Seafarer's Service Regulations Article 21

The master shall be responsible for the command of all seamen, travelers, and anyone else on board the vessel and shall manage all affairs of the ship, as well as protect human life and vessel property.
中文原文 船員服務規則第21條
船長依法指揮全體海員、旅客及在船任何人,並管理全船一切事務,及負維護全船生命財產安全之責任。

English translation for reference only; the Chinese text prevails. Not legal advice.