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The do's and don'ts on the re-application of paints, varnishes and other finishes to interior surfaces on fishing vessels.
Advice on the selection of fire detection and alarm equipment - need for automatic fire detection in enclosed spaces on 15m to 24m vessels
Advice on reducing the risk of explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning from the fitting and use of petroleum gas and diesel fuel heaters
Statutory requirements for operators of passenger vessels to ensure that there are sufficient crew for the safe operation of the vessel.
Outlines a potential lifejacket safety issue and highlights the need for guidance on evacuating infants and people with disabilities.
Statutory requirements for fitting and use of hinged deadlights and permanently attached storm covers at windows and side scuttles.
Gives a summary of SOLAS chapter 5 regulations, and how they apply to fishing vessels registered in the UK.
Advises of the decommissioning of halon as a fire-extinguishing medium because of its damaging effect on the stratospheric ozone layer.
Provides advice and a reminder on the safe use and handling of gas welding and burning equipment.
Advises of possibility of premature pipe failure due to fatigue when pipes are incorrectly mounted, or subjected to in service vibration.
Seismic streamers that are being towed represent a potential hazard to navigation and should be marked with tail buoys.
Offers certain Class VI passenger vessels an alternative arrangement for the carriage of man-overboard smoke signals and parachute flares.
Amendment to MGN 83a.
Importance of crew members on roll-on roll-off ferries being aware of position of collision bulkhead - need for it be kept fully intact.
Information about why MCA has withdrawn the general exemption to carry lifejackets on class V vessels on inland lakes.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in January 2014.
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