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Report from Southampton Solent university into the investigation of the 8-hours on / 8-hours off seafarers watch keeping system.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in February 2013.
Leaflet outlining the Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GDMSS) processes for distress and hazard alerts at sea, together with a sea area map.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in November 2023.
Guidance for fishermen on how to correctly fit a HRU
This notice covers the regulations, risks and need for awareness associated to exposure to harmful levels of artificial optical radiation.
Guidance for owners and skippers when they are operating their vessel outside UK waters.
This notice concerns the protection of maritime workers from the risks associated with working at height.
Guidance on interpretation of The Merchant Shipping (Anti-Fouling Systems) Regulations 2024.
This MGN provides guidance on the construction requirements in MSN 1900.
Amendment 1 provisions for continuation of a seafarer's entitlements in relation to payment of wages, if held captive in the event of piracy or armed robbery.
Amendment 2 outlines guidance for seafarers about their protection, rights and entitlements under the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006.
A warning on the potential hazards of arc flash, and guidance on safety measures.
Alert to the possible problems caused by excessive harmonic distortion of electrical systems onboard vessels.
The notice outlines guidance and procedure for obtaining an exemption from requirements of merchant shipping and fishing vessel (control of noise at work) regulations 2007.
General guidance on the survey policy for 24m and over registered length fishing vessels
Provides advice and a reminder on the safe use and handling of gas welding and burning equipment.
Advice on the selection of fire detection and alarm equipment - need for automatic fire detection in enclosed spaces on 15m to 24m vessels
Statutory requirements for operators of passenger vessels to ensure that there are sufficient crew for the safe operation of the vessel.
Outlines a potential lifejacket safety issue and highlights the need for guidance on evacuating infants and people with disabilities.
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