This work explains the regulations in the newly created Maritime Labor Act. It reviews the Act's areas of application and definitions, describes differences between labor relationships with crew and trainees, and discusses on-board controls and emergencies. It presents specific issues that pertain to the fishing industry. It includes a checklist of required on board labor law documentation and a listing of the relevant laws.

Autorentext

Christian Bubenzer, Berufsgen. für Transport und Verkehrswirtschaft, Hamburg; Runa Jörgens, Verband Deutscher Reeder, Hamburg; et. al.