Exam Question

This question pertains to Title 1 of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006, which sets out the minimum requirements for seafarers to work on a ship. The convention is often referred to as the 'Seafarers' Bill of Rights' and establishes the standards for their fair treatment, employment, and living/working conditions.
### (a) Minimum Age to Work on a Ship (Regulation 1.1)
This regulation aims to prevent child labour at sea and protect young persons from exploitation and hazardous working environments.
* **Absolute Minimum Age:** The convention explicitly prohibits the employment, engagement, or work of any person **under the age of 16** on a ship. This is a non-negotiable international standard.