Guidance and regulation

The manual for Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) approved doctors (ADs) carrying out medical assessments for seafarers.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 16 July 2020

This MSN outlines the requirements for the implementation of training elements under chapter VI of STCW code for merchant navy seafarers in the UK.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 19 December 2022

Information on the ENG 1 and ML5 medical examinations and certificates for fishermen.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 1 May 2024

Amendment 2 outlines guidance on responsibilities of the shipowner, master, officers and seafarers for the health and safety on UK ships under UK regulations.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 7 July 2023

Amendment 4 outlines arrangements for the survey, inspection and certification of seafarers living and working conditions on board UK ships, following MLC 2006.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 16 November 2022

Amendment 2 outlines mandatory requirements specified by the Secretary of State under the hours of work regulations and gives guidance on their application.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 4 October 2022

How to get statutory safety training and the certificates of competency you will need to work in the fishing industry.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 20 April 2021

Amendment 1 provides information on the requirements of the maritime labour convention relating to ship's cooks and catering staff.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 18 November 2022

Discontinuation of printing and supply of certificates of discharge by maritime and coastguard agency and transfer of responsibility to owner if still required.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 1 November 1999

An information sheet for middle to senior management who want to establish and support an effective safety culture.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 6 May 2014

How to find approved training providers (ATP) for Boat Master Licence (BML) training.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 24 January 2024

This notice describes revised arrangements for verification of sea service testimonials of seafarers working in the large yacht sector.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 5 April 2017

Outlines the ship owner's procedures to comply with the maritime labour convention, 2006 - MSF 2401

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 9 May 2023

Brings to fishermen’s attention training and certification requirements that currently apply to all UK registered commercial fishing vessels.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 28 March 2010

The first part of the Maritime Labour Certificate; this form identifies the topics for inspection.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 12 January 2024

Small Vessel Engineer Officers (Yachts, Sail Training and Small Vessels)

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 1 August 2023

The Seafarers' Charter is a voluntary agreement of standards for seafarers between the UK government and maritime operators.

• From: Department for Transport
• Updated: 24 July 2023

A list of healthcare providers, and the doctors approved to carry out ENG 1 medical examinations.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 26 March 2019

A quick-reference guide to UK regulations and procedures.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 8 March 2022

Provides shipowners with links to information to maintain awareness of hazards and risks which are causing accidents to inform risk assessments and procedures.

• From: Maritime and Coastguard Agency
• Updated: 24 April 2024