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Amendment 1 outlines that this notice replaces MGN 20 (M+F) for fishing vessels only.
This MGN has been produced for owners and skippers of small fishing vessels as an aid to assess the stability of their vessels in accordance with MSN 1871 Amendment No.2 The Code of Practice for the Safety of Small Fishing V…
The Notice provides details of the medical certification exemption granted for existing fishers on vessels under 10m
How to comply with the living and working conditions requirements and responsibilities under ILO Work In Fishing Convention (ILO 188)
This guidance provides details on how to book a survey or inspection, how to prepare your vessel and different survey procedures.
Guidance for fishermen on health and safety best practice, and applying merchant shipping and fishing vessel regulations.
Below are the construction standards for new fishing vessels 15m length overall to 24m registered length. Also contained in the page are marine information notes containing additional information relating to these standards.
Note gives guidance on Pre-registration Survey process for fishing vessels.
Maximum continuous engine power is the total power that can be obtained at the flywheel of each engine used to propel the vessel.
Practical advice on the provision of food and water for all fishing vessels.
Guidance and procedures for carrying out emergency drills on board fishing vessels.
Guidance to mariners on the use of mobile phones or other personal electronic devices and the dangers of not using them appropriately when working.
Amendment 3 contains guidance on the factors affecting the risks of manual handling, with particular reference to work on board ships.
Provides guidance to help fishermen make decisions regarding the operation of their vessel using the Wolfson Stability Guidance Method.
In 2018, ILO Convention No. 188 The Work in Fishing Convention will also be implemented in the UK.
Engine manufacturers' database and guide for builders, owners, skippers, managers, surveyors and measurers of UK registered fishing vessels.
Explains the need to maintain a proper navigational watch at all times.
How to comply with the safety requirements and responsibilities under ILO Work In Fishing Convention (ILO 188)
Guidance note recommending a common format for stability information booklets for use on board fishing vessels.
Describes measures implemented by the royal navy to minimise the risk to fishing vessels in submarine exercise areas.
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