Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) Compliance Checklist

1. Minimum Requirements for Seafarers to Work on a Ship
Item Compliant Comments / Evidence
Minimum Age
Medical Certification
Training and Qualifications
Seafarers’ Employment Agreements
2. Conditions of Employment
Item Compliant Comments / Evidence
Payment of Wages
Hours of Work and Rest
Paid Annual Leave
Repatriation
3. Accommodation, Recreational Facilities, Food and Catering
Item Compliant Comments / Evidence
Accommodation Standards
Food and Catering
Recreational Facilities
4. Health Protection, Medical Care, Welfare& Social Security Protection
Item Compliant Comments / Evidence
On-board Medical Care
Access to Shore-based Medical Facilities
Welfare Facilities
Social Security Protection
5. Compliance and Enforcement
Item Compliant Comments / Evidence
Documented Procedures
On-board Complaints Procedure
MLC Certificates and DMLC Parts I & II