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This Note emphasises the need for correct use of electronic navigational equipment by watchkeepers.
Safety at sea and prevention of pollution to the marine environment through application of international instruments relating to equipment to be placed on board ships registered with the UK.
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 marine guidance note replaces the guidance which was published on www.gov.uk for compliance with SOLAS chapter V and the 2002 regulations.
Addresses and phone numbers for the HM Coastguard centres. Do not use these details in an emergency, instead call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
A strategic overview for responses to marine pollution from shipping and offshore installations
The UK marine equipment approval database is a list of marine equipment which has been granted UK conformity assessment.
This page contains The Code of Practice for the Safety of Small Fishing Vessels of less than 15m Length Overall and all associated information to be read alongside it.
Construction - fire protection, fire detection and fire extinction
Wreck and salvage laws, the role of the Receiver of the Wreck, wreck owners and salvors and how to report wreck material.
This MSN outlines the requirements to revalidate all certificates of competency and tanker endorsements under the STCW convention and code.
The application of certification and watchkeeping for seafarers 1978, ( STCW 95 amended) regarding the keeping of a safe navigational watch.
The manual for Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) approved doctors (ADs) carrying out medical assessments for seafarers.
The maps show the locations of the MCA marine offices
Strategic overview and organisation of search and rescue in UK and Northern Ireland.
This page details the Maritime & Coastguard Agency's fees for a range of maritime services.
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.
Draws attention to relevant requirements in the regulations listed in paragraph 1.
This MIN provides a summary of the standards referenced and guidelines in The Workboat Code Edition 3. This M Notice is intended to supplement the Code.
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…
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