This qualification applies to people working in an entry level position in the maritime industry as a General Purpose Hand under general supervision of the master or engineer of a commercial vessel to:

• assist as a general hand on deck or in the engine room of a commercial vessel length as specified in Marine Order 505 within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)
• assist as a general hand in the engine room only for a vessel with propulsion power as specified in Marine Order 505.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

This level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a General Purpose Hand Near Coastal as specified in Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency – National law) 2022.

AMSA Certification will require:

• achieving MAR10224 Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal),
• qualifying sea service on a commercial vessel as specified in Marine Order 505 and
• holding a current First Aid Certificate as specified in Marine Order 505.

Seafarers seeking certification should check with AMSA.

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Total number of units = 8 core units