What is the minimum number of consecutive hours a member must be aboard a qualifying vessel to receive one day of CSP entitlement?

To receive one day of Continuous Service Pay (CSP) entitlement, a member must be aboard a qualifying vessel for a minimum of 8 consecutive hours. This requirement is established to ensure that members are deployed on the vessel for a significant amount of time to justify the entitlement associated with their service. The duration of 8 hours indicates a recognized threshold of commitment and participation in the duties expected aboard the vessel, ensuring that the CSP is allocated fairly based on actual service. A shorter time frame, such as 4, 6, or even 10 hours, would not align with the defined standard for earning the entitlement. Therefore, members must be aware of this requirement to ensure they are correctly compensated for their service aboard qualifying vessels.