deck crew members

Defined in Article 3, Directive (EU) 2017/2397

Definitions over time (1)

1. 31/07/2021 – today applies on 12/11/2026 Article 3, Directive (EU) 2017/2397 Scope: Whole act

   For the purposes of this Directive, the following definitions apply:

   ‘deck crew members’ means persons who are involved in the general operation of a craft navigating on Union inland waterways and who carry out various tasks, such as tasks related to navigation, controlling the operation of the craft, cargo handling, stowage, passenger transport, marine engineering, maintenance and repair, communication, health and safety, and environmental protection, other than persons who are solely assigned to the operation of the engines, cranes, or electrical and electronic equipment;

Used in (24 places in 12 provisions on 12/11/2026)

Directive (EU) 2017/2397 (24 in 12)

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