{"id":1048,"date":"2026-01-06T07:55:47","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T07:55:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/?p=1048"},"modified":"2026-04-07T09:26:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T09:26:29","slug":"rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/","title":{"rendered":"What Actions Can RPSLs Take Against Seafarers for Code Violations?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#Table_of_Contents\" >Table of Contents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#Why_do_RPSLs_Enforce_Seafarer_Code_Violations\" >Why do RPSLs Enforce Seafarer Code Violations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#What_Violations_Trigger_RPSL_Actions_Against_Seafarers\" >What Violations Trigger RPSL Actions Against Seafarers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#How_Do_RPSLs_Initiate_Disciplinary_Actions\" >How Do RPSLs Initiate Disciplinary Actions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#When_Are_Severe_Penalties_Like_Blacklisting_Applied\" >When Are Severe Penalties Like Blacklisting Applied?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#What_Role_Does_the_Star_System_Play_in_Enforcement\" >What Role Does the Star System Play in Enforcement?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#What_Role_Does_the_Star_System_Play_in_Enforcement-2\" >What Role Does the Star System Play in Enforcement?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#How_Can_Seafarers_Avoid_RPSL_Actions\" >How Can Seafarers Avoid RPSL Actions?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#What_is_the_first_step_RPSLs_take_for_code_violations\" >What is the first step RPSLs take for code violations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#Can_seafarers_appeal_RPSL_disciplinary_actions\" >Can seafarers appeal RPSL disciplinary actions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#What_penalties_do_RPSLs_face_for_mishandling_violations\" >What penalties do RPSLs face for mishandling violations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#How_does_MLC_2006_link_to_these_RPSL_actions\" >How does MLC 2006 link to these RPSL actions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#When_did_the_Seafarers_Code_Enforcement_Manual_start\" >When did the Seafarers Code Enforcement Manual start?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#What_Happens_After_DGMA_Receives_an_RPSL_Complaint\" >What Happens After DGMA Receives an RPSL Complaint?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#Can_Seafarers_Appeal_Lodged_Complaints\" >Can Seafarers Appeal Lodged Complaints?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#What_Is_the_Role_of_VDR_in_Complaints\" >What Is the Role of VDR in Complaints?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/#How_Do_Repeat_Violations_Affect_Future_Complaints\" >How Do Repeat Violations Affect Future Complaints?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Table_of_Contents\"><\/span>Table of Contents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#why-do-rps-ls-enforce-seafarer-code-violations\">Why do RPSLs Enforce Seafarer Code Violations?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-violations-trigger-rpsl-actions-against-seafarers\">What Violations Trigger RPSL Actions Against Seafarers?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-do-rps-ls-initiate-disciplinary-actions\">How Do RPSLs Initiate Disciplinary Actions?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#when-are-severe-penalties-like-blacklisting-applied\">When Are Severe Penalties Like Blacklisting Applied?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-role-does-the-star-system-play-in-enforcement\">What Role Does the Star System Play in Enforcement?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-role-does-the-star-system-play-in-enforcement-1\">What Role Does the Star System Play in Enforcement?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-can-seafarers-avoid-rpsl-actions\">How Can Seafarers Avoid RPSL Actions?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1767685332605\">What is the first step RPSLs take for code violations?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1767685351183\">Can seafarers appeal RPSL disciplinary actions?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1767685368559\">What penalties do RPSLs face for mishandling violations?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1767685381778\">How does MLC 2006 link to these RPSL actions?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1767685396899\">When did the Seafarers Code Enforcement Manual start?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1767685412176\">What Happens After DGMA Receives an RPSL Complaint?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1767685429590\">Can Seafarers Appeal Lodged Complaints?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1767685445898\">What Is the Role of VDR in Complaints?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1767685462694\">How Do Repeat Violations Affect Future Complaints?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalbabu.com\/rpsl-license\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Recruitment and Placement Service Licensees (RPSLs)<\/a> play a significant part in ensuring compliance with the Seafarers Code of Conduct, as per the Director General of Maritime Administration guidelines, which will come into effect from January 1, 2026. The whole system described within the DGMA Seafarers Code of Conduct Compliance Enforcement Manual states strict disciplinary action for defaulting in terms of safety, harassment, or violation of the Maritime Labour Convention 2006. The awareness of measures taken by RPSL against seafarers for violation of codes helps in maintaining safety and professional standards within Indian operations, which relates to overall compliance requirements mentioned in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/dgs-order-2025\/\">DGMA Order 2025<\/a> and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalbabu.com\/rpsl-license\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RPSL licensing.<\/a><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-do-rps-ls-enforce-seafarer-code-violations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_RPSLs_Enforce_Seafarer_Code_Violations\"><\/span>Why do RPSLs Enforce Seafarer Code Violations?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">RPSLs enforce breaches in an attempt to promote voluntary compliance, protect maritime security, and implement conformity with international frameworks such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/dgs-circular-31-2025-stcw-safety-guideline\/\">STCW<\/a>, SOLAS, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalbabu.com\/learn\/maritime-labour-convention-2006-amendments-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MLC 2006<\/a> in conformity with the guidelines under the Merchant Shipping Act. The framework for enforcing breaches focuses on transparency, proportionality, and natural justice, allowing RPSLs to handle minor issues in-house with their Safety Management Systems (SMS) before referring them to DGMA. This also helps RPSLs prevent deliberate non-compliance that may threaten life, environment, and reputation in line with the key principles illustrated in the manual guidelines for RPSLs listed within the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/rpsl\/\">INDOSearch RPSL directory.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"602\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/RPSL-enforcement-principle-2.png\" alt=\"RPSL enforcement principles\n\" class=\"wp-image-1223 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 602px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 602\/602;width:726px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/RPSL-enforcement-principle-2.png 602w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/RPSL-enforcement-principle-2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/RPSL-enforcement-principle-2-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-violations-trigger-rpsl-actions-against-seafarers\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Violations_Trigger_RPSL_Actions_Against_Seafarers\"><\/span><strong>What Violations Trigger RPSL Actions Against Seafarers?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples of these are: violation of the Drug &amp; Alcohol rule, harassment, bullying, tampering of records in the logbook, acts of sabotage, unauthorized absences, or disobedience of the MARPOL rules. The level of gravity ranges from less serious offenses, such as retaliatory reporting, suspension for 3-12 months, while the opposite end covers the most serious ones, for example, gross acts involving death or pollution, resulting in permanent blacklisting. Reports should be submitted using the form for the Initial Violation Process by RPSLs, beginning procedures for investigations connected with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalbabu.com\/mlc-2006-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MLC 2006 certification<\/a> for complete welfare standard compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Violation <\/strong><\/td><td><strong>1st Offense Penalty<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>2nd Offense<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>3rd Offense<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Relevance to RPSL<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DA Policy on Duty<\/td><td>1 year suspension<\/td><td>Permanent<\/td><td>N\/A<\/td><td>Internal Probe, DGMA Report<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Harrasment\/ Assault<\/td><td>1 year<\/td><td>2 years <\/td><td>3 years<\/td><td>Zero tolerance, grievance office<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ship Sabotage<\/td><td>1 year<\/td><td>3 years<\/td><td>5 years<\/td><td>Risk matrix escalation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Desertion<\/td><td>2 years<\/td><td>3 years<\/td><td>Permanent<\/td><td>License impact per MS RPSL Rules<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-do-rps-ls-initiate-disciplinary-actions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_RPSLs_Initiate_Disciplinary_Actions\"><\/span><strong>How Do RPSLs Initiate Disciplinary Actions?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Form of Initial Violation Process Forms is normally completed by RPSLs after making an initial detection, either by inspection, complaints, or surveillance, which indicates WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHY, and HOW. There is also an extensive investigative stage, which involves analyzing witnesses, defenses of necessity, due diligence, and obtaining evidence before carrying out another remedy, which may be counseling, warning, fines, or suspension. Show Cause Notices have 15 days to be responded to before appeals go to higher officials of DGMA, which is very essential for RPSLs relating to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/new-rpsl-companies\/\">new RPSL Companies<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"602\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/RPSL-disciplinary-process-2.png\" alt=\"RPSL Disciplinary Process\n\" class=\"wp-image-1224 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 602px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 602\/602;width:699px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/RPSL-disciplinary-process-2.png 602w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/RPSL-disciplinary-process-2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/RPSL-disciplinary-process-2-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-are-severe-penalties-like-blacklisting-applied\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Are_Severe_Penalties_Like_Blacklisting_Applied\"><\/span><strong>When Are Severe Penalties Like Blacklisting Applied?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consecutive and high-hazard activities entail severe sentencing: smuggling, 3 years to permanent, accidents committed under influence, 3- 5 years\/lifetime, and environmental sabotage, permanent. Risk Matrix follows the assessment of severity levels: people, environment, assets, and reputation, thus following the Sanction Matrix for penalties involving suspension over a period of more than 1 year or cancellation outright. Judicial action will go through the\u00a0 FIR\/court for cognizable offenses. RPSLs run the danger of losing their licenses on grounds of abandonment; review the medical reports coming from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/doctors\/\">DGMA-approved doctors for PEME<\/a> in order to ward off fake medical claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-role-does-the-star-system-play-in-enforcement\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Role_Does_the_Star_System_Play_in_Enforcement\"><\/span><strong>What Role Does the Star System Play in Enforcement?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The proposed handbook recommends a star system for the seafarers, wherein stars would be gained by rewarding and acknowledging safety, skill, and professionalism, and reduced for lapses that result in loss or reduced pay, career development, and deployment. Established thresholds ensure the prevention of poor conduct; open monitoring ensures accountability, a significant element in addition to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalbabu.com\/learn\/maritime-labour-convention-2006-amendments-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maritime Labour Convention Amendments.<\/a> RPSLs monitor and record the same for deployments, thus ensuring better compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-role-does-the-star-system-play-in-enforcement-1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Role_Does_the_Star_System_Play_in_Enforcement-2\"><\/span><strong>What Role Does the Star System Play in Enforcement?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The proposed handbook recommends a star system for the seafarers, wherein stars would be gained by rewarding and acknowledging safety, skill, and professionalism, and reduced for lapses that result in loss or reduced pay, career development, and deployment. Established thresholds ensure the prevention of poor conduct; open monitoring ensures accountability, a significant element in addition to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalbabu.com\/learn\/maritime-labour-convention-2006-amendments-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maritime Labour Convention Amendments.<\/a> RPSLs monitor and record the same for deployments, thus ensuring better compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"602\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DGS-star-system-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1225 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 602px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 602\/602;width:703px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DGS-star-system-1.png 602w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DGS-star-system-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DGS-star-system-1-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-can-seafarers-avoid-rpsl-actions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_Seafarers_Avoid_RPSL_Actions\"><\/span><strong>How Can Seafarers Avoid RPSL Actions?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seafarers follow guidelines, including environmental protection, safety regulations, and reporting protocols, such as the DA policy, to prevent risks and ensure a safe working environment. Training through<a href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/mti\/\">MTIs and unions, approved by DG<\/a>MA,increases awareness; RPSLs provide support via QHSE initiatives. For startups, seek advice from a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalbabu.com\/learn\/maritime-consultancy-rpsl-startup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">maritime consultancy regarding RPSL.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1767685332605\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_first_step_RPSLs_take_for_code_violations\"><\/span>What is the first step RPSLs take for code violations?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>RPSLs then fill out the Initial Violation Process Form and send it to DGMA to further investigate the violation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1767685351183\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_seafarers_appeal_RPSL_disciplinary_actions\"><\/span>Can seafarers appeal RPSL disciplinary actions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Within the timeframe of 30 days, the appeal can be made to the appellate officers, following the principles of natural justice.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1767685368559\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_penalties_do_RPSLs_face_for_mishandling_violations\"><\/span>What penalties do RPSLs face for mishandling violations?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Suspensions, penalties as fines, as well as revocation of license, as per MS RPSL Rules, such as cases about seafarer abandonment, etc.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1767685381778\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_MLC_2006_link_to_these_RPSL_actions\"><\/span>How does MLC 2006 link to these RPSL actions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The Minimum Living Conditions specify the welfare standards to be adhered to; failure to which the code being enforced.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1767685396899\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_did_the_Seafarers_Code_Enforcement_Manual_start\"><\/span>When did the Seafarers Code Enforcement Manual start?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>DGMA Order No. 10 of 2025 will come into effect from January 1, 2026.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1767685412176\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_After_DGMA_Receives_an_RPSL_Complaint\"><\/span>What Happens After DGMA Receives an RPSL Complaint?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>DGMA assigns investigators, conducts probes, issues Show Cause Notices, and decides on actions like NFA or penalties<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1767685429590\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Seafarers_Appeal_Lodged_Complaints\"><\/span>Can Seafarers Appeal Lodged Complaints?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, within 30 days to the appellate authorities, ensuring natural justice and review of evidence.\u200b<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1767685445898\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Role_of_VDR_in_Complaints\"><\/span>What Is the Role of VDR in Complaints?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Voyage Data Recorder provides critical evidence for safety breach investigations post-RPSL lodging.\u200b<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1767685462694\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Repeat_Violations_Affect_Future_Complaints\"><\/span>How Do Repeat Violations Affect Future Complaints?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Recurrent cases lead to escalated sanctions, star system deductions, and potential license revocation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Recruitment and Placement Service Licensees (RPSLs) play a significant part in ensuring compliance with the Seafarers Code of Conduct, as per the Director General of Maritime Administration guidelines, which will come into effect from January 1, 2026. The whole system described within the DGMA Seafarers Code of Conduct Compliance Enforcement Manual states strict disciplinary action &#8230; <a title=\"What Actions Can RPSLs Take Against Seafarers for Code Violations?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/rpsl-action-seafarer-code-violations\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about What Actions Can RPSLs Take Against Seafarers for Code Violations?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1232,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[9,139],"class_list":["post-1048","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-marine","tag-rpsl","tag-seafarer-code-violation"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1048","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1048"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1048\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1687,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1048\/revisions\/1687"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1232"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1048"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1048"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.indosearch.in\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1048"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}