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This notice provides details and guidance on interpretation of the merchant shipping and fishing vessels (lifting operations and lifting equipment) regs 2006.
How to get statutory safety training and the certificates of competency you will need to work in the fishing industry.
Wreck and salvage laws, the role of the Receiver of the Wreck, wreck owners and salvors and how to report wreck material.
Amendment 5 contains guidance on the factors affecting the risks of manual handling, with particular reference to work on board ships.
Looking at why accidents happen, what really causes them and what we can do to create a safety culture in an organisation.
All UK fishing vessels must have a list of crew on board which must be left with the nominated person before or immediately after the departure of the vessel.
This Note emphasises the need for correct use of electronic navigational equipment by watchkeepers.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) provides information and outlines the updated Oral exam syllabus, for Merchant Navy deck officers.
This note provides guidance on the MCA policy with regards to service requirements for SOLAS certificated inflatable Life-Saving Appliances
This MIN provides information on the change to the format of STCW Certificates of Competency and Flag State Endorsement / Certificates of Equivalent Competency issued by the MCA, including sample images of the new certificat…
Guidance on the application of the Entry into Enclosed Spaces Regulations 2022 and further supporting information on best practice, following consultation.
Information regarding the latest edition of the Ship Captain’s Medical Guide (SCMG), and a summary of the changes from the previous version.
This MIN provides a summary of the standards referenced and guidelines in The Workboat Code Edition 3. This M Notice is intended to supplement the Code.
This MSN outlines the requirements and how to apply for a UK Flag State Endorsement (FSE).
How to find approved training providers (ATP) for Boat Master Licence (BML) training.
Guidance on the 5 titles of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, and the regulations applying to UK ships under each one.
A code of practice for vessels operating in Category A, B, C and D waters, and other inland waters
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) details the requirements for maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats, rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear for UK registered shi…
This MGN provides guidance and best practice advice for pleasure vessels, and general exemptions for Class XII vessels.
How to find MCA approved training providers for long courses.
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