Certification: National Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel Less Than 100 GRT
100 Forbes Drive Martinsburg, WV 25404-7120
The National Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV) Less Than 100 GRT is an officer endorsement for uninspected passenger vessels which by law are limited to six or less passengers for hire. These are usually smaller vessels and that engage in charter fishing, whale watching, SCUBA diving, and tour cruises. OUPV Near Coastal endorsements may be limited to 100 miles offshore, Inland or Great Lakes in accordance with 46 CFR 11.467 and the service provided. No OUPV endorsement is valid for International voyages.
- More than two years of education or training after high school required?
- Yes
- More than two years of work experience required?
- Yes
- Oral or Written Exam Required?
- Yes
- Renewal Required?
- Every 5 Year(s)
- Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
- No
- Renew through Re-Examination?
- Yes
- Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
- Yes
- Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
- Yes
Other
Advanced
The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher and has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years, or requires obtaining a ‘core’ level certification from the same organization.
- This certification is related to military occupational specialties.