1 The definitions contained in article II of the Convention, and the
definitions and interpretations contained in regulation I/1 of its annex, apply equally to the terms used
in parts A and B of this Code. Supplementary definitions which apply
only to the provisions of this Code are contained in section A-I/1.
2 Officers with capacities covered under the provisions
of chapter VII may be designated
as “polyvalent officer”, “dual-purpose officer”
or other designations as approved by the Administration, in accordance
with the terminology used in the applicable safe manning requirements.
3 Ratings qualified to serve in capacities covered
under the provisions of chapter VII may
be designated as “polyvalent ratings” or other designations
as approved by the Administration, in accordance with the terminology
used in the applicable safe manning requirements.