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MSN 1853 (M) Amendment 1: Boatmasters’ Qualifications, Crew and Hours of Work

The structure and requirements of “The Merchant Shipping (Boatmasters’ Qualifications, Crew and Hours of Work) Regulations 2015
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 2 December 2021
MSN 1865 (M) - Amendment 1 - UK Requirements for Emergency, Occupational Safety, Security, Medical Care and Survival Functions

This MSN outlines the requirements for the implementation of training elements under chapter VI of STCW code for merchant navy seafarers in the UK.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 19 December 2022
MSN 1857 (M+F) - Amendment 1 - UK Requirements for Engineer Officers and Engineer Operators

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…
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 19 December 2022
MSN 1862 (M) - Amendment 1 - UK Requirements for Deck Ratings

This MSN outlines the qualifying conditions for obtaining deck ratings certificates and able seafarer’s deck certificates.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 19 December 2022
How to become a MCA approved doctor

Find out about MCA's recruitment process for approved doctors (ADs).
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 23 April 2024
MSN 1861 (M) - Amendment 1 - UK Procedure for the Revalidation of Certificates of Competency and Tanker Endorsements

This MSN outlines the requirements to revalidate all certificates of competency and tanker endorsements under the STCW convention and code.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 19 December 2022
MLC 2006 titles 1 to 5: regulations, guidance and information

Guidance on the 5 titles of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, and the regulations applying to UK ships under each one.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 24 March 2021
MSN 1905 (M+F) Application of ships' medical stores regulations 1995

Amendment 3 sets out the minimum requirements for medical stores for UK ships and contains updated guidance and changes outlined on pages 1 and 2.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 28 April 2023
MCA approved doctors for shipping companies

A list of shipping companies, and the doctors who are approved to carry out ENG 1 medicals for their employees.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 19 March 2024
MSN 1867 (M) - Amendment 1 - Recognition of non-UK certification for the issue of a Flag State Endorsement

This MSN outlines the requirements and how to apply for a UK Flag State Endorsement (FSE).
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 19 December 2022
The approved doctor's manual

The manual for Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) approved doctors (ADs) carrying out medical assessments for seafarers.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 16 July 2020
MSN 1868 (M) - Amendment 1 - UK Requirements for Safe Manning and Watchkeeping

This MSN outlines the safe manning requirements in Merchant Shipping Regulations 2022 and Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and Code.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 19 December 2022
MGN 71 Muster, drill, onboard training, decision support system

Draws attention to relevant requirements in the regulations listed in paragraph 1.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 28 October 1999
MGN 636 (M) Health and safety at work regulations 1997

Amendment 2 outlines guidance on responsibilities of the shipowner, master, officers and seafarers for the health and safety on UK ships under UK regulations.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 7 July 2023
MSN 1904 (M+F) UK Requirements for Engineer Officer Small Vessel Certificate of Competency

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.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 21 December 2022
MIN 642 (M+F) Engineer Officer Small Vessel Certificate of Competency Guidance

This MIN outlines further guidance on the alternative certificate structure for engineers working on small vessels.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 19 December 2022
MGN 477 (M) Maritime labour convention 2006 seafarer's employment agreements

Amendment 4 provisions for continuation of a seafarers entitlement under their seafarer employment agreement if held captive in the event of piracy or armed robbery.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 23 September 2022
MIN 543 (M) - Sea service verification on large yachts

This notice describes revised arrangements for verification of sea service testimonials of seafarers working in the large yacht sector.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 5 April 2017
MIN 690: Guidance on the MCA Oral Examination Booking, the Issue of Notices of Eligibility (NOEs) and the Online Oral Examination Processes - Amendment 2

This MIN provides information on the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s (MCA) online oral examination booking process, online oral examinations (including amendments to the current Officer of the Watch (OOW) Unlimited, II/…
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 29 April 2024
MGN 411 Certification requirements for crew of fishing vessels, small commercial vessels and large yachts

Brings to fishermen’s attention training and certification requirements that currently apply to all UK registered commercial fishing vessels.
- From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
- Updated: 28 March 2010

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