Australian Maritime Safety Authority

Welcome to this AMSA audio brief about fatigue management on domestic commercial vessels.  This episode we're talking about fatigue - what it is, why it matters, and how it can affect people working in the maritime industry. We’ll look at how fatigue contributes to incidents, and what vessel owners and operators need to do to manage fatigue risks effectively. We’ll also walk through practical...

Welcome to this AMSA audio brief on managing operational stability risks in commercial fishing.  This episode we’re talking about operational stability, a topic that affects every commercial fisher, every crew, and every vessel. During this audio brief, we walk through the practical stability risks that show up in everyday fishing operations, and the simple actions that can help keep you and your...

This audio brief, based on AMSA’s recent webinar on hazardous gases , explores the risks posed by three gases commonly found on domestic commercial vessels: carbon monoxide  hydrogen sulphide carbon dioxide.  It outlines how these gases are generated, the symptoms and health impacts of exposure, where they may accumulate on board, and the controls operators should implement as part of their Safety...