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This MSN replaces MSN 1669
This MSN replaces MSN 1670 Amendment 1
Guidance for complying with the merchant shipping (cargo ship construction) regulations 1997.
The updated chapter 11 (registration) of 'instructions for the guidance of surveyors, measurement of british tonnage'.
The serviceability and maintenance requirements of radio equipment under the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)
The annex to this amending notice revokes and replaces section 1 of schedule 2 of MSN 1699.
Guidance on how the Firearms (Amendment) (No. 2) Act 1997 will further affect the types of weapons which may be carried onboard ships.
Detailing the requirements for emergency communications equipment and alarms.
Describes changes to and implements directive 2005/12/EC which requires roll-on and roll-off passenger ships to comply with stability tests.
Workboat Code Edition 3 – Annex 3 The Safety of Police Boats sets out a standard for the construction, machinery, carriage of equipment, manning, survey and certification of Police Boats.
Drawing attention to 2 incidents of ingress of water through spurling pipes and how these can be prevented.
Information on training courses from the Counter Pollution and Salvage team including who should attend, course content and objectives, and how to apply.
Training materials for MCA oil pollution, contingency planning and response course.
Advice for passengers on their rights when travelling by sea and on inland waterways.
Flowchart showing the process for the port facility security assessments and plans.
Evaluation of the effectiveness of regulations to improve marine safety by determining the circumstances and causes of marine casualties and promoting action to prevent reoccurrence.
The code of safe practice for large commercial yachts.
Information on implementing and maintaining good cyber security practices on maritime vessels.
MCA SCAT manual and survey forms for teams involved in clearing oiled shorelines.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in February 2025.
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