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Information on the minimum age for seafarers and the protection of young seafarers (under 18 years) working on board UK ships.
Outlining detailed requirements about ship-to-ship transfers of a cargo made up entirely or mainly of oil.
The performance standards of radio equipment and transitional provisions to comply with the Merchant Shipping (Radio) (FV) Regulations 1999
Training guidelines for an essential part of the merchant shipping (musters, training and decision support system) regulations 1999.
The serviceability and maintenance requirements of radio equipment under the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)
This MSN replaces MSN 1670 Amendment 1
Concerns the minimum training requirements for personnel nominated to assist passengers in emergency situations on ships.
Text of the SPS code 1983
Explains recent amendments to international codes related to the carriage by sea of dangerous goods and the dates when voluntary and mandatory use are required.
This Merchant Shipping Notice forms an integral part of the Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 2023 (SI 2023/568) (“the 2023 Regulations”). This Notice is made mandatory by way of reference to it in those Reg…
Guidance for drivers and loaders who are transporting dangerous goods.
Alerts industry to specific issues. Normally time sensitive and action may be required.
This guide highlights some of the risks that are greater if you fish on your own and what you can do about them.
The code of safe practice for large commercial yachts.
The oral examination syllabuses for fishing Deck Officers.
Documents on meeting the maritime passenger rights regulation, including staff training, disability needs, compensation and scope.
Guidance for fishermen on how to correctly fit a HRU
A report on the research to find a replacement for the Holmes Wright B (HWB) lantern test carried out on behalf of the MCA.
A summary of statutory guidelines for employing any person under the age of 18, and the outer cover.
This document forms the Annex to MGN 656 which sets out the UK’s approved ship recycling facilities.
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