Safety in the Seafood Industry

Discover essential safety resources and stories designed to protect and empower those working in Australia's seafood industry.

Promoting a culture of safety

A Program by Industry, for Industry

Working in the seafood industry comes with unique challenges and risks. But with those challenges, one thing remains the same:  everyone deserves to return home safe. This website supports Australia’s commercial seafood industry with practical safety information, tools, and real-world stories that highlight common hazards and safer ways of working. By sharing experiences, raising awareness of common risks, and promoting practical solutions, the site aims to strengthen safety practices across the industry.

Key Initiatives

The Sea Safe program aims to drive cultural change across the industry using a structured program logic that includes both quantitative and qualitative data over the short, medium, and long term. We are working to drive meaningful, lasting improvements in workplace safety culture, supporting individuals and businesses to build safer, more resilient operations. This includes developing practical resources, showcasing what works in real settings, and encouraging a proactive approach to safety across all sectors.

Industry Engagement

Encourage active participation from industry members to share experiences and insights.

Real-World Safety Tools

Develop practical tools and resources that address common hazards and promote safer working practices.

Safety Training

Provides extensive training modules designed to enhance safety awareness and skills across the seafood industry.

Industry Webinars

Bring together industry experts to discuss safety issues  and unique challenges of the seafood sector.

Promote positive   Safety Culture

Foster a positive safety culture to ensure every worker returns home safely.

Case Studies

Real world stories that share how improve health, safety and wellbeing within the industry. 

We also recognise that strong safety outcomes rely on industry-wide collaboration. Sea Safe invites people from all regions and roles to contribute their knowledge and experience, whether by sharing insights, engaging with resources, or helping to shape future initiatives. By working together, we can continue to improve safety and ensure a stronger, safer future for the Australian seafood industry.

Safety at Sea 

Safety Resources

Discover a wide range of resources designed to support safety in the seafood industry. From informative posters and handy pocket guides to eye-catching stickers, our materials are crafted to enhance awareness and promote best practices. Equip yourself and your team with the tools needed to navigate the industry's unique challenges safely.

Stay Well, Stay Afloat

In conjunction with the Sea Safe program, Seafood Industry Australia also runs the Stay Afloat program. This program offers mental health resources and training specifically designed for the seafood industry. Please note the national program concluded in 2025, but remains active in certain states. For more information, visit the Stay Afloat website.