Hours of work and rest

The provisions on hours of work and rest apply to all seafarers on Norwegian ships and are based on the standards laid down in the MLC and STCW Conventions. Having a sufficient number of qualified and rested seafarers is vital for the safe operation of any vessel. Fatigue can have serious consequences both for the safety of the ship and for seafarers’ health. Therefore, international minimum standards on hours of rest have been set for any 24‑hour period and any 168‑hour period (week).