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Leaflet for skippers and crew, fishing safely.
This report considers the hazards relating to poorly marked or rigged static fishing gear, UK regulatory regimes and ways to improve safety outcomes in the waters around the UK.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency and several other organisations can provide useful advice for fishing vessel operators and seafarers on safety procedures.
General safety regulations for lifesaving appliances (LSA) and safety equipment on fishing vessels
This additional guidance is provided in response to queries on the application of the code of practice for the safety of small fishing vessels of less than 15m length overall.
Guidance for fishermen on how to correctly fit a HRU
Technical advice for skippers of fishing vessels
MCA advice leaflet for the marking of fishing gear
Gives a summary of SOLAS chapter 5 regulations, and how they apply to fishing vessels registered in the UK.
Guidance note recommending a common format for stability information booklets for use on board fishing vessels.
Advice on the selection of fire detection and alarm equipment - need for automatic fire detection in enclosed spaces on 15m to 24m vessels
Provides advice and a reminder on the safe use and handling of gas welding and burning equipment.
General advice on the supply and use of working and protective gear (personal protective equipment (PPE)) on fishing vessels.
Advice on reducing the risk of explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning from the fitting and use of petroleum gas and diesel fuel heaters
Guidance for owners and skippers when they are operating their vessel outside UK waters.
Guidance on safe operation of fishing vessels engaged in trawling and twin beam trawling, including scallop dredging with derricks or booms.
General guidance on the survey policy for 24m and over registered length fishing vessels
In 2018, ILO Convention No. 188 The Work in Fishing Convention will also be implemented in the UK.
Fishing vessels must be sufficiently and safely manned for safe navigation and operation of the vessel and that fishermen must be given adequate rest.
This notice provides guidance on how to reduce the risk of flooding and the action to take if flooding occurs
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