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Amendment 2 outlines guidance on the requirements for the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to vibration at work.
This MGN provides guidance on the SOx requirements under the Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships Regulations, as amended for ships in UK ports, with regards to fuel changeover and “hotelling”.
Maximum continuous engine power is the total power that can be obtained at the flywheel of each engine used to propel the vessel.
Guidance on mitigating, where there is risk of injury, from the effects and impacts of whole-body vibration on small vessels.
This notice provides information relating to recruitment and placement under the 2006 regulations.
MCA policy for acceptable standards of non-SOLAS inflatable life-saving appliances incorporating the changes in the rationalised ISO 9650-1-2022, and completion of phase out of ORC liferafts.
Practical advice on the provision of food and water for all fishing vessels.
This note highlights the importance of full awareness of the submarine pipelines and cables on the seabed, prior and during anchoring operations, and during fishing activities.
Amendment 3 contains guidance on the factors affecting the risks of manual handling, with particular reference to work on board ships.
Additional funding up to £3 million a year allocated to UK government’s financial support scheme (SMarT) for merchant navy seafarer training
How to comply with merchant shipping (Maritime Labour Convention)(survey and certification) regulations 2013.
This notice outlines the official reference standards to which PPE need to comply for working on board ships for specific work activities.
Step by step guidance and layout templates on how to draw up a port facility security plan.
Guidance for owners, operators and masters of vessels on inland waters, explaining the classifications and how to apply for categorisation.
How to comply with the living and working conditions requirements and responsibilities under ILO Work In Fishing Convention (ILO 188)
The MCA recognises organisations to act as aviation inspection bodies to assess and certify shipboard heliports onboard UK yachts.
Information on how to apply for a UK fishing certificate of competence (CoC) for engineers.
The written examination syllabuses for Chief Engineer (STCW III/2).
The oral examination syllabuses for yacht Deck Officers.
Information about the 24-hour radio and radar coastal vessel traffic service (VTS) and further information on vessel safety when navigating, and specifically crossing, the Dover Strait.
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