NERS NEWS — Nursing students of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, held the educational and demonstration activity “Jala Sehat” regarding the prevention and management of lower back pain at the RW 03 Hall on Friday (11/9/2026). This activity aimed to improve understanding of work ergonomics and maintain spinal health among fishermen and fish cleaning workers.
This activity was carried out using interactive lectures and practical demonstration methods. Students used leaflets, presentation materials (PPT), and teaching aids to demonstrate correct working posture and physical exercise movements to relieve complaints of lower back pain.
The main targets of this activity were people working as fishermen and fish cleaning workers aged 40–65 years. The event took place from 13.00–14.30 WIB at the NU Building, RW 03. Although there were obstacles in the form of delays by some participants which caused the event schedule to be slightly delayed, the committee successfully overcame this by re-coordinating with the fishermen head from each neighborhood unit.
The organization of this activity was motivated by the high risk of musculoskeletal disorders due to daily physical workload among informal maritime sector workers. This education aims to enable workers to carry out preventive measures and self-management at home. This initiative supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 3 regarding Good Health and Well-Being.
“Through this practical demonstration, we hope that fishermen and fish cleaning workers can apply ergonomic body position habits while working so they remain healthy and productive,” said a representative from the student team. The Jala Sehat program is expected to provide long-term positive impact on the quality of life and productivity of fishermen and fish cleaning workers. This activity is a real contribution from the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, in bringing occupational health education closer to coastal communities.
Writer: Aya Selvira Varella
