As part of the North-East Shipping Management Plan, governments have implemented a range of actions to ensure shipping within the Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait and Coral Sea operate to the highest standard possible.

The 2017 National Plan exercise ‘Exercise Constant Bearing’ was held in Adelaide, South Australia, from 5 to 7 December. A full overview of the exercise including evaluation insights and recommendations, can be found in this report.

Exercise Torres 2018 practiced a multi-agency and multi-jurisdictional response to an oil spill in the Torres Strait and Kaiwalagal Region.

This plan sets out minimum rest periods, rest period dispensations and the monitoring procedures that must be observed by pilots under the default fatigue risk monitoring plan (FRMP). It also describes auditing and recording keeping requirements.

The guidelines describe how the International management code for the safe operation of ships and for pollution prevention (ISM code) is applied, the certification process and the responsibilities of AMSA personnel.

This marine order was repealed on 1 November 2019 and has been captured in Marine Order 31. Requirements for survey, certification and operations of Government vessels.

In issue 11, read about how fire prevention is essential for maritime safety and learn ways to mitigate the risk of fire at sea.

Electrical safety – an evaluation of electrical hazards

Study to determine the future availability within the Australian maritime industry of qualified and experienced seafarers.

Statement of expectations for the Australian Maritime Safety Authority for the period to 30 September 2026.

This procedure provides information about the cost and processes associated with submissions for course approvals.