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New rules and advice about appealing against the decision of an arbitrator following changes to the merchant shipping regulations.
Guidance on how the Firearms (Amendment) (No. 2) Act 1997 will further affect the types of weapons which may be carried onboard ships.
Detailing the requirements for emergency communications equipment and alarms.
Making sure fishing vessels radio equipment is able to perform all the functions of the global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS).
This Merchant Shipping Notice forms an integral part of the Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 2023 (SI 2023/568) (“the 2023 Regulations”). This Notice is made mandatory by way of reference to it in those R…
Instructions for guidance of surveyors.
Instructions for guidance to surveyors, on maritime and caastguard Agency (MCA) construction standards and policies.
Draft regulations to implement international safety requirements for bulk carriers.
Alerts industry to specific issues. Normally time sensitive and action may be required.
Part of the instructions to surveyors, about making sure crew accommodation meets legal requirements for merchant ships.
Guidelines for the MCA's Workshop Skills Training course.
UKSR LYS advice notes for those who wish to have their vessel projects surveyed.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency and several other organisations can provide useful advice for fishing vessel operators and seafarers on safety procedures.
Capsizing due to insufficient stability is a major cause of fatalities for fishing vessels under 24m length, especially those under 15m.
Information on licensing needed for private maritime security companies (PMSC's) to provide maritime anti-piracy services in the ‘high risk area’ (HRA).
Construction, radio and marine equipment standards for merchant ships and special shipping.
How to comply with the safety requirements and responsibilities under ILO Work In Fishing Convention (ILO 188)
GMDSS - Iridium satellite services - distress and MSI – operational status and regulations.
This treaty was presented to Parliament in July 2020.
Information on how to apply for a UK fishing certificate of competence (CoC) for engineers.
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