Seafarer's Service Regulations Article 78

In the case of a ship accident or other extraordinary circumstance, the Maritime Administration, R.O.C. embassies, representative offices, and other institutions authorized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs shall request relevant seafarers to help with providing assistance or investigating, as necessary.
中文原文 船員服務規則第78條
航政機關或中華民國駐外使領館、代表處、辦事處或其他外交部授權機構於船舶發生事故或其他情事認為必要時,得諮詢相關船員協助調查。

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