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This page outlines the requirements and construction standards for fishing vessels
General safety regulations for lifesaving appliances (LSA) and safety equipment on fishing vessels
Complete MSF 4391 to apply for a replacement or update to a certificate of proficiency (CoP) or to apply for a certificate of proficiency in Polar Waters
The purpose of this guidance note is to assist Statutory Harbour Authorities in considering the implementation of a VTS or LPS and in reviewing an existing VTS. It will be used by the MCA, as competent authority for VTS.
This MGN provides guidance on the SOx requirements under the Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships Regulations, as amended for ships in UK ports, with regards to fuel changeover and “hotelling”.
How to obtain telemedical advice (previously radio medical advice) when a medical incident or medical emergency arises at sea.
Form to obtain a certificate of registry from the UK maritime administration.
Accepted food hygiene or food safety qualifications as applicable to ships cook's and others processing food in the galley.
Applicable to davit launched lifeboats fitted with on-load release hooks, and any similar on-load release systems if fitted to rescue boats
Guidance on the Merchant Shipping (Load Line) Regulations 1998, amended by the Merchant Shipping (Load Line) (Amendment) Regulations 2000
An information sheet for middle to senior management who want to establish and support an effective safety culture.
Information about Maritime and Coastguard Agency's (MCA) research project into onboard safety culture.
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.
Flow diagrams detailing conversions from Royal Navy to Merchant Navy certification.
Outlining the issues around maritime safety, who this guide is for and how to use it.
After successful trials throughout the UK, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has launched its online HM Coastguard volunteer enrolment form nationally.
This MSN replaces MSN 1666
Amendment 3 outlines provisions of The Merchant Shipping (Watercraft) Order 2023 and their effect on the scope of the Merchant Shipping (Distress and Prevention of Collisions) Regulations 1996.
The recommended Maritime Labour Convention 2006-compliant model formats for setting out the outer cover, the list of crew and the list of young persons on board ship.
Maintenance intervals of portable fire extinguishers.
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