Marine order 504

If you undertake towing operations with your vessel, there are unique risks that you must consider within your risk assessment as part of the safety management system.

We are responsible for ensuring there is a consistent approach to the use of AIS on offshore structures and facilities. Find out what we will ask you when you apply.

Some vessels do not have to be surveyed. Depending on the type of vessel, you may need to apply for approval to operate.

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

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

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

In this edition we explain correct and incorrect use of conditions.

Why you need a maritime mobile service identity (MMSI), and how to apply for one.

We have a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Sonic HealthPlus.

How to calculate your sea service before you apply for a sea service assessment.

We are Australia’s national maritime safety regulator for domestic commercial vessels that operate within Australian waters.

Find out if the vessel you own or operate under a boat-share agreement is a domestic commercial vessel.

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

Find safety equipment guides for non-survey vessels based on class and type of operation.

Reporting general marine pollution helps us to respond quickly to an incident to minimise damage to the environment.

If you have an offer of employment on a ship registered on the Australian International Shipping Register (AISR), you may need a certificate of equivalence (CoE). A CoE allows you to work on an AISR-registered ship using your overseas STCW certificate, without an AMSA-issued certificate of competency or certificate of recognition.

In this edition we talk about voluntary suspension: a practical option when you’re not surveying, survey process for Exemption 2 Division 5 vessels applying for a certificate of survey and survey code update in MARS: survey flexibility rollout.