USCG Exam PracticeSea time requirements for OUPV and Master
An applicant for master (OSV) of offshore supply vessels less than 1,600 GRT/3,000 GT requires 24 months of total service as mate, chief mate, or master on qualifying vessels. What fraction of that required service must have been served specifically as chief mate?
- A. At least one-quarter
- ✓ At least one-halfCorrect
- C. At least three-quarters
- D. All of the required service
Why B is correct
46 CFR §11.493(a) states that for master (OSV) of vessels less than 1,600 GRT/3,000 GT, at least one-half of the required 24 months of experience must be served as chief mate.
Cited:46 CFR §11.493(a)