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US Merchant Marines
The US Merchant Marines are civilian-owned auxiliary watercrafts of the Navy during war time. During peace time, these crafts are engaged in transporting passengers and cargo within the territorial waters of the USA.
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What are your test score requirements to join the marines?
You have to take the asvab test first and the score is 31 or over.
What is the phone number of the American Merchant Marine Mus in Kings Point New York?
The phone number of the American Merchant Marine Mus is: 516-829-3861.
Why do many large ships unload their cargoes at Copenhagen?
Many large ships unload their cargoes at Copenhagen due to its strategic location in the Baltic Sea. Copenhagen is a major port and logistics hub in Northern Europe, offering efficient connections to other parts of the region. Its well-developed infrastructure, including deep-water berths and modern facilities, makes it attractive for large ships to unload their cargoes there and distribute them further.
What are the ranks for the Merchant Marines?
There are several levels of ranks in the Merchant Marines. The rank titles are apprentice seaman, steward's mate, seaman, fireman, petty officer, warrant officer, ensign, lieutenant, captain, and commodore.
What is the salary of 2nd officer in merchant navy?
My partner works as a second office in the merchant navy and his annual salary is £60.000 he does however specialise and works within the oil industry
What does 2 gold stripes on Merchant Marine blue uniform mean?
Are you referring to the stripes by their cuffs, or the "rockers" under their chevrons? Rockers in conjunction with chevrons signify ranking. The stripes on their cuffs signify years of service. One stripe is equal to four years of continued service. Two stripes indicates the Marine has been in active service for no less than eight years, but less than twelve.
Can you join the merchant marines blind in one eye?
a. Applicants for any deck officer license or qualified deck rating should demonstrate that they have correctable vision to at least 20/40 in each eye and uncorrected vision of at least 20/200 in each eye.1 Applicants for STCW endorsements should meet the same standards. In all cases, the horizontal field of vision should be not less than 100 degrees in each eye. Waivers are not normally granted to an applicant whose corrected vision in the better eye is not at least 20/40. Additional waiver information is contained in paragraph 4 below. See 46 CFR 10.205(d)(2) & (d)(4).
b. These applicants must demonstrate that they have a normal color sense when tested by the 14 plate (which replaces the obsolete 16 plate), 24 plate, or 38 plate Ishihara pseudoisochromatic plates tests, Farnsworth Lantern, or an alternative test approved by the NMC. The use of color sensing lenses to assist these applicants with passing the color vision test is prohibited by 46 CFR 10.205(d)(2). Any questions about acceptable color sense testing methodologies should be directed to the NMC. See 46 CFR 10.205(d)(2).
2. VISION REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSED OR CERTIFICATED ENGINEERING PERSONNEL, TANKERMAN, OFFSHORE INSTALLATION MANAGER, BARGE SUPERVISOR, BALLAST CONTROL OFFICER AND RADIO OFFICERa. Applicants for any engineering officer license, qualified engineering rating, offshore installation manager, barge supervisor, ballast control officer, radio officer, or tankerman endorsement should demonstrate that they have correctable vision of at least 20/50 in each eye and uncorrected vision of at least 20/200 in each eye.2 Applicants for STCW endorsements as RFPEW, or for any STCW engineering officer endorsement, should meet the same standards. The horizontal field of vision should be not less than 100 degrees in each eye. Waivers are not normally granted to an applicant whose corrected vision in the better eye is not at least 20/50. Additional waiver information is contained in paragraph 4 below. See 46 CFR 10.205(d)(3) & (d)(4).
b. These applicants are only required to demonstrate that they can distinguish between the colors red, blue, green, and yellow. They may do so by passing the 14 plate (which replaces the obsolete 16 plate), 24 plate, or 38 plate Ishihara pseudoisochromatic plates d. Applicants for deck officer licenses who cannot pass the color vision tests may be considered for a waiver by the NMC for issuance of a license limited to daylight hours only.
Become A US Merchant Mariner visit: http://unitedstatesmerchantmarine.org
Why do aeroplanes and ships use different types of compasses?
They don't - all aircraft, ships, and submarines use both magnetic, gyro, radio, visual, and satellite navigation systems. Ships and submarines also use dead reckoning plots and land based navigational aids for fixes (close to shore) for navigating.
Does the government pay the salary of the Merchant Marines?
Only if a merchant mariner works on a government owned ship, otherwise the pay is from whichever shipping company that seafarer works for
Why are the scientific models important?
Although scientific models are not fully accurate depictions of scientific and/or natural phenomena, scientific models are utilized to simplify and create an accessible medium in which complex scientific phenomena can be simplified into a compact and accessible format.
What is the minimum test score requirements for Sanford?
Minimum test scores for Sanford vary according to program where entrance testing is required. If you do not meet the requirement on the day you take the test, you may take it once again in the same day and again within 24 hours. Test scores are valid for one year from the date you make the required score.
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What is the monthly salary of a deck officer in merchant navy?
it all depends on time put in, actual rank, and what ship you're on. You can expect to make in excess of $70,000 a year easy though. I knew straight deck workers making over $50-60k, youngs guy too right out of the Navy.
What type of compass ships and airplanes use?
Both aircraft and ships use both magnetic and gyro-type compasses. it is a tradition if not a law that both types be carried. The Gyro-direction indicators in light planes has to be recalibrated periodically during maneuvers, this does not apply to the magnetic type. Ships, also use both types. Some harbor or coastal types use ONLY the traditional counter-weighted ( to even out the magnetic influence of the hull) Magnetic compass such as traditional Staten Island Ferries. A Magnetic compass goes well with with a fine, Mahogany helm on a brass steering stand!
Like all scientific models and theories, there are two things which lead to it becoming accepted: predictions being accurate, and the absence of contrary evidence.
Was there a John McGovern us navy admiral?
John McGovern was the Secretary of the Navy in the 1980s but he was not an admiral
Why steel ball in boiler gauge glass?
Steel ball is used in boiler gauge glass to prevent overflow of water when ever gauge glass is broken..
How would a person renew their retired dependent military ID online?
Contact the closest base or post, visit Personnel and ask for instructions. Or, via the Internet, search for "RAPIDS site locator". Enter your location (e.g. State) and go to location shown to complete DD Form 1172. Sponsor must be present to sign form.
The above is NOT true any longer. If your mom is listed on your dad's page 2 and is in DEERS, all you have to do is take her to a military facility...dad does not need to sign. But, make sure she has her ID card and two other forms of ID (one must be picture). And that's that. The DD1172 is now completely computerized and will be generated at the military facility.
Is a merchant marine id considered a military id?
Yes, I have a US Coast Guard License, I can use any Military PX. In time of war I will be called to action.
It is an DLP or shipboard structured training programme for gp ratings who would like to make a career into coastal vessels and become NWKO after 18months sea service on a coastal vessel
Do jobs are easy in merchant navy?
If you're looking for an "easy job" do not go into the Navy, merchant marine or other naval service.
