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[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987, as amended by CGD 81–059, 54 FR 135, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.402 Tonnage requirements for ocean or near coastal licenses for vessels of over 1600 gross tons.
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(a) To qualify for an ocean or near coastal license for vessels of any gross tons, all the required experience must be obtained on vessels of over 200 gross tons. At least one-half of the required experience must be obtained on vessels of over 1600 gross tons.

(b) If the applicant for an original or raise of grade of a license as master or mate does not have the service on vessels over 1600 gross tons required by paragraph (a) of this section, or is qualifying for third mate under the provisions of paragraph §10.407(c) of this subpart, a tonnage limitation is placed on the license based on the applicant's qualifying experience. The license is limited to the maximum tonnage on which at least 25 percent of the required experience was obtained, or 150 percent of the maximum tonnage on which at least 50 percent of the service was obtained, whichever is higher. Limitations are in multiples of 1000 gross tons, using the next higher figure when an intermediate tonnage is calculated. When the calculated limitation equals or exceeds 10,000 gross tons, the applicant is issued an unlimited tonnage license.

(c) Tonnage limitations imposed under paragraph (b) of this section may be raised or removed in the following manner:

(1) When the applicant has six months of service on vessels of over 1600 gross tons in the highest grade licensed, all tonnage limitations are removed.

(2) When the applicant has a total of six months of service on vessels of over 1600 gross tons in any licensed capacity other than the highest grade for which licensed, all tonnage limitations for the grade in which the service is performed are removed and the next higher grade license is raised to the tonnage of the vessel on which the majority of the service was performed. The total cumulative service before and after issuance of the limited license may be considered in removing all tonnage limitations.

(3) When the applicant has 12 months of service as able seaman on vessels over 1600 gross tons while holding a license as third mate, all tonnage limitations on the third mate's license are removed.

(d) Individuals holding licenses as master or mate of vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons, not more than 500 gross tons, or not more than 25–200 gross tons are prohibited from using the provisions of paragraph (c) of this section to increase the tonnages of their licenses.

[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987, as amended by CGD 81–059, 54 FR 135, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.403 Structure of deck licenses.
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The following diagram illustrates the deck license structure, including cross over points. The section numbers on the diagram refer to the specific requirements applicable.



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[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987, as amended by CGD 81–059, 54 FR 136, Jan. 4, 1989; USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63226, Nov. 19, 1999; 68 FR 35810, June 17, 2003]

§ 10.404 Service requirements for master of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of any gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for license as master of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of any gross tons is:

(a) One year of service as chief mate on ocean steam or motor vessels; or,

(b) One year of service on ocean steam or motor vessels while holding a license as chief mate of ocean steam or motor vessels as follows:

(1) A minimum of six months of service as chief mate; and,

(2) Service as officer in charge of a navigational watch accepted on a two-for-one basis (12 months as second or third mate equals six months of creditable service).

§ 10.405 Service requirements for chief mate of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of any gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for license as chief mate of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of any gross tons is one year of service as officer in charge of a navigational watch on ocean steam or motor vessels while holding a license as second mate.

§ 10.406 Service requirements for second mate of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of any gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for license as second mate of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of any gross tons is:

(a) One year of service as officer in charge of a navigational watch on ocean steam or motor vessels while holding a license as third mate; or,

(b) While holding a license as third mate of ocean steam or motor vessels of any gross tons, 12 months of service on deck as follows:

(1) A minimum of six months service as officer in charge of a deck watch on ocean steam or motor vessels; in combination with,

(2) Service on ocean steam or motor vessels as boatswain, able seaman, or quartermaster while holding a certificate as able seaman, which may be accepted on a two-for-one basis to a maximum allowable substitution of six months (12 months of experience equals 6 months of creditable service); or,

(c) A licensed master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of any gross tons or master of inland steam or motor vessels of any gross tons, may obtain a license as second mate of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of any gross tons by completing the prescribed examination in subpart I of this part.

[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987, as amended by CGD 81–059, 54 FR 138, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.407 Service requirements for third mate of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of any gross tons.
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(a) The minimum service or training required to qualify an applicant for license as third mate of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of any gross tons is:

(1) Three years of service in the deck department on ocean steam or motor vessels, six months of which shall have been as able seaman, boatswain, or quartermaster, while holding a certificate as able seaman. Experience gained in the engine department on vessels of appropriate tonnage may be creditable for up to three months of the service requirements for this license; or,

(2) Graduation from:

(i) The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (deck curriculum);

(ii) The U.S. Coast Guard Academy and qualification as an underway officer in charge of a navigational watch;

(iii) The U.S. Naval Academy and qualification as an underway officer in charge of a navigational watch; or,

(iv) The deck class of a maritime academy approved by and conducted under rules prescribed by the Maritime Administrator and listed in part 310 of this title, including the ocean option program in the deck class of the Great Lakes Maritime Academy; or,

(3) Satisfactory completion of a three year apprentice mate training program approved by the Commandant.

(b) Graduation from the deck class of the Great Lakes Maritime Academy with no ocean sea service will qualify the graduate to be examined for a license as third mate near coastal steam or motor vessels of any gross tons.

(c) While holding a license as master of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 1,600 gross tons, one year of service as master on vessels of over 200 gross tons operating on ocean or near coastal waters will qualify the applicant for a license as third mate of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of any gross tons.

[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987, as amended by USCG 2002–13213, 67 FR 64315, Oct. 18, 2002]

§ 10.410 Requirements for deck licenses for vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons.
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(a) Licenses as master and mate of vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons are issued in the following tonnage categories:

(1) Not more than 1,600 gross tons;

(2) Not more than 500 gross tons; or,

(3) Between 25–200 gross tons in 50 ton increments and with appropriate mode of propulsion such as steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail.

(b) Experience gained in the engine department on vessels of appropriate tonnage may be creditable for up to 25 percent of the service requirements for any mate license in this category.

(c) A license in this category obtained with an orally-assisted examination will be limited to 500 gross tons. In order to raise that tonnage limit to 1,600 gross tons, the written examination and service requirements must be satisfied.

[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987, as amended by CGD 81–059, 54 FR 138, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.412 Service requirements for master of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as master of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons is:

(a) Four years total service on ocean or near coastal waters. Service on Great Lakes and inland waters may substitute for up to two years of the required service. Two years of the required service must have been on vessels of over 100 gross tons. Two years of the required service must have been as a master, mate master or mate (pilot) of towing vessels, or equivalent supervisory position while holding a license as master, mate master or mate (pilot) of towing vessels. One year of the service as master, mate master or mate (pilot) of towing vessels, or equivalent supervisory position must have been on vessels of over 100 gross tons; or,

(b) An applicant holding a license as chief mate or second mate of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of over 1600 gross tons is eligible for this license upon completion of a limited examination.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 138, Jan. 4, 1989, as amended by USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999; 66 FR 20936, Apr. 26, 2001]

§ 10.414 Service requirements for mate of ocean steam or motor vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as mate of ocean steam or motor vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons is:

(a) Three years total service in the deck department of ocean or near coastal steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels. Service on Great Lakes and inland waters may substitute for up to 18 months of the required service. One year of the required service must have been on vessels of over 100 gross tons. One year of the required service must have been as a master, mate master or mate (pilot) of towing vessels, or equivalent supervisory position while holding a license as master, mate master or mate (pilot) of towing vessels. Six months of the required service as master, mate master or mate (pilot) of towing vessels, or equivalent supervisory position must have been on vessels of over 100 gross tons; or,

(b) Three years total service in the deck department on ocean or near coastal steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels of over 200 gross tons. Six months of the required service must have been as able seaman.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 138, Jan. 4, 1989, as amended by USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999; 66 FR 20936, Apr. 26, 2001]

§ 10.416 Service requirements for mate of near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as mate of near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons is two years total service in the deck department of ocean or near coastal steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels. Service on Great Lakes and inland waters may substitute for up to one year of the required service. One year of the required service must have been on vessels of over 100 gross tons. Six months of the required service must have been as able seaman, boatswain, quartermaster, or equivalent position on vessels of over 100 gross tons while holding a certificate as able seaman.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 138, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.418 Service requirements for master of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 500 gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as master of ocean or near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 500 gross tons is:

(a) Three years total service on ocean or near coastal waters. Service on Great Lakes and inland waters may substitute for up to 18 months of the required service. Two years of the required service must have been as a master, mate, or equivalent supervisory position while holding a license as master, mate, or operator of uninspected passenger vessels. One year of the required service as master, mate, or equivalent supervisory position must have been on vessels of over 50 gross tons.

(b) The holder of a license as master or mate (pilot) of towing vessels authorizing service on oceans or near-coastal routes is eligible for a license as master of ocean or near-coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 500 gross tons after both 1 year of service as master or mate of towing vessels on oceans or near-coastal routes and completion of a limited examination.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 138, Jan. 4, 1989, as amended by USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999]

§ 10.420 Service requirements for mate of ocean steam or motor vessels of not more than 500 gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as mate of ocean steam and motor vessels of not more than 500 gross tons is two years total service in the deck department of ocean or near coastal steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels. Service on Great Lakes and inland waters may substitute for up to one year of the required service. One year of the required service must have been as a master, mate, or equivalent supervisory position while holding a license as master, mate, or operator of uninspected passenger vessels. Six months of the required service as master, mate, or equivalent supervisory position must have been on vessels of over 50 gross tons.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 138, Jan. 4, 1989, as amended by USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999]

§ 10.421 Service requirements for mate of near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 500 gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as mate of near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 500 gross tons is two years total service in the deck department of ocean or near coastal steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels. Service on Great Lakes and inland waters may substitute for up to one year of the required service. One year of the required service must have been on vessels of over 50 gross tons. Three months of the required service must have been as able seaman, boatswain, quartermaster, or equivalent position on vessels of over 50 gross tons while holding a certificate as able seaman.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 138, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.422 Tonnage limitations and qualifying requirements for licenses as master or mate of vessels of not more than 200 gross tons.
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(a) Except as noted in paragraph (e), all licenses issued for master or mate of vessels of not more than 200 gross tons are issued in 50 gross ton increments based on the applicant's qualifying experience. The license is limited to the maximum tonnage on which at least 25 percent of the required experience was obtained, or 150 percent of the maximum tonnage on which at least 50 percent of the service was obtained, whichever is higher. Limitations are in multiples of 50 gross tons using the next higher figure when an intermediate tonnage is calculated.

(b) The tonnage limitation on these licenses may be raised upon completion of:

(1) At least 45 days of additional service on deck on a vessel of a higher tonnage for a tonnage increase on a mate's license; or,

(2) At least 90 days of additional service on deck on a vessel of a higher tonnage for a tonnage increase on a master's license; or,

(3) Additional service, which, when combined with all previously accumulated service, will qualify the applicant for a higher tonnage license under the basic formula; or,

(4) Six months additional service in the deck department on vessels within the highest tonnage increment on the license. In this case, the tonnage limitation may be raised one increment.

(c) When the service is obtained on vessels upon which licensed personnel are not required, the OCMI must be satisfied that the nature of this qualifying service (i.e., size of vessel, route, equipment, etc.) is a reasonable equivalent to the duties performed on vessels which are required to engage licensed individuals.

(d) Service gained in the engineroom on vessels of not more than 200 gross tons may be creditable for up to 25 percent of the deck service requirements for mate.

(e) When the qualifying service is obtained upon vessels of five gross tons or less, the license will be limited to vessels of not more than 25 gross tons.

[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987, as amended by CGD 81–059, 54 FR 139, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.424 Service requirements for master of ocean steam or motor vessels of not more than 200 gross tons.
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(a) The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as master of ocean steam or motor vessels of not more than 200 gross tons is:

(1) Three years total service on ocean or near coastal waters. Service on Great Lakes and inland waters may substitute for up to 18 months of the required service. Two years of the required service must have been as master, mate, or equivalent supervisory position while holding a license as master, as mate, or as operator of uninspected passenger vessels; or,

(2) Two years total service as a licensed master or mate of ocean or near-coastal towing vessels. Completion of a limited examination is also required.

(b) In order to obtain an endorsement on this license for sail or auxiliary sail vessels, the applicant must submit evidence of 12 months of service on sail or auxiliary sail vessels. The required 12 months of service may have been obtained prior to issuance of the master's license.

(c) In addition to any required examination, the applicant must comply with the requirements listed in §10.401(g) of this subpart.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 139, Jan. 4, 1989, as amended by USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999]

§ 10.426 Service requirements for master of near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 200 gross tons.
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(a) The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as master of near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 200 gross tons is:

(1) Two years total service on ocean or near coastal waters. Service on Great Lakes and inland waters may substitute for up to one year of the required service. One year of the required service must have been as a master, mate, or equivalent supervisory position while holding a license as master, as mate, or as operator of uninspected passenger vessels; or,

(2) One year of total service as licensed master or mate of towing vessels on oceans or near-coastal routes. Completion of a limited examination is also required.

(b) In order to obtain an endorsement on this license for sail or auxiliary sail vessels, the applicant must submit evidence of 12 months of service on sail or auxiliary sail vessels. The required 12 months of service may have been obtained prior to issuance of the master's license.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 139, Jan. 4, 1989, as amended by USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999]

§ 10.427 Service requirements for mate of near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 200 gross tons.
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(a) The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for license as mate of near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 200 gross tons is:

(1) Twelve months total service in the deck department of ocean or near coastal steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels. Service on Great Lakes and inland waters may substitute for up to six months of the required service; or,

(2) Three months of service in the deck department of steam or motor vessels operating on ocean, near coastal, Great Lakes or inland waters while holding a license as master of inland steam or motor, sail or auxiliary sail vessels of not more than 200 gross tons.

(b) The holder of a license as operator of uninspected passenger vessels with a near coastal route endorsement may obtain this license by successfully completing an examination on rules and regulations for small passenger vessels.

(c) In order to obtain an endorsement on this license for sail or auxiliary sail vessels, the applicant must submit evidence of six months of deck service on sail or auxiliary sail vessels.

(d) A license as master of near coastal steam or motor vessels may be endorsed as mate of sail or auxiliary sail vessels upon presentation of three months of service on sail or auxiliary sail vessels.

(e) In order to obtain a tonnage endorsement of over 100 gross tons, the applicant must complete the additional examination topics indicated in subpart I of this part.

[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987. Redesignated and amended by CGD 81–059, 54 FR 139, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.428 Service requirements for master of near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 100 gross tons.
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(a) The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as master of near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 100 gross tons is two years total service in the deck department of steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels on ocean or near coastal waters. Service on Great Lakes and inland waters may substitute for up to one year of the required service.

(b) In order to obtain an endorsement on this license for sail or auxiliary sail vessels, the applicant must submit evidence of 12 months of service on sail or auxiliary sail vessels. The required 12 months of service may have been obtained prior to issuance of the license.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 139, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.429 Service requirements for limited master of near coastal steam or motor vessels of not more than 100 gross tons.
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(a) Limited masters' licenses for near coastal vessels of not more than 100 gross tons may be issued to applicants to be employed by organizations such as yacht clubs, marinas, formal camps and educational institutions. A license issued under this section is limited to the specific activity and the locality of the yacht club, marina or camp. In order to obtain this restricted license, an applicant must:

(1) Have four months of service on any waters in the operation of the type of vessel for which the license is requested;

(2) Satisfactorily complete a safe boating course approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators, or a safe boating course conducted by the U.S. Power Squadron or the American Red Cross, or a Coast Guard approved course. This course must have been completed within five years before the date of application; and,

(3) Pass a limited examination appropriate for the activity to be conducted and the route authorized.

(b) The first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course certificates required by §10.205(h) of this part will only be required when, in the opinion of the OCMI, the geographic area over which service is authorized precludes obtaining medical services within a reasonable time.

(c) In order to obtain an endorsement on this license for sail or auxiliary sail vessels, the applicant must submit evidence of four months of service on sail or auxiliary sail vessels. The required four months of service may have been obtained prior to issuance of the license.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 139, Jan. 4, 1989, as amended by USCG-2000–7790, 65 FR 58458, Sept. 29, 2000]

§ 10.430 Licenses for the Great Lakes and inland waters.
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Any license issued for service on the Great Lakes and inland waters is valid on all of the inland waters of the United States as defined in this part. Any license issued for service on inland waters is valid for the inland waters of the United States, excluding the Great Lakes. Licenses with either a Great Lakes and inland or an inland route are valid for service on the sheltered waters of the Inside Passage between Puget Sound and Cape Spencer, Alaska. As these licenses authorize service on waters seaward of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) demarcation line as defined in 33 CFR part 80, the applicant must complete an examination on the COLREGS or the license must be endorsed with an exclusion from such waters.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 139, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.431 Tonnage requirements for Great Lakes and inland licenses for vessels of over 1600 gross tons.
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(a) All required experience for Great Lakes and inland unlimited licenses must be obtained on vessels of over 200 gross tons. At least one-half of the required experience must be obtained on vessels of 1600 gross tons or over.

(b) Tonnage limitations may be imposed on these licenses in accordance with §10.402 (b) and (c).

§ 10.433 Service requirements for master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of any gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for license as master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of any gross tons is:

(a) One year of service as mate or first class pilot while acting in the capacity of first mate of Great Lakes steam or motor vessels of more than 1600 gross tons; or,

(b) Two years of service as master of inland (excluding the Great Lakes) steam or motor vessels of more than 1600 gross tons; or,

(c) One year of service upon Great Lakes waters while holding a license as mate or first class pilot of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of more than 1600 gross tons. A minimum of six months of this service must have been in the capacity of first mate. Service as second mate is accepted for the remainder on a two-for-one basis to a maximum of six months (12 months of service equals six months of creditable service).

§ 10.435 Service requirements for master of inland steam or motor vessels of any gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for license as master of inland (excluding the Great Lakes) steam or motor vessels of any gross tons is:

(a) One year of service as first class pilot (of other than canal and small lakes routes) or mate of Great Lakes or inland steam or motor vessels of more than 1,600 gross tons; or,

(b) Two years of service as wheelsman or quartermaster while holding a mate/first class pilot license.

§ 10.437 Service requirements for mate of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of any gross tons.
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(a) The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for license as mate of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of any gross tons is:

(1) Three years of service in the deck department of steam or motor vessels, at least three months of which must have been on vessels on inland waters and at least six months of which must have been as able seaman, inland mate, boatswain, wheelsman, quartermaster, or equivalent position;

(2) Graduation from the deck class of the Great Lakes Maritime Academy; or,

(3) While holding a license as master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons, one year service as master on vessels of over 200 gross tons.

(b) Service gained in the engine department on vessels of appropriate tonnage may be creditable for up to six months of the service requirements under paragraph (a)(1) of this section.

§ 10.442 Service requirements for master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons is:

(a) Three years total service on vessels. Eighteen months of the required service must have been on vessels of over 100 gross tons. One year of the required service must have been as a master, mate, or equivalent supervisory position on vessels of over 100 gross tons while holding a license as master, as mate, or as master of towing vessels; or,

(b) Six months of service as operator on vessels of over 100 gross tons while holding a license as master of towing vessels.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 140, Jan. 4, 1989, as amended by USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999]

§ 10.444 Service requirements for mate of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for license as mate of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons is:

(a) Two years total service in the deck department of steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels. One year of the required service must have been on vessels of over 100 gross tons. Six months of the required service must have been as able seaman, boatswain, quartermaster, or equivalent position on vessels of over 100 gross tons while holding a certificate as able seaman; or,

(b) One year total service as master of steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels, or operator of uninspected passenger vessels, of over 50 gross tons while holding a license as master steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels of not more than 200 gross tons or operator of uninspected passenger vessels; or,

(c) Six months total service as mate (pilot) of towing vessels on vessels of over 100 gross tons.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 140, Jan. 4, 1989, as amended by USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999]

§ 10.446 Service requirements for master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 500 gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 500 gross tons is:

(a) Three years total service on vessels. One year of the required service must have been as a master, mate, or equivalent supervisory position on vessels of over 50 gross tons while holding a license as master, as mate, or as operator of uninspected passenger vessels.

(b) An applicant holding a license as master of ocean, near coastal, or Great Lakes and inland towing vessels is eligible for this license after six months of service as master of towing vessels and completion of a limited examination. This requires three and one-half years of service. Two years of this service must have been served while holding a license as master or mate (pilot) of towing vessels, or mate.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 140, Jan. 4, 1989, as amended by USCG 1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999]

§ 10.448 Service requirements for mate of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 500 gross tons.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as mate of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 500 gross tons is two years total service in the deck department of steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels. One year of the required service must have been on vessels of over 50 gross tons. Three months of the required service must have been as able seaman, boatswain, quartermaster, or equivalent position on vessels of over 50 gross tons while holding a certificate as able seaman.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 140, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.450 Tonnage limitations and qualifying requirements for licenses as master or mate of Great Lakes and inland vessels of not more than 200 gross tons.
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(a) Except as noted in subparagraph (d), all licenses issued for master or mate of vessels of not more than 200 gross tons are issued in 50 ton increments based on the applicants qualifying experience in accordance with the provisions of §10.422. See the tonnage and qualifying service discussion in §10.422 for further clarification.

(b) Service gained in the engineroom on vessels of not more than 200 gross tons may be creditable for up to 25 percent of the deck service requirements for mate.

(c) When the service is obtained on vessels upon which licensed personnel are not required, the OCMI must be satisfied that the nature of this qualifying service (i.e., size of vessel, route, equipment, etc.) is a reasonable equivalent to the duties performed on vessels which are required to engage licensed individuals.

(d) When the qualifying service is obtained upon vessels of five gross tons or less, the license will be limited to vessels of not more than 25 gross tons.

§ 10.452 Service requirements for master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 200 gross tons.
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(a) The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 200 gross tons is one year of service on vessels. Six months of the required service must have been as master, mate, or equivalent supervisory position while holding a license as master, mate, master or mate (pilot) of towing vessels, or operator of uninspected passenger vessels. To obtain authority to serve on the Great Lakes, three months of the required service must have been on Great Lakes waters, otherwise the license will be limited to the inland waters of the United States (excluding the Great Lakes).

(b) In order to obtain an endorsement on this license for sail or auxiliary sail vessels, the applicant must have six months of service on sail or auxiliary sail vessels. The required six months of service may have been obtained prior to issuance of the master's license.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 140, Jan. 4, 1989, as amended by USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999]

§ 10.454 Service requirements for mate of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 200 gross tons.
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(a) The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as mate of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 200 gross tons is six months of service in the deck department of steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels. To obtain authority to serve on the Great Lakes, three months of the required service must have been on Great Lakes waters, otherwise the license will be limited to the inland waters of the United States (excluding the Great Lakes).

(b) In order to obtain an endorsement on this license for sail or auxiliary sail vessels, the applicant must submit evidence of three months of service on sail or auxiliary sail vessels.

(c) A license as master of steam or motor vessels may be endorsed as mate of sail or auxiliary sail vessels upon presentation of three months service on sail or auxiliary sail vessels.

(d) The holder of a license as operator of inland uninspected passenger vessels may obtain this license by successfully completing an examination on rules and regulations for small passenger vessels. To obtain authority to serve on the Great Lakes, three months of the required service must have been on Great Lakes waters, otherwise the license will be limited to the inland waters of the United States (excluding the Great Lakes).

(e) In order to obtain a tonnage endorsement of over 100 gross tons, the applicant must complete the additional examination topics indicated in subpart I of this part.

[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987, as amended by CGD 81–059, 54 FR 140, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.455 Service requirements for master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 100 gross tons.
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(a) The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for a license as master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 100 gross tons is one year of total service in the deck department of steam or motor, sail, or auxiliary sail vessels. To obtain authority to serve on the Great Lakes, three months of the required service must have been on Great Lakes waters, otherwise the license will be limited to the inland waters of the United States (excluding the Great Lakes).

(b) In order to obtain an endorsement on this license for sail or auxiliary sail vessels, the applicant must submit evidence of six months of service on sail or auxiliary sail vessels. The required six months of service may have been obtained prior to issuance of the license.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 140, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.456 Service requirements for limited master of Great Lakes and inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 100 gross tons.
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Limited masters' licenses for vessels of not more than 100 gross tons upon Great Lakes and inland waters may be issued to applicants to be employed by organizations such as formal camps, educational institutions, yacht clubs, and marinas with reduced service requirements. A license issued under this paragraph is limited to the specific activity and the locality of the camp, yacht club or marina. In order to obtain this restricted license, an applicant must:

(a) Have four months of service in the operation of the type of vessel for which the license is requested; and,

(b) Satisfactorily complete a safe boating course approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators, a public education course conducted by the U.S. Power Squadron or the American Red Cross, or a Coast Guard approved course. This course must have been completed within five years before the date of application; and,

(c) Pass a limited examination appropriate for the activity to be conducted and the route authorized.

(d) The first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course certificates required by §10.205(h) of this part will only be required when, in the opinion of the OCMI, the geographic area over which service is authorized precludes obtaining medical services within a reasonable time.

[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987. Redesignated and amended by CGD 81–059, 54 FR 140, Jan. 4, 1989; USCG-2000–7790, 65 FR 58458, Sept. 29, 2000]

§ 10.457 Service requirements for master of inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 100 gross tons.
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(a) An applicant for a license as master of inland steam or motor vessels of not more than 100 gross tons must present one year of service on any waters. In order to raise the tonnage limitation over 100 gross tons, the examination topics indicated in subpart I of this part must be completed in addition to satisfying the experience requirements of §10.452(a).

(b) In order to obtain an endorsement on this license for sail or auxiliary sail vessels, the applicant must submit evidence of six months of service on sail or auxiliary sail vessels. The required six months of service may have been obtained prior to issuance of the license.

[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987. Redesignated and amended by CGD 81–059, 54 FR 141, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.459 Service requirements for master or mate of rivers.
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(a) An applicant for a license as master of river steam or motor vessels of any gross tons must meet the same service requirements as master of inland steam or motor vessels of any gross tons.

(b) An applicant for a license as master or mate of river steam or motor vessels, with a limitation of 25–1600 gross tons, must meet the same service requirements as those required by this subpart for the corresponding tonnage Great Lakes and inland steam or motor license. Service on the Great Lakes is not, however, required.

[CGD 81–059, 54 FR 141, Jan. 4, 1989]

§ 10.462 Licenses for master or mate of uninspected fishing industry vessels.
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(a) This section applies to licenses for masters and mates of all vessels, however propelled, navigating the high seas, which are documented to engage in the fishing industry, with the exception of:

(1) Wooden ships of primitive build;

(2) Unrigged vessels; and,

(3) Vessels of less than 200 gross tons.

(b) Licenses as master or mate of uninspected fishing industry vessels are issued for either ocean or near coastal routes, depending on the examination completed. To qualify for an uninspected fishing industry vessel license, the applicant must satisfy the training and examination requirements of §10.401(g) of this subpart.

(c) An applicant for a license as master of uninspected fishing industry vessels must have four years of total service on ocean or near coastal routes. Service on Great Lakes or inland waters may substitute for up to two years of the required service. One year of the required service must have been as licensed master, as unlicensed master, or as licensed mate or equivalent supervisory position while holding a license as master, mate, master or mate (pilot) of towing vessels, or operator of uninspected passenger vessels.

(1) To qualify for a license of not more than 500 gross tons, at least two years of the required service, including the one year as master, mate or equivalent, must have been on vessels of over 50 gross tons.

(2) To qualify for a license of not more than 1600 gross tons, at least two years of the required service, including the one year as master, mate or equivalent, must have been on vessels of over 100 gross tons.

(3) To qualify for a license of over 1600 gross tons, but not more than 5000 gross tons, the vessel tonnage upon which the four years of required service was obtained will be used to compute the tonnage. The license is limited to the maximum tonnage on which at least 25 percent of the required service was obtained, or 150 percent of the maximum tonnage on which at least 50 percent of the service was obtained, whichever is higher. Limitations are in multiples of 1000 gross tons, using the next higher figure when an intermediate tonnage is calculated. A license as master of uninspected fishing industry vessels authorizing service on vessels over 1600 gross tons also requires one year as master, mate or equivalent on vessels over 100 gross tons.

(4) The tonnage limitation on this license may be raised using one of the following methods, but cannot exceed 5000 gross tons. Limitations are in multiples of 1000 gross tons, using the next higher figure when an intermediate tonnage is calculated.

(i) Three months service as master on a vessel results in a limitation in that capacity equal to the tonnage of that vessel rounded up to the next multiple of 1000 gross tons;

(ii) Six months service as master on a vessel results in a limitation in that capacity equal to 150% of the tonnage of that vessel;

(iii) Six months service as master on vessels over 1600 gross tons results in raising the limitation to 5000 gross tons;

(iv) Six months service as mate on vessels over 1600 gross tons results in raising the limitation for master to the tonnage on which at least 50 percent of the service was obtained;

(v) Two years service as a deckhand on a vessel while holding a license as master results in a limitation on the master's license equal to 150% of the tonnage of that vessel up to 5000 gross tons; or,

(vi) One year of service as deckhand on a vessel while holding a license as master results in a limitation on the master's license equal to the tonnage of that vessel.

(d) An applicant for a license as mate of uninspected fishing industry vessels must have three years of total service on ocean or near coastal routes. Service on Great Lakes or inland waters may substitute for up to 18 months of the required service.

(1) To qualify for a license of not more than 500 gross tons, at least one year of the required service must have been on vessels of over 50 gross tons.

(2) To qualify for a license of not more than 1600 gross tons, at least one year of the required service must have been on vessels of over 100 gross tons.

(3) To qualify for a license of over 1600 gross tons, but not more than 5000 gross tons, the vessel tonnage upon which the three years of required service was obtained will be used to compute the tonnage. The license is limited to the maximum tonnage on which at least 25 percent of the required service was obtained, or 150 percent of the maximum tonnage on which at least 50 percent of the service was obtained, whichever is higher. Limitations are in multiples of 1000 gross tons, using the next higher figure when an intermediate tonnage is calculated.

(4) The tonnage limitation on this license may be raised using one of the following methods, but cannot exceed 5000 gross tons. Limitations are in multiples of 1000 gross tons, using the next higher figure when an intermediate tonnage is calculated.

(i) Three months service as mate on a vessel results in a limitation in that capacity equal to the tonnage of that vessel rounded up to the next multiple of 1000 gross tons;

(ii) Six months service as mate on a vessel results in a limitation in that capacity equal to 150% of the tonnage of that vessel;

(iii) Six months service as mate on vessels over 1600 gross tons results in raising the limitation to 5000 gross tons;

(iv) One year of service as deckhand on vessels over 1600 gross tons while holding a license as mate, results in raising the limitation on the mate's license to 5000 gross tons;

(v) Two years service as a deckhand on a vessel while holding a license as mate results in a limitation on the mate's license equal to 150% of the tonnage of that vessel up to 5000 gross tons; or,

(vi) One year of service as deckhand on a vessel while holding a license as mate results in a limitation on the mate's license equal to the tonnage of that vessel.

(e) Applicants may request an oral examination on the subjects listed in subpart I of this part.

[CGD 81–059, 52 FR 38623, Oct. 16, 1987, as amended by CGD 81–059, 54 FR 141, Jan. 4, 1989; USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999]

§ 10.463 General requirements for licenses for master, mate (pilot), and apprentice mate (steersman) of towing vessels.
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(a) The Coast Guard issues the following licenses:

(1) Master of towing vessels.

(2) Master of towing vessels, limited.

(3) Mate (pilot) of towing vessels.

(4) Mate (pilot) of towing vessels, limited.

(5) Apprentice mate (steersman).

(6) Apprentice mate (steersman), limited.

(b) A license as master of towing vessels means a license to operate towing vessels not restricted to local areas designated by OCMIs. This also applies to a mate (pilot) of towing vessels.

(c) For this section, limited means a license to operate a towing vessel of less than 200 gross tons limited to a local area within the Great Lakes, inland waters, or Western Rivers designated by the OCMI.

[USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999, as amended at 66 FR 20936, Apr. 26, 2001; 68 FR 35812, June 17, 2003]

§ 10.464 Requirements for licenses as master of towing vessels.
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(a) If you would like to obtain a license as master of towing vessels endorsed with a route listed in column 1 of Table 10.464–1, then you must complete the service requirements indicated in columns 2 through 5. You may serve on the subordinate routes listed in column 6, without further endorsement.



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(b) If you would like to obtain a license as master of towing vessels (limited), then you must complete the requirements listed in columns 2 through 5 of Table 10.464–2.



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(c) If you hold a license as mate (pilot) of towing vessels, you may have master of towing vessels (limited) added to your license for a limited local area within the scope of your current route.

(d) Before you serve as master of towing vessels on the Western rivers, you must possess 90 days of observation and training and have your license endorsed for Western Rivers.

(e) Each company must maintain evidence that every vessel it operates is under the direction and control of a licensed mariner with appropriate experience, including 30 days of observation and training on the intended route other than Western Rivers.

(f) If you hold a license as a master of inspected, self-propelled vessels of greater than 200 gross register tons, you may operate towing vessels within any restrictions on your license if you—

(1) Have 30 days of training and observation on towing vessels for the route being assessed, except as noted in paragraph (e) of this section; and

(2) Either—

(i) Hold a completed Towing Officer's Assessment Record (TOAR) described in §10.304(h) that shows evidence of assessment of practical demonstration of skills; or

(ii) Complete an approved training course.

(3) Your license does not need a towing endorsement if you hold a TOAR or complete a TOAR.

(g) If you began your service or training in the towing industry before May 21, 2001, you may receive a license as master of towing vessels if before May 21, 2004, you complete the examination required by 46 CFR 10.903(a)(18)(i) and meet either of the following two requirements:

(1) Three years of service, including—

(i) Two years on deck aboard a vessel 8 meters (26 feet) or more in length;

(ii) One year on deck aboard a towing vessel, with at least 6 months of training or duty in the wheelhouse of the towing vessel; and

(iii) Three months in each particular geographic area for which you are seeking authority; or

(2) Three years of service aboard towing vessels, including—

(i) One year on deck, with at least 6 months of training or duty in the wheelhouse of the towing vessel; and

(ii) Three months in each particular geographic area for which you are seeking authority.

Your license does not need a towing endorsement if you hold a TOAR or a course completion certificate.

[USCG-1999–6224, 64 FR 63228, Nov. 19, 1999, as amended at 66 FR 20937, Apr. 26, 2001; 68 FR 35812, June 17, 2003]§ 10.465 Requirements for licenses as mate (pilot) of towing vessels. (continued)