Guidance

MGN 70 Guidelines on responsibilities resolution of stowaways

Reminds all seafarers of the continuing need for vigilance against stowaways.

From:
Maritime and Coastguard Agency
Published
1 July 1998

This publication was withdrawn on

MGN 70 has been replaced by MGN 70 Amendment 1.

Documents

MGN 70 Guidelines on the allocation of responsibilities to seek the successful resolution of stowaway cases

Ref: MGN 70 (M)

PDF, 2.42 MB, 12 pages

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Details

Notice to:

  • shipowners
  • operators
  • charterers
  • managers
  • shipping agents
  • port authorities
  • masters and ship’s officers.

Provides practical advice on procedures to follow if a stowaway is found on board.

Pay particular attention to the need for adequate searches, especially when a hold is to be sealed and/or fumigated.

Published 1 July 1998