THE STCW CONVENTION:
A HANDBOOK OF HIGHLIGHTS

Cover Page

CAUTION

This handbook should be used only as a broad introduction to, or survey of, the requirements of the STCW Convention. Readers are cautioned not to rely on this handbook for other purposes. The STCW Convention is an international legal instrument, and it contains many provisions which have not been described in this handbook. Reference should be made directly to the STCW convention, with its Annex and STCW Code, to ensure the specific wording and full context of each requirement can be properly taken into account when the Convention is to be interpreted or implemented. Reference should also be made to national implementing policies & regulations.

 

Caution Statement
Introduction
Parts that make up the Whole
An International Agreement
Commentary on Chapter I:
General Provisions
Commentary on Chapter II:
Master and Deck Department
Commentary on Chapter III:
Engine Department
Commentary on Chapter IV:
Radiocommunication & Radio
Personnel
Commentary on Chapter V:
Special Training for Personnel
on Certain Types of Ships
Commentary on Chapter VI:
Emergency, Occupational Safety,
Medical Care and Survival Functions
Commentary on Chapter VII:
Alternative Certification
Commentary on Chapter VIII:
Watchkeeping