MLC Trivia 2

Question 1

In what year did the Maritime Labour Convention enter into force?

Accepted Answer

2013

Answer

The MLC, 2006 entered into force on August 20, 2013, after meeting ratification thresholds.

Question 2

Which body of the International Labour Organization adopted the MLC, 2006?

Accepted Answer

The International Labour Conference

Answer

The International Labour Conference adopted the MLC, 2006 at a special session in Geneva in February 2006.

Question 3

What is the minimum age for seafarers to work on a ship under the MLC, 2006?

Accepted Answer

16

Answer

Under MLC Regulation 1.1, no seafarer under the age of 16 may work on a ship.

Question 4

Under the MLC, 2006, what is the maximum number of hours of work in any 7-day period?

Accepted Answer

84 hours

Answer

The MLC sets a maximum of 14 hours work in any 24-hour period and 84 hours in any 7-day period.

Question 5

Which document must every seafarer hold to prove their qualifications and service history under MLC?

Accepted Answer

Seafarer's Discharge Book

Answer

A Seafarer's Discharge Book records service history, though the MLC also requires a Seafarer's Employment Agreement.

MLC - Maritime Labour Convention Practice Test