship
Name of ship
Distinctive number or letters
IMO number
Port of registry
Gross tonnage: National / Intl Tonnage Convention, 1969
Main propulsion (kW)
Type of ship
Periodically unattended machinery space
Trading area/Restrictions
Majuro
/
No */ Yes **
The ship named in this document is considered to be safely manned, if when it proceeds to sea, it carries not less than the
number and grades/capacities of personnel specified in the table(s) below.
Number of persons
Grade/capacity
Certificate (STCW regulations)
95 II/2
Master
95 II/2
Chief Mate
Second Mate
95 II/1
Third Mate
95 II/1
Able Seaman *
95 II/4
Ordinary Seaman
95 II/4
1 GMDSS 1st / 2nd Class Radio Electronic Operator/Maintainer or
2 Deck Officers holding GMDSS General Operator Certificate.
Chief Engineer
2nd Assistant Engineer **
3rd Assistant Engineer **
Oiler/Motorman *,**
95 III/2
95 III/2
95 III/1
95 III/1
95 III/4
Special requirements or conditions, if any:

Watchkeeping arrangements shall be at the discretion of the Master but shall never be of lesser standards than those prescribed by the
STCW Convention and IMO Resolution A.890(21).
The grades and numbers of personnel listed above reflect the minimum levels of manning necessary for the safety of navigation and
operation. Additional personnel as may be considered necessary for maintenance, or cargo handling and control, or watch keeping,
and as needed for required rest periods, are the responsibility of the owners, Master, and Chief Engineer.
* If all ratings on a vessel maintaining a fully manned machinery space are qualified as General Purpose (GP-1), the total number of
Able Seamen or Oiler/Motormen carried may be reduced by one (1).
** If classed for periodically unattended machinery operation and provided a record of satisfactory Automation Notation survey is
completed in accordance with Classification Society requirements, the 2nd and 3rd Assistant Engineers and one (1) Oiler Motorman
are no longer required.
Note: This document is applicable only to masters and to officers and ratings in the deck and engine departments.
Issued at Reston, Virginia U.S.A. on the
day of
, 20
Deputy Commissioner of Maritime Affairs
Rev. 2/05
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SCHEDULE A
SELF-PROPELLED MOBILE OFFSHORE DRILLING UNIT (MODU)
Name of unit
IMO number
Port of registry
Majuro
/
Type of ship
SELF-PROPELLED MODU
Trading area
UNRESTRICTED INTERNATIONAL VOYAGES
Grade/capacity
Master
Chief Mate
Barge Supervisor
Ballast Control Operator
Second Mate
Third Mate
Able Seaman
Able Seaman (MODU)
Ordinary Seaman
Ordinary Seaman (MODU)
Chief Engineer
Maintenance Supervisor *
Assistant Maintenance Supervisor *
Oiler/Motorman **
Oiler/Motorman (MODU)
Certificate
(STCW regulations)
95 II/2
Underway
> 72 hrs.
1
95 II/2
Number of persons
Underway Underway 16 Underway On Location/
72 > 16 hrs.
> 8 hrs.
8 > 0 hrs. Field Move
1
1
1
1
1
2
95 II/1
95 II/1
95 II/4
1
1
3
2
3
2
3
2
3
95 II/4
2
1
95 III/2
95 III/2
95 III/1
95 III/1
95 III/4
1
1
3
1
2
Note(s): When a GMDSS installation is required, two GMDSS Operators must be provided while underway and one GMDSS Operator
is required while on location.
One (1) survival boat/rescue craft crewman shall be provided for each lifeboat of not more than 40 persons capacity and two (2) survival
boat/rescue craft crewmen shall be provided for each lifeboat over 40 persons capacity.
Field moves of 20 nautical miles or less and not more that 8 hours duration may be made, provided one (1) STCW Convention certified
Master or Mate is standing watch as officer in charge of the navigational watch if not under tow.
Ballast Control Operators are required on semi-submersible units.
For voyages of less than 16 hours the crew may be reduced by 2 Able Seamen, 1 Ordinary Seaman and 1 Oiler/Motorman.
* For Dynamically Positioned Units underway more than 72 hours a Maintenance Supervisor and Assistant Maintenance Supervisor(s)
may be substituted for Chief Engineer and all Assistant Engineers.
completed in accordance with Classification Society requirements, the 2nd and 3rd Assistant Engineers and one (1) Oiler/Motorman are
no longer required.
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, 20
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SCHEDULE DPV
DYNAMIC POSITIONING VESSEL DRILL SHIP
Name of unit
IMO number
Port of registry
Type of ship
Trading area: UNRESTRICTED INTERNATIONAL VOYAGES
Majuro
/
Grade/capacity
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
Able Seaman
Able Seaman (MODU)
Ordinary Seaman
Chief Engineer
Maintenance Supervisor *
Oiler/Motorman **
Certificate
(STCW regulations)
95 II/2
95 II/2
95 II/1
95 II/1
95 II/4
95 II/4
95 III/2
95
95
95
95
III/2
III/1
III/1
III/4
Underway
> 72 hrs.
1
1
1
1
3
2
1
1
1
1
3
-
Number of persons
Underway
Underway Underway
72 > 16 hrs. 16 > 8 hrs. 8 > 0 hrs.
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
3
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
-
On Location/
Field Move
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
Note(s): When a GMDSS installation is required, two (2) GMDSS Operators must be provided while underway and one (1) GMDSS
Operator is required while on location.
One (1) survival boat/rescue craft crewman shall be provided for each lifeboat of not more than 40 persons capacity and two (2) survival
boat/rescue craft crewmen shall be provided for each lifeboat over 40 persons capacity.
Field moves of 20 nautical miles or less and not more that eight (8) hours duration may be made, provided one (1) STCW Convention
certified Master or Mate is standing watch as officer in charge of the navigational watch if not under tow.
Ballast Control Operators are required on semi-submersible units.
For voyages of less than 16 hours the crew may be reduced by two (2) Able Seamen, one (1) Ordinary Seaman and one (1)
Oiler/Motorman.
When on station and operating in dynamic positioning mode at least two (2) persons on board shall be properly trained in dynamic
positioning operations.
* When underway more than 72 hours a Maintenance Supervisor and Assistant Maintenance Supervisor(s) may be substituted for Chief
Engineer and all Assistant Engineers.
completed in accordance with Classification Society requirements, the 2nd and 3rd Assistant Engineers and one (1) Oiler/Motorman are
no longer required.
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, 20
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SCHEDULE B
NON-SELF-PROPELLED BOTTOM BEARING UNIT
MOBILE OFFSHORE DRILLING UNIT (MODU)
Name of unit
IMO number
Port of registry
Type of Unit
Trading area/restrictions:
Majuro
/
NON-SELF-PROPELLED MODU (BOTTOM BEARING)
The unit named in this document is considered to be safely manned, if when it proceeds to sea it carries not less than the
Grade/capacity
Able Seaman (MODU)
Survival Craft/Rescue Boat Crewmen*
Number of persons
On Location/Field Move
1
2
1
Towed
1
2
1
Note(s):
When a GMDSS installation is required one GMDSS Operator must be provided.
Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) must be familiar with the operations manual requirements and stability
Characteristics of the unit. Further, the OIM is responsible for the efficiency of any equipment necessary to ensure safety
of personnel.
* One (1) survival boat/rescue craft crewman shall be provided for each lifeboat of not more than 40 persons capacity and
two (2) survival boat/rescue craft crewmen shall be provided for each lifeboat over 40 persons capacity. Personnel serving
in another capacity with survival craft/rescue boat certification may be used to satisfy this manning requirement.
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, 20

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SCHEDULE C
NON-SELF-PROPELLED UNIT
MOBILE OFFSHORE DRILLING UNIT (MODU)
(Excluding Non-Self-Propelled Bottom Bearing Units)
Name of unit
IMO number
Port of registry
Type of unit
Majuro
/
NON-SELF-PROPELLED MODU
The unit named in this document is considered to be safely manned, if when it proceeds to sea, it carries not less than the
Grade/capacity
Barge Supervisor
Ballast Control Operators
Able Seaman (MODU)
Survival Craft/Rescue Boat Crewmen**
Number of persons
On Location/Field Move*
1
1
2
2
1
Towed
1
1
2
2
1
Note(s):
When a GMDSS installation is required one GMDSS Operator must be provided.
Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) must be familiar with the operations manual requirements and stability
characteristics of the unit. Further, the OIM is responsible for the efficiency of any equipment necessary to ensure safety of
personnel.
*Field moves of 20 nautical miles or less and not more that 8 hours duration may be made, provided one (1) STCW
Convention certified Master or Mate is standing watch as officer in charge of the navigational watch if not under tow.
** One (1) survival boat/rescue craft crewman shall be provided for each lifeboat of not more than 40 persons capacity and
two (2) survival boat/rescue craft crewmen shall be provided for each lifeboat over 40 persons capacity. Personnel serving
in another capacity with survival craft/rescue boat certification may be used to satisfy this manning requirement.
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, 20
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SCHEDULE D
SELF-PROPELLED OIL STORAGE VESSEL
Name of vessel
IMO number
Port of registry
Type of ship
Majuro
/
OIL STORAGE VESSEL
Number of persons
Grade/capacity
On Location
Underway
Master *
95 II/2
1
1
Chief Mate
95 II/2
1
Second Mate
95 II/1
1
Third Mate
95 II/1
1
Able Seaman **
95 II/4
3
3
Ordinary Seaman
95 II/4
2
1 GMDSS 1st / 2nd Class Radio Electronic Operator/Maintainer or
2 Deck Officers holding GMDSS General Operator Certificate.
Chief Engineer
2nd Assistant Engineer ***
3rd Assistant Engineer ***
Oiler/Motorman ***
95 III/2
95 III/2
95 III/1
95 III/1
95 III/4
1
3
1
1
1
1
3

* Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) MODUs may be substituted for Master.
** If involved in cargo operations, a tankerman special qualification is required.
*** If classed for periodically unattended machinery operation when underway and provided a record of satisfactory
Automation Notation survey is completed in accordance with Classification Society requirements, the 2nd and 3rd Assistant
Engineer and one (1) Oiler/Motorman are no longer required.
Watchkeeping arrangements shall be at the discretion of the Master but shall never be of lesser standards than those prescribed
by the STCW Convention and IMO Resolution A.890(21).
The grades and numbers of personnel listed above reflect the minimum levels of manning necessary for the safety of navigation
and operation. Additional personnel as may be considered necessary for maintenance, or cargo handling and control, or watch
keeping, and as needed for required rest periods, are the responsibility of the owners, Master, and Chief Engineer.
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, 20
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Rev. 12/09
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SCHEDULE E
NON-SELF-PROPELLED OIL STORAGE VESSEL
Name of vessel
IMO number
Port of registry
Type of ship
Majuro
/
OIL STORAGE VESSEL
Grade/capacity
Number of persons
On Location
1
Master *
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
Able Seaman **
Ordinary Seaman
95 II/2
95 II/2
95 II/1
95 II/1
95 II/4
95 II/4
Chief Engineer
Oiler/Motorman
95 III/2
95 III/2
95 III/1
95 III/1
95 III/4
1
3
Note(s): Personnel operating radio equipment must be qualified and licensed as prescribed by SOLAS 74, (1988
Amendments), Regulations 16.1.
*Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) MODUs may be substituted for Master.
**If involved in cargo operations, a tankerman special qualification is required.
Two (2) survival boat/rescue craft crewmen shall be provided for each lifeboat and one (1) survival boat/rescue craft
crewman for each davit launched life raft station. If no lifeboats are carried, two (2) survival boat/rescue craft crewmen
shall be provided for each davit launched life raft station.
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, 20
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Issued in accordance with the requirements of MI-127, Declaration of Private Use

SCHEDULE 11
PRIVATE YACHTS DOING CHARTERING
Particulars of vessel
Name of vessel
IMO number (put N/A if applicable)
Port of registry
Main propulsion (kW) per engine
Number of Engines
Type of vessel
The vessel named in this document is considered to be safely manned, if when it proceeds to sea, it carries not less than
the number and capacities of personnel specified in the table(s) below.
Capacity
Master
Chief Mate
OICNW (Deck)
Deck Rating
Deck Hand
Chief Engineer
2nd Engineer
OICEW (Engine)
Engine Rating
STCW
Grad
II/2, II/3
II/2, II/3
II/1
II/4
III/2, III/3
III/2, III/3
III/1
III/4
Category 2 (<60)
Number
-
Category 1
(<150)
Number
-
Category 0
(Unlimited)
Number
-

If Applicable: 1 GMDSS General Operator when operating > 60 mi
day of
, 20

* II/2 Masters, CM 500GT
II/3 OICNW & Masters <500GT

III/2 OE, 2E >3000kW
III/3 CE, 2E 750-3000kW
Rev. 12/08
Rev. 12/09
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Issued under the provisions of Annex IV of the Commercial Yacht Code (MI-103)
and

SCHEDULE 10
COMMERCIAL YACHTS
Particulars of vessel
Name of vessel
IMO number (put N/A if applicable)
Port of registry
Main propulsion (kW) per engine
Number of Engines
Type of vessel
The vessel named in this document is considered to be safely manned, if when it proceeds to sea, it carries not less than
the number and capacities of personnel specified in the table(s) below.
Capacity
STCW
Grad
II/2, II/3
II/2, II/3
II/1
II/4
Master
Chief Mate
OICNW (Deck)
Deck Rating
Deck Hand
Chief Engineer
2nd Engineer
OICEW (Engine)
Engine Rating
III/2, III/3
III/2, III/3
III/1
III/4
Category 2 (<60)
Number
-
Category 1
(<150)
Number
-
Category 0
(Unlimited)
Number
-

If Applicable: 1 GMDSS General Operator when operating > 60 mi
Issued at
Reston, Virginia U.S.A. on the
day of
, 20

Office of the Maritime Administrator
* II/2 Masters, CM 500GT
II/3 OICNW & Masters <500GT

III/2 OE, 2E >3000kW
III/3 CE, 2E 750-3000kW
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Rev. 12/09
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APPLICATION FOR MINIMUM SAFE MANNING CERTIFICATE

Owner/Operator Name:
Address:
Phone Number:
Fax Number:
Vessel Name:
Previous Vessel Name:
Official Number:
IMO Number:
Type:
Date Built:
Gross Tonnage:
Net Tonnage:
Trading Route:
Number of Main Engines:
Type of Boilers:
KW Propulsion:
Automated Machinery:
Steam:
Yes
No
Motor:
Yes
Yes
No
No
Indicate Class Notations for Unattended Machinery Operation if any:

Classification Society:
Number of Lifeboats:
Number of Rescue Boats:
Number of Life Rafts:
Life Rafts with Launching Appliances:
FOR NEW REGISTRATIONS ONLY

Expected Date of Registration:
Expected Location of Registration:
Comments/Special operational considerations or vessel configurations that may affect manning:
Application will be reviewed by the Administration and a Minimum Manning Certificate under the authority of
Maritime Regulation 7.38.6, will be issued, subject to all necessary information requested being provided. Special
proposals or requests for non-standard manning should be attached to this application with complete support
documentation.
Print Name of Submitter:
(Submitter should be a nominated Decision Maker for the above Vessel)
Signature of Submitter:
Title:
Date:
Mail Application To:
Rev. 5/08

c/o Marshall Islands Maritime and Corporate Administrators, Inc.
Attn: Seafarers Documentation
11495 Commerce Park Drive
Reston, Virginia 20191-1506 USA
Telephone: +1-703-620-4880 Fax: +1-703-476-8522
MI-336

MOBILE OFFSHORE DRILLING UNIT (MODU)/OIL STORAGE VESSEL
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Address:
Phone Number:
MODU/Vessel Name:
Fax Number:
Previous Name:
Official Number:
IMO Number:
Type:
Self-Propelled MODU
Non Self-Propelled MODU
Non Self-Propelled Bottom Bearing MODU
Self-Propelled Oil Storage Vessel
Non-Self-Propelled Oil Storage Vessel
Gross Tonnage:
Net Tonnage:
Date Built:
Trading Route:
KW Propulsion:
Yes
List all lifeboats required for 100% complement of unit and their certified capacities:
Type
Number
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Owners Minimum Manning Proposal

Underway
Master
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Third Mate
Able Seaman
Ordinary Seaman
GMDSS
Chief Engineer
Oiler/Motorman
On Location or Under Tow

Master
Chief Engineer
Barge Supervisor
2nd/3rd Assistant Engineer
Ballast Control Operator
Oiler/Motorman
Able Seaman (MODU)
Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
Able Seaman
GMDSS
Owners should attach whatever additional information is necessary to support their manning proposal. Non-marine personnel need
not be included in the minimum manning proposal. Application will be reviewed by Seafarers Documentation and a Minimum
Manning Certificate will be issued under the authority of Maritime Regulation 7.38.6, subject to all necessary information requested
being provided.
Print
Name
Submitter:
of
(Submitter should be a nominated Decision Maker for the above MODU/Vessel)
Title:
Date:

Telephone: +1-703-620-4880 Fax: +1-703-476-8522
Rev. 5/08
MI-336MODU

COMMERCIAL YACHT
Address:
Phone Number:
Fax Number:
Vessel Name:
Previous Vessel Name:
Official Number:
IMO Number:
Length (LWL):
Date Built:
Gross Tonnage:
Material of Hull:
Area of Operation:
<60 nm (2)
60 150 nm (1)
unlimited (0)
Number of Main Engines:
Number of Crew Berths:
KW Propulsion per Engine:
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Motor:
Sail:
Classification Society:
Type of Registry:
Number of Life Rafts:
Life Rafts with Launching Appliances:

FOR NEW REGISTRATIONS ONLY
Expected Date of Registration:

Expected Location of Registration:
Comments/Special
operational
considerations
or
vessel
configurations
that
may
affect
manning:
Application will be reviewed by the Administration and a Minimum Manning Certificate under the authority of
Maritime Regulation 7.38.6, will be issued, subject to all necessary information requested being provided. Special
proposals or requests for non-standard manning should be attached to this application with complete support
documentation.
Print Name of Submitter:
(Submitter should be a nominated Decision Maker for the above Vessel)
Title:
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What are the principles of safe manning outlined in the document?

What are the principles of safe manning outlined in the document?

What are the requirements for GMDSS equipped vessels?

What are the requirements for GMDSS equipped vessels?

REPUBLIC OF

THE MARSHALL ISLANDS

ALL SHIPOWNERS, OPERATORS, MASTERS AND OFFICERS OF

Minimum Safe Manning Requirements for Vessels.

Principles of Safe Manning

Sufficient Number of Qualified Persons

GMDSS Equipped Vessels

Unattended Machinery Operations

Minimum Safe Manning Certificates

2.1.6 If an Interdepartmental Flexibility (IDF) System of manning is proposed, the specifications

Standards for General Guidance

All ships over 8000 GT/3000 kW

All Gas Carriers and Passenger

2.2.3 Reductions from Basic Manning - Deck

Vessels over 5000 GT but under

Vessels over 3000 GT but under

Vessels engaged in special or

2.2.4 Reductions from Basic Manning - Engine

Vessels under 3000 kW but over

Vessels under 3000 kW but over

Vessels under 750 kW and not

Vessels under 750 kW and certified

2.2.5 Reductions from Basic Manning - MOU

On Location/ Field Move

For voyages of less

For voyages 16 hours

For voyages of 8 hours

On Location/ Field Move

For voyages of less

For voyages 16 hours

3rd Assistant Engineer

Master or Offshore Installation Manager

3rd Assistant Engineer

Master or Offshore Installation Manager

Offshore Installation Manager

On Location/ Field Move

Offshore Installation Manager

Three (3) Able Seamen

Line handling vessels

Special Purpose Vessel

None of the seafarers need to be certified in accordance with STCW regulations in

Form of Minimum Safe Manning Certificate

a table showing the number and grades/capacities of the personnel required to be

a formal statement by the Administration that, in accordance with the principles

a statement as to any limitations on the validity of the document by reference to

Reductions from Minimum Numbers

Passenger Ship Personnel

Fast Rescue Boats

national officer requirements include such training, or Special Qualification Certificate

Specification of minimum standard of proficiency in medical first aid

Training and Qualifications for Persons on Passenger Vessels

STCW Convention Requirements

Training Requirements Specific to Ro/Ro Passenger Vessels

Training Requirements Specific to Non-Ro/Ro Passenger Vessels