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Amendment 2 outlines guidance for seafarers about their protection, rights and entitlements under the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006.
A summary of statutory guidelines for employing any person under the age of 18, and the outer cover.
Amendment 1 provisions for continuation of a seafarer's entitlements in relation to payment of wages, if held captive in the event of piracy or armed robbery.
Information outlining the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC), amendments 2022 and proposals for implementation into UK legislation with guidance to industry.
Amendment 2 draws the attention of owners and crew, to the inherent dangers on vessels not properly equipped for overnight sleeping on-board.
Amendment 1 outlines circumstances in which shipowners are required to repatriate seafarers under the MLC and guidance on the maximum period of sea service.
This guidance outlines the arrangements in place in the UK for accessing shore based welfare facilities.
Accessibility and cookie statements for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency's certificate of competency checker service.
Amendment 1 outlines information about the safety and duty of care for people on a vessel who are not employed by the ship owner.
Fishing vessel owners must have insurance, or another form of financial security, to meet their liabilities and requirements under ILO 188.
The minimum standards to be met in paying fishermen for their work on fishing vessels whether fishermen are employed or work as self-employed share fishermen.
If a fisherman requires medical care while working on a fishing vessel they must receive this free of charge and costs rest with the fishing vessel owner.
Amendment 1provides information on the cause and prevention of infectious disease at sea.
Amendment 2 clarifies the provisions within the notice for shipowners and adds a section on qualifications for seafarers holding Russian certificates of competency.
Draft marine notices to implement the international requirements for training, certification and watchkeeping (STCW).
Maritime health seminar presentations held during 2022.
This notice provides guidance on the application of the requirement for a seafarer employment agreement to trainees engaged through an approved training provider on a UK ship
Obligations to maintain a list of crew, including all changes, at an address in the United Kingdom.
Draft Regulations and Explanatory Memorandum to implement the international requirements for training, certification and watchkeeping (STCW).
All UK fishing vessels must have a list of crew on board which must be left with the nominated person before or immediately after the departure of the vessel.
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