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Guidance on the 5 titles of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006, and the regulations applying to UK ships under each one.
Amendment 1 updates information explaining the UK’s understanding of specific terms used in the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC).
Summary The purpose of the Marine Guidance Notice is to explain the UK’s…
Amendment 4 provisions for continuation of a seafarers entitlement under their seafarer employment agreement if held captive in the event of piracy or armed robbery.
Amendment 2 outlines mandatory requirements specified by the Secretary of State under the hours of work regulations and gives guidance on their application.
How to comply with merchant shipping (Maritime Labour Convention)(survey and certification) regulations 2013.
Fishermen working on a fishing vessel engaged in commercial operations, must have a fisherman’s work agreement (FWA), setting out their terms and conditions.
This notice describes revised arrangements for verification of sea service testimonials of seafarers working in the large yacht sector.
The Seafarers' Charter is a voluntary agreement of standards for seafarers between the UK government and maritime operators.
Amendment 4 outlines arrangements for the survey, inspection and certification of seafarers living and working conditions on board UK ships, following MLC 2006.
Discontinuation of printing and supply of certificates of discharge by maritime and coastguard agency and transfer of responsibility to owner if still required.
A quick-reference guide to UK regulations and procedures.
Guidance on when seafarers and other persons who work at sea are entitled to the minimum wage.
This notice outlines information on the regulations, policies and procedures for the issue of discharge books
Accepted food hygiene or food safety qualifications as applicable to ships cook's and others processing food in the galley.
Accessibility and cookie statements for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency's certificate of competency checker service.
Amendment 1 provides information on the requirements of the maritime labour convention relating to ship's cooks and catering staff.
Amendment 1provides information on the cause and prevention of infectious disease at sea.
Amendment 2 advises on the protection of maritime workers from the risks associated with working at height.
Amendment 3 provides guidance on the arrangements in place for inspection for Maritime Labour Convention compliance.
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