MLC MCQ 4

Question 1

Under MLC 2006, what is the maximum hours of work or minimum hours of rest that may be set as the standard for seafarers?

Accepted Answer

Max work: 14 hrs/day and 72 hrs/week OR min rest: 10 hrs/day and 77 hrs/week

Answer

Standard A2.3 sets two alternative limits: max 14 hours work/day and 72/week, OR min 10 hours rest/day and 77 hours rest/week.

Question 2

Under MLC 2006, how many hours of rest must be provided within any 24-hour period for seafarers subject to the rest-hour system?

Accepted Answer

10 hours

Answer

Standard A2.3 requires a minimum of 10 hours of rest in any 24-hour period under the rest-hours system.

Question 3

When a Port State Control inspection reveals a serious deficiency under MLC 2006, what is the most severe action a PSCO can take?

Accepted Answer

Detain the ship

Answer

PSCOs can detain a vessel when serious deficiencies are found that pose a danger to seafarers' safety, health, or security.

Question 4

Under MLC 2006, who is responsible for repatriating a seafarer whose employment has been terminated by the shipowner in a foreign port?

Accepted Answer

The shipowner

Answer

Standard A2.5 places the cost and responsibility of repatriation on the shipowner when the seafarer's contract is terminated.

Question 5

Under MLC 2006, the Medical Fitness Certificate (ENG1 equivalent) issued to a seafarer is valid for a maximum of:

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

Standard A1.2 specifies that medical certificates are valid for a maximum of two years (one year for seafarers under 18).

MLC - Maritime Labour Convention Practice Test