M Notices

Question 1

MSN

give example

Answer 1

Merchant Shipping Notice

mandatory information, complied with UK legislation.

Eg.
MSN 1781

Question 2

MGN

give examples

Answer 2

Marine Guidance Note

Advice + guidance for improving safety of shipping, life at sea and pollution from shipping.

Eg. MGN 610 - guidance on the safety of navigation regulations 2020

Question 3

MIN

give example

Answer 3

Marine Information Note

valid for a short time period
relevant to a small group of people

Eg. MIN 471_ Deck certification

Question 4

Equipment onboard my last vessel

Answer 4

TO DO!!

Question 5

Which MGN gives guidance on lithium batteries?

Answer 5

MGN 550 !check this!

Question 6

Which MSN gives guidance on the Marine Equipment

Answer 6

MSN 1874 (M+F) Amendment 7
UK conformity assessment procedures for marine equipment.

Question 7

Where would you find oral exam syllabus?

Answer 7

MCA Website

Question 8

Watercraft definition and what MGN was it amended in?

Answer 8

MGN 684 (M) - SAFETY OF POWERED WATERCRAFT

DEFINITION:
-capable of moving under its own mechanical power
-used, navigated or situated wholly or partly in the water.
-capable of being used to carry one or more persons.

Question 9

MGN 505

Answer 9

Advice on Fatigue and Fitness for duty

Question 10

MGN 315
“The OOW is..”

Answer 10

Keeping a safe navigational watch:

“The OOW is the Masters representative and is responsible for the safe navigation of the ship, in full compliance with international regulations.”

Question 11

MGN 659 (M+F)

Answer 11

Entry into Enclosed Spaces

read in conjunction with Entry into Enclosed Spaces Regulations 2022

Question 12

MSN 1781

Answer 12

The original COLREGs. (Not available anymore)