The MCA is responsible for enforcing safety on fishing vessels but HSE's legislation applies to their loading and unloading, and access to the vessels while this takes place. HSE also enforces in respect of fish farms.
The Regulations require:
More detailed guidance is available in the priced publications ‘A guide to the Loading and Unloading of Fishing Vessels Regulations 1988. Health and Safety Regulations No.28.’ HS/R 28 ISBN 011 88547 7. It can be ordered from HSE Books.