Read about the results of consultation on proposed amendments to Marine Orders 15 and MO49 to introduce restrictions on the use of perfluorooctane sulfonic acid in firefighting foams.

Survey passenger vessels with offshore operations Class 1C (with berthed passengers), 2B and 3B, are required to carry a Scale E medical cabinet and a Scale F First aid kit on board.

The 274th meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, in Fremantle, Western Australia.

Read about the results of consultation on proposed amendments to MO12 and MO32 to introduce new requirements for lifting appliances and anchor handling winches.

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

On this page you can find copies of previous editions and amendments to the NSCV.

Information for ship owners and operators about the application of the Bunkers Convention in Australia.

This safety alert aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with the carriage of battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs) on roll-on, roll-off (RORO) ferries.

We have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

This marine notice outlines AMSA’s expectations for vessel owners and operators when considering appropriate crewing, maintenance of watchkeeping standards and provision of minimum hours of rest, ensuring seafarer fitness for duty. 

Overview of the international and domestic legislation and standards that apply in Australia.

This safety alert aims to raise awareness of structural and stowage requirements for shipping containers and other CTUs in Australian ports.

AMSA’s invoicing process is changing. From 1 March 2022, all invoices for AMSA must be emailed as a PDF attachment to our new centralised email address (invoices@amsa.gov.au) for automated processing. This will ensure invoices are processed more quickly for payment.

Commonwealth entities and Commonwealth companies are required to publish details of the scope and value of remuneration for executive staff and other highly paid employees.

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.

We are responsible for responding to marine oil spills and supporting the National Plan for Maritime Emergency partners in doing the same within their jurisdictions.