Ordinary Seaman (OS)
Deck · Rating
Entry-level deck rating. Bridge look-out, deck maintenance, mooring, cargo watch under the AB and bosun.
From Wikipedia
This article is about a civilian occupation. For a military rank, see ordinary seaman (rating) "Ordinary seaman (rating)").
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What they do
Stands a look-out watch under the OOW, carries out routine deck maintenance (chipping, painting, greasing), assists in mooring, anchor work, cargo operations, and drills. Reports to the bosun on the day work, to the OOW on watch.
Typical certificates
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Salary
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Career pathway
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Next rank
Able Seafarer Deck
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