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Guidance on the securing, stowage and launching of liferafts, and the fitting of the most common types of hydrostatic release units.
The Defence Maritime Regulator’s guide to regulation of Maritime Autonomous Systems (MAS).
The Code of Practice for Intended Pleasure Vessels in temporary commercial use at aea.
Details on how to obtain or validate a seafarer medical certificate, the medical standards and categories including the review (appeal) system.
This notice provides guidance to all who have an interest in small commercial vessels including rescue boats with an intention to operate abroad in non-UK waters.
Regulations require periodic testing of the complete emergency electrical system including any automatic starting arrangements .
Guidance on identifying and dealing with overweight lifeboats and rescue boats.
UK policy and procedure for acceptance of descent equipment intended to provide a controlled means of decent to reach survival craft.
Life-saving appliances - means of recovery of persons from the water by ships and boats - plans, procedures and acceptance of recovery equipment
Practical advice on the provision of food and water for all fishing vessels.
This MGN provides guidance on the construction requirements in MSN 1900.
Guidance on the safe use of pesticides in ships, including solid bulk cargoes and cargo transport units. This Guidance links to the relevant UK Regulations and current IMO guidance.
Information regarding the arrangements for applying the grandfathering arrangements in SOLAS XV/3.2 and 3.3 for the period 1 July 2024 to the date of first survey.
This MSN replaces MSN 1666
Summary of Issue regarding Lithium Storage Solutions Ltd – Lithium Safety Store®
A voluntary Code of Practice applicable to Small Hovercraft of up to 24 metres in length that carry no more than 12 passengers
A previous code of practice for yachts carrying 13 to 36 passengers.
Statutory requirements for operators of passenger vessels to ensure that there are sufficient crew for the safe operation of the vessel.
This notice provides information relating to recruitment and placement under the 2006 regulations.
MCA interpretation for SOLAS Chapter III rotational deployments of MES, roles different parties should play and pass criteria for deployment
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