MLC Flag State and Port State Control

Question 1

Under MLC 2006, which certificate must ships of 500 GT or more engaged on international voyages carry to demonstrate MLC compliance?

Accepted Answer

Maritime Labour Certificate (MLC)

Answer

MLC 2006 requires ships of 500 GT or more on international voyages to carry a Maritime Labour Certificate (MLC).

Question 2

Under MLC 2006, the Maritime Labour Certificate must be accompanied by what document?

Accepted Answer

A Declaration of Maritime Labour Compliance (DMLC) Parts I and II

Answer

The Maritime Labour Certificate must be accompanied by a Declaration of Maritime Labour Compliance (DMLC) consisting of Parts I and II.

Question 3

Under MLC 2006, what does DMLC Part I contain?

Accepted Answer

National requirements implementing MLC provisions as set by the flag state

Answer

DMLC Part I is prepared by the flag state and lists the national laws implementing MLC 2006 requirements.

Question 4

Under MLC 2006, what does DMLC Part II contain?

Accepted Answer

Measures the shipowner has taken to ensure ongoing compliance between inspections

Answer

DMLC Part II is prepared by the shipowner and describes the practical measures taken to maintain MLC compliance on board.

Question 5

Under MLC 2006, a Maritime Labour Certificate is valid for a maximum of how many years?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

MLC 2006 sets the maximum validity of the Maritime Labour Certificate at 5 years.

MLC - Maritime Labour Convention Practice Test