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- Vessels declared not to be regulated Australian vesselsView the list of vessels declared not to be regulated Australian vessels (RAVs) under section 19 of the Navigation Act 2012Last updated: 04/24/2024
- Survey Matters—February 2020In this edition we give you some details about level flotation, explain how to document non-conformances, AMSA’s approach to modular barges and more.Last updated: 10/19/2020
- Survey Matters—March 2020In this edition we talk about survey procedures to verify radio installations on some vessels, we give tips for conducting a load line renewal survey, talk about simple exemptions and more.Last updated: 04/24/2020
- Survey Matters—March 2021In this edition we provide advice on how to send us large files, what to do if you receive a complaint about a survey, provide guidance on battery safety, and more.Last updated: 11/14/2023
World Oceans Day 2025: sustaining what sustains usThis World Oceans Day, AMSA proudly supports the global theme ‘Sustaining what sustains us’, reflecting our vision for clean seas and a safe, sustainable marine environment.Last updated: 06/06/2025- Survey Matters June 2024In this edition, we talk about how Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual 2 consultation closed, shaft surveys explained and some frequently asked questions related to AMS auditsLast updated: 07/17/2024
- Survey Matters March 2024In this edition we talk about Draft instruction for ultrasonic thickness measurement for metallic vessels, Transitional requirements, Proposed changes to SAGM Pt 2 Stability booklets and moreLast updated: 04/02/2024
- Survey Matters September 2024In this edition we talk about Marine Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual – Part 2 , we include a Case Study about Compliance action on an AMS’s accreditation and decks on domestic commercial vesselsLast updated: 10/09/2024
- Survey Matters – March 2025In this edition we talk about marine surveyor accreditation renewals, a marine safety incident and a safety recall notice.Last updated:
- Survey Matters—January 2020In this edition we explain what is meant by reporting deficiencies ‘as soon as practicable’; we talk about exemption 40 stability documentation, describe and explain different types of lithium battery and more.Last updated: 04/24/2020
- Survey Matters April 2023In this edition, learn more about careers at AMSA and maintenance plan essentials.Last updated: 10/23/2024
- Survey Matters August 2023This edition outlines an upcoming campaign on plan approval documentation and fire safety, initial survey recommendations and more.Last updated: 08/10/2023
- Survey Matters—March 2022In this edition we explain correct and incorrect use of conditions.Last updated: 04/05/2022
- Survey Matters—August 2020In this edition we explain the criteria for issuing temporary permits under exemption 7, we give details of the reports that are needed when a regulated Australian vessel becomes a domestic commercial vessel, we give you a handy tour of the AMSA organisation, and more.Last updated: 11/14/2023
- Survey Matters—May 2020In the May edition we guide you through the alternate survey process, explain the coroner's recommendations from the inquiry into the loss of FV Cassandra and FV Dianne and more.Last updated: 04/04/2025
- AMSA 215Application for exemption from the requirement to be registered (form 215)
You can use this form to apply for an exemption from the requirement to be registered.
Last updated: 08/26/2024 - Survey Matters - June 2022In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments.Last updated: 06/28/2022
- Survey Matters January 2023In this edition, learn more about the new NSCV C2 and Marine Order 97.Last updated: 02/28/2023
- Survey Matters—November 2019Survey Matters brings you the latest news and information for accredited surveyors in Australia.Last updated: 01/20/2021
- AMSA 444Appointment of a vessel traffic services authority pre-audit checklist (form 444)
You can use this form to complete a pre-audit checklist for the purpose of appointing a vessel traffic services authority.
Last updated: 08/22/2024