USC › Title 46 › §731646 U.S.C. § 7316Verified against govinfo.gov as of June 20, 2026View official text on govinfo.gov ↗Copy linkTo qualify for an endorsement as lifeboatman, an applicant must provide satisfactory proof that the applicant—(1)has the service or training required by regulation;(2)is qualified professionally as demonstrated by examination; and(3)is qualified professionally by actual demonstration.