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Happy International Day of the Seafarer. This year, we honor the vital role seafarers play in making the maritime sector a safer workplace. We invite our seafarers to share their best safety tips, whether it’s about the gear you wear or the training you receive. As part of this campaign, we encourage you to post pictures of your working environment, showcasing how you maintain safety at sea using the hashtag: #SafetyTipsAtSea and @unitankers. Let's celebrate and learn from each other! #DayOfTheSeafarer #UniTankers #MaritimeSafety #Seafarers #SafetyFirst #SafetyTipsAtSea

Today, safety at sea includes protecting seafarers from online threats, a crucial aspect that is sometimes overlooked. With ships becoming more connected and seafarers relying on personal devices, the risk of cyberattacks such as phishing, malware, and unauthorized access has increased significantly. These cyber-threats can disrupt ship operations, compromise sensitive data, and harm seafarers personally. Ensuring online safety is vital to prevent operational disruptions and protect seafarers' personal and professional lives. To address these risks, it's essential to educate seafarers on cybersecurity best practices, such as recognizing phishing attempts, using strong passwords, and securing personal devices. Ships should be equipped with robust security measures and secure communication channels. Regular cybersecurity audits can help identify and mitigate vulnerabilities. By prioritizing both physical and online safety, we can create a safer, more secure environment for seafarers.

Day of the Seafarer! This year, the global theme focuses on safety at sea, honoring the selfless servants who transport over 90% of the world's goods and fuels on cargo ships and freighters. Did you know there are 1.89 million seafarers on 74,000 ships worldwide, hailing from diverse nationalities, cultures and creeds. Seafarers make immense sacrifices, spending up to nine months at sea, facing dangers like extreme weather, piracy, and isolation. In 2015 alone, there were 2,687 casualties at sea, underscoring the risks inherent in this essential occupation. Communication remains a challenge, with approximately two-thirds of ship crews lacking means of communication while at sea. Additionally, only 2% of seafarers are women, highlighting the need for greater gender diversity in the sector. Organizations like the Women's International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA) play a crucial role in supporting women in maritime roles. Amidst these challenges, Let's recognize and appreciate the dedication of seafarers worldwide this Day of the Seafarer. #DayoftheSeafarer #SafetyAtSea #SeafarersAppreciation #peoplefirstbeprofessionbeagoodshipmate

This year International day of the seafarer focuses on tips for safety. My advice for safety, particularly for any persons new to seafaring: • Always just ask the questions. You might be worried to ask because you think it might be a silly question, or maybe you’re afraid to ask because you know it’s something you should already know, but wouldn’t you rather have someone momentarily make a judgement than to not have the answer when you later need it? Any good leader won’t judge you anyway, they’ll be glad you’ve asked. I can tell you, I have asked several silly questions already today. Once upon a time I may have worried about this, but now I simply don’t care what people think! • Always remember that one day you actually might be in the emergency situation you learn about and practice for! Look after the vessel and safety equipment like your life depends on it, because it might! Familiarise yourself with your ship and know the emergency procedures so in the worst case scenario, you are ready. • Wear your PPE, find what fits, hassle your company for stock, and if you really have to, bring your own. If you want to wear some safety glasses that make you feel protected meanwhile leaving you looking like a superhero, you be you! Photo of my superhero safety glasss that I get teased for attached 👌. I could go on and on but this is what came to mind first! #dayoftheseafarer #internationaldayoftheseafarer #deckcadet #merchantnavy #offshore

As we observe Day of the Seafarer, a special day established by the International Maritime Organization in 2010 to “recognize the unique contribution made by seafarers from all over the world to international trade, the world economy, and civil society as a whole,” I applaud all seafarers and the important work they do every day, but want to recognize the critical segment of seafarers that I am privileged to represent – professional maritime pilots. Nearly eighty years ago the United States Supreme Court so aptly described the vital role pilots play: “In order to avoid invisible hazards, vessels approaching and leaving ports must be conducted from and to open waters by persons intimately familiar with the local waters. The pilot’s job generally requires that he go outside the harbor’s entrance in a small boat to meet incoming ships, board them and direct their course from open water to the port. The same service is performed for vessels leaving the port. Pilots are thus indispensable cogs in the transportation system of every maritime economy. Their work prevents traffic congestion and accidents which would impair navigation in and to the ports. It affects the safety of lives and cargo, the cost and time expended in port calls, and, in some measure, the competitive attractiveness of particular ports.” Kotch v. Board of River Port Pilot Commissioners, 330 U.S. 552, 558, 1947 AMC 535 (1947).

Seafarer Safety: The Vital Role of Drills As we approach this year’s Day of the Seafarer on the 25th of June, it’s a good time to reflect on the importance of drills in ensuring the safety of our seafarers. These drills are a vital part of daily life on board, preparing the crew for any emergency that might arise. Drills are not just a statutory requirement; they are essential for creating a safer workplace in the maritime sector. Effective drills require careful planning, preparation, and design to ensure they are both realistic and practical. Regular practice ensures everyone knows their role in an emergency and helps prepare crews to remain calm and to act efficiently under pressure. #DayOfTheSeafarer #SOLAS

Our seafarers prioritize safety above all else! This year's Day of the Seafarer theme is "Safety Tips at Sea." Our hardworking and brave seafarers would like to share a few safety tips that have helped them stay safe and vigilant while at sea. #DayoftheSeafarer #SafetyTipsAtSea

With prolonged work durations, harsh temperatures, and strenuous tasks, seafarers are at a high risk for dehydration. SAFETY4SEA lists down ways to stay hydrated onboard. Read the full article at https://lnkd.in/gkQm-VxT

Safety first. It is as simple as that. Seafaring is a high-risk occupation. But that can never be an excuse to relax on safety issues. Instead, it should push us to always strive for safer ships and ways of working. Today is the International Day of the Seafarer. The International Maritime Organization has chosen to focus on safety at sea as the theme for 2024, and we wholeheartedly support this theme. Safety is the most crucial aspect of our work. We won't transport your goods if it means a too high risk for our colleagues at sea. At Grieg Star, we live by the motto, 'Work with safety to come home safely.' This saying, which has been ours for close to ten years, underscores the crucial role of our seafarers in making our industry safer. They are not just employees, but the very heart of our safety efforts. Therefore, our seafarers' safety tips are integral to our work. Their insights and experiences are invaluable in making seafaring safer. Nothing matters more. #SafetyTipsAtSea

Today is the IMO Day of the Seafarer, when we can all celebrate the vital contribution made every day by the men and women who serve at sea. There is no shipping industry without our seafarers, and their immense professionalism and commitment deserves to be recognised. The theme for this year is ‘your tips for safety at sea’ and our Loss Prevention team has shared their advice for all seafarers. 🤔 Safety is no accident. Always risk assess, never guess.  🚦Always be aware of and critically assess the environment you are working in.  👷🏽♀️ Safety is a state of mind - accidents are absence of mind.  🚨 Don't take shortcuts and follow the safe practices onboard.  📋Know your rights, including the right to stop work if you believe conditions are unsafe. 🧰 Always use the correct tool for the job.  🦺 Always wear the correct PPE for the job.  🤕Always make sure you are fit for duty.  🤒 Illness, lack of training and intoxication can increase risk of injury. ⛔️Never enter a space unless you are 100% sure it has a safe atmosphere.  🆙 Look up, risks are in all directions.  ✋ Stop the Job if you think there is a risk.  🥽 PPE is useless in your cabin.  🙋🏽♂️ If you are feeling low, seek help.  🗣️ Maintain effective communication with other crew members. We all have a role to play in keeping seafarers safe at sea. What would your safety tips be? #SafetyatSea #SafetyTipsAtSea #DayoftheSeafarer International Maritime Organization