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The purpose of this MGN is to publish the UK list of approved ship recycling facilities as required by the UK ship recycling regulations and referred to in Section 6 of MGN 633 Amendment 1
Requirements for the protection of seafarers, fishermen and workers from the risks related to exposure to noise at work.
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.
Guidance to interpret the Asbestos Regulations and subsequent amendment on legal responsibilities and duties of employers for the health and safety of workers.
MGN provides guidance on use of Electronic Record Books for the purpose of recording Navigational Activities as stipulated within SOLAS Chapter V/Reg 28 and IMO Resolution A.916(22).
Guidance for carrying military explosives, stating when a Government Authorised Explosives Representative is required, supplements the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code.
Information about why MCA has withdrawn the general exemption to carry lifejackets on class V vessels on inland lakes.
MIN 474 Training and certification: changes to International Association of Maritime Institutions officer of the watch written examinations.
This note reminds designers, builders, owners and skippers of fishing vessels that modifications to vessels must be approved by the MCA prior to work taking place.
The MCA has concluded that there were deficiencies in the quality of safety critical training delivered by an MCA approved STCW short course provider.
This marine information note (MIN) has been published to advise of a recent decision made regarding the acceptance of electronic record books under MARPOL as listed in resolution MEPC.312(74).
Information outlining the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC), amendments 2022 and proposals for implementation into UK legislation with guidance to industry.
The General Exemption for Passenger ships of classes EU B, C and D and UK class III and VI has now been removed as a result of the coming into force of the Merchant Shipping (Safety of Navigation) Regulations 2020.
This MIN outlines recent changes to the electronic reporting requirement for counting persons on board passenger ships.
The provision of safety information and for owners and operators to ensure adequate measures are taken to inform passengers in an emergency.
This MSN replaces MSN 1667
This notice amends MSN 1699 (M) and amendment 1
Training guidelines for an essential part of the merchant shipping (musters, training and decision support system) regulations 1999.
Designates UK VTS for the purpose of requiring compliance by shipping with regulations 6 and 7 of the Merchant Shipping Regulations 2004.
A description of how the UK meets its obligations under the European flag state directive 2009/21/EC.
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