COURSE OVERVIEW:

The International Conventions and Treaties Related to Seafaring Work, Certificates and Contracts course is a vital regulatory program designed to clarify the legal framework governing the global maritime workforce. This course examines the primary pillars of international maritime law, specifically focusing on how treaties created by the International Maritime Organization and the International Labour Organization protect the rights and define the obligations of seafarers. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal journey from initial certification to the execution of employment agreements.

The scope of this training involves a detailed study of the STCW Convention regarding training and certification, and the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) concerning working and living conditions. Participants will explore the technicalities of Seafarer Employment Agreements (SEA), the recognition of certificates across different jurisdictions, and the minimum standards for manning levels on various vessel types. The program emphasizes the practical application of these laws in preventing labor disputes and ensuring that all crew members are legally qualified for their designated roles.

Coverage includes the documentation required for flag state compliance, the legal implications of contract termination, and the rights of seafarers regarding repatriation and medical care. The course addresses the role of Port State Control in verifying crew certificates and contract validity during inspections. By bridging the gap between high-level international treaties and daily maritime administration, this course equips participants with the expertise to manage seafaring personnel within the strict boundaries of global maritime law.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Identify the four pillars of international maritime law and their impact on seafarers.
2. Explain the requirements of the STCW Convention for different ranks and roles.
3. Interpret the core mandates of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006).
4. Review Seafarer Employment Agreements (SEA) for compliance with international law.
5. Manage the process of Flag State endorsements and recognition of certificates.
6. Verify the authenticity and validity of STCW certificates and endorsements.
7. Explain the legal rights of seafarers regarding wages, leave, and repatriation.
8. Implement procedures for the prevention of shipboard harassment and bullying.
9. Coordinate the documentation required for safe manning certificates.
10. Manage the medical certification process in accordance with ILO/WHO standards.
11. Navigate the legal procedures for the termination of seafaring contracts.
12. Prepare for Port State Control inspections related to crew documentation.
13. Handle grievances and labor disputes according to standardized legal protocols.

TARGET AUDIENCE:  

Crewing Managers, HR Personnel in Shipping, Ship Masters, Manning Agents, and Maritime Administrators.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.