UEW Security Personnel Urged to Prioritise Physical Fitness for Effective Performance
Security personnel at the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) have been encouraged to focus on physical fitness to improve their ability to handle emerging security challenges on campus and in the surrounding areas.
This call to action was made during a two-day fitness training programme organised by the Directorate of Security Services in collaboration with the Division of Human Resource (HR). The training took place at multiple locations, including the Students Centre Seminar Room III, the Department of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Sports (HPERS) gym, and the UEW handball court.
The training programme was designed to enhance the physical readiness of security staff, equipping them with the latest techniques and strategies necessary for effective performance. Emphasising the critical role of physical fitness, the event sought to build a more resilient and capable security force. Participants were urged to adopt a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and balanced nutrition, as key components of maintaining their physical fitness.
Ms. Georgina Tibu, Assistant Registrar at HR, standing in for the acting Registrar of UEW, warmly welcomed the security personnel to the training. She highlighted the significance of the programme in ensuring the safety and well-being of the university community.
“The training session marks the beginning of a journey towards excellence,” Ms. Tibu remarked. “It aims to equip security personnel with the latest techniques, strategies, and insights to perform their duties effectively and efficiently. The comprehensive programme will cover essential topics in safety and fitness, empowering participants with the tools and confidence needed to handle any situation with professionalism and composure.”
Ms. Tibu encouraged active participation and open dialogue among the security personnel, fostering a collaborative learning environment. She expressed gratitude for their dedication to their roles, acknowledging the vital importance of their work in maintaining a secure and resilient UEW community.
Lecturers and fitness specialists from UEW's HPERS department, Mr. Francis Frempong and Dr. Yayra Kluboito, played a central role in the training. They delivered a comprehensive presentation on the crucial role of physical fitness in enhancing the performance of security personnel. Mr. Frempong and Dr. Kluboito emphasised the importance of various components of physical fitness, including strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, speed, and power, in preventing injuries and ensuring effective security operations.
Mr. Frempong illustrated how each element of physical fitness contributes to the ability of security personnel to manage specific challenges, reinforcing the need for a well-rounded fitness regime.
Dr. Kluboito added that a structured fitness programme could significantly improve cardiovascular health, reduce stress, and enhance overall physical fitness, vital for security personnel to perform their duties effectively.
The fitness experts also addressed factors influencing fitness levels, such as gender, body composition, environment, nutrition, medications, stress levels, and injuries. They urged the security personnel to consider these factors when developing their fitness plans to ensure they are both effective and sustainable.
The training offered a renewed commitment among the security personnel to prioritise their physical fitness, recognising its direct impact on their ability to perform their roles. This initiative by UEW underscores the university's dedication to maintaining a safe and secure environment for its community, with physically fit security personnel at the forefront of this mission.
