This page contains a list of past changes to exemptions.

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

Find out more about complying with the national system if you are a domestic commercial vessel owner or operator.

Contains three charts of uniform waypoints for the Great Barrier Reef—Hydrographers passage.

We implement the regulations under the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 in Australia via supporting legislation which applies to all commercial vessels.

There are standards of competence you must achieve to be able to work on an international fishing vessel.

The International safety management code (ISM code) governs the safe operation of ships and pollution prevention. We are responsible for issuing ISM code certification for Australian registered vessels, however AMSA has authorised recognised organisations to conduct this service.

Some vessels do not have to be surveyed. Depending on the type of vessel, you may need to apply for approval to operate.

If you own or operate a domestic commercial vessel in Australia, you are required to obtain a certificate of operation before you operate the vessel.

We are a Commonwealth statutory authority which provides services to the Australian maritime industry. Sometimes we need to seek the help and support of private companies to deliver our services.

Tests for establishing and verifying vessel stability.

The purpose of this policy is to outline the underlying principles for the disclosure and dissemination of vessel tracking information under agreed conditions.

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

Do a lifejacket risk assessment. Your safety, and the safety of your passengers and crew, depends on it. Wearing a lifejacket can help prevent a tragic incident.

Requirements for carrying an automatic identification system (AIS) are specified in marine orders.

AMSA port State control inspectors will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our cargo securing focused inspection campaign. Use this checklist to prepare for the inspection, and to help you ensure your cargo is secure. Below is a sample of the focused inspection campaign checklist.