A video tutorial on submitting a shaft survey report in the MARS system, for the use of marine surveyors in Australia.

In this edition we talk about Lightship declarations and the law, new surveyor accreditation guidance manual part 2 now available and electrical issues able to be identified by non-electrical periodic surveyors.

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

Find out about the special arrangements for vessels which meet the definition of ‘tender’ under the national law.

Since 2006, we have provided an emergency towing vessel in the Torres Strait and Great Barrier Reef to protect the marine environment.

From 1 July 2018, new survey requirements for domestic commercial vessels apply. This includes changes to marine order 503 to apply the new periodic survey requirements to all vessels required to be in survey—existing, transitional and new vessels.

Feedback from stakeholders about proposed changes to the Marine Surveyors Accreditation Guidance Manual– Part 2 - Survey of vessels – Edition 3 (SAGM 2).

The Red Ensign Group Yacht Code Part A updates the Red Ensign Group Large Yacht Code (LY3 Code) and applies to yachts and training vessels, carrying not more than 12 passengers, and details the conventions these vessels must comply with in Australia.

The type of EPIRB you need depends on vessel class, length, flotation and operating area.

Proof of identity is required when applying for a certificate of competency or seafarer’s service book.

From 1 January 2022, AMSA will provide 24-hour nationwide monitoring of high frequency (HF) radiotelephone distress, urgency and safety communications in Australia.

Find out what the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) covers and how it's implemented in Australia.

There are two methods of obtaining a verified gross mass (VGM). The VGM is mandatory for cargoes to be loaded onto a vessel.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has developed tools to support the implementation of the low sulphur fuel limit.

If you are an Australian seafarer, you can use an AMSA approved task book to record your sea service, training and experience on board a vessel.

Marine order 504

This marine notice aims to raise awareness of the risks involved with getting on and off vessels.