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The Long-Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) system provides for the global identification and tracking of ships. Under SOLAS Chapter V, Regulation 19-1, vessels >300 GT on international voyages are required to tran…
A list of responsibilities for surveying yachts under MCA's large yacht code (LY3).
A guide from RoSPA on managing beach safety.
MCA advice leaflet for the marking of fishing gear
An overview of the advantages, challenges, regulations and guidance associated with using lithium-ion.
Information about the MCA Regulatory Compliance Investigations Team, its operational procedures and action it can take for maritime legislation offences.
Record of prosecutions resulting from breaches of maritime legislation: court hearings from January 2022.
Record of prosecutions resulting from breaches of maritime legislation: court hearings from January 2023.
Maritime health seminar presentations held during 2018.
Recommendation for the fitting of hull stress monitoring systems on bulk carriers of 20,000 dwt and above.
Amendment to marine guidance note 12 relating to fishing vessels operating in submarine exercise areas.
Draws attention to incidents with electrical equipment, maintenance responsibilities and the use of thermographic imaging as a maintenance tool.
Offers certain Class VI passenger vessels an alternative arrangement for the carriage of man-overboard smoke signals and parachute flares.
Draws attention to precautionary measures against dangers through flooding of forward compartments.
Procedures for the isolation of machinery prior to maintenance to be included in planned maintenance system
Statutory requirements for fitting and use of hinged deadlights and permanently attached storm covers at windows and side scuttles.
Advises about potential consequences of non-payment for services provided to a ship by land earth stations operating in the INMARSAT system.
General advice on the supply and use of working and protective gear (personal protective equipment (PPE)) on fishing vessels.
Draws attention to guidelines for the proper maintenance and testing of fixed bulk dry powder fire extinguishing systems.
Amendment 1 advises seafarers on the Dreadnought Medical Service at Guy’s Hospital and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust in London.
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