(a) Prior to assuming duties related to the safe operation of a towing vessel, each crewmember must receive training to ensure that they are familiar with:
- (1) Watchstanding terms and definitions;
- (2) Duties of a lookout;
- (3) Communication with other watchstanders;
- (4) Change of watch procedures;
- (5) Procedures for reporting other vessels or objects; and
- (6) Watchstanding safety.
- (b) Crewmember training must be recorded in the TVR, official logbook, or in accordance with the TSMS applicable to the vessel.
- (c) Credentialed mariners holding Able Seaman or officer endorsements will be deemed to have met the training requirements in this section.