Use the My Boat online system to understand and comply with safety requirements, legislation and standards for your domestic commercial vessel.

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

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

If you’re a seafarer or marine surveyor and want to apply for a skilled visa to live and work in Australia, you may need a migration skills assessment. Find out what you need to do and how to apply.

In this edition we explain about National Law audits,

We are the Australian Government agency responsible for implementing the 1 January 2020 low sulphur fuel regulation as set out in the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL).

Advice on maintaining rescue boats in working order.

Indexed list of relevant files arranged every six months to give to Parliament and publish on our website.

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

Prepare and submit your application for a role with us.

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.

Do you have a suspicious job offer for work in a maritime industry?

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

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.

Learn your options for fulfilling the mandatory requirement to hold a first aid certificate or equivalent when applying for a domestic certificate of competency.

On 1 October 1973, the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan) came into operation.

There are other vessel permits or exemptions you may be eligible for under the national law.

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

This safety alert aims to raise awareness of the risk involved with getting on and off domestic commercial vessels.