MCQ Flashcards

Under MLC 2006, what is the maximum period of continuous service onboard a ship before a seafarer is entitled to shore leave?

Answer: 6 months

MLC 2006 Regulation 2.4 entitles seafarers to shore leave after a maximum of 6 months of continuous service.

Which MLC 2006 Standard governs the minimum age for work on ships?

Answer: Standard A1.1

Standard A1.1 sets the minimum age of 16 for seafarers, with certain night work and hazardous work restrictions.

Under MLC 2006, which body is primarily responsible for port State control inspections related to seafarers' living and working conditions?

Answer: Port State Control Officer

Port State Control Officers (PSCOs) conduct MLC inspections in port to verify compliance with seafarer rights.

What document must a ship carry to demonstrate MLC 2006 compliance, applicable to ships of 500 GT or more engaged in international voyages?

Answer: Maritime Labour Certificate

The Maritime Labour Certificate (MLC) is issued to ships of 500 GT or more on international voyages, evidencing compliance.

Under MLC 2006, if a seafarer's employment agreement is terminated due to shipwreck, what financial compensation must be provided?

Answer: Wages, repatriation costs, and unemployment indemnity

Standard A2.6 requires that seafarers receive wages, repatriation, and unemployment indemnity in cases of ship loss or foundering.

MLC 2006 requires that seafarers have access to adequate, varied, and nutritious food. Who bears the cost of meals while a seafarer is onboard?

Answer: The shipowner

Standard A3.2 requires shipowners to provide food and drinking water free of charge to seafarers onboard.

Under MLC 2006, what is the minimum notice period a seafarer must give to terminate a Seafarers' Employment Agreement (SEA) early?

Answer: Determined by the SEA, not less than 7 days

Standard A2.1 requires a minimum notice period of 7 days for early termination, with the exact period specified in the SEA.