Exam Question
Referring to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, discuss: (16)
(a) Minimum requirements for seafarers to work on a ship
(b) Conditions of employment
(c) Compliance and enforcement of the Convention.
(d) Abandonment of seafarers.
Class 1 (Chief Engineer)
Engineering Management
📅 Jun 2024
Reference Answer
The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006, established by the International Labour Organization (ILO), is often referred to as the 'seafarers' bill of rights'. It consolidates and updates more than 68 maritime labour instruments into a single, coherent convention. Its purpose is to ensure decent working and living conditions for all seafarers globally. The convention is structured into five Titles, with mandatory Regulations and a Code (Part A - mandatory standards, Part B - non-mandatory guidelines).
### (a) Minimum Requirements for Seafarers to Work on a Ship (Title 1)
Title 1 of the MLC sets out the fundamental requirements a person must meet before they can be employed as a seafarer. These are designed to protect the seafarer and ensure safety and competency onboard.
* **Regulation 1.1 – Minimum Age:**
### (a) Minimum Requirements for Seafarers to Work on a Ship (Title 1)
Title 1 of the MLC sets out the fundamental requirements a person must meet before they can be employed as a seafarer. These are designed to protect the seafarer and ensure safety and competency onboard.
* **Regulation 1.1 – Minimum Age:**
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