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.

Dispersants can be effective response tools. Use of dispersants is dependent on many factors including timing, properties of the oil, and logistics.

We work with a range of stakeholders on education and safety in the Torres Strait.

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

Follow these steps to apply for an initial STCW certificate of competency or certificate of proficiency. Find out what you need to do to meet eligibility requirements, complete training and sea service and submit your application.

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments, compass adjustment requirements, uncrewed barges and more.

AMSA and the Bureau of Meteorology provide vessels with maritime safety information (MSI) about hazards and foreseeable dangers to safe navigation through Australia's marine environment.

Apply for acceptance on the oil spill control agents register.

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments.

Marine order 504

Read previous AMSA update editions from 2024

There are laws against ship sourced pollution and those responsible may be prosecuted under state or territory legislation.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2013–14.

Our scholarship program supports the development of skills in the maritime industry and builds our brand as an employer of choice.

In this edition, we talk about how Surveyor Accreditation Guidance Manual 2 consultation closed, shaft surveys explained and some frequently asked questions related to AMS audits

This page contains a list of past changes to Marine Orders and International Maritime Organization (IMO) resolutions.

We celebrated Hulita Lamasialeva Fa’anunu’s achievements on World Maritime Day last year. She embodied the 2019 theme—empowering women in the maritime community.

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

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