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  • AMSA 1858
    Marine pollutants report (form 1858)

    You can use this form to make a Marine Pollutants report (POLREP) for packaged harmful substances under the guidelines set out in 

    Last updated: 08/05/2024
  • AMSA 232
    Medical examination report (form 232)

    You can use this form to complete a medical examination report.

    Last updated: 07/31/2023
  • AMSA 32
    Notice of intention to load livestock (AMSA Form 32)

    Use this form to provide notice of intention to load livestock from a port in Australia.

    Last updated: 08/20/2024
  • AMSA 887
    Notice of Registration Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Act 1997 (TTMRA) for Seafarers (form 887)

    This form should be completed by a New Zealand person who wishes to perform an equivalent seafarer occupation in Australia.

    Last updated: 10/03/2025
  • AMSA 18
    Incident alert (form 18)

    Use this form to alert us of a marine incident.

    Notify AMSA as soon as possible after becoming aware of a marine incident

    Last updated: 08/12/2025
  • Have your say on simplifying safety equipment lists
    We are proposing practical changes to the safety equipment you need to carry on certain fishing vessels operating in parts of Queensland, the Northern Territory and northern New South Wales.
    Last updated: 08/25/2020
  • Response to the Port Stanvac oil spill—report of the incident analysis team
    Following the oil spill at Port Stanvac in South Australia on 28 June 1999, there was a review to investigate the reason for the spill and whether any corporation or individuals were responsible for the spill and should be prosecuted.
    Last updated: 11/09/2020
  • Fatigue management
    Learn how to develop a fatigue risk management plan.
    Last updated: 09/29/2025
  • Seafarer welfare
    In Australia, the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) is implemented primarily through the Navigation Act 2012 and associated delegated legislation such as Marine Order 11 (Living and working conditions on vessels). We inspect vessels, develop seafarer welfare guidance and programs, and process complaints under the MLC. We are responsible for investigating seafarer health and safety issues on prescribed vessels engaged in trade on international or interstate voyages. Also see the Australian Seafarers' Welfare Council
    Last updated: 01/04/2019
  • Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 17—Fire safety
    In issue 17, read about how to manage the risks associated with fire and explosion incidents on ships.
    Last updated: 03/31/2023
  • National compliance plan: 2020-2021
    Our compliance approach includes a range of flexible and targeted measures for domestic commercial vessels operators.
    Last updated: 09/01/2021
  • Flag State administration
    An administration offering ship registration—as Australia does—is referred to as a flag State. As a flag State administration, we are responsible for making sure Australian-owned and Australian-registered ships comply with international conventions in Australian waters and overseas. You may also be interested in domestic commercial vessel inspections
    Last updated: 06/29/2018
  • Spatial data
    We provide access to spatial data that supports maritime and aviation safety activities and protection of the marine environment. You can download selected data sets, and request customised products and spatial analysis.
    Last updated: 11/17/2017
  • Reporting and accountability
    We meet our obligations to government by being transparent and reporting on our activities and operations. Find out about our procurement processes, fees and levies, request a public interest disclosure, or make a freedom of information request to see how we do business.
    Last updated: 11/05/2018
  • Response to the Laura D'Amato oil spill—report of the incident analysis team
    This report is a comprehensive analysis of the management of the incident from an oil spill response perspective.
    Last updated: 11/09/2020
  • Great Barrier Reef coastal pilots fatigue study
    Fatigue is a real issue for coastal pilots. We have put a number of controls in place to help deal with the potential for fatigue.
    Last updated: 11/09/2020
  • Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 10—Safe vessel access
    In issue 10, read about how safe vessel access is essential for the safety of everyone involved. Including embarking and disembarking a vessel, gangways and the crew who rig them.
    Last updated: 06/20/2023
  • Maritime Safety Awareness Bulletin issue 18—Safe working conditions and practices
    In issue 18, read about why safe working conditions and associated practices should be a priority on ships.
    Last updated: 09/18/2023
  • National Plan annual report—2003–2004
    This year has seen a consolidation for the National Plan. The Intergovernmental Agreement is now well established and operating efficiently and effectively.
    Last updated: 11/09/2020
  • NP–POL–001: National Plan role of technical advisors
    This policy describes the roles and responsibilities of the technical advisors within the National Plan Incident Management System.
    Last updated: 03/18/2024
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