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MARINE GUIDANCE NOTE MAN 477(M) Maritime Labor Convention, 2006: Seafarers Employment Agreements Notice to all shipowners, ship operators and ship managers; employers of seafarers; masters, officers

How to fill out seafarers employment agreements

Point by point how to fill out seafarers employment agreements:

1. Begin by entering the full legal names and addresses of both the seafarer and the employer in the designated fields.
2. Provide details about the ship or vessel for which the agreement will apply, such as its name, registration number, and flag.
3. Specify the position or rank of the seafarer on board the ship, along with the duration of the employment agreement.
4. Include information about the seafarer's working hours, rest periods, and leave entitlements in accordance with relevant regulations.
5. Enumerate the seafarer's wage, salary, or remuneration package, mentioning any additional benefits or bonuses.
6. Address the issue of repatriation, stating the terms and conditions under which the seafarer will be entitled to return home at the end of their contract.
7. Mention any applicable disciplinary procedures and the grounds for termination of the employment agreement.
8. Sign and date the agreement, making sure that both parties have carefully read and understood its contents.

Who needs seafarers employment agreements?

1. Ship owners or operators who hire seafarers for their vessels.
2. Seafarers who work on ships or vessels and want to ensure their rights and obligations are clearly defined.
3. Maritime regulatory authorities who require seafarers employment agreements to be in place as part of their oversight and compliance efforts.

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What is seafarers employment agreements?

Seafarers employment agreements are contracts between shipowners and seafarers outlining the terms and conditions of employment at sea.

Who is required to file seafarers employment agreements?

Shipowners are required to file seafarers employment agreements.

How to fill out seafarers employment agreements?

Seafarers employment agreements can be filled out by providing all necessary details about the terms and conditions of employment.

What is the purpose of seafarers employment agreements?

The purpose of seafarers employment agreements is to establish the rights and obligations of both the seafarers and the shipowners during the employment period.

What information must be reported on seafarers employment agreements?

Information such as the seafarer's personal details, job description, wages, working hours, leave entitlements, and other employment terms must be reported on seafarers employment agreements.