On the Issue of Legal Regulation of Seafarers' Work: Problem Statement

Abstract

The article discusses the issues of legal regulation of seafarers' work. The author draws attention to the innovative nature of the Convention on Maritime Labour of the International Labour Organization. It is also noted that the Convention has had a significant impact on national legislation on seafarers' work, including the legislation of the Russian Federation. However, the author points out that despite the improvement in the working conditions of seafarers after the adoption of the Convention, there are still problems with the payment of wages, the establishment of working hours and rest periods, the granting of shore leave, the repatriation of seafarers, the adoption of acts of social partnership, in particular, a collective agreement. The problem of holding seafarers accountable for crimes at sea, providing food on board, as well as medical care and counseling remains important to solve.