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For use by ships, aircraft of persons in distress when communicating with rescue units.
Information on the safe operation of power operated watertight doors and references to additional information.
Amendment 1 outlines that this notice replaces MGN 20 (M+F) for fishing vessels only.
Highlights issues to consider when assessing navigational safety and emergency response, caused by OREI
Information regarding the latest edition of the Ship Captain’s Medical Guide (SCMG), and a summary of the changes from the previous version.
Code applied on a voluntary basis to passenger ships carrying not more than 250 passengers
A code of practice that's voluntary for boats which are less than 15 metres in length, and required for HMCG declared facilities.
This note clarifies UK interpretations for determining load line length on vessel hull forms which feature cut-outs, removable end sections and stepped or recessed decks.
Outlining detailed requirements about ship-to-ship transfers of a cargo made up entirely or mainly of oil.
The minimum age for seafarers and the protection of young seafarers (under 18 years) working on board UK ships.
Describes notification exemption arrangements where allowed under the MS (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and reporting requirements) regulations 2004.
This MGN explains the dangerous use provisions of the MSA to powered watercraft, the obligations and offences for different actors, and the role of the MCA as the main statutory authority for enforcement.
Information on how businesses can offer a flare disposal service.
Guidance and information about UK merchant shipping regulations and administrative procedures
A quick-reference guide to UK regulations and procedures.
Describing the arrangement for the voluntary towage endorsement scheme; outlining competence standards and necessary knowledge.
Fishermen working on a fishing vessel engaged in commercial operations, must have a fisherman’s work agreement (FWA), setting out their terms and conditions.
This notice provides details of the search and rescue (SAR) co-operation plan requirements under the merchant shipping (safety of navigation) regulations 2002.
Industry working group technical standard - A Code of Practice (CoP) for small workboats in commercial use to sea and all pilot boats.
This notice provides information relating to recruitment and placement under the 2006 regulations.
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