USCG Exam PracticeMMC application and renewal — 46 CFR Subchapter B
A mariner's deck officer endorsement expired 18 months ago. The mariner now applies for re-issuance. In addition to the standard renewal application requirements, what professional requirement must the mariner satisfy under 46 CFR §10.227(i)?
- A. Present evidence of at least 1 year of sea service during the past 5 years
- B. Pass a comprehensive open-book exercise covering appropriate subject matter
- ✓ Complete a course approved for this purpose or pass the complete examination for original issue of the endorsementCorrect
- D. Provide evidence of employment closely related to vessel operations for at least 3 years during the past 5 years
Why C is correct
46 CFR §10.227(i)(1) specifies that when a deck officer endorsement has been expired for more than 12 months, the standard professional requirements of §10.227(e) no longer apply. Instead, the applicant must demonstrate continued professional knowledge by completing a course approved for this purpose or by passing the complete examination for original issue of the endorsement. The other options are standard renewal alternatives under §10.227(e)(1) that do not apply once the 12-month grace period has passed.
Cited:46 CFR §10.227