Tests for establishing and verifying vessel stability.

Residual current devices minimise the risk of a person receiving an electric shock or being electrocuted when using plug-in electrical equipment on board vessels.

Monitoring an oil spill is necessary to address concerns raised about its effects and the impact of the associated cleanup response.

This applies to approved Registered training organisations (RTOs) delivering International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping training leading to a certificate of competency.

In this edition we talk about audits and application assessments.

In this edition we talk about Draft instruction for ultrasonic thickness measurement for metallic vessels, Transitional requirements, Proposed changes to SAGM Pt 2 Stability booklets and more

The North-East Shipping Management Plan (NE SMP) identifies actions based on information regarding the nature of shipping activity in the north-east region.

Procedures for STCW courses provided by Registered training organisations including e-learning, distance learning and blended learning, GMDSS ROC and short courses.

How we ensure we are a gender equitable employer

These are the deficiencies for MARPOL that our inspectors have found.

Mark Sherriff is a former AMSA lighthouse keeper and recipient of a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his services to community history.

Explore key trends and safety insights from reported incidents in our annual reports.

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe at sea.

Lives continue to be lost every year in Australia when people go overboard from vessels, without a lifejacket. The simple truth is lifejackets save lives, but only if they’re worn. It’s time to get on board with lifejacket safety.

The benefits and eligibility requirements of registration on the Australian international shipping register (AISR).

Be prepared before your trip. Stay safe in the air.

The National Law places obligations on maritime operators and other parties to ensure safety of persons and vessels and protection of the marine environment.

The IMO has agreed that marking requirements should be developed for commercial fishing gear.