RYA First Aid at Sea

Covering

CPR. Adult – Child – Baby
Practice with a Defibrillator (AED)
Actions for drowning
The recovery position.
Control bleeding – Bandaging, Tourniquets and Haemostatic dressings.
Shock; recognise and treat it
Cold shock and hypothermia Reduced consciousness
General treatment for:- breathing difficulties, chest pain, seasickness, diabetic emergency, anaphylaxis, hyperthermia, fractures, seizures, burns, and heart conditions
Equipping a suitable First Aid Kit
How to get medical advice or assistance by VHF/SRC radio How to prepare for the evacuation of a casualty by helicopter (Yacht Skippers – Category ‘C’ Equipment)

We believe that delivering the course by using professional medical staff gives a better depth and understanding.

Learning the tricks of the trade from medical staff who actually do this on a day to day basis helps with your course immensely.

Its not a dull First Aid course by any means, it is both fun and informative with lots of participation and group work.

This course is for anyone who gets on the water regularly, or for new sailors looking to ensure they have suitable skills before venturing onto the seas.

You’ll learn some life saving skills and actions in an emergency which are immensely useful.