The 11th edition of this popular guide has been completely revised and expanded to take account of the latest changes to maritime regulations and procedures.
It is the most up-to-date book on maritime legislation encompassing changes made to UK law and maritime guidance as a result of Brexit and changes to STCW, BWMC, MARPOL, MLC and other conventions.
Designed primarily as a study aid for Master’s Orals, the book is also used by OOW and Chief Mate students and has drawn the praises of many successful Orals candidates in the UK and overseas. More than 4,200 questions and answers are set out in nine logically arranged sections.
For ships’ and nautical college libraries and for use within the classroom this is an indispensable volume. It is also a handy reference for serving Shipmasters, shore superintendents, ship operators and all who need to keep up to date with the frequent and bewildering changes in merchant ship regulation and commercial practice.
The author is a former Shipmaster and ex-maritime college lecturer with more than 25 years experience in preparing students for MCA examinations.
Summary of contents
Law of the sea
UK agencies: the MCA, MAIB, HSE
The IMO and international rulemaking
International regulations: MARPOL, MLC, SOLAS and STCW
Pollution: oil, sewage, garbage, SOx and NOx
Seafarer training and certification
Seafarers’ documents and wages
Port state control and flag state control
Ship registration and classification
Safety regulation, certification and equipment
Safe working on board
Musters and drills
Logbooks and record-keeping
Marine insurance
Ship survey and certification
Cargo handling and dangerous goods
The voyage: preparation, at sea and arrival
Codes, conventions, UK regulations, M notices, abbreviations.
