USCG Exam Practice · Sea time requirements for OUPV and Master
An applicant for an OUPV endorsement on near-coastal waters must have a minimum of how many months of total vessel operating experience?
- A6 months
- B12 months✓ correct
- C24 months
- D36 months
Why B is correct
46 CFR §11.467(c) requires a minimum of 12 months of experience in the operation of vessels for a near-coastal OUPV endorsement, of which at least 3 months must be on ocean or near-coastal waters.
Cited:46 CFR §11.467(c)
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