Maritime New Zealand works with owners and operators to ensure that ships in our waters meet national and international safety requirements.
These requirements cover, for example, health and safety, port safety and security, safety inspections and safety messages. Use the links below to learn more about each topic.
Safety beacon requirements for commercial vessels
Lashing point requirements for heavy vehicles
Health and safety onboard
Health and Safety in Employment Act
Code of safe working practices for merchant seafarers
Safety equipment for lifesaving and fire fighting
Fatigue management to reduce accidents
Safe practices on the waterfront
Navigation and weather warnings
Safety in port operations
Security in ports and harbours
Port and Harbour Marine Safety Code
Maritime safety inspectors
Inspection of foreign ships
List of ship detentions
Dangerous goods at sea
Aids to navigation
Maritime radio
Maritime security in New Zealand