Towing & Ship-Assist · Credentials — TOAR
The Towing Officer's Assessment Record (TOAR) is:
- AThe vessel's annual drydock report
- BA record of demonstrated practical competencies a mariner must complete to qualify for a towing (Master/Mate of Towing) endorsement✓ Correct
- CA log of every towline used during a voyage
- DThe Coast Guard's inspection decal
Explanation
The TOAR is a structured list of practical skills (handling, maneuvering, emergency procedures) signed off by a Designated Examiner. Completing the TOAR is required to obtain a Master or Mate (Pilot) of Towing Vessels endorsement, demonstrating hands-on competence beyond the written exam.
Authority: 46 CFR Part 11; NVIC on TOAR
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