ARES SHIPPING ensures the effective management of personnel safety for both shore-based departments and fleet vessels by establishing clear qualification, recruitment and employment principles, planning and delivering required training programs, raising awareness of duties and responsibilities, clearly defining crew assignments, and maintaining all necessary records. To ensure the effective implementation of this process, ARES SHIPPING is committed to providing continuous and adequate training, in full compliance with applicable national and international rules and regulations, including but not limited to:
ARES SHIPPING is committed to protecting the rights and welfare of all seafarers and shore-based personnel in accordance with international and national standards, including:
Recruitment, placement and familiarization of newly assigned personnel are carried out in accordance with the procedures specified in Section 6 of the International Safety Management Manual (ISM-100). These procedures clearly define the requirements and practices for the recruitment and assignment of personnel both ashore and onboard vessels. ARES SHIPPING considers the safety and security of personnel under all conditions and circumstances as its highest priority. The Company is committed to providing the maritime industry with well-trained, competent and professionally aware seafarers, and aims to serve as a model company in the industry through continuous improvement in personnel safety and training practices. This policy shall be strictly implemented and monitored with the full commitment and support of ARES SHIPPING management and employees.