Section 29(iii) in The Merchant Shipping (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) Rules, 1998
(iii)on completion of the approved Global Maritime Distress and Safety System General Operator's Course and demonstration of competence to perform the tasks, duties and responsibilities as set out in Table A-IV/2 of the STCW Code, be issued with an appropriate certificate and necessary-endorsement shall be made on the same as required by the STCW Convention.
