We have conducted these inspection campaigns in the past, focusing on specific deficiencies and outcomes.

NOPSEMA has been working with state authorities to improve and streamline consultation practices within the offshore petroleum industry, and provide advice on regulatory requirements for offshore petroleum activities.

Reminding those who own, operate or are on board Australian ships, about offences under Australian sanction laws. The information has been prepared by the Australian Sanctions Office.

On the morning of 24 April 2022, a fishing vessel ran aground on a reef between Bundaberg and Torres Strait. The master and two deck hands had been underway for six days prior to the grounding. The master was fatigued, having had little sleep given the watchkeeping schedule and the competency levels of the two deckhands.

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

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

Commonwealth legislation requires a verified gross mass (VGM) be supplied before a container can be loaded onto a ship.

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

This procedure outlines the process for Registered training organisations to offer recognition of prior learning to students of AMSA approved courses.

How to calculate your sea service in trailer hopper suction dredgers operating in ports, inshore and in limited near coastal areas.

These guidelines aim to assist small1 DCV operations to undertake a risk assessment as part of the vessel’s safety management system.

What changes did we seek feedback on?

This safety alert aims to raise awareness of the risk involved with getting on and off domestic commercial vessels.

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

A lone cray fisher was heading for shelter during poor weather. He had been working for 17 hours without rest. While nearing the planned anchor point, the master fell asleep at the helm and the vessel continued on, running aground on the rocky shoreline.

In this edition, learn more about careers at AMSA and maintenance plan essentials.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2013–14.