Joint Circular No. 15/2000/TTLT/BLDTBXH-BTC guiding the allowance system for workers and officials when working at sea in geological public service units, effective from January 1, 2000. This system stipulates the quantity-based food allowance and water shortage allowance for those working at sea.
Scope of application
Workers and officials engaged in geological research, investigation, surveying, geodetic, geophysical, hydrogeological, and engineering geological work in public service units within the geological sector when working at sea.
Key points
- The level II quantity-based food allowance according to Decision No. 611/TTg dated September 4, 1996, with individuals paying 30% of the costs and the unit covering 70%.
- Workers and officials shall not be entitled to hazardous and dangerous allowances in kind; midday meals; travel expenses according to current regulations.
- When working in dispersed areas where it is impossible to organize meals, they shall be provided with a standard quantity allowance in cash to self-organize their meals.
- The water shortage allowance applies to areas lacking fresh water, with the cost of purchasing and transporting drinking water being accounted for in the value of the project or the annual regular budget of the unit.
- Public service units are responsible for ensuring the provision of clean drinking water for workers and officials in accordance with current regulations.
🌐 Social impact of this document
- Creating conditions for workers and officials working at sea to enjoy adequate and safe food and drink.
- Reducing the financial burden on public service units in the geological sector when implementing the allowance system.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How does the quantity-based food allowance apply to workers and officials working at sea?
Workers and officials applying the level II quantity-based food allowance according to Decision No. 611/TTg dated September 4, 1996, pay 30% of the costs and the unit covers 70%. In special cases where it is impossible to organize meals, they are provided with a standard quantity allowance in cash to self-organize their meals.
Are workers and officials working at sea entitled to hazardous and dangerous allowances in kind?
No, workers and officials are not entitled to hazardous and dangerous allowances in kind.
Are workers and officials working at sea entitled to midday meals?
No, workers and officials are not entitled to midday meals.
How is the water shortage allowance applied?
Those working in areas lacking fresh water are entitled to the water shortage allowance according to Decision No. 611/TTg dated September 4, 1996, with the cost of purchasing and transporting drinking water being accounted for in the value of the project or the annual regular budget of the unit.
Are workers and officials working at sea entitled to travel expenses?
No, workers and officials are not entitled to travel expenses according to current regulations.
Full text
JOINT CIRCULAR
Guidelines on subsistence allowances for workers and officials of geological public service units when working at sea These guidelines apply to workers and officials of geological public service units
Pursuant to Decision No. 611/TTg dated September 4, 1996 of the Government Chairman and the opinion of the Government Chairman in Document No. 854/CP-VX dated August 14, 1999 of the Government regarding subsistence allowances for workers and officials of public service units when working at sea, after exchanging opinions with relevant Ministries and sectors,
The Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs and the Ministry of Finance issue guidelines on the implementation of subsistence allowances for workers and officials engaged in certain special occupations in public service units of the Geological sector as follows:
I/ APPLICABLE OBJECTS:
The subjects applying this regime are workers and officials involved in geological research, investigation, surveying, geodetic, geophysical, hydrogeological, and engineering geological work when working at sea.
II/ BENEFITS TO BE ENJOYED:
1/ Subsistence allowance:
a. The subjects mentioned above shall be subject to the rationed meal system level II as specified in the annex accompanying Decision No. 611/TTg dated September 4, 1996 of the Prime Minister.
b. The method of calculating the subsistence allowance is stipulated in Point 3, Section I, Circular No. 06/LB-TT dated February 28, 1997 of the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs and the Ministry of Finance guiding Decision No. 611/TTg dated September 4, 1996 of the Government Chairman.
c. Public service units shall not pay in cash but must organize meals to ensure the subsistence allowance standard in kind for the subjects as prescribed. In exceptional cases (where the subjects work in dispersed locations), if it is impossible to organize meals, they may be granted the subsistence allowance in cash to self-organize their meals.
d. Subjects receiving the subsistence allowance must contribute 30% of the stipulated subsistence allowance amount, while the remaining 70% of the subsistence allowance costs shall be borne by the unit from the annual regular budget expenditure (for units under state budget planning) or included in the value of the project.
e. Subjects receiving the subsistence allowance shall not enjoy hazardous and dangerous allowance in kind; mid-shift meal allowance; travel expense allowance according to current regulations; and shall not be included in the unit price of wages.
2/ Freshwater shortage allowance:
a. The above-mentioned subjects shall apply the freshwater shortage allowance as prescribed in Point 2, Article 1, Decision No. 611/TTg dated September 4, 1996 of
b. The method of determining areas with freshwater shortages and the calculation of costs for purchasing and transporting freshwater is stipulated in Joint Circular No. 06/LB-TT dated February 28, 1997 of the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs and the Ministry of Finance guiding the implementation of Decision No. 611/TTg dated September 4, 1996 of The Prime Minister.
c. Public service units have the responsibility to ensure the provision of clean water for daily use for workers and officials as prescribed, and shall not pay in cash for staff to self-provide.
d. The difference between the actual cost of purchasing and transporting fresh water according to the standard and the water cost already included in the salary shall be paid from the annual regular budget expenditure of the unit (for units under state budget planning) or included in the value of the project.
III/ IMPLEMENTATION:
Based on the provisions of this Circular, the Ministry of Fisheries and the General Department of Meteorology and Hydrology guide units within their sectors to implement in accordance with the State's regulations.
This Circular takes effect from January 1, 2000.
During the implementation process, if there are difficulties, please report to the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs and the Ministry of Finance for study and resolution.
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