Target Group

All Seafarers

Objective

To preserve life
To promote recovery
Call for advance medical assistance

Introduction

This learning opportunity is designed for all seafarers in
any capacity wishing to pursue a career at sea. To
achieve the basic procedures in First Aid onboard a
vessel, the competencies as described in the STCW and
SAMSA Codes respectively.

Outline

• Contents of First Aid Kit.
• Body structure and function.
• Toxicological hazards on-board ships.
• Examination of casualty or patient.
• Spinal Injuries.
• Burns scalds and effects of heat and cold.
• Fractures, dislocations and muscular injuries.
• Medical care for rescued persons.
• Radio medical advice.
• Pharmacology.
• Sterilization.
• Cardiac arrest, drowning and asphyxia.

Prerequisites

• ABET Literacy
• Medically fit for sea