Commercial vessel safety

Welcome to the commercial boating safety section of iMarine.

The Department for Planning and Infrastructure promotes the safety of commercial marine operations as required by Western Australian legislation.

The Western Australian State Government legislates for the safe and correct construction, modification and operation of commercial vessels for use in the navigable waters of the State (rivers, lakes, estuaries, territorial waters) and seas adjacent to the State of Western Australia.

The industry’s vigour and growth depend upon all commercial builders recognising that one badly constructed vessel being exported interstate or overseas compromises the reputation of all Western Australian builders.

This section provides information on rules, regulations ad definitions related to commercial vessels.

For information on commercial vessel surveys refer to registration and vessel surveys.

Remember, everyone has some responsibility for themselves and those around them. The safety and seaworthiness of a commercial vessel is your responsibility.

We hope that you will find this information useful and informative.