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Marine Order 503 (Certificates of survey – national law) 2018 (MO503) outlines when a domestic commercial vessel (DCV) needs a certificate of survey, and related survey requirements. These requirements help ensure that commercial vessels operating in Australia are safe and seaworthy.

This consultation feedback report is based on submissions to us via an online form and Facebook.

Learn your options for fulfilling the mandatory requirement to hold a first aid certificate or equivalent when applying for a domestic certificate of competency.

A deficiency notice uses codes to show non-compliance found during a Port State control (PSC) inspection.

AMSA approved training organisations delivering Continued competence (Certificate of Safety Training) (COST).

Under Marine Order 503 a transitional vessel is an existing vessel that has: 

Our regulatory program is prepared annually and contains details of planned and completed changes to our regulatory instruments.

A unique identifier—also sometimes called a unique vessel identifier—is like a number plate for your vessel.

In this edition, learn more about the new NSCV C2 and Marine Order 97.

AMSA has a fair, and non-discriminatory procurement complaints handling process.

Find out more about how to get a certificate of medical fitness, and why you need one.

In this edition, learn more about careers at AMSA and maintenance plan essentials.

An index to guide you through the supporting documents for the National Plan.

Some vessels do not have to be surveyed. Depending on the type of vessel, you may need to apply for approval to operate.

What you can do with a New Zealand fishing vessel seafarer certificate in Australia.

The Maritine Agencies Forum (MAF) provides a forum for collaboration on maritime safety and other issues.

NOPSEMA has been working with state authorities to improve and streamline consultation practices within the offshore petroleum industry, and provide advice on regulatory requirements for offshore petroleum activities.