What are standards regarding watch keeping as per MLC / ILO?

Rest hour
  • In every drill mustering, duty should be arranged such a way that it less hamper rest hour.
  • It is checked by ship registry inspector and PSC.
  • It is recognized by master.
  • It should be onboard for last 3 years.
ILO rest hour : STCW-10 rest hour-both are same
  • Minimum hours of rest not less than 10hr in 24hr.
  • 77 hours in any 7 day period (next hour)
  • Max hours of work not to exceed 14hr in 24 hr.
  • 72 hr in any 7 day period. (work hour)
  • The hours of rest may be divided into no more than two periods. One should be at least 6 hr in length.
  • Interval b/w period shall not exceed 14hrs.

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