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MLC 2006

The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 is an international labor convention that sets minimum working and living standards for seafarers, often referred to as the 'Seafarers' Bill of Rights.' It aims to ensure decent working conditions, safety, and fair treatment for seafarers while consolidating over 60 ILO conventions into a single framework. The MLC 2006 applies to all seafarers on commercial ships and mandates compliance through inspections and certifications.

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MLC 2006

The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 is an international labor convention that sets minimum working and living standards for seafarers, often referred to as the 'Seafarers' Bill of Rights.' It aims to ensure decent working conditions, safety, and fair treatment for seafarers while consolidating over 60 ILO conventions into a single framework. The MLC 2006 applies to all seafarers on commercial ships and mandates compliance through inspections and certifications.

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Sure!

Here’s a concise overview of MLC 2006 — the Maritime Labour


Convention, 2006:

⚓️Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006

What is MLC 2006?

 It’s an international labor convention adopted by the


International Labour Organization (ILO).

 Often called the “Seafarers’ Bill of Rights”.

 Sets minimum working and living standards for all seafarers


worldwide.

 Came into force on 20 August 2013.

Purpose

 To ensure decent working conditions, safety, and fair treatment


of seafarers.

 To consolidate and update more than 60 ILO conventions and


recommendations into a single framework.

Key Areas Covered

Aspect Description

Sets minimum age for employment (usually 16 or


Minimum Age
18 years).

Employment
Rights and conditions in contracts, clear terms.
Agreements

Limits to working hours and minimum rest


Hours of Work and Rest
periods to avoid fatigue.

Accommodation, Food, Standards for decent living quarters and


and Catering nutritious food onboard.
Aspect Description

Health and Safety Measures for onboard medical care, occupational


Protection safety, and accident prevention.

Access to medical treatment onshore and


Medical Care
onboard.

Protection against sickness, injury, or


Social Protection
unemployment.

Complaint Procedures Fair procedures for seafarers to raise grievances.

Repatriation Rights to return home at employer’s expense.

Who Does it Apply To?

 All seafarers working on ships engaged in commercial activities.

 Applies to both shipowners and flag states (countries where ships


are registered).

Implementation and Enforcement

 Ships must carry a MLC Certificate issued after inspection verifying


compliance.

 Port State Control can detain ships failing MLC standards.

 Regular inspections and audits ensure compliance.

Why is MLC Important?

 Protects seafarers from exploitation.

 Improves working and living conditions.

 Harmonizes labor standards globally.

 Supports shipowners by providing clear rules.

If you want, I can provide:


 A summary of seafarers’ rights under MLC 2006.

 A checklist for ship compliance with MLC.

 Details on hours of work and rest requirements.

Would you like any of these?

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You said:

A summary of seafarers’ rights under MLC 2006.

ChatGPT said:

Certainly! Here’s a clear summary of seafarers’ rights under MLC 2006 —


the core protections and entitlements every seafarer has onboard:

⚓️Seafarers’ Rights Under MLC 2006

1. Right to Fair Employment Conditions

 Written employment agreement with clear terms (wages, duties,


hours, leave).

 Protection against unfair dismissal.

 Right to compensation and social security benefits.

2. Right to Safe and Healthy Working Conditions

 Safe shipboard environment.

 Adequate personal protective equipment.

 Training and drills on safety and emergency procedures.

 Access to medical care and health protection.

3. Right to Fair Hours of Work and Rest

 Limits on working hours (max 14 hours/day, 72 hours/7 days).


 Minimum rest periods (at least 10 hours in 24 hours, 77 hours in 7
days).

 Prevents fatigue to protect health and safety.

4. Right to Decent Living Conditions

 Adequate accommodation with privacy.

 Proper ventilation, lighting, heating, and sanitation.

 Quality food and drinking water.

5. Right to Medical Care and Health Protection

 Access to prompt medical treatment onboard and ashore.

 Medical certificates to confirm fitness for work.

 Medical care at no cost when injured or ill on duty.

6. Right to Repatriation

 Right to be returned home at employer’s expense if contract ends or


due to illness, injury, or abandonment.

 Protection against being stranded far from home.

7. Right to Social Protection

 Access to social security, compensation for work-related injuries or


illnesses.

 Protection from exploitation and forced labor.

8. Right to Raise Complaints and Seek Redress

 Access to fair and effective complaint procedures onboard and ashore.

 Protection against retaliation for reporting issues.


9. Right to Seafarer Identity Documents

 Access to necessary travel documents without unreasonable delay.

Summary Table

Right What It Means

Written contract, fair pay, job


Fair Employment
security

Safe Work Protection from hazards, safety


Environment training

Limits on work time, guaranteed


Hours and Rest
rest

Good accommodation, food,


Decent Living
hygiene

Medical Care Treatment onboard and ashore

Repatriation Return home paid by employer

Compensation and security


Social Protection
benefits

Complaint Handling Fair process to report problems

Timely access to ID and travel


Travel Documents
papers

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