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Every seafarer employed on a vessel to which the maritime labour convention (MLC) applies, must have a legally enforceable seafarers employment agreement (SEA).
The conclusion of the phase-in period for the Enhanced Authorisation Scheme (EAS) and its implementation.
This guidance note highlights appropriate use of the AIS and VHF marine radio for collision avoidance. It also includes key points from IMO circular regarding use of AIS aids to navigation.
How ship security is managed in the UK, and how to comply with UK regulations on ship security.
Advice for British people on staying safe when travelling abroad by sea, including piracy, armed robbery and security risks in particular regions.
Guidance that outlines the syllabuses for Merchant Navy Deck digital assessments, leading to the issue of a UK Certificate of Competency.
This MSN outlines the safe manning requirements in Merchant Shipping Regulations 2022 and Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and Code.
Provides background and necessary detail to accompany the Merchant Shipping (survey and certification) regulations 2015
Outlined details the requirements for provision of food and fresh water, in accordance with the maritime labour convention.
Amendment 1 provides information on the requirements of the maritime labour convention relating to ship's cooks and catering staff.
Notice to all Shipowners, Operators, Masters, Skippers, Officers, Cadets, and those concerned with maritime training.
A table giving details for MCA approved recruitment and placement agencies.
The UK authorises 6 classification societies to act as recognised organisations (ROs) for the survey and inspection of UK ships.
Designated trial areas for prototype vessels using innovative technology.
This provides a Code of Safe Working Practice for the construction and use of 15m length overall to less than 24m registered length vessels, replaces MSN 1770.
This note provides guidance on the MCA policy with regards to service requirements for SOLAS certificated inflatable Life-Saving Appliances
Guidance for applying for a Engineer Yacht CoC.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency recruitment process for approved doctors.
A list of shipping companies, and the doctors who are approved to carry out ENG 1 medicals for their employees.
Below are the construction standards for new fishing vessels less than 15m length overall which apply to new builds from 21 July 2020. Also contained in the page are marine information notes containing additional information…
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