This report provides an overview of the consultation process, key issues raised during public consultation and the key changes to the Marine Order.

The minimum certification and qualifications required by lecturers to deliver our approved courses for the issue of an AMSA STCW Certificate. These requirements are in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping 1978, as amended (STCW).

How to calculate and record your sea service for a near coastal certificate of competency.

Passenger sustains injury from poorly rigged gangway.

The FOI disclosure list describes the documents disclosed under the Freedom of Information Act, and the date of disclosure.

We will undertake a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on float-free EPIRB requirements on domestic commercial vessels over the period 1 February to 30 April 2021.

Our AMSA Connect team are ready to assist you over the phone, by email, or at one of our regional offices.

Look out for marine fauna and report any collisions.

Our register disclosing gifts and benefits

All regulated Australian vessels must have a minimum safe crewing determination (MSCD). Find out how to prepare your crewing arrangement, check qualifications, and submit your application or renewal.

Carry the type of lifejacket required for your vessel's highest service category. You can choose self-inflating, manual inflating or foam buoyancy lifejackets.

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

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.

Tests for establishing and verifying vessel stability.

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

This feedback report summarises submissions on proposed changes to NSCV C1 – Wheelhouse visibility, escape, accommodation and personal safety.

We are responsible for ensuring there is a consistent approach to the use of AIS on offshore structures and facilities. Find out what we will ask you when you apply.

Since December 2016, we have conducted 185 compliance checks on 88 cruise ships with 100 per cent compliance observed.