A safety management system (also referred to as an SMS) is a systematic approach to managing safety.

We are responsible for handling health and safety issues for personnel on prescribed ships that are engaged in trade or commerce on international and domestic voyages.

We are seeking your feedback on proposed changes to Marine Order 47 (Offshore Industry Units).

Find out the requirements you need to fulfill to obtain an international endorsement.

A timeline of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA’s) involvement in the search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.

All domestic commercial vessels under the national law are required to meet design, construction, stability and equipment standards.

Read a transcript of the webinar 'Fatigue risk management' held 19 February 2025.

Chemical dispersants are one of the response tools available during oil spill responses.

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

AMSA port State control inspectors will be using the checklist below when inspecting ships as part of our cargo securing focused inspection campaign. Use this checklist to prepare for the inspection, and to help you ensure your cargo is secure. Below is a sample of the focused inspection campaign checklist.

On 6 February 1988 the Hong Kong registered bulk carrier Sir Alexander Glen lost approximately 450 tonnes of heavy fuel oil into the waters off Port Walcott, Western Australia when a bunker tank was holed by the ship's anchor.

Rules and conditions for vessels declared to not be regulated Australian vessels.

Reminding those who own, operate or are on board Australian ships, about offences under Australian sanction laws. The information has been prepared by the Australian Sanctions Office.

Commonwealth legislation requires a verified gross mass (VGM) be supplied before a container can be loaded onto a ship.

During the COVID-19 pandemic many seafarers have played an essential role.

How to obtain a certificate of equivalence.