USCG Exam PracticeSea time requirements for OUPV and Master
An applicant holds a Master of Great Lakes and Inland self-propelled vessels of unlimited tonnage endorsement and seeks to upgrade to Master of Oceans or Near-Coastal self-propelled vessels of unlimited tonnage. Under 46 CFR §11.404(b), what is the minimum sea service required under the authority of that credential, and how is Great Lakes service credited toward that requirement?
- A. 12 months required; Great Lakes service credited at two-for-one
- ✓ 24 months required; Great Lakes service credited on a day-for-day basis up to 100 percent of the total required serviceCorrect
- C. 24 months required; Great Lakes service credited on a day-for-day basis for up to 50 percent of the total required service
- D. 36 months required; Great Lakes service credited on a day-for-day basis up to 100 percent of the total required service
Why B is correct
46 CFR §11.404(b) requires not less than 24 months of sea service under the authority of the Great Lakes and inland credential. Under §11.404(b)(1), service on the Great Lakes is credited on a day-for-day basis up to 100 percent of the total required service, distinguishing it from other inland waters which are capped at 50 percent.
Cited:46 CFR §11.404(b)