Industry
Standards, regulation, research and policy that shape neurodivergent people's access to maritime careers, and where we believe change is needed.
Our standards
Practical, evidence-based standards for a neuroinclusive maritime industry, developed with seafarers and employers.
NDAS 001
Neuroinclusive recruitment and assessment
Good practice for job adverts, psychometric testing, interviews and selection so that neurodivergent candidates are assessed on ability.
NDAS 002
Reasonable adjustments on board
A practical framework for agreeing, recording and reviewing reasonable adjustments for seafarers, from joining to sign-off.
NDAS 003
Neurodiversity awareness training
Minimum content and outcomes for neurodiversity awareness training delivered to maritime staff ashore and at sea.
What we're calling for
Fair assessment
Recruitment and psychometric testing that measure ability, not neurotype.
Clear medical guidance
Consistent, evidence-based treatment of neurodivergence and medication in fitness examinations.
Accessible training
Reasonable adjustments throughout cadetships, courses and certificate exams.
Better data
Industry-wide measurement of neurodivergent representation and retention.
Evidence first.
Our Neurodiversity in Maritime survey was the first of its kind, gathering evidence on the range of neurodivergence in the industry and the barriers people face.
Library
- Research
Neurodiversity in Maritime survey
Our first-in-industry survey and findings.
- Policy
Position statements
Where we stand on testing, medicals and training.
- Response
Response to the Maritime Skills Commission
Our response to the Human Skills and Behaviours Report, February 2024.
- Tool
ADHD medication by country
Import rules for controlled ADHD medication.