Referring to MLC 2006, what are flag state and port state responsibilities?
Short answer
flowchart TD
A["Flag State: Reg 5.1"] --> B["Establish inspection & certification system"]
A --> C["Issue Maritime Labour Certificate ≤5 years"]
A --> D["Intermediate inspection between 2nd-3rd anniversary"]
A --> E["DMLC Part I & II on board"]
F["Port State: Reg 5.2"] --> G["Accept certificate & DMLC as prima facie evidence"]
F --> H["Detailed inspection if documents invalid or clear grounds"]
F --> I["Notify flag state if deficiencies found"]
- Flag State: Must ensure compliance via inspections, issue Maritime Labour Certificate (≤5 years), require intermediate inspection between 2nd-3rd anniversary, and maintain DMLC Part I (national requirements) & Part II (shipowner measures).
- Port State: Accepts certificate/DMLC as prima facie evidence; may conduct detailed inspection if documents are invalid, conditions non-conforming, or complaints exist.
- Detention: Ship may be detained if conditions are hazardous or non-conformity is serious/repeated (Std A5.2.1.6).
- Trap: Certificate ceases validity if inspections not completed or ship changes flag.
Full answer
The full answer explains each point step by step, with the regulations and figures behind it and the discussion from other candidates. It is in the MEO Class I section of the Marine One forum, open to members enrolled for the MEO Class I exam.