Drug Abuse Awareness - Maritime
Purpose
Anyone working on or frequenting a vessel often should possess a good understanding of the risks associated with the use of, illegal transportation of, and effects of illegal drugs and substances which have been brought onto the vessel.
Assessment
Assessment in the e-Learning course
Content
The purpose of this short, fully online Drug Abuse Awareness in the Maritime Sector Course, is to provide those crew, staff, and passengers onboard the vessel with an awareness of the types of illegal drugs and substances (including alcohol) that may be brought onto a vessel illegally, for transportation, distribution of, or use of by those committing the act, or associated with such an act.
Note: This e-Learning course is delivered by Maersk Training in collaboration with VIRSEC.
Objectives
- To gain an understanding of what drug abuse is, and the associated effects of drug abuse.
- To be provided with an insight to identify if there is a potential drug problem onboard the vessel.
- To gain an understanding of the safety implications involved.
- To gain an understanding of the legal implications involved.
- To gain an understanding of a Drugs Policy.
- To understand how the Learner can assist in the combating of the drugs menace.
- To understand Company Policy.
- To understand how education can assist in the combating of the drugs menace.
- To understand how illegal drugs and substances are covered in Contracts.
- To be made aware of the implementation of drug screening and testing.
How it works
Step 1
Identify the specific e-learning modules for your desired role. With online training, you have the flexibility to study at your own pace from any location.Step 2
Once you've chosen the right e-learning course, register and pay online. You'll receive an instant confirmation email with access details.Step 3
After enrolling, you’ll receive a separate email with login instructions and guidance on how to navigate the e-learning platform.Step 4
Complete the course at your own pace, ensuring you pass the required assessments to achieve certification (where applicable)Step 5
Upon successfully completing the course and passing all assessments, you’ll receive your official certification from Maersk Training or the relevant accreditation body, available for download or print.