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Amendment 2 outlines information for the protection of those working on board ships from the risks related to exposure to carcinogens and mutagens.
Guidance to mariners on the use of mobile phones or other personal electronic devices and the dangers of not using them appropriately when working.
This note clarifies UK interpretations for determining load line length on vessel hull forms which feature cut-outs, removable end sections and stepped or recessed decks.
This MGN explains the new legal requirement for cargo ships that are 24m or more in length and less than 500GT to be fitted with bilge water level detectors and alarms.
This notice provides guidelines for the Merchant Shipping (Special Measures to Enhance Maritime Safety) Regulations 2024. It covers the process for obtaining ship, Company and Registered Owner IMO numbers and explains the …
This note highlights the importance of full awareness of the submarine pipelines and cables on the seabed, prior and during anchoring operations, and during fishing activities.
This MGN provides guidance on the criteria for exempting unmanned non-self-propelled barges from some MARPOL Annex I and IV survey and certification requirements and how to apply.
This note sets out the procedure for conformity assessment bodies to follow in seeking designation as a UK nominated body under the merchant shipping (marine equipment) regulations 2016 (as amended).
Guidance on the training standards for Helicopter Landing Officers (HLO) and Helideck Assistants (HDA) working on large commercial yachts with helicopter decks.
Amendment 3 contains guidance on the factors affecting the risks of manual handling, with particular reference to work on board ships.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) provides the latest advice to mariners on products sold as distress signalling equipment to be used in an emergency.
This notice outlines the codes of practice and how to obtain them.
This marine information note (MIN) has been published to advise of a recent decision made regarding the acceptance of electronic record books under MARPOL as listed in resolution MEPC.312(74).
This MIN provides the criteria to be met for Aviation Inspection Bodies (AIBs) to be approved as a recognised AIB by the MCA for the purpose of issuing Helicopter Landing Area Certificates (HLACs).
Information on Risk Assessment applications to seek exemption from the additional damage stability requirements introduced by “Grandfather Rights” Regulations.
Revised IMO performance standards affecting GMDSS radio communication equipment installed on or after 1/1/2024 have now been delayed until 1/1/2028.
Notice to all shipowners, seafarers, nautical colleges and those concerned with merchant navy training.
Information about applying the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels: Passenger Railway Services) Regulations 2023 in practice.
Legislation relating to rear-view mirrors in buses, cars, dual-purpose vehicles and goods vehicles.
Guidance on how ship owners can comply with the updated UK legislation, (now the UK has adopted the Maritime Labour Convention MLC).
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