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This MGN replaces MGN 148(M) for ships and MGN 149(M) for yachts which are not subject to the Maritime Labour Convention.
This MGN gives information on statutory duties under UK and international shipping legislation on the causes of fatigue and guidance on fatigue management good practice.
A consistent factor in almost all incidents, accidents and errors is the human element - the most common twelve significant people factors.
Companies procuring, storing, distributing or supplying Category C (either as stand alone kits or contained within packed survival craft)
Applicable to davit launched lifeboats fitted with on-load release hooks, and any similar on-load release systems if fitted to rescue boats
This Note sets out the procedure for Conformity Assessment Bodies to follow in seeking designation as a UK Approved Body under the Merchant Shipping (Marine Equipment) (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019.
Guidance on the implementation of Port Waste Reception Facilities for ships and harbours/ports/terminals. The purpose of revising this MGN is to reference new methods of payment for Port Waste Exemption application…
This MGN annexes a revision of the Code of Practice ‘Roll-on/Roll-off Ships – Stowage and Securing of Vehicles’
For fishing vessels of less than 15m length overall built before 16 July 2007 and existing vessels of 15m length overall to less than 24m registered length wishing to join the UK Register.
MGN 637 provides further guidance on the safety, training and manning requirements of The Merchant Shipping (Polar Code) (Safety) Regulations 2021
This notice provides guidelines for the Merchant Shipping (Special Measures to Enhance Maritime Safety) Regulations 2024. It covers the process for obtaining ship, Company and Registered Owner IMO numbers and explains the …
Overview of technical and operational measures to reduce GHG emissions from ships introduced through amendments to Annex VI of the MARPOL Convention.
STCW 95 provides for CoC combining deck, engineer and radio competencies to be issued under regulation VII/1 – alternative certification.
Amendment 1 outlines the application of the fishing vessels (working time sea-fishermen) regulations 2004 as amended, which came into force on 1 January 2019.
The written examination syllabuses for yacht Officers of the Watch.
Information on implementing and maintaining good cyber security practices on maritime vessels.
Stability information guidance and standard example for booklet.
The Seafarers' Charter is a voluntary agreement of standards for seafarers between the UK government and maritime operators.
A document outlining standards to be met by organisations delivering Tier 2 response services in the UK.
Format of Certificates Associated with the Passenger Ship Safety Certificate
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