This applies to anyone operating or intending to operate a vessel for commercial use or charter use.
It is a requirement that all vessels are equipped to comply with the MCA code of practice known as MGN 280
Sailing Yacht charter vessels – skippered and bareboat.
Motor charter vessels.
Angling and Dive Boats.
Motor vessels – carrying up to 12 passengers.
RIBs
Workboats
Pilot boats.
Survey Boats
The code requirements are divided into six main categories depending on the type and use of your vessel.
Cat 0: Unrestricted service.
Cat 1: Up to 150 miles from a safe haven.
Cat 2: Up to 60 miles from a safe haven.
Cat 3: Up to 20 miles from a safe haven.
Cat 4: Up to 20 miles from a safe haven, in favourable weather & daylight.
Cat 5: Up to 20 miles from a nominated departure point, in favourable weather & daylight.
Cat 6: To sea within 3 miles from a nominated departure point(s) named in the certificate and never more than 3 miles from land in favourable weather and daylight.
Approved MCA certifying authorities in the UK:
International Institute of Marine Surveyors (I.I.M.S.)
Yacht Designers Surveyors Association Y.D.S.A.
Royal Yachting Association RYA
Lloyds Register
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