Emergency first aid taught with a boating perspective. Get your RYA First Aid certificate on this one-day course, which covers all the usual first aid subjects, applied to the boating environment. Even a little first aid knowledge and immediate action can save lives, especially in remote locations. This one-day course is designed to provide a working knowledge of first aid for people using small craft and to support skippers. The subjects specific to boating include:
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the recovery position in a confined space
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CPR, including the drowning protocol
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cold shock and hypothermia from immersion and/or exposure
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seasickness and dehydration
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medical assistance or advice by VHF
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helicopter rescue
