Transport Ministry of the Russian Federation has commenced developing Regulations for Port Harbour Masters to prevent calls to a seaport or anchorage of vessels in case of their non-compliance with requirements on safe navigation and protection of the marine environment from ship-generated pollution. According to the federal portal of regulatory legal acts, recently launched procedure of public discussion will last till September 18, 2015. Draft document has not been published yet.
Under Article 76 of the Merchant Shipping Code of the Russian Federation, the functions of the Harbour Master of a seaport include ensuring safe navigation in seaports.