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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.
The use of mobile phones at inappropriate times is distracting bridge management teams from their primary duties of navigating and conning their vessel.
Standards of VTS training and certification recognised by the United Kingdom Competent Authority. IALA standards and the UK National Occupational Standards. It also provides information on the procedures for the training and…
Highlights issues to consider when assessing navigational safety and emergency response, caused by OREI
Guidance for owners, operators and masters of vessels on inland waters, explaining the classifications and how to apply for categorisation.
Explains how voyage data recorders (VDRs) should be tested after installation and annually thereafter.
This guidance note identifies the standards of VTS Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) and Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) recognised by the United Kingdom Competent Authority.
Details of emergency response planning for at-sea renewable energy installations.
MCA leaflet explaining specifications and recommendations for using VHF DSC radios on private leisure craft
This MGN draws attention to procedures and minimum levels of service for the testing and maintenance of EPIRBs; automatically including the ship's position in distress alerts; and, supplying radio installations from an …
To give advice to both DP vessels undertaking diving or other subsea operations and vessels that are operating in the vicinity, when applying the provisions within COLREG.
Information about the 24-hour radio and radar coastal vessel traffic service (VTS) and further information on vessel safety when navigating, and specifically crossing, the Dover Strait.
A report on the research to find a replacement for the Holmes Wright B (HWB) lantern test carried out on behalf of the MCA.
Forms and guidance for initial application and revalidation for Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) operator logbooks and supervisor or instructor endorsements.
GMDSS - Iridium satellite services - distress and MSI – operational status and regulations.
Explains the need to maintain a proper navigational watch at all times.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in September 2023.
This notice outlines MCA accredited training organisations in the UK for IALA C0103 courses and their contact details.
Designates UK VTS for the purpose of requiring compliance by shipping with regulations 6 and 7 of the Merchant Shipping Regulations 2004.
Draws the attention to the dangers from exposed aerial lead-ins and the measures that should be taken to reduce the risk of injury.
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