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- Proposed changes to vessels operating in polar watersWe sought feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 53 (Vessels in polar waters) 2016 (MO53). The changes will ensure the marine order aligns with the new requirements following amendments to SOLAS and the Polar Code.Last updated: 03/16/2026
- Fatigue contributing to fishing vessel groundingOn 19 November 2020, a class 3B fishing vessel grounded on a beach after the master and two deckhands, fell asleep. The investigation identified that there was no clear procedure for standing watch. Fatigue also contributed to the poor decisions made by the crew around who was supposed to be on watch that morning.Last updated: 06/28/2022
- AMSA 159Bill of sale (form 159)
You can use this form to lodge a bill of sale for a vessel.
Last updated: 09/05/2025 - AMSA 1858
- AMSA 232Medical examination report (form 232)
You can use this form to complete a medical examination report.
Last updated: 07/31/2023 - AMSA 653Vessel lightship report (form 653)
Surveyors – use this form to report on the lightship measurement of a domestic commercial vessel.
Last updated: 11/22/2024 - Planned maintenance failure leads to vessel sinkingIn the early afternoon of 30 May 2022, a hire and drive sailing catamaran began to take on water before sinking shortly after departing the marina. Onboard was the charterer, their family and a briefer who was in control of the vessel. The investigation established that following recent maintenance, an inspection plate had not been replaced, allowing water ingress. It was further identified that the charter company’s maintenance procedures did not suitably document handing over and/or tagging of removed items during maintenance work.Last updated: 02/23/2023
- LED lighting found to interfere with VHF-FM radio and AIS receptionThere is potential for light-emitting diode lighting on vessels to compromise reception on VHF frequencies.Last updated: 08/03/2020
- AMSA 50Notification of flare demonstration (form 50)
You can use this form to notify AMSA of your intention to hold a demonstration of a distress signal or device (eg flares) that could be mistaken for a real distress situation.
Last updated: 07/16/2025 - AMSA 220Radiocommunications equipment survey details (form 220)
You can use this form to complete a Radiocommunications equipment survey.
Last updated: 08/02/2024 - AMSA 639Fuel tank inspection report (form 639)
Surveyors – use this form to report on a fuel tank inspection on a domestic commercial vessel.
Last updated: 11/22/2024 
Fisher invents 'Kool' alternative to polystyrene cold-chain packagingIn a small town in Far North Queensland, a local fisher and his wife have made a breakthrough in the development of sustainable cold-chain packaging.Last updated:- Safety Lessons from Marine Incident Investigation (Company Report) – No.3 – January 2022Disconnection of LPG system the source of explosion on a houseboatLast updated: 05/09/2022
New Marine Order 11 to improve seafarers’ living and working conditionsFrom the 23 December 2023, the updated Marine Order 11 (Living and working conditions on vessels) (MO11) including new amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) will come into effect.Last updated: 12/23/2024- Response to the Montara Wellhead Platform incidentReport of the Incident Analysis team into the response by the National Plan to Combat Pollution of the Sea by Oil and Other Noxious and hazardous Substances, to the Montara Wellhead Platform incident, March 2010.Last updated: 11/09/2020
- Parasailing incident leaves passengers injured; operator fails to reportAn unexpected wind-shift during parasailing operations caused 2 airborne passengers to contact the water at speed. They were recovered by the vessel and returned to shore. Both passengers later informed the operator that they had sustained injuries during the event. The owner then failed to report this as a marine incident to us.Last updated: 08/08/2024
- Approach to regulatory action against certificates of competencyThe National Law places obligations on maritime operators and other parties to ensure safety of persons and vessels and protection of the marine environment.Last updated: 12/28/2022
- AMSA 741Application for AMSA Marine Surveyor accreditation (form 741)
Use this form to:
- apply for AMSA Marine Surveyor accreditation for the first time
- add other categories to your existing accreditation.
Last updated: 04/14/2025 - AMSA 523Application for class C restricted operations (form 523)
You can use this form to:
Last updated: 10/30/2025