USCG Exam PracticeLifeboatman — survival craft and davits
An applicant for a lifeboatman endorsement has 8 months of sea service but has NOT completed an approved course. Which statement correctly describes the applicant's eligibility?
- A. The applicant is eligible because 6 months of sea service is sufficient on its own.
- B. The applicant is eligible because 8 months exceeds the 6-month minimum when combined with any formal training.
- ✓ The applicant is not eligible because the 6-month path requires both sea service and completion of an approved course.Correct
- D. The applicant is not eligible because a minimum of 12 months is always required without an approved course.
Why C is correct
46 CFR §12.407(b)(2)(i) provides that the 6-month sea service path requires successful completion of an approved course in addition to the sea service. Without the approved course, the applicant must have at least 12 months of sea service per §12.407(b)(2)(ii).
Cited:46 CFR §12.407