Navigation (Compass) Regulations (Amendment)

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STATUTORY RULES.

1950. No.         .

REGULATIONS UNDER THE NAVIGATION ACT 1912-1942.*

I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the following Regulations under the Navigation Act 1912-1942.

Dated this twenty-seventh

day, of September 1950.

 W.J. McKell

Governor-General.

By His Excellency's Command,

Minister of State for Fuel, Shipping and Transport.

AMENDMENTS OF THE NAVIGATION (COMPASS) REGULATIONS.†

1. Regulation 14 of the Navigation (Compass) Regulations is repealed and the following regulation inserted in its stead :

Application for  licence.

" 14. Subject to these Regulations, a person shall be eligible to licensed as an adjuster of compasses if he submits an application accordance with Form C8, accompanied by—

(a) the applicant's certificate of competency ;

(b) satisfactory evidence of the applicant's good conduct and character during the twelve months immediately preceding the date of his application ; and

(c) unless, at any time during the three years immediately preceding the date of his application, the applicant held a licence as adjuster of compasses issued under these Regulations-

(i) deviation cards for at least twelve ships, the compasses of which the applicant has, while holding the qualifications specified in paragraph (a) or (b) of sub-regulation (1.) of regulation 12 of these Regulations, assisted in adjusting during the three years immediately preceding the date of his application, showing in each case the position of the correctors and endorsed by the adjuster, over the adjuster's signature, to the effect that the applicant assisted in the adjustments; or

(ii) satisfactory evidence that the applicant has, while holding the qualifications specified in paragraph (a) or paragraph (b) of sub-regulation (1.) of regulation 12 of these Regulations, practised as a compass adjuster in any part of the King's

* Notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on  1950.

†Statutory Rules 1944, No. 178.

4692.—PRICE 3D.  9/30.8.50


dominions and adjusted the compasses of at least twelve ships during the three years immediately preceding the date of his application.".

Fee for adjustment

2. Regulation 17 of the Navigation (Compass) Regulations is amended—

(a) by omitting sub-regulation (1.) and inserting in its stead  the following sub regulation :—

" (1.) Subject to this regulation, the fee payable for the services of an adjuster of compasses shall be the amount specified, according to the gross registered tonnage of the ship, in the following table :—

Ship's gross registered tonnage

Fee.

 

£

s

d

Not exceeding 1,000 tons.........

4

4

0

Exceeding1,000 tons, but not exceeding 2,000 tons 

5

5

0

Exceeding 2,000 tons, but not exceeding 3,000 tons 

6

6

0

Exceeding 3,000 tons, but not exceeding  4,000 tons 

7

7

0

Exceeding 4,000 tons............

8

8

0.”

(b) by omitting from sub-regulation (3.) the words "Ten shillings and sixpence " and inserting in their stead the words " One pound one shilling "; and

(c) by omitting from the proviso to that sub-regulation the symbols and figures " £2 2s." and inserting in their stead the words " Four pounds four shillings ".

The Schedule

3. The Schedule to the Navigation (Compass) Regulations is amended--

(a) by omitting from Form C8 the words " I also submit deviation cards as required by the Regulations." and inserting in their stead the words—

" I also submit

deviation cards

evidence of practice as a compass adjuster

as required by regulation 14 of the Navigation (Compass) Regulations.

I held Licence No.  as Adjuster of Compasses;

dated                                                                                  ,  19      ";

(b) by omitting from Form C9 the words " prescribed fee* " and inserting in their stead the word " fee "; and

(c) by omitting from that Form all the words and figures from and including the words—

"* See scale of fees on back hereof "

to the end of the Form.

By Authority: L. F. JOHNSTON, Commonwealth Government Printer, Canberra.

Overview

The Statutory Rules 1950 No. 0060, Regulations under the Navigation Act 1912-1942, were enacted to amend the Navigation (Compass) Regulations, enhancing the regulatory framework governing the licensing and fee structure for compass adjusters. This legislative instrument was introduced by the Governor-General in Council, acting on advice from the Minister of State for Fuel, Shipping and Transport. The primary objective was to refine the application process for compass adjuster licences, ensuring stringent qualifications and experience criteria are met, while also adjusting the fee structure to reflect the gross registered tonnage of ships. The aim was to maintain maritime safety and efficiency by ensuring that only suitably qualified individuals were licensed to adjust ship compasses.

Scope and Application

The Regulations under the Navigation Act 1912-1942 apply to individuals seeking to be licensed as adjusters of compasses. The Regulations detail the requirements for eligibility, including submission of a competency certificate, evidence of good conduct, and records of practical experience or deviation cards. The application process also involves payment of a fee, which is determined by the gross registered tonnage of the ship. The Regulations cover all ships operating within the Commonwealth of Australia, thereby establishing a national standard for compass adjustment licensing. There are no exclusions or exemptions explicitly stated within these Regulations, but it is understood that they apply broadly to those involved in the adjustment of ship compasses. The application of these Regulations may be further refined or extended through subordinate instruments, which can provide additional details or clarifications on specific aspects of the licensing process or fee structure.

Key Provisions

The primary sections of these Regulations (C1950L00060) amend the Navigation (Compass) Regulations under the Navigation Act 1912-1942. Regulation 14 has been replaced, establishing new eligibility criteria for applicants seeking a licence as an adjuster of compasses (Reg. 14). It requires the applicant to submit an application form, a certificate of competency, evidence of good conduct and character from the past twelve months, and either deviation cards or evidence of practical experience as a compass adjuster for at least twelve ships over the past three years (Reg. 14(1)(c)). Regulation 17 has also been amended to modify the fee structure for compass adjustment services based on the gross registered tonnage of the ship (Reg. 17(1)). The fees range from £4.4s for ships not exceeding 1,000 tons to £8.8s for ships exceeding 4,000 tons (Reg. 17(1)). Additionally, the Schedule to the Regulations has been updated to reflect these changes, particularly in Forms C8 and C9 (Sch. 3). These Regulations impose specific obligations on individuals applying for a licence to adjust compasses. An applicant must submit a completed Form C8, along with a certificate of competency, evidence of good conduct and character, and either deviation cards or evidence of practical experience (Reg. 14). The fee for compass adjustment services is determined by the gross registered tonnage of the ship, as outlined in Regulation 17(1) (Reg. 17). These regulations also require the submission of specific information in Form C8, including evidence of previous licence holdings and adjusted ships (Sch. 3(a)). There are no explicit offences, penalties, or consequences for breach outlined in these Regulations. However, failure to comply with the requirements for application and fee payment could potentially result in the application being rejected, preventing the applicant from obtaining the necessary licence. The regulations focus on administrative compliance and fee structure rather than punitive measures for non-compliance.

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