MLC

Question 1

What is the ILO?

Answer 1

ILO (International Labour Organisation): promotes social justice & labour rights.

Question 2

What is the MLC and when was it adopted?

Answer 2

MLC 2006: 4th pillar of maritime law (with SOLAS, STCW, MARPOL).

Entered into force: 2014 (UK ratified 2013).

Question 3

What is the main purpose of MLC?

Answer 3

Objective: decent working/living conditions & fair competition for shipowners.

Question 4

Which ships need a Maritime Labour Certificate?

Answer 4

Ships ≥500 GT on international voyages need Maritime Labour Certificate (MLC Cert.).

Question 5

How long is the MLC certificate valid?

Answer 5

Valid 5 years + intermediate inspection at 2–3 years.

Question 6

Which ships are exempt from MLC?

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Answer 6

Applies to all seagoing UK ships except:

pleasure,

fishing,

traditional build

warships,

non-commercial.

Question 7

What must an SEA contain?

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Answer 7

Must include:

Name,

job description,

voyage,

pay,

hours,

leave,

notice period & termination terms.

Question 8

How long can a crew agreement last?

Answer 8

Valid max 12 months → must renew.

Question 9

What is the minimum rest in 24 hours?

Answer 9

Min 10 hrs rest/24h.

Question 10

What is the minimum rest in 7 days?

Answer 10

77 hrs rest/7 days.

Question 11

How many rest periods can hours be split into?

Answer 11

Rest can be split into max 2 periods (≥6 hrs one).

Question 12

What is the maximum interval between rest periods?

Answer 12

Max interval between rest = 14 hrs.

Question 13

How much annual leave is a seafarer entitled to?

Answer 13

2.5 days paid leave/month + 8 public holidays/year.

Question 14

What is the onboard complaint procedure?

Answer 14

Must have onboard complaints procedure.

Question 15

Who can a seafarer complain to?

Answer 15

Can complain directly to Master/MCA/external authorities.

Question 16

Can a seafarer be punished for making a complaint?

Answer 16

No retaliation allowed.

Question 17

If a complaint is unresolved in a UK port, what can you do?

Answer 17

If not resolved onboard → escalate ashore (MCA).

Question 18

What vessels are not covered by MLC?

Answer 18

Still require crew agreements (esp. pleasure yachts >4 paid crew, fishing excluded).

Question 19

What regulation applies to non-MLC crew agreements?

Answer 19

1991 Crew Agreement Regs still apply for some non-MLC ships.

Question 20

Do pleasure yachts require SEAs?

Answer 20

Yes, pleasure yachts >4 paid crew require crew agreements.

Question 21

Who pays for repatriation under MLC?

Answer 21

MCA provides model format.

Question 22

What is MLC?

Answer 22

The Maritime Labour Convention, set by the International Labour Organization, which establishes minimum global standards for seafarers’ living and working conditions.

The MLC aims to ensure decent working and living conditions for seafarers.

Question 23

List the five titles covered by MLC.

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Answer 23

• Minimum requirements for seafarers to work on a ship
• Conditions of employment
• Accommodation, recreational facilities, food and catering
• Health protection, medical care, welfare and social security protection
• Compliance and enforcement

These titles outline the essential rights and protections for seafarers under the MLC.

Question 24

What is an SEA?

Answer 24

Seafarer’s Employment Agreement - a legally enforceable agreement between a seafarer and the ship owner, required for all seafarers on MLC-compliant vessels.

The SEA ensures that seafarers are aware of their rights and obligations.

Question 25

What are the **minimum rest hours** required by MLC?

Answer 25

* 10 hours in any 24-hour period * 77 hours in any 7-day period ## Footnote These rest hours are designed to ensure seafarers are well-rested and fit for duty.

Question 26

How can you identify an **MLC-compliant vessel**?

Answer 26

Ships of 500GT and over operating internationally or in a foreign port require a valid Maritime Labour Certificate. ## Footnote The certificate confirms that the vessel meets the standards set by the MLC.

Question 27

What is the **validity period** of a Maritime Labour Certificate and when is an intermediate inspection required?

Answer 27

Valid for five years, with an intermediate inspection required between the second and third year. ## Footnote This ensures ongoing compliance with MLC standards.

Question 28

Who is responsible for ensuring a seafarer is properly **rested** when beginning duty?

Answer 28

The seafarer themselves is responsible for ensuring they are properly rested. ## Footnote Personal responsibility is crucial for maintaining safety and performance at sea.

Question 29

What should you do if you have a **complaint** on board an MLC-compliant vessel?

Answer 29

Follow the on-board complaints procedure, which should seek to resolve the complaint at the lowest level possible and allow you to complain directly to the Master if necessary. ## Footnote This process is designed to ensure that issues are addressed efficiently and effectively.