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Crewing under 500gt
Commercial fishing
Operating in the commercial fishing sector
What rules apply to fishing vessels
Health and safety for fishing vessels
Look-out and watchkeeping
Who we work with
Aquaculture
Operating in the Aquaculture sector
Passenger vessels under 500GT
Passenger vessel operator requirements
Adventure activity resources
Oil, Gas and Mineral Activity
Agency roles in offshore oil, gas and mineral activity in New Zealand
Requirements overseen by Maritime NZ
Safety zones and precautionary areas
Offshore Installation Oil Spill Contingency Plans and Insurance requirements
Port Operators and Operations
Operating in port environments
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Operating safely on ports
Port security
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Why flag to New Zealand
Understanding your regulatory framework
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International Safety Management Code
Conventions and rules
Maritime NZ Audits Inspections
Crewing (NZ flagged)
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Pre-arrival requirements overview
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Background to SeaCert
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Operating limits explained
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Your rights and responsibilities
Crewing
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Seafarer Welfare Council
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Environment
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Surveyors and third parties
Surveyors and third parties
Recognised Surveyors overview
Becoming a Recognised Surveyor
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Find a Recognised Surveyor or third party
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Readiness and Response
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In an emergency
Radio a MAYDAY
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