Australian legislative requirements preventing pollution from discharge of garbage.

Find out how to complete the Coxswain Grade 3 declaration (AMSA form 1882) and the on-water tasks required.

Consultation Report – October 2022

We are a team of dedicated professionals – hear more about our experiences working at AMSA.

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.

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

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.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2018–19.

This information is to draw the attention of ship owners and operators to the ongoing prohibition of asbestos on ships, noting that Australian law requires operators to take all reasonable steps to protect the health and safety of employees and contractors while at work.

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

Outlines the dangers of using weighted heaving lines when transferring mooring lines to tugs and shore linespersons

This consultation feedback report is based on submissions to us via an online form and Facebook.

Fees related to registration on the Australian General Shipping Register and Australian International Shipping Register.

This Marine Notice reminds shipowners, operators, masters, crews, recognised organisations, marine pilots and pilotage providers about their obligation to provide and ensure continued safe pilot transfer arrangements on ships.

Toxic gases can quickly build up on board vessels and kill a crew member or passenger in minutes. Identify equipment, appliances and systems that create these gases and reduce the risks.

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) is the main international convention for addressing ship sourced pollution.

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