This webpage features the full text of
the
Memorandum Circular No. 13, Series of 2002
Memorandum Circular No. 13
Series of 2002
TO
: All Concerned
SUBJECT : Compliance with International Maritime Regulations
All
Filipino seafarers employed on board ocean-going vessels are hereby
reminded to strictly comply with international regulations governing
maritime safety and prevention of pollution to the marine environment.
Recent
incidents in foreign waters on marine casualties and damage to the
marine environment caused by pollution from ships have involved
Filipino seafarers. Such incidents have grave implications on the
conduct, reputation and competence of Filipino
seafarers.
Seafarers therefore, found to have violated pertinent international
regulations on maritime safety and pollution prevention, after due
process, shall be held administratively liable under Paragraph 20 of
Section 33 of the Standard Terms and Conditions Governing the
Employment of Filipino Seafarers on Board Ocean-Going Vessels providing
for the Table of Offenses and Corresponding Administrative Penalties.
Licensed manning agencies are likewise reminded to emphasize the
importance of strictly complying with international maritime
regulations to all seafarers and the grave consequences for its
violation during PDOS sessions.
For the information and strict compliance of all parties concerned.
ROSALINDA DIMAPILIS-BALDOZ
Administrator
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