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Instructions for the guidance of surveyors, which covers the survey of fishing vessels.
This page outlines the requirements and construction standards for fishing vessels
Guidance on when seafarers and other persons who work at sea are entitled to the minimum wage.
Guide to help you prepare and present your vessel properly for survey and inspection.
Good governance guidance for statutory harbour authorities operating ports in England and Wales.
The code of safe practice for large commercial yachts, and a list of the main changes from previous version LY2.
Guidance on the transport of items classified as dangerous by individuals in private vehicles and by foot passengers on Ro-Ro ships
The conclusion of the phase-in period for the Enhanced Authorisation Scheme (EAS) and its implementation.
Information on the minimum age for seafarers and the protection of young seafarers (under 18 years) working on board UK ships.
This MSN imposes obligations concerning crew accommodation on UK ships, and non-UK ships without maritime labour convention certificates in UK waters.
A strategic overview for responses to marine pollution from shipping and offshore installations
For the guidance of surveyors auditing safety management systems both at sea and ashore
Steps and requirements on how to register a fishing vessel
This webpage provides a list of organisations authorised under UK legislation to conduct tonnage measurement and issue certification on UK registered vessels.
Flag State Endorsements needed for officers serving on fishing vessels, and the responsibilities of owners and operators.
Instructions for the guidance of surveyors completing survey work for the Maritime Coastguard Agency.
Draws attention to effects of hydrodynamic interaction on vessel manoeuvrability and describes some incidents which illustrate the dangers.
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.
An explanation of the UK shipping regulations relating to the prevention of pollution from sewage. Includes information on equipment requirements and exemptions for unmanned non-self-propelled barges.
MGN 70 (M) Amendment 1 includes a new reporting procedure for UK-flagged vessels coming to the UK, non UK-flagged vessels in UK waters and UK port facilities discovering a stowaway incident.
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