Tag: psychological safety

Have you ever wondered how we make decisions? Often, the way information is presented has an outsized effect on what we choose or what we believe, and this influence extends far beyond surface-level preferences.

In the maritime industry, where the environment is often harsh and hierarchical, ensuring the psychological safety of the crew is crucial. But what exactly is psychological safety, and how can you/your company make the best use of it to benefit ship operations and crew well-being?

When leaders cultivate psychological safety, teams and organizations progress through four successive stages, explains Dr. Timothy R. Clark, founder and CEO of global leadership training organization LeaderFactor.

Emotions and psychological safety are deeply intertwined, as the presence of psychological safety within a team or organization significantly influences the emotional states of its members, and vice versa.

Crew welfare encompasses all aspects of ensuring the health, safety, and overall well-being of crew members working aboard ships, as agreed by all speakers during a panel discussion at the 2024 Crew Welfare Week.

In an exclusive interview to SAFETY4SEA, Jill Jarnsäter and Cajsa Jersler Fransson introduce the REDO initiative, which encompasses several projects aimed at transforming onboard culture to foster a better social work environment for all seafarers.

During the 2024 SAFETY4SEA Manila Forum, Allan Raymund Olano, General Manager, Philippines, Green Jakobsen Inc., focused on the importance of psychological safety for high performance among maritime crews.

In the contemporary information-driven global economy, the significance of soft skills in the recruitment process is on the rise. These skills play a pivotal role in shaping interpersonal relationships among colleagues, consequently influencing the effectiveness of their efforts.

The maritime sector is evolving, creating opportunities for the younger generation to actively participate and fostering an environment that champions diversity, equality, and inclusiveness. During the last CAREER4SEA Forum, speakers of a dedicated panel discussed how the industry can meet the expectations of the young generations to attract, retain, and develop future crews.

During the SAFETY4SEA Hamburg Forum 2024, Charles Watkins, CEO, Mental Health Support Solutions GmbH, focused on cultivating a supportive and effective environment of psychological safety. Building on this foundation, Watkins delved into the significance of actively inviting engagement and cultivating trust among the crew.