Substance use prevention online course. The aim of this course is to raise awareness regarding alcohol consumption on board.

By the end of this course you will be able to:

• Understand what substance use disorders are.
• Define the criteria for substance use disorders.
• Recognize which preventive measures need to be taken in order to deal with substance use disorders.

References:

• STCW requirements – Regulation VIII/1, Code A-VIII/1 and B-VIII/1 – Fitness for duty
• IMO requirements
• OCIMF – GUIDELINES FOR THE CONTROL OF DRUGS AND ALCOHOL ONBOARD SHIP (link:https://www.ocimf.org/document-libary/149-guidelines-for-the-control-of-drugs-and-alcohol-onboard-ship/file)
• World Health Organization (WHO) health regulations
• Industry Best Standards