Section 27

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{a} apply to the Director for a reduction in manning, with valid reasons thereof;

(bj provide the Director sufficient proof that the ship would be safe to proceed on a voyage, with the reduced manning; and

{c}

inform the Director immediately if there is any change in circumstances, pertinent to the Safe Manning Certificate.

12)

The Director, while considering the application for reduced manning, shall-

(a} send an authorised person to survey the ship before issuing the reduction in manning;

(b} if satisfied, issue a provisional Safe Manning Certificate if the reduced manning is for a short duration or voyage; l'ithd

(c} specify the limitations and expiry date clearly on the Certificate.