Health and Wellbeing

This course is directed to the training of the personnel responsible for the control of the waters on board seagoing vessels. The aim of the course is to develop adequate knowledge of the healthiness of drinking water and how disease & infections travel through water.

This course is directed to the training of the personnel responsible for the control of the waters on board seagoing vessels according to the most recent international regulations and the good practices in the field.

Suicide is, unfortunately, all too common across the world. Most of us will come into contact with friends, family or workmates who are feeling suicidal at some point in our lives. That's why it's so important for us all to have at least a base knowledge of suicide and what leads to suicidal behaviours.

In this course, we will look at the main signs & symptoms of suicidal behaviour and emotional distress. We'll cover an effective action plan to help people when they're feeling suicidal, as well as useful referral options and ideas for self-care. This course is important for all workers.

Ergonomics is a science that deals with the study of functions and the interaction between the three elements that make up a working system: Man, Machinery and Environment. The objective of workplace ergonomics is to improve system performance and to protect the well-being, health and safety of workers. To achieve this goal, various areas are investigated, including the human factor and the risks related to the manual handling of loads and repeated movements.

In this course, we will discuss what anger really is. We will look at ways to identify anger within ourselves and what signs to look for in our fellow workers.
We will look at the different parts of the brain and the reasons that we get angry, as well as the different characteristics & expressions of anger.
After discussing the different types of anger we'll move on to how we can effectively manage our anger to help ourselves and those around us.

Culture is a complex and often sensitive topic, but it is integral to our lives.

Back pain is a highly prevalent condition across many industries worldwide, and the maritime industry is no exception given the physically demanding nature of work onboard. Although back pain doesn't seem like a serious problem, it has a significant impact on a worker's life. In fact, it is highly associated with significant disability and absenteeism among workers.

Burnout is a common issue, it can be challenging to recognise the symptoms of burnout but it is essential to do so to take steps to address and prevent it. Burnout is a serious threat in these times of ever-increasing working demands, stress and pressure.

It is no secret that stress and difficult situations are a part of life. No matter how well you plan or how positive you try to be, there will be times when things do not go as expected, and you will feel overwhelmed.

Confidence is vital to success in any field, and seafaring is no exception.

Have you ever thought about how your eating habits might affect your skin?... In addition to the impact of diet on skin health, the stress of working long hours in close quarters can also take a toll. The hormone cortisol is released in response to stress and has been shown to increase sebum production, which can clog pores and lead to breakouts.

Water is essential for your body to function. It helps flush toxins, regulate body temperature, lubricate the joints, digestion, and keep organs functioning properly. It can also benefit weight loss combined with a healthy diet and exercise routine.