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.

On 14 July 1975 the Marine Operations Centre in Canberra was alerted that the oil tanker Princess Anne Marie had sustained a large crack in its hull approximately 300 miles off Western Australian.

Being a seafarer can be demanding at the best of times.

1. The criteria for the issue to a person of a trainee pilot licence are that the person: (a)  is entitled to work in Australia; and (b)  holds: 

Our eligibility requirements for sailing vessels.

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.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea, on land or in the air.

Our 24/7 centre responds to search and rescue (SAR) incidents throughout Australia.

In this edition we talk about marine surveyor accreditation renewals, a marine safety incident and a safety recall notice.

The Australian states and territories work with us to coordinate an effective search and rescue (SAR) service.

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

Find out who can be the designated person for a DCV and what they need to do.

The RFL applies to most sea-going vessels operating in Australia. It helps fund the cost of safety activities, such as vessel inspections and surveys.

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.

Check current fees for STCW certificates, assessments and related services. All fees are in Australian dollars (AUD).

This service charter sets out the standard of service you can expect to receive from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.