Have your say on proposed changes relating to the operation of RAVs and foreign vessels

MO28 ensures the safe navigation and operation of regulated Australian vessels (RAVs) and foreign vessels by implementing key provisions of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) and the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS).  

It gives effect to:

STCW Convention

• Regulation I/14: Responsibilities of companies
• Regulation VIII/1: Fitness for duty
• Regulation VIII/2: Watchkeeping arrangements

STCW Code:  

• Section A–I/14: Responsibilities of companies
• Section A–VIII/1: Fitness for duty
• Section A–VIII/2: Watchkeeping arrangements and principles to be observed
• Section B–I/14: Guidance regarding responsibilities of companies and recommended responsibilities of masters and crew members
• Section B–VIII/2: Guidance regarding watchkeeping arrangements and principles to be observed

SOLAS:  

• Chapter V, Regulation 14, addressing minimum manning and the working language of vessels.

Key proposed changes to MO28 include:

• introduction of a new section, incorporating an alcohol provision to reflect the 2010 Manila amendments to the STCW Convention and Code
• clarification and improved expression of STCW and SOLAS provisions throughout the marine order
• application of contemporary drafting practices.

Learn more about the proposed changes and have your say until 2 December 2024.