Change to existing requirements: Simplified SMS requirements for smaller, less complex DCVs.
Applies to: Eligible Class 2, 3 and 4 vessels. Check if your vessel is eligible.
Effective from: 1 June 2025.

Operators are required to have a full SMS until 1 June 2025. 

We’re working on detailed guidance and examples to support operators to develop a simplified SMS. This will be released closer to 1 June 2025. Subscribe to AMSA news to find out when it's available.

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