Instructions for accredited surveyors to conduct surveys and inspections of domestic commercial vessels.

A marine notice provides important safety related information, general guidance and details about upcoming changes to legislation to the shipping and maritime community.

The Sylvan Arrow was found guilty of discharging an oily mixture into the sea west of Wilson’s Promontory, Victoria on 18 December 1999.

Alerts the maritime industry to findings of two recent accident investigations conducted by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau and the New Zealand Transport Accident Investigation Commission.

Highlights the importance of maintaining rescue boats in good working order ready for immediate use

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.

Understand the regulatory requirements under the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessels) National Law 2012 (National Law) for unpowered barges.

This feedback report summarises submissions on proposed changes to NSCV C1 – Wheelhouse visibility, escape, accommodation and personal safety.

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We contribute to safety in the region by working with our geographic neighbours.

In this edition we provide advice on how to send us large files, what to do if you receive a complaint about a survey, provide guidance on battery safety, and more.

This agreement sets out the plan for how Australia will respond to marine pollution spills in Australian waters.

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

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.

Read a summary of results from the mid-2024 consultation on Marine Order 11 and download a copy of the full report.

We are responsible for responding to marine oil spills and supporting the National Plan for Maritime Emergency partners in doing the same within their jurisdictions.

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