Carriage of a medical guide on board is mandatory under the International Labour Organization’s Maritime Labour Convention (ILO MLC) and the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) Convention. The fishing industry requires proper medical care to be provided on board under the ILO Work in Fishing Convention, and medical training for those providing first aid care under the IMO STW-F 1995 Convention.

This publication is an essential resource for ships navigating the Danish Straits and provides guidance to aid Masters and navigating officers in the creation of passage plans for the transit. The guidance applies in either direction through the Straits via the Great Belt and the Sound and includes an overview of the navigational references for each leg of the routes. In cooperation with DanPilot and BIMCO, this new edition has been fully revised to incorporate the latest guidance and practical advice for ships transiting the region, with reference to important information such as pilotage, anchorages, reporting requirements and traffic.

Guidelines for the Design, Operation and Maintenance of Multi Buoy Moorings (MBM)

This publication provides guidance on best practice for confined space entry. It details appropriate PPE, safe entry policies and procedures, general hazards and atmosphere testing. It also includes survey preparation advice, such as approaches to tank cleaning and lighting.