In a medical emergency a little first aid knowledge and immediate action can save lives, especially in remote locations.
RYA One Day First Aid Course
This one-day course is designed to provide a working knowledge of first aid for people using small craft and to support skippers. It fulfils the requirements for professional skippers of small craft working within 60 miles of safe haven. The course is recommended by the MCA and HSE, and satisfies the requirements of some categories of commercial work afloat, including Boatmasters.
Pre-course experience
None
Assumed Knowledge
None
Course content
First aid and resuscitation techniques for yachtsmen, including a knowledge of the treatment for hypothermia.
Ability after course
Understands basic first aid in a marine environment.
Minimum duration
1 day