AMSA Connect phone services may have longer wait times on Monday 1 June 2026 while we operate with reduced staffing due to the Reconciliation Day Public Holiday in Canberra. Our search and rescue team will continue to operate during this time.
For use in MAR30918 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres near coastal).
Use this form to report any event that endangers, or if not corrected could endanger the safety of vessels or persons.
Anyone can report a marine safety concern to us.
Surveyors – use this form to make a recommendation after conducting:
Our marine surveyors complete initial ship inspection checklist (Form 36) during initial ship inspections.
Surveyors – use this form to record the practical stability testing of a Standard Houseboat during initial survey.
To operate as a private seafarer recruitment and placement service in Australia, you must register with AMSA.
Use this form to apply to register.
You can use this form to complete a check pilot checklist.