Carrying the right safety equipment onboard your vessel could mean the difference between life and death.

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

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

We cooperate with state and territory agencies, and industry stakeholders to respond to pollution incidents. Our capabilities include the use of specialised equipment, oil spill remediation and prosecution of the perpetrators.

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.

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