Survey vessels in these classes are required to carry a Scale F first aid kit on board: 1B, 1C (with unberthed passengers), 1D (with berthed passengers), 1E (with berthed passengers), 2B, 2C, 3B and 3C.

Standards for installing and maintaining engines fuelled by liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).

Standards for appliances using liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) systems as a fuel source.

The Sanko Harvest struck a reef off Esperance, Western Australia on 14 February 1991, and broke up over the next fortnight.

We are responsible for providing navigational systems and services to facilitate the safe and efficient navigation of ships within Australian waters.

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

Access the Emergency Management Handbooks and Manuals.

Notify AMSA that you're bringing a vessel to Australia or going on an overseas voyage.

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

The PSL applies to vessels that have carried 10 tonnes or more of oil while operating in Australia, any time during a quarter. It helps fund the response to marine pollution incidents.

A passenger ferry was returning from its scheduled service when an unanticipated wave raised its stern and caused its bow to dive under the water. Water rushed over the bow and a significant amount came through the forward portside access door and into the passenger compartment. The master immediately reduced speed, which expelled most of the water overboard. The forward portside access door had been left open by a crew member who was attempting to alleviate sea sickness among some passengers. The action of leaving the door open during the voyage was contrary to the vessel’s survey requirements. Signage requiring the door to be kept closed when underway was reportedly not seen by crew members. This resulted in water entering the vessel creating a potentially unsafe situation.

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

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

Ben Fordham from Trepang Fisheries talks about float-free EPIRBS

In this edition we provide advice on how to send us large files, what to do if you receive a complaint about a survey, provide guidance on battery safety, and more.

Australia has an interest in ensuring that the ships which visit our ports and transit our waters are seaworthy, have competent crews, and are able to safely navigate through our sensitive marine areas.