I need to talk to someone from TSV but don’t know how to make contact. 'Dive flag' means the Code Flag "A" shown in Chapter 11 and Appendix 2 of the International Code of Signals. Boating Industry Association of Victoria. Even though your event application has been approved, subsequent advice from Victoria’s Chief Health Officer, the Victorian Government or the Federal Government may impact your application. I have an approved event, but would like to modify to reduce the number of people involved – what should I do? For example, we may use video conferencing. We will also continue to work with waterway managers to process applications for: Please note, as the Victorian Government response to the spread of COVID-19 continues, processing times for applications may be affected. (a) the master of a search and rescue vessel engaged in search and rescue operations; (b) the master of a vessel being operated for the purpose of the enforcement of the Marine Act 1988 and any Regulations and notices made under the Act; or. To see Better Boating Victoria (State government's) position, click here. All events must comply with any restrictions imposed by Victoria’s Chief Health Officer, the Victorian Government or the Federal Government. These rules are approved by Maritime Safety Victoria under Part 5.1 of the Marine Safety Act 2010 (Vic) and preceding legislation. Docking and entering/ departure Portarlington, Geelong and Victoria Harbour. I do not believe the safety risk measures proposed are appropriate. Aire River downstream of the Great Ocean Road Bridge, Department of Sustainability and Environment. The master of a vessel with an engine used for propulsion must not cause or allow the vessel to be operated unless the vessel has a silencing device: 22. However, if you acquire a boat that is already registered you must The master of a vessel must ensure that the vessel is operated in a manner which creates minimal wash or no wash in an area of water specified in a Schedule as a no wash zone. What should I do? Passage plan and operations documentation to include specific details of risks and controls as identified during the duration of this exemption. Kokatak Maximus Centurion Rescue Life Jacket, US Coast Guard Type V. Out Doors Inc. is required to report to Maritime Safety Victoria any safety issues associated with the wearing of the PFDs listed and must report any Reportable Marine Incidents as per the requirements of the Marine Safety Act 2010, Commences on the date of publication of this notice in the Victorian Government Gazette; and. (3) are accompanied by an inshore rescue boat or powered rescue craft in accordance with the specifications of Surf Life Saving Australia or. If I wait, will I have to do the course again? Will MSV still be undertaking compliance activities on the water? Schedules for waterways detailed in this document are a reproduction of official notices published in the Victoria Government Gazette and cannot be used for legal purposes. (vi)       MV Geelong Flyer and MV Bellarine Express will slow to 6 knots or less when visibility is 200 metres or less. Recreational Vessels. A clear path for Victoria - public access to public land. Yes, however in response to social distancing requirements, the way we undertake examinations may change. Will you still be undertaking Pilot and Pilot Exempt Master examinations during the pandemic period? (vii)      MV Geelong Flyer and MV Bellarine Express will display an amber flashing light at all times while underway. (ix)       The Master of the MV Geelong Flyer and MV Bellarine Express will contact other identified operators on the Yarra River when transiting the Yarra River. (Operate:  ‘ means to facilitate or control the movement or navigation of a vessel (or a thing connected to a vessel) that is not— (a) at anchor; or (b) made fast to the shore; or (c) aground; or (d) ashore;’). Our systems and processes allow for us to work remotely. 'Houseboat' means any boat, vessel or pontoon having a fixed house above the deck with accommodation which may be used by persons residing on board for an overnight period or longer. (a) within 200 metres of the waters' edge except in an access lane, (b) within 50 metres of a wharf, jetty, slipway, diving platform or boat ramp except in an access lane. (b)   the provisions of the Act and the Regulations listed above. catamaran or centreboard boat) Yacht (c) any activity designed to train personnel to undertake –, (d) any function incidental to a search or a rescue. Yes. This document is a reproduction of official Notices made under the Marine Safety Act 2010 (Vic) or preceding Marine Act 1988 (Vic) for Notices prior to 1 July 2010. (2) Despite sub-clause (1), a prohibition on vessels specified in a Schedule may be expressed so as not to apply on particular days, or at particular times, or to particular vessels, or to particular vessels travelling at designated speeds. 8. However, if you acquire a boat that is already registered you must advise VicRoads of the transfer of ownership within 14 days. (b) within an exclusive use or special purpose area prescribed in a Schedule to this Notice which is set aside for a specific activity under Clause 13 in which the width of water prevents the keeping of that distance. 'PFD Type 1' means an approved Personal Flotation Device type 1 defined in Schedule 2 under Regulation 103 of the Marine Regulations 1999. Yes. 1. 15. 'Vessel' has the same meaning as in the Marine Act 1988. The master of a vessel to which this exemption applies must: TABLE ARegulations 96(1), 96(7) on Coastal Waters, Mechanically powered recreational vessels, Power boat up to and including 4×8 metres in length, Pair of oars with rowlocks or pair of paddles, Power boat more than 4×8 metres in length, 1—if vessel is 8 metres or more in length but not more than 12 metres in length, 2—if vessel is more than 12 metres in length, 1—if vessel is more than 12 metres in length, TABLE CRegulations 96(3), 96(7) on Enclosed Waters, TABLE ERegulations 96(5), 96(7) on Inland Waters. Wear a Type 1 PFD as detailed in Part 2 – PFD Type 1 of Schedule 1 of the Marine Safety Regulations 2012; or. The Victorian Budget 2019/20 invested $47.2 million in boating to deliver urgent upgrades to six of the state’s busiest boat ramps, scrap fees and review infrastructure management at Port Phillip and Western Port. (2) Despite sub-clause (1), a prohibition on vessels with engines used for propulsion specified in a Schedule may be expressed to apply to vessels with engines of a particular type or capacity. Boat ramps and jetties are open. The Schedules reproduced in this section are Notices made under either the Marine Safety Act 2010 (Vic) (MSA) or the preceding Marine Act 1988 (Vic) (MA). (1) Subject to sub-clause (2) any person engaged in diving in any State waters must use a buoy attached to himself or herself by a length of rope, such buoy having attached to it a dive flag or a rigid replica of that flag, the dimensions of such dive flag or replica being not less than 300 millimetres by 200 millimetres. (i) all vessels engaged in competing in a power boat race on inland or enclosed waters when under the supervision of the Australian Power Boat Association and the race is conducted in accordance with the Racing and Safety Rules of that Association are exempt from the carriage of safety equipment requirements specified in Regulation 230 providing the operator of the vessel and any occupant being carried wears a PFD Type 1. Racing Rules of Sailing is carried, (ii) all mechanically powered vessels (other than personal watercraft), operated by a club or training centre affiliated with Yachting Victoria Inc. and engaged in formal sail training activities for off the beach sailing yachts are exempt from the PFD carriage requirements specified in Regulation 230 providing that all occupants wear a PFD Type 1 or 2 at all times. 328, Florida Statutes. These are: Boating Only - swimming is not permitted in this zone. 2. In most situations, you and your passengers are required to wear a lifejacket at all times. The table at the end of each Schedule also details the legislation that the waterway rule has been made under. (a) the construction, maintenance or decommissioning of a facility or infrastructure; and, (b) the dredging of a channel and related activities; and, (c) the construction or maintenance or exterior alteration or decoration of a building or other structure; and, (d) the demolition or removal of a building or other structure; and, (e) the erection, maintenance and removal of signs or hoardings; and. Get to know your interstate boating rules - New South Wales and Victoria PDF, 328.2 KB, Guide to Vessel Operating and Zoning Rules PDF, 2.4 MB, Guide to Vessel Operating and Zoning Rules DOCX, 1.2 MB. As Victoria's largest city, it makes perfect sense that Melbourne should be one of the first stops on your itinerary. This information is included in all certified boating safety courses taught in Florida. Operators of any and all motorised craft in Victoria must have a boating licence Back in April, Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) published the news that it had successfully prosecuted a recreational boater in the Frankston Magistrates Court for acting as a master of a vessel … I have determined the need to change a waterway rule or close a waterway until further notice. Staff are working remotely and will post your respective cards out when they are able to access them. 19. Boating regulations are enforced by the Saanich Police. For example, new social distancing measures may affect the number of people who can participate in your event. Cameron ToyDirector, Maritime SafetyDelegate of the Director, Transport Safety, Published in the Victoria Government Gazette No. As the waterway manager, you must be confident the safety management plan for the event adequately addresses all safety risks. Other states and territories say recreational fishing is allowed as long as people follow social distancing regulations. Yes. Stage 3 coronavirus restrictions are being lifted in Victoria. 'Coastal waters' has the same meaning as in the Marine Regulations 2009. Western Australia is encouraging fishers to stay home. 6. The Lake Bolac Foreshore Committee of Management Inc. Lake Catani (within Mount Buffalo National Park). Unless otherwise specified in a Schedule, the master of a vessel must not cause or allow the vessel to be operated on any inland waters at a speed exceeding 5 knots: 4. 3. Participants and those involved in activities organised by Out Doors Inc. are exempt from the requirements of: Participants and those involved in activities organised by Out Doors Inc. must at all times: Marine Safety Act 2010 (Vic)Marine Safety Regulations 2012 (Vic). (c) when passing through a recognised anchorage for small craft. A general boat operator licence is required by any person over the age of 16 who is operating a powered recreational vessel. (4) are accompanied by an appropriate powered rescue craft carrying the following equipment: a. lifesaving appliances sufficient to support all persons that may be required to be to rescued or, b. PFD Type 1, 2 or 3 sufficient to support all persons that may be required to be rescued, (i) all operators and occupants of a rowing boat or canoe or kayak engaged in Formal Training or Competition on inland waters, not being formal training or competition of which any part is conducted on water forming rapids, are exempt from PFD wearing requirements specified in Regulation 232. Our waterway maps page has interactive and printable maps of the operating rules of Victoria's waterways. must ensure that the vessel is operated in a manner so as to keep: (i) as far to the right as practicable when entering or leaving the access lane; or, (ii) as far to the left as possible when entering or leaving the access lane where a Schedule prescribes that vessels must be operated in a clockwise direction in relation to the approximate centre of the waterway; and. 3. Individual staff hours may vary from standard office hours at times. If you witness dangerous behaviour, please contact Water Police on (03) 9399 7500 and provide details of what you are observing. All persons involved in recreational boating in Victoria, and the vessels they operate are required to comply with the relevant marine safety laws in the State. Just as motorists must know what to do when approaching a four way stop, every crossing situation at sea is like approaching an unmarked intersection. The master of a vessel must not cause or allow the vessel to be anchored in a channel that is marked with beacons or buoys. (1) The master of a vessel which is towing a water skier at a speed exceeding 5 knots must ensure that the vessel is operated in a manner such that it departs from and returns to the shore only through an access lane. (3)      In accordance with section 260(1)(c) of the Act, owners of a vessel to which this exemption applies are exempt from the requirements of section 52 of the Act - offence to allow a non-licensed person to be the master of a registered recreational vessel (subject to the conditions set out at clause 2). (a) within 50 metres of any boat launching ramp that is being used or is about to be used for the launching or recovery of any vessel; or. (a)   kayaks and canoes that are powered by an electric motor with power output as indicated at clause 1 of this notice, that are recreational vessels operating on Victorian State waters, and. 'Water-skier' means a person being towed by a vessel which has an engine that is used for propulsion whether or not the person is wearing water-skis or: (c) is engaging in para-sailing or in a similar activity. Department of Sustainability and Environment is now the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP). This notice of exemption applies to the Masters of the MV Geelong Flyer and MV Bellarine Express when operating on the waters of the Yarra River between the Southern dripline of the West Gate Bridge and the Western drip line of the Bolte Bridge. On the Murray River, which borders Victoria and New South Wales, the laws of NSW apply. 'Personal Watercraft' includes a power ski, aqua-scooter, jet bike, jet ski, wave runner, wave jammer, ski-free, motorised surfboard and any similar vessel that has an engine used for propulsion. Anyone aged fourteen or older can register a boat. You can get a marine and PWC licence by taking a test, or by converting an interstate or overseas licence. COVID-19 Update – 7th Sept 2020: GREAT NEWS!!! A waterway manager, port management body or local port manager can apply for rules to be made for waterways under their control, through mechanisms such as the making of permanent waterway rules (which involves a public consultation process). If you are seeking a new PEM certificate or the renewal of PEM certificate, please complete the relevant form (CC13 and CC14 respectively) from the link below and send with all supporting documentation to: Please do not post any documentation as TSV staff are working remotely and will not be able to access these documents. (2) A water-skier must not enter an area of water specified in a Schedule as an area where water skiers are prohibited. This exemption is subject to the following conditions. Waterway managers are required to revoke the exclusion zone by a Government Gazette notice. The Maritime Safety Branch of Transport Safety Victoria remains open for business. Will TSV be maintaining a presence at boat shows and seminars? The Lake Charlegrark Recreation Reserve Committee Inc. Unless otherwise specified in a Schedule, the master of a vessel must not cause or allow the vessel to be operated in coastal waters or in enclosed waters at a speed exceeding 5 knots: 5. 17. To modify an approved event, please contact the relevant waterway manager and email us at: If an approved event with an associated exclusion zone is cancelled, please contact the relevant waterway manager. (2) The master of a vessel must not cause or allow the vessel to be operated in an access lane except for the purposes of-, dropping off or picking up a water-skier; or. If you wish to discuss any other matter relating to maritime safety, call us on 1800 223 022 or email us at. (i) all mechanically powered vessels (other than personal watercraft), operated by Life Saving Victoria, up to and including 4.8 metres in length whilst operating within visual range of a staffed lifesaving facility or flagged area are exempt from the carriage of safety equipment requirements specified in Regulation 230, (ii) all mechanically powered vessels up to and including 4.8 metres in length (other than personal watercraft), operated by Life Saving Victoria outside visual range of a staffed lifesaving facility or flagged area are exempt from the carriage of safety equipment requirements specified in Regulation 230 providing a Life Saving Victoria approved communications radio is carried on board and occupants wear a PFD Type 1, 2 or 3 at all times, (iii) all vessels propelled by paddle or oar operated by Life Saving Victoria whilst engaged in Formal Training or Competition or operated within visual range of a staffed lifesaving facility or flagged area are exempt from the carriage of safety equipment requirements specified in Regulation 230, (i) all operators and occupants of mechanically powered vessels (other than personal watercraft), operated by Life Saving Victoria, up to and including 4.8 metres in length whilst operating within visual range of a staffed lifesaving facility or flagged area are exempt from PFD wearing requirements specified in Regulation 232, (ii) all operators and occupants of mechanically powered vessels up to and including 4.8 metres in length (other than personal watercraft), operated by Life Saving Victoria outside visual range of a staffed lifesaving facility or flagged area are exempt from PFD wearing requirements specified in Regulation 232 providing a Life Saving Victoria approved communications radio is carried on board and occupants wear a PFD Type 1, 2 or 3 at all times. It is important the risks of COVID-19 are adequately identified, addressed and managed when planning and staging an event. Requirement to display amber light at all times. Notice is hereby given under Regulation 231 of the Marine Regulations 1999 made under the provisions of the Marine Act 1988 of exemptions as described in this Notice from the carriage of safety equipment requirements specified in Regulation 230 and/or the Personal Flotation Device (PFD) wearing requirements specified in Regulation 232 of the Marine Regulations 1999. To use Personal Watercrafts (PWC) like jet-skis, your marine licence needs a PWC endorsement. (1) The master of a vessel towing a water-skier must not cause or allow the vessel to enter an area of water specified in a Schedule as an area where water skiers are prohibited. (2) each occupant wears a PFD Type 1, 2 or 3 at all times or. 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