This procedure documents the required stages in order for a cadet to complete their training after completing the minimum sea service.
• Notification to Cadet:
o The cadet should be advised of the SSTG policy as noted below, before they leave their last ship having completed the necessary sea service.
o The cadet should be sent a reminder of the SSTG policy as noted below, as soon after they arrive home having completed the necessary sea service.
• Action required by Cadet:
o Send the following documentation to SSTG as soon as possible after returning home, and in any event within 2 weeks:
• Completed NOE application form and minimum supporting original documentation (See below).
• TRB.
• Workbook.
• SSTG process TRB:
o If NOE application and TRB satisfactory:
• Submit NOE application to MCA.
• Update SSTG final checklist.
o If NOE application or TRB not satisfactory:
• Return necessary documentation to cadet with instructions on ow to remedy deficiencies and resubmit once done.
• Process as Completed Training:
o Provided they have not unduly delayed this process to date, process as a leaver 1 month after they arrive home after leaving their last ship.
This should take into account any standing instructions from the sponsoring company.
o The process is now determined by how soon the cadet makes good any deficiency and returns any documentation outstanding.