MARINE SAFETY ACT 1998 - SECT 3 Objects of Act

MARINE SAFETY ACT 1998 - SECT 3

3 Objects of Act

The objects of this Act are as follows--

(a) to ensure the safe operation of vessels in ports and other waterways,

(b) to promote the responsible operation of vessels in those waters so as to protect the safety and amenity of other users of those waters and the amenity of occupiers of adjoining land,

(b1) to provide an effective framework for the enforcement of marine legislation,

(c) to provide for the investigation of marine accidents and for appropriate action following any such investigation,

(d) to consolidate marine safety legislation.