INTRODUCTION
Flag State MLC standards course is meticulously designed to equip Flag State Control Officers (FSCOs) globally with critical knowledge and practical skills related to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006. Focusing on the mandatory requirements of the MLC, the course provides an in-depth understanding of the challenges and nuances of conducting audits and inspections.
Participants will explore the often-overlooked areas of shipboard contractual, living, and working conditions, learning the best practices for flag state inspections of vessels flying their flag. The training delves into implementing MLC, a pivotal force in maritime labour, for over a decade. It emphasises the need for strict labour welfare policies and practices on ships, covering aspects like contractual agreements for seafarers, working and rest hours, onboard health and safety, and ensuring fairness in the global shipping industry.
The course aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of MLC standards, ensuring participants are well-prepared to uphold justice and fair treatment in the international maritime workforce.
OBJECTIVES
This course is designed to empower participants from flag state administrations with a comprehensive understanding of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) inspection methods. The objectives include:
Familiarisation with MLC Inspection Techniques: Participants will gain familiarity with the standard inspection methods under the MLC convention, essential for meeting the International Maritime Organization (IMO) certification requirements.
Understanding of Verification and Control Processes: The course will cover the verification processes and control over safety elements mandated by this crucial maritime convention.
Comprehensive Review of MLC Titles: Participants will learn how to effectively inspect and evaluate seafarers' living and working conditions, spanning across the five titles of the MLC convention, ensuring thorough understanding and application in inspections of ships and maritime companies.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND ?
This course is specifically tailored for professionals involved in enforcing and complying with the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) global labour standards. It is particularly beneficial for:
Flag State Administration staff engaged with MLC & and related audits and inspections.
Crew recruitment agency staff
Shipping companies, ship managers and superintendents
Sea-going officers and engineers
Legal aid teams and maritime law experts
Enforcement agencies: operators and managers
Vetting inspectors
Parties with concerns about fleet labour issues
Day 1
Introduction to MLC 2006 and FSCO Responsibilities
MLC 2006 Overview: Discussing key issues and mandatory certification requirements.
Role of FSCOs in Compliance: Clarifying FSCO responsibilities in upholding labour standards.
Certification Procedures: A summary of MLC-related certification and labour codes.
MLC Convention Principles: Understanding the requirements of the MLC Convention and its evolution.
Flag State Policies: Examining actions taken by individual nations in addition to MLC requirements.
Implementation Schedules: Outlining the MLC implementation schedule and national legislation.
Day 2 Administration and Amendments of MLC
MLC Administration: Roles and responsibilities in adhering to global labour standards.
Historical ILO Conventions: Review old conventions for seafarers living and working conditions.
Amendments Verification: Methods to stay updated with MLC amendments for compliance.
Delegating Statutory Duties: The process of delegating duties to class societies.
Health & Safety Inspections and National Legislation
MLC Health & Safety Inspections: Practical approaches and hazard identification for FSCOs.
National Legislations: Examining laws supporting or conflicting with MLC.
Evidence Collection: Strategies for collecting evidence in cases of MLC evasion.
MLC in National Laws: Integrating MLC standards into national legislations.
Procedural Fairness: Ensuring fairness in the implementation of MLC.
Day 4
Risk Assessment and Monitoring
MLC Risk Assessment: Processes and risks in labour standard inspections onboard.
MLC Monitoring: Procedures for collecting qualitative evidence from seafarers and companies.
Rectification Procedures: Providing remedies and compensation to seafarers.
Day 5
Practical Application and Case Studies
MLC Inspection Exercise: An interactive exercise on MLC compliance in poor living and working conditions.
Case Studies on Non-Compliance: Discussing non-compliance cases with CSR standards under MLC.
Feedback and Discussion: Collect delegates' feedback and facilitate open discussions and presentations.
LMA Training is capable of conducting this training programme exclusively for your delegates. Please e-mail us on admin@lmitac.com for further information and/or to receive a comprehensive proposal.
DOCUMENTATION
High-Quality material has been prepared by the LMAteam for distribution to delegates. In addition, a special note pad to facilitate note-taking will be provided.
CERTIFICATES
Accredited Certificate of completion will be issued to those who attend & successfully complete the programme.
SCHEDULE
Our Course timings commence at 09:00AM12:45PM and 01:00PM - 05:00PM.
REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
Please complete the registration form on the course page & return it to us indicating your preferred mode of payment. For Further Information, please get in touch with us.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
Delegates have 14 days from the date of booking to cancel and receive a full refund or transfer to another date free of charge. If less than 14 days notice is given then we will be unable to refund or cancel the booking unless on medical grounds. For more details about the Cancellation and Refund policy, please visit www.lmitac.com/terms-and-conditions/
TRAVEL AND TRANSPORT
We are committed to picking up and dropping off the participants from the airport to the hotel and back.
CONTACT INFO
LONDON
London - Oxford Street 25 N Row, London W1K 6DJ
+44 (0) 20 36 916 970
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DUBAI
Business Bay, ParkLane Tower, Offices 718 - 719
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