Marine Basic First Aid

Comprehensive two-day course designed to meet the needs of those expected to provide first aid in a marine environment. Course uses a combination of lecture, discussion, and scenarios taken from the marine/fishing industry to teach the required knowledge and skills. Course meets the requirements of Transport Canada outlined in Transport Publication (TP) 13008 E.

    Course Content

    • The Red Cross
    • Responding to Emergencies
    • The EMS system
    • Check, Call, Care
    • Airway emergencies
    • Breathing and Circulation emergencies
    • First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest – adult
    • Wound care
    • Head and spine injuries
    • Bone, muscle, and joint injuries
    • Sudden Medical Emergencies
    • Environmental Illnesses
    • Poisons

    Participant Materials

    • First Aid & CPR (print and/or eBook)
    • Comprehensive Guide to First Aid & CPR (eBook)
    • Marine Basic First Aid Certificate (digital certificate issued upon successful completion)
    • Transport Canada certification issued directly by CRC