Flag State MLC standards course is meticulously designed to equip Flag State Control Officers (FSCOs) globally with critical knowledge and practical skills related to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006. Focusing on the mandatory requirements of the MLC, the course provides an in-depth understanding of the challenges and nuances of conducting audits and inspections.
Participants will explore the often-overlooked areas of shipboard contractual, living, and working conditions, learning the best practices for flag state inspections of vessels flying their flag. The training delves into implementing MLC, a pivotal force in maritime labour, for over a decade. It emphasises the need for strict labour welfare policies and practices on ships, covering aspects like contractual agreements for seafarers, working and rest hours, onboard health and safety, and ensuring fairness in the global shipping industry.
The course aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of MLC standards, ensuring participants are well-prepared to uphold justice and fair treatment in the international maritime workforce.
This course is designed to empower participants from flag state administrations with a comprehensive understanding of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) inspection methods. The objectives include:
- Familiarisation with MLC Inspection Techniques: Participants will gain familiarity with the standard inspection methods under the MLC convention, essential for meeting the International Maritime Organization (IMO) certification requirements.
- Understanding of Verification and Control Processes: The course will cover the verification processes and control over safety elements mandated by this crucial maritime convention.
- Comprehensive Review of MLC Titles: Participants will learn how to effectively inspect and evaluate seafarers' living and working conditions, spanning across the five titles of the MLC convention, ensuring thorough understanding and application in inspections of ships and maritime companies.
This course is specifically tailored for professionals involved in enforcing and complying with the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) global labour standards. It is particularly beneficial for:
- Flag State Administration staff engaged with MLC & and related audits and inspections.
- Crew recruitment agency staff
- Shipping companies, ship managers and superintendents
- Sea-going officers and engineers
- Legal aid teams and maritime law experts
- Enforcement agencies: operators and managers
- Vetting inspectors
- Parties with concerns about fleet labour issues