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Training materials for MCA oil pollution, contingency planning and response course.
Download 'prohibited' action signs from the 'Code of Safe Working Practices (COSWP) for Merchant Seamen'.
Download 'exit' safe procedure action signs from the 'Code of Safe Working Practices (COSWP) for Merchant Seamen'.
A presentation outlining the major changes to the international maritime dangerous goods (IMDG) code, and the circulars referenced in the presentation.
Recommended information for masters to assess vessel stability in any condition of loading.
Details of equipment servicing intervals for inflatable liferafts and their manufacturers.
The Long-Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) system provides for the global identification and tracking of ships. Under SOLAS Chapter V, Regulation 19-1, vessels >300 GT on international voyages are required to tran…
Information on the solution and transition timeline for the future of aviation within HM Coastguard, the UKSAR2G programme.
This report considers the hazards relating to poorly marked or rigged static fishing gear, UK regulatory regimes and ways to improve safety outcomes in the waters around the UK.
The oral examination syllabuses for fishing Deck Officers.
The UK Maritime and coastguard agency commission or carry out research within the human element area of maritime and seafarer health and safety.
This Merchant Shipping Notice sets out a list of amendments to MSN 1698 which remove requirements contained within it that only apply to Class I and II ships.
Accessibility statements for the MCA's survey and certification site and other online services.
Draft regulations to implement international safety requirements for bulk carriers.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency answers the questions we've received about how to get a certificate of medical fitness, and why it's important.
List of surveyors authorised to conduct registration surveys of fishing vessels of less than 15m length overall built before 16 July 2007
This MSN replaces MSN 1667
Notice to all shipowners, seafarers, nautical colleges and those concerned with merchant navy training.
Guidance for fishermen on how to correctly fit a HRU
This Marine Information Note briefly outlines some of the features and benefits of the Wellbeing at Sea Tool and explains how to acquire the tool.
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