Security Levels
National Maritime Center (NMC)
Mariner Licensing and Documentation (MLD)
THE STCW CONVENTION:
A HANDBOOK OF HIGHLIGHTS
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.
Licensing Questions and Concerns, Contact:
IASKNMC
NMC Help Desk: 1-888-IASKNMC (1-888-427-5662)
Web Site Questions and Concerns, Click here