Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST) is a statutory authority that was established on 30 July 1997 to manage functions relating to the safe operation of all recreational boats and commercial vessels up to 500 tonnes, or 35 metres in length, in Tasmania. ;;;;Two of the primary roles of the Authority are to ensure the safe operation of vessels in all Tasmanian waters and to manage its marine facilities. MAST has taken over the regulatory and safety functions performed by the former Marine Boards including the registration of vessels, licensing of motor boat operators and the management of moorings.;;