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Revision of sections of the small commercial vessel code of practice.
Describes notification exemption arrangements where allowed under the MS (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and reporting requirements) regulations 2004.
This notice outlines the procedure to gain exemptions for requirements of vibrations on merchant shipping and fishing vessels.
Notice outlines the guidance and procedure for obtaining an exemption from requirements of merchant shipping and fishing vessel (control of noise at work)
Alert to the possible problems caused by excessive harmonic distortion of electrical systems onboard vessels.
Amendment 1 outlines details on how the exposure to radiation can take many forms and can cause varying degrees of harm.
Amendment 2 outlines guidance for seafarers about their protection, rights and entitlements under the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006.
Amendment 1 provisions for continuation of a seafarer's entitlements in relation to payment of wages, if held captive in the event of piracy or armed robbery.
Draws attention to the hazards and makes recommendations to ensure safe working practices when handling coconut and vegetable oil as cargo
Statutory requirements for operators of passenger vessels to ensure that there are sufficient crew for the safe operation of the vessel.
Guidance for designers and operators of small passenger ships to take into account passengers with disabilities, and mobility issues.
Advice on reducing the risk of explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning from the fitting and use of petroleum gas and diesel fuel heaters
Research Project 502: Design guidance on high speed craft dynamic stability in following and quartering seas.
Concerns a circular issued about approved fixed fire detection and fire alarm systems for cabin balconies on passenger ships.
Guidance on compatibility issues concerning the joint use of immersion suits and lifejackets.
Guidance on interpretation of The Merchant Shipping (Anti-Fouling Systems) Regulations 2024.
Provides guidance to owners and crew to the inherent dangers on vessels not properly equipped for overnight sleeping on-board.
Objectives and priorities of each of the 2024 Countryside Stewardship Facilitation Fund groups.
Summary of the evidence about sudden unexpected deaths in infancy (SUDI) which aims to develop an evidence-based resource about prevention.
Find out about a change to the size of Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve in Suffolk.
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