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Find out the measures the UK and EC are taking to reduce fishing industry threats to marine life, such as overfishing, finning, and bycatch
How to prepare and what to do if you’re affected by extreme weather and natural hazards while travelling or living abroad.
Download warning information signs from the 'Code of Safe Working Practices (COSWP) for Merchant Seamen'.
Draws attention to effects of hydrodynamic interaction on vessel manoeuvrability and describes some incidents which illustrate the dangers.
Safety guidance for all seafarers about the dangers of confined space entries.
International regulations and required documentation for hauliers transporting dangerous or hazardous goods by road or by vehicles on ships.
The rules, paperwork and training you need to transport dangerous goods
Entry into enclosed spaces onboard ships is sometimes a necessary but dangerous work activity. This guidance outlines regulations and provides information and advice on how to identify an enclosed space and how to reduce the risk to life.
A guide to the international regulations on the transportation of dangerous goods by air, sea, road, rail or inland waterway.
You can report a dangerous building to the local council
Form for freight companies transporting dangerous goods by road to report an incident.
Warns of the unseen risks from the build-up of gases in 'enclosed' spaces including refrigerated salt water (RSW) tanks.
FCDO travel advice for Haiti. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
Security and training guidance for businesses, such as freight carriers and consignors, involved in the carriage of dangerous goods.
Are you flash flood ready? Environment Agency roadshow on 2 August a chance for public to prepare for flash flooding.
Form for freight companies transporting dangerous goods by rail to report an incident.
Guidance for children about the dangers of fire.
Young people travelling to popular holiday destinations to work in bars and clubs have been given advice on the dangers of labour exploitation.
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