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Decent and sustainable work in the inland waterways sector

Report for the Technical Meeting on Decent and Sustainable Work in the Inland Waterways Sector (Geneva, 20–24 November 2023)

Challenges and opportunities to advance decent work in five countries and supply chains: A synthesis report

This report summarizes the findings from rapid assessments and deep-dive research into decent work challenges and opportunities in five sectors and countries: coffee in Colombia, electronics in Viet Nam, fisheries in Namibia, rubber gloves in Malaysia and textiles and clothing in Madagascar.

COVID-19: Protecting workers in the workplace

Information note on maritime labour issues and coronavirus (COVID-19)

Including a joint statement of the Officers of the Special Tripartite Committee of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006, as amended

The flexibility clauses of the Work in Fishing Convention, 2007 (No. 188)

This sectoral working paper discusses the various types of flexibility clauses found in the Work in Fishing convention, 2007 (No. 188), with a view to assisting those considering making use of these clauses when ratifying and implementing the Convention. Working papers are preliminary documents circulated to stimulate discussion and obtain comments.

Decent work for migrant fishers

Report for discussion at the Tripartite Meeting on Issues Relating to Migrant Fishers (Geneva, 18–22 September 2017)

IMO/ILO/UNECE Code of Practice for Packing of Cargo Transport Units

The aim of this IMO/ILO/UNECE Code of Practice for Packing of Cargo Transport Units (CTU Code) is to give advice on the safe packing of cargo transport units (CTUs) to those responsible for the packing and securing of the cargo and by those whose task it is to train people to pack such units.

Promoting the employment of women in the transport sector - obstacles and policy options

This study focuses on the working conditions and the HR policies of transport companies designed to mainstream gender, the opportunities for success and advancement, and the barriers faced by women who work in the transport sector.

Living and working conditions in inland navigation in Europe

This study explores various aspects of the inland navigation in the European region, addressing all the essential aspects in relation to the working and living conditions of the crews, including relevant laws and regulations, occupational safety and health, social security and enforcement, etc.

The Work in Fishing Convention, 2007 (No. 188): Getting on board

Issues paper for discussion at the Global Dialogue Forum for the Promotion of the Work in Fishing Convention, 2007 (No. 188)

Frequently Asked Questions: Work in Fishing Convention, 2007 (No. 188)

The 'Frequently Asked Questions' provide answers to often asked questions concerning the scope, definitions and key provisions of Convention No. 188.

Guideline to undertake a comparative analysis of the Work in Fishing Convention, 2007 (No. 188) and national laws, regulations or other measures

Handbook for improving living conditions on board fishing vessels

Guidelines for flag State inspections under the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006

The Guidelines for flag State inspections under the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), contained in this book are an important resource for implementing flag State responsibilities under the MLC, 2006. They were adopted by the ILO in September 2008 together with Guidelines for port State control officers carrying out inspections under the MLC, 2006.

Guidelines for port State control officers carrying out inspections under the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006

The guidelines contained in this book are an important international resource for implementing port State responsibilities under the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC). They were adopted by the ILO in September 2008 together with Guidelines for flag State inspections under the MLC, 2006.

List of the biometric products as the results of the testing for the Standard adopted under the Seafarers’ Identity Documents Convention (Revised) (No. 185), 2003

ILO Seafarers’ Identity Documents Biometric Testing Campaign Report (Part I)

Security in ports. Code of practice

Offers a framework for formulating and implementing security strategies and identifying potential risks to a port's security. Outlines security roles, tasks and measures to deter, detect and respond to unlawful acts against ports serving international traffic, and may also form the basis for security strategy in domestic ports.

The Seafarers' Identity Documents Convention (Revised), 2003, (No. 185) - Brochure

Brochure on Convention No. 185

Register of Lifting Appliances and Items of Loose Gear (Model Form and Certificates as required by Article 25(2) of the ILO Convention concerning Occupational Safety and Health in Dock Work (No. 152), 1979)

The Model Form of Register and Certificates can be used by the competent authority of a member State in prescribing the form provided for in Article 25(2) of Convention No. 152.