CFR > Title 46 - Shipping > CHAPTER I—COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER B—MERCHANT MARINE OFFICERS AND SEAMEN (parts 10 to 16) > PART 15—MANNING REQUIREMENTS > SUBPART J—Vessels Subject to Requirements of STCW (§15.1101 to §15.1113) > 15.1113—Vessel Security Officer (VSO).

15.1113—Vessel Security Officer (VSO).

After July 1, 2009, on board seagoing vessel, all persons performing duties as VSO must hold a valid endorsement as Vessel Security Officer.
[USCG-2008-0028, 73 FR 29071, May 20, 2008]