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License Guidance for Captains:

What the Old Guard Needs to Know

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As you know requirements have increased over the years for obtaining an original MMC (license/MMD).

OBTAINING AN ORIGINAL MERCHANT MARINER CREDENTIAL

(MMC)

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OBTAINING AN ORIGINAL MMC

Applying for a New Credential falls under

Title 46 Sections 10-13 of the

Code of Federal Regulations

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With few exceptions an applicant must be a United States citizen in order to obtain a

Mariner Credential.

United States Citizenship Requirements and Exceptions

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AGE REQUIREMENT

Depending on the endorsement(s) an applicant is applying for, the minimum age can range

from 16 (with parental consent) to 21.

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An applicant must currently hold or have applied for a Transportation Worker Identification

Credential (TWIC). If an applicant does not hold or have not applied for a TWIC, the

application for an MMC will not be accepted.

TWIC

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• In order to obtain an MMC, an applicant must pass a physical exam. The Doctor must complete it on CG-719K or CG-719K/E (2 Pg. Document)

Medical Exam

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• Applicant must complete a DOT 5 Panel Drug Test (CG-719P) from a certified lab or be enroll in Approved Drug Testing Program.

Drug Test

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• Mariners are required to have varying levels of sea service depending on the endorsements being applied for. Sea Service requirements are documented in Title 46 section 11 & 12.

• Able Seaman/RFPNW

• QMED/RFPEW

SEA SERVICE

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Able Seaman (AB)

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STCW Rating Forming Part of a Navigation Watch (RFPNW)

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Qualified Member of the Engineering Department (QMED)

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STCW Rating Forming Part of a Engineering Watch (RFPEW)

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• Mate 200 GT Near Coastal

• Master 200 GT Near Coastal

• Master 500/1600 GT Near Coastal

• 3rd Mate Unlimited (includes OICNW)

• First Class Pilots

SEA SERVICE (OFFICERS)

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Mate 200 GT Near Coastal

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Master 200 GT Near Coastal

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Master 500 GT/1600 GT

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3rd Mate Unlimited

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If an applicant is applying for an original OFFICER Endorsement(s) he/she is required to

submit three letters of recommendation in accordance with 46 CFR 11.205(c).

Character Reference

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OATH

• Every person who’s applying for an original MMC must first take an oath

• Can be done at any Regional Exam Center or by any person legally permitted may administer the oath (extra notary form must be filled out if not done at an REC)

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• Applicant s must submit the application to one of the 17 Regional Exam Centers (REC) across the nation

Submitting An Application

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Fees

• Fees may be paid online at www.pay.gov under the form name USCG Merchant Mariner User Fee Payment

• Or in person at any REC

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• The REC will ensure the appropriate documents are in the application before accepting the application and mailing it to the National Maritime Center (NMC)

• Once the REC accepts and send the application to NMC, the CLOCK STARTS on the application

Tracking of the Application

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Tracking of the Application • Safety & Suitability

Screening- National Driver Register Check/Criminal Record Review

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Tracking of the Application

• Preliminary Medical Screen

• Medical Evaluation (if needed)

Top 5 Medical Conditions

A) Cardiac disease,

B) Diabetes,

C) Psychiatric disorders,

D) Sleep apnea,

E) Chronic use of narcotic or benzodiazepine medication.

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Tracking of the Application

• Professional Qualifications Evaluation

- Awaiting Info

- Testing

• Printing and Issuance

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1. Medical Condition

2. Sea Service-Missing or conflicting info on sea service ltrs

3. Applications- Missing Signatures

4. Copies of Required Certifcates/Documents- i.e. 1st Aid/CPR, TOAR, Radar

5. Drug Screen- No MRO signature or company compliance ltr is incorrect per regulations

Top 5 Reasons in Delays of Applications

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Appeal Process

Awaiting Information Letter

Request for Reconsideration

Denial of Request for Reconsideration Letter

Appeal Appeal Package to CGHQ

Final Agency

Action

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Applicant

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NMC’s Website • 80-90% of applicant

questions can be found at www.uscg.mil/nmc -The checklist you have seen in this presentation and for all CG issued credentials can be found in Applications

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If you have specific questions regarding mariner credentialing policy, please contact:

Luke Harden Chief, Mariner Credentialing Program Policy Office of Vessel Activities (CG-5434) Luke.b.harden@uscg.mil Phone: (202) 372-1206 / Fax: (202) 372-1918 2100 2nd St, SW Stop 7581 Washington, DC 20593-7581

Questions