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Find out which activities may be exempt from requiring a marine licence and what you need to do in such circumstances.
Draws attention to relevant requirements in the regulations listed in paragraph 1.
Strategic overview and organisation of search and rescue in UK and Northern Ireland.
Amendment 4 provisions for continuation of a seafarers entitlement under their seafarer employment agreement if held captive in the event of piracy or armed robbery.
How to get statutory safety training and the certificates of competency you will need to work in the fishing industry.
This guidance provides details on how to book an inspection, how to prepare your vessel and different inspection procedures.
How to find MCA approved training providers for long courses.
This guidance provides clarification of the MCA's Dyslexia Policy and considers up to date guidance from the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) while maintaining compliance with STCW requirements.
Amendment 3 sets out the minimum requirements for medical stores for UK ships and contains updated guidance and changes outlined on pages 1 and 2.
A list of shipping companies, and the doctors who are approved to carry out ENG 1 medicals for their employees.
Guidance on the application of the Entry into Enclosed Spaces Regulations 2022 and supporting information on industry best practice, following consultation.
This MIN outlines further guidance on the alternative certificate structure for engineers working on small vessels.
This MSN outlines the safe manning requirements in Merchant Shipping Regulations 2022 and Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and Code.
Your rights as a passenger when travelling by sea and inland waterway.
This statutory Merchant Shipping Notice sets out the categorisations of waters in the United Kingdom.
Guidance on when seafarers and other persons who work at sea are entitled to the minimum wage.
Brings to fishermen’s attention training and certification requirements that currently apply to all UK registered commercial fishing vessels.
Information outlining the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC), amendments 2022 and proposals for implementation into UK legislation with guidance to industry.
The guidance contained in this MGN is intended to outline best practices related to design, equipment and outfit of dedicated spaces onboard, and to increase safety for handling, charging and stowage of Li-ion batteries and …
This page details the Maritime & Coastguard Agency's fees for a range of maritime services.
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