What is the minimum sea service required for an OUPV license?

The minimum sea service required for an Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) license is indeed 360 days of experience on vessels. This requirement is set by the United States Coast Guard to ensure that candidates for an OUPV license have sufficient hands-on experience in operating vessels safely and effectively. The 360 days can be gathered over a period of time and can include time spent on various types of vessels, as long as the experience is relevant and applicable to the responsibilities expected of a captain.

Having this amount of sea service ensures that individuals have developed the necessary skills and knowledge required for navigation, safety, and the general operation of vessels. This threshold helps maintain safety standards on the water, as individuals will have encountered a variety of conditions and scenarios that can impact vessel operation. Ultimately, the focus is to create competent mariners who can uphold the safety of passengers and crew while navigating uninspected vessels.