Elementary First Aid (A-VI/1-3)

Course Description

This course is a pre requisite for entry to the Merchant Navy. A certificate is issued by the college on the successful completion of the course on behalf of the Maritime Coastguard Agency. This course is part of the mandatory STCW basic safety training courses, which also include Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities, Security Awareness training and Personal Survival Techniques.

Course Structure

The course will cover:·

Dealing with an emergency

Priorities of treatment

Casualty transport

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Shock management

Bandaging

Wounds/Bleeding

Burns/Scalds