Prevention of violence and harassment, including sexual harassment and bullying (SASH)

You will gain a deep understanding of the concepts of violence, harassment, sexual harassment, and bullying in the context of the maritime working environment, learning to recognize various forms of unacceptable behavior - from subtle microaggressions to overt manifestations of violence and discrimination. The course will raise your awareness of psychological and behavioral risks arising in the specific conditions of work at sea, including the impact of stress, fatigue, cultural differences, and gender inequality on interpersonal relationships within the crew. You will develop important interpersonal communication skills that promote a culture of mutual respect, tolerance, and professionalism aboard the vessel, learning to effectively communicate with colleagues of different cultures and viewpoints. The course will teach you to properly intervene in conflict situations as a witness or colleague, provide support to affected individuals, and de-escalate tense situations before they escalate into serious incidents. You will receive detailed knowledge about shipboard procedures and mechanisms for reporting incidents of harassment or violence, including confidential reporting channels, victims' rights, and ship management obligations regarding complaint investigation. The course also reveals the important connection between respectful crew behavior, seafarers' mental health, and overall vessel operational safety, demonstrating how creating a positive work climate directly impacts team effectiveness and reduces maritime accident risks.

Course graduates must confirm their competence and mastery of key violence and harassment prevention principles by successfully passing a final test. Successful course completion allows you to receive an internationally recognized certificate "Prevention of Violence and Harassment Including Sexual Harassment and Bullying (SASH)" that meets the latest STCW Convention and MLC 2006 requirements and is recognized by maritime administrations of leading maritime nations. This certificate is becoming an increasingly important document for seafarer employment, as leading shipping companies and crewing agencies pay special attention to creating a safe and inclusive working environment on their vessels. We strongly recommend taking detailed notes while studying the module to better retain important information and more easily pass the final test. Alternatively, you can use our professionally prepared summary presentation containing all key course provisions in a structured format.