The Art and Science of Compass Adjustment: A Journey of Discovery Sylvester Perera, a certified Compass Adjuster by the MCA, shares his unique journey from Computer Science graduate to master craftsman in the field of compass making and compass adjusting. His passion for hands-on creation led him to the doors of B. Cooke & Son […]
The English Workboat Crewmember Apprenticeship takes a new form, and name. Now known as the “Small Commercial Vessel (SCV) Crewmember Apprenticeship”, the Apprenticeship standard has been reviewed and updated to cater for a larger candidate entry rate and the latest requirements as published in Workboat Code 3. Published on the same day as Workboat Code […]
The latest edition of the Workboat Code enters into force before the end of 2023. It replaces The Workboat Code Edition 2, and also the original Brown Code. This Code applies to workboats, pilot boats and Remotely Operated Unmanned Vessels under 24m operating in UK waters, or under the UK flag operating internationally. This Code […]
[spacer] New Guidance Notice Created by the WA together with the MCA, this poster explains the UK Administration’s implementation of the IMO tier III recommendations for Coded Workboats, Application as of Jan 1st 2022. Download the Guidance here
14th September 2022 @ 11:00 – 12:00 UK time MS Teams: Click here to join the meeting Instances of cyber-attacks on ships are now happening at the rate of more than one per day and operators and owners of vessels must consider how they can improve their cyber security and protect their assets. The IASME Consortium […]
The WA has produce guidance on the application of UK plant and machinery capital allowances. Download the guide for free here: Guidance on the application of UK plant and machinery capital allowances
Free download: Guidance on WBC2 ECS and Radar training requirements 2022
The WA has produced Guidelines On Cyber Security Onboard Small Commercial Vessels. The guide aims to assist in the development of a proper cyber risk management strategy in accordance with relevant regulations and best practises on board a small commercial vessel with a focus on work processes, equipment, training, incident response and recovery management. Download […]
As of 1st January 2022, all Master operating Workboat Code 2 vessels must have MCA approved Radar and Electronic Chart Plotter training. Workboat Code 2, Annex 3; -Quote – 2.11 Radar Training In any vessel that carries radar, the Master and any member of the crew who is likely to use the radar is […]
The WA has produced a guide for those wishing to certify UK flagged Workboats for the Carriage of Dangerous Goods. Download the guide for free here: AN1006 Draft Guidance WA
Download the WA Mental Health in Maritime Information Pack here: WA Mental Health Information Pack .
On Thursday April 8th 2021 the WA, supported by Brookson Group and industry guests ran a Workshop focused on the implications of the new IR35 employment tax regulations. “Brookson’s are a regulated law, finance and accountancy firm with over 20 years’ experience in self-employed finances.” Following on from our introduction at the recent Safety […]
