[ve-l] Display of documented number

[Robert Miller]

All Vessel Examiners,

Thank you all who have taken an active part in this discussion. I know VEs
put a lot their life energy into helping the boating public and I cannot
adequately express my appreciation for your dedication. 

I understand how reasonable people can have varying opinions on a given
subject. However the Vessel Safety Check program is not intended to be
subject to, nor does it lend itself to, local or personal interpretation.
Therefore, an official position on this is needed, please read below.

VEs must adhere to the letter of the requirements. These are defined by the
VSC Manual and the Errata & Explanations Pages available on the USPS VSC web
site along with any leeway or interpretations that have been authorized.
This is all published on the "Policies - USPS/USCG" page on the USPS
national VSC web site. Additional leeway/exception or interpretation in any
area must be adjudicated by the appropriate USCG authority before it can be
put into practice. When other guidance is available it will be appended to
this listing. New issues, possibly needing clarification or interpretation
by the USCG should be brought to the USPS National VSC Committee for review
and discussion with the USCG representatives.

I hope this helps all you hard working VEs with your efforts. Please keep on
saving lives out there. Thanks.

Best Regards,
 
R/C Bob Miller
VSC Committee

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