QuestionsQuestions (MARINA MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 114)
The primary purpose is to enhance the safety and quality of shipping services in the inter-island trade by imposing preventive safety measures on Philippine-registered vessels carrying passengers in domestic trade.
Two means of escape or emergency exits accessible to passengers must be provided in all general areas.
Locking doors are not allowed except for crash doors or locking devices that can be easily forced open in an emergency, and permanent/conspicuous notice must be posted at both sides of the door/exits.
No, locking alleyways or doorways during ticket inspection or passenger counting is absolutely prohibited.
Safe and convenient storage must be provided. Luggage must not block stairways, means of escape, passageways, or lifesaving and firefighting equipment. At least one crew member must be assigned to supervise storage and retrieval during embarkation and disembarkation.
Lifevests/lifejackets imprinted with the vessel's name must be conspicuously stored in lockers that can be forced open and must be readily accessible in emergencies.
The Master of the vessel is responsible for ensuring these are securely fastened.
Ship officers and crew, including security personnel, must wear the proper prescribed uniform and IDs while on duty for easy identification and passenger assistance.
Shipping companies must institutionalize a crew and passenger safety awareness program and submit their vessel emergency safety plans to MARINA within 90 days of the Circular's effectivity.
First infraction: P5,000 fine; Second infraction: P10,000 fine; Third infraction: P25,000 fine and/or suspension/revocation of Seafarer's Identification and Record Book (SIRB) and/or STCW Endorsement Certificate.
First infraction: P10,000 fine per vessel; Second infraction: P20,000 fine per vessel; Third infraction: P25,000 fine per vessel and/or cancellation of the Provisional Authority (PA) or Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC).
The Enforcement Office (EO) and the Maritime Regional Offices (MROs) are directed to strictly monitor and enforce compliance with this Circular.
Yes, enforcers are not to be obstructed or hindered from lawfully boarding vessels and inspecting them to determine compliance with the Circular.
It took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication once in a newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines.
Any inconsistent provisions of existing MARINA rules, regulations, circulars, or orders are repealed or modified accordingly.