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A self certification process for the registration of GMDSS shore-based maintainers.
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
This notice concerns the protection of maritime workers from the risks associated with working at height.
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.
Guidance on requirement for a document of compliance and the special requirements for ships carrying dangerous goods.
Guidance on the recommended installation of radar reflectors on vessels less than 15m in overall length. Containing an explanation of the ISO 8729 standards.
Standard when loading and back loading bulk liquid and the procedure to be followed before commencing the back loading to comply with IMDG
Explains how offshore supply vessels should comply with the international maritime dangerous goods (IMDG) code and chapter VII of SOLAS.
Maintenance intervals of portable fire extinguishers.
Explains how voyage data recorders (VDRs) should be tested after installation and annually thereafter.
This notice provides guidance on overside working systems, their use, standards, maintenance and regulations.
Guidance and procedures for carrying out emergency drills on board fishing vessels.
MCA interpretation for SOLAS Chapter III rotational deployments of MES, roles different parties should play and pass criteria for deployment
MCA policy for acceptable standards of non-SOLAS inflatable life-saving appliances incorporating the changes in the rationalised ISO 9650-1-2022, and completion of phase out of ORC liferafts.
Applicable to davit launched lifeboats fitted with on-load release hooks, and any similar on-load release systems if fitted to rescue boats
Describes notification exemption arrangements where allowed under the MS (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and reporting requirements) regulations 2004.
Guidance on mitigating, where there is risk of injury, from the effects and impacts of whole-body vibration on small vessels.
Maximum continuous engine power is the total power that can be obtained at the flywheel of each engine used to propel the vessel.
Guidance on stowage positions and other measures that will significantly reduce the possibility of a liferaft or an EPIRB becoming trapped.
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