The new towing licenses require Steersmen to demonstrate proficiency in a variety of skills and tasks. This demonstration of proficiency must be witnessed and certified by a Designated Examiner. This page contains some helpful files and information for Designated Examiners. If you want to become a Designated Examiner, call us to sign up for one of our DE classes.

New Towing License Requirements (PDF)

NVIC 04-01 Guidance on Towing Licenses (PDF)

Definition of a Designated Examiner (PDF)

License Renewal Assessment Letter (PDF)

Sample Letter for DE Renewal (PDF)

Sample DE Application Letter (PDF)

Resume Table (PDF)

Harbor Boat License Policy (PDF)

Medical Standards NVIC 04-08 (PDF)

Proposed Rule Change for Radar Observer Endorsements and Alternate Paths to a Pilot of Towing Vessel License (PDF)

NMC DE Approval Change (PDF)

Assessment Guidelines:

Assessment Guidelines General (PDF)

Assessment Guidelines Limited TOAR (PDF)

Assessment Guidelines WR TOAR (PDF)

Assessment Guidelines GL&I TOAR (PDF)

Towing Officer Assessment Record (TOAR):

TOAR-LTD.DOC (PDF)

TOAR-GL&I.DOC (PDF)

TOAR-WR.DOC (PDF)