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

If you have an offer of employment on a ship registered on the Australian International Shipping Register (AISR), you may need a certificate of equivalence (CoE). A CoE allows you to work on an AISR-registered ship using your overseas STCW certificate, without an AMSA-issued certificate of competency or certificate of recognition.

The information you provide in your incident report plays an important part in guiding the way we improve maritime safety for everybody on the water. By reporting marine incidents to us, you are also meeting your reporting obligations under Australian laws.

Residual current devices minimise the risk of a person receiving an electric shock or being electrocuted when using plug-in electrical equipment on board vessels.

This safety alert aims to raise awareness of the risk involved with getting on and off domestic commercial vessels.

Our search and rescue incidents from 2013–14.

We are responsible for handling health and safety issues for personnel on prescribed ships that are engaged in trade or commerce on international and domestic voyages.

Using an advanced under keel clearance management (UKCM) system will reduce your chances of running aground.

Find out the requirements you need to fulfill to obtain an international endorsement.

Procedures for STCW courses provided by Registered training organisations including e-learning, distance learning and blended learning, GMDSS ROC and short courses.

Knowledge of regulations and duties will help you navigate safely on the seas.

The cargo ship Pacific Adventurer lost upwards of 270 tonnes of heavy fuel oil when holed on its port side while en route to Brisbane from Newcastle.

A summary list of major historical oil spill incidents.

The global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS) connects you to coast stations and vessels via satellite and radio communications when you're out at sea.

Marine order 504

Accredited government and private surveyors, and recognised organisations who are qualified to conduct surveys on domestic commercial vessels.

To confirm an engine with a power output of greater than 130 kilowatts (kW) is compliant with nitrogen oxide (NOx) emission standards, it must be accompanied by an Engine International Air Pollution Prevention (EIAPP) certificate and supporting Technical File.

Overview of the international and domestic legislation and standards that apply in Australia.