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How to comply with merchant shipping (Maritime Labour Convention)(survey and certification) regulations 2013.
Fishermen working on a fishing vessel engaged in commercial operations, must have a fisherman’s work agreement (FWA), setting out their terms and conditions.
This MSN outlines the requirements for the implementation of training elements under chapter VI of STCW code for merchant navy seafarers in the UK.
This MIN outlines further guidance on the alternative certificate structure for engineers working on small vessels.
How to find approved training providers (ATP) for Boat Master Licence (BML) training.
Guidance for applying for a Engineer Yacht CoC.
This notice describes revised arrangements for verification of sea service testimonials of seafarers working in the large yacht sector.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) provides information and outlines the updated Oral exam syllabus, for Merchant Navy engineer officers and Electro-Technical Officers.
The Seafarers' Charter is a voluntary agreement of standards for seafarers between the UK government and maritime operators.
This MSN outlines the examination and training requirements for the certification of radio personnel onboard merchant vessels.
Amendment 2 outlines guidance on responsibilities of the shipowner, master, officers and seafarers for the health and safety on UK ships under UK regulations.
Amendment 4 outlines arrangements for the survey, inspection and certification of seafarers living and working conditions on board UK ships, following MLC 2006.
The first part of the Maritime Labour Certificate; this form identifies the topics for inspection.
Discontinuation of printing and supply of certificates of discharge by maritime and coastguard agency and transfer of responsibility to owner if still required.
Guidance and application information for gaining a Fishing Certificate of Competency for deck and engineer officers, including conversions and upgrades.
Brings to fishermen’s attention training and certification requirements that currently apply to all UK registered commercial fishing vessels.
The minimum age for seafarers and the protection of young seafarers (under 18 years) working on board UK ships.
Support for maritime training (SMarT) funding is available for merchant navy training until March 2024.
Amendment 1 advises on the safe installation, inspection, maintenance and use of anchoring, mooring, towing and hauling equipment and the importance of expert advice on repair and maintenance.
This MSN outlines the safe manning requirements in Merchant Shipping Regulations 2022 and Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and Code.
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