Seamen are responsible for the smooth operation of the majority of occurrences above deck. They are capable of performing almost any task in connection with deck maintenance, small boat operations, navigation, and supervising all personnel assigned to a ship's deck force or shore unit.
What is the duty of seaman?
Clean, maintain, and repair the hull, decks, superstructure, cargo gear, and smoke stack. Perform maintenance on lifeboats, rescue boats and life rafts, and emergency and damage control gear. Use emergency, lifesaving, damage control, and safety equipment.
What are the types of seaman?
The Different Ranks of Seafarers
- Master.
- Chief Mate (also called Chief Officer)
- Second Mate (also called Second Officer)
- Third Mate (also called Third Officer)
- Deck Cadet.
- Chief Engineer.
- Second Engineer.
- Third Engineer.
