Maritime Safety
The Department is responsible for the oversight of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, and is in the process of developing an Australian position on international conventions dealing with fishing vessel safety, as well as guidelines on the fair treatment of seafarers.
Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB)
Marine transport accounts for all bulk imports and exports and nearly three-quarters of the value of all imports and exports of cargo into Australia, and plays a primary role in coastal trade. Visit the ATSB website to get more information.
Marine Accident Investigators International Forum (MAIIF)
The Forum is an international non-profit organisation dedicated to the advancement of maritime safety and the prevention of marine pollution through the exchange of ideas, experiences and information acquired in marine accident investigation.
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Follow this link for policy on transporting dangerous goods in Australia.
Australian Maritime Safety Authority
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority's primary role is in maritime safety, protection of the marine environment and maritime and aviation search and rescue services.
Guidelines for Commercial Shipping Rescuing Persons at Sea
These guidelines are intended to provide guidance to ships' masters involved in the rescue of persons at sea in relation to arrangements for landing survivors.
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Information on national and international regulatory initiatives to improve the safety of fishing vessels.
IMO/ILO Guidelines on Seafarers Welfare
Information about International Maritime Organization guidelines designed to protect the rights of seafarers.