Using an advanced under keel clearance management (UKCM) system will reduce your chances of running aground.

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.

This marine notice advises ship operators and owners of the hazards of transporting battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs).

Vessel stability requirements and safety lessons for domestic commercial vessels (DCVs). Best practice guidance to stop your vessel from capsizing.

Feedback from stakeholders about proposed changes to Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and operation requirements) 2018 (MO504) relating to safety management systems (SMS).

Find out about the search and rescue incidents we attended between July 2019 and June 2020

It’s important to maintain your lifejacket according to the manufacturer’s instructions so it works when you need it.

Download a list of DCVs that hold a certificate of survey or exemption here.

We have approved these courses if you want to qualify for a certificate under international training conventions.

Become a coastal pilot and contribute to the safety of ships in the Torres Strait and Great Barrier Reef.

Procedures for STCW courses provided by Registered training organisations including e-learning, distance learning and blended learning, GMDSS ROC and short courses.

DCV Safety Alert: 1/2021 aims to raise awareness of recommendations made by the United States, National Transportation Safety Board, following the investigation into the fire and subsequent loss of the passenger vessel Conception.

Common questions about the National Standard for Commercial Vessels, Part C–Design and construction, Section 2, Watertight and weathertight integrity.

Our latest statement about data submitted to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

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.

Find out if you can get an equivalent certificate for your New Zealand engineering certificate of competency.