Third mate
Merchant marine rank / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A third mate (3/M) or third officer is a licensed member of the deck department of a merchant ship.[1] The third mate is a watchstander and customarily the ship's safety officer and fourth-in-command (fifth on some ocean liners). The position is junior to a second mate. Other duties vary depending on the type of ship, its crewing, and other factors.
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General | |
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Other names | Third officer |
Department | Deck department |
Licensed | Yes |
Duties | Safety officer |
Requirements | 3rd Mate's License |
Watchstanding | |
Watch (at sea) | Mate on watch (8-12, 20-24) |
Watch (in port) | Mate on watch (6-12, 18-24) |
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Duties related to the role of safety officer focus on responsibility for items such as firefighting equipment, lifeboats, and various other emergency systems.