USCG Exam PracticeLifeboatman — survival craft and davits
An applicant for a lifeboatman endorsement has completed an approved course but has only 6 months of sea service. Under which condition may this applicant qualify?
- A. The applicant does not qualify; 12 months of sea service is always required.
- B. The applicant qualifies because the approved course substitutes entirely for sea service.
- ✓ The applicant qualifies because 6 months of sea service combined with completion of an approved course satisfies one of the eligible pathways.Correct
- D. The applicant qualifies only if the sea service was in the deck department.
Why C is correct
46 CFR §12.407(b)(2)(i) provides that at least 6 months of sea service in any department, combined with successful completion of an approved course, satisfies the sea service requirement. The 12-month pathway under §12.407(b)(2)(ii) applies when no approved course is completed. Sea service department is not restricted.
Cited:46 CFR §12.407