Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV)

Anyone taking out passengers for hire aboard a vessel on Inland or Near Coastal US waters must have at least a USCG License for Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV).

The OUPV license allows you to take up to 6 passengers for hire which gives the license it's common name of a "Six Pack License".

A minimum of 360 days of sea service is required for an OUPV License. Complete licensing requirements are outlined at the U.S. Coast Guard Licensing Website ( http://www.uscg.mil/STCW/).

Topics covered contain the following:

Navigation and position determination:
Seamanship:
Marlinspike Seamanship..............................
Watchkeeping:
COLREGS.............................................
Inland Navigational Rules...........................
Compass-Magnetic and Gyro:
Meteorology and Oceanography:
Ship Maneuvering and Handling:
Ship Power Plants:
Fire Prevention and Firefighting Appliances:
Emergency Procedures:
Medical Care:
Maritime Law:
Shipboard Management and Training:
Ship's Business:
Communications:
Lifesaving: