MENTAL HEALTH POLICY

 
(Reference Policy Manual Ch. 1.3.1.2.2)
 
Mental health is an important part of physical wellbeing at sea. Depression or serious mood imbalance can jeopardize the safe operation of the vessel, the wellbeing of fellow seafarers, and in the most serious cases can lead to suicide.
 
The objective of MENTAL HEALTH POLICY is to empower seafarers to make a positive impact on their health and well-being.
 
We believe wellness doesn’t just refer to a person’s physical health, but to all the different, yet connected aspects of who they are – from their relationships and emotions to their finances.
 
There are many different triggers for an increase in stress and a decline in the mental health and wellness of seafarers. These can range from personal issues on board the vessel or at home; feelings of fatigue, isolation or loneliness, or existing mental health issues that are exacerbated by the nature of life at sea.
 
The Company recognizes that a positive mental health and wellbeing is essential to every seafarer and their crew as it creates confidence, motivation, teamwork and safety onboard.
 
Through greater awareness and a more proactive approach to addressing issues of mental health and stress, when seafarers are feeling stressed, unhappy or suffering from poor mental health, or notice that their crew mates may be struggling with similar issues, the importance of discussing these issues with a trusted contact is paramount.
 
Technology plays a vital role in our lives; and can become a key part to ensuring issues of mental and physical well-being, and thereby safety, are addressed.
 
The company in its efforts to act proactively, has appointed a specialized company that offers an application “BeSafe app”, where the seafarers can report anonymously without fear their state of mental health.
 
If seafarers require spiritual support, they can connect with a psychologist through the app anonymously; discussions with whom will be treated as strictly confidential.
 
The company will not be notified at any point in time of any attempt to connect with a psychologist or of the discussions made.
 
Company CEO
Mr C Mangos
 
Date : 14/02/2023
 
 

< BACK