Occupational health and safety: Seeing the individual
Solvang’s long-standing human resources policy secures participation and individual welfare for every employee working in our organization. Solvang offers physical and mental health training as part of our health management plan using various tools both offshore and onshore.
Solvang recognizes a strong connection between physical and mental health, which is related to our core values of mutual respect and team spirit.
«Being accepted for what you are and received into a community of equals – that is good for your mental health and for contributing at work according to your qualifications. Accordingly, Solvang offers mental health training courses – aiming at resilience among seafarers. This is part of our health management plan using various tools both nboard and ashore,» says Kjetil Meling, HR Director at Solvang.
Physical health
Solvang’s occupational health services cover all sailing personnel and include emergency treatment and treatment of typical conditions requiring immediate medical attention – 24/7 by professional personnel working on telemedical systems.
Before boarding a Solvang ship, all personnel go through a Norwegian-certified medical check-up as well as premedical screening following Filipino routines. Seafarers can opt for an extensive screening, which means a more thorough physical examination supported by personal guidance from medical personnel.
«In addition to check-ups, we offer guidance on a healthy lifestyle. Even when on vacation, you will benefit from health care follow-up,» says Mr. Meling.
Sick leave in Solvang 2020-2025
OHS participation
In addition to Living the Vision, Solvang welcomes our workers to take part in occupational health and safety (OHS) through a working environment committee and by safety delegates. Solvang holds regular safety meetings
onboard vessels, and communicates OHS issues via newsletters and crew meetings.
Health insurance and pension
Solvang’s seafarers enjoy deductible-free health insurance from Marine Benefits, which includes the seafarer’s family and covers doctor visits, sickness, and hospitalization.
Solvang has pension plans for all nationalities not covered by a national pension scheme, depositing a proportion of their yearly wage. Individual plans are made for long-term health, stability and security for Solvang employees and their families.
Worker training
Solvang offers comprehensive OHS training, including topics like hazard identification, chemical handling, emergency preparedness, firefighting and first aid. Training is conducted monthly on board all vessels, conducted by officers and evaluated through group feedback.
«Continuous improvement is our strategy,» says Meling.
