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

The use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) on board ships contributes significantly to the safety of navigation.

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In this safety lesson, veteran trawl fisher Mark Millward explains what he has learned from involvement in person overboard incidents. Mark has operated in the Queensland East Coast and Torres Strait Prawn Trawl Fisheries for over 40 years.

There are 48 infringements listed in the national law that can apply to vessel owners, masters, crew, or passengers. You can avoid an infringement notice by making sure your vessel, crew, and operations comply with the national law.

A charter fishing vessel proceeding to a fishing spot began experiencing progressively worsening weather conditions and water ingress. Despite the owner’s warning prior to departure and passenger complaints, the master continued to the fishing destination. Strong winds and waves hampered anchoring, with water accumulating on deck through the transom door to the point of flooding. The vessel’s EPIRB was deployed, and a rescue helicopter attended, winching the master and passengers to safety.

Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Transport for NSW Service.

Tonnages for each Royal Australian Navy (RAN) vessel, current, decommissioned, and under construction.

When Port Hedland VTS received notification of four people clinging to a vessel in the anchorage zone, they wasted no time co-ordinating local assets to effect a rescue worthy of a nomination for the Australian VTS Award.

This procedure outlines the process for Registered training organisations to offer recognition of prior learning to students of AMSA approved courses.

Advice to vessel owners and masters for the focused inspection campaign on passenger vessel safety requirements.

Being a seafarer can be demanding at the best of times.

Our information publication scheme provides access to details about AMSA's operations.

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