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

AMSA has a fair, and non-discriminatory procurement complaints handling process.

We have released some safety guidance for commercial parasailing operators. Parasailing vessels are considered domestic commercial vessels under the National law.

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

What changes to Marine Order 54 (Coastal pilotage) 2014 (MO54) did we seek feedback on?

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.

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

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

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

Find out if you can get an equivalent certificate for your New Zealand engineering certificate of competency.

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

Getting hooked-up is one of the most dangerous situations you can experience on a trawler. Be prepared. Knowing what you and your crew need to do can save lives.

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.

We will conduct a focused inspection campaign on lifejacket risk assessment requirements on DCVs.

In this edition we talk about Lightship declarations and the law, new surveyor accreditation guidance manual part 2 now available and electrical issues able to be identified by non-electrical periodic surveyors.

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

This applies to approved Registered training organisations (RTOs) delivering International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping training leading to a certificate of competency.