Medical

This is a comprehensive introduction to First Aid and the techniques for administering basic medical care.

This is a comprehensive introduction to First Aid and the techniques for administering basic medical care.

This incident is based on the experiences of the UK P&I Club. Accidents like the one in this course can and do happen. As you go through this course, ask yourself, "Could this happen on my ship?"

A pandemic is challenging, both from a physical and mental health perspective and from a business point of view. But with guidance, we can all help prevent the virus from spreading. In this training, you will get information about the virus, how to avoid infection and preventive measures to maintain a safe workplace.

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.

Do you know how many different chemicals are used in the engine room of the ships? There are various chemicals supplied to be used on ships. Being useful, the majority of these chemicals onboard have hazards! In general marine chemicals are risky to store, transport and use. Some of these chemicals have health risks, while others are regarded as harmful to the marine environment.

Cholelithiasis, or gallstones, is a highly prevalent medical problem especially in developed countries, affecting 10% to 15% of the adult population. It is also a leading cause of hospital admissions and health care utilisation related to gastrointestinal problems. Although some significant risk factors are non-modifiable such as advanced age, gender and heredity, some are also lifestyle-related such as obesity, rapid weight loss and sedentary lifestyle. Given the lifestyle-related risk factors of cholelithiasis, seafarers may be at increased risk due to the circumstances on board.

This short course will discuss injuries related to hot working environments, prevention of heat-related illness, signs and symptoms, and management of such illness.

Hypertension is a very common condition, affecting billions of adults worldwide. Despite being so common, it remains one of the most widely misunderstood and poorly controlled conditions. Left uncontrolled, hypertension can increase the risk for serious health problems such as heart attack and stroke.

One of the most common medical conditions we find in the maritime environment due to cold is hypothermia.

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and seafarers are no exception. People who work at sea often face unique challenges, including disrupted routines, limited access to medical care, difficulty maintaining a healthy diet, and getting regular physical activity which increases the risk of seafarers for developing diabetes. These challenges can also make it difficult for diabetic seafarers to manage their condition and increase the risk of complications.

In this course, we will continue looking into Mental Resilience, following on from our first course. We will focus on healthy ways to manage and cope with stress & anxiety. Where possible, we also look at ways to reduce or eliminate sources of stress & anxiety in our lives.