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.
Instructor
Red Cross First Aid Instructor
Prerequisite
None
Completion
Ability to comprehend and successfully demonstrate all required skills, including critical steps;
100% attendance and participation; 75% min. passing grade on a written, closed book knowledge evaluation; and adherence to the Fundamental Principles.
Certification
3 year certification in Marine Basic First Aid and CPR/AED Level A
Recertification
Not permitted under federal regulations
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 Emergencies
- 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