Find out how to complete the Coxswain Grade 3 declaration (AMSA form 1882) and the on-water tasks required.

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.

We have issued an updated marine notice for Under Keel Clearance Management (UKCM) in Torres Strait. This notice outlines the management framework, summarises the responsibilities and reminds all coastal pilots transiting ships when they are required to use the Under Keel Clearance Management (UKCM) system.

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.

Our scholarship program supports the development of skills in the maritime industry and builds our brand as an employer of choice.

A summary of discharge standards under MARPOL and local regulations if you are operating your vessel in Australian waters.

On this page you can find copies of previous editions and amendments to the NSCV.

DCV Safety Alert: 1/2021 aims to raise awareness of recommendations made by the United States, National Transportation Safety Board, following the investigation into the fire and subsequent loss of the passenger vessel Conception.

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

This feedback report summarises submissions we received on the proposed changes to Marine Order 27.

Details about the Registered training organisation delivered revalidation courses for Masters, Deck and Engineer officers.

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

1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024 - xlsx

In this edition we talk about Lightship declarations and the law, new surveyor accreditation guidance manual part 2 now available and electrical issues able to be identified by non-electrical periodic surveyors.

Chemical dispersants are one of the response tools available during oil spill responses.

How to get an International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) Certificate of safety training (CoST) (STCW Reg VI/1) if you are serving or have served in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN).

Our search and rescue incidents from 2018–19.

Do a lifejacket risk assessment. Your safety, and the safety of your passengers and crew, depends on it. Wearing a lifejacket can help prevent a tragic incident.