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Code applied on a voluntary basis to passenger ships carrying not more than 250 passengers
Guidance on the required knowledge for the UKLAP Grade 2.
This notice provides information about the establishment of the Intra North Sea Ballast Water Contingency Area and contains links to criteria for its use.
This notice provides guidance to all who have an interest in small commercial vessels including rescue boats with an intention to operate abroad in non-UK waters.
Guidance on requirement for a document of compliance and the special requirements for ships carrying dangerous goods.
Information outlining the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC), amendments 2022 and proposals for implementation into UK legislation with guidance to industry.
GMDSS - Iridium satellite services - distress and MSI – operational status and regulations.
This Marine Guidance Note provides the UK shipping industry with best practice guidance to facilitate safe carriage, and potential charging of, electric vehicles onboard roll-on roll-off (ro-ro) passenger ferries. The MCA ha…
This notice provides guidance on overside working systems, their use, standards, maintenance and regulations.
A self certification process for the registration of GMDSS shore-based maintainers.
Information on how to apply for a UK fishing certificate of competence (CoC) for engineers.
The stability guidance booklets for masters and watch keepers for powered and sailing vessels
The maritime and coastguard agency (MCA), as the UK market surveillance authority for marine equipment, has been made aware of counterfeit ladders discovered during a port state control examination
Information on the MLC 2006 and ILO (188) compliant medical examination system - appointment of approved doctors and medical and eyesight standards.
Safety code for passenger ships operating solely in UK categorised waters.
The merchant shipping regulations 1998 for construction of passenger ships classes III to VI(A).
Amendments to MSN 1858 yacht requirements to gain an exemption from completing the training record book
Note gives guidance on Pre-registration Survey process for fishing vessels.
Guidance on proportionate SMS requirements under Workboat Code Edition 3, including self-assessment, implementation evidence and the CA’s assurance role.
Explanation of the requirements for the provision of social connectivity and internet access under the Maritime Labour Convention, on board ships.
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