All active M-Notices : 492 documents found.

All active M-Notices : 492 documents found.
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MIN 423 (M)MCAPDFRevalidating a Certificate of Competency: New Requirements for Masters and Officers
This note provides information on the new requirements for Masters and Officers of merchant ships to revalidate their STCW Certificates of Competency.
Jan 2012Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 435 (M)MCAPDFDeclaration of Maximum Continuous Engine Power (MCEP)
Declaration of Maximum Continuous Engine Power (MCEP)
Jan 2012
MGN 442 (M)MCAAlternative Training Standards for Crew Taking Part in Helicopter Operations on Large Commercial Yachts
This document provides guidance on the alternative training standards for Helicopter Landing Officers (HLOs) and Helideck Landing Assistants (HDA) working on...
Jan 2012
MIN 419 (M)MCAPDFSpectator Craft Attending the London Olympic Games 2012 and London Paralympic Games 2012
Notice to all owners, operators and Masters of all spectator craft and other vessels attending the London Olympic Games 2012 or the London Paralympic Games...
Dec 2011Vessel Policy Branch
MIN 422 (M)MCAPDFInsurance - Directive Requiring Shipowners of Seagoing Vessels over 300 GT to Maintain Liability Insurance
The main purpose of this MIN is to notify stakeholders of the forthcoming entry into force of Directive 2009/20/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council...
Dec 2011Maritime Trade and Liability Branch GMH
MGN 437 (M)MCAPDFSmall Commercial Vessel Codes of Practice
Notice to all Small Commercial Vessel owners, managers, operators, skippers and Certifying Authorities
Dec 2011
MGN 441 (M+F)MCAPDFChanges to MCA’s 2002 SOLAS V Publication, arising out of amendments to SOLAS Chapter V.
This Notice gives guidance as per MSC.1/Circ.1295, 1298 and 1307 regarding the survey, certification and compliance of ships that are required to transmit Long...
Dec 2011Navigation Safety
MIN 421 (M)MCAPDFApproved Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Small Vessel Certifying Authorities
The purpose of this MIN is to provide the revised contact details of the MCA approved Certifying Authorities.
Nov 2011External Monitoring and Assurance
MGN 438 (M+F)MCAPDFConsolidated European Reporting System (CERS) -Exemption Arrangements under the Merchant Shipping (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and Reporting Requirements) Regulations 2004 (as amended)
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Nov 2011Navigation Safety
MGN 440 (M)MCAPDFMeasures to Counter Piracy, Armed Robbery and other Acts of Violence against Merchant Shipping
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) provides links to websites containing information countering Piracy, Armed Robbery and other Acts of Violence against Merchant...
Nov 2011Maritime and Land Transport Security GMH
MSN 1734 (M+F)MCAPDFApproval of Marine Equipment (EC Notified Bodies) Amendment 5
Notice to all manufacturers, shipbuilders, shipowners, ship operators and managers, designers and marine consultants, Nasters and Officers of Merchant Ships,...
Nov 2011Marine Technology Unit
MSN 1734 (M+F)MCAPDFType Approval of Marine Equipment (EC Notified Bodies)
The purpose of the Marine Equipment Directive is to enhance safety at sea and the prevention of marine pollution through the uniform application of the relevant...
Nov 2011Marine Technology Unit
MSN 1735 (M+F)MCAPDFType Approval of Marine Equipment (UK Nominated Bodies)
This Notice covers equipment listed in Annex A.2 of Directives 96/98/EC and 98/85/EC where no detailed internationally agreed testing standards exist. This...
Nov 2011Marine Technology Unit
MSN 1735 (M+F)MCAPDFType - Approval of Marine Equipment (UK Nominated Bodies) Amendment 5
Notice to all manufacturers, shipbuilders, shipowners, ship operators and managers, designers and consultants, masters and officers of merchant ships, skippers...
Nov 2011Marine Technology Unit
MSN 1735 (M+F)MCAType-Approval of Marine Equipment (UK Nominated Bodies) Amendment 5 Correction 1
Correction to amendment 5 of 1735
Nov 2011Marine Technology Unit
MSN 1831 (M+F)MCAPDFVessel Traffic Monitoring Notification and Reporting Requirements for Ships and Ports
Information to be provided by ships and port authorities in order to comply with Merchant Shipping (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and Reporting Requirements) Regulations...
Nov 2011Navigation Safety
MSN 1832 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Port State Control) Regulations 2011
This notice provides information on the Merchant Shipping (Port State Control) Regulations 2011 (SI 2011 No.2601) which implement Directive 2009/16/EC in UK...
Nov 2011Inspection Operations Branch
MIN 417 (M)MCAPDFLarge Yachts: Examination and Inspection of Carbon Fibre Masts and Spars
Provides guidance to a separate report available at www.dft.gov.uk/mca/ensign on the inspection and examination of masts and spars of large commercial yachts...
Oct 2011Vessel Policy Branch/Codes Unit
MIN 418 (M)MCAPDFAdvice Regarding Reefer Container Incidents
Alert to Masters and shipping companies of a number of incidents where the compressor unit on some reefer containers has exploded, apparently after being recharged...
Oct 2011Environmental Policy
MGN 436 (M+F)MCAPDFWHOLE-BODY VIBRATION: Guidance on Mitigating Against the Effects of Shocks and Impacts on Small Vessels.
WHOLE-BODY VIBRATION: Guidance on Mitigating Against the Effects of Shocks and Impacts on Small Vessels.
Oct 2011Seafarer Safety and Health
MIN 415 (M)MCAPDFChanges to Requirements for Inland Waterway Non-Passenger Vessels in the UK
This notice is to advise all interested parties that the MCA Fitness For Purpose (FFP) scheme for inland waterway non-passenger vessels is withdrawn from 1...
Sep 2011Vessel Policy Branch
MSN 1672 (M+F)MCAPDFShip Inspection and Survey Organisations and European Directive 2009/15/EC
This MSN outlines the approved standards as referred to in Merchant Shipping legislation and explains the means through which the UK has transposed Directive...
Sep 2011External Monitoring and Assurance
MSN 1830 (M)MCAPDFImplementation of Directive 2009/21/EC in the United Kingdom
Implementation of Directive 2009/21/EC in the United Kingdom
Sep 2011Survey and Operations Policy Branch
MIN 414 (M+F)MCAPDFSTOCKTON MARINE OFFICE - Closure of Marine Office
Closure of Marine Office
Aug 2011MCA Tyne
MIN 413 (M+F)MCAPDFMARPOL - Amendments to MARPOL Annex I to add Chapter 9 - Special Requirements For the Use or Carriage of Oils in the Antarctic Area
This MIN advises that a new chapter 9 to MARPOL Annex I enters into force internationally on 1 August 2011.
Jul 2011Environmental Policy
MGN 433 (M)MCAPDFHelicopter Aviation Inspection Bodies
This MGN provides the criteria to be met for Aviation Inspection Bodies (AIBs) to be accepted by the MCA for the purpose of issuing Helicopter Landing Area...
Jul 2011External Monitoring and Assurance
MGN 434 (M+F)MCAPDFNavigation: Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) - Training and Certification of VTS Personnel
To identify the standards of Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) training and certification recognised by the United Kingdom Competent Authority
Jul 2011Navigation Safety
MIN 412 (M)MCAPDFNavigation: Vessel Traffic Services V103 and Local Port Services Course Dates 2011 - 2012
IALA V103 and Local Port Services (LPS) course dates between June 2011 and July 2012 plus guidelines and legislations for VTS Operations.
Jun 2011Navigation Safety
MIN 408 (M)MCAPDFWritten examination dates 2011/12: Deck and Engineer Officers (Merchant Navy)
Written examination dates 2011/12: Deck and Engineer Officers (Merchant Navy)
May 2011Seafarer Training and Certification
MIN 409 (M)MCAPDFWritten examination dates 2011/12: Engineer Officers (Yachts and Sail Training Vessels)
Written examination dates 2011/12: Engineer Officers (Yachts and Sail Training Vessels)
May 2011Seafarer Training and Certification
MIN 410 (F)MCAPDFWritten examination dates 2011/12: Deck and Engineer Officers (Fishing Vessels)
Written examination dates 2011/12: Deck and Engineer Officers (Fishing Vessels)
May 2011Seafarer Training and Certification
MIN 411 (M)MCAPDFCommunity Inland Waterways-Issue of European Vessel Identification Numbers (ENI)
This MIN is relevant to those who own or operate inland waterway vessels, and wish to operate them on Community waterways in mainland Europe.
May 2011Vessel Policy Branch
MGN 431 (M)MCAPDFThe Government Support for Maritime Training Scheme (SMarT) – Revised Arrangements from 1 April 2011 to 31 March 2012
Temporary changes to the SMarT Scheme for 2011/12 FY and replaces MGN 250 (M
May 2011Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 432 (M+F)MCAPDFSafety during Transfers of Persons to and from Ships
The purpose of this Note is to provide guidance for all vessels engaged in transfers of persons at anchor or underway as regards: taking the necessary precautions,...
May 2011Survey Operations Branch
MSN 1827 (M)MCAPDFCategorisation of Waters
Sets out the categorisations of waters in the United Kingdom.
May 2011Navigation Safety
MSN 1827 (M)MCACorrection - Categorisation of Waters
Merchant Shipping Notice 1827 which replaced MSN 1776 shows incorrect information on the categorisation of the Chelmer & Blackwater Canal and the River...
May 2011Navigation Safety
MSN 1828 (M)MCAPDFThe Carriage of Dangerous Goods and Marine Pollutants in Packaged Form : Amendment 35-10 to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code
This MSN is for the transport of dangerous goods and marine pollutants in packaged form by sea on ships within United Kingdom waters and on United Kingdom ships...
May 2011Environmental Quality
MIN 406 (M+F)MCAPDFReporting Operating Anomalies Identified within ECDIS
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Mar 2011Navigation Safety
MIN 407 (M+F)MCAPDFM-Notices: Pricing and Availability Information
A MIN detailing availability of M-Notices
Mar 2011Communications
MSN 1827 (M)Categorisation of Waters
Feb 2011Navigation Safety
MIN 403 (M+F)MARPOL - amendments to Annex 1: Amendments to Regulations 1, 12, 13, 17 and 38 of Annex 1 of MARPOL and a New Chapter 8 Dealing with Ship-to-Ship Transfers
Jan 2011Environmental Policy
MIN 404 (M+F)MCAPDFClarification of Dyslexia Policy: Examination and Assessment Procedures
Guidance for candidates undertaking a MCA written examination conducted by SQA/IAMI who have been diagnosed as dyslexic.
Jan 2011Seafarer Training and Certification
MIN 405 (M+F)MCAPDFTraining for ECDIS as Primary Means of Navigation
Clarification of acceptable ECDIS training for Masters and Deck Officers when sailing in vessels using ECDIS as primary means of navigation.
Jan 2011Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 428 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Health and Safety at Work) (Artificial Optical Radiation) Regulations 2010
Guidance on interpretation of the The Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Health and Safety at Work) (Artificial Optical Radiation) Regulations 2010
Jan 2011Seafarer Safety and Health
MGN 429 (M+F)MCAPDFAsbestos—Health Hazards and Precautions
Notice to Shipowners, Shipbuilders, Ship Repairers, Masters, and Ships Safety Committees. This Notice replaces Merchant Shipping Notice No. M.1428
Jan 2011Seafarer Safety and Health
MGN 430 (F)MCAPDFFISHING VESSELS: Checks on Crew Certification and Drills
FISHING VESSELS: Checks on Crew Certification and Drills
Jan 2011Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MIN 402 (M+F)MCAPDFCode of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seamen: Issue of Amendment 10
Notice of the issue of Amendment 10
Dec 2010Seafarer Safety and Health
MGN 427 (F)MCAPDFStability Guidance for Fishing Vessels of under 15m Overall Length
Stability Guidance for Fishing Vessels of under 15m Overall Length
Dec 2010Vessel Policy
MIN 400 (M+F)MCAPDFMARPOL - Amendments to Annex I: Effect on the Oil Record Book Parts I and II
This note draws attention to the new International requirements effective from 1 January 2011 regarding the form and use of the Oil Record Book Parts I and...
Nov 2010Environmental Policy
MIN 399 (M)MCAPDFPolice Boat Codes, Amendment 2 (PBC2)
The Police Boat Codes (known as PBC2) provide a standard for the construction, machinery, carriage of equipment, manning, survey and certification of Police...
Oct 2010Vessel Policy Branch
MIN 400 (M+F)MARPOL - Amendments to Annex 1:Effect on the Oil Record Book Parts I&II
Oct 2010Environmental Policy
MIN 401 (M)Approved Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Small Vessel Certifying Authorities
Oct 2010External Monitoring and Assurance
MGN 421 (M+F)MCAPDFMedia and Other Similar Organisations Using Ships and Fishing Vessels.
From time to time the media wish to use United Kingdom registered vessels or foreign vessels operating from United Kingdom ports whilst in United Kingdom waters...
Oct 2010Vessel Policy Branch
MIN 397 (M)Mandatory Reporting for the Northern Canada Vessel Traffic Services Zone Regulations (NORDREG)
Sep 2010Navigation Safety
MIN 398 (F)MCAPDFCessation of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency Fixed Shore Based Very High Frequency Direction Finding Capability
The MIN advises that the shore based VHF DF capability will be withdrawn on the 31st December 2010
Sep 2010Search and Rescue Resources
MGN 422 (M)MCAPDFUse of Equipment to Undertake Work Over the Side on Yachts and Other Vessels
This MGN provides guidance on the use of rail and trolley and similar systems for undertaking overside work on yachts and other vessels.
Sep 2010Seafarer Safety and Health
MGN 423 (M)MCAPDFEntry into Dangerous Spaces
Further advice on entry into dangerous spaces with reference to the use of oxygen meters
Sep 2010Seafarer Safety and Health
MGN 424 (M)MCAPDFSafety Responsibilities on board Dive Boats
This MGN gives the responsibilities between the vessel and the dive contractor
Sep 2010Seafarer Safety and Health
MGN 425 (M+F)MCAPDFAssessment of Risks for those sleeping on
This MGN provides guidance on things to be taken into account with seafarers sleeping on vessels where the ships power is not being used
Sep 2010Seafarer Safety and Health
MGN 426 (M)MCAPDFExternal Access to Means of Escape
This MGN highlights the conflict between safety and security with regards to means of escape and provides advice on the methods to overcome the conflict.
Sep 2010Security Policy
MIN 396 ()Stockton Marine Office - Availability of Counter Service to the Public
Aug 2010Tyne Marine Office
MGN 418 (M)MCAPDFRoll-on/Roll-off Ships: Stowage and Securing of Vehicles
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) report, No 21/2009, on the investigation into the shift of an articulated road tanker on board a UK flagged...
Aug 2010Environmental Policy Branch
MGN 414 (F)MCAPDFFISHING VESSELS – Domestic and Overseas Management Beyond European Waters
FISHING VESSELS – Domestic and Overseas Management Beyond European Waters
Jul 2010Vessel Policy Branch
MGN 415 (F)MCAPDFFISHING VESSELS: The Hazards Associated with Trawling, including Beam Trawling and Scallop Dredging
FISHING VESSELS: The Hazards Associated with Trawling, including Beam Trawling and Scallop Dredging
Jul 2010Vessel Policy Branch
MGN 417 (M+F)MCAPDFMCA Requirements for Companies Offering Shore-Based Maintenance of Radio Equipment under the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)
A Self Certification process operates for the approval of GMDSS Shore Based Maintainers. The requirements that need to be met by any company offering this service...
Jul 2010Navigation Safety
MGN 419 (M+F)MCAPDFDisposal of Out of Date Pyrotechnics (Marine Flares)
HM Coastguard only accepts out of date marine pyrotechnics from recreational boat users and no longer accepts them from independent fishing vessels.
Jul 2010Search and Rescue
MGN 433 (M)Helicopter Aviation Inspection Bodies
Jul 2010External Monitoring and Assurance
MSN 1796 (M+F)MCAPDFVessel Traffic Services (VTS) - Designation of VTS Stations in the United Kingdom
Merchant Shipping Notice. Notice to all shipowners, Port and VTS Authorities, VTS Operators, Masters and Deck Officers of Merchant Vessels and Skippers and...
Jul 2010Navigation Safety
MSN 1796 (M+F)MCAPDFAmendment 1 - Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) - Designation of VTS Services in the UK
This notice details amendments to Merchant Shipping Notice 1796 and its associated Annex.
Jul 2010Navigation Safety
MSN 1825 (F)MCAPDFCertificates Of Equivalent Competency: Fishing Vessels Training & Certification Part F2
This notice describes the requirements for fishing vessel officers holding certificates issued by specified Maritime Administrations working as officers on...
Jul 2010Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1826 (M)MCAPDFInternational Safety Management (ISM) Code Amendments
IMO Amendments
Jul 2010ISM/ISO Branch
MGN 413 (F)MCAPDFVoluntary Code of Practice for Employment of Non European Economic Area (EEA) crew Fishing Crew
Voluntary Code of Practice for employment of non European Economic Area Fishing Crew
Jun 2010Seafarer Safety and Health
MGN 416 (M)MCAInspection, Survey and Certification Guidance for United Kingdom Small Commercial Vessels Operating in Foreign Waters
Inspection, Survey and Certification Guidance for United Kingdom Small Commercial Vessels Operating in Foreign Waters
Jun 2010Vessel Policy Branch/Codes Unit
MGN 411 (M+F)MCAPDFTraining and Certification Requirements for the Crew of Fishing Vessels and their Applicability to Small Commercial Vessels and Large Yachts
This notice supersedes Marine Guidance Note (MGN) 404
May 2010Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 400 (M+F)MCAPDFAdditional Guidance on The Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 as amended by the Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) (Amendment) Regulations 2010
This MGN should be read with The Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 (as amended) This MGN replaces MIN 376(M+F)
Apr 2010Environmental Policy
MSN 1823 (M)MCAPDFSafety Code for Passenger Ships Operating Solely in UK Categorised Water
Safety Code for Passenger Ships Operating Solely in UK Categorised Water
Apr 2010Vessel Policy
MSN 1824 (M)MCAPDFEU Directive 2006/87/EC (as amended) - Laying Down Technical Requirements for Inland Waterway Vessels
This notice should be read with Directive 2006/87/EC (as amended) - Laying down technical requirements for inland waterway vessels
Apr 2010Vessel Policy
MIN 382 (M+F)Amendments to Mandatory Requirements Recently Agreed at the International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Mar 2010International Liaison
MGN 408 (M+F)MCAPDFBiological Agents
Biological agents are potentially harmful micro-organisms and the Regulations require employers to take account of the risk to workers of exposure to such agents...
Mar 2010
MGN 409 (M+F)MCAPDFChemical Agents
Chemical agents can take many forms and can cause varying degrees of harm. The Regulations require employers to take account of the risks to workers of exposure...
Mar 2010
MGN 410 (M+F)MCAPDFWork at Height
Falls whilst working at height can potentially result in serious or even fatal injuries and the Regulations require employers to take account of the risks associated...
Mar 2010
MIN 379 (M)MCAPDFShip Security Officer Certification: Recognition
From 01 January 2008 the Seafarers Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Code (STCW Code) included training requirements for Ship Security Officers (SSOs). The...
Feb 2010Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 406 (M+F)MCAPDFUSE OF BARBECUES AND PIG ROASTS ON SHIPS AND FISHING VESSELS
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Jan 2010Marine Technology Unit
MGN 406 (M+F)MCAPDFUSE OF BARBECUES AND PIG ROASTS ON SHIPS AND FISHING VESSELS
This Document is a correction for MGN 406 (M+F)
Jan 2010Marine Technology Unit
MGN 289 (M+F)MCAPDFAccident Reporting and Investigation
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Dec 2009MAIB
MGN 289 (M+F)MCAPDFAccident Reporting and Investigation (Correction)
This notice provides correction to the text of MGN 289 (M+F)
Dec 2009MAIB
MGN 289 (M+F)MCAPDFAmendment Accident Reporting and Investigation
This notice amends address details for MAIB
Dec 2009MAIB
MGN 329 (M)Lifejackets " Infant and Oversized Passengers"
Dec 2009Marine Technology Unit
MSN 1822 (M)MCAPDFSeafarer Medical Examination System and Medical Eyesight Standards
Seafarer Medical Examination System and Medical and Eyesight Standards: Application of the Merchant Shipping (Maritime Labour Convention) (Medical Certification)...
Dec 2009Seafarer Safety and Health
MGN 398 (M+F)MCAPDFMerchant Shipping (Anti-Fouling Systems) Regulations 2009
Provides guidance on the interpretation of UK Statutory Instrument (SI) 2009 No.2796, The Merchant Shipping (Anti-Fouling Systems) Regulations 2009.
Nov 2009Environmental Policy
MSN 1752 (M)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Load Line) Regulations 1998, as amended by the Merchant Shipping (Load Line) (Amendment) Regulations 2000
This Notice replaces MSN 1701 (M) and advises all Shipowners, Masters, Assigning Authorities and Surveyors of the requirements of the Merchant Shipping (Load...
Nov 2009Shipping Safety
MSN 1752 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Load Line) Regulations 1998, as amended by the Merchant Shipping (Load Line) (Amendment) Regulations 2000. Corrected Page 10
This amendment replaces page 10 of MSN 1752 in order to correct an error in the title of paragraph 16 of that page. The title of paragraph should read `Sea...
Nov 2009Shipping Safety
MIN 362 (M+F)MCAChange of MCA Distribution Agent for M-Notices
This is to advise all recipients of M-Notices of a change to the distribution agent.
Oct 2009Communications
MGN 401 (M+F)MCAPDFNavigation: Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) and Local Port Services (LPS) in the United Kingdom.
The purpose of this guidance note is to amplify the international definitions of Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) in the UK national context and assist Statutory...
Oct 2009Navigation Safety
MGN 402 (M+F)MCAPDFOil Pollution : Liability and Compulsory Insurance for Bunker Oil
The 1992 Civil Liability Convention applies to sea-going ships carrying persistent oil in bulk as cargo.
Oct 2009CLC Bunkers
MGN 403 (M)MCAPDFOil Pollution : Liability and Compulsory Insurance
The 1992 Civil Liability Convention applies to sea-going ships carrying persistent oil in bulk as cargo.
Oct 2009CLC Bunkers
MSN 1821 (M)MCAPDFApproved Medical Practitioners (Approved Doctors) with effect from 1 September 2009
Approved Medical Practitioners (Approved Doctors) with effect from 1 September 2009 Notice to all Shipowners, Agents, Masters, Seafarers, Approved Medical...
Oct 2009Seafarer Safety and Health
MGN 401 (M+F)Navigation: Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) and Local Port Services (LPS) in the United Kingdom
Sep 2009Navigation Safety
MSN 1821 (M)Approved Medical Practitioners (Approved Doctors) with effect from 1 September 2009
Sep 2009Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 397 (M+F)MCAPDFGuidelines for the provision of Food and Fresh Water on Merchant Ships and Fishing Vessels
In providing food and drinking water on board ship, account should be taken of factors including the duration and nature of the voyage; the number of seafarers...
Jul 2009Inspection
MGN 399 (M)MCAPDFPrevention of Infectious Disease at Sea by Immunisations and Anti-Malaria Medication (prophylaxis)
Prevention of Infectious Disease at Sea by Immunisations and Anti-Malaria Medication (prophylaxis)
Jul 2009Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1781 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Distress Signals and Prevention of Collisions) Regulations 1996
This Notice and the Rules referred to in it are an integral part of the Merchant Shipping (Distress Signals and Prevention of Collisions) Regulations 1996,...
Jul 2009Navigation Safety
MSN 1781 (M+F)MCAPDFCorrigendum - The Merchant Shipping (Distress Signal and Prevention of Collisions) Regulations 1996
Corrigendum to MSN 1781
Jul 2009Navigation Safety
MSN 1781 (M+F)MCAPDFAmendment - The Merchant Shipping (Distress Signals and Prevention of Collisions) Regulations 1996 - Amendments to Annex IV (Distress Signals)
Amendment to Distress Signals and Prevention of Collisions Regulations
Jul 2009Navigation Safety
MGN 396 (M+F)MCAPDFCompatibility of Life-Saving Equipment
A number of issues have been highlighted with regards to the unsuitability of some immersion suits and lifejackets. Information provided is intended to give...
Jun 2009Marine Technology Unit
MGN 387 (M+F)MCAPDFGuidance on the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Port Waste Reception Facilities) Regulations 2003 and amendments
Consolidates MGN 253, 259 and 326 and revises information where appropriate. Provides notification and information on the introduction of hourly fee for the...
May 2009Environmental Quality
MGN 392 (M+F)MCAPDFRadio Survey Service: Authorisation
New arrangements for radio surveys on United Kingdom (UK) vessels.
May 2009Survey
MGN 394 (M+F)MCAPDFLocal Supplier of Fuel Oil Registration
Registration requirements for a local supplier of fuel oil are outlined. Contact details for registration are provided.
May 2009Environmental Quality
MGN 395 (M+F)MCAPDFRadio Log Book: Merchant Shipping & Fishing Vessels.
This notice advises on the need for the GMDSS Log Book and the Simplified F/V GMDSS Log Book
May 2009Navigation Safety
MGN 390 (M)MCAPDFConstruction Standards for Offshore Support Vessels and Other Special Ship Types
This notice establishes guidance for the construction and operation of special ship types for which the provisions of the safety and pollution prevention conventions...
Mar 2009Marine Technology Unit
MGN 393 (M+F)MCAPDFNavigation Light Units: Maintenance and the Use of New Technology Light Sources, such as Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), as Navigation Lights on SOLAS and non-SOLAS Vessels.
To provide guidance for SOLAS and non-SOLAS vessels on the requirements and performance standards, for new technology light sources.
Mar 2009Navigation Safety
MGN 334 (M)MCAPDFNew National Boatmaster’s Licence – Local Information and Local Knowledge
Notice to Masters and owners of all vessels operating commercially on inland waterways, and in limited coastal areas.
Feb 2009Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 334 (M)MCAPDFNew National Boatmaster’s Licence – Local Information and Local Knowledge Amendment
Summary This amendment corrects the information on local requirements for the Broads.
Feb 2009Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 388 (M+F)MCAPDFLifeboats: Fitting of 'Fall Preventer Devices' to reduce the danger of accidental on-load hook release
A Fall Preventer Device (FPD) can be used to minimise risk of injury or death in the event of the failure of the on-load hook or its release mechanism, or by...
Feb 2009Marine Technology Unit
MGN 385 (M+F)MCAPDFGuidance on the Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Pollution by Sewage and Garbage from Ships) Regulations 2008
Provides details and guidance on the interpretation of UK Statutory Instrument (SI) 2008 No.3257. The Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Pollution by Sewage and...
Jan 2009Environmental Quality
MGN 389 (M+F)MCAPDFOperating Instructions and Signage for Fixed Gas Fire-Extinguishing Systems
This note provides guidance regarding the use of operating instructions and signage for fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems.
Jan 2009Marine Technology Unit
MSN 1807 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Pollution by Sewage and Garbage from Ships) Regulations 2008 - SI 2008 No.3257
This Notice provides information on the technical requirements for ships to comply with the UK implementation of both Annex IV and Annex V of MARPOL 73/78,...
Jan 2009Environmental Quality
MGN 381 (M+F)MCAPDFSurvey and Certification Requirements for the Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008
Survey and Certification Requirements for The Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MGN 384 (M+F)MCAPDFTraining in the Maintenance of Electronic Navigation Equipment
Colleges provide training courses to deliver the knowledge and skill necessary to maintain the electronic navigational and communication equipment commonly...
Dec 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 386 (M+F)MCASurvey and Certification Requirements for The Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - additional guidance
Supplement to MGN 381 (M+F) Survey and Certification Requirements for The Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008, providing...
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAPDFTHE MERCHANT SHIPPING (PREVENTION OF AIR POLLUTION FROM SHIPS) REGULATIONS 2008
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Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Schedule 1
Schedule 1 - Ozone-Depleting Substances
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Schedule 2
Schedule 2 - Nitrogen Oxides
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Schedule 3
Schedule 3 - Sulphur Oxides (SOx)
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Schedule 4
Schedule 4 - Volatile Organic Compounds
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Schedule 5
Schedule 5 - Shipboard Incinerators
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Schedule 6
Schedule 6 - Discharge to Reception Facilities
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Schedule 7
Schedule 7 - Fuel Oil Quality
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Schedule 8
Schedule 8 - Platforms - Survey and Certification
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Appendix 1
Appendix 1 - Guidelines for the Sampling of Fuel Oil for Determination of Compliance with Annex VI OF MARPOL 73/78
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Appendix 2
Appendix 2 - Local Fuel Oil Suppliers Initial Declaration
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Appendix 3
Appendix 3 - Local Fuel Oil Suppliers Annual Declaration
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Appendix 4
Appendix 4 - List of Controlled Ozone-Depleting Substances as defined in the Montreal Protocol
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Appendix 5
Appendix 5 - United Kingdom Air Pollution Prevention Certificate
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MSN 1819 (M+F)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships) Regulations 2008 - Appendix 6
Appendix 6 - Marine Fuel Sulphur Record Book
Dec 2008Environmental Quality
MGN 382 (M)MCAPDFFire Protection of Balconies and Other External Areas on Passenger Ships
This notice draws attention to: amendments to SOLAS entered into force on 1st July 2008, which apply to cabin balconies on passenger ships, design requirements...
Nov 2008Marine Technology Unit
MGN 379 (M+F)MCAPDFNavigation: Use of Electronic Navigation Aids
This note emphasises the need for correct use of navigational equipment by watch-keepers
Oct 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 383 (M+F)MCAPDFUS Clean Water Act
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Oct 2008Environmental Quality
MGN 377 (M+F)MCAPDFSound Advice - Noise at Work from Music and Entertainment
This MGN provides advice on how to access practical guidelines on the control of noise at work arising from music andentertainment.
Sep 2008Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 378 (M+F)MCAPDFMerchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Provision and Use of Work Equipment) (Amendment) Regulations 2008 and Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment) (Amendment) Regulations 2008
New Regulations amending the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Provision and Use of Work Equipment) Regulations 2006 and the Merchant Shipping and Fishing...
Sep 2008Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 371 (M+F)MCAPDFOffshore Renewable Energy Installations (OREIs) - Guidance on UK Navigational Practice, Safety and Emergency Response Issues
Highlights issues that need to be taken into consideration when assessing the impact on navigational safety and emergency response caused by offshore renewable...
Aug 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 372 (M+F)MCAPDFOffshore Renewable Energy Installations (OREIs): Guidance to Mariners Operating in the Vicinity of UK OREIs
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) highlights the issues to be taken into account when planning and undertaking voyages in the vicinity of offshore renewable energy...
Aug 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 374 (M+F)MCAPDFPeriodic Inspection and Testing of Seamless Steel Pressurised Gas Cylinders
This note provides guidance on the recommended standards for inspection and testing of pressurised seamless steel gas cylinders for fire fighting appliances...
Aug 2008Marine Technology Unit
MGN 375 (M+F)MCAPDFNavigation: Maritime Safety Information (MSI)
This Notice gives guidance about the principal sources of relevant MSI information, including GMDSS, NAVTEX and SafetyNET.
Aug 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 368 (M)MCAPDFAmendments to the Revised Guidelines for the Approval of Equivalent Water-Based Fire-Extinguishing Systems for Machinery Spaces and Cargo Pump-Rooms (MSC/Circ.1165)
The Maritime Safety Committee of the International Maritime Organization has issued a circular (MSC.1/Circ.1237) on Amendments to the Revised Guidelines for...
Jul 2008Marine Technology Unit
MGN 369 (M+F)MCAPDFNavigation: Navigation In Restricted Visibility
Guidance on the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS)
Jul 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 370 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Dreadnought Medical Service
The Dreadnought Medical Service, St Thomas Hospital, London
Jul 2008Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 365 (M)MCAPDFHuman Element Assessment Tool
Human Element Assessment Tool
Jun 2008Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 367 (M)MCAPDFGuidelines for the Approval of Fixed Fire Detection and Fire Alarm Systems for Cabin Balconies
The Maritime Safety Committee of the International Maritime Organization has issued a circular (MSC.1/Circ.1242) on Guidelines for the Approval of Fixed Fire...
Jun 2008Shipping Safety
MGN 364 (M+F)MCAPDFNavigation: Traffic Separation Schemes - Application of Rule 10 and Navigation in the Dover Strait
This notice draws attention to mariners on the mandatory reporting regime and the recommendations for navigating within the Dover Strait.
May 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 366 (M+F)MCAPDFOff-Shore Pirate Broadcasting
Provides information on unlicensed broadcasting stations on board ships either within or outside UK territorial limits.
May 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 363 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments
This note draws attention to the developments at the International Maritime Organization (IMO)with respect to ballast water. Information is provided on the...
Apr 2008Environmental Quality
MGN 289 (M+F)Accident Reporting and Investigation
Mar 2008MAIB
MGN 360 (M+F)MCAPDFNavigation: Implementation of Changes to Routeing Measures in Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs)
This note provides information on how the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (UKHO) will promulgate future changes to routeing measures in Electronic Navigational...
Mar 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 361 (M+F)GMDSS: Termination of the 121.5 / 243MHz Initial Emergency Alerting Service
Mar 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 362 (M+F)MCAPDFServicing of Inflatable Liferafts, Inflatable Boats, Rescue Boats, Fast Rescue Boats, Inflatable Lifejackets and Hydrostatic Release Units.
Servicing of Inflatable Liferafts, Inflatable Boats, Rescue Boats, Fast Rescue Boats, Inflatable Lifejackets and Hydrostatic Release Units.
Mar 2008Shipping Safety
MGN 324 (M+F)MCAPDFRadio: Operational Guidance on the Use Of VHF Radio and Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) at Sea
Correction to MGN 324
Feb 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 324 (M+F)MCAPDFRadio: Operational Guidance on the Use of VHF Radio and Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) at Sea
Given the continuing number of casualties where the misuse of VHF radio has been established as a contributory factor it has been decided to re-issue the MCA...
Feb 2008Navigation Safety
MGN 359 (M)MCAPDFElectrical Equipment and Installation
Guidance on the relevant edition of the BS 84 Code of Practice for Installation of Electrical and Electronic Equipment in Ships
Feb 2008Shipping Safety
MGN 357 (M+F)MCAPDFNight-time lookout - Photochromic Lenses and Dark Adaptation
Night-time lookout - Photochromic Lenses and Dark Adaptation
Dec 2007Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 358 (M+F)MCAPDFConsolidated European Reporting System (CERS) Reporting requirements in respect of Port Waste and Bulk Carrier Infringements
New procedure for Port Waste Management Plan holders, Bulk Carrier Terminal operators and Bulk Carrier Terminal representatives to report infringements using...
Dec 2007Inspection
MGN 344 (M)MCAPDFObservations and Recommendations arising from a Series of Domestic Passenger Vessel Evacuation Exercises.
This guidance reports the findings of a series of trials and evacuation exercises undertaken or witnessed by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) during...
Nov 2007Shipping Safety
MGN 351 (M)MCAPDFLeadership Qualities for Effective Safety Management
This is a Human Element publication giving information on leadership qualities for effective safety management & leadership
Nov 2007Risk, Analysis and Prevention
MGN 352 (M+F)MCAPDFMGN 352 (M+F)
THE MERCHANT SHIPPING AND FISHING VESSELS (CONTROL OF NOISE AT WORK) REGULATIONS 2007
Nov 2007Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 353 (M+F)MCAPDFMGN 353 (M+F)
The Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Control of Vibration at Work) Regulations 2007
Nov 2007Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 354 (M+F)MCAPDFFishing and Small Vessels-Safe Operation of Fixed CO2 Gas Fire Extinguishing Systems
This note is to provide guidance to the crew for the safe use of fixed CO2 gas fire extinguishing systems, and the safety precautions to be taken before entering...
Nov 2007Shipping Safety
MGN 355 (M)MCAPDFPeriodic Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of
The purpose of this Notice is to draw attention to this Administrations guidelines for the proper maintenance and testing of fixed bulk dry powder fire extinguishing...
Nov 2007Shipping Safety
MGN 356 (M+F)MCAPDFMGN 356 (M+F)
The Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Health and Safety at Work) (Carcinogens and Mutagens) Regulations 2007
Nov 2007Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 349 (F)MCAPDFCarriage and Use of Radar Reflectors on Small Vessels
Marine Guidance Note
Sep 2007Navigation Safety
MSN 1792 (M)MCAPDFThe Large Commercial Yacht Code LY2 Edition 2
Amalgamation of Edition 1 and Amendment 1. All changes and the effective date are detailed in Annex 7
Sep 2007Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 348 (F)Declaration of Maximum Continuous Engine Power (MCEP)
Aug 2007Registry of Shipping & Seamen
MSN 1816 (M+F)MCAPDFMandatory Registration of Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs)
This Notice draws attention to, and gives advice regarding The Merchant Shipping (EPIRB Registration) Regulations 2000.
Aug 2007Navigation Safety
MGN 347 (M)MCAPDFCarriage of Passengers onboard Vessels for which certificates state a limiting number of passengers
Guidance on the circumstances where a vessel is limited to the carriage of a specific number of passengers; the Passenger Deadweight should never exceed the...
Jul 2007Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1815 (M)MCACountries whose Seafarer Medical Certificates are accepted as equivalent to the UK Seafarer Medical Certificate (ENG1) from 1 July 2007
List of countries whose medical certificates are a recognised equivalent to the ENG1
Jul 2007Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 340 (M)MCAPDFInternational Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code and Cargoes Carried in Cargo Transport Units
This Marine Guidance Note gives details on cargoes which are classified as dangerous in accordance with the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code....
May 2007Environmental Quality
MGN 341 (M)MCAPDFRo-Ro Ships Vehicle Decks - Accidents to Personnel, Passenger Access and the Carriage of Motor Vehicles
This guidance highlights the dangers to passengers and crew from moving vehicles during loading and unloading operations on board ro-ro ships.
May 2007Environmental Quality
MGN 342 (M)MCAPDFGuidance on the Carriage of Dangerous Goods in Limited Quantities Intended for Retail Sale on UK Domestic Ferries
This Marine Guidance Note outlines the required standard of compliance with the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code when transporting retail...
May 2007Environmental Quality
MGN 345 (M)MCAPDFAlternative Compliance Scheme
Requirements of ACS for shipowners, operators and Recognised Organisations.
May 2007UK Ship Register
MGN 343 (M+F)MCAPDFHydrostatic Release Units (HRU) - Stowage and Float Free Arrangements for Inflatable Liferafts
The purpose of this Note is to provide general advice and guidance on the securing, stowage and launching of liferafts, and the fitting of the most common types...
Apr 2007Shipping Safety
MSN 1813 (F)MCAPDFCOP for the Safety of Small Fishing Vessels
The Fishing Vessels Code of Practice for the Safety of Small Fishing Vessels
Apr 2007Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MIN 283 (M)Practical Guidelines for Ballast Water Exchange in the Antarctic Treaty Area
Mar 2007Environmental Quality
MSN 1810 (M+F)MCAPDFRadio Communications: SOLAS & non-SOLAS Vessels
Merchant Shipping Notice
Mar 2007Navigation Safety
MSN 1810 (M+F)MCAPDFRadio Communications: SOLAS & non-SOLAS Vessels (Corrigendum)
Merchant hipping Notice
Mar 2007Navigation Safety
MGN 338 (M)MCAPDFFire at Sea: Risk Assessment for the Maritime Incident Response Group (MIRG)
Fire at Sea: Risk Assessment for the Maritime Incident Response Group (MIRG)
Feb 2007Search and Rescue
MSN 1812 (M)MCAPDFSOLAS V - MCA's 2002 Publication: Amendments to SOLAS Chapter V
Merchant Shipping Notice
Feb 2007Navigation Safety
MGN 334 (M)New National Boatmaster.s Licence . Local Information and Local Knowledge
Jan 2007Shipping Safety
MGN 337 (M+F)MCAPDFProvision of Safe Means of Access to Fishing and other Small Vessels
...
Dec 2006Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1810 (M+F)Radio Communications: SOLAS & non-SOLAS Vessels
Dec 2006Navigation Safety
MSN 1811 (M)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Passenger Ships on Domestic Voyages) Regulations 2000
This statutory Merchant Shipping Notice sets out the standards and conditions applicable to United Kingdom Class III, VI and VI(A) steel or equivalent ships...
Dec 2006Shipping Safety
MGN 333 (M)MCAPDFThe new Boatmaster’s Licence – Guidance on the Application provisions for Existing Masters of Vessels
This MGN gives information about how existing masters/skippers should apply for the new Boatmasters Licence within the transitional period.
Nov 2006Shipping Safety
MGN 335 (M)MCAPDFBulk Carriers- Guidelines on early Assessment of hull damage and need for abandonment
This Marine Guidance Note reproduces the International Maritime Organization Circular MSC/1143. This circular outlines the precautionary measures which need...
Nov 2006Shipping Safety
MSN 1809 (F)MCAPDFStandards of Performance of Radio Equipment required by the Merchant Shipping (Radio) (Fishing Vessels) Regulations 1999
Merchant Shipping Notice
Nov 2006Navigation Safety
MGN 325 (M)MCAHelicopter Assistance at Sea
This Notice gives advice on the provision of facilities for emergency helicopter operations on all types of sea-going ships which do not have a helideck, and...
Oct 2006Search and Rescue
MSN 1808 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Inland Waterways and Limited Coastal Operations) (Boatmasters? Qualifications and Hours of Work) Regulations 2006 ? Structure and Requirements.
Notice to all operators and masters of passenger ships and non-passenger vessels on inland waterways and on limited coastal operations.
Oct 2006Shipping Safety
MGN 319 (M+F)MCAPDFAcceptance of Electronic Chart Plotting Systems for Fishing Vessels Under 24 metres and Small Vessels in Commercial Use (Code Boats) Up to 24 metres Load Line Length
Marine Guidance Note
Sep 2006Navigation Safety
MGN 331 (M+F)MCAPDFTHE MERCHANT SHIPPING AND FISHING VESSELS (PROVISION AND USE OF WORK EQUIPMENT) REGULATIONS 2006
Provides details, and guidance on interpretation, of the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Provision and Use of Work Equipment) Regulations 2006. Provides...
Sep 2006Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 332 (M+F)MCAPDFTHE MERCHANT SHIPPING AND FISHING VESSELS (LIFTING OPERATIONS AND LIFTING EQUIPMENT) REGULATIONS 2006
Provides details, and guidance on interpretation, of the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment) Regulations 2006; Provides...
Sep 2006Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1802 (M)MCAPDFCertificates of Competency: Yacht Deck Officers Training and Certification Guidance - Part A7
This notice describes the system for deck officer certification for large commercial or private sailing and motor vessels and sail training vessels.
Sep 2006Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1805 (M)MCAPDFINLAND WATERS AND MARITIME SHIPPING LANES (NAVIGABILITY LICENCES)
This Merchant Shipping Notice lays down the procedure for obtaining a navigability licence to operate a UK Passenger Vessel on inland waterways elsewhere in...
Sep 2006Shipping Safety
MGN 327 (M)MCAPDFResearch Project 502: High-Speed Craft Dynamic Stability in Following & Quartering Seas - Design Guidance
Many high-speed craft (HSC) are known to suffer from problems of control in following and quartering seas, including behaviour such as surfing, bow-diving and...
Aug 2006Shipping Safety
MGN 328 (M)MCAPDFResearch Project 502: High-Speed Craft Dynamic Stability in Following & Quartering Seas - Operational Guidance
Many high-speed craft (HSC) are known to suffer some degree of difficulty control in following and quartering seas, including behaviour such as surfing, bow...
Aug 2006Shipping Safety
MGN 330 (M+F)MCAPDFRadio Aerial Lead-ins
Marine Guidance Note
Aug 2006Navigation Safety
MSN 1803 (M)MCALIFEBOATS - Measures to Prevent Accidents
This Merchant Shipping Notice compiles current guidance on the safe servicing, testing maintenance and drilling of lifeboats.
Aug 2006Shipping Safety
MGN 322 (M+F)MCAPDFShip Survey Standards
This notice effective from 1 July 2006 outlines the survey standards for hull construction, machinery, electrical and control systems to which vessels are expected...
Jul 2006Survey
MGN 324 (M+F)Radio: Operational Guidance on the Use Of VHF Radio and Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) at Sea
Jul 2006Navigation Safety
MSN 1801 (F)MCAPDFServiceability and Maintenance Requirements of Radio Equipment Under the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) for Fishing Vessels
Merchant Shipping Notice
Jul 2006Navigation Safety
MGN 8 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE - PART 8: Education and Training Schemes
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Jun 2006Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 8 (M)MCAPDFMGN 8 Amendment - Certificates of Competency - Education and Trainng Schemes
Replacement of section 10.1 to give clarification of the training requirements for Engineer Officer candidates not following an approved Merchant Navy Training...
Jun 2006Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1799 (M+F)MCAPDFRabies - Carriage of animals on ships.
Notice to all Owners, Masters, Skippers and Seafarers. This notice updates and replaces Merchant Shipping Notice M 1363
Jun 2006Corporate Secretariat
MIN 251 (M)MCAPDFAmendments to the entry requirements for Engineer Certificates of Competency
The engineering officer certification structure has been amended to reduce impact of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and...
May 2006Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 323 (M+F)MCAPDFExplosives Picked Up at Sea
This notice sets out the instructions regarding explosives picked up at sea
May 2006Search and Rescue
MGN 321 (M)MCAPDFAIS on Double-Ended Passenger Ferries
AIS on Double-Ended Passenger Ferries
Apr 2006Navigation Safety
MSN 1796 (M+F)Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) - Designation of  VTS Stations in the United Kingdom
Apr 2006Navigation Safety
MGN 315 (M)MCAPDFKeeping a Safe Navigational Watch on Merchant Vessels
Guidance on the application of the International Convention on STCW 95 regarding the keeping of a safe navigational watch
Feb 2006Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 316 (F)MCAPDFRe-Applying Paints, Varnishes anf other Finishes to Interior Surfaces
This notice gives advice on the re-application of paints, varnishes and other finishes to interior surfaces, in the form of a
Feb 2006Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 306 (M)MCAPDFDesigning and Operating Smaller Passenger Vessels: Guidance on Meeting the Needs of Persons with Reduced Mobility
The purpose of this document is to help ensure that the design and operation of smaller passenger ships meet the needs of people with reduced mobility as effectively...
Jan 2006Shipping Safety
MGN 309 (F)MCAPDFFishing Vessels - The Dangers of Enclosed Spaces
This note warns of the unseen risks from the build up of gases inenclosed spaces including refrigerated Salt Water Tanks
Jan 2006Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 310 (F)MCAPDFFishing Vessels - Risk of Fire & Explosion from Gas Welding and Burning
Provides advice and a reminder on the safe use and handling of gas welding and burning equipment.It applies both to trained and untrained users.
Jan 2006Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 311 (F)MCAWorking and Protective Gear for Fishermen
Provides general advice on the supply and use of working gear and protective gear (personal protective equipment (PPE)) on board fishing vessels.
Jan 2006Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 312 (F)MCAPDFUse of Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) and Diesel Fuelled Appliances on Fishing Vessels
This notte gives advice on reducing risk of explosion or Carbon Monoxide Poisoning from the fitting and use of LPG/Diesel for heating accommodation spaces
Jan 2006Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 313 (F)MCAPDFKeeping a Safe Navigational Watch on Fishing Vessels
Investigations into collisions, groundings and near misses involving fishing vessels have continued to show that poor watchkeeping is a major cause.
Jan 2006Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 314 (F)MCAPDFWheelhouse Visibility onboard Fishing Vessels
This note explains the minimum standards that are acceptable for views from the wheelhouse
Jan 2006Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1795 (M)MCAPDFRevised carriage Requirements for Automatic identification Systems (AIS)
Merchant Shipping Notice
Dec 2005Navigation Safety
MGN 301 (M+F)MCAPDFManoeuvring Information on Board Ships
Marine Guidance Note
Nov 2005Navigation Safety
MGN 304 (M+F)MCAPDFShore to Ship communications during a distress
Shore to ship comunication during a distress
Nov 2005Navigation Safety
MGN 305 (M+F)MCAPDFMaritime Safety and the Baring of INMARSAT Ship to Earth Station procedures
Marine Guidance Note
Nov 2005Navigation Safety
MGN 308 (M+F)MCAPDFMOORING, TOWING OR HAULING EQUIPMENT ON ALL VESSELS - SAFE INSTALLATION AND SAFE OPERATION
This Guidance Note provides updated advice on the safe installation, maintenance and use of mooring, towing and hauling equipment. It emphasises the importance...
Nov 2005Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1699 (M)MCAThe Merchant Shipping (Passenger Ship Construction: Ships of Classes III to VI(A)) Regulations 1998 - Amendment 1
The Merchant Shipping (Life-Saving Appliances for Passenger Ships of Classes III to VI(A)) Regulations 1992 (SI 1992 No. 2359, as amended) were revoked by Merchant...
Nov 2005Shipping Safety
MSN 1699 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Passenger Ship Construction: Ships of Classes III to VI(A)) Regulations 1998
...
Nov 2005Shipping Safety
MSN 1790 (M)MCAPDFAgreement Concerning Specific Stability Requirements for Ro-Ro Passenger Ships Undertaking Regular Scheduled International or Domestic Voyages between European Ports
The information provided in this Merchant Shipping Notice meets Article 4 (2) of Directive 98/18/EC as amended. Equivalent information for other administrations...
Nov 2005Shipping Safety
MSN 1790 (M)MCAPDFAgreement Concerning Specific Stability Requirements for Ro-Ro Passenger Ships Undertaking Regular Scheduled International or Domestic Voyages between European Ports - Amendment 1
MSN 1790 provides guidance on Directive 2003/25/EC. Directive 2005/12/EC of 18 February 2005 amends Annexes I and II of Directive 2003/25/EC. This notice...
Nov 2005Shipping Safety
MGN 296 (M)MCAPDFMedication at Sea
This Note alerts ship operators, employers and seafarers to the potential effects on performance of prescription and/or over the counter drugs, and the need...
Oct 2005Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 297 (M)MCAPDFThe Carriage Of Defibrillators On Ships
The purpose of this Marine Guidance Note is to provide updated guidance on the carriage of defibrillators. It provides advice on risk assessment, for operators...
Oct 2005Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 299 (M+F)MCAInterference With Safe Navigation Through Inappropriate Use Of Mobile Phones
Marine Guidance Note
Oct 2005Navigation Safety
MSN 1794 (M+F)MCACounting and registration of persons on board passenger ships
Counting and registration of persons on board passenger ships
Aug 2005Shipping Safety
MGN 294 (M+F)MCAPDFUse of GMDSS equipment in general communications
This note draws the attention to the contents of circular COMSAR/Circ.17 issued by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Key Points: It is good practice...
Jun 2005Navigation Safety
MGN 293 (M+F)MCAAlternative Arrangements for Meeting Paper Chart Carriage Requirements
This Note sets out alternative arrangements by which fishing vessels and certain vessels operated under Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Codes of Practice...
May 2005Navigation Safety
MGN 289 (M+F)Accident Reporting and Investigation
Apr 2005MAIB
MGN 284 (M+F)MCAPDFRecommendations for ships carrying fumigated bulk cargoes
This guidance note advises on: (1) the importance of safe and proper procedures when fumigants are used in bulk cargoes on board ships; (2) the appropriate...
Mar 2005Environmental Quality
MGN 290 (M)MCAPDFLocal Passenger Vessels: Manning
This Marine Guidance Notice supplements paragraph 16 of Merchant Shipping Notice M1525, and should be read in conjunction with MGN 203(M).
Mar 2005Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 282 (M)MCAPDFDangerous Goods - Guidance in the Carriage of Packaged Dangerous Goods on Offshore Supply Vessels
Vessels supplying the offshore industry are required to carry a variety of dangerous goods including those in packaged form. Vessel design and operational conditions...
Feb 2005Environmental Quality
MGN 283 (M)MCAPDFDangerous Goods - Guidance on the Back Loading of Contaminated Bulk Liquids from Offshore Installations to Offshore Supply/Support Vessels
Vessels supplying the offshore industry are required to carry a variety of bulk liquids in dedicated tanks within the ship to supply installations offshore....
Feb 2005Environmental Quality
MGN 285 (M+F)MCAPDFElectronic Charts – The Use of Risk Assessment Methodology When Operating ECDIS in the Raster Chart Display System (RCDs) Mode
The purpose of this Marine Guidance Note is primarily to provide an adaptable step-by-step outline of how to conduct an effective risk assessment into the use...
Feb 2005Navigation Safety
MGN 291 (F)MCAPDFFIRE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEMS ON FISHING VESSELS
All fishing vessels should have a means of detecting and extinguishing a fire in a enclosed machinery space This MGN advises on the selection of fire detection...
Jan 2005Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1781 (M+F)The Merchant Shipping (Distress Signal and Prevention of Collisions) Regulations 1997
Jan 2005Navigation Safety
MSN 1790 (M)Agreement Concerning Specific Stability Requirements for Ro-Ro Passenger Ships Undertaking Regular Scheduled International or Domestic Voyages between European Ports
Jan 2005Shipping Safety
MGN 281 (F)MCAPDFFISHING VESSELS FREEBOARD AND STABILITY INFORMATION BOOKLET – RECOMMENDED FORMAT
This note recommends a format for the Freeboard & Stability Information Booklet for use on board Fishing Vessels
Dec 2004Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 281 (F)MCAPDFFISHING VESSELS FREEBOARD AND STABILITY INFORMATION BOOKLET
Annex 1 to MGN 281
Dec 2004Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1789 (M)MCAPDFDIRECTIVE 2003/24/EC - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR PERSONS OF REDUCED MOBILITY ON DOMESTIC PASSENGER SHIPS
This notice concerns the measures to be taken for persons of reduced mobility as outlined in Directive 2003/24/EC which comes in to force on 17 November 2004...
Dec 2004Shipping Safety
MGN 278 (M)MCAPDFTraining and certification guidance part 27: Experienced seafarer to Engineer Officer of the Watch
This training programme is open to experienced seafarers who work in the engine room. Candidates have a choice of following either a Vocational Qualification...
Nov 2004Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 279 (M)MCAPDFCertificate of Competency as Compass Adjuster
This notice details the new requirements for experience prior to examination for a certificate of competency as a compass adjuster. It should also be noted...
Oct 2004Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 280 (M)MCAPDFSmall Vessels in Commercial Use for Sport or Pleasure, Workboats and Pilot Boats - Alternative Construction Standards
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency in co-operation with members of the Small Vessel Codes Working Group has been engaged in a harmonisation and rationalisation...
Oct 2004Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 271 (M)MCAPDFThe Protection of Windows and Side Scuttles of Passenger Ships by Deadlights and Storm Covers.
This notice draws attention to the statutory requirements for fitting and use of hinged deadlights and permanently attached storm covers at windows and side...
Sep 2004Shipping Safety
MGN 273 (M)MCAPDFOperational Issues relating to Marine Evacuation Systems
Trials have shown that some lifejackets used with Marine Evacuation Systems have a greater sensitivity than others to ?riding up? as an evacuee descends the...
Sep 2004Shipping Safety
MSN 1783 (M)Arrangements for the Carriage of Agreed Search and Rescue Co-Operation Plans Aboard UK Passenger Vessels
Aug 2004Search and Rescue
MSN 1786 (F)MCAPDFApplication of the Fishing Vessels (Working Time: Seafishermen) Regulations 2004
This Merchant Shipping Notice contains the detailed mandatory requirements specified by the Secretary of State under the Fishing Vessels (Working Time: Sea-fishermen)...
Aug 2004Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 270 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE ? PART 23 YACHT RATING CERTIFIC ATES FOR SERVICE ON COMMERCIALLY AND PRIVATELY OPERATED YACHTS AND SAIL TRAINING VESSELS
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series that gives guidance on the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Jul 2004Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 272 (M)MCAPDFVOYAGE DATA RECORDER’S (VDRs) – PERFORMANCE TESTING
Voyage Data Recorders (VDRs) should be tested after installation and annually thereafter. The test must be undertaken by a competent person The proforma at...
Jul 2004Survey
MGN 276 (M+F)MCAPDFFIRE PROTECTION ? MAINTENANCE OF PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Portable fire extinguishers are pressure containers that require correct maintenance. The marine environment can be harsh and special care is needed to ensure...
Jun 2004Shipping Safety
MSN 1781 (M+F)The Merchant Shipping (Distress Signal and Prevention of Collisions) Regulations 1996
May 2004Navigation Safety
MGN 266 (F)MCAPDFGuidance on the Interpretation of SOLAS Chapter Five for Fishing Vessels
Chapter five, Safety of Navigation, of the annex to the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) has been substantially revised. The new...
Apr 2004Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 267 (F)MCAPDFThe Location and Stowage of Liferafts and Emergency Positioning Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) on UK Registered Fishing Vessels
This note gives guidance on suitable stowage positions and other measures that will significantly reduce the possibility of a liferaft or an EPIRB becoming...
Apr 2004Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1769 (M)MCAPDFInternational labour organization convention (ilo) 178 and recommendation 185 - concerning the inspection of seafarers’ working and living conditions
The purpose of this Merchant Shipping Notice is to alert owners, operators, managers, manning agents, trade unions and seafarers to the fact that the UK Government...
Apr 2004Shipping Safety
MGN 264 (M)MCAPDFMedical Fitness Requirements for Those Employed on Boats Certificated under MCA Codes of Practice, Crew of Seagoing Local Passenger Vessels and Nonseagoing Boatmasters
This guidance note explains the requirements for evidence of medical fitness for: those working on vessels operating under MCA Codes of Practice for small...
Feb 2004Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 263 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE - PART 22: Certificates of Competency for Deck Personnel Serving on Domestic Vessels Operating in Category ?D? Waters.
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Jan 2004Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1778 (M)MCAPDFApplication of the Merchant Shipping (Working Time: Inland Waterways) Regulations 2003
With effect from 24 December 2003, this notice supersedes paragraph 14 of Merchant Shipping Notice 1525 for Boatmasters and crew on Class IV and V passenger...
Dec 2003Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1768 (M+F)MCAPDFApplication of the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Medical Stores) Regulations 1995 (SI 1995/1802) and the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Medical Stores) (Amendment) Regulations 1996 (SI 1996/2821)
Summary. This Notice sets out the minimum requirements for medical stores for UK ships under the above Regulations. Basic statutory requirements (deriving from...
Nov 2003Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1768 (M+F)MCAPDFSHIPS' MEDICAL STORES Application of the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Medical Stores) Regulations 1995 (SI 1995 / 1802) and the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Medical Stores) (Amendment) Regulations 1996 (SI 1996/2821) (Corrigendum)
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Nov 2003Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1768 (M+F)Ships' Medical Stores Application of the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Medical Stores) Regulations 1995
Aug 2003Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 258 (M+F)MCAPDFDECOMMISSIONING OF HALON SYSTEMS
Guidance to Owners, Masters and Skippers of Ships and Fishing Vessels.
Jul 2003Shipping Safety
MGN 203 (M)MCAPDFCREW TRAINING FOR PERSONNEL SERVING ON DOMESTIC PASSENGER VESSELS
This Note details the minimum level of training required for concessionaires and crew, working on board UK Domestic Passenger Ships of Classes IV to VI (A),...
Mar 2003Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 221 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE ? PART 19: Certificates Of Equivalent Competency
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is Part of a series which gives guidance on the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Mar 2003Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 248 (M)MCAPDFSafety Preparations Prior to Machinery Maintenance
Deaths have occurred as a result of machinery and systems being inadequately isolated prior to maintenance. Procedures for the isolation of machinery prior...
Mar 2003Shipping Safety
MGN 254 (M+F)MCAPDFGuidance to Users of Inflatable Lifejackets
Note to Ship Owners, Ship Operators and Managers, Masters, Officers and Crews of Merchant Ships, Skippers and Crews of Fishing Vessels and Owners and Crews...
Feb 2003Shipping Safety
MGN 231 (M+F)MCAPDFShipboard Pollution Emergency Plans: Guidance on their development and approval
The purpose of this Marine Guidance Note is to draw the attention of the shipping industry to new international requirements, effective 01 January 2003, concerning...
Dec 2002Environmental Quality
MGN 242 (M+F)MCAPDFStandard Format and Procedures for Ship Reporting, Including Reporting Incidents Involving Dangerous Goods, Marine Pollutants, Other Harmful Substances or Safety
The purpose of this MGN is to advise shipowners, masters and officers of merchant ships, owners and skippers of fishing vessels of the standard reporting format...
Dec 2002Environmental Quality
MGN 191 (M+F)MCAPDFUse of Halon for Fire Extinguishing on Board Ships
This Note advises all Owners, Builders, Masters and Skippers of Ships and Fishing Vessels of the phasing out of halon as a fire-extinguishing medium because...
Oct 2002Shipping Safety
MGN 224 (F)MCAPDFGuidance to Operators on the Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15m length overall (LOA) to Less Than 24m registered length (L) Fishing Vessels
This Guidance outlines to operators their main responsibilities under the Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15m (LOA) to 24m (L)...
Oct 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 245 (M)MCAPDFInspection of Shell Loading Doors on Ro-Ro Ferries
This Guidance Note draws attention to the importance of crew members onboard Roll-on Roll-off ferries being aware of the position of the collision bulkhead...
Sep 2002Survey
MSN 1767 (M)MCAPDFHours of Work, Safe Manning and Watchkeeping
Application of the Merchant Shipping (Hours of Work) Regulations 2002 and STCW 95.This Merchant Shipping Notice contains the detailed mandatory requirements...
Sep 2002Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 223 (M)MCAPDFCarriage of coconut oil and other vegetable oils as cargo in tanks
Summary Information has been received about unforeseen hazardous conditions that may arise when coconut oil and other vegetable oils are carried in the cargo...
Jul 2002Environmental Quality
MGN 219 (M)MCAPDFSeafarer Medical Examinations : Guidelines For Maritime Employers and Manning Agencies
The purpose of this Marine Guidance Note is to give guidance to maritime employers and manning/crewing agencies on the arrangements for provision of seafarer...
Jun 2002Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 225 (M+F)MCAPDFRadio Medical Advice For Ships At Sea
This Marine Guidance Note provides information on how to obtain radio medical advice when a medical incident or medical emergency arises at sea. It explains...
Jun 2002Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1762 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Diving Safety) Regulations 2002
Notice to Owners, Employers, Masters and Crews of Merchant Vessels and Fishing Vessels. SUMMARY 1.1 This notice contains information on the application of the...
Jun 2002Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAPDFThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels
This notice draws attention to the Fishing Vessels (Safety of 15-24 Metre Vessels) Regulations 2002 and incorporates the full text of the Code of Safe Working...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels - Chapter 1
1.1 FOREWORD 1.1.1 This Code applies to all fishing vessels, registered in the UK, of 15 metres length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metres registered...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels - Chapter 2 (CONSTRUCTION & WATERTIGHT INTEGRITY)
2.1 CONSTRUCTION AND STRUCTURAL STRENGTH 2.1.1 General Requirements for Structural Strength 2.1.1.1 The structural strength and construction of every fishing...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels - Chapter 3 (STABILITY AND FREEBOARD)
.1.1 General 3.1.1.1 All vessels should be provided with approved stability information to the satisfaction of the Certifying Authority for the conditions...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing VesselsChapter 4 (MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS)
4.1 MACHINERY 4.1.1 General Requirements 4.1.1.1 Machinery installations should comply with the general requirements given below and to the requirements of...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels Chapter 5 - (FIRE PROTECTION, DETECTION & EXTINCTION)
5.1 FIRE 5.1.1 General 5.1.1.1 Every vessel should be so constructed and equipped such that there is no substantial fire risk to the vessel or to persons...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels - Chapter 6 (PROTECTION OF THE CREW)
6.1 PROTECTION OF PERSONNEL 6.1.1 General 6.1.1.1 Owners should ensure that their vessels are operated without endangering the safety and health of the crew. 6.1.1.2...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels- Chapter 7 (LIFE-SAVING APPLIANCES)
7.1 LIFE SAVING APPLIANCES 7.1.1 General 7.1.1.1 Life saving appliances that are required to be of approved type should either have MCA type approval or be...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels - Chapter 8 (EMERGENCY PROCEDURES)
8.1 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 8.1.1 Inspections 8.1.1.1 Inspections of the life-saving equipment and fire appliances should be made at intervals of not more...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels - Chapter 9 (COMMUNICATIONS & NAVIGATION)
9.1 RADIO EQUIPMENT 9.1.1 Every vessel should be capable of maintaining an effective radio watch, including communication, transmission and reception of distress...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels Chapter 10 - (CREW ACCOMMODATION)
10.1 ACCOMMODATION 10.1.1 Vessel Requirements Note: Sections 10.1.1.1 to 10.1.1.8 inclusive apply to all vessels constructed on or after 23 November 1995...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels - Chapter 11 (CLEAN SEAS)
11.1 CLEAN SEAS 11.1.1 All vessels should comply with international, national, regional and local requirements for the prevention of marine pollution that...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels Annex 1
UNITED KINGDOM OF GREAT BRITAIN AND NORTHERN IRELAND UNITED KINGDOM FISHING VESSEL CERTIFICATE
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels Annex 2
ANNUAL SELF-CERTIFICATION UNDER THE CODE OF SAFE WORKING PRACTICE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND USE OF 15 M (LOA) TO LESS THAN 24 M (L) FISHING VESSELS
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1770 (F)MCAThe Fishing Vessels Code of Safe Working Practice for the Construction and Use of 15 metre length overall (LOA) to less than 24 metre registered length (L) Fishing Vessels Annex 3
INFORMATION AS TO STABILITY OF FISHING VESSELS The book to be kept on board the vessel pursuant to the requirements of this Code, should contain the following...
Jun 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 214 (M)Training and Certification Guidance - Part 4 Certificates of Competency - Radio Personnel
May 2002Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 199 (M)MCAPDFDangers of interaction
This note draws attention to the effects of hydrodynamic interaction on vessel manoeuvrability and describes some incidents which illustrate the dangers.
Apr 2002Navigation Safety
MGN 209 (M)MCAPDFTraining and Certification Guidance ? PART 15 Certification of Inshore Tug Personnel
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2002Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 215 (M+F)MCAPDFNew Carriage Requirements for Emergency Escape Breathing Devices
The purpose of this MGN is to advise owners and operators of the need for ships to carry Emergency Escape Breathing Devices. This will follow the introduction...
Mar 2002Shipping Safety
MGN 218 (M)MCAPDFThames Safety Inquiry Recommendation 27.2 Standards for New and Existing Ships
Summary This note contains MCAs policy statement on the development of standards in new safety regulations for new and existing ships.
Feb 2002Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 217 (M)MCAPDFIn-Water Surveys
This Notice provides guidance on the conduct of In-Water Survey (IWS) inspection of the ships bottom in lieu of inspection out of the water. It specifies which...
Jan 2002Survey
MSN 1763 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 2001
Summary The purpose of this Merchant Shipping Notice is to specify the requirements for safety and/or health signs and signals at work arising from the implementation...
Jan 2002Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 210 (M)MCAPDFADVICE ON THE DANGERS OF FLOODING OF FORWARD COMPARTMENTS
This MGN draws attention to precautionary measures against dangers through flooding of forward compartments. Key Points The principal advice is aimed at masters,...
Dec 2001Shipping Safety
MGN 198 (M)MCAPDFSafety at Solid Bulk Cargo Terminals
This Marine Guidance Note draws attention to the obligations and responsibilities placed upon Terminal Operators involved in the loading and unloading of solid...
Nov 2001Environmental Quality
MGN 211 (M)MCAPDFFATIGUE: DUTIES OF OWNERS AND OPERATORS UNDER MERCHANT SHIPPING LEGISLATION
The purpose of this Marine Guidance Note is to remind owners and operators of their responsibility for ensuring that masters and crews are adequately rested...
Nov 2001Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1715 (M)MCAPDFSubdivision and Damage Stability of Cargo Ships of 80m in Length and Over - Contents
This Notice advises all Shipbuilders, Shipowners, Shiprepairers, Naval Architects, Masters and Officers of subdivision and damage stability of cargo ships of...
Nov 2001Shipping Safety
MSN 1715 (M)MCAPDFSubdivision and Damage Stability of Cargo Ships of 80m in Length and Over, PART 1
Requirements for subdivision and damage stability for cargo ships, using the probabilistic method; categories of ship to which these requirements apply; and formulae...
Nov 2001Shipping Safety
MSN 1715 (M)MCAPDFSubdivision and Damage Stability of Cargo Ships of 80m in Length and Over. PART 2
Cargo Ships 80m length and over Requirements for subdivision and damage stability for cargo ships, using the probabilistic method; categories of ship to which...
Nov 2001Shipping Safety
MSN 1715 (M)MCAPDFSubdivision and Damage Stability of Cargo Ships of 80m in Length and Over - Amendment 1
Amendment to MSN 1715
Nov 2001Shipping Safety
MGN 197 (M+F)MCAPDFImplementation of Council Directive 96/29 EURATOM
This Marine Guidance Note draws attention to the obligations under several statutory regulations to ensure compliance with Council Directive 96/29 Euratom of...
Oct 2001Environmental Quality
MGN 147 (M+F)MCAPDFTraining in First Aid and Medical Care for Fishing Vessel Personnel, Boatmaster?s Licence Holders and Small Commercial Vessel Personnel (Not covered by the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers as amended in 1995 (STCW95))
This Notice sets out the details of the approved courses in first aid and/or medical training for those who need to satisfy the requirements of various UK regulations...
Sep 2001Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 158 (M)MCAPDFSafety Management Code For Domestic Passenger Ships of Classes III ? VI (A)
This note provides guidance to owners and operators of Domestic Passenger Ships on how to comply with the requirements of the Safety Management Code for Domestic...
Jul 2001Shipping Safety
MGN 165 (F)MCAPDFFishing Vessels: The Risk of Flooding
This notice: 1. provides guidance on bilge systems, during construction and operation, to help reduce the number of vessels and lives lost as a result of flooding;...
Jul 2001Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 176 (M)MCAPDFMerchant Shipping (Life Saving Appliances) (Amendment) Regulations 2001
The purpose of this Marine Guidance Note is to alert owners and operators to the publication of the Merchant Shipping (Life Saving Appliances (Amendment) Regulations...
Jul 2001Shipping Safety
MGN 190 (F)MCAPDFFishing Vessels: The Premature Failure of Copper Pipes in Engine Cooling Water Systems
This Note updates and replaces Merchant Shipping Notice No. M.631 regarding the corrosion copper pipes in engine cooling water systems.
Jul 2001Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 193 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Effects of Alcohol or Drugs on Survival at Sea
This Guidance Note draws attention to the risks associated with the consumption of alcohol and the abuse of drugs in relation to the chances of survival at...
Jul 2001Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1754 (M)MCAPDFSafety Management Code for Domestic Passenger Ships of Classes III - VI (A)
This notice sets out the instructions regarding safety management of domestic passenger ships of classes III VI (A). Key points: The code is based on general...
Jul 2001Shipping Safety
MSN 1757 (M)MCAPDFMerchant Shipping (Life Saving Appliances for Ships of Classes III to VI(A)) (Amendment) Regulations 2001
The purpose of this Merchant Shipping Notice is to specify - the requirements for emergency communications equipment on Class V vessels, in support of the Merchant...
Jul 2001Shipping Safety
MGN 189 (F)Fishing Vessels: Escape Routes
Jun 2001Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 177 (M+F)MCAPDFAccidents Involving Electrical Test Equipment
This Guidance Note draws attention to the hazards arising from testing electrical circuits and particularly the use of unsuitable or poorly maintained electrical...
Apr 2001Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 178 (M+F)MCAPDFMarket Surveillance of Marine Equipment
This Guidance Note gives advice to those concerned with the purchase and inspection of marine equipment, which is wheelmarked as a result of the Marine Equipment...
Mar 2001Shipping Safety
MGN 156 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE ? PART 17: Certificates of competency or Marine Engine Operator Licences for service as an Engineer Officer on commercially and privately operated yachts and sail training vessels.
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is Part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Feb 2001Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 168 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Marking of Seismic Streamers
Seismic streamers that are being towed represent a potential hazzard to navigation and should be marked with tail buoys. The attachment of radar transponders...
Feb 2001Navigation Safety
MGN 171 (M)MCAPDFMandatory Surveys for Ro-Ro and High Speed Passenger Craft
These regulations relate to ro-ro passenger vessels and high speed craft operating ferry services within the EU and to new safety inspection requirements. The...
Feb 2001Survey
MGN 175 (M+F)MCAPDFHealth and Safety Regulations for Ships: Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessel (Health and Safety at Work) (Amendment) Regulations
The purpose of this Marine Guidance Note is to explain the above amending regulations on health and safety, as they affect seafarers and their employers.
Feb 2001Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1643 (M)MCAPDFMARPOL 1 Notice to Shipowners, Masters, Certifying Authorities and Surveyors
Schedule 1: Protective location of ballast spaces Schedule 2: Standard dimension of flanges for discharge connections Schedule 3: Specifications in the design,...
Feb 2001Environmental Quality
MSN 1643 (M)MCAPDFMARPOL 1 Notice to Shipowners, Masters, Certifying Authorities and Surveyors - Amendment 1
New requirements specifying intact stability criteria for tankers of 5,000 tons deadweight or over,ordered after 1st February 1999, have been introduced by...
Feb 2001Environmental Quality
MGN 164 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE ? PART 18: STCW 95 Certificates of Competency Conversion of Tonnage Limitations ? GRT TO GT
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is Part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Jan 2001Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 161 (M+F)MCAPDFSearch and Rescue Helicopter Hi-Line Technique
...
Oct 2000Search and Rescue
MSN 1747 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Passenger Ships on Domestic Voyages) Regulations 2000
This Statutory notice sets out the sea areas around the United Kingdom as is required by Article 4.2 of Council Directive 98/18/EC of 17 March 1998 on Safety...
Oct 2000Shipping Safety
MGN 157 (M)MCAPDFSafety of Personnel During Container Securing Operations and while Working at Corrugated Bulkheads in General Cargo Ships
This Marine Guidance Note draws attention to two Circulars issued by IMOs Maritime Safety Committee on the Safety of Personnel during Container Securing Operations...
Sep 2000Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1752 (M)The Merchant Shipping (Load Line) Regulations 1998, as Amended by the Merchant Shipping (Load Line) (Amendment) Regulations 2000
Sep 2000Shipping Safety
MGN 145 (M)MCAPDFUnsafe Shipments of Gas Cylinders in Freight Containers
Several shipments of gas cylinders have been found to have been transported within freight containers in an unsafe manner and in contravention of the Merchant...
Jul 2000Environmental Quality
MGN 146 (M)MCAPDFThe Carriage of Packaged Cargo and Cargo Units
This Marine Guidance Note draws attention to the Cargo Securing Manual required by the Merchant Shipping (Carriage of Cargoes) Regulations 1999 for packaged...
Jul 2000Environmental Quality
MSN 1751 (M+F)MCAPDFHarmonised System of Survey and Certification (HSSC)
This Merchant Shipping Notice provides background and necessary detail to accompany the Merchant Shipping (Survey and Certification) (Amendment) Regulations...
Jun 2000Survey
MGN 137 (M+F)MCAPDFLook-out During Periods of Darkness and Restricted Visibility
This Note is a reminder to all UK ships wherever they may be and other ships operating in UK territorial waters, of the legal requirements for keeping a proper...
May 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 148 (M)MCAPDFApproval of Crew Agreements ? Merchant Ships
This Note gives advice on Crew Agreements incorporating changes arising from the UK implementation of STCW 95
May 2000Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 149 (M)MCAPDFApproval of Crew Agreements ? Yachts
This Note gives advice on the Crew Agreement requirements for private pleasure yachts and commercially operated yachts, including motor yachts.
May 2000Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 7 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE - PART 7: Alternative certification - dual certification
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 8 (M)Training and Certification Guidance - Part 8 Education and Training Schemes
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 9 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE - PART 9: Procedure for the Issue and Revalidation of Certificates of Competency, Marine Engine Operator Licences and Tanker Endorsements
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 69 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE ? PART 11: Conduct of MCA Oral Examinations
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 91 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE ? PART 1: Certificates of Competency ? General Requirements for Certification and Medical Fitness
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 92 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE ? PART 2: Certificates of Competency ? Deck Department
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 93 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE - PART 3: Certificates of Competency - Engine Department
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 95 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE ? PART 5: Special Training Requirements for Personnel on Certain Types of Ship
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 96 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE - PART 6: Emergency, Occupational Safety, Medical Care and Survival Functions
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 97 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE ? PART 10: Ratings
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 120 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE ? PART 12: Safety Training for Concessionaires Working on Passenger Ships
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 121 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE ? PART 13: Use of Fishing Vessel Certificates of Competency in Standby, Seismic Survey and Oceanographic Research Vessels ? Revised Arrangements
This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations...
Apr 2000Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 144 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Additional Safety Measures for Bulk Carriers) Regulations 1999 (SI 1999/1644)
This MGN draws attention to the Merchant Shipping (Additional Safety Measures for Bulk Carriers) Regulations 1999 which came into force on 1st July 1999. Key...
Apr 2000Shipping Safety
MGN 141 (M)MCAPDFEquivalent Arrangements for the Carriage of Man Overboard Smoke Signals and Parachute Flares on Certain Class VI Passenger Vessels
The purpose of this Note is to offer the owners of certain Class VI passenger vessels an alternative arrangement for the carriage of man-overboard smoke signals...
Mar 2000Shipping Safety
MGN 134 (M+F)MCAPDFIssue of Discharge Books to UK Seafarers - Changes to Catergories of Eligible Seafarers
This Marine Guidance Note sets out details of changes to the regulations governing the issue of UK Discharge Books which, in certain circumstances will permit...
Jan 2000Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 136 (M+F)MCAPDFChanges to the amounts that may be deducted from Seafarers? Wages in respect of breaches of obligations under a Crew Agreement
This Marine Guidance Note sets out details of changes to the regulations governing the maximum amounts that may be deducted from seafarers wages to cover expenses...
Jan 2000Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 142 (M+F)MARPOL 73/78 - Annex VI: Control of Emission of Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) from Marine Diesel Engines
Jan 2000Environmental Quality
MGN 77 (M+F)MCAPDFInstructions for Action in Survival Craft
This Note advises all Shipowners, Masters, Officers, Ratings, Manufacturers of Liferafts and Lifeboat Builders of the IMO resolution on instructions for action...
Dec 1999Shipping Safety
MGN 77 (M+F)MCAPDFInstructions for Action in Survival Craft
Amendment to MGN 077 (M+F)
Dec 1999Shipping Safety
MGN 83 (M)MCAPDFGuidelines and Specifications for Hyperbaric Evacuation Systems
This Note advises all Shipowners, Masters and Diving Contractors of the guidelines and specifications of hyperbaric evacuation systems to be provided for the...
Dec 1999Shipping Safety
MGN 83 (M)MCAPDFGuidelines and Specifications for Hyperbaric Evacuation Systems
Amendment to MGN 083
Dec 1999Shipping Safety
MGN 132 (M+F)MCAPDFElectrical Equipment, Maintenance and Incidents
This Marine Guidance Notice is to draw attention to incidents involving electrical equipment, maintenance responsibilities and the use of thermographic imaging...
Dec 1999Shipping Safety
MGN 123 (M+F)MCAPDFCertificates of Discharge
This Marine Guidance Note announces the discontinuation of the printing and supply of Certificates of Discharge by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and the...
Nov 1999Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1745 (M+F)MCAPDFSeafarer Vision Test: Deck/Dual Career Personnel - Merchant Navy and Fishing Vessels
This Notice sets out the statutory visual acuity and colour vision standards for seafarers and explains the arrangements for the test to be taken at Opticians...
Nov 1999Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 35 (M+F)MCAPDFACCIDENTS WHEN USING POWER OPERATED WATERTIGHT DOORS
This Note sets out guidance regarding the safe use of power operated watertight doors. Procedure when passing through power operated watertight doors. Procedures...
Oct 1999Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 71 (M)MCAPDFMusters, drills, on-board training and instructions, and Decision Support Systems
This note and annex provides guidance to the relevant requirements in the Regulations listed in paragraph 1 in respect of: muster lists, the holding of musters...
Oct 1999Shipping Safety
MGN 78 (M+F)MCAPDFLaunching Crews for Lifeboats, Rescue Boats, Class C Boats, Inflatable Boats and Other Boats
This Note advises all Shipowners, Masters, Officers and Seamen of Merchant Ships, and Owners, Skippers, Mates and Crews of Fishing Vessels of the correct number...
Aug 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1671 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Cargo Ship Construction) Regulations 1997: Schedules
In this Merchant Shipping Notice – (1) a reference to a numbered paragraph is, unless otherwise stated, a reference to the paragraph of that number in the...
Aug 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1671 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Cargo Ship Construction) Regulations 1997: Schedules - Amendment 1
Due to the unforeseen delay in publication of United Kingdom legislation which is referred to in Merchant Shipping Notice MSN 1671 (M), the following amendments...
Aug 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1671 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Cargo Ship Construction) (Amendment) Regulations 1999 - Amendment 2
This Notice amends Merchant Shipping Notice MSN 1671 (M), which is an integral part of the Merchant Shipping (Cargo Ship Construction) Regulations 1997.
Aug 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1677 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Life-Saving Appliances for Ships Other Than Ships of Classes III to VI(A)) Regulations 1999
This Notice advises all Shipowners, Certifying Authorities, Shipbuilders, Shiprepairers, Ship Masters and Surveyors of the new 1999 Life-Saving Appliances Regulations,...
Aug 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1731 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 1999
This Merchant Shipping Notice is an integral part of the Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Personal Protective Equipment) Regulations 1999. Notice to employers...
Aug 1999Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 112 (M+F)MCAPDFNew and Expectant Mothers: Merchant Shipping and Fishing Vessels (Health and Safety at Work) Regulations 1997 and Merchant Shipping (Medical Examinations) Regulations 1983
...
Jul 1999Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1722 (M+F)MCAPDFGuidelines for Training Crews for the Purpose of Launching Lifeboats and Rescue Boats from Ships Making Headway through the Water
This Merchant Shipping Notice is an integral part of the Merchant Shipping (Musters, Training and Decision Support System) Regulations 1999. It supersedes Merchant...
Jul 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1734 (M+F)Type Approval of Marine Equipment (EC Notified Bodies)
Jul 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1735 (M+F)Type Approval of Marine Equipment (U.K Nominated Bodies)
Jul 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1740 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING AND CERTIFICATION OF OFFICERS AND CREW ON HIGH SPEED CRAFT
...
Jul 1999Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 111 (M+F)MCAPDFMaintenance of Lists of Crew Ashore
This Note advises all owners and masters of merchant vessels and owners and skippers of Fishing Vessels of their obligations to maintain a copy of every list...
Jun 1999Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 76 (M)MCAPDFLifejackets carried on Passenger Ships
The statutory requirements for the stowage of lifejackets on passenger ships of Classes I, II and II(A) are contained in the Merchant Shipping (Life-Saving...
Apr 1999Shipping Safety
MGN 106 (M+F)MCAPDFNATURAL & SYNTHETIC FIBRE CORDAGE FOR LIFESAVING APPLIANCES
This Note advises all Shipowners, Masters, Officers and Seamen of required standards for natural and synthetic fibre (polypropylene, polyester, polyamide) rope...
Apr 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1676 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Life-Saving Appliances for Ships Other Than Ships of Classes III to VI(A)) Regulations 1999
This Notice advises all Shipowners, Shipbuilders, Ship Repairers, Ship Masters, Certifying Authorities and Surveyors of the new 1999 Life-Saving Appliances...
Apr 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1733 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) (Amendment) Regulations 1999
This Notice advises about amendments to The Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection: Large Ships) Regulations 1998, The Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection: Small...
Apr 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1737 (M)MCAPDFHelicopter Emergency Landing Areas
This Notice advises of the new Helicopter Emergency Landing Areas required by the 1999 Life-Saving Appliance Regulations, and forms an integral part of the...
Apr 1999Shipping Safety
MGN 105 (M+F)MCAPDFUse and Fitting of Retro-Reflective Material on Life-Saving Appliances
This Note advises of the requirements for fitting of retro-reflective material on certain life-saving appliances. This Note forms an integral part of the Merchant...
Mar 1999Shipping Safety
MGN 107 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Carriage of Cargoes) Regulations 1999
This Marine Guidance Note draws attention to the Merchant Shipping (Carriage of Cargoes) Regulations 1999 which replace the Merchant Shipping (Carriage of Cargoes)...
Mar 1999Environmental Quality
MSN 1715 (M)Subdivision and Damage Stability of Cargo Ships of 80m in Length and Over
Mar 1999Shipping Safety
MGN 108 (M)MCAPDFHull Stress Monitoring Systems
Recommendation for the fitting of hull stress monitoring systems on bulk carriers of 20,000 dwt and above. Arrangements for type approval of hull stress monitoring...
Feb 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1699 (M)The Merchant Shipping (Passenger Ship Construction: Ships of Classes I, II and II(A)) Regulations 1998
Feb 1999Shipping Safety
MSN 1698 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Passenger Ship Construction: Ships of Classes I, II and II(A)) Regulations 1998
This Notice advises all Shipowners, Shipbuilders, Ship Repairers, Ship Masters, Certifying Authorities and Surveyors of the new 1998 Passenger Ship Construction...
Dec 1998Shipping Safety
MGN 90 (M+F)MCAPDFImplementation of EC Directive 90/269/EC MERCHANT SHIPPING AND FISHING VESSELS (MANUAL HANDLING OPERATIONS) REGULATIONS 1998
This Marine Guidance Note gives advice on new regulations regarding manual handling at work. It contains guidance on the factors affecting the risks from manual...
Nov 1998Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 34 (M+F)MCAPDFLIFEBOAT ENGINES AND OTHER COMPRESSION IGNITION ENGINES USED IN AN EMERGENCY
This Note advises of the importance of selecting fuel and lubricating oils for emergency engines which will not be adversely affected should the ship sail in...
Oct 1998Shipping Safety
MSN 1714 (M)MCAPDFStandards of Performance of Radio Equipment required by the Merchant Shipping (Radio Installations) Regulations 1998
This Notice specifies the performance standard for radio equipment required to be fitted to ships.
Oct 1998Navigation Safety
MGN 83 (M)Guidelines and Specifications for Hyperbaric Evacuation Systems
Sep 1998Shipping Safety
MGN 88 (M+F)MCAPDFImplementation of EC Directive 94/33 MERCHANT SHIPPING AND FISHING VESSELS (HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK) (EMPLOYMENT OF YOUNG PERSONS) REGULATIONS 1998
This Marine Guidance Note gives advice on new regulations for the occupational health and safety of young workers at work. It contains guidance on specific...
Sep 1998Seafarer Health and Safety
MGN 77 (M+F)Instructions for Action in Survival Craft
Aug 1998Shipping Safety
MGN 79 (M+F)MCAPDFSafety Equipment and Pollution Prevention Equipment Carried in Excess of Statutory Requirements
This Note advises all Shipowners and Shipmasters, Owners and Skippers of Fishing Vessels of their obligations in respect of proper maintenance of equipment...
Aug 1998Shipping Safety
MGN 81 (M+F)MCAPDFGuidelines for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water to Minimize the Transfer of Harmful Aquatic Organisms and Pathogens
This guidance note draws attention to the recently published International Maritime Organization (IMO) Guidelines for the Control and Management of Ships Ballast...
Aug 1998Environmental Quality
MGN 86 (M)MCAPDFRecommendations on the safe use of pesticides in ships
The purpose of this guidance note is to advise on: (1) the importance of safe and proper procedures when pesticides are used on board ships; (2) the appropriate...
Aug 1998Environmental Quality
MSN 1718 (M)MCAPDFThe safe use of pesticides in ships
The purpose of this Merchant Shipping Notice under the Merchant Shipping (Carriage of Cargoes) Regulations 1997 is to specify: (1) The requirements for the...
Aug 1998Environmental Quality
MGN 70 (M)MCAPDFGuidelines on the allocation of responsibilities to seek the successful resolution of stowaway cases
This note reminds seafarers of the continuing need for vigilence against stowaways and provides practical advice on procedures to follow if a stowaway is found...
Jul 1998Maritime Security
MSN 1717 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Gas Carriers) Regulations 1994 Amendments to the IGC Code
This Merchant Shipping Notice specifies the amendments to the IGC Code due to enter into force on 1 July 1998 for the purpose of the Merchant Shipping (Gas...
May 1998Environmental Quality
MGN 21 (M)MCAPDFRo-Ro Ships - The Carriage of Dangerous Goods in ships with ro-ro cargo spaces
This guidance provides clarification as to the category or status of, and separation between, ro-ro cargo spaces for the stowage of dangerous goods. The categories...
Apr 1998Environmental Quality
MGN 38 (M+F)MCAPDFContamination of Ships’ Air Conditioning Systems by Legionella Bacteria
This note warns against the risk of Legionnaires Disease being transmitted to humans via air conditioning plants. The Guidance Note identifies main danger...
Apr 1998Inspection
MGN 40 (M)MCAPDFInternational Safety Management (ISM) Code - MGN 40
Summary This note informs ship operators and crews about the ISM Code. Key Points: • Introduction of new Merchant Shipping Regulations. • Brief introduction...
Apr 1998MSAS(D)
MSN 40 (M)International Safety Management (ISM) Code
Apr 1998MSAS(D)
MGN 20 (M+F)MCAPDFImplementation of EC Directive 89/391 MERCHANT SHIPPING AND FISHING VESSELS (HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK) REGULATIONS 1997
This Marine Guidance Note announces new regulations governing occupational health and safety on board merchant and fishing vessels, and gives guidance on the...
Mar 1998Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1665 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 1998: Fire fighting equipment
This Notice advises all Shipowners, Shipbuilders, Masters, Certifying Authorities and Surveyors of the new 1998 Fire Protection Regulations for fire fighting...
Mar 1998Shipping Safety
MSN 1666 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 1998: Fixed fire detection alarm and extinguishing systems
This Notice advises all Shipowners, Shipbuilders, Masters, Certifying Authorities and Surveyors of the new 1998 Fire Protection Regulations for fixed fire detection...
Mar 1998Shipping Safety
MSN 1667 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 1998: Passenger ships: Fire integrity of bulkheads, decks and ventilation duct
This Notice advises all Shipowners, Shipbuilders, Masters, Certifying Authorities and Surveyors of the new 1998 Fire Protection Regulations for fire integrity...
Mar 1998Shipping Safety
MSN 1668 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 1998: Fire integrity of bulkheads, decks and ventilation ducting
This Notice advises all Shipowners, Shipbuilders, Masters, Certifying Authorities and Surveyors of the new 1998 Fire Protection Regulations for fire integrity...
Mar 1998Shipping Safety
MSN 1669 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 1998: Special fire safety measures for ships carrying dangerous goods
This Notice advises all Shipowners, Shipbuilders, Masters, Certifying Authorities and Surveyors of the new 1998 Fire Protection Regulations for special fire...
Mar 1998Shipping Safety
MSN 1670 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection) Regulations 1998: Exemptions
This Notice advises all Shipowners, Shipbuilders, Masters, Certifying Authorities and Surveyors of the new 1998 Fire Protection Regulations exemptions.
Mar 1998Shipping Safety
MGN 59 (M)MCAPDFSpecial Requirements for the Transport of Heated Liquids and Powdery or Granulated Materials in Portable Tanks
This note provides guidance on the carriage of heated liquids and powdery or granulated materials in portable tanks and draws attention to the provisions in...
Feb 1998Environmental Quality
MGN 60 (M)MCAPDFCode of Safe Practice for Solid Bulk Cargoes (BC Code) : 1996 Amendment Carriage of Coal Cargoes
This Marine Guidance Note draws attention to the important changes to the provisions on the carriage of coal cargoes in the 1996 amendment of the BC Code
Feb 1998Environmental Quality
MSN 1711 (M+F)MCAPDFCOMPULSORY INSURANCE FOR SHIPS RECEIVING TRANS-SHIPPED FISH
This notice: specifies the forms of insurance and security satisfying the requirement of the Regulations; specifies the format of documentary evidence of compliance...
Feb 1998Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 52 (M+F)MCAPDFTesting of Emergency Sources of Electrical Power
Investigation into marine casualties has indicated that a number of incidents have occurred in which the emergency source of electrical power has not operated...
Jan 1998Shipping Safety
MSN 1704 (M+F)MCAPDFCARRIAGE OF FIREARMS ON BOARD SHIPS - Changes resulting from the Firearms (Amendment) Act 1997 and the Firearms (Amendment) (No. 2) Act 1997
CARRIAGE OF FIREARMS ON BOARD SHIPS Changes resulting from the Firearms (Amendment) Act 1997 and the Firearms (Amendment) (No. 2) Act 1997
Jan 1998Maritime Security
MGN 50 (M)MCAPDFManning of Pilot Boats
Following the death of a pilot in July 1990, the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) recommended that all pilot boats should be manned with a minimum...
Dec 1997Seafarer Training and Certification
MGN 36 (M)MCAPDFDocument of Compliance for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods in Packaged or Dry Bulk Form
Regulation 22 of the Merchant Shipping (Dangerous Goods and Marine Pollutants) Regulations 1997[1] and Regulation 143 of the Merchant Shipping (Fire Protection)...
Oct 1997Environmental Quality
MGN 37 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Dangerous Goods and Marine Pollutants) Regulations 1997
The Merchant Shipping (Dangerous Goods and Marine Pollutants) Regulations 1997 come into force on 1st November 1997[1]. These Regulations implement Chapter...
Oct 1997Environmental Quality
MSN 1705 (M)MCAPDFPortable Tanks, Road Tank Vehicles and Rail Tank Wagons for the Carriage by Sea of Liquid Dangerous Goods and Liquefied Gases
This Merchant Shipping Notice is an integral part of the Merchant Shipping (Dangerous Goods and Marine Pollutants) Regulations 19971. It replaces Merchant Shipping...
Oct 1997Environmental Quality
MSN 1706 (M)MCAPDFThe Carriage of Military and Commercial Explosives - Amendment 1
*Amendment to MSN 1706* This Merchant Shipping Notice is an integral part of the Merchant Shipping (Dangerous Goods and Marine Pollutant) Regulations 1997....
Oct 1997Environmental Quality
MSN 1690 (M)MCAPDFServiceability and Maintenance Requirements of Radio Equipment under the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)
This Notice sets out the requirements for ensuring the availability of radio equipment on vessels entering the GMDSS as provided by Regulation 15(6) of the...
Sep 1997Navigation Safety
MSN 1693 (M)MCAPDFPerformance specifications required by the Merchant Shipping (Radio Installations) Regulations 1980
This Merchant Shipping Notice is an integral part of the Merchant Shipping (Radio Installations) Regulations 1992. It supersedes Merchant Shipping Notices M.928,...
Sep 1997Navigation Safety
MGN 33 (M+F)MCAPDFSewage Systems on Ships: Associated Hazards, Installation and Maintenance
This Guidance Note draws attention to the hazards that can arise from unsatisfactory designs of sewage systems and from the maintenance and operation on board...
Aug 1997Environmental Quality
MGN 26 (M)MCAPDFHigh Speed Craft Training - Further Guidance on Course Approval and Certification
The UK has implemented the revised SOLAS High Speed Craft Code which requires, amongst other things, that all crew members on high speed craft (HSC), constructed...
Jul 1997Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1671 (M)The Merchant Shipping (Cargo Ship Construction) Regulations 1997: Schedules
Jul 1997Shipping Safety
MGN 12 (F)MCAPDFFishing Vessels Operating in Submarine Exercise Areas
Amendment to MGN 012
Jun 1997Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MGN 12 (F)MCAPDFFishing vessels operating in submarine exercise areas
This Marine Guidance Note describes measures implemented by the Royal Navy to minimise the risk to fishing vessels operating in areas of submarine activity....
Jun 1997Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1671 (M)The Merchant Shipping (Cargo Ship Construction) Regulations 1997: Schedules
Mar 1997Shipping Safety
MSN 1703 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Dangerous or Noxious Liquid Substances) Regulations 1996
In this Merchant Shipping Notice - a reference to a numbered regulation is, unless otherwise stated, a reference to the regulation of that number in the Merchant...
Feb 1997Environmental Quality
MSN 1672 (M+F)The Merchant Shipping (Ship Inspection and Survey Organisations) Regulations 1996
Dec 1996Survey
MSN 1678 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Special Waste Regulations 1996
The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships 1973 as modified by the Protocol of 1978 (MARPOL 73/78) does not cover details for the...
Nov 1996Environmental Quality
MSN 1675 (M+F)MCAPDFMerchant Shipping (Registration, etc) Act 1993 Instructions to Surveyors Tonnage Measurement of Ships Revised Chapter 11 -Registration
Notice to Shipowners, Masters, Port and Harbour Authorities, Owners and Skippers of Fishing Vessels, Owners and Skippers of Yachts, Shipbuilders and Ship Repairers,...
Oct 1996Registry of Seaman and Shipping
MSN 1643 (M)MARPOL 1 Notice to Ship-owners, Masters, Certifying Authorities and Surveyors
Sep 1996Environmental Quality
MSN 1663 (M)MCAPDFVessels Engaged in Oil Recovery
This M Notice is to advise that the Marine Safety Agency (MSA) in consultation with shipowners and industry has carried out a review of Merchant Shipping Notice...
Mar 1996Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1634 (M+F)MCAPDFCertificates of Competency, Licences & Vocational Certificates
In the past, every Department of Transport Certificate of Competency (for Deck or Engineer Officer), Licence (for Marine Engine Operator) and vocational Certificate...
Sep 1995Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1627 (M+F)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Ships’ Doctors) Regulations 1995
This notice should be read in conjunction with the above-mentioned Regulations. 1. The United Kingdom Government has revised the requirements for ships doctors...
Aug 1995Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1613 (M+F)MCAPDFMerchant Shipping (Survey and Certification) Regulations 1995, Arbitration Procedure
The Merchant Shipping (Survey and Certification) Regulations 1995, which entered into force on 1 June 1995, replaced the provisions for appeal to a Court of...
Mar 1995Survey
MSN 1579 (M)MCAPDFMinimum Training Requirements for Personnel Nominated to Assist Passengers in Emergency Situations
On 4 November 1993, the 18th Assembly of the International Maritime Organisation adopted Resolution A770 (18) on the subject of minimum training requirements...
Nov 1994Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1589 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (IBC Code) (Amendment) Regulations 1994; The Merchant Shipping (BCH Code) (Amendment) Regulations 1994; The Merchant Shipping (Control of Pollution by Noxious Liquid Substances in Bulk) (Amendment) Regulations 1994
The above regulations apply to all ships carrying hazardous cargoes and they control the loading, carriage, markings, unloading, discharge of residues and tank...
Oct 1994Environmental Quality
MSN 1577 (M+F)MCAPDFEXTENSION OF STRICT LIABILITY OF SHIPOWNERS FOR OIL POLLUTION DAMAGE
Notice to owners of all vessels
Sep 1994Environmental Quality
MSN 1560 (F)MCAPDFSurvival at Sea
Courses of training in Basic Sea Survival techniques in line with Resolution 19 adopted by the conference on Training and Certification of Seafarers 1978, have...
Apr 1994Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1557 (M+F)MCAPDFElectrical Installations in Small Craft Fire Risks
In a number of cases where fires in small craft have been reported to the Department, the original cause is thought to have been electrical. It is considered...
Feb 1994Shipping Safety
MSN 1520 (M)MCAPDFProvision of Product Data Sheets
The purpose of this notice is to remind Owners, Agents and Masters of ships of their duty to ensure that product data sheets are provided by the suppliers of...
Mar 1993Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1521 (M+F)MCAPDFPossible Hazards to Seamen from Oils Used on
The purpose of this notice is to draw the attention of Owners, Masters and Crews to the health hazards which may arise from contact with some of the range of different...
Mar 1993Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1522 (M+F)MCAPDFLife-Saving Appliances - The Provision of Rescue Boats on Ships Fitted with Free Fall Lifeboats
The Merchant Shipping (Life-Saving Appliances) Regulations 1986 (SI 1986 No. 1066) allow the fitting of free fall totally enclosed lifeboats on ships of Class...
Oct 1992Shipping Safety
MSN 1482 (M)MCAPDFCertificates of Competency as Ships? Cooks
All United Kingdom ships of 1,000 gross tons or over (except pleasure craft or fishing vessels) which trade outside the Near Continental Trading Area are required...
Feb 1992Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1467 (F)MCAPDFEmergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons, Float Free Arrangements for Liferafts and Lifejackets on Fishing Vessels
The Fishing Vessels (Life-Saving Appliances) Regs were made on the 18 January 1988.These Regulations give effect to the provisions of the Safety at Sea Act...
Sep 1991Shipping Safety
MSN 1458 (M+F)MCAPDFOffshore Support Vessels
All ships carrying hazardous and noxious liquid chemicals in bulk are subject to the Merchant Shipping (Control of Pollution by Noxious Liquid Substances in...
Jun 1991Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1386 (M)MCAPDFEmergency Information for Passengers on Passenger Ships of Classes Ill, IV, V, VI AND VI(A)
The content of passenger emergency instructions notices and announcements will depend on the size and type of ship concerned.
Apr 1990Shipping Safety
MSN 1409 (M)MCAPDFEmergency Information for Passengers
The first purpose of this Notice is to draw the attention of all concerned to the relevant statutory requirements on this subject and to make specific recommendations...
Apr 1990Shipping Safety
MSN 1405 (M)MCAPDFAuxiliary Boilers on Board United Kingdom Registered Ships
Recently three serious auxiliary boiler explosions have been reported to the Department and in two cases there was loss of life.
Jan 1990Shipping Safety
MSN 1393 (M)MCAPDFWeighing of Goods Vehicles and Other Cargo for Class II and Class II(A) Ro/Ro Passenger Ship Operations
The purpose of the principal Regulations is to require owners of UK ro/ro passenger ships operating on Class II and II(A) certificates to ensure that all goods...
Nov 1989Shipping Safety
MSN 1391 (M)MCAPDFOFFICIAL LOG BOOKS
Notice to Shipowners, Masters and Officers of Ro-Ro Passenger Ships. This notice gives guidance on the recording of draughts, freeboard and stability required...
Sep 1989Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1367 (F)Fishermen's Safety Training
Feb 1989Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1359 (M)MCAPDFEMERGENCY EQUIPMENT LOCKERS FOR RO/RO PASSENGER SHIPS
This Merchant Shipping notice contains guidance on the lockers and emergency equipment required
Nov 1988Shipping Safety
MSN 1334 (M)MCAPDFMULTI-ENGINED PROPULSION MACHINERY INSTALLATIONS
In a recent incident a twin screw passenger and vehicle ferry was immobilised for some time after damage to one main engine resulted in a loss of cooling water...
Jun 1988Shipping Safety
MSN 1328 (M+F)MCAPDFSMALL VESSELS' NAVIGATION AND RADAR TRAINING COURSE
A number of Inquiries into the circumstances surrounding collisions or strandings of small vessels revealed that, in a number of instances, misuse of electronic...
May 1988Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1314 (F)MCAPDFGUIDE TO THE FISHING INDUSTRY ON DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY LAW TO BE MAINTAINED
This guide is one of three which have been designed principally to help owners and skippers of fishing vessels to deal with the official documents which are...
Feb 1988Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1303 (F)MCAPDFGUIDE TO THE FISHING INDUSTRY ON DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY LAW TO BE MAINTAINED
This guide is one of three which have been designed principally to help owners and skippers of fishing vessels to deal with the official documents which are...
Jan 1988Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1300 (M)MCAPDFSAFETY OF SUBMERSIBLE CRAFT
The Regulations which came into force on 1 October 1987 impose operational safety requirements and provide for the reporting of casualties and other accidents...
Nov 1987Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1290 (M+F)MCAPDFOFFSHORE INSTALLATIONS - OBSERVANCE OF SAFETY ZONES
The attention of mariners is drawn to the 500 metre safety zones established around offshore oil and gas installations on the United Kingdom Continental Shelf....
Sep 1987Navigation Safety
MSN 1221 (M)MCAPDFDYNAMICALLY POSITIONED VESSELS AND THE DANGERS TO DIVERS OPERATING FROM SUCH VESSELS
The attention of mariners is drawn to the special limitations imposed on Dynamically Positioned Vessels by the nature of their work and the need for them to...
Apr 1987Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 1273 (M)Control of Pollution by Noxious Liquid Substances in Bulk - Implementation of Annex II to Marpol 1973/78
Apr 1987Environmental Quality
MSN 1254 (M+F)MCAPDFUSE OF SOLID CARBON DIOXIDE (DRIKOLD, CARDICE, DRY ICE, ETC)
It is sometimes the practice to use solid carbon dioxide (Drikold, Cardice, Dry Ice, etc) as an emergency refrigerant in defective cold chambers, and in the...
Nov 1986Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1231 (M)MCAPDFSafe cargo-handling operations on offshore supply vessels
The Department of Transport is concerned about the number of accidents which have occurred on supply vessels and have on occasion resulted in fatalities. Regulation...
Jul 1986Environmental Quality
MSN 1196 (M)MCAPDFMarine pollution, Manual on Oil Pollution
Recent cases of appreciable oil pollution have occurred when cargo was being transferred from the ship to shore or from ship to ship, when leakage through valves...
Nov 1985Environmental Quality
MSN 1197 (M)MCAPDFThe Merchant Shipping (Prevention of Oil Pollution) Regulations 1983 Additional Recording and Documentation for Oil Record Books
At its 21st Session the Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organisation recommended that: in order to provide evidence to...
Nov 1985Environmental Quality
MSN 1186 (M+F)MCAPDFLIFEBOAT WINCHES FITTED WITH A ROLLER RATCHET MECHANISM
In 1981 a seaman was injured whilst assisting in the recovery of a lifeboat/passenger launch on a passenger cruise liner. The boat was also badly damaged. The...
Aug 1985Shipping Safety
MSN 1157 (F)MCAPDFISSUES OF CERTIFICATES OF SERVICE UNDER THE TERMS OF REGULATION 8(2) OF THE FISHING VESSELS (CERTIFICATION OF DECK OFFICERS AND ENGINEER OFFICERS) REGULATIONS 1984 (SI 1984 No. 1115)
(a) Skippers in fishing vessels of less than 25 tons but of 16.5 metres in length or more operating in the limited area; (b) Third Hands in vessels of 40 metres...
Jun 1985Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 1167 (M)MCAPDFCarriage of containers and flats in ships not designed or modified for the purpose
Shippers, Shipowners and Masters should be aware of the inherent dangers when containers and flats are carried in ships not specially constructed or effectively...
Mar 1985Environmental Quality
MSN 1151 (M)MCAPDFTHE OPERATIONAL CONTROL OF WATERTIGHT DOORS IN PASSENGER SHIPS
The Court of Formal Investigation* into a recent casualty involving a passenger ferry made a number of recommendations, one of which expressed the view that...
Dec 1984Shipping Safety
MSN 1136 (M+F)MCAPDFFIRES INVOLVING OIL FIRED APPLIANCES
There have recently been several accommodation fires on small fishing vessels and subsequent investigations found that the fires had been caused by oil fired...
Jun 1984Shipping Safety
MSN 1083 (M+F)MCAPDFEXPLOSIONS IN BOILER FURNACES
The dangers of boiler furnace explosions caused by accumulations of flammable gases in furnaces following burner defects, especially during flashing up procedures,...
Aug 1983Shipping Safety
MSN 1057 (M+F)MCAPDFMERCHANT SHIPPING (CREW AGREEMENTS, LISTS OF CREW AND DISCHARGE OF SEAMEN) (FISHING VESSELS) (AMENDMENT) REGULATONS 1983
The above-mentioned Regulations are being made and will enter into effect on 1 April 1983. They will amend Regulation 13 of the Merchant Shipping (Crew Agreements,...
Apr 1983Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 1015 (M)MCAPDFTRAINING FOR MASTERS AND CHIEF MATES OF LARGE SHIPS AND SHIPSWITH UNUSUAL MANOEUVRING CHARACTERISTICS
It is most important that officers who are to be appointed as master or chief mate of large ships or ships which have unusual handling and maneuvering characteristics...
Mar 1982Seafarer Training and Certification
MSN 975 (F)MCAPDFFREEBOARDS OF FISHING VESSELS
The statutory requirements for freeboard are laid down in Rule 15 of the Fishing Vessel (Safety Provisions) Rules 1975. The Rules establish criteria for freeboard...
May 1981Fishing and Code Vessel Safety
MSN 957 (M+F)MCAPDFFIRES AND EXPLOSIONS RESULTING FROM WELDING AND FLAMECUTTING OPERATIONS
There have been a number of fires and explosions in ships which, on investigation, have been traced to welding or flamecutting operations. The Department therefore...
Feb 1981Shipping Safety
MSN 852 (M+F)MCAPDFUSE OF DIESEL ENGINE STARTING AIDS CONTAINING FLAMMABLE MIXTURES
A serious accident occurred recently on a small diesel-engined vessel, not of United Kingdom registry, as a result of which one man died and three others suffered...
Jul 1978Shipping Safety
MSN 847 (M)MCAPDFDRY CLEANING PLANTS REQUIREMENTS FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
It has come to the notice of this Department that dry cleaning plants are now being fitted in United Kingdom registered ships. Because of the hazards associated...
May 1978Shipping Safety
MSN 782 (M+F)MCAPDFPOLYURETHANE FOAM AND OTHER ORGANIC FOAM MATERIALS
Serious fires have occurred recently on three British ships fitting out in foreign shipyards. These resulted from ignition of polyurethane foam which lined...
Nov 1976Shipping Safety
MSN 757 (M+F)MCAPDFEMPLOYERS' LIABILITY (COMPULSORY INSURANCE) ACT 1969
The Employers Liability (Compulsory Insurance) Act 1969 requires every employer, unless exempt, to insure against liability for bodily injury or disease sustained...
Aug 1976Corporate Secretariat
MSN 752 (M+F)MCAPDFSafety Electric Shock Hazard in the Use of Electric Arc Welding Plant
In recent years the carriage or installation on shipboard of electric arc welding plant intended for use by ships personnel has become commonplace. Such equipment...
Mar 1976Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 719 (M+F)MCAPDFGUIDE TO THE FISHING INDUSTRY ON DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY LAW TO BE MAINTAINED
GUIDE TO THE FISHING INDUSTRY ON DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY LAW TO BE MAINTAINED. This guide is one of three which have been designed principally to help owners...
Jul 1975Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 700 (M)MCAPDFOil pollution prevention on tankers separation of cargo oil piping systems from the sea
Recent cases of appreciable oil pollution have occurred when cargo was being transferred from the ship to shore or from ship to ship, when leakage through valves...
Nov 1974Environmental Quality
MSN 681 (M+F)MCAPDFFIXED FIRE SMOTHERING GAS INSTALLATIONS:SITING PRECAUTIONS FOR CO2 CYLINDERS
Recent resurveys of CO2 installations employing a gang release system for total flooding of the machinery spaces has shown that in ships where the CO2 cylinder...
May 1974Shipping Safety
MSN 646 (M+F)MCAPDFTOXIC SUBSTANCES IN ELECTRONIC DEVICES
This Notice is of particular concern to radio officers and operators, and to other persons concerned with electronic equipment on board ships. 2. The Department...
Oct 1972Seafarer Health and Safety
MSN 622 (M+F)MCAPDFMISCELLANEOUS OPENINGS IN FREEBOARD AND SUPERSTRUCTURE DECKS ? SPURLING PIPES
The Department of Trade and Industry wishes to draw attention to the following two incidents where the ingress of water through spurting pipes was a contributory...
Oct 1971Shipping Safety
MSN 474 (M+F)MCAPDFEXPLOSIONS IN DIESEL ENGINED VESSELS
The court of formal investigation which inquired into the explosion on the m.v. Capetown Castle on 17th October 1960 found that the explosion, which led to...
Feb 1963Shipping Safety