How to get a Watchkeeper deck certificate of competency if you are a Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Maritime warfare officer or Rating.

Toxic gases can quickly build up on board vessels and kill a crew member or passenger in minutes. Identify equipment, appliances and systems that create these gases and reduce the risks.

Learn about our oral exams and how to make a booking.

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.

A marine notice provides important safety related information, general guidance and details about upcoming changes to legislation to the shipping and maritime community.

The content of the Engineer cadet program including certificate and short courses, qualifying sea service and medical fitness.

Read a summary of results from the consultation on Exemption 24 - Marine Safety (Emergency service vessels) and download a copy of the full report.

This program of regulatory activities was completed during the 2017–2018 financial year.

Details about the Registered training organisation delivered revalidation courses for Masters, Deck and Engineer officers.

This five-year outlook of future action covers specific industry issues, international developments, priorities for standards, and legislative expiries.

Requirements for national colours of flags for Australian ships.

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.

Marine Order 55 (Vessels carrying industrial personnel) 2024 Consultation Report – Feb - Apr 2024

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Fatigue management on domestic commercial vessels' held on 8 May 2026.

An explosion occurred on a charter fishing vessel whilst berthed. The investigation identified that the ignition source was a lithium-ion battery that was not holding charge connected to a battery charger in a way that bypassed the battery management safety system. The vessel was beyond repair following the explosion.

As manager of Australia’s National Plan, we have a fixed wing aerial dispersant capability as a key component of Australia’s capacity to respond to oil spills in the marine environment.

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the importance of the safe operation and maintenance of hatch covers and related equipment on board vessels.

IMO performance standards require back-up arrangements to be in place in case of ECDIS failure.