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Practical advice on the provision of food and water for all fishing vessels.
Guidance on how to apply for a safe manning document and/or exemption for UK registered vessels
The oral examination syllabuses for yacht Deck Officers.
A quick-reference guide to UK regulations and procedures.
Procedures for the isolation of machinery prior to maintenance to be included in planned maintenance system
Detailed lists of documents required to obtain a UK Certificate of Competency after passing your oral examination.
The written examination syllabuses for yacht Masters.
This notice provides information on the safe use and operation of power operated watertight doors on ships.
This MSN outlines the requirements and how to apply for a UK Flag State Endorsement (FSE).
Amendments to MSN 1858 yacht requirements to gain an exemption from completing the training record book
A list of healthcare providers, and the doctors approved to carry out ENG 1 medical examinations.
This MIN outlines the alternative route to have qualifications assessed by an MCA-approved nautical college for entry onto UK Engineering Officer of the Watch training programme.
Clarifies the training required for Masters and Deck Officers of UK registered vessels which have ECDIS as their primary means of navigation
Guidance on when seafarers and other persons who work at sea are entitled to the minimum wage.
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.
Amendment 1 explains current alcohol limits for seafarers, set by the standards of training, certification and watchkeeping convention 1978 as amended (STCW).
This MIN details a new route for applicants looking to gain an UK OOW yachts, less than 3000 GT, unlimited area, II/1 Certificate of Competency.
A list of doctors who were previously approved to carry out ENG 1 medicals but whose approval has lapsed.
Instructions regarding safety management of domestic passenger ships
Information describing the system to gain certificates to master workboats less than 500 GT operating in the unlimited area.
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