The obligation
The code should be used with relevant Marine Orders, port-specific rules and other WHS codes of practice relevant to stevedoring.
The code should be used in conjunction with relevant Marine Orders, including Marine Order 21 (safety of navigation and emergency procedures), 32 (cargo handling equipment), 42 (cargo stowage and securing) and 44 (safe containers), and port-specific regulation such as harbour master's directions.
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- What
- The code should be used with relevant Marine Orders, port-specific rules and other WHS codes of practice relevant to stevedoring.
- Source
- worksafe.nt.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Marine Orders and other codes to use alongside the stevedoring code is a WHS requirement set out in Managing risks in stevedoring (NT). It is made under Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011 (NT). The relevant provision is NT > Codes of Practice > Work Health and Safety > Managing risks in stevedoring.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Marine Orders and other codes to use alongside the stevedoring code is a WHS obligation under Managing risks in stevedoring (NT). In short, The code should be used with relevant Marine Orders, port-specific rules and other WHS codes of practice relevant to stevedoring.
What changed recently?
Marine Orders and other codes to use alongside the stevedoring code was last updated on 19 October 2026.