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Australasian Hydrographic Surveyors Certification Panel
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This factsheet explains the role of the Australasian Hydrographic Surveyors Certification Panel (AHSCP) in assessing and certifying hydrographic surveyors against internationally recognised standards.
It outlines the importance of ensuring surveyors have the appropriate combination of education, skills and practical experience to undertake hydrographic surveys that support safe navigation, marine development and environmental protection, and describes the certification process, competency requirements and benefits for industry, employers and maritime authorities.
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