Between 1 May and 17 June 2022, we conducted a focused inspection campaign on hours of work and rest. Along with our standard port State control (PSC) and flag State control (FSC) inspections, specific questions about hours of work and rest were asked by our inspectors.
Between 15 January and 28 February 2022, we conducted a focused inspection campaign on planned maintenance. Along with our standard port State control (PSC) and flag State control (FSC) inspections, our inspectors asked specific questions about planned maintenance.
This is advice for ship owners and masters. We will undertake a focused inspection campaign (FIC) on cargo securing arrangements from 1 August to 31 October 2020. This is in response to recent events where containers have been lost into the sea off the Australian Coast.
It's important to identify what lifejacket you should use. This will depend on your operational requirements, and also on the type that is the best fit for you and your crew.
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.
Reminding all ship owners, ship operators and masters of the requirements for the safe carriage of ammonium nitrate on board ships with a particular emphasis on the carriage in Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC).
The global maritime distress and safety system (GMDSS) connects you to coast stations and vessels via satellite and radio communications when you're out at sea.