Safety case

Overview

A safety case applies to novel craft that operate on the New Zealand coast and/or internal waters of New Zealand.

Novel crafts include, but are not limited to the following:

• waka
• powered canoe or kayak
• powered surf board
• personal water craft (includes jet skis)
• amphibious craft
• submersibles
• reconfigurable barges

The requirements of a safety case are outlined in Maritime Rules Part 40G.

Get approval for a safety case

To apply for a safety case, you must complete and send the following to Maritime New Zealand:

• a safety case plan providing an overview of your operation and its safety, such as:
  • the nature of your operation
  • its vessels
  • its crew
  • its safety systems (safety procedures)
  • its ongoing maintenance
• the safety case application form and
• the fit and proper person form

Complete this form:

• To apply for a new certificate of approval for a safety case under Maritime Rules Part 40G
• to renew an existing certificate of approval
• if you have added or removed a boat(s) from your operation or made changes to the boats in your operation, or
• to advise Maritime NZ if you are no longer operating.