If you own or operate a domestic commercial vessel in Australia, you are required to obtain a certificate of operation before you operate the vessel.

In this edition we explain about National Law audits,

A marine notice provides important safety related information, general guidance and details about upcoming changes to legislation to the shipping and maritime community.

Read about the results of the consultation on new reporting rules for lost and observed freight containers at sea, mainly affecting Marine Order 27 (MO27)

We cannot process or issue any certificate or endorsement if your application is incomplete.

If you suspect misconduct, fraud, or corruption involving AMSA officials, contractors or service providers, you should report it.

In Australia, domestic commercial vessels are regulated under the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012 (national law act). The National Law Act underpins the National System for Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety (national system).

On 1 October 1973, the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan) came into operation.

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.

Fitting out all spaces on the vessel with the right fire protection measures.

Engines, propulsion, fuel, fluid, steering and ancillary systems.

Vessels owned and operated by community groups or clubs may or may not be domestic commercial vessels.

Read about the panel of experts that helps advise on the National Standard for Commercial Vessels.

You must read and agree to this policy and rules of conduct before booking your exam.

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.

Safety Alert: 02/2021 aims to raise awareness of correct use of hydrostatic release units, for both float-free life rafts and float-free EPIRBS.

A charter vessel with passengers was conducting a cruise around Sydney Harbour when it narrowly missed an unlit runabout at night. The vessel ran aground, and two attempts to tow the vessel off the sandbank were unsuccessful. The investigation found that the master did not risk-assess the route and respective conditions. The vessel safety management system provided the master with no clear direction on safe routes to follow. The command, control, and communication with and between the crew in relation to emergency procedures and response was ineffective.

A charter fishing vessel proceeding to a fishing spot began experiencing progressively worsening weather conditions and water ingress. Despite the owner’s warning prior to departure and passenger complaints, the master continued to the fishing destination. Strong winds and waves hampered anchoring, with water accumulating on deck through the transom door to the point of flooding. The vessel’s EPIRB was deployed, and a rescue helicopter attended, winching the master and passengers to safety.