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Guidance for non-UK qualified officers on how to apply for, or revalidate a Flag State Endorsement to work on UK-registered commercial vessels.
Details for owners, operators, and masters of vessels on inland waters, including categorisation, how to apply, safety requirements and best practice.
Information on how to gain a UK CoC for Engineering/Electro-Technical Officers or Engineering Watch Rating Certificate
International regulations and required documentation for hauliers transporting dangerous or hazardous goods by road or by vehicles on ships.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will assume direct responsibility for approving training programs for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) and Radio Certification. Currently, this responsibility li鈥�
Countries whose seafarer medical fitness certificates are accepted as equivalent to the UK ENG 1.
This guide supplements the Port Marine Safety Code and contains guidance on issues relevant to the management of ports and other marine facilities.
Addresses and phone numbers for the HM Coastguard centres. Do not use these details in an emergency, instead call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
Safety code for harbour authorities with statutory powers and duties in the UK.
The conclusion of the phase-in period for the Enhanced Authorisation Scheme (EAS) and its implementation.
Safety codes of practice for small (up to 24m) vessels
This MIN outlines further guidance on the requirements for MCA Approved Training Providers and Nautical Colleges under regulation I/6 and I/8 of the STCW Code.
This Notice outlines the training and assessment requirements for engineer officers and for seafarers who wish to obtain a marine engine operator鈥檚 licence (MEOL) or senior marine engine operator鈥檚 licence (SMEOL). It also i鈥�
This MSN outlines the certification structure, training and assessment requirements for yacht deck officers.
This Marine Information Note (MIN) provides information and outlines the updated Oral exam syllabus, for Merchant Navy deck officers.
Wreck and salvage laws, the role of the Receiver of the Wreck, wreck owners and salvors and how to report wreck material.
Instructions on applying for STCW watch ratings, yacht ratings, or able seafarer certificates and information on gaining an efficient deck hand certificate
Medical examination system and appointment of approved doctors and medical and eyesight standards.
How ship security is managed in the UK, and how to comply with UK regulations on ship security.
The structure and requirements of 鈥淭he Merchant Shipping (Boatmasters鈥� Qualifications, Crew and Hours of Work) Regulations 2015
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