Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation and operation requirements – national law) outlines safety management system including risk assessment and crewing requirements for domestic commercial vessels (DCVs).

Recently, Marine Order 504 underwent a review and consultation process aimed at improving the safety outcomes of the SMS requirements and making them easier to understand, fit for purpose and practical for the diverse range of DCVs across Australia.

Read the revised Marine Order 504 which comes into effect on 1 June 2025:

Marine Order 504 (Certificates of operation – national law) 2024 PDF441.02 KB