MLC Wages and Financial Entitlements 3

Question 1

Under MLC 2006, can a flag state set a national minimum wage for seafarers lower than the ILO Joint Maritime Commission minimum?

Accepted Answer

No, the ILO minimum is the floor

Answer

Yes, if the economy is developing

Answer

Yes, with port state approval

Answer

Yes, by collective bargaining agreement only

Question 2

Under MLC 2006, overtime payment rates must be at least what percentage above the basic hourly rate?

Accepted Answer

125% (1.25 times the basic rate)

Answer

150% (1.5 times)

Answer

200% (double time)

Answer

110% (1.1 times)

Question 3

Under MLC 2006, what record must the master keep regarding wages paid on board?

Accepted Answer

A record of wages paid, including any deductions, signed by the seafarer

Answer

Only a total payroll summary

Answer

A verbal record witnessed by the chief officer

Answer

A record kept solely by the shipowner ashore

Question 4

Under MLC 2006, what is the purpose of the financial security requirement related to seafarer wages (2014 amendments)?

Accepted Answer

To guarantee unpaid wages and repatriation costs when a shipowner abandons seafarers

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To fund the flag state's port state control programme

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To pay for ship repair costs

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To cover cargo damage claims

Question 5

Under MLC 2006, can a seafarer's wages be attached (garnished) while the ship is in port?

Accepted Answer

Only to the extent permitted by national law

Answer

Yes, without restriction

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No, wages are fully protected from attachment

Answer

Only with ITF approval

Question 6

Under MLC 2006, annual leave days must be calculated based on what?

Accepted Answer

Calendar days of service excluding sick leave and public holidays as permitted by national law

Answer

Working days only

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Total calendar days including sick leave

Answer

Flag state-specific formulas