RYA First Aid

The H.S.E recognised RYA First Aid Course runs over one day and offers a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical sessions that are designed to develop ability and practical confidence.

Course Structure

The syllabus includes the following:

• Demonstrate how to turn a casualty into the recovery position

• Detail the treatment for shock

• Apply direct pressure to a wound and control bleeding

• Demonstrate how to bandage a wound

• Outline treatment for seasickness

• Outline the prevention, recognition and treatment of hypothermia

• Outline the necessary precautions when treating a cold water immersion casualty

• Outline the prevention, recognition and treatment of concussion

• Outline the prevention, recognition and treatment of compression

• Outline the treatment for asthma attacks, burns, diabetic emergencies, epilepsy and heart attacks

• List the precautions needed when handling a spinal injury

• Demonstrate how to immobilise a fracture

• List actions needed to prepare for helicopter evacuation