Dismissal & Termination


CMM	Crew Management Manual (CMM) Dismissal & Termination	Doc No.: CMM-6.15A Revision: 01 Date: 15 Oct 2024 Issued by: DPA Approved by: MD

This document is applicable to Master.

The purpose of this document is to provide instructions to Master on carrying out a Crew Dismissal process.

Master will be responsible for ensuring the dismissal processes are complied with.

Master can dismiss a crew member if the crew member is involved in any of the following:

Violation of MARPOL or any other international regulations
Violation of Company’s Drug and Alcohol Policy
Violation of Company HSSEQ Policies
Drunk while on duty
Illegal activities – Drug trafficking, contraband
Assaulting fellow crew or anyone onboard at all times whether in port or during shore leave or while traveling to join the vessel
Unauthorized absence from duty
Not returning from shore leave
Gross negligence in work which may affect the safety of the crew or vessel or environment
Unacceptable performance at work with negative attitude
Desertion attempt
Act of disobedience to lawful order of Master or Head of the Department(s)
Gambling which results in fighting or any incidents
Pilferage or theft of ships' stores or cargo
Gross negligence and failure to observe proper storage and cargo handling procedures resulting in delay of vessel or damage to cargo
Being left behind by vessel in foreign port without justifiable reason
Inflicting harm or injury to others
Abuse of authority and resulting in harm to subordinate
Connivance with or cuddling of stowaway
Fake certificates and documentation
Violation of safety regulations
Incompetence and inefficiency even after giving warnings and time to improve

Master shall conduct a board hearing giving the crew member the opportunity to explain or defend himself against the charges.

Master shall include two other members in the committee, preferably one from the same department and similar rank that of the crew.

Master shall prepare the board hearing report in ADM19.

Master shall make appropriate log book entries for hearings and dismissals.

Master must not dismiss a crew member if he or she is not fully convinced.

Master must ensure that all the evidence and supporting documents to prove the dismissal are available and provided to crewing operations.

Master shall issue ADM 20 for all dismissals with the reason for dismissal.

Master must mention the appropriate CBA clauses for non-Filipino crew and POEA clauses for Filipino crew against reasons for dismissals in ADM-20.

Note:

Incompetence and inefficiency of a crew member is not easy to prove, hence there should be enough evidences, warning, witnesses before dismissal of any crew under this category. Refer CMM6.15 Seafarer Performance Management- Section 6.15.3 “Under Performers”

Warning:

Master must consult with crewing Managerif he/she have any questions on dismissal procedures.