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Explains how voyage data recorders (VDRs) should be tested after installation and annually thereafter.
Details on the requirements for seafarers and fishermen to be given a written record of their work, titled as a certificate of discharge.
How to comply with the safety requirements and responsibilities under ILO Work In Fishing Convention (ILO 188)
The 2014 MLC regulations form part of the UK's approach to ensuring the safety and protection of seafarers on UK flagged vessels and foreign flagged vessels whilst in the UK.
Technical provisions that have been accepted by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and the European Commission
This notice should be read with MGN 538, MGN 571, MGN 587 and MGN 588 and replaces MGN 494.
Substantially equivalent accommodation standards agreed by UK tripartite working group for new vessels of 200GT to less than 500GT.
Crew accommodation standards as a substantial equivalence to MLC standard A3.1 for new UK vessels under 200GT, ordinarily engaged in commercial activities.
Information on the responsibilities of fishing vessel owners, including managers, the skipper and fishermen, for health and safety on UK fishing vessels.
MCA interpretation for SOLAS Chapter III rotational deployments of MES, roles different parties should play and pass criteria for deployment
UK policy and procedure for acceptance of descent equipment intended to provide a controlled means of decent to reach survival craft.
Amendments to the IGF Code which take effect from 1 January 2024 include, general editorial amendments and changes for ships constructed on or after 1st January 2024.
This MGN explains the dangerous use provisions of the MSA to powered watercraft, the obligations and offences for different actors, and the role of the MCA as the main statutory authority for enforcement.
Amendment 2 outlines guidance on the requirements for the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to vibration at work.
Draws attention to precautionary measures against dangers through flooding of forward compartments.
Marine accident investigation branch Recommended that all pilot boats should be manned with a minimum of two crew including the coxswain.
Amendment 2 includes the 2014 Amendments to the MLC which came into force internationally in January 2017.
Information on the procedure for applying for a substantial equivalence on UK flagged vessels, which are subject to the MLC, 2006.
Guidance on identifying and dealing with overweight lifeboats and rescue boats.
A warning on the potential hazards of arc flash, and guidance on safety measures.
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