Sonika Maulana, Danang Dwi Saputro, Deky Aji Suseno

Improving Fishermen's Capacity and Skills Through a Pilot Boat Workshop in Karangharjo Village, Rembang Regency

Introduction

Improving fishermen's capacity and skills through a pilot boat workshop in karangharjo village, rembang regency. Karangharjo fishermen enhance boat maintenance & repair skills through a workshop. Learn diesel engine upkeep & workshop management, boosting economic independence for coastal communities.

Abstract

The community service programme in Karangharjo Village, Rembang Regency, was implemented through a pilot workshop on ship repair as an effort to improve the capacity and technical skills of coastal fishermen. The main problems faced by local fishermen were a lack of understanding of ship diesel engine maintenance, limited access to repair workshops, and the use of manual techniques that risked engine damage. This community service activity was designed with a group-based approach, local potential, and comprehensive intervention, including training in engine maintenance and repair, practical use of workshop equipment, tool management inventory, and the construction of a community-based shipyard workshop. The results of the activity showed an increase in fishermen's skills in performing routine maintenance, managing workshop equipment, and readiness to manage workshops independently. This programme supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), and SDG 14 (Life Below Water). With the establishment of synergy between universities, village governments, and fishermen's groups, this workshop initiative is expected to increase the independence, business sustainability, and economic resilience of coastal communities.

Review

The paper, "Improving Fishermen's Capacity and Skills Through a Pilot Boat Workshop in Karangharjo Village, Rembang Regency," presents a timely and highly relevant community service initiative. The abstract effectively highlights a critical problem faced by coastal fishermen: a significant deficit in ship diesel engine maintenance knowledge, coupled with limited access to professional repair services, leading to inefficient and potentially damaging manual repair techniques. The proposed solution, a pilot boat workshop, directly addresses these issues by aiming to enhance the technical capacity and practical skills of the local fishing community, thereby improving their operational independence and potentially their economic resilience. A significant strength of this program lies in its comprehensive and multi-faceted intervention strategy. The group-based approach, leveraging local potential, is commendable for fostering community ownership and sustainability. The training components, ranging from engine maintenance and practical equipment use to tool inventory management and the actual construction of a community-based shipyard, are robust and well-designed to create a holistic skill development environment. The reported outcomes – increased skills in routine maintenance, equipment management, and readiness for independent workshop operation – indicate a promising immediate impact. Furthermore, the explicit alignment with multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 1, 8, 9, 14) underscores the broader societal relevance and potential for contributing to sustainable livelihoods and economic growth in coastal areas. While the abstract provides a strong overview of a successful intervention, a full paper would benefit from a more detailed articulation of the methodology and an in-depth analysis of the impact. It would be valuable to understand the specific metrics or evaluation tools used to quantify the "increase in skills" and "readiness to manage workshops independently." Additionally, exploring the long-term sustainability plan for the community-based shipyard, including its operational model, financial mechanisms, and governance structure post-intervention, would be crucial. Discussing any challenges encountered during the program's implementation and the strategies employed to overcome them would also add significant practical value and insight for similar initiatives.

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