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MSN 1860 (M) - Amendment 1 - UK Requirements For Electro-technical Officers

This MSN outlines the certification route and training requirements for trainee officers, experienced ETOs and ratings entering the industry to achieve an ETO certificate of competency.

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This Merchant Shipping Notice (MSN) sets out and explains the regulatory requirements regarding the implementation of training elements applicable under Chapter III/6, of the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and Code. It outlines the examination and training requirements for Merchant Navy Electro-technical Officer (ETO).

The certification system provides a route for trainee officers, those with electrical or electronic engineer qualifications, experienced ETOs and ratings entering the industry to achieve an ETO Certificate of Competency (CoC).

Please note that the Revalidation of all Certificates of Competency is covered in MSN 1861 (Amendment 1).

Notice to all owners, masters, officers, ratings and those concerned with maritime training.

This notice replaces MSN 1860 on 10 January 2023.

Published 19 December 2022