Navigation (Manning, Accommodation and Coasting Trade) Regulations (Amendment)

Overview

Statutory Rules 1945 No. 39, made under the authority of the Navigation Act 1912-1942, was enacted to address the specific manning requirements for certain ships, particularly concerning the number of greasers and wipers that must be carried. The Regulations were introduced by the Governor-General in Council and aim to ensure that particular vessels comply with the prescribed manning standards. This legislative instrument adds to the existing Navigation (Manning, Accommodation and Coasting Trade) Regulations by inserting a new regulation and including a Seventh Schedule that specifies the number of greasers and wipers for named ships such as the Duntroon and Reynella. The objective is to maintain safety and operational standards on these vessels by ensuring they are adequately manned according to the detailed requirements outlined in the legislation.

Scope and Application

The Navigation (Manning, Accommodation and Coasting Trade) Regulations, which are made under the Navigation Act 1912-1942, apply to the manning requirements of certain specified ships. These regulations mandate that each of the ships named in the Seventh Schedule, which includes the Duntroon and the Reynella, must carry a specified number of greasers and wipers. The regulations apply to these particular ships identified by their official numbers, 15955683 and 17290783 respectively, and detail the exact number of personnel required for each role. The scope of these regulations is limited to the specified ships and their manning requirements, as outlined in the Seventh Schedule. The regulations are intended to ensure that the named vessels comply with the minimum crew standards set forth by the Navigation Act. The application of these regulations is confined to the Commonwealth of Australia and applies to vessels engaged in coasting trade.

Key Provisions

The principal operative sections of these regulations, introduced under the Navigation Act 1912-1942, pertain to the manning requirements of certain ships. Specifically, regulation 16a, as inserted in Part II of the Navigation (Manning, Accommodation and Coasting Trade) Regulations, mandates that each ship listed in the Seventh Schedule must carry a specified number of greasers and wipers. The regulation stipulates the exact number of each type of crew member required for particular ships, such as the Duntroon (Official Number 15955683) and the Reynella (Official Number 17290783). This regulation aims to ensure that these vessels are adequately manned according to their operational needs. The obligations imposed by these regulations are straightforward but specific. Ship owners, operators, or masters must ensure that the designated number of greasers and wipers are on board the specified ships at all times. This includes complying with the requirements set out in the Seventh Schedule. Failure to meet these manning requirements could result in non-compliance with the Act, potentially leading to legal consequences. The regulations necessitate that these ships adhere to the prescribed crewing levels as a matter of operational safety and regulatory compliance. Violations of these regulations can lead to significant consequences. Under the Navigation Act 1912-1942, failure to comply with the manning requirements can result in both civil and criminal penalties. The exact nature and severity of these penalties can vary, but they can include fines, imprisonment, or both. The specific penalties are not detailed within the text of the regulation itself but would be determined in accordance with the broader provisions of the Navigation Act. It is essential for ship operators to adhere strictly to these requirements to avoid potential legal repercussions.