AMSA Connect phone services may have longer wait times on Monday 1 June 2026 while we operate with reduced staffing due to the Reconciliation Day Public Holiday in Canberra.  Our search and rescue team will continue to operate during this time.

Guidance: Marine Order 504 changes

New SMS requirements

Check the new requirements which came into effect on 1 June 2025 then update your safety management system (SMS).

The requirements you need to meet depend on the class of vessel you operate.

To do list
Class 1, 2 and 3 vessels
To do list
Class 4 vessels

Note: Some requirements may not apply to vessels eligible for a simplified SMS. See details in the guidance.