Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006 Training Course

Understand why the MLC Code is mandatory

Appreciate the requirements of the MLC Code

Understand the structure, titles and articles of the MLC Code

Understand the application of MLC

Understand the responsibilities of ship owners, managers, seafarers and crewing agencies

Understand flag state responsibilities under MLC

Understand Port State Control responsibilities under MLC

Understand the inspection and certification of the MLC Code 

Understand the objectives of conducting inspections

An Introduction, background and justification for the MLC Code.

The main principles of the Code

Structure of the MLC Code

Application of the code and effects on seafarers, as well as effects on ship owners

Flexibilities within the code

Certification and inspections

Complaints procedures under MLC 06

Seafarers Employment Agreements (SEA’s)

Issue and challenges