RYA First Aid

Reacting with competence in a medical emergency can save lives. This one day course is designed with specific consideration for the range of first aid situations one may encounter on a yacht at sea. The course covers first aid skills from creating a sling to up to date resuscitation techniques. It fulfills requirements for skippers working within 60 miles of a safe haven. The course is MCA and HSE approved

Topics covered:

Medical shock – recognition and management

Accessing medical advice on VHF

The recovery position

Helicopter evacuation

Resuscitation techniques

Dealing with wounds, burns and fractures