The 2026 edition of the Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (COSWP), published 18 March 2026 and legally required onboard UK flagged merchant ships.
This document includes the text and images from the code of safe working practices for merchant seafarers (COSWP) 2026 edition, published on 18 March 2026.
There is a legal requirement for the Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers (COSWP) to be carried, and readily accessible, onboard UK flagged merchant ships. Further information can be found within MGN 539 (M) Amendment 4 carriage of the code of safe working practices.