MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS

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:

• Educate seafarers on mental health basics and its impact on their well-being.
• Train participants to identify and respond to early signs of mental health issues.
• Provide stress management techniques to improve resilience and coping skills.
• Emphasize the connection between physical, social, and mental well-being.
• Equip crews to address mental health concerns and seek professional help.
• Foster a supportive onboard culture through open communication and mutual respect.
• Prepare for mental health emergencies with effective crisis management strategies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for crew welfare.

COURSE CONTENT:

1. Introduction to Mental Health and Well-being
2. Understanding Mental Health Basics
3. Stress Management and Coping Mechanisms
4. Importance of Physical and Social Well-being
5. Recognizing and Addressing Mental Health Issues
6. Creating a Supportive Work Environment
7. Crisis Management and Emergency Response
8. Regulatory and Industry Standards
9. Guide to Shipping companies for Seafarers Mental health and wellbeing