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About the importance of carefully checking the alignment of cylinders at regular intervals, between normal surveys or inspections.
Factors considered in the decision to withdraw the code and alternative arrangements.
Alert to the possible problems caused by excessive harmonic distortion of electrical systems onboard vessels.
Highlights conflict between safety and security with regards to means of escape and provides advice on the methods to overcome the conflict.
Guidance for owners and skippers when they are operating their vessel outside UK waters.
Guidance on the use of barbecues and pig roasts on ships and fishing vessels, corrects information from MGN 406.
Details the research undertaken and the procedures to be followed to demonstrate the fire protection standards for non-steel constructions.
Guidance regarding the use of operating instructions and signage for fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems.
Recommeded standards for the inspection and testing of pressurised seamless steel gas cylinders for fire fighting appliances and other onboard purposes.
Concerns a circular issued about approved fixed fire detection and fire alarm systems for cabin balconies on passenger ships.
Reports the findings of a series of trials and evacuation exercises undertaken or witnessed by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.
Draws the attention to the dangers from exposed aerial lead-ins and the measures that should be taken to reduce the risk of injury.
Research Project 502: Design guidance on high speed craft dynamic stability in following and quartering seas.
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
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.
Annex 1 to marine guidance notice 272 contains a voyage data recorder performance test certification.
Statutory requirements for fitting and use of hinged deadlights and permanently attached storm covers at windows and side scuttles.
Provides advice and a reminder on the safe use and handling of gas welding and burning equipment.
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