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This MIN outlines further guidance on the alternative certificate structure for engineers working on small vessels.
Guidance that outlines the syllabuses for Merchant Navy Deck digital assessments, leading to the issue of a UK Certificate of Competency.
The maps show the locations of the MCA marine offices
Provides shipowners with links to information to maintain awareness of hazards and risks which are causing accidents to inform risk assessments and procedures
A table giving details for MCA approved recruitment and placement agencies.
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…
This MGN details guidance on safety management of recovery of persons from the water.
This MSN outlines the requirements and how to apply for a UK Flag State Endorsement (FSE).
This guidance provides details on how to book an inspection, how to prepare your vessel and different inspection procedures.
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.
Outlined details the requirements for provision of food and fresh water, in accordance with the maritime labour convention.
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 guidance note highlights appropriate use of the AIS and VHF marine radio for collision avoidance. It also includes key points from IMO circular regarding use of AIS aids to navigation.
This note provides guidance on the MCA policy with regards to service requirements for SOLAS certificated inflatable Life-Saving Appliances
This Marine Information Note (MIN) provides information and outlines the updated Oral exam syllabus, for Merchant Navy engineer officers and Electro-Technical Officers.
Guidance on the application of the Entry into Enclosed Spaces Regulations 2022 and further supporting information on best practice, following consultation.
Details the requirement for provisions to be made for marking each UK ORL with the name and port of registry of the ship to which it is to be fitted. This notice gives implementation details
The manual for Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) approved doctors (ADs) carrying out medical assessments for seafarers.
Outlining guidance on the duty of care of companies, employers to all workers under the MS (Health and safety at work) Regulations 1997.
This MSN outlines the safe manning requirements in Merchant Shipping Regulations 2022 and Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and Code.
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