An explosion occurred on a charter fishing vessel whilst berthed. The investigation identified that the ignition source was a lithium-ion battery that was not holding charge connected to a battery charger in a way that bypassed the battery management safety system. The vessel was beyond repair following the explosion.
This map displays the specified areas for Class 2C restricted or Class 3C restricted vessels greater than 4.25 metres and less than 5.5 metres in Tasmania.
We have a joint memorandum of understanding (MOU) with state and territory work health and safety (WHS) regulators. The MOU supports worker safety at sea.
If you are looking to purchase a vessel and would like to know the current ownership details or you need detailed information on a registered ship, a title extract will provide this information.
A passenger vessel collided with an unseen rock, resulting in the injury of a passenger. The master navigated the vessel into unfamiliar waters that was not a normal or planned part of the passenger tour experience, and not authorised by the tour company.
Owners and operators should ensure masters continue to conform to the planned or authorised route for the services they offer.
This marine order was repealed on 1 November 2019 and has been captured in Marine Order 31. Requirements for survey, certification and operations of Government vessels.