1. Port Rules and Regulations
1.1 General Provisions
– Legal framework: Korea Port Authority Act (Act No. 18472, amended 2021), Maritime Safety Act (Act No. 18790, revised 2023), and Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Port Ordinance No. 2022-1.
– IMO convention compliance: SOLAS 1974 (as amended), MARPOL 73/78 Annexes I-VI, COLREG 1972, STCW 2010, and BWM Convention.
– Port jurisdiction: 33°30’N 126°32’E to 33°15’N 126°45’E (KHOA Chart KM-125, 2023 Edition).
– Special status: Designated “Special Tourist Port” under Korea Tourism Promotion Act Article 12-2 with enhanced cruise protocols.
1.2 Navigation Rules
– VHF requirements: Channel 16 monitoring within 12nm radius (Jeju VTS Notice 2023-07), working channel 12 for port operations.
– Speed limits: 10 knots (Zone A), 15 knots (Zone B), 5 knots near cruise terminals (Jeju Port Authority Regulation 2022-11).
– Anchorage: Prohibited zones marked by yellow buoys (2+1 flash pattern, 60 flashes/minute).
– Tug requirements: Mandatory for vessels >200m LOA or >50,000 GT (Korea Maritime Transportation Safety Authority Rule 15-3).
– Night navigation: Restricted 2300-0500 without approval (Jeju Port Notice 2023-15).
1.3 Environmental Regulations
– ECA compliance: 0.1% sulfur cap (MOF Ordinance No. 2020-89).
– Ballast water: D-2 standard enforced since 2024 (Korea Marine Environment Management Act Article 24).
– Waste management: 3 licensed contractors under Jeju Green Port System (MOF Notice 2021-35).
– Scrubber restrictions: Open-loop systems prohibited within 3nm (Jeju Regulation No. 2022-48).
– Oil pollution: Detection threshold 0.1ppm (Jeju Environmental Office JS-EO-2021).
1.4 Special Cargo Handling
– Hazardous materials: 48-hour pre-notification for IMDG Class 1-9.
– LNG bunkering: KOMSA-certified operators only (Standard 005-2022).
– Livestock: Mandatory veterinary inspection (Animal Protection Act Article 32).
– Grain carriers: Hold inspections required (MOF Food Safety Rule 8-9).
2. Compliance Requirements
2.1 Pre-arrival Documentation
– 72-hour notice via KPA e-Portal with ISPS Level 1 declaration.
– Valid PSC certificate (no deficiencies >30 days).
– Crew documents: STCW certificates notarized/apostilled.
– Health protocols: COVID-19 records (Quarantine Act Rule 2023-12).
2.2 Operational Compliance
– Gangway watch: 24/7 with stamped logbook.
– Fire safety: NFPA 307 patrols every 30 minutes in hazardous areas.
– AIS transmission: Real-time data including draft changes >0.5m.
– Cargo operations: Daylight restrictions for certain hazardous materials.
2.3 Crew Welfare Standards
– MLC 2006 compliance: 10m² living space, internet access, medical facilities.
– Wage verification: Required for stays >14 days (Seafarers’ Act Article 46).
– Heat stress: WBGT >32°C stops work (Occupational Safety Act).
3. Enforcement Measures
3.1 Inspection Regime
– 100% inspection for: 2+ deficiencies, tankers >20 years, black/grey list flags.
– Crew testing: 15% random drug/alcohol (Coast Guard Procedure 12-05).
– Surveillance: Drones and patrol boats for environmental monitoring.
3.2 Penalties
– Navigation: 3-30 million KRW fines (Maritime Safety Act Article 148).
– Environment: Prosecution + detention + 5x cleanup costs.
– Repeat offenses: 6-month ban (3 violations/24 months).
– False declarations: 10 million KRW + ISPS audit (Port Security Act Article 27).
4. Safety Provisions
4.1 Emergency Response
– Contacts: Port Control +82-64-720-3114 (24/7 multilingual).
– Mutual aid: Fire Service (<15min), Coast Guard (helicopter), JNUH (trauma).
– Drills: Mandatory within 24 hours of berthing.
– Storm shelters: Berths 3-5 (typhoon signal ≥3).
4.2 Crew Safety
– PPE: ANSI/OSHA + KOSHA-2021 standards.
– Hot work: Class 1 (gas-free cert + fire watch), Class 2 (gas detector).
– Medevac: Free transfer to JNUH (max 4 persons).
