Merchant Shipping Act, 1951 (Act No. 57 of 1951)

Regulations

To obtain a certificate of proficiency as Ship’s Cook, candidates shall—

(a)	be at least 18 years of age;

(b)	have completed approved training and meet the standards of competence specified in the Training Standards Code for this certificate; and

(c)	have at least three months sea service in the catering department on any of the following kinds of ships:

(i)	Trading ships of 100 GT or more engaged in mining operations or on unlimited or near-coastal voyages; or

(ii)	fishing vessels that must have a Ship’s Cook onboard.