Seafarers spend a large part of their time on board the ship. It can be a very tense working environment working on board. So what can seafarers do to make their life at sea easier by making friends and not enemies? Interpersonal skills are skills we use every day when we interact with other people. People with good interpersonal skills ...
The maritime industry is a very important industry as it’s crucial to the existence of the global economy. As important as the industry is, so are the seafarers who are the pulse of this unique industry. Very few people know the dynamics of the maritime industry or even what seafarers go through on board. Here are a few things you ...
While life at sea can get pretty hectic with so many tasks to accomplish but there are pockets of free time as well. What can you do during those rest time? We list down a few activities you can engage in: Sunbathing It’s always good to go out and get a dose of Vitamin D when time permits. You can ...
As they say, prevention is better than cure. Rather than allowing a fire to break out, it is better to prevent them from happening. Fire on board ships can be avoided by being diligent. Below are some important points to note for fire prevention on board ships: Exhaust leakages and steam leakages should be rectified immediately. Ship’s crew ...
The liver is one of the hardest working organs responsible for some 500 vital bodily functions yet it is a part of the body that is often overlooked. The liver helps digest food, makes protein and cleans the blood. Modern lifestyle can affect liver health. Lack of sleep, stress, over-consumption of alcohol and fats can over-burden the liver. Here are ...