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We all have a need for connection. We are social animals and can feel isolated and alone without meaningful connections to others. This is especially true for seafarers who spend months away from family and friends. The isolation of life at sea can lead to feelings of loneliness and depression, in fact, studies have shown seafarers have a higher risk of developing mental health problems than the general population.

Critical thinking is an essential part of your everyday life. Thinking critically can help you make quick decisions in challenging situations and identify solutions in the face of adversity. Critical thinking also allows you to use available resources effectively while considering risks and potential problems that could arise.

It is an age-old adage, you are what you think. As a person, your thinking significantly impacts how you perceive and respond to life's challenges. Your thoughts shape your attitude, affecting everything from morale to safety at work. Do we become what we think?... the answer is yes. Our thoughts shape our choices and decisions determining our behavior and who we become.

The Williamson Turn is one of the most widely recognized man-overboard maneuvers.

Navguide Solutions courses will assist in maintaining your vessel in all respects and improve your results in third-party Inspections, like Port State, SIRE, Rightship, Flag state inspections, audits, etc. This will also assist in bolstering your knowledge and skill, which in turn will help boost your self-confidence and groom you into a thorough marine professional ready for promotions and dealing with challenges onboard.

Let’s embark on this journey to empower you to develop an eye, to spot non-compliance and eventually turn you into a highly valuable member of the ship's team.

It can be tough to make physical exercise a habit especially when you are working long hours. In addition, you are often away from home for long periods and you do not have the same access to gyms and workout facilities that you might have at home. When you are tired from work the last thing you want to do is go for a run or hit the weights, but if you can find a way to make working out a habit, it will pay off in the long run.

When you successfully complete the course "Security Awareness for all Seafarers" you will have the required standard of competence. This enables you to contribute to the enhancement of maritime security through heightened awareness, the ability to recognise security threats, and to respond appropriately.

In this course you will learn about The International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. This code describes how ships, ports and government agencies should act when it comes to security. It gives you guidance on how to act when working in the maritime industry.

Everyone on board must be prepared and know their duties before an emergency occurs. When an emergency happens, it happens fast. This course will give you a basic understanding and assist you with techniques for personal survival if an emergency occurs.

This course emphasises the need for sustainable solutions in addressing environmental challenges and securing a greener future. It defines sustainability as finding a balance between environmental, economic, and social considerations to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Transitioning to greener practices is crucial in mitigating climate change, conserving resources, and reducing pollution.

This course is intended to provide you with knowledge on ISO 37001 requirements and terminology. Also its relationship with High-Level Structure management systems and international/local laws. As an introductory course, (although no qualifications are required to attend) previous experience in compliance, Anti-Bribery laws (international or national) and knowledge of the principles of management systems will be useful to aid understanding. Pre-reading for some of these areas will contribute to the effectiveness of the learning.

Welcome to this comprehensive educational course, made to explore the basics of shipboard electrical systems, and more importantly define and differentiate between various operational conditions and emergencies onboard due to a lack of electrical supply on the ship's main switchboard. By understanding the root causes of blackouts, the course aims to empower maritime professionals with the knowledge and strategies to efficiently handle and recover from as well as prevent these critical events.