Drug Abuse Awareness for the Luxury Yacht Sector

Online Course Crafted To Raise Awareness Among Yacht Crew & Staff About Alcohol & Drug-Related Issues That May Arise On Board Vessels

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Course Brochure

In the luxury yacht sector, maintaining a safe, professional, and enjoyable environment for guests and crew is paramount. Drug and alcohol abuse poses serious risks, impacting not only the safety and health of the individual involved but also the reputation and operational stability of the yacht itself. In confined, high-stress environments like those found on yachts, substance misuse can lead to impaired judgment, reduced response times, and increased likelihood of accidents, potentially endangering everyone on board.

About the Course

Given the risks, awareness of drug and alcohol policies and education around abuse prevention is essential for all yacht crew and staff members. This course provides yacht crew with critical knowledge on the effects of drug and alcohol abuse, company policies, and best practices for maintaining a safe and sober working environment. It addresses the unique challenges of the luxury yacht industry, where discretion, high standards of professionalism, and safety are expected at all times. By equipping crew members with the tools to identify and manage substance-related issues, this awareness program helps safeguard the wellbeing of the crew, enhances operational safety, and protects the yacht’s reputation, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience for guests.

Aims of the Course

This online course for the Luxury Yachting Sector aims to raise awareness about the risks and impacts of drug and alcohol abuse in the yachting environment, promoting a culture of safety, responsibility, and professionalism. Through comprehensive training, crew members will learn how to recognise signs of substance misuse, understand company policies, and respond appropriately to ensure a secure and respectful environment for both guests and crew.

Course Learning Objectives

The course consists of the following Learning 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.

Course Subjects

The course includes the following subjects:

Drug Abuse
Safety Implications
The Legal Implications
The Benefits of a Drug Policy
Combating the Menace of Drugs
Legal Considerations
Methods of Drug Testing
What to do in an Emergency

Target Audience

Anyone working on, or frequenting a luxury yacht often, including all crew, staff, guests and maintenance personnel 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, as well as the over-consumption of alcoholic beverages.

Course Duration

This online course will take up to 45 minutes to complete depending on the learner’s reading speed.

Course Certificate

On successful completion of this online course, the learner will be able to download a VIRSEC Certificate of Course Completion in PDF Format. This certificate can be also found under the Certificates tab on the Learner Portal. Once printed off, the Learner should sign the certificate in the space provided.

Bulk Purchases

Book your course at VIRSEC, where you can learn about Drug Abuse Awareness for the Luxury Yacht Sector. If you have any questions about the course or any of our other Maritime Courses, please contact us to inquire about bulk purchasing and associated discounts. You can also call us on +44 (0)161 763 4427 and ask for Olivia or Cathy who will happily assist you.