Exemption 13 - Marine Safety (Wildlife or other sightseeing)

This exemption is for people who want to work on a domestic commercial vessel being used for a wildlife or other sightseeing operation in inland waters.

Exemption 13 expired on 30 June 2025 and will not be renewed.

If you previously held this exemption, you will need to hold a certificate of competency, such as a Coxswain Grade 3, or Coxswain Grade 2 - depending on your operations. You may be able to apply for a specific exemption (SPEX) if there are extraordinary reasons for not being able to comply with the applicable requirements.

Superseded

Refer to superseded and repealed marine safety exemptions for previous versions of this exemption. 

Author

Australian Maritime Safety Authority
Last updated: 30 June 2025