The DMW eRegistration Account is the newest version of digital platform for migrant workers. Seafarers, OFWs and those planning to work abroad are required to register an account in this system. But before we dive into that, let us first take a look at some information regarding the latest DMW...
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The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) – What Are Our Expectations?
The Department of Migrant Workers is a newly-created agency dedicated to our modern heroes. It is the government’s arm for protecting the rights and welfare of OFWs and their families. This department was realized when PRRD signed the Department of Migrant Workers Act or Republic Act No. 11641. DMW...
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Penalties for Submitting Fake Requirements in MISMO for Your COP and COC Application
Today, processing your Certificate of Proficiency and Competency (COP/ COC) is easy. You only need to complete the requirements in your MISMO account. Everything is done online. If you compare it more than seven years ago, everything in MARINA was a disaster. Imagine waiting for more than fifteen...
Want to Become an Officer? Bridge Standing Orders You Must Familiarize
in the Bridge standing orders are set of rules that anyone on the bridge team must follow. It consists of guidelines aiding the Officer of the Watch in his decision making during navigation. Navigation looks pretty easy on the surface. However, going into the details is quite complicated especially...
Advanced Fire Fighting Course – What is it and how much?
Advanced fire fighting is one of the required training for seafarers wishing to work on board. According to the STCW Convention, the course is mandatory to every master, mate, chief engineer, second engineer and officer of a watch (OIC). It is recommendatory to support level seafarers. However,...
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Can You Knot? 10 Widely Used Knots on Merchant Ships
Seafarers tie knots everyday. From mooring, securing to working aloft, those jobs won’t be complete without the use of ropes. And because we use ropes in many forms and sizes on ships, knot tying is a skill every seaman must learn. Even my 65-year old Captain knows how to tie knots effortlessly. So...
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How to Become a Ship Captain in the Philippines
Becoming a ship captain involves lots of sacrifices in time, money and effort. The process is challenging because the job of commanding a vessel is no joke. Due to that responsibility, the master of a ship is compensated greatly compared to other crew. A ship captain in the Philippines sailing on...
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7 Tips on How to Steer a Ship and Become a Better Helmsman
If you want to learn how to steer a ship, ask the people on board. They are more than ready to help you. However, theory is good but experience is something else. Being the person on the wheel teaches you many things. Being a helmsman can be very challenging. It’s different when you are driving […]
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Standard Helm Orders, Meaning and Execution
Understanding helm orders and rudder commands is one of the requirements in becoming a good helmsman. Since a vessel’s organization may constitute different nationalities, the IMO standardized oral commands for delivering wheel orders. If you plan on steering a ship, you must first practice them by...
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