Complete study guide for Maritime Labour Convention MLC 2006 in the MEO Class 1 written examination conducted by MMD / DG Shipping, Government of India. This topic has appeared 14+ times in past papers and is covered in Sailr Network's AI-powered 5-phase study system — available for MEO Class 1, Class 2, Class 4, Master FG, Chief Mate, and ETO examinations.
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With regard to Minimum requirements for seafarers to work on a ship, as per MLC 2006, write short notes on the following: (a) Minimum age to work on a ship (b) Medical certification for duties on board (c) Training and qualifications (d) Recruitment and placement.
(a) Discuss the social security provisions for seafarers as outlined in the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006 and explain the key social security benefits provided under the MLC. (8) (b) Briefly discuss the Government of India’s initiatives aimed at improving the welfare and social security of Indian seafarers. How do these initiatives align with the MLC’s requirements. (8)
(a) What do you understand by 'abandonment' of seafarers? What is cause of the ever-increasing number of seafarer's getting abandoned in various parts of the world? (8) (b) Discuss the role of international organizations such as the ILO, IT and the available provisions within the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 to aid the seafarers in such situations. (8)
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