Scope Compliance
with the training requirement for Proficiency in Medical First Aid as specified
under A-VI/ 4-1 of Code A of the STCW 95.
Objective On
completion of this course the trainee will have a knowledgeand skill of first
aid sufficient to takeimmediate effective action in the case of accident or illness,
likely to occur on board ship until the arrival of the person who discharge of
medical care.
Duration: 4days.(28 hrs.)
Contents
General
Principles
Body Structure and functions
Casualty
Toxicological Hazards
aboard ships
Examination of Patient
Spinal injuries
Fracture,
dislocations and muscular injuries
Burns, Scalds
and Accidents caused by Electricity and effects of heat and cold
Medical care of rescued persons including distress, hypothermia,
cold exposure
