New standards for seafarers
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Six conventions and recommendations including a protocol were adopted during the 84th Maritime Session of the International Labour Conference (ILO) which was held in Geneva from Oct 8-22, 1996. The conventions and recommendations deal on the revision of seafarers' wages, hours of works, manning of ships, recruitment and placement. Furthermore, the protocol allows the states to accept new obligations for the benefits of seafarers.
Publication Name: Migration World Magazine
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 1058-5095
Year: 1997
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Wessex best in the west
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Following assessment by the National Approval Council for Security Systems (NACOSS), Wessex Alarms of Shaftesbury was awarded the quality assurance certification BS 5750 for its intruder alarms. The certification is part of the company's moves towards Total Quality Management (TQM).
Publication Name: Electrical Contractor
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0308-7174
Year: 1992
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Pinot envy in Marlborough
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The Marlborough region of New Zealand grows the best grapes for the country's wine. The area has several prominent wineries that have produced award-winning wines. The region's wine-making history dates back to 1973, when the first grapes were planted. Several winemakers are listed.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1999
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