Drug, alcohol, and substance use affects how people function, their mental health and wellbeing, and whether they are safe and fit to work. In the seafood industry, this topic is most often addressed through safety rules and required systems, rather than simple, practical guidance that crews can use in everyday work.

Substance use is also rarely explained on its own as a safety topic. It is often discussed alongside fatigue, mental health, leadership, and incident response. When grouped this way, it can make it harder to clearly understand what safe and responsible practice looks like on vessels and in processing workplaces.

This page provides clear, practical information and real examples to help people understand expectations and apply safe practices in day to day work.