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Table 20. Recency of Sailing for Unlicensed Mariners
Table 20. Recency of Sailing for Unlicensed Mariners
| Rating | 1999-2002 | Prior to 1999 | None |
|---|---|---|---|
| Able Seaman-unlimited | 88% | 13% | 9% |
| Able Seaman-limited | 85% | 11% | 4% |
| QMED-Oiler | 68% | 21% | 11% |
| Cook | 65% | 20% | 15% |
| Steward | 46% | 15% | 39% |
| Ordinary Seaman | 45% | 24% | 31% |
| Food Handler | 34% | 25% | 41% |
| Wiper | 29% | 27% | 44% |
| QMED-Fireman/Water Tender | 16% | 47% | 37% |
SOURCE: U.S. Department of Transportation, Bureau of Transportation Statistics and Maritime Administration, 2002 Mariner Survey, Principal Findings, Washington, DC.