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Manning Levels.
SEC. 67. Manning Levels. - All ships of Philippine registry shall have the required minimum manning levels as prescribed by the MARINA. They shall, at all times, be manned by a crew that is adequate in terms of size and qualifications, taking into account the need to operate and vessel safety and efficiently.
Crew Competence.
SEC. 68. Crew Competence. - Every crew member of a ship of Philippine registry shall possess, in addition to the required medical certificate, the appropriate certificate of competency issued by the MARINA, setting forth one's competence to serve in the capacity and perform the functions involved at the level of responsibility for the position held, and for the type, tonnage, power, means of propulsion, and trading patterns of the ships concerned. The certificate of competency shall attest that the seafarer to whom it is issued meets the requirements for service, age, qualification, and competence for the position held.
Compliance and Certification.
SEC. 69. Compliance and Certification. - The shipowner and master mariner shall ensure the ship's compliance with the applicable provisions of this Act and its IRR at all times. In case of any violation thereof, they shall be principally liable. For this purpose, a Maritime Labour Certificate for ocean-going ships or a certificate of compliance for domestic ships shall be issued to the shipowner, following guidelines which may be prescribed by the DOLE.
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