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Seafarers & Manning
Guidance on regulations, approval of training, certification of seafarers and compliance with employment conditions on Bahamas-flag ships.
Description
The Seafarers & Manning department provides information and services on seafarer employment, education and training, certification, sea service, documentation and manning. Its services include guidance on regulations, approval of training, certification of seafarers and ensuring compliance with employment conditions on ships.
Bahamas nationals can apply for a Certificate of Competency for all officer positions. Applicants document age, identity and nationality, medical fitness, sea service and approved STCW training, receive a Notice of Eligibility, and then sit written and oral assessments arranged by the BMA.
Key features
- Approval of training and certification of seafarers
- Certificates of Competency for Bahamas nationals for all officer positions
- Guidance on manning, sea service and employment conditions
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