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This notice outlines information on Maritime Labour Convention and Work in Fishing Convention requirements for seafarers and fishers affected by the conflict in the Middle East.
Making sure fishing vessels radio equipment is able to perform all the functions of the global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS).
The Notice provides details of the medical certification exemption granted for existing fishers on vessels under 10m
Guidance note recommending a common format for stability information booklets for use on board fishing vessels.
Owners of UK-flagged fishing vessels are responsible for basic health and safety on board their boats, safe working practices and safety equipment.
Leaflet for skippers and crew promoting safety at sea
The Margate and Long Sands European Marine Site is off the east coast of England.
The oral examination syllabus for fishing Engineer Officers.
Gives a summary of SOLAS chapter 5 regulations, and how they apply to fishing vessels registered in the UK.
This notice provides guidance on how to reduce the risk of flooding and the action to take if flooding occurs.
Describes measures implemented by the royal navy to minimise the risk to fishing vessels in submarine exercise areas.
Concerns the carriage of emergency position-indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs), liferafts and float free arrangements for fishing vessels.
Details of arrangements for the survey, inspection and documentation of compliance for fishermen's living and working conditions on UK fishing vessels,
Amendment 2 Information about the minimum age for fishermen and the protection of young persons (under 18 years) working on board UK fishing vessels.
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 safe operation of fishing vessels engaged in trawling and twin beam trawling, including scallop dredging with derricks or booms.
Advising of the voluntary code of practice, originally produced by the Scottish fishermen's federation (SFF) in consultation with the fish industry safety group (FISG) - appendix A
Advice on reducing the risk of explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning from the fitting and use of petroleum gas and diesel fuel heaters
General guidance on the survey policy for 24m and over registered length fishing vessels
How to comply with the living and working conditions requirements and responsibilities under ILO Work In Fishing Convention (ILO 188)
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