46 C.F.R. § 10.510 Service requirements for chief engineer of steam and/or motor vessels.
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The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for license as chief engineer of steam and/or motor vessels is: (a) One year of service as first assistant engineer; or, (b) One year of service while holding a license as first assistant engineer. A minimum of six months of this service must have been as first assistant engineer. Service as an assistant engineer is accepted on a two-for-one basis to a maximum of six months (12 months of service as a second or third assistant engineer equals six months of creditable service).
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PART 10—LICENSING OF MARITIME PERSONNEL
Subpart E—Professional Requirements for Engineer Officers' Licenses
§ 10.510 Service requirements for chief engineer of steam and/or motor vessels.
