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How owners and operators of UK registered ships comply with the requirements of Part 7 of the MS MLC, minimum requirements for seafarers, regulations 2014.
This note provides guidance to owners, operators and seafarers on the UK provisions on the MCA’s handling of complaints made to the MCA relating to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC).
Regulations require periodic testing of the complete emergency electrical system including any automatic starting arrangements .
This notice sets out the factors that the MCA (on behalf of the Secretary of State) will take into account when considering whether to grant an application for such an exemption.
This Note provides information for the Plan Approval, Construction and Outfit and Certification of New build fishing vessels.
The written examination syllabuses for yacht Officers of the Watch.
Leaflet for skippers and crew, fishing safely.
A voluntary Code of Practice applicable to Small Hovercraft of up to 24 metres in length that carry no more than 12 passengers
Capsizing due to insufficient stability is a major cause of fatalities for fishing vessels under 24m length, especially those under 15m.
A consistent factor in almost all incidents, accidents and errors is the human element - the most common twelve significant people factors.
The written examination syllabuses for Engineering Knowledge (EK).
The syllabuses for Large Yacht Helideck Safety Training are hosted on this page.
Details the research undertaken and the procedures to be followed to demonstrate the fire protection standards for non-steel constructions.
Amendment 1 outlines the circumstances to repatriate fishermen and the provisions, including the fishermen’s relief and maintenance, whilst awaiting and during repatriation.
If a fisherman requires medical care while working on a fishing vessel they must receive this free of charge and costs rest with the fishing vessel owner.
Notice to ship owners, operators and managers, masters, officers and crew, authorised service providers, lifeboat equipment manufacturers and UK authorised recognised organisations
Information on the amendments made to the International Convention on MARPOL Annex I by the IMO Resolutions adopted since 2004.
This guidance provides clarification of the MCA's Dyslexia Policy and considers up to date guidance from the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) while maintaining compliance with STCW requirements.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) outlines the changes to HM Coastguard's provision of a flare disposal service from 31 December 2022.
This notice recommends that a master or chief mate of large ships have adequate experience in unusual maneuvering characteristics.
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