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समुद्रीय श्रम कन्वेsशन, 2006 का कार्यान्व यन – अनुसमर्थन और प्रवर्तन – संबंधी
Applicable to:
Indian flag shipping companies, Indian Registrar of Shipping, Principal Officers, Surveyors-in-Charge
Effective Date:
09.10.16
Superseded Circulars:
MS Notice No. 7 of 2013, No.16(5)/CR/2010-Vol-I dated 01.02.13, MS Notice No. 11 of 2013, MS Notice No.15 of 2013, MS Notice No.27 of 2013
Key Changes and Requirements
1. MLC-2006 Ratification and Enforcement
The Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC-2006) has been ratified by India and came into force on 09.10.16.
2. Existing 'Statements of Compliance' (SOC)
Existing SOCs issued to Indian flag ships are deemed as 'Maritime Labour certificates' until 09.10.17 or expiry of their validity.
- Action Required: Obtain a fresh 'Maritime Labour certificate' before 09.10.17 or expiry of SOC's validity.
Process for Fresh MLC Certificate:
Refer to the separate Merchant Shipping Notice issued by DGS.
Important Note
Non-compliance may result in ships being detained and/or penalties under the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958.
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