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A warning on the potential hazards of arc flash, and guidance on safety measures.
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 1 outlines circumstances in which shipowners are required to repatriate seafarers under the MLC and guidance on the maximum period of sea service.
Seismic streamers that are being towed represent a potential hazard to navigation and should be marked with tail buoys.
Guidance on stowage positions and other measures that will significantly reduce the possibility of a liferaft or an EPIRB becoming trapped.
Statutory requirements for operators of passenger vessels to ensure that there are sufficient crew for the safe operation of the vessel.
Guidance regarding the use of operating instructions and signage for fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems.
This MIN is about the examination and inspection of mast and spars.
Information about why MCA has withdrawn the general exemption to carry lifejackets on class V vessels on inland lakes.
A previous code of practice for yachts carrying 13 to 36 passengers.
A best practice guide for operators of small passenger boats on inland waters.
Format of Certificates Associated with the Passenger Ship Safety Certificate
Guidance and information about UK merchant shipping regulations and administrative procedures
Draft regulations to implement international safety requirements for bulk carriers.
This notice outlines the criteria under the Maritime Labour Convention for medical practitioners who are qualified to work as a ship’s doctor on a UK ship.
This Merchant Shipping Notice forms an integral part of the Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 2023 (SI 2023/568) (“the 2023 Regulations”). This Notice is made mandatory by way of reference to it in those Regula…
This notice advises all shipowners, shipbuilders, ship repairers, ship masters, certifying authorities and surveyors of the new 1998 Passenger Ship Construction Regulations.
This MSN replaces MSN 1669
The provision of safety information and for owners and operators to ensure adequate measures are taken to inform passengers in an emergency.
Guidance for fishermen and builders. This guide describes the processes to follow through building a new fishing vessel of less than 24m registered length for vessels being built from 21 July 2020.
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