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

On 6 November 2021, while enroute, a passenger charter (Class 1E) vessel’s inadequately secured swim platform gate opened when a passenger and toddler leant against it causing the two passengers to fall into the water. The investigation identified that there was no locking bolt on the gate, no risk assessments and no passenger verification procedures in place. 

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

This marine notice advises vessel owners, vessel operators, masters, officers, seafarer training organisations and industry organisations that AMSA does not consider electronic visual distress signals (EVDs) to be a suitable replacement for pyrotechnic distress signals.

Find out about the process of obtaining a near coastal certificate.

Tests for establishing and verifying vessel stability.

Australian legislative requirements preventing pollution from discharge of garbage.

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.

Most services for operators and crew of domestic commercial vessels are now provided by us instead of Maritime Safety Queensland.

The purpose of this marine notice is to draw attention to the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Recommendations for the carriage of plastic pellets by sea in freight containers, which were released on 19 April 2024.

Your New Zealand seafarer qualifications allow you to gain a Certificate of recognition for your qualification in Australia.

Read previous AMSA update editions from 2024

How to obtain a certificate of equivalence.

Guidance on ensuring appropriate crewing for safe navigation for domestic commercial vessels.

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

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