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Information on how to apply for a UK fishing certificate of competence (CoC) for engineers.
Guidelines for the MCA's Approved Engine Courses (AEC).
Documents on meeting the maritime passenger rights regulation, including staff training, disability needs, compensation and scope.
The written examination syllabuses for General Engineering Science (GES).
An overview of the advantages, challenges, regulations and guidance associated with using lithium-ion.
The examination syllabuses for the MCA's small vessel competency examinations.
Amendment 1 advises on risk assessment, for operators of UK passenger ferries and high speed passenger craft to determine whether to carry defibrillators.
Provision of facilities for emergency helicopter operations on sea-going ships which do not have a helideck & emergency contingency plans.
Guidance on the recommended installation of radar reflectors on vessels less than 15m in overall length. Containing an explanation of the ISO 8729 standards.
Guidance on interpretation of The Merchant Shipping (Anti-Fouling Systems) Regulations 2024.
Highlights conflict between safety and security with regards to means of escape and provides advice on the methods to overcome the conflict.
Describes notification exemption arrangements where allowed under the MS (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and reporting requirements) regulations 2004.
A code of practice that's voluntary for boats which are less than 15 metres in length, and required for HMCG declared facilities.
This notice gives guidance on the measures that shipowners and employers are expected to take in order to provide for safe movement on board UK ships.
MCA policy for acceptable standards of non-SOLAS inflatable life-saving appliances incorporating the changes in the rationalised ISO 9650-1-2022, and completion of phase out of ORC liferafts.
Notice to all shipowners, ship operators and managers, masters, officers and crew of merchant ships, authorised service personnel and recognised organisations.
Information for those involved in the purchase and inspection of marine equipment, as well as action that should be taken if such equipment is suspected to be non-compliant.
Guidance and procedures for carrying out emergency drills on board fishing vessels.
The minimum standards to be met in paying fishermen for their work on fishing vessels whether fishermen are employed or work as self-employed share fishermen.
This notice outlines information on the regulations, policies and procedures for the issue of discharge books
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