To qualify for an endorsement as lifeboatman, an applicant must provide satisfactory proof that the applicant—

1. (1) has the service or training required by regulation;
2. (2) is qualified professionally as demonstrated by examination; and
3. (3) is qualified professionally by actual demonstration.

(Pub. L. 98–89, Aug. 26, 1983, 97 Stat. 544.)

Section 7316 establishes the minimum standards an individual must meet in order to qualify for an endorsement as lifeboatman.