1. Areas of Application
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Statutory Documents - MCA Publications - MGN 280 - Small Vessels in Commercial Use for Sport or Pleasure, Workboats and Pilot Boats - Alternative Construction Standards - Annex 3 - The Manning of Small Vessels - General - 1. Areas of Application

1. Areas of Application

 Commercially operated vessels operating within the following areas should carry at least the qualified personnel shown in Section 2 below:-

Area Category 6 To sea, within 3 miles from a nominated departure point(s) and never more than 3 miles from land, in favourable weather and daylight
Area Category 5 To sea, Within 20 miles from a nominated departure point in favourable weather and daylight.
Area Category 4 Up to 20 miles from a safe haven, in favourable weather and in daylight
Area Category 3 Up to 20 miles from a safe haven
Area Category 2 Up to 60 miles from a safe haven
Area Category 1 Up to 150 miles from a safe haven
Area Category 0 Unrestricted service
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