In Australia, domestic commercial vessels are regulated under the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012 (national law act). The National Law Act underpins the National System for Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety (national system).

You must read and agree to this policy and rules of conduct before booking your exam.

How to manage a deceased estate with AMSA.

A passenger vessel travelling at speed collided with a cliff face resulting in serious injuries to passengers and major structural damage to the vessel.

Risk assessments help identify why, when and where lifejackets need to be worn during vessel operations. Wearing a lifejacket can help prevent a tragic incident.

We seek your feedback on MO503, talk about surveyor responsibilities when making recommendations, applying for specific exemptions, or following up electrical wiring and more.

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

Our structure gives you an idea of which area can help you when you get in touch.

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

ECDIS familiarisation ensures that master and navigating officers are familiar with the specific make and model of the ECDIS equipment onboard (including backup) before taking charge of a navigational watch.

Environmental, scientific and technical functions and resources in spill response.

We have read and answered your questions about the new requirements for domestic commercial vessels that carry passengers.

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

We contribute to safety in the region by working with our geographic neighbours.

Marine order 504

Latest standards for wheelhouse visibility, emergency escapes, crew and passenger accommodation, and personal safety on domestic commercial vessels. Includes updated requirements for evacuation, signage and preventing falls overboard.

In this edition we talk about Marine Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual – Part 2 , we include a Case Study about Compliance action on an AMS’s accreditation and decks on domestic commercial vessels

General and practical information about the AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA), including how to perform the assessment.