The Polaris Organization, led by 3/E Ian Ben Tan, conducted a seminar on Safety and Safe Engineering for 2nd and 3rd Year Polaris cadets, as well as 1st Year Bravo cadets, on December 6, 2024, at the Audio-Visual Room.
The event featured Chief Engineer Vladimer B. Palomo, a Certified Life Coach (CLC) with background in ship management duties in OSM THOME Singapore, as the guest speaker.
C/E Palomo delivered an insightful talk titled “Safety Moment: Mental Health for Seafarers,” emphasizing the crucial link between mental well-being and safety in the maritime profession.
Drawing from his extensive experience as a management-level seafarer, C/E Palomo highlighted how unaddressed mental health issues could lead to safety risks and accidents aboard vessels. He shared real-life cases to illustrate the importance of mental health awareness and its impact on work performance and safety.
“You cannot work if your mind is not okay,” he stated, underscoring the need to prioritize mental health as equally vital as physical health in ensuring safety and efficiency at sea.
The event served as a valuable platform for cadets to gain knowledge on safety practices and the significance of mental health in the demanding maritime industry.