Course description
Preparation for providing first aid on board ships until medical personnel arrive.
Training hours
17 h
Lecture
3 h
Exercises
IMO Model Course 1.14
Training goal
Taking actions in providing first aid according to the training program, including:
- performing adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- identifying and immobilizing fractures
- stopping arterial and venous bleeding
- recognizing and treating frostbite
- preparing for transporting victims with suspected spinal fractures
Requirements
Completed basic medical first aid training.
Certificate
Certificate issued by the Maritime Office, valid indefinitely.
