List of Recommendations

Recommendation 1

4.34
The committee recommends that amendments be made to the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012 (the National Law) in regards to the penalties imposed on an operator of a vessel for acting in a reckless or negligent manner, regardless of intent. In particular, the committee recommends that consideration should be given to situations where the operator of a vessel has been found to be acting in a negligent or reckless manner which has the potential to result in the loss of life.

Recommendation 2

4.94
The committee recommends that general safety duties offences relating to domestic commercial vessels, contained with the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012, be augmented by a more serious offence and subsequent penalty in cases where a breach of the general safety duties leads to a loss of life.

Recommendation 3

4.97
The committee recommends that the limitation period for bringing non‑custodial charges under the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012 (the National Law) be extended from 12 months to two years.

Recommendation 4

6.69
The committee recommends that the Australian Government commission an independent review of the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012 and any associated legislative instruments (such as Marine Orders). The review should consider whether the laws remain fit for purpose and whether they improve marine safety on domestic commercial vessels without being overly burdensome or complex.

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About this inquiry

An inquiry into the performance of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority under Standing Order 25 (2) (a).



Past Public Hearings

11 Nov 2019: Canberra
25 Sep 2019: Brisbane