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As
the master of a vessel you have a responsibility to be able to care for your
crew. I recently undertook the one day RYA First Aid course myself and was
pleasantly surprised by how good it was (I had previously undertaken the 4
day St Johns Course) – it covered the necessary areas but did so in a very
boat orientated way. - Paul
This course is designed to provide a working knowledge
of first aid for all those who go afloat, on inland waters or up to 60 miles
offshore. The syllabus is based on the recommendations of the Health and
Safety Executive and the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. The certificate
fulfils the requirements of the MCA Code of Practice for the skippers of
small commercial vessels up to category 2 and for all RYA practical
instructors.
By the end of the course the student should
be able to:
- Perform CPR to current protocols, and understand
the differential for drowning.
- Understand the importance of the recovery
position and the need to modify it for a small space.
- Apply direct pressure to a wound to control
bleeding.
- Understand the term shock, recognise and treat
it, with particular reference to internal and external bleeding.
- Understand the treatment for cold shock and
hypothermia following immersion and/or exposure.
- Recognise the signs of a reduced level of
response, with particular reference to serious head injuries.
Also be aware of the general treatment for:
a) breathing difficulties
b) anaphylaxis
c) chest pain
d) hyperthermia
e) seasickness
f) fractures
g) diabetic emergency
h) seizures
i) burns
Choose suitable first aid equipment for their boat.
Understand how to get medical advice or assistance by radio.
Understand how to prepare for the evacuation of a casualty by helicopter.
Skippers of MCA Coded Vessels only: Be aware of the content and use of a
category C first aid kit, including the pocket mask. |
