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The Need for Wellbeing at Sea

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The challenges faced by the crew of the maritime industry are unique. Prolonged isolation, intense work schedules and the stress of being away from loved ones for extended periods often take a toll on the mental health of seafarers. Failure to tackle these mental health issues can impact both their performance and overall safety of the vessel.
Keeping this reality in mind, Sea Care offers a bouquet of services to address and improve the mental health of seafarers. These services also help shipping companies comply with SIRE 2.0 requirements.

Advantages of Sea Care

Better mental health of the crew benefits both the seafarer and the shipping company.

  • Higher productivity: A person who is mentally healthy is more productive and better equipped to handle assigned tasks.
  • Enhanced Safety: Stress and other mental health issues increase the chances of accidents and other untoward incidents. Addressing these critical issues leads to enhanced safety.
  • Supportive Environment: Encouraging open discussions about mental health creates a more supportive work environment and a happier workforce.

Our services

Sea Care offers a range of specialised programs to enhance the wellbeing of men at sea

  1. Mental Health Awareness: This training raises awareness about the importance of mental health, teaching crew members to recognise signs of mental distress in their colleagues and seek help if they need it themselves.
  2. Stress Management Workshops: These workshops provide practical tools and techniques to help the crew of shipping companies manage stress
    effectively, thereby reducing the risk of burnout and mental fatigue
  3. Counseling Services: Confidential counseling services are available for seafarers struggling with mental health issues, providing them with professional support and guidance
  4. Peer Support Programs: These programs encourage peer-to-peer support, creating a network of understanding and empathy among crew members
  5. Wellness Programs: Comprehensive wellness programs are conducted that include physical fitness, nutrition advice and relaxation techniques to
    promote overall wellbeing

Compliance with SIRE 2.0

SIRE 2.0, the updated Ship Inspection Report Program by the Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF), emphasises the importance of human factors in maritime safety. There is now a comprehensive assessment of the physical, psychological and social aspects of seafarers' interactions with equipment, processes and other crew members.
Sea Care programs align with the human factors focus of SIRE 2.0. They address stress, fatigue and mental health issues of the crew, which helps shipping companies to comply with the requirements of SIRE 2.0. We also provide training to supervisors to conduct an internal safety audit which can ensure that SIRE 2.0 requirements are met

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