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Class and permitted use of passenger ships, cargo ships, tankers, tugs, tenders, fishing boats, yachts, commercial vessels, and the required certificates.
Information about Maritime and Coastguard Agency's (MCA) research project into onboard safety culture.
A safety message to the shipping industry highlighting the importance of using safe entry procedures when accessing dangerous enclosed or confined spaces.
The guidance contained in this MGN is intended to outline best practices related to design, equipment and outfit of dedicated spaces onboard, and to increase safety for handling, charging and stowage of Li-ion batteries and craft with these in-built.
Alerts industry to specific issues. Normally time sensitive and action may be required.
The safety requirements for systems and equipment that move and control vessels, and make vessels usable for crew, passengers and cargo.
A safety message to recreational craft users reminding you to be aware of your surroundings and never assume others know you are there.
Details for owners, operators, and masters of vessels on inland waters, including categorisation, how to apply, safety requirements and best practice.
A safety message to the shipping industry on the importance of determining risk control measures for any oxygen depleted or contaminated atmospheres.
Safety lessons to the recreational craft industry and pleasure boat users on the importance of using a kill cord to save lives and prevent serious injury.
Codes of practice and standards for safely operating and navigating passenger ships, catamarans and hovercrafts.
A safety message to the fishing industry on the importance of taking action when it is clear a collision cannot be avoided by the give-way vessel alone.
Safety flyers are produced to provide specific safety messages regarding a marine accident investigation.
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