Peer to peer safety
Peer to peer safety
Real people,
Real experiences.
Hear directly from people working across Australia’s commercial seafood industry, sharing their experiences, lessons learned, and practical advice. This section brings together personal stories, safety insights, and useful tips to help highlight common risks and the real-world impact of incidents, both on and off the water.
By sharing these experiences, we aim to encourage open conversations about safety, build awareness of everyday hazards, and support a stronger, more proactive safety culture across the industry. Whether it’s a near miss, a hard lesson, or a simple change that made a big difference, every story has the potential to help others work more safely.
Explore the topics below to learn from one another and make safety part of everyday life, on the water, on the wharf, and beyond.
If you would like to share your story, please email info@seafoodindustryaustralia.com.au
Peer to peer Safety videos
Secret to Success
The best advice for anyone starting out in the industry? It’s simpler than you think, but it might just save your life.
Trust, but verify
It’s the ultimate lesson for anyone new to the industry. See why assuming the tank was full turned into a stall-out on the reef, and why checking the basics yourself is the most important part of the job.
The Secret to a Sharp Crew
How do you keep a crew functioning at 100% during a long stint at sea? By building rest into the schedule. Watch how a rotating roster prevents exhaustion during high-stakes tasks like hauling gear. A rested crew is a safe crew.
The Best Office in the World
Working in different areas and seeing incredible things every day, and sometimes it is hard to believe this is "work." A great reminder of why we do what we do and why staying safe is so important to keep these experiences coming.
From the Wharf to the World
Managing a high-volume seafood facility requires a "Safety First" mindset for both the people doing the work and the people enjoying the catch. By following strict workplace practices and utilizing professional safety gear, this team ensures that every portion packed is safe for consumption.
Why You Need a Recovery Plan
Falling overboard in full gear and work boots is a nightmare scenario. This skipper shares his recent experience and highlights the one piece of equipment that ensured he could climb back on board safely and without help.