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This Marine Information Note (MIN) outlines the changes to HM Coastguard's provision of a flare disposal service from 31 December 2022.
A code of practice that's voluntary for boats which are less than 15 metres in length, and required for HMCG declared facilities.
Medical fitness requirements for those employed on boats certificated under MCA codes of practice, crew of seagoing local passenger vessels and non-seagoing boatmasters.
This note clarifies UK interpretations for determining load line length on vessel hull forms which feature cut-outs, removable end sections and stepped or recessed decks.
Information regarding the latest edition of the Ship Captain’s Medical Guide (SCMG), and a summary of the changes from the previous version.
Details on how to obtain or validate a seafarer medical certificate, the medical standards and categories including the review (appeal) system.
Amendment 1 outlines that this notice replaces MGN 20 (M+F) for fishing vessels only.
This performance standard for small vessel electronic chart system (SV-ECS) gives technical details for compliant systems used in accordance with MGN 319 (amendment 2).
The Defence Maritime Regulator’s guide to regulation of Maritime Autonomous Systems (MAS).
Notice on the current alcohol limits for seafarers set by the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Convention, 1978 as amended (STCW) and applies to all seafarers.
Leaflet explaining the differences between alerting technology and location technology.
Describes notification exemption arrangements where allowed under the MS (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and reporting requirements) regulations 2004.
This notice provides information relating to recruitment and placement under the 2006 regulations.
Fishermen working on a fishing vessel engaged in commercial operations, must have a fisherman’s work agreement (FWA), setting out their terms and conditions.
Outlining detailed requirements about ship-to-ship transfers of a cargo made up entirely or mainly of oil.
Guidance and information about UK merchant shipping regulations and administrative procedures
Describing the arrangement for the voluntary towage endorsement scheme; outlining competence standards and necessary knowledge.
Amendment 3 provides guidance on the arrangements in place for inspection for Maritime Labour Convention compliance.
The minimum age for seafarers and the protection of young seafarers (under 18 years) working on board UK ships.
This notice provides details of the search and rescue (SAR) co-operation plan requirements under the merchant shipping (safety of navigation) regulations 2002.
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