Elementary First Aid (A-VI/1-3)

This course is a pre-requisite for entry to the Merchant Navy and conforms to the Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) standard. The course also forms part of the 5 day STCW Combined course.

Course Structure

Delegates successfully completing the course will have gained experience and knowledge of:

Appreciation of body structure and functions

Applying resuscitation techniques

Introduction to First Aid

Control of bleeding

Application of appropriate measures in the event of burns, scalds and electric currents

Shock management and signs and symptoms

Unconscious casualty

Effects of extreme temperature

Rescue and transportation of casualty