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This performance standard for small vessel electronic chart system (SV-ECS) gives technical details for compliant systems used in accordance with MGN 319 (amendment 2).
A quick-reference guide to UK regulations and procedures.
Guidance for UK financial sanctions in relation to the UK Maritime Services Ban and Oil Price Cap Exception.
The conclusion of the phase-in period for the Enhanced Authorisation Scheme (EAS) and its implementation.
Updated guidance on the above regulations following the implementation of new SOLAS Chapter XV and the mandatory application of the SPS Code 1983 and 2008.
This notice amends and replaces all previous versions of MSN 1672.
Details on how to obtain or validate a seafarer medical certificate, the medical standards and categories including the review (appeal) system.
The maritime and coastguard agency (MCA), as the UK market surveillance authority for marine equipment, has been made aware of counterfeit ladders discovered during a port state control examination
This guidance provides details on how to conduct and record a risk assessment, and how safety management systems can help to improve safety on fishing vessels.
What kinds of vessels get expanded inspections by the MCA, what happens during the inspections, notice, and where you can find more advice.
Guidance on the transport of items classified as dangerous by individuals in private vehicles and by foot passengers on Ro-Ro ships
Provides Mariners with guidance on the application of COLREG within traffic separation schemes within UK waters and navigational information, include mandatory reporting guidance within the Dover Strait.
Information describing the system to gain certificates to master workboats less than 500 GT operating in the unlimited area.
Fishermen working on a fishing vessel engaged in commercial operations, must have a fisherman’s work agreement (FWA), setting out their terms and conditions.
This MGN explains the dangerous use provisions of the MSA to powered watercraft, the obligations and offences for different actors, and the role of the MCA as the main statutory authority for enforcement.
The standard code of practice for the safety of large commercial yachts under 300 GT (gross tonnage).
Code applied on a voluntary basis to passenger ships carrying not more than 250 passengers
This course provides learners with the necessary knowledge, understanding and proficiency to conduct safe and effective operations onboard of vessels already utilising electric drives with battery technologies.
How to conduct a risk assessment before using an electronic chart system in raster chart display system (RCDS) mode for primary navigation.
Notice to all owners, operators, managing agents, skippers and crew.
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