As a statutory authority, we work with the guidance of legislation.

This safety lesson describes how experienced Queensland prawn trawl fisher, Tony Sterling, developed an inpull winch that pulls in both sides of the trawl gear at the same time. The winch has delivered major safety benefits because crew no longer need to go out onto the booms.

We want to know what you think about safety and emergency arrangements.

We welcome your views on the marking of fishing gear and reporting lost or discharged fishing gear, to inform Australia's position on proposed new international requirements.

Discover how we’re tackling the challenges around Operation Recovery—YM Efficiency.

Anyone can report a marine safety concern to us.

General and practical information about the AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA), including how to perform the assessment.

Read about the results of consultation on proposed amendments to Marine Orders 15 and MO49 to introduce restrictions on the use of perfluorooctane sulfonic acid in firefighting foams.

We want your feedback on proposed changes to Australian near coastal seafarer certificates.

All regulated Australian vessels must have a minimum safe crewing determination (MSCD). Find out how to prepare your crewing arrangement, check qualifications, and submit your application or renewal.

If you own or operate a domestic commercial vessel in Australia, you are required to obtain a certificate of operation before you operate the vessel.

Find local suppliers of fuel oil.

We are responsible for responding to marine oil spills and supporting the National Plan for Maritime Emergency partners in doing the same within their jurisdictions.