COMDTINST 16711.12A
JUL 10 1996
(1)
The Coast Guard will investigate complaints and associated evidence of
deficiencies relating to:
(a)
Minimum age requirements;
(b)
Medical examinations of the crew;
(c)
Accident prevention and occupational safety and health;
(d)
Crew accommodations;
(e)
Hospital space;
(f)
Food and catering; and,
(g)
Minimum manning standards and certification. (Considering relevant Port
State Guidance relating to SOLAS and STCW.)
(2)
The following types of deficiencies should be forwarded to the DOL for
appropriate action:
(a)
Seamans' articles of agreement;
(b)
Liability for sick or injured seamen;
(c)
Repatriation of seamen;
(d)
Freedom of association;
(e)
Protection of the right to organize, and,
(f)
Collective bargaining.
(3)
The DOL/OSHA should be consulted for assistance when investigating
deficiencies relative to:
(a)
Occupational safety and health; and,
(b)
Food and catering.
8.
ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES.
a.
Foreign flag vessels shall be examined for compliance with the items listed in paragraph
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