International Labour Organisation (ILO) Flashcards
1
Q
What does the ILO stand for?
A
International labour Organisation
2
Q
What are the 3 main body within?
A
- International Conference
- Governing Body
- International Labour Office
3
Q
What is the purpose of the ILO?
A
ILO’s main purpose is to raise world labour standards by building up a code of international law and practice. It forms policies and programmes to help improve working and living conditions, enhance employment opportunities and promote basic human rights.
4
Q
What 3 main groups constitute the ILO?
A
- Governments
- Employers
- Workers
5
Q
What does the MLC stand for?
A
Maritime Labour Convention
6
Q
What are the MLC minimum requirements?
A
- Minimum age
- Medical certification
- Training and qualifications
7
Q
List the minimum conditions of employment stated by MLC?
A
- Employment agreements
- Wages
- Hours of rest
- Entitlement to leave
- Repatriation
- Compensation for a ship’s loss or foundering
- Manning levels
- Career and skills development
- Employment opportunities
8
Q
What are the hours of rest per day and week?
A
10 hours in any 24 hour period
77 hours in any 7 day period
