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Text of the SPS Code 1983
Requirements for the safe use of pesticides in the cargo spaces of ships, in cargo and in cargo transport units in accordance with SOLAS Chapter VI regulation 4.
Workboat Code Edition 3 – Annex 3 The Safety of Police Boats sets out a standard for the construction, machinery, carriage of equipment, manning, survey and certification of Police Boats.
Legislation to implement the current version of SOLAS chapter II-1, includes ambulatory reference provision to give effect to changes to SOLAS chapter II-1 as amended
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 Regula…
About the importance of carefully checking the alignment of cylinders at regular intervals, between normal surveys or inspections.
Text of the SPS code 1983
Information for ship owners and operators about the types of hazards that need reporting.
The 2015 Regulations detail the training and certification requirements for masters of all passenger and non-passenger vessels operating in category A, B, C and D waters and some limited coastal voyages in the UK.
Details of emergency response planning for at-sea renewable energy installations.
The strategy's vision is to maintain influence and continually enhance global maritime safety and protection of the environment in partnership with the national and international maritime community.
The syllabuses for Master - Workboats - Less than 500 GT - Carrying 12 passengers or fewer and the one-day Small Workboat Stability Course.
Information about safety requirements for registering small fishing vessels.
MCA SCAT manual and survey forms for teams involved in clearing oiled shorelines.
Details of the standing environment groups in the UK.
UK National FAQ 1st June 2016
Documents on this page support the UK National Contingency Plan
A voluntary Code of Practice applicable to Small Hovercraft of up to 24 metres in length that carry no more than 12 passengers
Details of equipment servicing intervals for inflatable liferafts and their manufacturers.
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