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Information on port and navigation authorities’ local regulations and byelaws, and where to obtain further information on them.
This notice gives information on amendments made to the international convention on load lines 1966
This document provides a means of mapping content between the old MARDS publications and the replacement MRP set.
Information about Military Aviation Noise Contours.
Amendment 1 outlines advice and procedures for safe conduct of diving operations especially where diving operations are not controlled by the vessel owner.
Advising of the voluntary code of practice, originally produced by the Scottish fishermen's federation (SFF) in consultation with the fish industry safety group (FISG) - appendix A
Details the research undertaken and the procedures to be followed to demonstrate the fire protection standards for non-steel constructions.
This MGN alerts owners, operators, managers, seafarers and fishermen to the dangers associated with the use of barbecues and similar equipment on board vessels.
Contact details for the local suppliers of fuel oil for registering and making an annual declaration.
Provides guidelines on the requirements and performance standards, for new technology light sources as required by the IMO.
Information about the U.S. Clean Water Act and compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency's vessel general permit (VGP).
SOLAS amendments for passenger ship cabin balconies and fire protection and suppression system requirements .
Explains the reporting procedures being implemented by MCA through the European consolidated reporting system (CERS).
Guidelines about the unit weight of passengers and vessels where certificates state a limiting number of passengers.
Outlines compliance with the international maritime dangerous goods code when transporting limited quantities of retail goods on ferries.
Guidance for actions to take in the event of explosives (including Phosphorous devices) being picked up at sea.
Factors considered in the decision to withdraw the code and alternative arrangements.
A warning on the potential hazards of arc flash, and guidance on safety measures.
Amendment 1 outlines details on how the exposure to radiation can take many forms and can cause varying degrees of harm.
Alert to the possible problems caused by excessive harmonic distortion of electrical systems onboard vessels.
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