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The MCA recognises organisations to act as aviation inspection bodies to assess and certify shipboard heliports onboard UK yachts.
Fishermen working on a fishing vessel engaged in commercial operations, must have a fisherman’s work agreement (FWA), setting out their terms and conditions.
Information on the minimum age for seafarers and the protection of young seafarers (under 18 years) working on board UK ships.
Information on the MLC 2006 and ILO (188) compliant medical examination system - appointment of approved doctors and medical and eyesight standards.
A quick-reference guide to UK regulations and procedures.
Information on the procedure for applying for a substantial equivalence on UK flagged vessels, which are subject to the MLC, 2006.
How to comply with merchant shipping (Maritime Labour Convention)(survey and certification) regulations 2013 in regards to regulation 13, on-board complaint procedures.
The Defence Maritime Regulator’s guide to regulation of Maritime Autonomous Systems (MAS).
How to obtain telemedical advice (previously radio medical advice) when a medical incident or medical emergency arises at sea.
Information on the responsibilities of fishing vessel owners, including managers, the skipper and fishermen, for health and safety on UK fishing vessels.
This notice provides details of the search and rescue (SAR) co-operation plan requirements under the merchant shipping (safety of navigation) regulations 2002.
Provides links to websites containing information countering piracy, armed robbery and other acts of violence against merchant shipping
Updated guidance on how to process an application for the certification of UK vessels wherever they may be, or other vessels operating in UK waters that use Innovative Technology or where a risk-based approach is used.
Outlining detailed requirements about ship-to-ship transfers of a cargo made up entirely or mainly of oil.
A code of practice that's voluntary for boats which are less than 15 metres in length, and required for HMCG declared facilities.
Marine accident investigation branch Recommended that all pilot boats should be manned with a minimum of two crew including the coxswain.
This notice outlines information on the regulations, policies and procedures for the issue of discharge books
How to comply with the safety requirements and responsibilities under ILO Work In Fishing Convention (ILO 188)
Describes notification exemption arrangements where allowed under the MS (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and reporting requirements) regulations 2004.
MCA interpretation for SOLAS Chapter III rotational deployments of MES, roles different parties should play and pass criteria for deployment
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