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Information about Maritime and Coastguard Agency's (MCA) research project into onboard safety culture.
Amendment 2 outlines guidance on the requirements for the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to vibration at work.
Information on how the UKHO will issue future changes to routeing measures in electronic navigational charts.
Guidance on interpretation of The Merchant Shipping (Anti-Fouling Systems) Regulations 2024.
This MGN alerts owners, operators, managers, seafarers and fishermen to the dangers associated with the use of barbecues and similar equipment on board vessels.
Highlights conflict between safety and security with regards to means of escape and provides advice on the methods to overcome the conflict.
Describes notification exemption arrangements where allowed under the MS (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and reporting requirements) regulations 2004.
A code of practice that's voluntary for boats which are less than 15 metres in length, and required for HMCG declared facilities.
This MGN informs interested parties of the MCA installation and testing requirements for the approval of new fixed aerosol fire extinguishing systems for use in small vessel machinery spaces.
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 …
This note sets out the procedure for conformity assessment bodies to follow in seeking designation as a UK nominated body under the merchant shipping (marine equipment) regulations 2016 (as amended).
Amendments to the IGF Code which take effect from 1 January 2024 include, general editorial amendments and changes for ships constructed on or after 1st January 2024.
How to obtain the manual which gives medical guidance for (non-doctors) working on board a ship. The 23rd edition, is the most up-to-date and complete.
This MIN highlights amendments to the international code on the enhanced programme of inspections during surveys of bulk carriers and oil tankers, 2011 (ESP Code 2011) (MSC.525(106)) brought into force in the UK 1st July 202…
Flag State Endorsements needed for officers serving on fishing vessels, and the responsibilities of owners and operators.
This notice provides details of the search and rescue (SAR) co-operation plan requirements under the merchant shipping (safety of navigation) regulations 2002.
Amendment 2 Information about the minimum age for fishermen and the protection of young persons (under 18 years) working on board UK fishing vessels.
Explains recent amendments to international codes related to the carriage by sea of dangerous goods and the dates when voluntary and mandatory use are required.
Plan for the group that covers Dee to Solway.
Code applied on a voluntary basis to passenger ships carrying not more than 250 passengers
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