Regulation 18 Ratings forming part of an engine-room watchI1

A rating forming part of an engine-room watch or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine-room on a ship powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kilowatts propulsion power or more must hold a certificate of proficiency to perform such duties.

The Secretary of State or an approved training provider may issue a certificate of proficiency required by paragraph (1) only to a person who meets the criteria specified in STCW Regulation III/4, paragraph 2 (mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings forming part of a watch in an engine-room etc.).

This regulation does not apply to—