The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) urged shipowners to mandate updated safety and welfare training for crews, citing recent incidents of rotation delays and attacks in high-risk areas.
The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) stated at a maritime labor conference on March 17 that mandatory updated crisis management training is essential for all crews, particularly in high-risk zones like the Indian Ocean and off Africa. This follows reports of a 15% rise in seafarer burnout over the past year, recommending certified courses on anti-piracy actions and mental health. ITF is partnering with IMO to integrate these into global conventions.
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