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This amendment provides guidance for all vessels engaged in transfers of persons at anchor or underway as regards
Maximum continuous engine power is the total power that can be obtained at the flywheel of each engine used to propel the vessel.
A warning on the potential hazards of arc flash, and guidance on safety measures.
Oil recovery vessel code : corrigendum - withdrawal of the MCA code of practice for vessel engaged in oil recovery operations
A guide from RoSPA on managing beach safety.
Provision of facilities for emergency helicopter operations on sea-going ships which do not have a helideck & emergency contingency plans.
Guidance note recommending a common format for stability information booklets for use on board fishing vessels.
Guidance on the securing, stowage and launching of liferafts, and the fitting of the most common types of hydrostatic release units.
Guidance on stowage positions and other measures that will significantly reduce the possibility of a liferaft or an EPIRB becoming trapped.
Highlights the adverse effects of alcohol and drugs on the chances of survival at sea. These guidelines are intended to raise awareness of the increased risks.
Advises of possibility of premature pipe failure due to fatigue when pipes are incorrectly mounted, or subjected to in service vibration.
Amendment to marine guidance note 12 relating to fishing vessels operating in submarine exercise areas.
Guidelines about avoiding the use of photochromic lenses and allowing time for dark adaptation when undertaking lookouts at night.
Guidance on high speed craft training - course approval and certification
Explains the reporting procedures being implemented by MCA through the European consolidated reporting system (CERS).
Amendment 1 advises seafarers on the Dreadnought Medical Service at Guy’s Hospital and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust in London.
Guidance note details requirements for the merchant shipping (prevention of air pollution from ships) regulations 2008.
Guidance regarding the use of operating instructions and signage for fixed gas fire-extinguishing systems.
Guidance on compatibility issues concerning the joint use of immersion suits and lifejackets.
This MGN provides guidance on the SOx requirements under the Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships Regulations, as amended for ships in UK ports, with regards to fuel changeover and “hotelling”.
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