Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (2024 Edition)

In early April 2024, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is set to release a brand-new edition of the mandated code of safe working practices (COSWP).

The code has undergone a comprehensive redesign and modernisation process aimed at improving its structure, ensure consistency, and simplify its language. The use of recurring design features will facilitate quicker reference and enhance overall clarity and ease of understanding.

One notable change is the transition of the physical format from loose-leaf to bound. This shift is intended to enhance the end-user experience, eliminate the need for annual manual updates, and provide a more cost-effective and sustainable solution.