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Details for owners, operators, and masters of vessels on inland waters, including categorisation, how to apply, safety requirements and best practice.
Guidance for applying for a Deck CoC for Commercial and Private Yachts.
Information on how to gain a UK CoC for Engineering/Electro-Technical Officers or Engineering Watch Rating Certificate
Permission is required for a burial at sea in the UK marine area.
This MIN outlines further guidance on the alternative certificate structure for engineers working on small vessels.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) provides information and outlines the updated Oral exam syllabus, for Merchant Navy deck officers.
This Notice outlines the training and assessment requirements for engineer officers and for seafarers who wish to obtain a marine engine operator’s licence (MEOL) or senior marine engine operator’s licence (SMEOL). It also i…
This Note emphasises the need for correct use of electronic navigational equipment by watchkeepers.
This MSN outlines the certification structure, training and assessment requirements for yacht deck officers.
Your rights as a passenger when travelling by sea and inland waterway.
Countries whose seafarer medical fitness certificates are accepted as equivalent to the UK ENG 1.
Safety codes of practice for small (up to 24m) vessels
Wreck and salvage laws, the role of the Receiver of the Wreck, wreck owners and salvors and how to report wreck material.
Addresses and phone numbers for the HM Coastguard centres. Do not use these details in an emergency, instead call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
How ship security is managed in the UK, and how to comply with UK regulations on ship security.
Construction - fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction
Medical examination system and appointment of approved doctors and medical and eyesight standards.
This Notice outlines the training and assessment requirements for a Certificate of Competency for engineer officers working on small vessels. It also contains the requirements for the approval of training providers.
Marine Guidance Note (MGN) 564 describes how marine casualties and marine incidents should be reported to MAIB. This notice replaces MGN 458.
This MIN outlines further guidance on the requirements for MCA Approved Training Providers and Nautical Colleges under regulation I/6 and I/8 of the STCW Code.
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