Pilot Exemption Certificates (PEC) are available to the bona fide Master or Deck Officers of vessels greater than 50m in overall length calling regularly at Poole, or trading within the harbour. The certificate is issued subject to the applicant being able to satisfy the Competent Harbour Authority as to their skill, experience, local knowledge, knowledge of the English language and medical fitness. Certificate holders must always conform to all local pilotage requirements.
To understand PEC applicability and training requirements, contact vts@phc.co.uk to request a copy of the Pilotage Procedures.
Pilotage Exemption Certificates are valid for one year from the date of issue. Applications for renewal should be made in good time.
Only a Bona Fide Deck Officer (Master or First Mate) of the vessel(s) applied for, may hold a Pilotage Exemption Certificate.
