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  1. Under MLC, what financial security must shipowners provide in cases of seafarer abandonment?

    Answer: Financial security to cover outstanding wages, repatriation, and essential needs

    MLC Standard A2.6 requires shipowners to provide financial security to cover unpaid wages, repatriation costs, and essential needs when a seafarer is abandoned.

  2. How many Titles does the MLC, 2006 contain?

    Answer: 5

    The MLC, 2006 contains five Titles covering minimum requirements, conditions of employment, accommodation, health and welfare, and compliance.

  3. What is the role of Port State Control under the MLC, 2006?

    Answer: To inspect foreign ships for MLC compliance when in port

    Port State Control officers may inspect foreign-flagged ships calling at their ports to verify MLC compliance.

  4. Under MLC, what minimum hours of REST must a seafarer receive in any 24-hour period?

    Answer: 10 hours

    MLC Standard A2.3 requires seafarers to have a minimum of 10 hours of rest in any 24-hour period.

  5. Which convention did the MLC, 2006 consolidate to replace outdated maritime labor instruments?

    Answer: Over 68 previous ILO maritime conventions and recommendations

    The MLC, 2006 consolidated and updated over 68 previous ILO maritime labor instruments into one comprehensive convention.

  6. Under MLC, if a seafarer suffers a work-related injury or illness, how long must the shipowner cover medical expenses?

    Answer: Until the seafarer is fit for duty or for 16 weeks, whichever comes first

    Standard A4.2 requires shipowners to cover medical costs until recovery or until a sickness benefit is established, for up to 16 weeks.

  7. What does the MLC, 2006 require regarding access to shore-based welfare facilities for seafarers?

    Answer: Member states should promote the establishment of welfare facilities in ports

    Regulation 4.4 requires member states to promote the availability of welfare facilities for seafarers in or near ports.