IMHA’s POLICY

To further its goals and objectives, IMHA has adopted the following as its policy:

IMHA recognizes the fact that action to safeguard maritime health rests with international bodies such as the IMO, ILO, WHO and organizations representing ship owners and seafarers.

IMHA members help these bodies both with the development of policy and by providing the expertise to put it into practice.

At the national level, maritime administrations, trade unions, employers and academic and professional bodies all play a part.

Locally, owners, masters, port health authorities and welfare organizations contribute.

IMHA’s AGENDA
● Promotion of maritime safety
● Maintenance and promotion of seafarers’ careers and welfare
● Reducing the risks of accidents and ill health onboard or caused by maritime working conditions including the spread of infections
● Treatment of accidents and illness at sea
● Meeting passenger health needs