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

First Aid is essential for all skippers and required for your RYA / MCA Yacht master offshore. This knowledge can save life and prevent grave injuries.

At sea, the rescue services are not as quick at you as on the mainland. So it is extremely important make the right diagnosis while waiting at the rescue services.

Course Structure

•Reaction in case of a medical emergency

•Medical assistance or advice by VHF

•CPR reanimation and training on a manikin

•Shock treatment

•Choking

•Heart attack

•Head wounds

•Back injuries

•Fractures and dislocations

•Burns

•Bleeding

•Drowning drill

•Cold shock and hypothermia

•First aid equipment on board