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This MGN provides guidance on the harmonization of existing requirements for watertight doors in cargo ships in the 1988 Load Line Protocol, MARPOL, IGC Code and IBC Code with those in SOLAS.
This note highlights the importance of full awareness of the submarine pipelines and cables on the seabed, prior and during anchoring operations, and during fishing activities.
Guidance to mariners on the use of mobile phones or other personal electronic devices and the dangers of not using them appropriately when working.
A list of healthcare providers, and the doctors approved to carry out ENG 1 medical examinations.
Guidelines for the MCA's Approved Engine Courses (AEC).
The oral examination syllabuses for yacht Deck Officers.
The government’s route map for the transition to a future of zero emission shipping.
A report on the research to find a replacement for the Holmes Wright B (HWB) lantern test carried out on behalf of the MCA.
Owners of UK-flagged fishing vessels are responsible for basic health and safety on board their boats, safe working practices and safety equipment.
Information for a letter of initial assessment or college letter, so you can train for an engineer officer certificate of competence (CoC)
Forms and guidance for initial application and revalidation for Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) operator logbooks and supervisor or instructor endorsements.
Implementing EC Directive 2001/96/EC (establishing harmonised requirements and procedures for safe loading and unloading of bulk carriers.)
MCA approved organisations for container weight requirements
Record of prosecutions resulting from breaches of maritime legislation including court hearings from January 2025.
This code shall be applied as a complete set of comprehensive requirements
Notice provides detailed information required to comply with the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Health and Safety at Work) (Chemical Agents) Regulations 2010.
Training guidelines for an essential part of the merchant shipping (musters, training and decision support system) regulations 1999.
Outlining detailed requirements about ship-to-ship transfers of a cargo made up entirely or mainly of oil.
Guidance on changes made in the ITU Radio Regulations affecting VHF communications and equipment.
This Note clarifies UK interpretations for determining Load Line Length on vessel hull forms which feature cut-outs, removable end sections and stepped or recessed decks.
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