I’ve been searching the threads and nothing seems to explain why I was issued a new (first-time) credential issued under the provisions SCTW for “Seafarers 1978, as amended”. I was wondering why this was not issued as SCTW-95? What is the difference?
It says, “qualified in accordance with the provisions of regulations: II/4; VI/1; VI/2” and under capacity, it has "Rating Forming part of a Navigational Watch (Able Seaman-Unlimited, and (Lifeboatman) I have within the last year taken and have certs for BST, and Lifeboatman
Also, my endorsement lists capacity as: “Able Seaman-Any Waters, Unlimited” , yet also states above , “capacities specified” (Domestic only). So… “any waters”, as long as it’s “domestic only”? I am unclear what this means and how to get it changed to “All Oceans”, in case I might want to work in Brazil, for example?
I’d much appreciate some clarification on these topics. I’m new at this, having been a commercial fisherman for decades, so please excuse my naivity. Also, my apologies for initially placing this on the Employment thread. I couldn’t figure out how to delete it and post it here.
[QUOTE=David W;63144]I’ve been searching the threads and nothing seems to explain why I was issued a new (first-time) credential issued under the provisions SCTW for “Seafarers 1978, as amended”. I was wondering why this was not issued as SCTW-95? What is the difference?[/QUOTE]
I’m going to take a stab at this as this is my understanding. If I’m wrong I hope I’m corrected so I’ll know also.
1978 was the first year that STCW was implemented, since then everything is an amendment from that date. 1995 was when BST became a requirement.
Side note I hate it when asked if I have STCW or STCW `95. Why yes I have a whole bunch of STCW codes, but no I do not have all of them and I doubt that no body does as there a dozens. Instead why don’t you ask me if I have BS, RFPNW, ETC.
[QUOTE=David W;63144]It says, “qualified in accordance with the provisions of regulations: II/4; VI/1; VI/2” and under capacity, it has "Rating Forming part of a Navigational Watch (Able Seaman-Unlimited, and (Lifeboatman) I have within the last year taken and have certs for BST, and Lifeboatman
Also, my endorsement lists capacity as: “Able Seaman-Any Waters, Unlimited” , yet also states above , “capacities specified” (Domestic only). So… “any waters”, as long as it’s “domestic only”? I am unclear what this means and how to get it changed to “All Oceans”, in case I might want to work in Brazil, for example?[/QUOTE]
Well you understand that you can’t work overseas with that, as long the vessel you’re on visits no ports other then US you can sail on that vessel. As to why it says domestic only I have no idea or how to remove it.
I believe you are being confused by the fact that there are two sections on the MMC. The STCW section lists your international qualifications like RFPNW (there is no “AB” rating internationally). Then there is the US Domestic section that lists your US ratings, like AB Unlimited.
My license lists “master” twice, once in each section, but it only lists AB and master of towing in the Domestic section because they are USCG only ratings. If your STCW section lists (I believe) II/4 (RFPNW) then you can be an AB in Brazil.
Thanks, Capt. Phoenix. This makes more sense. I appreciate you making this more clear, and I also appreciate the other valuable info I’ve gleaned off this site.