Learn how to control the risk of fatigue to your crew and your operation.

We contribute to safety in the region by working with our geographic neighbours.

In this edition we give guidance on managing some of the changes mentioned in Schedule 1 of MO503, explain electrical plan approval requirements, and more.

Learn what you need to do to prepare for and take your oral exam.

Read a summary of results from the consultation on Exemption 24 - Marine Safety (Emergency service vessels) and download a copy of the full report.

As the national standard is updated, generic equivalent standards (GES) are being superseded.

Descriptions of the courses available to responders under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies.

In 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 more

Understand the state of the Australian maritime workforce. Find out how many domestic and international seafarers are certificated by AMSA to work in Australia.

Find out what the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) covers and how it's implemented in Australia.

Dispersants can be effective response tools. Use of dispersants is dependent on many factors including timing, properties of the oil, and logistics.

All domestic commercial vessels are required to have a national law certificate of survey—unless an exemption applies.

Safety of Navigation – 1 August - 8 September 2021 AMSA conducted a Safety of Navigation Focused Inspection Campaign (FIC) over the period 1 August to the 8 September 2021. 

Our senior management team runs the day-to-day operations and keeps our Board informed.

In this edition we talk about Lightship declarations and the law, new surveyor accreditation guidance manual part 2 now available and electrical issues able to be identified by non-electrical periodic surveyors.

Guidance for VTS providers on the qualifications and training of VTS personnel in Australia.

If you have an offer of employment on a ship registered on the Australian International Shipping Register (AISR), you may need a certificate of equivalence (CoE). A CoE allows you to work on an AISR-registered ship using your overseas STCW certificate, without an AMSA-issued certificate of competency or certificate of recognition.

Our role in working with the offshore industry.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil in New South Wales.