(a) To qualify for an endorsement as able seaman authorized by this section, an applicant must provide satisfactory proof that the applicant-
(1) is at least 18 years of age;
(2) has the service required by the applicable section of this part;
(3) is qualified professionally as demonstrated by an applicable examination or educational requirements; and
(4) is qualified as to sight, hearing, and physical condition to perform the seaman's duties.
(b) The classifications authorized for endorsement as able seaman are the following:
(1) able seaman-unlimited.
(2) able seaman-limited.
(3) able seaman-special.
(4) able seaman-offshore supply vessels.
(5) able seaman-sail.
(6) able seaman-fishing industry.
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| Revised section | Source section (U.S. Code) |
|---|---|
| 7306 | 46:672(b) |
Section 7306(a) establishes the minimum requirements an individual must meet before being issued a merchant mariner's document endorsed for able seamen.
Subsection (b) establishes the classifications of able seamen-unlimited, able seamen-limited, able seamen-special, able seamen-offshore supply vessels, and able seamen-sail.
1984-Subsec. (b)(6).
Provisions of this section (related to able seaman-sail) effective Apr. 15, 1984, see section 2(g)(1) of
"(A) under sections 7307 and 7309 of that title; or
"(B) if the service is on board a vessel of at least 100 gross tons, under section 7308 of that title."