Health and Safety
To minimize harm to people and environment and to secure employees’ active contribution to a health & safety culture.
We aim to cultivate a "just" culture where employees and seafarers are empowered to monitor the workplace and participate in safety efforts. Our health and safety standards are above minimum industry standards. The welfare of our employees and seafarers is our highest priority.
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We are committed to safeguard the health and safety of our employees and seafarers. We proactively look into initiatives to strengthen the HSEQ culture onshore and onboard. | We provide a safe working environment for our employees and seafarers. We actively launch campaigns to increase competence in health and safety behaviour. |
COVID-19 Health & Safety Response
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Social distancing of shore-based employees Employees are mostly operating from home or at half-office-workforce as required by local government recommendations. The affected offices will be operating under their business continuity plan to ensure continuity of services. This arrangement continues until further notice.
Stepping up cyber security Working from home as securely as possible during the pandemic is high on our agenda. We have stepped up our cyber security initiatives and communicated the guidelines to all employees. Employees are reminded to stay vigiliant as we expect an increase in fraud attempts.
Disinfection of offices To prepare the return of employees into their workplaces, offices are disinfected and with social distancing arrangements in place according to local government guidelines.
Communication Employees have accessbile information from intranet announcements on the latest progress of the outbreak situation and business continuity plan. E-mails from local HR keep employees updated on current social distancing orders from respective govenments.
Physical and Mental Health Employees are encouraged to self check on their physical and mental health. Online resources are available with communication channels open for them to seek help if needed. |
Crew change and shore leave During the height of COVID-19, most countries/cities have implemented lockdowns. As restriction eased and economies open, crew changes can be made where possible and when risk mitigation conditions are met. All crew changes are according to international and local guidelines.
Crew involved are subject to quarantine as mandated and health and safety procedures including medical checks and PPE attire are practiced. We are proactively evaluating the situation to ensure that our crew can be relieved as soon as possible.
Port call When calling at port, crew must take precautionary measures to protect themselves. Crew are familiarized with the safety guidelines focusing on safety measures to be taken prior to calling, during stay and after departure.
Communication We have heightened our communication frequency with our vessels through port updates and safety bulletins. It is essential to keep the crew updated on the latest progress of the outbreak situation and measures for protection.Physical and Mental Health On board health and safety culture are top priority for all crew. This includes mental health - especially important for crew who are serving past their contracts due to the pandemic. Crew are encouraged to seek for help if needed. |
Key numbers for Wilhelmsen Ship Management
Onshore (exposure 8 hours a day, 5 days a week) |
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| Shore-based employees | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
| Exposure hours | 1015278 | 941979 | 966425 |
| Lost time injury frequency rate (target 0.50) | 0.98 | 1.06 | 0 |
| Total recordable case frequency rate (target 1.50) | 0.98 | 1.06 | 2.07 |
| Safety observations | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Sickness absense | 1.66% | 1.10% | 1.50% |
Onboard (exposure 24 hours a day, 7 days a week) |
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Crew |
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2017 |
| Exposure hours | 29,683,152 | 30,437,640 | 30,368,184 |
| Lost time injury frequency rate (target 0.50) | 0.32 | 0.28 | 0.49 |
| Total recordable case frequency rate (target 2.60) | 1.46 | 1.4 | 2.27 |
| Safety observations | 9,782 | 9,126 | 8,064 |
Ongoing health awareness activities onshore
Health awareness roadshows and talks are frequently held in our offices employees to learn more on how they can do better for their general well-being.
Vessel visits by CEO
Scheduled vessel calls or virtual visits
Our CEO does frequent scheduled vessel calls to have casual conversation with the crew. This creates an open environment for our crew to raise any questions or concerns they have and is crucial for us to improve our support to the vessel. Every feedback and question are received as follow up items for improvement.
Frequent vessel visits by senior management
The senior management team conducts on board visits to drive the safety message and observe the overall well-being of the crew.