PRESIDENT’S REPORT

It is amazing to think that in the 21st century in a developed country, we would see notices like the one pictured below posted on noticeboards.

We all understand unforeseen problems arise. These usually get worked through with a satisfactory result for all,.

However, when existing issues, especially around sanitation, are present in jobs starting on our coast, it highlights the need to have mandatory inspections carried out in regard to basic MLC minimums prior to them starting.

What other work place in NZ would cop this? We didn’t.

To anyone not working/living on the vessels put a bucket in the corner of the office or the smoko room and see how long its tolerated.

Alas seafarers are out of sight out of mind.