Crew Health Advice: CBD

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UK P&I Members have recently brought our attention to issues surrounding cannabidiol (CBD) usage by a crew member which resulted in a failed drugs test. The CBD oil had been purchased and consumed by a seafarer as an over-the-counter supplement. The seafarer had not disclosed usage. The crew member later tested positive on a random drugs screen. This has raised questions over CBD product usage onboard. 

As a result of this case, the UK P&I Club are issuing a cautionary note to Members and crew regarding the use of CBD products. 

The full bulletin is available for download below.

  • Crew Health CBD Use Final Digital 369 KB

    12/09/2023

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Oceans Marine

UK P&I

Date12/09/2023

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