STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping)

Abbreviation: STCW

The IMO convention setting the international minimum standards for seafarer training, certification, and watchkeeping.

Quick facts

Convention: STCW 1978, 2010 Manila amendments in force

In practice

Every seafarer carries an STCW-endorsed CoC or CoP. Flag state issues; port state can inspect + detain if STCW documentation is invalid or expired.

Regulatory detail & full definition

STCW 1978 as amended (major 2010 Manila amendments) sets internationally-agreed minimum standards for the training, certification, and watchkeeping of seafarers. Every seafarer holds an STCW-endorsed Certificate of Competency (CoC) or Certificate of Proficiency (CoP) issued by their flag state. STCW also covers medical fitness, hours of rest, and refresher training cycles. See /reference/stcw for detail.

Authoritative source: IMO — STCW Convention ↗

Source: IMO

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STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping)

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STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping)

Quick facts

In practice

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