In our continuing effort to ensure the safety and security of passengers and their baggages, as well as other cargoes onboard passenger-carrying ships, all concerned are hereby advised of the following additional measures being required for implementation:

1. A œNO SMOKING  policy shall be strictly enforced onboard ships, except in the open deck areas and in enclosed areas, specifically designated as œSMOKING AREA . The designated smoking areas shall be conspicuously marked and provided with corresponding ash tray/ash bin/fire extinguishers. In addition, the enclosed designated smoking areas must be provided with exhaust ventilation fan.

2. The shipowner should provide onboard the ship a facilities for isolation/holding area for passengers, who have been observed/exhibited unusual/abnormal behavior, including those apprehended for illegal activity. The designated isolation/holding room should be locked and guarded for safety and security purposes during the duration of the trip until he/she has been handed over to the proper authorities at the port of destination.

For strict compliance.

(SGD.) VICENTE T. SUAZO, JR.
Administrator