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This MIN is about the examination and inspection of mast and spars.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) outlines the changes to HM Coastguard's provision of a flare disposal service from 31 December 2022.
This MSN replaces MSN 1668
Amendment 2 lists merchant notices and marine guidance notes which provide standards or guidance for implementation of the maritime labour convention, 2006.
This notice provides information relating to recruitment and placement under the 2006 regulations.
This MSN replaces MSN 1666
This MSN updates previous versions of MSN 1794(M) outlining the obligations on passenger ships operators to report persons data at the start of a voyage.
Amendment 1 outlines the application of the fishing vessels (working time sea-fishermen) regulations 2004 as amended, which came into force on 1 January 2019.
Details on the requirements for seafarers and fishermen to be given a written record of their work, titled as a certificate of discharge.
Provision of facilities for emergency helicopter operations on sea-going ships which do not have a helideck & emergency contingency plans.
Highlights the dangers to passengers and crew of moving vehicles during operations on board roll-on and roll-off ships.
Amendment 2 outlines guidance on the requirements for the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to vibration at work.
This notice concerns the protection of maritime workers from the risks associated with working at height.
Applicable to davit launched lifeboats fitted with on-load release hooks, and any similar on-load release systems if fitted to rescue boats
Life-saving appliances - means of recovery of persons from the water by ships and boats - plans, procedures and acceptance of recovery equipment
All fishing vessels must carry out regular drills and record these. Drills may differ depending on whether the vessel is single handed or not.
Format of Certificates Associated with the Passenger Ship Safety Certificate
Domestic Safety Management code (DSM) (MSIS 29) for the safe operation of ships and for pollution prevention.
Reminder to all UK ships and other ships operating in UK territorial waters, of the legal requirements for keeping a proper look-out during the hours of darkness.
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