CONSENT TEXT: Details of the project can be found here:
https://etn-autobarge.eu/project/ .
Risks/Discomforts: There are no foreseeable risks or discomforts through participation in this study.
Benefits: There are no direct benefits for participants. However, it is hoped that through your participation, we will learn more about how to make the maritime sector safer, and efficient.
I volunteer to participate in a research project conducted by Dhaneswara Al Amien (Nord University), Lingyu Zhang (Hamburg University) and Rana Saha (Chalmers University of Technology).
1. My participation in this project is voluntary. I understand that I will not be paid for my participation. I may withdraw and discontinue participation at any time without penalty.
2. I understand I will not be identifiable by name in any reports using information obtained from this study. My personal data will be handled in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and in a manner that does not infringe my personal integrity. Subsequent uses of records and data will be subject to standard data use policies which protect the anonymity of individuals and institutions.
3. I have read and understand the explanation provided to me. I have had all my questions answered to my satisfaction, and I voluntarily agree to participate in this study.