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Implementation of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 - inspection and certification of the maritime labour conditions of Indian flag ships-reg

Applicable to: Indian flag ships
Effective Date: Immediate
Superseded Circulars: None

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Fee Structure for Certificate Amendments

Fees have been introduced for certain amendments to the Maritime Labour Certificate and DMLC Part II.

  • Change of name/address of ship-owner: ₹5,000/-
  • Change of ship-owner/flag/validity extension: Fees as per initial issuance
  • Re-issuance of lost certificate: ₹5,000/-

2. Updated Health and Safety Requirements

Ship-owners must now report and investigate occupational accidents, injuries, and diseases, including harassment and bullying.

  • Occupational accidents/injuries/diseases: Report and investigate as per Merchant Shipping Act, 1958
  • Harassment and bullying: Investigate causes and circumstances
MLC, 2006  4.3.9.19 - Problems arising from harassment and bullying
Important Note

Ships not likely to be operational should take appropriate measures for renewal of Maritime Labour Certificate as per MLC, 2006.

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