Mandatory lifejacket use on domestic vessels

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MIA FLAG STATE ADMINISTRATION ADVISORY NO. 021, S. 2002, DECEMBER 27, 2001: Mandatory lifejacket use on domestic vessels

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Title Supreme Court: Mandatory lifejacket use on domestic vessels

Law: Mia Flag State Administration Advisory No. 021, S. 2002, December 27, 2001

Decision Date: Dec 27, 2001

All operators of domestic vessels must ensure that passengers wear lifejackets during boarding, prior to disembarkation, and throughout the voyage to enhance maritime safety, with violations subject to penalties under the Public Service Act and relevant regulations.

maritime safety

passenger safety

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Mandatory Wearing of Lifejackets

Requires all passengers to wear lifejackets during three key instances:
1. When transferring to or boarding another vessel.
2. Prior to disembarkation from the vessel.
3. At all times during the voyage to the designated port for disembarkation.

Purpose and Policy

Enforced in line with the national policy aimed at enhancing maritime safety.
Seeks to reduce risks associated with passenger transfer and voyages on domestic vessels under the specified conditions.

Penalties for Non-Compliance

Violations are subject to penalties under the Public Service Act and related MARINA Memorandum Circulars.
Potential sanctions include suspension or cancellation of Certificates of Public Convenience (CPC), Permits to Acquire (PA), or Safety Permits (SP).
Reiteration of penalties under Memorandum Circular No. 123 concerning failure to wear lifejackets.

Administrative Authority and Enforcement

Issued by the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) through the Administrator.
Guidance provided to vessel operators for strict compliance.
Emphasizes regulatory enforcement to ensure maritime safety standards are upheld.

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