Find forms you might need to make sure you hold the right qualifications.

In this edition we talk about Draft instruction for ultrasonic thickness measurement for metallic vessels, Transitional requirements, Proposed changes to SAGM Pt 2 Stability booklets and more

Cruise ships capable of accommodating more than 100 passengers in Sydney Harbour are required to limit emissions of sulphur oxides when berthing.

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

If you are serving or have served in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) as a Maritime Warfare Officer, this information explains how to qualify for an International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarer (STCW) certificate of competency for a: Chief mate Master less than 3000 GT Master

For vessels in distress or in need of assistance there can be, at times, a need to find an appropriate ‘place of refuge’, where steps can be taken to stabilise or repair the vessel and prevent the situation from worsening.

Generic equivalent solutions (GES) support national standards by allowing the use of new technology and other solutions.

Find out which marine radio certificate you need and how to get one.

If you are an Australian seafarer, you can use an AMSA approved task book to record your sea service, training and experience on board a vessel.

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments.

A safety management system (also referred to as an SMS) is a systematic approach to managing safety.

We promote safety in marine pollution response through the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan).

Standards for maintaining stability during day-to-day operations while the hull is intact.

Guidance for VTS providers on the qualifications and training of VTS personnel in Australia.

Our role in working with the offshore industry.

Our 24/7 centre responds to search and rescue (SAR) incidents throughout Australia.

Purpose To ensure that navigation corridors are used appropriately when planning on ECDIS, and to ensure that a voyage plan approved by the ship’s Master is executed within the planne

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.