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A list of doctors in the UK who can carry out ENG 1 medicals.
This list is for seafarers who need to get an ENG1 medical fitness…
Code of safe working practices for merchant seafarers (COSWP) 2026 edition, outlines the updates reflected following the 2025 annual review.
How to get an ENG1 or ML5 medical certificate.
A list of overseas-based approved doctors for UK seafarers.
Medical examination system and appointment of approved doctors and medical and eyesight standards.
This notice outlines information on Maritime Labour Convention and Work in Fishing Convention requirements for seafarers and fishers affected by the conflict in the Middle East
This notice sets out the minimum requirements for medical stores.
Countries whose seafarer medical fitness certificates are accepted as equivalent to the UK ENG 1.
Outlined details the requirements for provision of food and fresh water, in accordance with the maritime labour convention.
Explanation of the requirements for the provision of social connectivity and internet access under the Maritime Labour Convention, on board ships.
The manual for Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) approved doctors (ADs) carrying out medical assessments for seafarers.
Shipowners requirements to provide seafarers with medical care on board ship.
This notice provides guidance on the changes resulting from the 2022 amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC).
A list of shipping companies, and the doctors who are approved to carry out ENG 1 medicals for their employees.
Amendment 2 outlines mandatory requirements specified by the Secretary of State under the hours of work regulations and gives guidance on their application.
Guidance on the 5 titles of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, and the regulations applying to UK ships under each one.
Amendment 2 advises on risk assessment, for operators of UK passenger ferries and high speed passenger craft to determine whether to carry defibrillators.
Information explaining the UK’s understanding of specific terms used in the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006, as amended.
Amendment 1 provides information on the requirements of the maritime labour convention relating to ship's cooks and catering staff.
Amendment 3 provides guidance on the arrangements in place for inspection for Maritime Labour Convention compliance.
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