From 27 November to 1 December 2017 we coordinated a marine pollution response advanced equipment operator’s course in Melbourne.

A crew member’s arm was crushed between the vessel and a pylon while tending to mooring lines.

AMSA surveyor’s will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our safety of navigation focused inspection campaign.

As a flag State, AMSA are responsible for making sure Australian ships comply with relevant legislation/s.

The purpose of this marine notice is to draw attention to the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) non-mandatory revised guidelines for the reduction of underwater radiated noise from shipping to address adverse impacts on marine life. 

Regulatory requirements for certificates of competency, sometimes referred to as ‘tickets’, apply to thousands of Australians working across the domestic commercial vessel (DCV) industry.

The Pacific Quest was found guilty of discharging an oily mixture from a ship into the sea near Border Island, Queensland on 25 December 2002.

All domestic commercial vessels are required to have a national law certificate of survey—unless an exemption applies.

Using an advanced under keel clearance management (UKCM) system will reduce your chances of running aground.

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

Arrangements between government and industry under the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies to respond to shipping casualties.

This course is designed for people who may perform or support the role of finance officer during a marine pollution response.

As a statutory authority, we work with the guidance of legislation.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe on land.