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We contribute to safety in the region by working with our geographic neighbours.

There are a range of chemical tools which can reduce the harmful effects of an oil spill.

This program of regulatory activities was completed during the 2017–2018 financial year.

All vessels involved in a marine incident in Australian waters need to make a report.

Our 24/7 centre responds to search and rescue (SAR) incidents throughout Australia.

Report of the Incident Analysis team into the response by the National Plan to Combat Pollution of the Sea by Oil and Other Noxious and hazardous Substances, to the Montara Wellhead Platform incident, March 2010.

Get your Master or deck certificate of competency revalidated before it expires.

Tonnages for each Royal Australian Navy (RAN) vessel, current, decommissioned, and under construction.

This marine notice advises vessel owners, vessel operators, masters, officers, seafarer training organisations and industry organisations that AMSA does not consider electronic visual distress signals (EVDs) to be a suitable replacement for pyrotechnic distress signals.

We promote safety in marine pollution response through the National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies (National Plan).

Person overboard without lifejacket following risky behaviour in adverse weather conditions

Unheeded weather warnings result in fishing charter vessel flooding.

Lack of regular planned maintenance results in engine fire.

Towing of vessel in distress leads to back injury

Sudden vessel movement resulting in master incapacitation highlights onboard safety risks

Fatigue contributing to fishing vessel grounding.

Disconnection of LPG system the source of explosion on a houseboat

Serious injury to pilot on class 2 vessel in poor weather conditions

A safety management system (also referred to as an SMS) is a systematic approach to managing safety.

Vessels of the following classes: 1D (with unberthed passengers), 1E (with unberthed passengers), 2D, 2E, 3D and 3E, are required to carry certain medical supplies and equipment on-board.