LAC 46:LXX.6304. Definitions

A. As used in this Chapter, the following terms, unless the context otherwise requires or unless redefined by a particular part hereof, shall have the following meanings. Administrative Procedure Act (APA)—the Louisiana Administrative Procedure Act, R.S. 49:950 et seq. Applicant―any person who has submitted an application to be considered for selection into the Pilot Development Program for New Orleans and Baton Rouge steamship pilot(s). Application—the completed written application including all supporting documentation supplied to the board by an applicant who desires to become a New Orleans and Baton Rouge steamship pilot. Apprentice—any person duly selected by the members of NOBRA, but not yet commissioned, who is serving in the Pilot Development Program. Association or NOBRA—New Orleans and Baton Rouge Steamship Pilot Association. Association Officerany person duly elected by the members of NOBRA to serve as vice president(s), secretary/treasurer or other officer of the association. Association Presidentany person duly elected by the members of NOBRA to serve as president of the association. Board of Examiners or Board—Board of Examiners for New Orleans and Baton Rouge Steamship Pilots for the Mississippi River, as established in R.S. 34:1041 et seq. Deputy Pilot—a commissioned pilot in the Pilot Development Program. Fit for Duty—a pilot who meets the board’s requirements regarding licensure, physical and medical competency and is current with their continuing education requirements. Pilot—a New Orleans and Baton Rouge steamship pilot, as designated in R.S. 34:1041 et seq. Services of a Pilot—any advice or assistance with respect to pilotage by the commissioned pilot, including but not limited to advice concerning weather, channel conditions, or other navigational conditions. VTC—Vessel Traffic Center, or any other similarly related United States Coast Guard or governmental facility, institution, or program whatsoever.