1.1 Scope
The course aims to provide the training for candidates to provide medical first aid on board ship, in accordance with Section A-VI/4 of the STCW Code.
1.2 Learning Objective
This syllabus covers the requirements of STCW 1978 as amended chapter VI, Section A-VI/4, Table A-V/4-1.
1.3 purpose
On meeting the minimum standard of competence in medical first aid, a trainee will be competent to apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board.
1.4 COURSE Duration
Total Duration = 6 hrs.
1.5 Entry Standards / Learner staTUS
The course is open to:
- Persons who have completed IMO Model Course No 1.14 Proficiency in Medical first Aid