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This notice replaces previous Codes and Notices concerning newbuild small workboats, and pilot boats.
Notice gives detailed information required to comply with the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Health and Safety at Work) Regs 1997 relating to new or expectant mothers.
Purpose of this notice is to give detailed information required to comply with the (Health and Safety at Work) (Biological Agents) Regulations 2010 as amended.
Guidance for fishermen and builders. This guide describes the processes to follow through building a new fishing vessel of less than 24m registered length for vessels being built from 21 July 2020.
Payment options for requests for approval of methods to ascertain the VGM of a container
Leaflet for skippers and crew, fishing safely.
Leaflet for skippers and crew promoting safety at sea
Training materials for MCA oil pollution, contingency planning and response course.
Advice for passengers on their rights when travelling by sea and on inland waterways.
UK National FAQ 1st June 2016
Information and best practice for vessels which fall outside the scope of the international ship and port facility security code.
Information and guidance notes for keeping a motor vessel stable in typical sailing conditions.
Guidance on the marking of static fishing gear to improve its visibility and reduce the risk of entanglement incidents, for vessels operating in the waters around the UK.
The oral examination syllabus for Senior MEOLs.
Summary of Issue regarding Lithium Storage Solutions Ltd – Lithium Safety Store®
PAROC Marine Navis Slab/Mat/Wired 60 structural fire protection has been found to not meet 60-minute requirement, instructions for what to do if it is found onboard are contained within.
Applicable to all vessels with fixed carbon dioxide (CO2) fire suppression systems installed.
Alert industry to specific issues. Normally time sensitive and action may be required
Alerts industry to specific issues. Normally time sensitive and action may be required.
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