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Amendment 2 Information about the minimum age for fishermen and the protection of young persons (under 18 years) working on board UK fishing vessels.
Amendment 1 outlines the application of the fishing vessels (working time sea-fishermen) regulations 2004 as amended, which came into force on 1 January 2019.
The minimum standards to be met in paying fishermen for their work on fishing vessels whether fishermen are employed or work as self-employed share fishermen.
In 2018, ILO Convention No. 188 The Work in Fishing Convention will also be implemented in the UK.
Guidance to mariners on the use of mobile phones or other personal electronic devices and the dangers of not using them appropriately when working.
Engine manufacturers' database and guide for builders, owners, skippers, managers, surveyors and measurers of UK registered fishing vessels.
Advice on the selection of fire detection and alarm equipment - need for automatic fire detection in enclosed spaces on 15m to 24m vessels
Guidance and procedures for carrying out emergency drills on board fishing vessels.
Details of arrangements for the survey, inspection and documentation of compliance for fishermen's living and working conditions on UK fishing vessels,
This additional guidance is provided in response to queries on the application of the code of practice for the safety of small fishing vessels of less than 15m length overall.
The oral examination syllabuses for fishing Deck Officers.
The oral examination syllabus for fishing Engineer Officers.
Describes measures implemented by the royal navy to minimise the risk to fishing vessels in submarine exercise areas.
Advice on reducing the risk of explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning from the fitting and use of petroleum gas and diesel fuel heaters
This guidance outlines the arrangements in place in the UK for accessing shore based welfare facilities.
Making sure fishing vessels radio equipment is able to perform all the functions of the global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS).
All UK fishing vessels must have a list of crew on board which must be left with the nominated person before or immediately after the departure of the vessel.
Guidance for fishermen and builders. This guide describes the processes to follow through building a new fishing vessel of less than 24m registered length for vessels being built from 21 July 2020.
Leaflet for skippers and crew, fishing safely.
This report considers the hazards relating to poorly marked or rigged static fishing gear, UK regulatory regimes and ways to improve safety outcomes in the waters around the UK.
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