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Addresses and phone numbers for the HM Coastguard centres. Do not use these details in an emergency, instead call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
Explanation of the requirements for the provision of social connectivity and internet access under the Maritime Labour Convention, on board ships.
Construction - fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction
This guide supplements the Port Marine Safety Code and contains guidance on issues relevant to the management of ports and other marine facilities.
Outlined details the requirements for provision of food and fresh water, in accordance with the maritime labour convention.
The application of certification and watchkeeping for seafarers 1978, ( STCW 95 amended) regarding the keeping of a safe navigational watch.
Replaces the 2014 ISM regulations and assimilated regulations 336/2006 in implementing the ISM code in UK law. It also closes some legislative gaps, some of which arose due to EU exit.
This MSN outlines the requirements for the implementation of training elements under chapter VI of STCW code for merchant navy seafarers in the UK.
The MCA provides a range of services to vessel owners and operators, seafarers and other individuals and organisations in the maritime industry.
This Note emphasises the need for correct use of electronic navigational equipment by watchkeepers.
Countries whose seafarer medical fitness certificates are accepted as equivalent to the UK ENG 1.
The examination syllabuses for the MCA's Deck safety examinations.
Updated guidance on the mandatory registration of EPIRBs and PLBs used on UK registered ships and hovercraft, and watercraft.
This MSN outlines the qualifying conditions for obtaining deck ratings certificates and able seafarer’s deck certificates.
Safety at sea and prevention of pollution to the marine environment through application of international instruments relating to equipment to be placed on board ships registered with the UK.
This MSN outlines the requirements to revalidate all certificates of competency and tanker endorsements under the STCW convention and code.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) provides information and outlines the updated Oral exam syllabus, for Merchant Navy deck officers.
Shipowners requirements to provide seafarers with medical care on board ship.
This notice sets out the minimum requirements for medical stores.
How good communication and building a positive team environment are crucial to creating a safe workplace.
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