Seafarer’s Mental Health and Well-being

Aims:

    • To promote mental health awareness and well-being among seafarers for enhanced safety and productivity.

    • To address challenges like isolation, fatigue, and stress in maritime life.

    • To encourage supportive onboard environments and reduce stigma around mental health issues.

    • To align mental health practices with international standards such as MLC 2006 and MARPOL.

    • To guide shipping companies in implementing effective mental health initiatives.

Objectives:

    1. Educate seafarers on mental health basics and its impact on their well-being.

    2. Train participants to identify and respond to early signs of mental health issues.

    3. Provide stress management techniques to improve resilience and coping skills.

    4. Emphasize the connection between physical, social, and mental well-being.

    5. Equip crews to address mental health concerns and seek professional help.

    6. Foster a supportive onboard culture through open communication and mutual respect.

    7. Prepare for mental health emergencies with effective crisis management strategies.

    8. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for crew welfare.

Course Modules: 

Module 1: Introduction to Mental Health and Well-being

Module 2: Understanding Mental Health Basics

Module 3: Stress Management and Coping Mechanisms

Module 4: Importance of Physical and Social Well-being

Module 5: Recognizing and Addressing Mental Health Issues

Module 6: Creating a Supportive Work Environment

Module 7: Crisis Management and Emergency Response

Module 8: Regulatory and Industry Standards

Module 8: Guide to Shipping companies for Seafarers Mental health and wellbeing