C3.1.i. Why are frequent inspections of ship accommodation required and who is to carry them out?

Under Standard A3.1, paragraph 18 of the MLC, 2006 frequent inspections are to be carried out on board ships, by or under the authority of the master, to ensure that seafarer accommodation is clean, decently habitable and maintained in a good state of repair. The results of each such inspection must be recorded and be available for review. These inspections are a key part of ensuring ongoing compliance between flag State inspections. The related procedures are likely to be part of a shipowner’s plans, as set out under Part II of the ship’s Declaration of Maritime Labour Compliance [see C5.2.3.f.].

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