AIMS:
- To promote the physical health, fitness, and nutritional awareness of seafarers during extended periods at sea.
- To provide Master's, Chief Engineers, and crew with practical strategies for maintaining fitness and well-being in confined shipboard environments.
- To highlight the connection between physical fitness, nutrition, operational performance, safety, and mental resilience.
- To equip seafarers with the knowledge to plan meals, manage diet-related health risks, and integrate exercise into daily routines onboard.
- To align health and nutrition practices with IMO, MLC 2006, and company welfare guidelines.
OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of balanced nutrition and its impact on physical and cognitive performance at sea.
- Identify common nutritional challenges faced by seafarers and practical strategies to overcome them.
- Develop and implement personal and crew fitness programs suitable for shipboard environments.
- Recognize the link between physical fitness, mental health, and operational safety.
- Apply ergonomic and health-conscious practices to reduce musculoskeletal and fatigue-related risks.
- Promote a culture of wellness onboard, encouraging healthy eating, regular exercise, and preventive health measures.
COURSE CONTENT:
- Introduction to Nutrition at Sea
- Shipboard Dietary Challenges
- Healthy Meal Planning and Portion Control
- Physical Fitness at Sea
- Linking Nutrition, Fitness, and Operational Performance
- Mental Health and Wellness Connection
- Implementing a Wellness Culture Onboard
- Personal Health Monitoring and Preventive Care
Course Duration: 1 Day
Skill Level: Intermediate
Modules: 8